Simone Cantini


360 games reviewed
73.1 average score
75 median score
40.8% of games recommended
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Jun 9, 2020

Shantae and the Seven Sirens brings our half-genie heroine back to her roots with a light, carefree, and fun metroidvania. It's accessible yet challenging, with solid gameplay and a strong technical and artistic direction.

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65 / 100 - Liberated
Jun 8, 2020

Liberated has a promising start but becomes more monotonous as it progresses. Despite its brevity, it is a convincing debut for the young Polish studio.

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May 29, 2020

Golf With Your Friends didn't convince me. While the core idea and some gameplay elements are fun, design choices and execution flaws prevent it from reaching its potential. It's a missed opportunity.

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May 27, 2020

Minecraft Dungeons is a simple and enjoyable ARPG, but it only scratches the surface of the genre. Suitable for younger audiences or newcomers to Diablo-like mechanics, it lacks depth for seasoned players.

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75 / 100 - Fury Unleashed
May 20, 2020

Fury Unleashed's narrative idea is commendable, but its solid gameplay is the real highlight. The action/roguelite experience is fun and straightforward, although not particularly original.

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75 / 100 - Void Bastards
May 14, 2020

Void Bastards offers an interesting and varied FPS roguelite experience with an appealing aesthetic. Minor tweaks could have made it even better, but it's still a commendable debut for Blue Manchu.

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May 13, 2020

Super Mega Baseball 3 improves upon its predecessors with a more complete and accessible experience. The introduction of Franchise mode and cross-play feature enhances the game's appeal.

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70 / 100 - Sakura Wars
May 6, 2020

Sakura Wars is a unique experience that caters to fans of visual novels and dating sims. It's a significant release for SEGA, offering a taste of Japanese gaming culture to the Western audience.

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May 5, 2020

Streets of Rage 4 successfully modernizes the classic beat 'em up genre without radical changes. It faithfully reproduces the old-school gameplay but might have benefited from slight innovations.

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70 / 100 - Daymare: 1998
Apr 28, 2020

Daymare 1998 is a testament to the passion and hard work of Invader Studios. While it doesn't rewrite survival horror history, it pays homage to the genre's classics with a solid and engaging gameplay experience.

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65 / 100 - Resident Evil 3
Apr 6, 2020

Resident Evil 3 is a controversial step back from its predecessor's remake. While some narrative changes are commendable, the overall experience feels rushed and lacks the depth of the original. Resident Evil Resistance does little to justify the high cost.

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75 / 100 - Moons of Madness
Mar 30, 2020

Despite its simplicity, Moons of Madness is an enjoyable and successful experience. The development team has chosen to focus on a few elements, executing them well. The game features coherent exploratory phases and pleasant puzzles, with only a few minor flaws in the action sequences. Fans of Lovecraftian atmospheres should give it a chance.

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90 / 100 - Doom Eternal
Mar 25, 2020

DOOM Eternal is undeniably the shooter of this generation, and one of the pinnacle expressions of the genre. With excellent gameplay and gunplay, it offers an adrenaline-fueled, strategic experience. It's the new benchmark for future FPS games.

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70 / 100 - Paper Beast
Mar 23, 2020

Paper Beast is a unique gaming experience from Eric Chahi, featuring interesting puzzles and a fascinating visual context. However, it has some design issues, such as the lack of free movement. Despite its short length and vague narrative, it's worth trying for sandbox lovers.

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85 / 100 - Nioh 2
Mar 19, 2020

Nioh 2 brings back Team Ninja's conception of soulslikes with a well-constructed game and an impressive combat system. It offers a captivating and brutal experience, especially when played with friends. Although it lacks significant innovations, it's a worthy continuation of the series.

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90 / 100 - Dreams
Feb 20, 2020

Dreams is the ultimate realization of transforming players into 360-degree creators. Media Molecule has created a powerful and versatile tool, adaptable to anyone's abilities and desires. While not a typical game, it's a beautiful and tangible dream for curious and creative individuals.

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Feb 4, 2020

Bookbound Brigade is a highly entertaining game with a humorous narrative and a quirky cast of characters. The unique gameplay mechanics add freshness and unpredictability to the experience, making it a satisfying metroidvania.

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80 / 100 - HARDCORE MECHA
Jan 21, 2020

Playing the definitive version of Hardcore Mecha confirmed the positive impressions I had during TGS 2019. RocketPunch Games has successfully combined an enjoyable style with adrenaline-pumping gameplay and a satisfying overall experience. With a convincing and varied story mode and additional modes like Simulation Mode, fans of action and Japanese robots will find plenty to enjoy.

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60 / 100 - Without Escape
Jan 20, 2020

If Without Escape had been released in the '90s, it would have been well-received. This game captures the classic pixel hunting adventure style, presenting decent puzzles within a somewhat confusing context. Its longevity might be short, but with six different endings and a low price, fans of Myst-like experiences will find it a worthwhile pastime.

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Dec 13, 2019

Critiquing a game is always tough, especially when it's the result of hard work. However, Everreach: Project Eden falls short in all its ambitious goals. It's a bland third-person shooter, lacks depth in its RPG elements, and has poor game design. With numerous issues, it's hard to justify even its low price.

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