Giving credence to the claim that the Switch can’t run games properly, Maneater seems poorly ported. The reality though? It isn’t very good anyway. [Issue #4, p. 67]

Alba: A Wildlife Adventure is finely distilled to a genuinely relaxing tale with an important message. A short but sweet amble through the beauty of nature. [Issue #4, p.65]

Ninja Gaiden Master Collection offers three titles across three generations of the series. All three are fun, challenging and addictive, but will surely be too tough for some. [Issue #4, p.63]

The Longing moves at a glacial pace, giving players long-term goals and saddling them with a slow-moving character. A stunning setting makes the game. [Issue #4, p.61]

Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne is rereleased as a HD Remaster in all but name. It is still the same great-but- niche JRPG from the past, though. (Issue #4, p.60]

Game Builder Garage is great at teaching and can be hilarious to mess about with. Perfect for creative types, not so much for those who just want to play video games. [Issue #4, p.59]

While it’s fun to cast every role in your Miitopia adventure, it’s less thrilling to sit back and let this very hands-off game play itself. [Issue #4, p.57]

This revived relic is a bit creaky in certain areas, but it’s overflowing with charm and knows how to keep you engrossed until you crack the case. [Issue #4, p.55]

This classic piece of Nintendo history lives up to its promise of an engaging and thrilling mystery, but the gameplay can sometimes feel too dated. [Issue #4, p.54]

It’s great to see Mario Golf back with some great new modes to play but changes to the gameplay take the series one-step forward and two-steps back. [Issue #4, p.53]

New Pokémon Snap looks beautiful and is packed full of exciting Pokémon, but the increased complexity has brought the game to a grinding halt. [Issue #4, p.51]

Monster Hunter Rise is absolutely phenomenal. It will be a worthy contender for GOTY but could easily be discussed as Game of the System. [Issue #4, p. 49]

Atmospheric and brutal, id Software has achieved an admirable result in gracing the Switch with the gore of Doom Eternal. Prepare to be challenged. [Issue #3, p. 51]

Crazy Taxi, it ain’t. It may look the part, but with some shoddy mechanics and a charmless soundtrack, Taxi Chaos is anything but a wild ride. [Issue #3, p. 65)

This game will punch the highlights out of your hair. It’s a hard and fast retro throwback that was revived for a very good reason. [Issue #3, p.64]

Persona 5 Strikers is a phenomenal follow-up to the original JRPG and a must play for fans of Persona and Warriors games alike. [Issue #3, p.63]

Unapologetically brash and with a swagger that screams ‘love me or loathe me!’, the NMH series has carved a reputation and this is its best advertisement. [Issue #3, p.61]

Violent, spunky, and soaked in blood, No More Heroes looks and plays like a dream on the Switch - it’s marred by dull overworld segments though. [Issue #3, p.60]

Niggling platforming mechanics aside, Little Nightmares II is hauntingly beautiful and full of mystery, its eeriness matched only by the impact it leaves on the player. [Issue #3, p.59]

It’s a Greek tragedy that Immortals: Fenyx Rising hasn’t received the god-like reception it deserves, as it forges its own identity albeit with some familiar themes. [Issue #3, p.57]

Of all the champions, AoC is most comparable to Daruk: rough around the edges and simple, but full of heart and grows on you fast. [Issue #3, p.55]

Fire Emblem Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light is the definitive version of this NES classic, however that still doesn’t fix its many flaws. [Issue #3, p.53]

Apex Legends is the more complex alternative to Fortnite players looking for something more. However, that means it isn’t anywhere near as welcoming for newer players. [Issue #3, p.50]

An outstanding display of prowess by the development team we know and love. The combination of 3D World and Bowser’s Fury is an absolute bundle of joy. [Issue #3, p.49]

Shakedown Hawaii drops the pop culture references in favour of a more story-driven sequel. A worthy follow-up, if a little longer than necessary. [Issue #2, p.70]

Like Tetris 99, Super Mario Bros. 35 is deviously addictive. It’s a clever revision of a classic, although more content may be required to sustain long-term interest. [Issue #2, p.77]

Pokémon fans now have some great new challenges, new Pokémon and more dynamic areas to explore. We wish it had been there from the start. [Issue #2, p.76]

Warsaw is an effective, albeit brutal, historical rogue like on Switch. Fans of tactical RPGs or the period generally should get something out of this. [Issue #2, p. 75]