The new RIDE 5 builds successfully on its 2020 predecessor and offers several major improvements, such as the return of split-screen mode and the implementation of dynamically changing weather. There have also been minor changes to the driving and physics models, and of course to the visuals, which—despite the progress made—unfortunately still fall short in some respects. What also bothers me about RIDE 5 is the odd artificial intelligence and the lack of racing modes, whose frequent repetition can feel a bit repetitive in career mode. Even so, we can recommend RIDE 5 with a clear conscience to all fans of racing simulations. From us at Gaming Professors, the game earns seven out of ten points.
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F1 Manager 2023 is a welcome evolution of the previous installment, retaining the solid gameplay of its predecessor while adding new details and modes that take the overall experience a step further. On the other hand, there aren’t enough changes to make it worth it for owners of last year’s F1 Manager 2022 to invest in the new installment. I recommend they wait for next year’s edition or at least for a discount. However, if you haven’t encountered this series yet, F1 Manager 2023 is the clear choice for you. Just be aware that if you have no experience with the world of F1 or other management sims, you might feel a bit lost at first until you figure everything out. But that makes it all the more fun once you get the hang of the game. As far as we’re concerned, the title, like its predecessor, earns seven and a half points out of ten.
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But if you’d like to enjoy the adventure using the DualSense controller, you can. The PC version supports the official PlayStation controller, including haptic feedback, so Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart doesn’t fall short in this regard either. And that brings us to the end of our review; now nothing stands in the way of evaluating this game and assigning it a final score.
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The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, despite its initial issues, is a fantastic remaster that brings this intriguing 2019 Fallout-style game to PC and next-gen consoles without compromising on quality or polish. It’s just a shame about a few minor issues and, in particular, the baffling pricing strategy Obsidian has adopted for this enhanced version. If you haven’t played The Outer Worlds yet and are planning to, go ahead and invest in the Spacer’s Choice Edition, which includes all content, including the two story expansions. You should definitely invest in this edition even if you own the base game and both story DLCs. For ten euros, this upgrade is definitely worth it. However, if you fall into the third group—meaning you own the base game but none or only one story DLC—you’ll first need to purchase the missing content from the original edition or pay the full price for the Spacer’s Choice Edition. It’s definitely worth purchasing the missing content from the original game and then taking advantage of the ten-euro upgrade option. Personally, however, I recommend waiting for a sale, as the original DLCs can be more than 50% cheaper during sales. It’s a real shame that Obsidian didn’t offer a more affordable bundle for this player base as well. I believe that such a move would have paid off more for them in the long run. Despite all that, the revamped The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition is a great achievement, and on behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I’m giving it a splendid eight out of ten.
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Although TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 has its share of flaws, it isn’t a bad game by any means. If you’re looking for a motorcycle simulator and have grown tired of the MotoGP series, TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 could be an interesting alternative that will captivate you with its handling mechanics and even keep you entertained for a while. I can also recommend this title to owners of the previous installments; after all, three years have passed since the release of the second game, and I understand that many of you have certainly been waiting for a sequel. However, my recommendation only applies if you wait for a significant discount. The full price of 49.99 euros is unfortunately not justified for this new installment, given what it offers. If the developers ever drop the price to 29.99 euros, you can purchase TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 with a clear conscience. At the current price, however, don’t even bother—it’s better to invest your money elsewhere for now. Five and a half out of ten.
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The new F1 23 is a welcome evolution of last year’s edition, featuring an improved driving model, better AI, and a few familiar returning elements. These include the return of red flags and the second installment of the Break Point story mode. Unfortunately, even that isn’t enough of a reason for owners of the previous edition to invest the full price in the new installment. F1 23 is thus better suited for players who own one of the older editions, such as F1 2020 or F1 2021. After all, the implementation of the Formula 3 championship, for example, is still missing, which would have at least slightly turned the tables. Despite all that, I can say that F1 23 is a good game, and on behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I’m giving it eight out of ten points.
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The new Amnesia: The Bunker isn’t a bad game. The semi-open world, the constant race against time, and exploring the different sections of the bunker are genuinely fun and can really get your nerves on edge at times. However, some elements spoil the atmosphere, and unfortunately, the biggest downside of this new installment is the most important part of all: the monster itself, which you’d normally be afraid of. But that doesn’t really happen, and after a while, its presence feels more annoying than terrifying. On behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I give this new installment seven out of ten points.
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MotoGP™23 is undoubtedly a very successful racing game. The development studio Milestone S.r.l. has proven that no one knows the world of MotoGP like they do. Compared to the previous installment, the game offers an improved career mode, along with new features that effectively ensure each season feels distinct from the last. Dynamic weather can influence the course of the race and does a great job. The visual presentation, within which this element is implemented, really elevates the entire atmosphere. Unfortunately, there are also elements here that knock the title back down to earth a bit. This shortcoming is mainly the sometimes extreme wheelies and rear-wheel lift, as well as the AI, which coordinates with the other racers against you.
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All in all, Tchia isn’t a bad game, but it’s primarily intended for players who enjoy exploration and want to relax while playing. New Caledonia certainly has a certain charm, and Tchia’s setting sets it apart from other games with a similar focus. However, even that exotic charm isn’t enough to ensure the game offers long-term entertainment or to mask the boring and repetitive activities—though, on the other hand, there aren’t actually that many of them. Despite all that, Tchia manages to be somewhat engaging in its own way, and we’re giving it six and a half out of ten points.
