Even if it’s fun in the moment, the thrills of Doom Eternal are fast-forgotten.

Ninja Theory can’t seem to decide whether they want to try and beat Blizzard at their own game or offer something different entirely.

While modders will likely spruce up the spots where Firaxis have fallen short, Chimera Squad isn’t just more XCOM - it’s exceptional in its own right.

The original Resident Evil 3 was a great game and Capcom’s remake is a smart but safe remix of the expected.

There’s a sense of focus here that lets Control soar where Quantum Break and Alan Wake merely succeeded.

For the most part, Far Cry continues to deliver the goods when it comes to fun and dynamic open world gameplay for the little Rambo-wannabe inside you.

As far as first-person looters go, Destiny 2 is the best the sub-genre has seen in some time and, even with the caveats, it’s a must-play for 2017 - especially if you can rope in a few friends.

If you’re a fan, you’ll likely find Death of the Outsider a strong, if restrained, bookend to this incarnation of the Dishonored franchise you know and love.

Even if its ambition ultimately gets the better of it, the journey from Prospect to Absolver is still one worth taking.

Rumu isn’t particularly long. However, the overarching quality - and the unique qualities of the experience - make it easy to recommend regardless.