Her Story is so masterful in its simple, personal, and idiosyncratic delivery that even time wasted is filled with charm and intrigue.

It's a unique take on the war-based theme, and will evoke your inner voyeur, dazzling in its moments of exposition as well as its suggestive junctures.

It's a world you want to get lost in, a world where fast travel is an afterthought and a world you want to keep exploring.

Not a Hero - it's an interesting and, importantly, fun game with enough going for it to keep you coming back.

Mortal Kombat X is as violent, outrageous and over-the-top as its predecessors.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is a game for people who like good music, cool ideas and being repeatedly punched in the face and told you're rubbish.

Titan Souls is a fantastic game; a fine example of what is possible with a simple idea, stripped-down controls and a dense atmosphere backing it all up.

Pillars of Eternity is a masterclass in role-playing game development.

Scholar of the First Sin is worth a first look if you're a newcomer to the series - and for returning players, almost certainly worth a second.

Whether you're eight or 68, Ori and the Blind Forest is a journey that is essential to take.