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Outer Wilds is an ambitious adventure of wonder and discovery set in a charming but dangerous diorama solar system. The soundtrack is one of the best I’ve heard from a videogame. At its core, this must-play game of creativity and heart encourages its players to bravely carry their memories of the past into an uncertain and changing future. 10 / 10.

Jedi: Fallen Order delivers a tight, linear, story-driven experience that puts the player in the shoes of a young Jedi during The Purge. The slick combat and Force-enhanced platforming are thrilling, but the real heroics are found in how the protagonists believe in one another and heal in the face of trauma. 8 / 10.

By genuinely adapting to your choices, The Outer Worlds captures a real sense of creativity usually restricted to tabletop role-playing. The characters feel alive with memory and distinct personalities, and the world seamlessly integrates with the narrative. However, the path of least resistance is usually the violent one, and supposed cliffs of consequence are often just short ledges. 9 / 10.

This playful puzzle game mixes graph theory with space exploration and minimalist art. The intuitive controls and thematic music bolster this game’s short 65-level experience where it ends with clean finality. 6 / 10.