Bartosz Michalik


54 games reviewed
76.2 average score
80 median score
61.1% of games recommended
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Nov 16, 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is a very tough nut to crack. I can't tell if I love or hate this game. On the one hand, I completely regret that I ever launched this game. For practically the entire game was going through my mind to abandon this title and return to the classic installment that was phenomenal like Origins or the much-loved Inquisition. On the other hand, I would love to play this title a second time, making a new character, making different choices, deciding on a different romance, and even more to try to get the best, not the worst, ending.

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Nov 5, 2024

Metaphor: ReFantazio is to the Persona series what Elden Ring was to Dark Souls or Pokémon Legends: Arceus was to the classic installments. The skeleton of the gameplay remains virtually the same, with minor changes and setting in a different world and universe. Despite a few flaws and numerous imperfections, I had a great time with this game. It's a title that I can recommend not only to Persona fans. Nevertheless, I can't help feeling that this production was created mainly to satisfy the hunger of the developer's biggest fans in anticipation of the upcoming release of Persona 6.

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Oct 28, 2024

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is far from being called the best installment in the series, but neither can it be considered the worst or even bad. It's a solid FPS that you can have a great time with, but it's important to remember that it's not a perfect product, and its flaws are noticeable. The story campaign is beautifully crafted, detailed and offers plenty of great fun, while the story leaves much to be desired. The zombie mode is enjoyable, although the game lacks a larger number of maps here. The multiplayer mode, on the other hand, has reawakened in me the desire to play match after match. However, by the same token, we don't have many innovations here, and the maps are a little bit worse from those of previous installments.

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Oct 20, 2024

Just Dance is a game that definitely deserves to be recommended - you can really have a great time with it. However, without introducing more freshness to the formula, or even something groundbreaking, it still remains the same game. I advise you to think about which set of songs suits you best, and possibly purchase it, as the game essentially remains the same.

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Oct 19, 2024

I won't hide the fact that I had a great time with Just Dance VR. If it weren't for the fact that we dance all the songs solo, and we also get a rather poor library of songs, I would say that this is the best way to interact with this series of rhythm and dance games. The set of available songs is a thoughtful mix of the greatest hits, and the gameplay provides incredible pleasure and fun. This is a must-have title for Meta Quest headset owners.

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7 / 10.0 - Tiny Glade
Oct 13, 2024

Tiny Glade can hardly be called a full-fledged game. Rather, it is a tool that allows you to demonstrate your creativity while offering a moment of relaxation. In this role it works really well. The dioramas we create look fantastic, and the final result gives a lot of satisfaction. Unfortunately, there is no denying that the number of available tools is limited, and the variety of content leaves much to be desired. We quickly discover all the possibilities of combining elements, and it only takes half an hour to explore and test everything Tiny Glade has to offer. It's a title you'll definitely relax with, creating something beautiful, but the lack of variety makes it hard to stay with it for more than one, maybe two sessions.

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5 / 10.0 - Selfloss
Sep 26, 2024

Selfloss is not a game worth recommending, at least until some of its elements are thoroughly overhauled. The overly slow pace and uninteresting storyline also contribute to this impression. Yes, the game looks and sounds nice, but it doesn't matter much when the mechanics and the gameplay itself are full of shortcomings and bugs, and what's worse, they don't make it any fun.

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Sep 24, 2024

The Jackbox Naughty Pack is a completely unnecessary package. For the exorbitant price we get only three games, two of which are the same old stuff, and the only novelty is a complete dud. In addition, it is necessary to mention technical problems that can spoil the gameplay. Moreover, although at first some of the slogans and commands make you smile, after a while it turns into a grimace of embarrassment and cringe.

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Sep 19, 2024

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a title that I can in good conscience recommend to anyone who craves intense, violent gameplay. Fans of the universe will certainly be satisfied, and people who, like me, are not familiar with it, will certainly be interested in it. It is absolutely not a perfect game, but it offers a lot of great fun, and its atmosphere is unique.

