Gustavo Souza


114 games reviewed
75.9 average score
75 median score
49.1% of games recommended
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7 / 10.0 - BioEden
Sep 3, 2026

BioEden delivers a pleasant and accessible management experience centered on ecological restoration. Despite repetitive campaign structures and little guild variation, its relaxing atmosphere, forgiving mechanics, and deliberate pacing make it a great pick for casual players or newcomers to strategy games.

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Aug 25, 2026

Ultimately, Agefield High: Rock the School falls far short of being the spiritual successor that Bully fans have been hoping for. Refugium Games manages to create a charming setting that pays tribute to classic 2000s teen movies, delivering good humor and a wide variety of mission ideas. However, the disastrous execution of its basic mechanics ruins any chance of fun. It is a title that tries to embrace too much, but fails at the fundamentals and ends up failing the course with flying colors.

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8 / 10.0 - Twisted Tower
Aug 18, 2026

Ultimately, Twisted Tower effectively blends a theme park setting with horror, delivering memorable moments thanks to its well-crafted atmosphere, soundtrack, voice acting, and tight arena combat filled with enemies. Despite its great ideas, the game eventually becomes repetitive and inconsistent in its direction, leaning heavily into a full-on action title due to its wide array of combat and exploration elements. Regardless, it remains an extremely fun and immersive experience that will certainly appeal to players missing games in the style of Bioshock.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Montabi
Aug 6, 2026

Even with a more traditional roguelike foundation, Montabi stands out for its creative approach to combat and world-building, adding a strategic layer to monster-battling. While it may not be the most elaborate experience—and can feel a bit repetitive at times—Montabi proves to be a solid alternative for fans of the genre, largely thanks to how well it tailors its difficulty for different types of players.

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Jul 28, 2026

Ultimately, Kusan: City of Wolves takes a well-established concept and adds a very strong layer of identity on top of it. Fast and visceral gameplay is one of the title's highlights, alongside a sound design and aesthetic that impeccably accompany this journey of redemption. Despite occasional visual clutter amid the chaos, the game stands out as one of the most fun and memorable action experiences of the year.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Moonlight Peaks
Jul 6, 2026

Overall, Moonlight Peaks takes a classic, well-established farming sim structure and competently adapts the formula into a magical world inhabited by monsters. While interface issues, a weak soundtrack, and a lack of localization hold it back a bit, they don't take away from a game that has the potential to stand out in a heavily saturated market. Ultimately, it is a highly entertaining casual option full of personality for anyone looking for a breath of fresh air within the genre.

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May 12, 2026

Two Point Museum: Arty-Facts is another excellent addition to Two Point Studios' simulator, bringing a strategic layer that refreshes the gameplay experience beyond just new visual content. The focus on active content creation and the emotional management of specialists makes the museum routine much more dynamic and challenging, rewarding players who seek a more detailed management approach.

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May 7, 2026

Monster Crown: Sin Eater is a natural evolution of the first game, offering a livelier world and a mature theme that truly resonates with the player. The title stands strong on the brilliance of its deep fusion mechanics and a compelling, well-written revenge narrative. However, clunky interface issues, a lack of clear direction, and the absence of a Portuguese translation hold the game back from reaching its full potential.

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May 6, 2026

Demon Lord: Just a Block is a competent roguelike that shines through its inventive combat. The blend of turn-based strategy and real-time parrying creates a deeply satisfying rhythm. Despite occasional balancing issues that can trivialize the challenge and a lack of genre-defining innovation, its visual charm and solid localization make for a pleasant experience. Ultimately, it’s a fun, low-stakes title perfect for casual play.

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Apr 24, 2026

Ariana and the Elder Codex stands out through its art direction and a deep magic system, featuring boss battles that truly test a player's strategy. However, the title requires patience to deal with occasionally stiff movement, an excess of dialogue, and an exploration structure that becomes repetitive. For those seeking an action game with a unique visual style and solid customization mechanics, the overall experience is positive, provided you are willing to endure moments of repetition and monotony.

