Deathbound is an extremely valid title with intricate, customizable gameplay and many rules to learn and apply to overcome the game's challenge. Despite not having excellent level design, this action souls-like still manages to be interesting and entertaining, bringing fresh air to the genre. Recommended.
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Bleak Faith: Forsaken has potential but fails to combine its elements effectively, resulting in unbalanced and frustrating gameplay. It feels unfinished, especially noticeable for genre veterans who expected more polish. The graphics and music are delightful, but the game falters as soon as you start playing.
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Schim bases its entire game on a single gimmick. Despite the intriguing concept of jumping between shadows, it doesn't entertain as much as it should, offering neither a challenge nor a relaxing pastime. The plot is somewhat non-linear and ill-suited for the game. It's a shame because the core idea is solid, but the lack of notable level design and original mechanics makes it a fleeting distraction, failing to provide lasting entertainment or be memorable.
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If I could choose a version of the Riven remake to play, I'd likely go for the classic screen version. Despite the beauty of VR landscapes, it's clear the game was designed for a 2D screen and later adapted to VR, which comes with limitations. While it's acceptable to not interact with everything on a screen, in VR it makes less sense to touch everything to determine what’s part of the puzzle or just the environment. Frequent load times break the immersion and slow down gameplay, making players avoid some puzzles unless necessary. Despite these issues, it's still a pleasing VR experience for those who want to fully immerse themselves in one of the most charismatic and well-made puzzle games. Recommended.
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Despite some flaws likely due to a low budget, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Sweep the Board has all the elements to become a fan favorite. With simple and fun gameplay mechanics, functional and varied mini-games, it hits the mark by creating an entertaining title. The option to choose the number of turns allows you to manage your time, whether for a short, medium, or long game, keeping you engaged for over an hour. It's a must for fans and lovers of peaceful yet dynamic party games, despite its graphical shortcomings that could have made it truly essential.
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Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD is a straightforward remaster of the 3DS game, bringing it to the Nintendo Switch with minimal changes. Unlike a full remake, it offers only improved resolution and 3DS screen adaptation. The framerate stays at 30 FPS, multiplayer lacks new features, and it's essentially a direct port. Is it recommended? Yes, if you haven't played it before. It's fun to catch ghosts with Luigi, and the secrets and collectibles add to the enjoyment. However, it could have offered more.
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As an experienced reviewer of Mario & Co., it's no surprise that I commend Nintendo for creating such original, fun, and accessible games. Paper Mario is one of the best series, and having finally played The Thousand-Year Door, I understand why it's considered the best. After several ported versions with additions from the Wii U, Nintendo has finally brought new life to classic games, hitting the mark with this one.
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As someone who enjoys puzzle games, I found that Paper Trail hits the mark. The game appears simple but is actually complex with varying levels of difficulty (sometimes a bit too much). The logic of folding and creating new paths isn't immediately obvious, and it takes a few levels to get into the flow. However, the constant changes in dynamics keep the challenge engaging without being impossible. Highly recommended, despite being completed relatively quickly.
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This HD remaster brings the same experience from the 3DS to current consoles, except for Street Pass, which has been replaced with a character-sending system to still retrieve items. The graphical updates are decent but not exceptional, with some low-definition elements remaining, particularly the illustrations. The change mainly focuses on reducing polygon aliasing, leaving most of the original visuals unchanged. The story, while interesting, is relatively minimal and often takes a backseat, being narrated mostly during gameplay and interrupting the monotony of exploration and constant battles. Overall, the remaster doesn't add much to the original 3DS version, offering a basic upgrade for a title that was already somewhat overlooked upon its initial release.
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El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron HD Remaster is a game from the past that was appreciated for its stylistic approach and somewhat original gameplay. However, it should be considered a port for the Switch rather than a true remaster. Technically mediocre, with notable FPS drops even in docked mode, the Switch isn't the best console for it. Still, it allows fans to revisit the game and new players to experience it for the first time on a portable device. Recommended for nostalgic fans of action platformers from two generations ago, but unfortunately, the game hasn't aged well.
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Unicorn Overlord is an original and well-crafted title, absolutely worth your attention. Its style, story, and narrative are compelling reasons to consider it, but the gameplay truly captivates players. It offers a sense of simplicity for casual gamers focused on the plot, while providing challenges for hardcore strategists. I highly recommend trying the extensive demo available in the store to experience its undeniable quality firsthand before deciding to buy it. Overall, it's highly recommended.
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In conclusion, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game is an excellent off-road simulator with a strange scientific theme that serves mainly to justify the explorations. Its realistic physics and gameplay possibilities delight the player with challenging maps requiring increasing skill in handling the off-road vehicle and its gadgets to complete levels. Not suitable for everyone due to its intrinsic complexity and tedious preparation menus for each expedition, but understandable for ensuring sufficient preparation.
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Granblue Fantasy: Relink is a delight for action RPG fans, rich in story, gameplay, and details. A demo is available to try the start of the second chapter and engage in online battles, giving a good idea of the game's value. Despite February being packed with major RPG releases like Persona 3 Reload and the highly anticipated Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Granblue Fantasy: Relink holds its own. This debut adventure from Cygames doesn't fall short compared to other sensational series. Give it a try!
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Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash could have pleased fans, but it falls short. Despite the quality of the anime and manga, the game is technically lacking. It feels rushed or unfinished, with uninspired text-based menus and a poorly implemented UI. The gameplay tries to do too much and fails to deliver, with online four-player battles often feeling random and frustrating due to unreasonable lag. Steam reviews reflect a mixed reception, with only 56% positive. Even the story mode is underwhelming, lacking 3D environments and relying on static text and images from the anime. A wasted potential.
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Ashley, D, and other characters will remain memorable, as they have for thousands of players. I highly recommend trying the demo on the Nintendo Store and experiencing the story as a graphic novel filled with puzzles and surprises. Enjoy the intense and beautiful stories.
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Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is the perfect spiritual successor to Jet Set Radio, as if released in the 2000s. The style and soundtrack are almost impeccable, with a surprising plot connecting the game world. While the repetitive process of unlocking districts may be a downside, collectibles and challenging achievements help mitigate the lack of broader gameplay variety. A must-play for JSR fans.
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In summary, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora isn't quite what I expected, but it's important to judge it based on what it actually offers. The game presents a vast and new world to explore, with visuals faithful to the film and an original story. It allows players to step into the shoes of a Na’vi with first-person gameplay, combining exploration, hunting, combat, and some crafting for a complete experience. However, the game lacks originality and a fresh style suited to the franchise, often feeling too vast and unstimulating for long-term play. Fans of Avatar may still enjoy exploring Pandora in-depth, but this judgment remains subjective. Ultimately, it's up to you to decide whether to give it a try or not.
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Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising is the best version of Arc System Works' fighting game, evolving gameplay mechanics and adding characters and mini-games. Although fans may not like paying for an upgraded version, it offers engaging new modes and streamlined, exciting gameplay. Try the free version and upgrade if you enjoy it.
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Absolutely. While new players might find the pace and gameplay of Super Mario RPG slow, old-school RPG fans will love it. The remastered version stays true to the original, offering around ten hours of gameplay. The reorchestrated music is a weak point, but other improvements make the gameplay more accessible for today's audience. Give it a try!
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Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections rehashes old content at a high price. Despite the love for the saga and anime-based games, it doesn't deserve more than a passable score. Hopefully, CyberConnect2 will reinvigorate the series with fresh ideas.
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