Francesco Destri


251 games reviewed
77.9 average score
80 median score
52.2% of games recommended
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Feb 21, 2025

Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector is a solid sequel, but without the surprise factor of its predecessor, the end result isn't quite as compelling.

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Feb 10, 2025

Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is a 2D metroidvania that does a bit of everything well but struggles to excite.

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8 / 10.0 - Eternal Strands
Feb 4, 2025

Although not without its shortcomings and flaws, Eternal Strands proved to be a long-lived and solid action-adventure, both in exploration and in the combat system.

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Jan 30, 2025

Ryu Hayabusa returns with a good remaster operation, maintaining the intense and brutal combat system of Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2. The difficulty is more accessible and the new graphics made in Unreale Engine 5 are great, but there are still historical issues like the camera and some content missing compared to Sigma 2.

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Jan 27, 2025

Sniper Elite: Resistance disappoints with a derivative, lackluster campaign devoid of innovation, despite the solid sniping gameplay still holding up and the overall longevity. The dated graphics are also a drawback, while the new Propaganda Challenge mode will appeal to more skilled players.

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Jan 6, 2025

Alien: Rogue Incursion delivers a solid VR experience with great atmosphere, but it's held back by repetitive gameplay and some questionable design choices. A good game, but not a memorable one.

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Dec 27, 2024

Skydance's Behemoth impresses with its massive giants and ambitious ideas but struggles to maintain consistent excellence. Repetitive gameplay and graphical compromises hold it back, yet it remains a solid VR experience, especially for those seeking epic battles and a dark atmosphere.

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7.5 / 10.0 - On Your Tail
Dec 24, 2024

Despite some uncertainties in balancing investigation and life-sim elements and the excessive backtracking, On Your Tail offers a captivating setting, a wealth of secondary activities, and uncommon longevity.

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Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered embraces nostalgia with excellent visual enhancements and plenty of extra content. However, its dated gameplay and rough edges make it far more suited to longtime fans than younger players.

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8 / 10.0 - Infinity Nikki
Dec 12, 2024

Infinity Nikki surprises with its vastness and style, offering a relaxing and beautiful open world with plenty to do. The grinding and currency system are the price to pay for a free game of this size, but they do not overshadow a unique free-to-play experience.

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Dec 9, 2024

Out of time? Maybe, but The Thing: Remastered maintains excellent tension at times, and team management, though not always focused, is an added value that should be noticed in a game like this.

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8 / 10.0 - Mouthwashing
Dec 2, 2024

Mouthwashing is a short but intense experience, with original storytelling, a haunting atmosphere, and some gameplay limitations that don't overshadow a title that stands out in the indie scene.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Clock Tower: Rewind
Nov 29, 2024

It has not aged impeccably and does not instill fear and tension as it did 29 years ago. However, in this new, rich edition, Rewind Clock Tower is still an enjoyable survival horror, original in its own way and widely replayable.

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Nov 25, 2024

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a flawed but fascinating game. It is unresolved but full of atmosphere. Although lacking in many aspects, it is rich in survival elements that will delight the most hardcore fans. In short, it is a unique game-for better or worse.

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Nov 13, 2024

LEGO Horizon Adventures entertains thanks to its ironic mix of Horizon lore, LEGO narrative, and visual style. Technical limitations and repetitiveness penalize it, but in co-op, it definitely becomes more enjoyable.

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Nov 11, 2024

Batman: Arkham Shadow is a great VR experience for Batman fans, featuring engaging gameplay and a well-crafted story. Despite bugs and frame-rate drops, it remains a must-have title on Meta Quest 3.

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6 / 10.0 - Metro Awakening
Nov 6, 2024

Had it lasted 4-5 hours and offered more variety in locations and gameplay, Metro Awakening could have been a solid FPS-survival experience in VR. As it stands, though, it risks becoming tedious well before reaching the end.

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Oct 31, 2024

If the game itself has lost some freshness and relevance compared to today's open-worlds, Nixxes and Gueriilla Games' graphic operation fully hits the mark.

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Oct 28, 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is a more than decent return for BioWare's fantasy series, thanks mainly to a compelling storyline and a good combat system. However, the graphic compartment, the lack of RPG depth, and very repetitive gameplay gimmicks contribute to lowering the final rating.

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8 / 10.0 - Shadows of Doubt
Oct 22, 2024

Shadows of Doubt is not an investigative experience I would recommend to everyone. Still, if you love gritty, procedural, and remarkably free games in their approach, you can't miss it.

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