César Salcedo


50 games reviewed
79.9 average score
80 median score
68.0% of games recommended
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9 / 10.0 - Forza Horizon 6
May 14, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 is the quintessential arcade racing game. This is thanks to its accessibility, extensive customization options, and above all, its sheer fun. The recreation of Japan stands out for its visual fidelity in some of the environments and the variety of surfaces it offers for different driving disciplines. The inclusion of community creation tools and the integration of online modes—in addition to all the single-player content—extend the game's lifespan, not to mention all the time that can be spent creating tracks and customizing cars.

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8 / 10.0 - Dead as Disco
May 8, 2026

Dead as Disco is a rhythm-based action game with fluid combat that, supported by a stylized visual identity and the ability to import custom music, manages to connect with all kinds of players. However, like any title in early access, it still needs to polish some aspects, such as the repetitiveness of its missions and the lack of deep progression, to deliver a truly satisfying experience. Although the story and level design require further refinement during early access, the game in its current state is a solid recommendation for rhythm game enthusiasts who prioritize polished gameplay within an ecosystem that is still under construction and expansion.

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May 2, 2026

The 2026 version of World Heroes Perfect, developed by Code Mystics, rescues this title from oblivion, solidifying it as a valuable piece of the legacy of the once-great Osaka-based developer. This re-release, like its predecessors, delivers a modern and functional package. The inclusion of rollback netcode, nine-player lobbies, and a training mode with quality-of-life improvements make this gem from the past shine in the current landscape. While it retains the brutality of an AI that punishes without mercy—even after discovering its patterns—and all the clichés of 1995, these rough edges are part of its charm. Now we can only imagine which game SNK and Code Mystics will bring back next in the NEO GEO Premium Selection.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Replaced
Apr 29, 2026

Replaced stands out for its immersive pixel art visuals and a story with profound social commentary on capitalism and technological ethics. While Sad Cat Studios' debut game offers fluid combat and a memorable cinematic atmosphere that emotionally connects with the player, the experience is marred by imprecise platforming controls, balance issues in encounters, and an uneven distribution of checkpoints. Nevertheless, its solid artistic and sound design compensates for these minor mechanical flaws, delivering an artistic and thematic proposition that distinguishes itself within the 2.5D action genre.

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Apr 14, 2026

Mouse: P.I. For Hire undoubtedly succeeds in accurately capturing the visual essence of Depression-era cartoons. The game's combat system is functional and agile, offering a fair variety of weapons and tools. However, Fumi Games' title is limited by design choices that restrict level replayability, the fluidity of exploration, and a difficulty level that can become tedious for some players.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Marathon
Apr 5, 2026

Unlike other recently released live-service games, Marathon is a title with a solid foundation, built on a satisfying combat system and a distinctive and striking audiovisual presentation. This creates an immersive atmosphere and a tense gameplay loop that can be addictive for those who overcome its initial hurdles. However, its niche appeal is marred by design choices that hinder the user experience. The excessively steep learning curve, coupled with a confusing user interface that makes inventory management difficult, creates an unnecessary obstacle for players who aren't extremely dedicated or who are new to this type of FPS. The game fulfills its vision of being a high-level challenge, but its lack of accessibility and certain archaic monetization and interface design choices limit its appeal. Fortunately, these issues can be addressed with one or more updates.

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Mar 27, 2026

Capcom continues to show deep respect for the Blue Bomber's legacy, giving fans the chance to play all seven titles in this trilogy with all the exclusive extras from the Japanese versions, including online play and quality-of-life improvements at a very attractive price compared to the current value of DS cartridges as collector's items. While these games reflect the fatigue the series experienced in the early 2000s, they are also remembered for their story and Geo's evolution as a character. So, if you're a Mega Man fan and never got the chance to play the Star Force saga, now's the perfect time to experience the story of Geo and Omega-Xis.

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Every aspect they've showcased throughout the previous four chapters is present in the fifth, with quality-of-life improvements that address some of the shortcomings of earlier installments. However, despite the excellent execution, Broken Things demonstrates that Poppy Playtime needs to step outside its comfort zone and take risks to innovate in order to adapt to an audience that is growing in both size and age.

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Mar 8, 2026

This is a solid ARPG with a simple yet engaging story. Thanks to the chemistry between its protagonists, its revamped combat system, an outstanding soundtrack, new quests, and quality-of-life improvements, this is the definitive version of Ys X. All of this compensates for the shortcomings in environment design and the simplicity of sea navigation. This is a title that prioritizes fluid gameplay and character development over a complex story or visual innovation. Fortunately, it doesn't lose the essence and DNA that sets Falcom games apart from more traditional franchises on the market.

