César Salcedo


40 games reviewed
79.6 average score
80 median score
65.0% of games recommended
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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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Oct 27, 2025

This is the most complete and definitive version of the classic, integrating all the features of previous editions, including the cooperative campaign mode and turbo mode. However, this return of Plants vs. Zombies clearly lacks polish. The experience is hampered by some visual and gameplay glitches. Furthermore, the attempt to modernize the title loses its purpose due to the lack of online multiplayer support, which anchors the remaster to the past. Nevertheless, new players will find Transplanted an ideal starting point to experience the 2009 classic. It's a shame that this beloved game is marred by rushed development and questionable use of development tools. It's worth noting that 16 years later, the gameplay and heart of Plants vs. Zombies remains incredibly addictive and entertaining.

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8 / 10.0 - Ninja Gaiden 4
Oct 21, 2025

Ninja Gaiden 4 marks an interesting return to the 3D branch of the franchise, combining Team Ninja's fluid combat with PlatinumGames' mechanics and visual spectacle. The result is a fast-paced, technical, addictive, and highly entertaining action system that rewards player creativity. However, this is significantly hampered by a predictable narrative and repetitive level design with unnecessary backtracking. Despite these details, Ninja Gaiden 4's powerful combat core ensures a highly valuable experience for genre enthusiasts.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Hotel Barcelona
Oct 10, 2025

This is a worthy creation from the minds of Swery and SUDA 51, with a distinct identity thanks to the freedom of the two Japanese developers in charge. All its musical references, classic horror films, and extravagant sense of humor are perfectly woven into its raw, contemporary, and irreverent story. Unfortunately, this ambitious artistic vision is marred by technical execution issues, such as a clear graphical deficit accompanied by performance issues like frame rate drops and its relentless difficulty for the casual player. Despite this, we can safely say that Hotel Barcelona will become a cult game like the classics from SUDA 51 and Swery, and why not, some more obscure titles like Illbleed.

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6.5 / 10.0 - Lost Soul Aside
Sep 29, 2025

Lost Soul Aside is a game that tirelessly tries to captivate the eye, but spectacularity doesn't always triumph over consistency. The combat is remarkable thanks to a system of four interconnected weapons and flashy abilities, but its not enjoyable for long and fails to redeem the severe structural deficiencies, condemning the game to a status that could have been more.

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Sep 28, 2025

It features quality-of-life improvements like a training mode and netcode rollback. However, it needs a little more love for the game's story. Extra content like the gallery is extremely limited and doesn't have a mode to listen to the soundtrack separately. It's worth noting the low price, which makes it an excellent option for one of the best games from the end of SNK's golden age.

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Sep 22, 2025

The improvements to the narrative, which provides a cohesive and well-constructed framework for series crossover, are one of the title's greatest achievements. The inclusion of the Assist Link system and the MXP skill tree add depth without breaking the game and give players an incentive to create devastating attacks. If you're a fan of the genre or want to explore new series, check out SRW Y. This is a game you shouldn't miss.

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Sep 15, 2025

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers stands out for its gameplay, a world rich in history, and a great setting inspired by Chinese culture. While the game may feel like another copy of the genre—due to its lack of drastically innovative nature—it offers an addictive combat experience with a large number of options. This contrasts with its narrative and some unpolished movement mechanics. Despite this, Lenzee's title is an experience worth experiencing, especially since it's part of the Xbox Game Pass catalog.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Madden NFL 26
Aug 31, 2025

It shows a promising improvement in its direction and for the future of the franchise. The gameplay improvements are clear compared to the previous release. The changes to single-player modes and coaching archetypes, fatigue management, and the game-planning system demonstrate that they have taken into account player feedback from Madden NFL 25. However, these advances are overshadowed by a series of technical glitches and a noticeable lack of polish.

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Aug 22, 2025

The original MGS3 still is a masterpiece of design and storytelling. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater adds a few quality of life improvements and polishes the gameplay a bit more while paying close attention to the original, presenting it to a new audience.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Shadow Labyrinth
Aug 14, 2025

An ambitious—even daring—game that dares to reinvent an icon like Pac-Man in the Metroidvania genre. It strikes a remarkable balance by reimagining classic elements within a dark science fiction universe but has some noticeable visual flaws, sprawling and often confusing areas, and a slow pace of progression. Despite this, the title offers great boss battles, an outstanding soundtrack, and solid level design.

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