Lucas Barreto's Reviews
In a poker game, The Eternal Die would look insecure with his hand, even holding a Full House. Not strong enough to beat a Royal Flush from Hades, its clear inspiration, but enough to surprise the table that was expecting, at most, a pair.
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Despite a certain monotony of repetition, the overall experience of Survival Kids is an initial experience, even to test the online emphasis of the Switch 2. For its target audience of children, the game serves as a good introduction to management and puzzle games, even if at certain moments its challenges have solutions pointed out by the narrator and by visual clues that make the answers somewhat pleasant. Fans of original games will certainly be displeased if they expect the classic formula, but since the game does not intend to follow this path, it is not worth judging it in light of the past.
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Despite its excellent aesthetics and sense of humor, and its competent level design full of surprises and challenges, which are generally well-designed, Moons of Darsalon's technical limitations limit it. Perhaps, with enough patches, we'll be able to experience the game as it was intended, but for now, bugs get in the way and hinder progress at various points.
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In summary, Pine presents itself as a game that talks about grief but is not intended to be used as therapy or aid. Its existence seems more like an exercise of empathy to the player, putting us in the place of this tragic character and, regardless of our individual decisions, making us absorb his process, which may or may not be replicated, but does not have that goal (of being replicated) in mind. Just go through this short and beautiful experience and enjoy it; hopefully we'll feel enough appreciation to miss it when we hit the credits.
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Frankly, there's nothing particularly new here. The way the individual elements are organized is the thing that builds this interesting work. ARGs in games has been a thing for a while now, so hidden endings can't be called new. Still, Animal Well presents everything with a new look, as it is capable of reorganizing references, creating a world of its own, with solutions that depend on the "collective playing". Therefore, there is no way to classify Animal Well in any way other than as the best experience of its kind in 2024.
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Balatro offers a fair experience within its propposal, inovating taking as basis a simple and intuitive system. Everyone should experience it the same way how a good Solitaire should be experienced: as a logic exercise.
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Overall, Shin chan: Shiro and the Coal Town definitely works better for players that can deal with repetition, and appeals directly to the cozy games public. It's an excellent title in-between big games, but with a last remark: Shin Chan's hammy humor sincerely didn't age well and can be eye-rolling at a few moments.
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A new PopSlinger would usually mean an unforgettable soundtrack and a charming cast of characters. However, PopSlinger Vol 2's technical issues and elements that are narratively questionable turn it into a game that is unfortunately frustrating to play.
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Here's what I have to say about the whole package: Repeating the feats of previous collections, Capcom did an excellent job of preservation, remastering assets originally intended for the tiny DS screen and making them readable on modern platforms, in addition to recreating all the character animations in HD chibi assets, which can be exchanged at any time for the original pixelated assets from the previous ones. It's a detail that greatly enriches the overall experience, and frankly cannot be ignored; a new "Investigations" game with this style would be incredible.
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Rusted Moss is an extremely competent metroidvania, with a gameplay hook that sets it apart from similar games on the market and that certainly leaves an impact on players. There is very little to criticize here: I didn't find any bugs, not everything is perfect, the aiming system could be a little more intuitive and the button mapping could be a little better implemented, but it is an easy recommendation for those looking for a metroidvania to play for a few days.
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Although I miss a greater variety of scenarios and interactions with objects, I believe that the game does not last long enough to cause wear and tear on the player. Overall, it is the perfect game for a rainy weekend after a stressful week.
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To all fans of this series, I wholeheartedly recommend this collection. The level of quality invested here is noticeable, and the rescue of titles now lost due to the death of the Nintendo 3DS eShop must always be acknowledged. Talking specifically about Apollo Justice, the quality of the series remains the same, and it is worth it as a continuation of a trilogy as tender and beloved as the previous one, with simple but moving tributes. Even though the other titles don't reach the level of quality of Shu Takumi, I believe the experience is still worth every second.
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Despite the pleasant aesthetics and interesting proposal, Mineko’s Night Market is not able to stand out. I still believe it to be a pleasant experience for those looking for farm sims with a focus on DIY, but don't expect anything huge, especially in terms of customization. Technical problems significantly affect performance on the Nintendo Switch.
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Honestly, Detective Pikachu Returns is a good game. I wouldn't say it's mediocre, much less bad; it's the work that represents the synthesis of "yeah, cool". I don't believe that an improvement in the technical aspect would make me change my opinion: the same text applied to a game with a AAA budget would have more support from the public, but at the of the day, a text is a text.
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To recomend The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood is as natural as the magic that runs through its structure. In a narrative that is built with the player, structured by an extremely competent text and supported by an impressive aesthetic, the title proves to be an excellent way for us to reflect on ourselves.
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In short, my lack of interest in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is completely related to how I have become disconnected from the series. There has been much speculation about whether or not the title has recaptured the essence of Link's adventures, but I feel that we need to ask ourselves that, not the work itself. Objectively, I know that most people will love it, and others will like it. I reserve myself for the minority who got tired of it along the way, while at the same time I pray for a new youth to discover here the charms that I once lost.
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Verdict: Pikmin 4 is an excellent game. There is no reason (apart from the price, of course) not to fall in love with PNF-404, Oatchi and the adorable Pikmin.
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I sincerely hope I've managed to convince readers to check out the work. Whether you're a fan of Ace Attorney or not, I believe that Takumi's narrative is so engaging and special that it's extremely difficult to displease anyone. The humor is just right, and the suspense completely engages us from the very first moment, creating one of the most intriguing experiences in gaming media. The ending is a final gift to the player: after a long journey, the answers reward our efforts, and the satisfactory conclusion is only possible because of the effort that went into the work as a whole.
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There's no doubt that these games were ported to those who have only recently discovered the series and want to delve deeper into its origins. Of course, they'll always be excellent starting points, but I believe that the purchase will be made by those who already have experience with the series. Of course, if you ignore everything I've mentioned so far and buy the game anyway, I believe that you'll have one of the best experiences in the genre, and there's no doubt that the small community of Pikmin fans will welcome a new member with open arms!
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I believe a chapter has come to an end; perhaps not a personal one, but one of the Fire Emblem franchise itself. As is assumed by all journeys, I believe we have reached the end of one and the beginning of a new one.
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