Dan Enriquez
@danenriquez.bsky.social
WPI ‘22/‘24 | Game Design | He/Him
4. Mega Man 2: The Power Fighters (1996)
This game and its predecessor are cool ways to see older Robot Masters with new fights presented in a Mega Man 7 style with fantastic remixes, but the gameplay is far too shallow and repetitive to really offer much to come back to.
This game and its predecessor are cool ways to see older Robot Masters with new fights presented in a Mega Man 7 style with fantastic remixes, but the gameplay is far too shallow and repetitive to really offer much to come back to.
January 22, 2026 at 3:27 AM
4. Mega Man 2: The Power Fighters (1996)
This game and its predecessor are cool ways to see older Robot Masters with new fights presented in a Mega Man 7 style with fantastic remixes, but the gameplay is far too shallow and repetitive to really offer much to come back to.
This game and its predecessor are cool ways to see older Robot Masters with new fights presented in a Mega Man 7 style with fantastic remixes, but the gameplay is far too shallow and repetitive to really offer much to come back to.
3. The Messenger - Picnic Panic (2019)
Fun little add-on with some neat new gameplay styles and continued hilarious writing. Shame the DLC stopped here, but I was glad to get a little bit more Messenger, and really great Messenger at that.
Fun little add-on with some neat new gameplay styles and continued hilarious writing. Shame the DLC stopped here, but I was glad to get a little bit more Messenger, and really great Messenger at that.
January 21, 2026 at 4:23 AM
3. The Messenger - Picnic Panic (2019)
Fun little add-on with some neat new gameplay styles and continued hilarious writing. Shame the DLC stopped here, but I was glad to get a little bit more Messenger, and really great Messenger at that.
Fun little add-on with some neat new gameplay styles and continued hilarious writing. Shame the DLC stopped here, but I was glad to get a little bit more Messenger, and really great Messenger at that.
2. The Messenger (2018)
A really impressive and deceptively simple platformer that consistently surprises throughout its runtime. Loved the amazing pixel art and chiptune OST, and movement was very satisfying. The writing was a highlight and constantly made me laugh aloud too.
A really impressive and deceptively simple platformer that consistently surprises throughout its runtime. Loved the amazing pixel art and chiptune OST, and movement was very satisfying. The writing was a highlight and constantly made me laugh aloud too.
January 20, 2026 at 6:56 AM
2. The Messenger (2018)
A really impressive and deceptively simple platformer that consistently surprises throughout its runtime. Loved the amazing pixel art and chiptune OST, and movement was very satisfying. The writing was a highlight and constantly made me laugh aloud too.
A really impressive and deceptively simple platformer that consistently surprises throughout its runtime. Loved the amazing pixel art and chiptune OST, and movement was very satisfying. The writing was a highlight and constantly made me laugh aloud too.
1. Kirby’s Dream Buffet (2022)
Very cute game that unfortunately just lacks in content and, 4 years out, an online community. The core gameplay is fun, but there’s just not enough here besides aesthetics to come back, aside from perhaps local multiplayer, which I do want to try.
Very cute game that unfortunately just lacks in content and, 4 years out, an online community. The core gameplay is fun, but there’s just not enough here besides aesthetics to come back, aside from perhaps local multiplayer, which I do want to try.
January 5, 2026 at 4:51 AM
1. Kirby’s Dream Buffet (2022)
Very cute game that unfortunately just lacks in content and, 4 years out, an online community. The core gameplay is fun, but there’s just not enough here besides aesthetics to come back, aside from perhaps local multiplayer, which I do want to try.
Very cute game that unfortunately just lacks in content and, 4 years out, an online community. The core gameplay is fun, but there’s just not enough here besides aesthetics to come back, aside from perhaps local multiplayer, which I do want to try.
43. Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Star-Crossed World (2025)
Solid, if short extra campaign that really highlights all the best parts of the base game - great level and environment design, fun combat, and interesting new Mouthful Modes. $20 is a bit much, but it was a fun time.
Solid, if short extra campaign that really highlights all the best parts of the base game - great level and environment design, fun combat, and interesting new Mouthful Modes. $20 is a bit much, but it was a fun time.
December 22, 2025 at 3:37 AM
43. Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Star-Crossed World (2025)
Solid, if short extra campaign that really highlights all the best parts of the base game - great level and environment design, fun combat, and interesting new Mouthful Modes. $20 is a bit much, but it was a fun time.
