Petri Kataja


175 games reviewed
71.3 average score
80 median score
9.7% of games recommended
Aug 4, 2021

A flashy, fast‑paced Musou brawler that delivers exactly what the genre promises: thousands of enemies defeated, over‑the‑top action, and a satisfying power fantasy. While the story presentation is uneven, the roster smaller than before, and the lack of English dubbing may frustrate some players, the combat variety, stylish visuals, and strong soundtrack make the experience an enjoyable, if familiar, battlefield romp.

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Jun 28, 2021

A charming and accessible creation tool that teaches game‑making through guided lessons and playful logic blocks, Game Builder Garage succeeds as an approachable introduction to development. Its Nodons, visual scripting, and well‑structured tutorials make experimentation fun, though limitations in asset variety, slow lesson pacing, and the awkward code‑sharing system hold it back from being a fully flexible creation suite. Still, for beginners and young creators, it’s a surprisingly powerful and delightful sandbox.

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Jun 14, 2021

A clever, compact visual novel where you play the murderer rather than the detective, Overboard! turns a classic whodunit upside down. With its tight time loop, witty writing, and multiple routes to escape justice, it’s a charming and stylish experience even though some players may crack the “perfect” solution a bit too quickly. Still, its replayability, atmosphere, and smart design make it a delightful surprise from a small team.

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Apr 30, 2021

A playful, chaotic puzzle‑toy hybrid where you control a mischievous little cloud causing trouble across dozens of short, humorous levels. Its varied objectives, pop‑culture parodies, and unlockable cosmetic silliness keep the experience lively, even if not every idea lands perfectly. Light, goofy, and easy to enjoy, it’s a breezy few hours of creative mayhem.

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Apr 24, 2021

A surreal, dialogue‑driven road trip where you piece together a stranger’s past from the passenger seat, Hitchhiker – A Mystery Game relies heavily on atmosphere and conversation rather than gameplay. Best suited for fans of minimalist narrative games.

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A charming idea and a delightful visual style can’t save Buildings Have Feelings Too! from becoming a frustrating slog. The game imagines a city where buildings walk, talk, and have emotional needs, but the actual gameplay devolves into tedious micromanagement, rigid placement puzzles, and endless juggling of unhappy structures.

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Apr 21, 2021

A colourful, handcrafted adventure offers relaxed platforming, charming visuals, and a steady stream of playful ideas. The low difficulty and gentle pacing may not challenge seasoned players, but the creativity and warmth make the journey consistently delightful.

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El Hijo – A Wild West Tale reimagines the spaghetti western by replacing shootouts with stealth, creativity, and childlike ingenuity. Its charming world, light difficulty, and clever mechanics make it an inviting introduction to stealth games and a surprisingly delightful adventure from start to finish.

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Apr 1, 2021

What begins as a simple exercise in sorting boxes quickly turns into an oddly soothing blend of chaos, logic, and personal organization philosophy. With its charming visuals, clever mechanics, and surprisingly addictive gameplay loop, Wilmot’s Warehouse becomes a uniquely satisfying puzzle experience, especially when shared with a friend.

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This return to Pandora proves just how well Telltale’s signature blend of sharp writing, memorable characters, and reactive storytelling has aged. With its clever humor, engaging choices, and strong performances, the adventure remains one of the studio’s most entertaining and polished narrative experiences.

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Jan 19, 2021

This final chapter of Agent 47’s modern trilogy delivers a polished, endlessly replayable stealth experience built around inventive level design and a wealth of creative assassination opportunities. Despite a few uneven missions and a forgettable overarching plot, the variety, atmosphere, and sheer freedom of its sandboxes make the journey a stylish and satisfying finale of sorts for the world’s most iconic hitman.

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Dec 23, 2020

This compact tropical adventure blends light platforming, gentle puzzles, and a handful of quirky side activities into a breezy, weekend‑length experience. With its charming voxel visuals, smooth performance, and laid‑back structure, it offers a pleasant, low‑pressure escape that’s easy to enjoy and just as easy to finish.

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What first looked like a shallow spin‑off becomes a surprisingly positive surprise thanks to its energetic combat, rich Zelda connections, and impressive roster of playable characters. Even with performance issues and uneven mission design, the game delivers hours of satisfying action.

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Nov 4, 2020

Yakuza: Like a Dragon reinvents the long‑running crime‑drama series with a fresh protagonist, a turn‑based RPG combat system, and a surprisingly heartfelt story. Despite uneven pacing and occasional difficulty spikes, the game’s humor, character chemistry, and sheer variety make it a memorable journey for newcomers and veterans alike.

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Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time brings the classic platforming formula back with confidence, color, and a surprising amount of creativity. Despite some frustrating difficulty spikes and uneven gimmicks, its inventive level design, new playable characters, and sheer variety make it a worthy successor to the original trilogy.

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Sep 14, 2020

Kill It With Fire offers a light, chaotic, and occasionally creepy bug‑hunting romp where spiders lurk in every corner and the player’s arsenal grows increasingly absurd. While the concept is amusing at first, the novelty fades as levels become larger and more repetitive, making the experience fun but fleeting.

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Aug 28, 2020

Windbound has a promising survival‑adventure concept, but its repetitive structure, technical issues, and frustrating sailing mechanics drain the joy out of the experience. Frequent crashes and poor guidance ultimately make the game more exhausting than rewarding. Hopefully some updates fix the biggest issues.

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Aug 25, 2020

Wanking Simulator aims for over‑the‑top comedy through mayhem, destruction, and exaggerated physics, but struggles to maintain momentum beyond its initial gag. It’s a brief curiosity rather than a fully formed game experience.

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This latest Paper Mario entry shines with witty dialogue, creative environments, and consistently delightful visual ideas. While the battle system can feel repetitive and underpowered, the journey itself remains engaging and full of personality.

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Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition brings the Wii classic back with a striking visual overhaul, quality‑of‑life improvements, and a polished new epilogue story. Its vast world, emotional narrative, and refined combat system make it clear why the game is considered a modern JRPG landmark.

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