Marc-Antoine Bergeron Cote's Reviews
With EA Sports FC 25, Nintendo Switch owners can look forward to the full range of new features, rather than a simple roster update. These include the addition of Rush mode, the new season system, women's leagues and gameplay improvements. If you don't feel that the console is at the end of its cycle during matches, it's quite a different matter in the menus and cinematics. Slowdowns are frequent, not to mention loading times, which remain a little long. For its part, the decision to separate the Ultimate Team market on the Nintendo console from other platforms considerably increases the frustration of building a team and taking on players. All in all, this is probably the only portable edition of this sports simulation, but if you own an Xbox, PlayStation or PC, it's best to opt for these versions.
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On paper, Funko Fusion had the potential to become a strong and perhaps more mature competitor to the LEGO franchise. However, the lack of diversity, the repetitive objectives, the numerous technical problems and the absence of a local co-op mode all detract from 1010 Games' idea. While the universes offered are original to say the least, they are not sufficiently linked to offer a coherent universe. In its current state, it's very difficult to recommend the game!
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Fans who played the original opus will undoubtedly be happy to play Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. This version offers a number of visual improvements, not least to rejuvenate the original experience. However, this is not enough to attract new players. They'll find themselves in a muddled adventure against an artificial intelligence that's as flawed as ever. The 72-hour concept is also ill-suited to modern times, and despite the presence of an option to advance time, I'm not convinced that a new community will be created. I'd mainly recommend the title to fans of the franchise who loved the original opus.
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11 bit studios has clearly understood what we expect from a sequel. Frostpunk 2 is not just a new opus with improved graphics and additional scenarios. This second opus offers a truly unique experience that satisfies old and new players alike. Whether with the implementation of its political system or its neighborhoods, the game succeeds in renewing the young franchise. Nevertheless, the tutorial still lacks a little clarity, especially for neophytes who will have to spend several minutes reading long texts to understand everything. Fortunately, the game also incorporates countless accessibility options so that everyone can enjoy it. If you're a management game fan, you won't be disappointed with this title!
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Ace Attorney Investigations Collection is as much for fans of the franchise as it is for newcomers who have yet to get their hands on one of the license's titles. While it's much easier to understand the details of the storyline when you've already played the other games in the series, it's not a must. Especially as the gameplay is, in my opinion, more accessible, even if there are several puzzles to solve. The improvements in this port offer a real breath of fresh air to the original production, as well as being available in numerous languages. If the pace is a little more uneven than one of the main titles, it's a lot of fun to learn more about the character of Miles Edgeworth.
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The idea behind the development of Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is far from simple. For years, fans have been hoping for a videogame experience based around this aerial sport. However, the monetization strategy is perhaps not ideal. It might have been interesting to make it free at the outset, with cosmetic microtransactions to make development profitable. It remains to be seen whether its 1-month integration into PS Plus will have been enough to create a sufficiently large player base. The title is undoubtedly a good adaptation of Quidditch, very accessible despite its somewhat chaotic nature. However, don't expect gameplay to be redefined from match to match. I particularly recommend the game to hardcore fans of the license and those who might like to join up with friends to complete online matches.
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The Casting of Frank Stone is based on a franchise with a very large community. Many gamers were looking forward to seeing the Dead by Daylight universe adapted by the Supermassive Games team. While the scenario holds up and pays homage to the license, the overall quality of the game does not. The gameplay is far too cumbersome, and there isn't enough interaction. The quality dubbing is marred by overly rigid animation and face modeling. Not to mention the technical bugs encountered during the course of this review. In its current state, it's hard to recommend the game to anyone. Let's hope, however, that this isn't the last time Behaviour Interactive will be commissioned to adapt its license.
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Pyrene is studio Two Tiny Dice's second project, and it's fair to say that the team seem to have mastered their subject. The gameplay perfectly blends deckbuilding and roguelike to offer an addictive experience without being inaccessible. On the contrary, numerous access and power options offer variety and ensure that all players can enjoy themselves. The game can be criticized for a scenario that sometimes remains a little too on the surface, and for a rather short lifespan (for its main campaign), but it clearly can't be blamed for not offering a breath of fresh air to the genre. If you're looking for a varied and fun experience, this independent production is definitely worth a look.
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Quite simply, Astro Bot is a more complete experience than its predecessor, featuring all the key elements that made the franchise such a success. The developers at Team Asobi have come up with their biggest project to date, leaving us wanting more and more. Even after I'd finished the game 100%, I still wanted to play levels over and over again. Progression is addictive, and the art direction pays homage to the world of video games. Leaving aside the few problems of inaccuracy due to the genre, for me, the title is already a benchmark for 3D platform games!