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City Bus Manager is the first game from Aerosoft in quite some time that has managed to pleasantly surprise me in many ways and put me in a positive frame of mind, making me think that the quality of games from this publisher might not be so bad after all. City Bus Manager is a simple and easy-to-understand management game that doesn’t aim for ultra-realism, but on the other hand offers decent management fun that you’ll appreciate, for example, as a way to relax after a hard day’s work. In addition, the game offers several surprising innovations, such as the implementation of OpenStreetMap, which provides you with a real-world map featuring actual city names and bus stops. We’ll see where the game goes in a few months, but even in early access, City Bus Manager simply managed to captivate me, and if, for example, you’re looking for a logical yet not too challenging game for kids, this title might be just the thing. On behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I’m giving the game eight out of ten points.
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For several months, I’d been looking forward to finally playing—even though I don’t own and have never owned a PlayStation console—one of the greatest gaming gems this console has ever seen. Instead of the excitement I’d sort of expected, I was met with a huge disappointment and a very cold, if not downright icy, shower. The Last of Us Part I is, overall, a disappointment in its PC version, and while the story and gameplay feel solid, all the positive aspects are quickly overshadowed by the terrible technical performance, which means you won’t get to fully enjoy the adventures of Joel Miller and Ellie Williams—at least not in its current state. On behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I’m giving the PC version a mere five out of ten points.
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All in all, WWE 2K23 isn’t a bad game at all, and if you loved the previous installments, you’ll enjoy this year’s edition as well, which offers several improvements and, in particular, a significantly revamped 2K Showcase mode—which may even be the game’s main draw. However, if you’re a newcomer to the series looking to pick up WWE 2K23, be prepared for a steep learning curve, as everything seemed to suggest that the developers primarily focused on enhancing the experience for the older, die-hard generation of wrestling fans. Despite this, I’m giving the game seven out of ten points; fans can feel free to add that extra point.
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Returnal is just as fantastic on PC as it was nearly two years ago on the PlayStation 5. If you’ve been dreaming of astronaut Selene Vassos’s adventure and are planning to pick it up, I can wholeheartedly recommend this game. Both the gameplay and technical aspects are definitely a success, and when you add the great story and production values to the mix, this is one of the best ports ever to arrive on the PC platform. There’s no need to beat around the bush—the PC version of Returnal earns a nine and a half out of ten from us. I really struggled to find any negatives—perhaps just the potential frustration from prolonged failure. That, however, is part and parcel of the rogue-lite genre.
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SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake certainly lives up to its TV counterpart and is a great game for your kids who love Bikini Bottom just as much as I once did. So if you’re a SpongeBob fan or just want to treat your kids to something fun, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake is the perfect choice. The overall experience is marred by just a few minor flaws—for us Czechs, mainly the lack of a Czech localization, which I would have expected for this type of game. Seven and a half out of ten.
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In every respect, Garden Simulator is the kind of game primarily intended for players who already have some connection to the activity in question. In this case, we’re talking about gardening, which is handled quite well in the game, but it won’t appeal to everyone—especially not to those looking for long-term entertainment lasting dozens of hours. If you’re a gardening enthusiast, definitely pick up Garden Simulator and add an extra point to your final score. But if you’re a player who likes to try out simulators just for fun, save your money and invest it in a different, more entertaining simulator instead. Unfortunately, I belong to the second group, and from this perspective, I have to give Garden Simulator only six out of ten points.
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Train Life: A Railway Simulator is an interesting train simulator, though it’s marred by a few shortcomings, such as a dull open world and terrible technical performance. Fortunately, these two issues are somewhat redeemed by the entertaining gameplay, which can truly keep you entertained for hours on end. If you’re a fan of SCS Software games and want to handle a few jobs in a slightly different way, or if you just love trains, I can recommend Train Life: A Railway Simulator despite its flaws. However, if you’re looking for a game where you can admire the scenery while driving, steer clear of this title. On behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I’m giving the game six and a half out of ten.
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Knights of Honor II: Sovereign is a worthy sequel to an 18-year-old game, offering familiar elements and nearly identical gameplay with minimal innovation. Given its focus, it will primarily appeal to those who played the original in 2004. For everyone else, the Crusader Kings series is probably still the best choice, as it is, in my opinion, a bit more accessible even for newcomers. On behalf of Gaming Professors, I give the game seven out of ten points.
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Need for Speed Unbound pleasantly surprised me in many ways, and it’s definitely the first step toward the series eventually returning to the golden age of Underground or Carbon. Aside from a few things, everything in the game really works, and after many years of fruitless efforts, this is definitely a glimmer of hope that the series will return to where it belongs. Believe it or not, but in my opinion, Need for Speed has yet to show its best. On behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I’m giving Unbound seven and a half out of ten.
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WRC Generations is more of an evolution of the previous WRC 10, but in every respect, it represents the best that KT Racing and Nacon have been able to create over the years. If you’re a fan but already own one of the older titles, you should definitely invest the full price in WRC Generations. For owners of WRC 10, I recommend waiting for a small discount, but I can still recommend WRC Generations to them as KT Racing’s new flagship title. On behalf of us at Gaming Professors, I’m giving the game eight and a half out of ten points.
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Construction Simulator managed to surprise me in many ways, even more than I personally expected. After the less-than-stellar previous installment, which was designed for consoles and mobile devices, the series has managed to redeem itself, and without further ado, I can call this new installment the best construction simulator of recent years. It’s just a shame about the technical issues, which we hope the developers will fix over time. From us at Gaming Professors, Construction Simulator gets eight out of ten points.
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