DMC4 has become notorious nowadays for being less cohesive compared to DMC1, DMC3, and especially DMC5, but that in no way makes it a bad game or not worth playing, especially now that it's DRM free on GOG. As troubled and awkward as his introduction was, I've always liked Nero, and his combat and levels in this game are still among the most fun of any hack and slash game. Dante's levels may not have the same variety, but his gameplay still has great depth that even DMC5 doesn't quite manage. This is also the game that established Vergil's awesome gameplay and allows you to play as Lady and Trish with their own unique movesets. All in all, DMC4 on GOG is a fantastic port of an incredibly fun if flawed game, and one that any self respecting action game fan shouldn't miss out on.
I only got into the Legacy of Kain series a few years ago, but they have quickly risen through the ranks as some of my favorite games of all time. Soul Reaver especially is a game everyone should play once, both for its story and Zelda-like exploration/puzzle solving. It's great to see these games finally get some love after more than 2 decades of lying dorment. Saber did just as good a job updating the visuals and controls as the Tomb Raider remasters. Between that and the added bonus content, this is a must buy for long time Kain fans.
I consider a great game to be one I never get sick of playing and always enjoy revisiting after some time, and just like with Mass Effect, Deus Ex, and KOTOR, VTM Bloodlines is an immortal classic I always love revisiting no matter how much time passes. It's a must play for every self respecting RPG fan. We desperately need more games that feature so many deep quests, engrossing storytelling, and meaningful choices down to which class you pick along with how you level them up. Even though Bloodlines becomes less choice driven and more combat focused towards the end, it doesn't diminish the experience. If you can handle a few lingering bugs and janky controls, this is a game everybody should play at least once in their lives.