Solid, if short extra campaign that really highlights all the best parts of the base game - great level and environment design, fun combat, and interesting new Mouthful Modes. $20 is a bit much, but it was a fun time.
42. Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Mega Dimension (2025)
A great add-on to the base game, expanding upon what worked and introducing some fun new gameplay loops via Hyperspace. The additional Mega Evolutions are all pretty solid, and I really enjoyed the new characters and narrative.
A great add-on to the base game, expanding upon what worked and introducing some fun new gameplay loops via Hyperspace. The additional Mega Evolutions are all pretty solid, and I really enjoyed the new characters and narrative.
December 12, 2025 at 4:52 AM
42. Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Mega Dimension (2025)
A great add-on to the base game, expanding upon what worked and introducing some fun new gameplay loops via Hyperspace. The additional Mega Evolutions are all pretty solid, and I really enjoyed the new characters and narrative.
A great add-on to the base game, expanding upon what worked and introducing some fun new gameplay loops via Hyperspace. The additional Mega Evolutions are all pretty solid, and I really enjoyed the new characters and narrative.
41. Kirby Air Riders (2025)
Sakurai does it again, delivering a uniquely addicting racer with an absolutely wild amount of content. Every mode benefits from so much polish, and I have no doubt I'll be continuing to play it for years and years to come. A great early Switch 2 gem.
Sakurai does it again, delivering a uniquely addicting racer with an absolutely wild amount of content. Every mode benefits from so much polish, and I have no doubt I'll be continuing to play it for years and years to come. A great early Switch 2 gem.
December 9, 2025 at 6:39 AM
41. Kirby Air Riders (2025)
Sakurai does it again, delivering a uniquely addicting racer with an absolutely wild amount of content. Every mode benefits from so much polish, and I have no doubt I'll be continuing to play it for years and years to come. A great early Switch 2 gem.
Sakurai does it again, delivering a uniquely addicting racer with an absolutely wild amount of content. Every mode benefits from so much polish, and I have no doubt I'll be continuing to play it for years and years to come. A great early Switch 2 gem.
40. Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Saw the full thing for the first time, it was alright. I feel like it kinda misses the point of the OG a bit, not as much as the Lorax though. Jim Carrey had some great moments and the practical makeup was very good throughout.
Saw the full thing for the first time, it was alright. I feel like it kinda misses the point of the OG a bit, not as much as the Lorax though. Jim Carrey had some great moments and the practical makeup was very good throughout.
December 2, 2025 at 4:26 AM
40. Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Saw the full thing for the first time, it was alright. I feel like it kinda misses the point of the OG a bit, not as much as the Lorax though. Jim Carrey had some great moments and the practical makeup was very good throughout.
Saw the full thing for the first time, it was alright. I feel like it kinda misses the point of the OG a bit, not as much as the Lorax though. Jim Carrey had some great moments and the practical makeup was very good throughout.
39. Hollow Knight: Silksong (2025)
Without question my game of the year, this is a game that truly inspires me to keep pursuing game development as a career. To call it anything less than a masterpiece would be doing it a tremendous disservice. Play this now if you haven't yet.
Without question my game of the year, this is a game that truly inspires me to keep pursuing game development as a career. To call it anything less than a masterpiece would be doing it a tremendous disservice. Play this now if you haven't yet.
November 30, 2025 at 1:25 AM
39. Hollow Knight: Silksong (2025)
Without question my game of the year, this is a game that truly inspires me to keep pursuing game development as a career. To call it anything less than a masterpiece would be doing it a tremendous disservice. Play this now if you haven't yet.
Without question my game of the year, this is a game that truly inspires me to keep pursuing game development as a career. To call it anything less than a masterpiece would be doing it a tremendous disservice. Play this now if you haven't yet.
38. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (2025)
Another fantastic addition to this year's lineup of racing games, the CrossWorlds system adds a ton of chaotic unpredictability to a fast-paced arcade racer. With a wild roster of characters and tracks, this one has been super fun to play.
Another fantastic addition to this year's lineup of racing games, the CrossWorlds system adds a ton of chaotic unpredictability to a fast-paced arcade racer. With a wild roster of characters and tracks, this one has been super fun to play.
November 20, 2025 at 8:08 PM
38. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (2025)
Another fantastic addition to this year's lineup of racing games, the CrossWorlds system adds a ton of chaotic unpredictability to a fast-paced arcade racer. With a wild roster of characters and tracks, this one has been super fun to play.
