Julio La Pine


16 games reviewed
86.6 average score
90 median score
100.0% of games recommended
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Nov 13, 2024

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is the best way to experience this RPG classic. With new QoL features, expanded story content, and a gorgeous new visual style, this is an unmatched entry in the whole franchise. And while there are a few things that feel dated, it still stands out as a masterpiece of the genre.

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Nov 5, 2024

Metal Slug Tactics is a new take on the legendary franchise that puts side-scrolling action aside for a more in-depth tactical approach. While the combat and roguelike systems are highly engaging, they still suffer from many bugs that prevent this game from reaching greater heights.

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Oct 29, 2024

Sonic x Shadow Generations is the ultimate way to play any of the hedgehogs' adventures. While the Shadow standalone story eclipses that of the Blue hero, both are terrific in terms of gameplay and genuinely feel like some of the best games the legendary franchise has to offer.

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Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered is a proper comeback of a niche classic that maintains the essence of the original while modernizing it enough for newer audiences. Despite its minor technical flaws, it is a top-notch action-adventure escapade.

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8 / 10.0 - Wayfinder
Oct 25, 2024

Despite its minor bugs and glitches, Wayfinder is a terrific ARPG. It is full of content and potential, that casual and hardcore players alike will have a blast playing.

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Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake is the ultimate way to experience this legendary historical simulation series. With a lot of player agency, over 1,000 officers to play as, and many scenarios to explore, this is the only strategy game you'll need in the foreseeable future.

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Oct 17, 2024

Unknown 9: Awakening is the perfect example of having great ideas, interesting lore, and well-written characters that are randomly thrown to the wall to see if they stick together. The plethora of technical issues is so large that by the time the game gets going, one's investment is long gone.

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Oct 7, 2024

Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is not only the best fighting game of the series but also the best Dragon Ball game we've had in years. With a huge roster, top-notch visuals, and impactful combat, it will be hard for new and old players to put the controller down.

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Oct 7, 2024

Metaphor: ReFantazio is a once-in-a-lifetime RPG. Despite how stacked the genre is, it goes out of its way to innovate it while keeping the familiar feel. Even if you've never played a game as lengthy as this one, you'll surely find yourself immersed in this intricate fantasy world.

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Jul 15, 2024

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is an enthralling and addictive game that everyone should experience at least once. Its combination of gameplay elements and approach to replayability are flawless and something that will hook players in for hours.

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9 / 10.0 - Unicorn Overlord
Mar 25, 2024

Unicorn Overlord is a magnificent tactical RPG experience and one of the most memorable ones in recent years.

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9 / 10.0 - Dragon's Dogma 2
Mar 20, 2024

I have no doubt that it is an experience that will go down in gaming history as one of the best RPGs of all time.

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Oct 12, 2023

One the best Star Trek games we’ve had in years!

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9 / 10.0 - Forza Motorsport
Oct 4, 2023

Turn 10 Studios has put the pedal to the metal in this installment, and it is one of the best racing simulators out there today!

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Oct 4, 2023

Assassin's Creed Mirage is the game that returns to franchise to its glory days.

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9 / 10.0 - Lies of P
Sep 13, 2023

Without a doubt, Lies of P is the best Soulslike game of the year!

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