Meganoid: Chronicles

Meganoid: Chronicles knows exactly what it wants to be, short, sharp, and unapologetically difficult. The clever level hints, snappy design, and responsive controls all come together for a satisfying, if occasionally infuriating, experience. I’ll admit, there were moments where I wanted to throw my Switch across the room. But then I’d take a breath, dive back in, and nail that jump that had been haunting me. That’s when you know a precision platformer has done its job. If you’ve got the patience for pain and a fondness for old-school challenge, Meganoid: Chronicles is worth your time.