Melobot - A Last Song is not just a game but a true art form. The idea of performing gameplay actions through music is truly brilliant. Of course, we would have preferred more diversification between maps and the addition of more interesting mechanics as the game progresses. Nevertheless, we still appreciated the work done by Anomalie Studio. On an artistic level, we are at a decidedly high level, thanks to super-coloured and cartoony graphics that convey a sense of calm and relaxation to the player.
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Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is a good transposition of the Hogwarts wizards' favourite sport. The gameplay is quite fun and each role is well-defined and equipped with unique abilities that well relate to the rules of Quidditch. Despite a single-player campaign, the title is at its best when played in multiplayer, where cooperation between roles becomes paramount. This is a title that will entertain most fans of the series, even if the content at launch is rather lacking. We hope that in the following months Warner Bros. and Unbroken Studios will support the game sufficiently.
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Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is a game that well combines action/adventure elements with those typical of a Souls Like. True, the guys at A44 have ‘limited’ themselves to mixing these two genres by taking mechanics from one and the other, but the end result is more than good. To this we must add the excellent Reputation system that adds a greater level of challenge to the gameplay. The steampunk/fantasy setting itself is well characterised, in spite of some technical smears and a somewhat over-emphasised linearity.
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Ember Lab's work is structured to be suitable for anyone and will take about 10 hours to complete. The open world makes exploration very enjoyable, although there is no waypoint system so we will often have to look at the map from the menu. The mini-bosses and bosses that you will face are not too difficult nor too easy. Kena: Bridge of Spirits offers an exciting, understandable story and mechanics that can appeal to all ages of gamers, an achievement that deserves much praise and recognition.
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Hypercharge Unboxed is a shooter that manages to entertain thanks to horde co-op gameplay with tower defence mechanisms. The fact of using action figures as characters makes the whole thing even more surreal, even if in terms of content something more could have been done.
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Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is, like its prequel, a title that makes narrative and cinematic components its strong point. Artistically, we are faced with an inspired and immersive game, thanks to the way the protagonist's psychosis has been told. Unfortunately, at the gameplay level, no great strides have been made compared to the past, making these sections quite passive and not very interactive. A real shame considering Ninja Theory's experience and skill.
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Tales of Kenzera: ZAU is a video game that gave us great emotions. This is thanks to a story that deals with a very mature theme that is not always told in video games: the loss of a person. The narrative is touching and the whole thing is accompanied by metroidvania-style gameplay that, although more simplified than other titles in the genre, still manages to entertain. All this is accompanied by an inspiration of African customs and traditions that is really well thought out, and a very attractive retail price (20 euros).
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The Stalker trilogy is undoubtedly a good marketing move in view of the upcoming Stalker 2, due in September 2024. Nonetheless, we cannot say that we are facing a true remastered version, but simply a transposition of the original titles on the old and current generation consoles. This is because the improvements made are modest, both in terms of technical and graphical aspects. Nevertheless, this is a trilogy that will be of interest to those who were unable to experience the original titles on PC or who, while waiting for Stalker 2, want to learn more about the plot.
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Unicorn Overlord is a game that pushes Vanillaware's potential to the max. We are faced with a real-time tactical RPG that conveys a sense of freedom and satisfaction never seen before. Although it is a game that is at its best at higher difficulties, even novices will be able to enjoy Unicorn Overlord in story mode, having plenty of time to familiarise themselves with the various mechanics on offer.
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The Xbox Series X/S version of Baldur's Gate 3 once again confirms the extreme skill of Larian Studios. The porting to Microsoft home consoles was a perfect success, also allowing Xbox players to get their hands on GOTY 2023. Obviously we hope that the save bug will be resolved as soon as possible. A problem which, as mentioned, does not directly depend on the work carried out by the Belgian team.
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Ghostrunner 2 is a game that refines the structure of the first chapter without going much further. Once again, we are faced with a system that makes trial and error its main mechanic, something that might turn some players' noses up. Compared to its predecessor, the motorbike sections breathe new life into the game and the narrative becomes more central, although it is not the main reason why you will want to buy the game. Those who loved the first chapter will immediately feel at home, while newcomers may find Ghostrunner 2 a challenging title that represents a total improvement on what they saw with the first chapter. In short, you can't change a winning team!
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In Naruto X Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections CyberConnect2 used all its experience to create the ultimate game dedicated to Naruto and companions. The goal was only partially achieved due to a barely hinted at story mode, a limited number of modes and gameplay that for many could be far too simplistic. Nonetheless, the presence of a huge roster, an intriguing and entertaining new story and an established use of cell shading make Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections a title that all fans of the series and the manga should have on their shelves.
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As we expected Forza Motorsport is the definitive racing game. All thanks to a now consolidated gameplay, a crazy technical graphics section and an extreme level of customization that will allow each player to find the configuration suited to their driving style.
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Mortal Kombat 1 is exactly what we expected it to be. A title which, despite starting a new era, is based on the solid foundations that characterized Mk Nonetheless, Netherrealm Studios was able to renew the gameplay thanks to the addition of the Kameo Fighters, which are much more than simple assist-men. The invasion mode itself represents a good idea even if its implementation could have been better, especially with regards to repetitiveness. However, alongside all this we find a dizzying technical sector. If this isn't a flawless victory, we're close.
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