Shadow Labyrinth (PS5)

I was skeptical about a Pac-Man-inspired platformer, but the 2D action is incredibly tight and the level design keeps surprising you. The way Puck guides you while you explore these eerie relics makes the whole thing feel fresh. Already my favorite PS5 pickup this month.

The yellow orb Puck guiding me through the labyrinth adds a cool narrative twist I wasn't expecting from a 2D platformer. The controls feel tight and responsive, making the combat as Swordsman No. 8 genuinely satisfying. Definitely a unique experience that stands on its own.

I was skeptical about a Pac-Man spin-off, but the 2D action platforming is tight and the way the yellow orb Puck guides you through the world feels genuinely fresh. Spent a whole evening on it without noticing the time.