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Feb 25, 2026

After a five-year wait, you can rest easy, because Resident Evil Requiem—especially in terms of gameplay—is everything a fan of the Capcom saga could hope for. It offers equal parts action and horror, cinematic cutscenes with outstanding direction, and—despite a few minor flaws—plenty of surprises. Furthermore, the franchise's DNA remains intact in every corner of the game, and those who enjoy exploring every last file will find a highly polished story in this installment, brimming with clues about what lies ahead. But for now, we can only say that Resident Evil Requiem is undoubtedly one of the must-have games of 2026.

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8 / 10.0 - Nioh 3
Feb 17, 2026

Nioh 3 is undoubtedly an evolution of Koei Tecmo's Soulslike-tinged action RPG formula. This is thanks to the introduction of the Ninja style and the openness of its maps. All of this is achieved while maintaining the technical depth in combat that characterizes Team Ninja. However, the game has its flaws, such as: repetitive content, overuse of recurring enemies, a somewhat uninhabited open world that sometimes feels deserted after clearing out enemies, and inconsistent difficulty spikes. Fortunately, if you enjoy its combat, you'll find the deepest and most fun title in the entire trilogy.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Romeo is a Dead Man
Feb 10, 2026

Romeo is a Dead Man isn't without technical flaws, such as a slow start and visibility issues with the field of view, but these are offset by the originality of its structure and the richness of its side content. As is their custom, Grasshopper Manufacture steers clear of contemporary industry clichés to deliver a product that goes against the grain, offering a wide variety of visual styles and solid combat mechanics—which, while simple, provide a satisfying experience for those seeking something unconventional.

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Feb 9, 2026

Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties together form a great game that tells a well-rounded story, showcasing not only Kiryu's more human side but also Mine's darker side. Thanks to the new content, Mine's character has a deeper development, solidifying her status as one of the best villains in the series. Additionally, it features a wide selection of minigames and new missions and story arcs not present in the original version. However, just as the third installment marked a turning point for the franchise, its reimagining has revealed a possible stagnation or fatigue with the formula.

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Feb 4, 2026

My Hero Academia: All's Justice is undoubtedly the best game adapting Horikoshi's work. Its combat system has evolved significantly compared to previous installments, and while it does have flaws and some missions in the new modes are repetitive, it compensates for these weaknesses with a decent integration of Quirks into its combat system and a well-executed active partner-switching system that allows for creative attack execution. Although it's not a demanding game for fighting game fans, All's Justice is a great entry point for understanding the basics of the genre without the absurd implementation barriers of the genre's flagship titles.

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This is a game that demands a time investment of around 100 hours to fully complete. Its greatest strength lies in its robust combat system and—for those most familiar with the franchise—in its ability to tie up loose ends from story arcs begun two decades ago. However, what is a strength for some players is, for others, a hindrance to the experience due to its complex story, which, while attempting to be more accessible through glossaries and summaries, still presents a considerable barrier to entry due to the density of its backstory. Despite all this, the characters and story are so well-written that it has left us wanting to learn more about the past adventures of this group of protagonists.

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Dec 10, 2025

The Black Ops 7 campaign is undoubtedly a failed experiment. Its cooperative design, which forces players to be constantly online, and mechanics worthy of a looter shooter result in a confusing, poorly balanced experience, stripped of the series' traditional identity. So again, more than an innovation, this new Call of Duty feels like an update.

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Nov 20, 2025

Double Dragon Revive introduces interesting ideas such as unique character moves and combat that attempts to be complex. However, these intentions are undermined by fundamental gameplay flaws. Despite a noteworthy soundtrack, Double Dragon's return feels dull and underdeveloped.

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8.8 / 10.0 - Lumines Arise
Nov 11, 2025

Not only feels as good as Tetris Effect, but the design and graphical direction feels as if it were made exclusively for the game originally. Arise is a musical and sensory journey as a whole, but it also has the magic of classic arcade games.

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Nov 6, 2025

The Outer Worlds 2 stands out for its execution of RPG mechanics, polished level design and skill system. Its story, featuring sharp satire and a wide variety of dialogue options, is enriched by its progression, giving the game replayability. However, this ambition is hampered by unsatisfying combat, tedious open-world exploration, and a main storyline with no memorable antagonists.

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Oct 29, 2025

Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle represents a technical achievement for its time and marks the return of one of SNK's more obscure and lesser-known franchises. Its innovation lies in the tag-team combat system for 2D fighting games, a mechanic that, along with Chain Combos and improved speed, adds personality. However, it features a small roster of characters, lacks the strength of other SNK franchises, and suffers from an excessively high difficulty level. The modern PC port by Code Mystics is outstanding thanks to the inclusion of Rollback Netcode, support for up to four simultaneous players, and a highly customizable practice mode.

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