Dries Van Gijsel


5 games reviewed
70.4 average score
71 median score
40.0% of games recommended
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8.5 / 10.0 - Grind Survivors
Mar 28, 2026

This game is simply awesome. Of course, there are many roguelike games of this genre on the market, and surely there are other strong titles. But this one absolutely holds its own. The controls, graphics, sound, and gameplay: Everything is really top-notch, ensuring you have the ultimate gaming experience with this game. And you will definitely lose sleep over it before you start playing. So think before you act! For a price of 12.99 euros, this is absolutely highly recommended.

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5.6 / 10.0 - Sands of Aura
Mar 21, 2026

The intention and concept are sound, but as far as execution is concerned (at least on the Switch), it is seriously substandard. The textures, the chaotic UI, and the unengaging storytelling—it’s just too much of a mess. By the time you finally get to explore by boat, you’ve practically lost all your motivation due to all these thorny shortcomings. So, for a price tag of 24.99 euros (or 19.99 with a discount)? I would wait until a successful update arrives, to see if this game is worth it. Because right now, that is certainly not the case.

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8 / 10.0 - Collector's Cove
Mar 11, 2026

Here too, you have to work your way up until you've found all the fabled versions of every crop and animal. This can get a bit tedious after a while, as you spend a lot of time finding all these specifications. That's typical of this genre, of course; you simply have to be patient to watch your business grow. Anyway, the average cozy gamer definitely gets their money's worth. It has a price tag of €19.99, which in this case is certainly justified. Collector's Cove is definitely recommended to add to the list of must-have cozy games.

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6 / 10.0 - Manairons
Feb 18, 2026

After playing for a while, everything quickly feels repetitive. The graphics and backgrounds are still decent enough. But the gameplay could be a bit more engaging. You're constantly jumping around, occasionally tackling a puzzle or a fight, only to do the same thing in the next room. Of course, that's the basis of a 3D platformer, but still... I'm afraid this is a game that, despite its generally positive first impression, needs some work. The glitches, the less-than-captivating puzzles, and the subpar combat system are a serious letdown. Especially for a current price of €24.99, some adjustments should be made before it's worth the price.

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Feb 15, 2026

The town you visit to complete various missions (Mustafu) is fun and offers some variety. However, even there, the missions often become repetitive after a while and aren't always exciting. I felt like I'd seen it all after a few hours. My Hero Academia All's Juctice is a pretty fun game in itself, but it will mainly appeal to die-hard fans.

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