Another fantastic addition to this year's lineup of racing games, the CrossWorlds system adds a ton of chaotic unpredictability to a fast-paced arcade racer. With a wild roster of characters and tracks, this one has been super fun to play.
37. Pokémon Legends: Z-A (2025)
One of the best Pokémon games in years, the combat system here is very fun and exploring Lumiose always leads to things to find. Performance and graphics are spot on, and nearly all the new Megas are top-notch. Very impressed with this one.
One of the best Pokémon games in years, the combat system here is very fun and exploring Lumiose always leads to things to find. Performance and graphics are spot on, and nearly all the new Megas are top-notch. Very impressed with this one.
November 11, 2025 at 5:09 AM
37. Pokémon Legends: Z-A (2025)
One of the best Pokémon games in years, the combat system here is very fun and exploring Lumiose always leads to things to find. Performance and graphics are spot on, and nearly all the new Megas are top-notch. Very impressed with this one.
One of the best Pokémon games in years, the combat system here is very fun and exploring Lumiose always leads to things to find. Performance and graphics are spot on, and nearly all the new Megas are top-notch. Very impressed with this one.
36. One Piece: Whole Cake Island Saga (2016-2019)
Really consistently good throughout, maybe the most consistent material in post timeskip yet. Lots of good character moments and it really feels like the stakes of the story are starting to rise. Finally ready to get Wano started.
Really consistently good throughout, maybe the most consistent material in post timeskip yet. Lots of good character moments and it really feels like the stakes of the story are starting to rise. Finally ready to get Wano started.
October 12, 2025 at 12:31 AM
36. One Piece: Whole Cake Island Saga (2016-2019)
Really consistently good throughout, maybe the most consistent material in post timeskip yet. Lots of good character moments and it really feels like the stakes of the story are starting to rise. Finally ready to get Wano started.
Really consistently good throughout, maybe the most consistent material in post timeskip yet. Lots of good character moments and it really feels like the stakes of the story are starting to rise. Finally ready to get Wano started.
35. One Piece: 3̵D̵2Y (2014)
It was alright. Decent plot and some fun character appearances, but I feel like it missed the chance to explore some themes that would've fit into this timeframe in the story well. Also, CGI was used a bit which I found super distracting.
It was alright. Decent plot and some fun character appearances, but I feel like it missed the chance to explore some themes that would've fit into this timeframe in the story well. Also, CGI was used a bit which I found super distracting.
October 4, 2025 at 1:07 AM
35. One Piece: 3̵D̵2Y (2014)
It was alright. Decent plot and some fun character appearances, but I feel like it missed the chance to explore some themes that would've fit into this timeframe in the story well. Also, CGI was used a bit which I found super distracting.
It was alright. Decent plot and some fun character appearances, but I feel like it missed the chance to explore some themes that would've fit into this timeframe in the story well. Also, CGI was used a bit which I found super distracting.
34. Mega Man: The Power Battle (1995)
Mega Man 7 is probably my favorite in the classic series visually, so to see a fighting game with characters from the first seven games in that style was great as a fan. It's not mechanically complex but it's a neat piece of Mega Man history
Mega Man 7 is probably my favorite in the classic series visually, so to see a fighting game with characters from the first seven games in that style was great as a fan. It's not mechanically complex but it's a neat piece of Mega Man history
September 26, 2025 at 2:50 AM
34. Mega Man: The Power Battle (1995)
Mega Man 7 is probably my favorite in the classic series visually, so to see a fighting game with characters from the first seven games in that style was great as a fan. It's not mechanically complex but it's a neat piece of Mega Man history
Mega Man 7 is probably my favorite in the classic series visually, so to see a fighting game with characters from the first seven games in that style was great as a fan. It's not mechanically complex but it's a neat piece of Mega Man history
33. One Piece: Dressrosa Saga (2013-2016)
Obscenely long, but oh so good. It somehow manages to hold onto a tense feeling despite its pacing, and features perhaps the best villain in the series to this point. Fights underwhelmed a bit, but I’m excited to see the fallout in Zou.
Obscenely long, but oh so good. It somehow manages to hold onto a tense feeling despite its pacing, and features perhaps the best villain in the series to this point. Fights underwhelmed a bit, but I’m excited to see the fallout in Zou.
