Simone Cantini


432 games reviewed
73.3 average score
75 median score
41.4% of games recommended
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75 / 100 - Where Winds Meet
Nov 28, 2025

Where Winds Meet defies free‑to‑play stereotypes: it’s neither predatory nor a mindless grind, and technically impressive. Despite flaws like missing Italian support and uneven lip sync, its deep combat, artistic care, and activity variety make Everstone Studio’s wuxia adventure a long‑lasting journey worth experiencing—especially for those curious about how Eastern tradition meets modern gaming.

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Nov 27, 2025

The Last Case of John Morley lives and dies by its script: short, straightforward, and light on gameplay, yet offering a couple of hours of well-crafted noir atmosphere. It doesn’t aim for complex mechanics or technical spectacle, but rather tells an engaging detective story that appeals to fans of the genre. Despite its brevity and lack of Italian localization, its early‑20th‑century London setting delivers a simple yet memorable investigation.

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80 / 100 - A.I.L.A
Nov 25, 2025

A.I.L.A. proves to be an ambitious and surprisingly mature project, blending narrative depth with gameplay tension. Pulsatrix Studios dares to center an adaptive AI that shapes fear around the player’s vulnerabilities, building a survival horror that engages with the genre’s classics rather than merely imitating them. Despite some uneven pacing, the result is a coherent and memorable experience for those seeking horror that balances subtle unease with more traditional thrills.

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70 / 100 - Possessor(s)
Nov 24, 2025

Possessor(s) isn’t a genre-defining metroidvania, but it grips you with its dark, stylish world. Heart Machine delivers a satisfying combat system, striking art direction, and a ’90s anime vibe. Despite chaotic progression and some questionable design choices, exploring Sanzu and uncovering Luca and Rhem’s bond remains compelling. Not a masterpiece, but a worthy experience that offers hours of challenge and atmosphere for fans of moody, stylish worlds.

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SpongeBob SquarePants: The Tidal Titans doesn’t reinvent the genre, but delivers a fun, solid adventure true to the show’s spirit. With silly gags, simple yet effective mechanics, and competent technical work, Purple Lamp offers a pleasant platformer for both longtime fans and newcomers. The lack of Italian dubbing is a drawback, yet the game still provides carefree entertainment and genuine laughs—exactly what you’d expect from a sponge living in a pineapple under the sea.

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Nov 14, 2025

Goodnight Universe isn’t about puzzles or complex gameplay, but about telling a story that lingers. Isaac, more than a baby with unusual powers, reflects our fears and fragilities. Despite some technical shortcomings—like missing head-tracking on consoles—the emotional core remains strong. In just four unforgettable hours, the game makes you smile, think, and even tear up, leaving behind that bittersweet feeling only well‑told stories can give.

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Nov 13, 2025

Dark Atlas: Infernum aims high but stumbles where it matters most: gameplay. The lore intrigues, the atmosphere unsettles, and the sound design impresses. Yet players often fight the game itself more than its monsters. Beneath the frustration lies a clear artistic vision, but only the patient will endure instant deaths, cruel checkpoints, and stamina that rivals an asthmatic sloth. Everyone else is better off staying on the surface and letting the lost souls wander alone.

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90 / 100 - Lumines Arise
Nov 11, 2025

Lumines Arise isn’t just the return of a musical puzzle game—it’s a celebration of an idea that keeps evolving while honoring its roots. Enhance delivers an experience both familiar and surprising, with hypnotic rhythms and kaleidoscopic visuals. Easy to grasp in seconds yet captivating for hours, it becomes a true sensory immersion on PSVR2. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a curious newcomer, Lumines Arise invites you to play with music, dance with colors, and lose yourself in its world—where leaving won’t be easy.

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75 / 100 - Dark Quest 4
Nov 7, 2025

Dark Quest 4 doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it rolls it with style. A heartfelt tribute to tabletop dungeon crawlers, it offers solid gameplay and rewards patience over speed. Imperfect controls, a steep difficulty curve, and grind-heavy economy hold it back. But if you grew up on Hero Quest and still get excited by isometric maps full of monsters, the €19.99 price is well worth it. It’s not genre-defining, but it knows its path—and walks it with confidence.

