Raouf Belhamra's Reviews
"A captivating, meditative adventure" Sword of the Sea succeeds in delivering a spiritual experience similar to Journey, but with a fresh identity focused on new skateboarding mechanics. Despite the vagueness of the narrative and some technical hurdles, the powerful visual design, stunning music, and fluid movement make it an unforgettable experience. It's a meditative and calming experience that leaves a long-lasting emotional impact.
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Killing Floor 3 offers a fun and chaotic shooting experience, with bloody cutscenes and powerful audio that makes every encounter exciting. However, it's marred by a weak story, soulless bosses, and a cumbersome progression that relies on repetition. Its technical issues also diminish the desired immersion. For beginners, it may be a fun, instant-filled co-op game, but for veterans, it feels more like a sideways step than a true evolution of the series.
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"A successful return for the legend" Gears of War: Reloaded proves that some classics never lose their luster. It combines loyalty to the original with technical mastery that elevates the experience to a modern level. Despite the simple story and some minor flaws, the gameplay, iconic weapons, and cinematic atmosphere make it a successful reboot. Whether you're a new player or a longtime fan of the series, Reloaded offers the best opportunity to experience Gears battles with a fresh new spirit.
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Bendy: Lone Wolf doesn't revolutionize the genre, but it does offer a polished take on Boris and the Dark Survival with tangible improvements to its graphics, sound, and gameplay. Despite limited combat and the predictable AI repetition, the dark atmosphere, replayability, and excellent sound design make it a worthwhile survival experience. For fans of the series, it's a rich addition to the world, while newcomers will find themselves in for a dark adventure that leaves a unique visual and audio impact.
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"When darkness turns into a weapon" Midnight Murder Club offers a unique multiplayer shooter experience, combining horror and tactics with a comedic twist that makes every round full of surprises. The game offers innovative ideas, and voice chat makes it ideal for fun sessions with friends. The game has a solid foundation that can develop into one of the most prominent multiplayer shooters of the future.
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"An Emotional Co-op Puzzle Journey" Bokura: Planet offers a unique and emotionally charged co-op puzzle adventure, where trust and communication play essential roles in shaping the experience. Despite its notable technical flaws, its multi-layered narrative, clever design, and powerful emotional impact make it a standout in its genre.
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"A modern tribute to Ninja Gaiden" Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound revitalizes the spirit of the legendary series with a modern take that combines homage to the originals with innovative innovation. With its well-crafted gameplay, stunning graphics, and exceptional music, it stands as one of the best action-platformers of its generation, even with some limitations in its rating system and character development.
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"A remarkable co-op adventure" Bokura offers a unique experience that blends innovative co-op gameplay with a compelling narrative. The two-reality mechanic isn't just an aesthetic element; it's an essential part of the story, pushing players to collaborate and think together. Despite some technical flaws and rushed narrative moments, the creative concept and emotional execution make it a worthy experience, especially for those looking for a dual-play adventure that combines heart and mind.
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"A Return to Family Roots" Mafia: The Old Country delivers an experience faithful to the franchise's roots, with an emotionally charged story, a captivating Sicilian setting, and stellar acting. While some aspects of the gameplay could have been more in-depth, the game manages to deliver a compelling introduction that combines beautiful visuals, distinctive music, and exciting cinematic sequences. It's not a revolution in the formula, but it's an important chapter for fans of the series and an exciting start for newcomers.
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"Beauty in the Darkness" Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced offers one of the most stunning visual and aural experiences in gaming, but it also offers restrictive and repetitive gameplay that may not satisfy those seeking mechanical depth. However, its narrative power and immersive design make it a worthwhile journey for those who appreciate audiovisual art in gaming.
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"Nostalgia Meets Bold Innovation" Donkey Kong Bananza is a bold reimagining of 3D platforming, blending classic nostalgia with technical innovation in a masterful way. Despite some minor hiccups in pacing and performance, the overall experience is immersive and full of wow-worthy moments, making it one of Nintendo's most notable achievements in recent years.
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Death Relives is a bold but flawed attempt to blend Aztec mythology with modern horror mechanics. The environment is engaging, and the sound design delivers genuine scares. However, the inconsistent pacing, repetitive puzzles, limited enemy variety, and mediocre technical execution prevent the game from reaching its full potential. The innovative companion app and cultural elements are commendable, but their poor polishing limits the impact of the experience.
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"A profound and elegant horror experience" Dead Take delivers a psychological horror experience characterized by deep narrative, realistic performances, and a bold combination of cinematic acting and in-game interaction. While some elements lack depth and direction, the sound, visuals, and acting more than make up for it. It's an unusual experience that demonstrates Surgent Studios' maturity as a team striving to deliver impactful storytelling in innovative ways.
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Star Overdrive possesses a unique essence thanks to its hoverboard navigation, and it occasionally succeeds in giving players a sense of excitement and fluidity. However, it suffers from scattered ambitions, technical issues, and a disjointed narrative. What could have been a standout standalone adventure ends up as an average experience with scattered moments of brilliance.
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"Charming, inventive, but unbalanced" Ruffy and the Riverside is moving and full of ingenuity. Its distinctive Switch mechanics add a clever twist to classic platformers, and its vibrant world is a visual delight. However, the game often suffers from limited puzzle depth, a repetitive structure, and disappointing combat. Despite its clear ambition, its execution stumbles in key areas.
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"A Journey into the Depths of Sadness" Luto is not just a horror game; it's a powerful psychological experience that deals with themes of sadness and anxiety in an unconventional artistic and narrative way. It combines a realistic visual style with exquisite audio to create a suffocating and contemplative atmosphere. Despite the simple gameplay, the depth of the symbolic messages and surreal acting make it an unforgettable experience for fans of quiet, experimental psychological horror. However, it's definitely not for everyone, especially those who prefer straightforward suspense or clear narrative.
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"A polished and ambitious Soulslike" Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a solid entry in the Souls-like genre, offering a satisfying mix of challenging combat, deep customization, and striking visual design. The game's unique take on Chinese mythology is distinctive, and the gameplay—from weapon swapping to the inner demon mechanic—is well-executed. While the story relies on familiar tropes, it's supported by excellent world-building and presentation.
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"A Fresh Look at Game Development" Action Game Maker represents a bold step toward simplifying 2D action game development, while maintaining powerful customization and extensibility. Thanks to its visual programming system and integration with Godot, it gives developers—both beginners and professionals—a true opportunity to create unique experiences without coding barriers. Despite some drawbacks, such as poor documentation and limited features, this tool remains one of the best solutions available for those seeking to create their first professional game.
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"A terrifying concept grounded in realism" Ghost Frequency delivers a focused psychological horror experience based on realistic paranormal investigation. Time-limited gameplay and simple visuals enhance the tension. Despite some issues with voice acting and direction, the strong sound design, clever gameplay mechanics, and overall terrifying atmosphere make this a memorable short experience for horror fans.
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"A bold evolution of the Pac-Man legacy" Shadow Labyrinth delivers one of the most exciting and innovative platforming experiences of 2025. Not only does it pay homage to the Pac-Man legacy, it reimagines it as a dark sci-fi epic within a masterful Metroidvania format. Deep combat, clever exploration, and a nostalgic soundtrack combine to create a game that's both emotionally and mechanically challenging.
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