What we said: “Remaking a universally acclaimed classic was always a fearful responsibility, but like its own sword-wielding heroes, Square Enix has risen to the challenge spectacularly.”

This remake proves that Final Fantasy VII’s story has stood the test of time. One of the defining games of a generation returns, looking a heck of a lot better than it did in 1997. What we said: “As delightful as Dreams is as a toolkit, what is perhaps just as important is how it teaches, and Dreams is everything a good teacher should be: generous, forgiving, thorough.” Final Fantasy VII Remake Guildford-based developer Media Molecule turned us all into platform game creators with its beautiful DIY puzzler LittleBigPlanet back in 2008 – now the same studio wants us all to build our own video game, movie or musical universes with this powerful and accessible creative package. What we said: “There is extraordinary attention to detail – the entire world feels alive with excitement and danger. A gentle, melancholic alternative to the year’s big shooters and brawlers. The sequel to indie platform adventure Ori and the Blind Forest is another enchanting quest through a rich, sylvan landscape filled with myth and magic. Enchanting quest … Ori and the Will of the Wisps Ori and the Will of the Wisps

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