September 12, 2025 at 4:44 AM
33. One Piece: Dressrosa Saga (2013-2016)
Obscenely long, but oh so good. It somehow manages to hold onto a tense feeling despite its pacing, and features perhaps the best villain in the series to this point. Fights underwhelmed a bit, but I’m excited to see the fallout in Zou.
Obscenely long, but oh so good. It somehow manages to hold onto a tense feeling despite its pacing, and features perhaps the best villain in the series to this point. Fights underwhelmed a bit, but I’m excited to see the fallout in Zou.
32. Mario Kart World (2025)
While it has some setbacks in content (and price), this is a great new step forward for the series, with really fun tracks and a fantastically expansive character roster. I look forward to seeing it (hopefully) continue to improve for years to come.
While it has some setbacks in content (and price), this is a great new step forward for the series, with really fun tracks and a fantastically expansive character roster. I look forward to seeing it (hopefully) continue to improve for years to come.
September 12, 2025 at 1:41 AM
32. Mario Kart World (2025)
While it has some setbacks in content (and price), this is a great new step forward for the series, with really fun tracks and a fantastically expansive character roster. I look forward to seeing it (hopefully) continue to improve for years to come.
While it has some setbacks in content (and price), this is a great new step forward for the series, with really fun tracks and a fantastically expansive character roster. I look forward to seeing it (hopefully) continue to improve for years to come.
31. WarioWare Gold (2018)
Great presentation in both the visual style and voice acting, and the selection of microgames is really good. Highlight was definitely the stages where you switch between the 4 types of games, those really kept me on my toes. A fun tribute to WarioWare.
Great presentation in both the visual style and voice acting, and the selection of microgames is really good. Highlight was definitely the stages where you switch between the 4 types of games, those really kept me on my toes. A fun tribute to WarioWare.
August 26, 2025 at 1:53 AM
31. WarioWare Gold (2018)
Great presentation in both the visual style and voice acting, and the selection of microgames is really good. Highlight was definitely the stages where you switch between the 4 types of games, those really kept me on my toes. A fun tribute to WarioWare.
Great presentation in both the visual style and voice acting, and the selection of microgames is really good. Highlight was definitely the stages where you switch between the 4 types of games, those really kept me on my toes. A fun tribute to WarioWare.
30. The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025)
Pretty good! I was pleased with how each of the F4 were portrayed, and the commitment to the retrofuturism aesthetic was really commendable. I would've appreciated some more creative uses of their powers, but otherwise, a solid new take.
Pretty good! I was pleased with how each of the F4 were portrayed, and the commitment to the retrofuturism aesthetic was really commendable. I would've appreciated some more creative uses of their powers, but otherwise, a solid new take.
August 17, 2025 at 2:27 AM
30. The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025)
Pretty good! I was pleased with how each of the F4 were portrayed, and the commitment to the retrofuturism aesthetic was really commendable. I would've appreciated some more creative uses of their powers, but otherwise, a solid new take.
Pretty good! I was pleased with how each of the F4 were portrayed, and the commitment to the retrofuturism aesthetic was really commendable. I would've appreciated some more creative uses of their powers, but otherwise, a solid new take.
29. Thunderbolts* (2025)
A pleasant surprise. Character dynamics were pretty solid, and though Bucky and Ghost def felt underutilized, overall the team came together well. VFX wasn’t distracting, and it set up some intriguing storylines. Didn’t care for Val, but Bob was great.
A pleasant surprise. Character dynamics were pretty solid, and though Bucky and Ghost def felt underutilized, overall the team came together well. VFX wasn’t distracting, and it set up some intriguing storylines. Didn’t care for Val, but Bob was great.
August 14, 2025 at 3:15 AM
29. Thunderbolts* (2025)
A pleasant surprise. Character dynamics were pretty solid, and though Bucky and Ghost def felt underutilized, overall the team came together well. VFX wasn’t distracting, and it set up some intriguing storylines. Didn’t care for Val, but Bob was great.
A pleasant surprise. Character dynamics were pretty solid, and though Bucky and Ghost def felt underutilized, overall the team came together well. VFX wasn’t distracting, and it set up some intriguing storylines. Didn’t care for Val, but Bob was great.