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Apr 16, 2026

Regions of Ruin: Runegate delivers a solid premise by combining strategic combat with the satisfaction of watching a base grow. The game stands out for the freedom it grants players to explore at their own pace and the depth of its skill tree, which allows for interesting character customization. On the other hand, it requires patience to overcome technical and combat design flaws that often interfere with the experience. Overall, it is a competent RPG that rewards the effort of those who decide to master its mechanics.

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9 / 10.0 - Opus: Prism Peak
Apr 15, 2026

OPUS: Prism Peak is a cozy and addictive adventure that creatively uses photography to tell the story of Eugene and Ren. The implementation of its mechanics to guide players through environments and interpret events is impeccable, further elevated by stunning landscape design. Unfortunately, the lack of Portuguese localization creates a significant barrier for those without a strong command of the language. However, for those who can overcome this, it is a highly recommended and moving narrative experience.

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6.5 / 10.0 - Dosa Divas
Apr 13, 2026

Dosa Divas is a stylish and accessible RPG that shines through its charming narrative and high-quality voice acting. While its culinary theme is creative, the game is held back by repetitive cooking minigames and a lack of enemy variety that makes combat feel predictable over time. It is a solid entry point for genre newcomers, though seasoned players may find its core mechanics a bit undercooked.

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8 / 10.0 - Hozy
Apr 6, 2026

Hozy is a satisfying renovation sim that perfectly captures the cozy aesthetic. While the campaign is brief and the camera can be finicky, the core loop of transforming cluttered spaces is deeply rewarding. It’s an ideal, low-pressure choice for players looking to unwind through creative decoration.

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6 / 10.0 - Last Man Sitting
Apr 3, 2026

Despite lacking innovation, Last Man Sitting offers some enjoyable moments through its frenetic combat, interesting abilities, and engaging soundtrack. However, limited weapon variety and weak level design make the experience grow repetitive over time, leaving it behind other games in the genre.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Nutmeg!
Apr 2, 2026

Despite limitations in its simulation systems, NUTMEG! A Nostalgic Deckbuilding Football Manager remains an enjoyable experience within its straightforward and simplified premise. The contrast between simulated and broadcast matches highlights its strongest ideas, particularly the deckbuilding mechanics, where the game truly excels. Overall, it works better as a casual pastime than a deep simulator, with fast progression, short seasons, and accessible systems that keep the experience light and approachable.

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6.5 / 10.0 - Dice of Kalma
Mar 17, 2026

Despite its limitations, Dice of Kalma remains an interesting experience within its premise. Turning a dice game into a simple roguelike works well for short play sessions. It may not reinvent the genre or offer deep strategy, but it succeeds at delivering quick and accessible matches, making it a worthwhile option for players who enjoy luck-based mechanics and score multipliers.

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Feb 17, 2026

Aerial_Knight’s DropShot succeeds in delivering fast-paced action and intense stages, with ammo management and a strong balance between offense and evasion creating genuinely fun moments. However, limited variety and short stage length make the experience feel repetitive sooner than expected. The ranking system adds replay value, but it may not sustain long-term interest. Still, fans of the developer’s previous work and this style of challenge will likely find a few hours of solid enjoyment here.

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7 / 10.0 - Cozy Caravan
Feb 6, 2026

Cozy Caravan delivers a light and welcoming experience, supported by charming art direction, solid customization options, and a progression system that consistently feels rewarding. While mission repetition, interface issues, and camera limitations hold it back from greater refinement, its cozy atmosphere and relaxing nature make it a good choice for players seeking comfort rather than challenge.

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Master Lemon: The Quest for Iceland is a brief yet emotionally resonant experience that places language at the core of its narrative. Despite some underutilized mechanics, the game distinguishes itself through its strong atmosphere, effective voice acting, and a touching tribute that highlights friendship, memory, and the power of words.

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