The drunken antics and first kisses of a trio of tenacious teens make for silly yet undeniably enjoyable gameplay, framed by a playlist of bona fide bangers
January 2026
There’s a reason that Wii Bowling remains my mum’s favourite game of all time
Dominik Diamond
At a family gathering over Christmas, I took on my 76-year-old mother once again at virtual bowling. Could I finally best her?
The 15 best games to play on the Nintendo Switch in 2026
From the greatest cartoon racing game in history to a remastered version of an Alien-inspired sci-fi shooter, here are the Switch’s must-play games
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles review – remastered 1997 classic is even more politically resonant now
This landmark role-playing game remains a revolutionary tour de force
December 2025
Terminator 2D: No Fate review – the least bad Terminator game in a long while
Arcade specialists Bitmap Bureau ply their craft in this retro remake of James Cameron’s action film. But Terminator 2D is at its strongest when colouring outside the director’s lines
Karts, cakes and karaoke: the eight best party games to play with family this Christmas
Whether your household is in the mood for singing, driving, quizzing or shouting, here are our top choices for homely holiday fun
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review – Samus Aran is suited up for action again. Was it worth the 18-year wait?
The bounty hunter – Nintendo’s most badass and most neglected hero – returns in an atmospheric throwback sci-fi adventure that’s entirely untroubled by the conventions of modern game design
September 2025
EA Sports FC 26 review – fans take charge in twin-track tournaments
Hades II review - underworld sequel is an improvement in every witch way
August 2025
Silent Hill f, Goodnight Universe and Pokémon Legends: Z-A – the biggest games for autumn 2025
From a boisterous looter shooter to an offbeat adventure, superlative sports simulations to a 1960s-set Japanese psychological horror
Discounty review – cozy shop life simulator takes satisfying approach
Don’t be fooled by the graphics, there is no twee, relaxing vibe in this intense and work-heavy game where you are taken in by your aunt and put to work in her supermarket
Drag x Drive review – wheelchair basketball that might give you wrist cramp
Nintendo’s latest sports game showcases its Joy-Con upgrades but sacrifices playability in the process
July 2025
Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game review – too cosy for comfort
This high-fantasy life simulator is brimming with Hobbit-holes but lacks the Tolkienian depth to maintain your interest
From Tammy to Tamagotchi: Hamleys releases list of 100 top toys of all time
Retailer marks 265th anniversary by choosing children’s favourite toys since its founding
How to make your old Nintendo Switch games feel new again on Switch 2
Here’s a breakdown of how original Switch titles work on Switch 2, explaining everything from free Switch 2 updates to inbuilt backwards compatibility and the paid Switch 2 Edition upgrades
June 2025
Beyond Mario Kart World: what else is worth playing on Nintendo Switch 2?
Mario Kart World review – a riotous road trip for every player
Nintendo Switch 2 review – more than good enough
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The Guide #194: Six things you need to know about the Nintendo Switch 2
