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Jim Smale


208 games reviewed
80.7 average score
80 median score
93.8% of games recommended
Nov 15, 2024

Mario And Luigi Brothership is an engaging action platformer with beautiful graphics, strategic combat, and a variety of gameplay elements. While it has some limitations, such as slow pacing and limited accessibility options, the game’s strengths in exploration, character progression, and humor make it a worthwhile addition to any Mario fan’s collection.

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7 / 10.0 - The Beast Inside
Nov 15, 2024

The game is best suited for players who are patient and willing to overlook its flaws to experience its atmospheric horror and engaging story.

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Nov 15, 2024

While it has some limitations, such as the difficulty in disconnecting local players and the lack of practical tutorials, the game's strengths in multiplayer support, profile customization, and energetic gameplay make it a worthwhile addition to any dance game enthusiast's collection.

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The roguelike action gameplay and unique character abilities provide depth, while the fast-paced combat and mini-boss encounters keep players on their toes. However, the game has some drawbacks, including control limitations, repetition, and unclear multiplayer progress. Despite these issues, the game offers a satisfying experience with continuous unlocks and a variety of enemy types, making it a worthwhile addition.

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Oct 30, 2024

The best Call oF duty game in years, The campaign is leaps and bounds above anything they have done before and the new omnimove now gives me all new ways to get angry at the multiplayer!

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7.4 / 10.0 - Voidwrought
Oct 30, 2024

Voidwrought offers a compelling experience for fans of the genre.  And is one of those games where the first hour is rough but it then blossoms into a satisfying worthwhile experience.

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Oct 22, 2024

It’s an enjoyable experience for genre enthusiasts, although there are areas that could be enhanced. It’s safe to say that fans will once again appreciate a game featuring Kong.

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Oct 22, 2024

Metaphor ReFantazio is a visually stunning and deeply engaging action RPG with a rich story, versatile gameplay options, and high presentation values. Its combination of immersive graphics, dynamic combat, and extensive customization makes it a standout title in its genre.

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7.4 / 10.0 - 9 R.I.P.
Oct 15, 2024

The game is best enjoyed in handheld mode with headphones, offering a deeply immersive experience despite its slower pace and minimal interactions.

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Oct 15, 2024

Nikoderiko: The Magical World is a solid game with vibrant graphics, tight controls, and a lot of replay value for those who enjoy collecting items. While it has some drawbacks, such as difficult boss battles and limited accessibility options, it provides a fun and engaging experience, especially for fans of classic action platformers. The game’s levels are well-designed, offering players a sense of freedom and exploration, making it a worthwhile addition to any gamer’s library. Overall the game just struggles to create its own identity.

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Oct 11, 2024

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO is a comprehensive and engaging game that offers a wealth of content and customization options. Its stunning graphics, extensive character roster, and satisfying gameplay mechanics make it a must-play for fans of the series.

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In summary, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is a visually stunning and engaging adventure game with a mix of new and nostalgic elements. While it has some performance issues and can feel repetitive at times, the clever mechanics, atmospheric experience, and satisfying gameplay make it a worthwhile addition to the Zelda series.

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Oct 1, 2024

The Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster provides a rich and engaging experience with its detailed graphics, extensive customization options, and humorous yet intense gameplay. While there are some minor issues, the game’s strengths in storytelling, character interactions, and varied missions make it a worthwhile remaster for fans of the original and newcomers alike.

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7.4 / 10.0 - Ara: History Untold
Oct 1, 2024

Ara: History Untold offers a rich and engaging 4X strategy experience with excellent graphics, comprehensive settings, and a variety of gameplay options. While it has some performance issues and lacks certain features, its addictive nature and depth make it a worthwhile game for strategy enthusiasts. It does however need a few updates to sort out the other playstyles like trading and fighting.

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In summary, the Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is a visually impressive and feature-rich compilation that offers a nostalgic trip down memory lane for fans of classic fighting games.

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Sep 23, 2024

Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown offers a rich and immersive experience with its detailed customization options, dynamic world, and engaging gameplay. However, it also has its share of flaws, such as erratic AI and bugs for map discovery. It stays true to the Test Drive legacy while introducing new features and improvements.

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9 / 10.0 - Frostpunk 2
Sep 18, 2024

The game’s high difficulty and complex management systems provide a rewarding experience for those willing to invest the time to master its intricacies. It is a game that stays with you long after you have stopped playing as you question the actions you did and didn’t make. You will learn a lot about yourself playing this game.

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Sep 12, 2024

The game provides a memorable experience with its stunning locations and engaging character interactions.

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Sep 12, 2024

In summary, Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland is a nostalgic platformer with charming graphics and music, but it suffers from frustrating level design, lack of tutorials, and limited replay value. While it offers some enjoyable moments, the game’s shortcomings may leave players feeling more frustrated than entertained.

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Sep 4, 2024

Every Warhammer game recently has raised the bar of quality and this has exceeded all those before it, Even if you do not like Warhammer 40k, it is a fun solid shooter.

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