Saints Row IV

One of the most unusual, insane, and enjoyable games in a long while, with sharp, well-written and totally bonkers Matrix-parody writing and an exhilarating superpowered run-and-jump traversal that makes vehicles feel pointless. Missions are remarkably varied and self-aware, though it can feel clunky and dated, with weak enemy AI and repetitive Guardian-boss segments. A great package on Switch despite a slight price premium and downgraded visuals.

A fantastic, hilarious, action-packed sandbox that hands players an open city and insane superpowers to wreak havoc. The superpowers, sci-fi parody humor, and varied missions make it consistently entertaining, though the city is heavily recycled from prior entries. A worthy, gleefully over-the-top send-up of the franchise well worth checking out.

Initially skeptical, this turns into a winning superhero simulator carried by creative superpower traversal and combat, sharp sci-fi and pop-culture parody, and genuinely fun drop-in co-op. The biggest misstep is granting full superpowers within the first hour, which trivializes the challenge and makes vehicles and most content pointless, and the recycled city and weak gunplay show. Still won-over enough to earn a strong recommendation.