Assassin's Creed Valhalla (PS4)

I’ve been raiding across England for hours now and the open world feels alive with all the varied landscapes. The dual-wielding combat makes every axe swing and shield bash satisfyingly brutal.

Settling into the Viking longship for the first time and seeing the English coastline come into view really pulled me into the world. The settlement-building mechanics are surprisingly deep and rewarding, making every raid feel like it matters.

The dual-wielding combat feels incredibly satisfying, especially when you're raiding a monastery with a shield in one hand and a flaming axe in the other. Exploring England's Dark Ages is genuinely immersive, with the river raids adding a nice strategic layer to the chaos.