João Canelo


205 games reviewed
76.9 average score
80 median score
55.1% of games recommended
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No Recommendation / Blank - Wanderstop
Mar 24, 2025

An analysis shaped by the stress of daily life and personal doubts, in a branching narrative that does not reach the inventiveness of The Stanley Parable and The Beginner’s Guide, but makes up for its shortcomings with sincerity and humanism. Unfortunately, the gameplay does not keep up with the narrative, falling into clichés that undermine the themes when it should be elevating them.

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Recommended - MULLET MADJACK
Mar 24, 2025

There's no time to stop in this roguelike inspired by ultra-violent anime, set in a world of streaming and billionaires, where views are the future, and our lives only matter as long as the audience keeps cheering for us.

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Recommended - Sorry, We're Closed
Mar 10, 2025

Love is a curse in Sorry We’re Closed, an action-adventure game that presents itself as a tribute to horror titles while seeking a new, more narrative-driven and provocative identity.

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Mar 7, 2025

Aspyr concludes its journey into the past with the final three chapters of Lara Croft's classic saga, now featuring a new visual style and improvements aiming to achieve the impossible: making Angel of Darkness a bug-free experience.

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Feb 16, 2025

Adglobe and Live Wire return to the world of metroidvanias with Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist, a sequel that surpasses its predecessor in almost every aspect and stands out as one of the best titles of this early 2025 lineup.

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Essential - Turbo Overkill
Feb 14, 2025

Turbo Overkill is an FPS that blasts through carnage-filled levels at full speed, making it one of the most explosive, fun, and even hypnotic games currently available on consoles.

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Recommended - Ninja Gaiden 2 Black
Jan 31, 2025

Aside from the hefty price, Ryu Hayabusa's return, now in Unreal Engine 5, proves the mastery and solidity of the classic action-adventure game, even after 17 years.

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Jan 21, 2025

In a trip to the past, Falcom reissues the remake of Wanderers from Ys on consoles after its PC release. And what does this new edition bring? The best of the classic gameplay from the Ys series.

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Jan 20, 2025

Omega Force finally returns to its iconic action series with a chapter that aims to reinvent the Musou experience without completely breaking the mold, creating what could be the beginning of a new era for the saga.

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Recommended - Ys X: Nordics
Jan 12, 2025

Despite introducing some strategic changes to the combat system and campaign progression, Ys X: Nordics keeps the soul of the series alive and reaffirms itself as one of the most enjoyable and engaging action RPGs of 2024.

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No Recommendation / Blank - The Thing: Remastered
Dec 25, 2024

Nightdive Studios deserves praise once again for another successful remaster, managing to update a game known for its technical issues. Unfortunately, the remaining mechanical and pacing problems are still very much present.

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The return to Nosgoth comes with a robust remaster featuring revamped graphics and artwork, new quality-of-life options, but the same classic gameplay. It delivers a unique experience that still impresses today with its narrative and characters.

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No Recommendation / Blank - Real Heroes: Firefighter HD
Dec 13, 2024

The universe refuses to let Epicenter Studios' game fade into obscurity, and after several conversions, it’s time for the firefighting action to debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series with a version that does little to change opinions.

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Dec 11, 2024

A remaster that borders on being a remake and a game that has changed very little mark the return of Dead Rising to the spotlight.

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Recommended - Nine Sols
Dec 10, 2024

Red Candle Games makes a comeback with an unusual entry in its repertoire, stepping away from the horror genre in favor of a metroidvania enriched with a world steeped in mythology and mechanically complex enough to satisfy those seeking a true challenge.

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No Recommendation / Blank - Farmagia
Nov 26, 2024

Farmagia offers a mix of monster creation, farming, and action RPG elements that doesn’t always work in perfect harmony but is sure to find its audience.

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No Recommendation / Blank - Irem Collection Volume 2
Nov 25, 2024

Irem Collection Vol. 2 is a slightly unbalanced collection that’s perfect for fans and nostalgists yearning for the golden days of arcades. Did I say nostalgists? What I meant was "masochists."

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No Recommendation / Blank - Elderborn
Nov 24, 2024

The former PC exclusive arrives on consoles a little too late, where its experience no longer feels as fresh and surprising as it did in 2018. However, there’s still plenty here to satisfy fans of Soulsborne games and action RPGs.

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No Recommendation / Blank - Albatroz
Nov 22, 2024

Albatroz delivers an emotional journey, but only for the most patient players.

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Essential - Neva
Nov 21, 2024

With its lavish art direction, Nomada Studio proves that Gris was not a mere fluke but rather a first step toward greatness. Neva reinforces this, standing as an evolution for the Spanish developer.

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