It’s about time we give all of those lil’ guys out there some love. For too long have they gone underappreciated! So, here we go. Here are the best 20 lil’ guys in video games.
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is an enjoyable 2D action platforming throwback. Let us tell you why this new entry in the Ninja Gaiden series from The Game Kitchen and Dotemu is worthy of your time and befitting of the Year of the Ninja.
Side-scrolling beat ‘em ups have been around a long time, and they’re currently undergoing a resurgence. Let’s get hyped for five of the most promising-looking games that have been announced in the genre!
Summer Game Fest is happening on June 6, 2025 and here are my extremely reasonable demands. Come on gaming industry, don’t let me down! These are our predictions and hopes for gaming announcements at Summer Game Fest.
The Nintendo Switch 2 release date is fast approaching, and the all-important decision on what games to get with the console is at the forefront of all our minds. Tom has compiled a list of 5 games he’s most excited to play on Nintendo’s new console.
Despelote is a nostalgia-filled kickabout in Ecuador at the turn of the century during their qualification run for their debut World Cup. Iain checked out this narrative-focused game and gave his verdict!
Blue Prince, the roguelike puzzle game from Dogubomb, is flipping incredible and here’s our review… so far. Although Iain has finished the game, there’s still so much more to do because, again, this game is incredible.
The next Mario Kart game has been announced, and it looks phenomenal, maybe even the best in the series. Tom breaks down how Mario Kart World has the potential to be the best Mario Kart game ever.
After nearly a decade on the shelf, the Mario & Luigi series is back with Mario & Luigi: Brothership! Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this fan favourite series' debut on the Switch.
Bye Sweet Carole is the 2D survival game from an alternate Disney universe where everything is creepy and sinister. Iain tells us that, despite its flaws, this game might still be worth your time.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is finally here, and it might be the best racing game this year. Join Tom as he gives his review of the latest entry in the Sonic Racing series.
Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally been released after 84 long years of waiting. Iain tells us all why this game from Team Cherry was worth the meme-worthy long development time.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A has finally arrived. Has Game Freak taken a confident step in the right direction with the franchise that players so desperately want? Dive in with Jordan to see how Lumiose City is, after all these years.
Kirby is hitting the track once again with Kirby Air Riders, and we’ve played it at PAX Aus 2025. Join Tom as he gives his first impressions of this upcoming racing game.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a real video game, and no longer just a JPG teaser image, and we’ve played it at PAX Aus 2025. Join Tom as he gives his initial thoughts on this long-awaited game.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is at PAX Aus 2025, and Tom couldn’t get enough of it. Join him as he shares his first impressions of one of his most anticipated games of the year.
We’re at PAX Aus 2025 and, to the surprise of no one, Tom has gone hands-on with the upcoming game, Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Join him as he gives his first impressions on this new type of Pokémon game.
Absolum, the new game from Dotemu and Guard Crush Games, is a mix between Hades and Streets of Rage 4. Let us tell you why this roguelike is a revelation in the side-scrolling beat ‘em up genre.