Francesco Destri


290 games reviewed
77.6 average score
80 median score
50.7% of games recommended
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8.5 / 10.0 - Crimson Desert
Mar 18, 2026

An ambitious adventure set in a visually stunning world that tries to do a bit too much, ultimately feeling underdeveloped in some respects.

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Mar 11, 2026

John Carpenter's Toxic Commando doesn't reinvent much within the cooperative shooter genre, but it's fun to play and the addition of vehicles proves to be a winning feature.

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7 / 10.0 - Reanimal
Mar 5, 2026

Reanimal is a disturbing and visually meticulous déjà-vu, where gameplay lacks courage and co-op isn't fully exploited. Still, better to play it in two than alone.

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7.5 / 10.0 - High on Life 2
Feb 13, 2026

Squanch Games delivers a sequel that, while not perfect and lacking the novelty factor of its predecessor, manages to stand out from the crowd of generic shooters with personality and boldness.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Romeo is a Dead Man
Feb 10, 2026

Romeo is a Dead Man might be Suda51's wildest and most referential work yet, but the barrage of ideas doesn't always hit the mark, and here and there even a hint of boredom creeps in.

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Feb 9, 2026

Yakuza Kiwami 3 improves on the original 2009 version both visually and in terms of gameplay, while also offering an all-new prequel that isn't essential but is still enjoyable for fans of the series.

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8 / 10.0 - 2XKO
Jan 29, 2026

2XKO is a mature fighting game, approachable on the surface yet deep at its core, with solid online infrastructure and a clear competitive focus. It's not perfect, but as Riot Games' debut in the genre, it doesn't disappoint.

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Jan 21, 2026

Quarantine Zone: The Last Check stands out for its concept and emotional impact, making the player feel the weight of deciding others' fate. Weaker in variety, narrative, and technical polish, it lingers more for its discomfort than its game design.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Bye Sweet Carole
Dec 26, 2025

A bold, imperfect dark fairy tale, Bye Sweet Carole impresses with its imagery and stylish visuals, but divides on gameplay and difficulty.

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7 / 10.0 - Sleep Awake
Dec 22, 2025

Sleep Awake is a visionary psychological horror, strong in atmosphere and aesthetics but less impactful in gameplay. A short, flawed yet memorable experience for fans of auteur-driven walking simulators.

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8 / 10.0 - Routine
Dec 15, 2025

Routine is a short but intense horror focused on mood over action. Not for everyone, but truly distinctive.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Where Winds Meet
Nov 28, 2025

An ambitious, imperfect game, offering one of the richest free-to-play worlds for players who enjoy depth and experimentation.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Lumines Arise
Nov 20, 2025

A deep, demanding and hypnotic puzzle game that blends music and gameplay into one seamless flow. Lumines Arise isn't for everyone, but once it grabs you, it becomes impossible to let go.

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6 / 10.0 - Painkiller
Nov 3, 2025

An uninspired return, frantic and fun, but lacking the soul and depth that made the original Painkiller a cult game.

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8.5 / 10.0 - The Outer Worlds 2
Oct 23, 2025

A deeper, more engaging sequel that enhances the original without losing its soul. Not perfect, but essential for every action-RPG fan.

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6.5 / 10.0 - Yooka-Replaylee
Oct 16, 2025

A charming yet flawed comeback, Yooka-Replaylee refines the original without making it truly shine and the 30 fps on Switch 2 are an eyesore.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Battlefield 6
Oct 9, 2025

Battlefield 6 is the comeback that fans of the series were waiting for: a campaign that's little more than adequate, but a thrilling, tactical, and spectacular multiplayer experience, although still needing a few final touches.

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Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is a captivating roguelite thanks to its narrative concept and artistic style, but it struggles in terms of pacing, variety and difficulty balance.

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7 / 10.0 - Ghost of Yotei
Sep 25, 2025

Ghost of Yōtei offers solid gameplay and atmosphere but falls short of expectations, with déjà-vu design and modest production values. A good open world, yet not the standout PS5 exclusive it should be.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Sword of the Sea
Sep 8, 2025

Sword of the Sea's journey is not as unforgettable and moving as that of Journey, but it still leaves a mark.

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