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9 / 10.0 - Copycat
Sep 17, 2024

Copycat is without a doubt one of the biggest surprises of the year. The game, which appeared out of nowhere, stole my heart and reminded me about the important values in life that we should always keep in mind.

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10 / 10.0 - Astro Bot
Sep 16, 2024

Astro Bot is the clear winner of my game of the year title. This game puts fun above all else and does it perfectly. It is a technological marvel that has been thought out and executed with the utmost precision and great passion. It never gets boring and its only drawback is that it leaves you with an appetite for more. The countless references and easter eggs bring a smile that does not disappear for a moment. This is a title that rejoices the heart and improves the mood even after the hardest day.

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3.5 / 10.0 - Squirrel with a Gun
Aug 31, 2024

Squirrel with a Gun is a game that I cannot recommend to anyone who values their time and nerves. It is an unfinished production, with many technical problems, which is simply not enjoyable to play. Despite attempts at humor, the game does not evoke laughter, but rather a feeling of embarrassment and cringe. It's been a long time since I've encountered a game that simultaneously induced in me as much frustration and annoyance as incredible, dreamy boredom.

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8 / 10.0 - World of Goo 2
Aug 25, 2024

World of Goo 2 is a fine production that provides plenty of good, at times challenging fun. Of course, the game is not without flaws. It can be criticized of a chaotic and inconsistent storyline, occasional problems with accurately clicking on individual goo blobs, and the feeling that we are dealing more with an extended version of the original game than with a full-fledged sequel. Nevertheless, the game shows high quality, and the puzzles are interesting, requiring both thought and dexterity. This is enough to turn a blind eye to some imperfections and enjoy excellent gameplay.

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7 / 10.0 - The Crush House
Aug 16, 2024

The Crush House is a game that initially intrigues, fascinates and promises great fun. Unfortunately, as time passes, its shortcomings are revealed, which prevent you from fully enjoying the gameplay. Although it is still a solid title, one can see that it could have been much better. Already after 2-3 hours of play, fatigue and weariness with the material starts to set in. There are definitely some improvements and better balance missing, which could have made the game more satisfying.

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7.5 / 10.0 - REVEIL
Jul 25, 2024

REVEIL is a title worth giving a chance and not giving up after the first hour full of cheap horror shtick. Persistent players will not regret it, discovering a really interesting story in a beautiful visual setting.

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8 / 10.0 - Été
Jul 22, 2024

Été is an extremely relaxing game, at which I spent several truly enjoyable hours. Although the storyline seems to have been added by force and the optimization leaves much to be desired, the slow and relaxing gameplay means that these shortcomings don't bother you at all. Painting the world brings considerable satisfaction, and the image editor in the right hands can produce beautiful results.

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Is Beyond Good & Evil: 20th Anniversary Edition worth playing? Definitely yes. I spent about 10 hours with this production and had a great time - the time passed completely unnoticed. The game offers an excellent storyline, an interesting world and interesting mechanical solutions. Although most of the battles are relatively simple, the camera can sometimes go crazy and obscure the screen, and the game suffers from a few minor flaws, this does not significantly affect the overall impression.

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Jul 4, 2024

Although there are many things to complain about in Drug Dealer Simulator 2, it is not that bad a production. You can have a lot of fun with it, and thus spend many enjoyable hours. It is also a full-fledged sequel that surpasses its predecessor. Fans of the first part should find themselves quite well in the new installment.

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7 / 10.0 - Blockbuster Inc.
Jun 11, 2024

Blockbuster Inc. is a tough nut to crack. It's a game that allows us to create our “dream” movies and is extremely engaging. Unfortunately, it's also a title full of ill-considered decisions and chaotic gameplay. To make things worse, the repetitive nature of the game elements makes us start to feel weary after just a few hours.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Tunic
May 29, 2024

Tunic is a game that impresses with its style, atmosphere and intelligent approach to mechanics. The way the storyline and basic mechanics are presented is one of a kind. Discovering the story on its own draws you in. Although it is a challenging game, the satisfaction of discovering its secrets and overcoming difficulties is immense. Tunic is a real gem in the world of indie games.

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