28. Captain America: Brave New World (2025)
Completely dull and predictable, a Captain America film where Captain America does little but react to Hulk-related events happening through one contrivance after another. Mackie, Ramirez, and Ford do alright, but there’s not much here
Completely dull and predictable, a Captain America film where Captain America does little but react to Hulk-related events happening through one contrivance after another. Mackie, Ramirez, and Ford do alright, but there’s not much here
August 14, 2025 at 12:52 AM
28. Captain America: Brave New World (2025)
Completely dull and predictable, a Captain America film where Captain America does little but react to Hulk-related events happening through one contrivance after another. Mackie, Ramirez, and Ford do alright, but there’s not much here
Completely dull and predictable, a Captain America film where Captain America does little but react to Hulk-related events happening through one contrivance after another. Mackie, Ramirez, and Ford do alright, but there’s not much here
27. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
Mixed bag. Jackman and Reynolds have a solid fun dynamic, and its clear they're having a good time. It's unfortunate then that the rest of the movie is just devoted to shoving in endless cameos. Mindlessly entertaining and nothing really more.
Mixed bag. Jackman and Reynolds have a solid fun dynamic, and its clear they're having a good time. It's unfortunate then that the rest of the movie is just devoted to shoving in endless cameos. Mindlessly entertaining and nothing really more.
August 13, 2025 at 2:25 AM
27. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
Mixed bag. Jackman and Reynolds have a solid fun dynamic, and its clear they're having a good time. It's unfortunate then that the rest of the movie is just devoted to shoving in endless cameos. Mindlessly entertaining and nothing really more.
Mixed bag. Jackman and Reynolds have a solid fun dynamic, and its clear they're having a good time. It's unfortunate then that the rest of the movie is just devoted to shoving in endless cameos. Mindlessly entertaining and nothing really more.
26. Donkey Kong Bananza (2025)
Fantastic world design, engaging destruction and transformation mechanics, a fun cast, and a cute story make this another great game from EPD. Minor framerate issues aside, it’s a great graphical showcase for Switch 2 and an amazing return for DK.
Fantastic world design, engaging destruction and transformation mechanics, a fun cast, and a cute story make this another great game from EPD. Minor framerate issues aside, it’s a great graphical showcase for Switch 2 and an amazing return for DK.
July 23, 2025 at 6:25 AM
26. Donkey Kong Bananza (2025)
Fantastic world design, engaging destruction and transformation mechanics, a fun cast, and a cute story make this another great game from EPD. Minor framerate issues aside, it’s a great graphical showcase for Switch 2 and an amazing return for DK.
Fantastic world design, engaging destruction and transformation mechanics, a fun cast, and a cute story make this another great game from EPD. Minor framerate issues aside, it’s a great graphical showcase for Switch 2 and an amazing return for DK.
25. The Marvels (2023)
An efficiently paced film, bolstered tremendously by the fantastic chemistry of the lead trio and a fun, yet sincere tone throughout. Solid supporting cast helps me overlook a pretty bog standard villain and conflict. Good sequel w/ a neat post-credits too
An efficiently paced film, bolstered tremendously by the fantastic chemistry of the lead trio and a fun, yet sincere tone throughout. Solid supporting cast helps me overlook a pretty bog standard villain and conflict. Good sequel w/ a neat post-credits too
July 14, 2025 at 4:49 AM
25. The Marvels (2023)
An efficiently paced film, bolstered tremendously by the fantastic chemistry of the lead trio and a fun, yet sincere tone throughout. Solid supporting cast helps me overlook a pretty bog standard villain and conflict. Good sequel w/ a neat post-credits too
An efficiently paced film, bolstered tremendously by the fantastic chemistry of the lead trio and a fun, yet sincere tone throughout. Solid supporting cast helps me overlook a pretty bog standard villain and conflict. Good sequel w/ a neat post-credits too
24. Superman (2025)
A really promising start to a new DCU. It may be very packed, but Gunn is able to craft a film that captures the feel of the comics more than any superhero film in recent memory. Clark, Lois, and Lex are fantastic castings, and the story is fun as well.
A really promising start to a new DCU. It may be very packed, but Gunn is able to craft a film that captures the feel of the comics more than any superhero film in recent memory. Clark, Lois, and Lex are fantastic castings, and the story is fun as well.
July 13, 2025 at 3:34 AM
24. Superman (2025)
A really promising start to a new DCU. It may be very packed, but Gunn is able to craft a film that captures the feel of the comics more than any superhero film in recent memory. Clark, Lois, and Lex are fantastic castings, and the story is fun as well.
A really promising start to a new DCU. It may be very packed, but Gunn is able to craft a film that captures the feel of the comics more than any superhero film in recent memory. Clark, Lois, and Lex are fantastic castings, and the story is fun as well.