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F1 Manager 24 is without doubt the most accomplished opus in the franchise. Whether in terms of its artificial intelligence or the addition of team creation, the title surpasses its predecessors. Even if a few elements can still be perfected, Frontier Developments is listening to its community. The developers seem to want to do things in the right order, offering enough novelty without denigrating what has been done well before. Fans are in for an excellent management experience!
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Dungeons of Hinterberg has the merit of offering a rather original adventure that blends several genres while offering surprising artistic direction. The title offers good gameplay variety, with several secrets to attract more experienced players. All in all, it's a pleasure to explore this small Alpine village and its surrounding region. The last few hours of play are rather slow, but fortunately this is not the case for the whole experience. I'd recommend the title to lovers of adventure and action games looking for something that stands out from the crowd.
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SCHiM is certainly not a game like the others. While it offers a rather simple platform experience, its artistic direction sets it apart from the competition. The title remains accessible, with some sequences that require a little more brain-teasing. Jumping from shadow to shadow is utterly enjoyable. The fairly short straight-line adventure (3h) is sufficient, however, as towards the end you feel you have to repeat the same actions over and over again. Nevertheless, in my opinion, it's a must-do experience if you're looking for something refreshing.
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On the whole, Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary offers a similar experience to the original opus. However, this is not a shortcoming - on the contrary. The developers didn't have to alter the original, but they did incorporate a number of interesting new features. Whether it's the integration of automatic saves, the extra mission to bridge the gap to the next game or the revised textures, the title offers a fluid experience. Its price, at the lower end of the market, also allows the community to return or discover this classic. Just don't forget that the gameplay hasn't always aged well, and while the visual appearance has been improved, the same cannot be said for the sensations once the controller is in hand.
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XDefiant offers a nostalgic experience of the good old days of FPS, with fast-paced gameplay and plenty of variety. The faction system is well-integrated, allowing you to control the various objectives. From a visual standpoint, the first-person shooter experience doesn't particularly stand out from the market. In addition, it is essential for Ubisoft to resolve Netcode issues and improve weapon balancing. Otherwise, the title will suffer from the same problems as its competitors. The basis is there, but there's still work to be done!
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F1 24 offers a number of interesting new features, particularly in the career mode, but the driving feel is not quite what you'd expect. While the game remains more accessible to the novice, racing fans may be disappointed by the new dynamic driving system. Not to mention that starting a career in F2 is strictly pointless, as racing in the rain doesn't work, and no matter how well you do, you'll be able to sign up with any team you like. All in all, the game falls short of last year's edition, and I'd recommend waiting a while before paying for it.
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The Planet Crafter was created by the tiny French studio Miju Games. After a long period of early access, there's no denying that the title has greatly improved. What's more, this definitive version will continue to improve with the addition of new content, free of charge. The title offers an original and observable idea, as well as being playable in multiplayer with friends. While it can be criticized for being a little too slow in the middle of the game, it's still a fun experience for fans of the genre.
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Duck Detective: The Secret Salami is a short adventure that immerses the player in an entertaining investigation, full of twists and turns. The full dubbing adds enormously to the fun. While I'd have liked more, I hope the developers will take advantage of this experience to offer a similar, slightly longer game in the near future. I particularly recommend the game to fans of narrative adventure and puzzles who are looking for a small, low-cost experience.
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Despite a long absence from the market, the franchise is back with TopSpin 2K25. The game's immersive gameplay is as good as ever. While remaining accessible, regular players can also increase the difficulty for a real challenge. Unfortunately, the rather limited number of players (only 20, including 2 of the Top 10), the poor face modeling and the mandatory connection can spoil the fun a little. And let's not forget that the career mode lacks the diversity needed for a real sense of progression. Nonetheless, I enjoyed rediscovering the sensations of a tennis simulation. It's really once you've got the controller in your hand that the fun begins.
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MLB The Show 24 offers a slightly more complete experience than recent releases, with the addition of an all-female chapter for its career mode. And the Storylines mode offers even more content than before, mixing the real and virtual worlds. This is clearly the direction in which the SIE San Diego team needs to move in order to maximise the variety of the experience. For its part, the modification of defensive phases is interesting, but remains rather timid. Not to mention that the classic modes offer very little that's new. My main recommendation is for those who may have missed out on last year's edition.
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Taxi Life: A City Driving Simulator is a realistic simulation of the life of a cab driver. You can explore a marvellous model of the city of Barcelona. Unfortunately, the experience is not without its problems. Handling requires a number of adjustments in order to be enjoyable, while the artificial intelligence creates a real sense of frustration. Missions also remain, for the moment, rather repetitive and offer very little variety. Perhaps I'd advise you to wait for future updates before embarking on your new career.
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