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Oct 29, 2025

The Cabin Factory is a small indie horror experiment that, despite its simplicity, delivers. It doesn’t reinvent the genre or offer deep gameplay, but it builds tension effectively with minimal, well-crafted elements. A short, atmospheric experience that proves even limited resources can tell a disturbing and engaging story.

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Oct 28, 2025

Once Upon a Katamari is exactly what fans hoped for: a surreal, colorful, and delightfully weird return that stays true to its roots while adding just enough freshness. With new challenges, light power-ups, a freer structure, and an unforgettable soundtrack, it entertains without losing its essence. Not a revolution, but a joyful celebration of everything that makes Katamari unique—sometimes, all you need is to roll through chaos with a smile.

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70 / 100 - Wreckreation
Oct 27, 2025

Wreckreation is a bold experiment that blends Burnout’s explosive chaos with TrackMania’s creative freedom, all set in an open world reminiscent of Forza Horizon. The result is a fun, customizable arcade racer that shines online, especially for players who love building, sharing, and destroying. While design choices and technical limits may disappoint solo players seeking a deeper experience, it remains a heartfelt tribute to arcade racing fans from developers who helped shape the genre.

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The Elf on the Shelf: Holiday Heroes is a lighthearted Christmas adventure designed for young children. While it lacks technical ambition and deep gameplay, it delivers simple fun and festive charm. Perfect for families seeking a sweet, reassuring holiday experience—just don’t expect a gamer’s challenge, and maybe keep a cookie ready for Santa.

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85 / 100 - Ghost of Yotei
Oct 20, 2025

Ghost of Yotei doesn’t reinvent the formula—it refines it with care and passion. Sucker Punch delivers another emotionally rich and visually stunning world. Despite a few technical flaws and a predictable start, Atsu’s journey shines through deep combat, breathtaking art direction, and a graceful tribute to Japanese folklore and cinema. It’s not groundbreaking, but if you loved Ghost of Tsushima, this chapter will win you over.

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70 / 100 - Hirogami
Oct 17, 2025

Hirogami doesn’t reinvent platformers, but embraces the genre with elegance and consistency. Its origami-inspired visuals and transformation mechanics add charm and rhythm to the adventure. Despite some design and narrative limitations, it offers a relaxing, artistic experience. Not a masterpiece, but a small gem worth discovering.

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75 / 100 - Reach
Oct 16, 2025

Reach showcases nDreams' VR expertise with a thrilling, immersive experience and solid design. While it doesn't reinvent the genre, its fast-paced gameplay and smart level design stand out. The story, though familiar, supports the adventure well. Some conservative choices and technical hiccups hold it back, but if you enjoyed Synapse, Reach is worth a try. Not flawless, but memorable.

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Oct 15, 2025

Dreams of Another dares to reimagine what a video game can be. Driven by poetic visions and fragments of dreams, it enchants with its aesthetics and soundtrack but struggles under the weight of its ambition. Repetitive gameplay and fragmented storytelling may alienate those seeking a more cohesive experience. It's a digital art piece for experimental minds—beautiful, yet perhaps too fleeting to leave a lasting mark.

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Oct 13, 2025

Little Nightmares III stays true to the franchise’s legacy, delivering a haunting and melancholic experience through inspired art direction and solid technical execution. While it doesn’t reinvent the formula or focus on co-op, its eerie atmosphere and subtle environmental storytelling make for a short but powerful journey that lingers like the best nightmares.

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75 / 100 - Lost Twins 2
Oct 3, 2025

Lost Twins 2 isn’t for thrill-seekers or fans of intense action. It’s a gentle, contemplative puzzle game with a heartfelt story and thoughtful design. As you play, it quietly stirs emotions and leaves a lasting impression. Simple yet powerful, imperfect but sincere—a small gem to experience with an open heart.

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Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian marks Gust’s partial recovery from the series’ shaky mobile debut. By returning to classic mechanics, the journey of Rias and Slade delivers a solid combat system and well-balanced alchemy crafting. However, the game falters when introducing town and shop management, revealing structural weaknesses. Despite its verbosity, Resleriana fits respectably into the franchise’s legacy—not a standout, but a decent step toward redemption.

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