Michael Fertitta’s Top 5 Games of 2025
2025 was an incredible year for games, and naturally, it was just as difficult for me to keep up with all the games coming out. So instead of a top 10, here’s my top 5. 5. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds –…
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“Demonschool” Review
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26 Nov 2025
Demonschool is a great strategy-RPG that clearly takes a lot of notes from its influences such as the Devil Summoner series, though admittedly it lacks a bit of the gameplay depth that those games have with regards to character stats. However, what Demonschool lacks in complexity it more than makes up for in its visual style, entertaining dialogue, and satisfying combat.
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“Once Upon a Katamari” Review
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04 Nov 2025
When I first tried out Katamari Damacy: REROLL as a Nintendo Switch Online game trial, I immediately fell in love with the series. The act of just rolling up everything around you into a giant ball is just cathartic, and…
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“Majogami” Review
Formed by ex-Capcom developers 30 years ago, Inti Creates is a developer and publisher that I find myself checking in on periodically. Whether it’s to show off spiritual successors to games like Mega Man through the Azure Striker Gunvolt series…
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“Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles” Review
by Michael Fertitta
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24 Sep 2025
Originally released in 1997, Final Fantasy Tactics is a cult classic from the PS1 era. Deviating from the established traditional JRPG format of the main series up to that point, Tactics allowed millions of players to immerse themselves in the…
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“Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds” Open Network Test Impressions
by Michael Fertitta
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02 Sep 2025
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is a fantastic arcade kart racer. In true blue hedgehog fashion, players are greeted with a high-octane racer that doesn’t waste a second of the player’s time when it comes to chasing for first place. The high…
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“VOID/BREAKER” Early Access Review
VOID/BREAKER, in its current state, serves as a solid foundation for what will evolve into an even more thrilling and replayable experience. The roguelite elements are positively compatible with the FPS gameplay, creating a gameplay loop that is both simple…
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“Is This Seat Taken?” Review
We’ve all had those moments when we’re traveling and have silent expectations of how we want our experiences to go. Whether you’re going to a movie theater and want a good spot or just want to survive a multi-hour long…
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“Time Flies” Review
Indie games have a unique way of portraying messages about the people who create them. The mere existence of indies send the message that anyone can create something to be enjoyed by others without development being confined to the traditional…
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