Aegis Defenders is a fun and intriguing mix of 2D platforming and tower defense. It creates an intriguing world, lovable characters, and stunning art, but its difficulty scaling requires co-op play, which can break the game for solo players.

Vostok Inc. is a combination of twin-stick shooter and capitalism simulator that fully succeeds as both and proves to be one of the most addicting games of the year.

Floor Kids from MERJ Media is a break dance battle game. With hand-drawn animations, a soundtrack from Kid Koala, and a unique rhythm-based dance system, Floor Kids is a must play for hip-hop and rhythm game fans

A Hat In Time is a nostalgia-fueled 3D platformer where you travel to colorful worlds and find hats that give you new abilities. It suffers from issues with pacing and some gameplay elements but ultimately proves an enjoyable time.

Battle Chef Brigade, from Trinket Studios and Adult Swim Games, is a loveable mishmash of genres that supersedes the sum of its parts to be one of the year’s most unique and enjoyable experiences. While there are some minor annoyances, they’re easy to look back with a winning gameplay formula, a strong cast of characters, and a world that’s easy to get lost in.

Wulverblade is an update to the classic brawler formula that proves bloody and enjoyable. The world and art style is stunning, and the gameplay makes for an ideal Switch experience.

Golf Story is a fun and unique approach to sports and RPG games that proves a unique and enjoyable blend of the genres dressed in a nice looking retro skin.

Echo is a game from developers Ultra Ultra that pits you against yourself. It’s a tough stealth game that let’s you teach and un-teach your enemies how to kill you and treats each scenario like a puzzle.