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The simulator part of the game is very much on point, the subject couldn't hold my attention. Throwing in the many bugs the Nintendo Switch suffered from I had little to no enjoyment out of this game.
When I first got my hands on the Nintendo Switch version of one of the best racing simulators of the year, I really got excited. Too bad this quickly turned to frustration and disappointment. This version doesn't offer the same level of quality at all and suffers from missing modes and terrible technical performance in handheld mode. Yes, there's plenty of content to keep you entertained but it's not the best racing simulator on the system. Perhaps it's worth picking up when it's down to a lower price but at this point, it's not really worth your time or money.
Shadow Labyrinth isn’t just a good Pac-Man game, it’s one of the most inventive revivals in Bandai Namco’s portfolio. It reimagines a classic without disrespecting it, fusing narrative ambition with tight, thoughtful gameplay. The story may surprise longtime fans, but it never feels forced. It’s a game that asks, what if Pac-Man had something to say, and then gives you the tools to listen and play. However, it feels like it could have been... more? Especially in a genre that's already oversaturated with top-tier indie games.
Rematch has potential, and that might be the most accurate word to describe it. The core concept is solid, the gameplay is responsive, and there's a clear effort to foster competitive play. But as of now, it's a bit too shallow for dedicated players and a bit too chaotic for casual ones. If Sloclap can cultivate a stronger community, add more ranked options, and offer varied content, this could become something special. Until then, it's a flashy first half with a lot of work left to do in the second.
If you’re new to the game, this is absolutely the one to get. But if you’ve been here before? It depends on how much that smoother performance means to you and whether you’ve got a co-op partner who’s just as ready to throw blocks with you for hours.
In conclusion, I did have a lot of fun playing Star Ocean First Departure R, had some frustrating times and some really fun ones. This is what represents the RPG genre for me, the good and the bad. Star Ocean First Departure R brings a classic back to the current-gen.
Bee Simulator is a very valuable and important game for the younger audience as it offers a crucial lesson in life. Learning more about the life of the honeybee offers a fun interactive learning experience and thanks to the variation in gameplay, it's fun to play until the end. It's a bit of a shame the game suffers from technical issues because those are really holding it back from being incredible.
This is the best game of the Pirate Warriors series even though I had my issues with some new aspects.
In conclusion, Breathing Fear is an oddball game. Not fun but very interesting is the way I would describe the game. In my humble opinion this game is perfectly priced at 5 bucks and if you want one big puzzle disguised as a 8bit action game, this is the one for you!
Darksiders Genesis is a decent follow-up within the Darksiders franchise. It’s really great to see that the developers wanted to try something entirely different in the franchise and I can vouch for it; it’s a fun game to play especially in co-op. The game runs fluently and tries to maintain its link with previous titles by using some of the same mechanics which isn’t always a bad thing. The top-down experience was a blast and I definitely hope they’ll continue with these experimental versions of a great franchise.
Yaga offers a fun game filled with adventures and a great story. The battles can become a little too repetitive but in the end, it's a very enjoyable game.
It's a huge step forward for the Pokemon franchise and demonstrates GameFreak's will to change the classic formula. But, in the end, it's not as flawless as we might have hoped.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 is a great remake of two great classics. Iron Galaxy Studios managed once again to keep the core of the original gameplay and flesh out the levels even more. The only negative side of this streamlining process is the rework of the Pro Skater 4 campaign, which lost missions in its change from open world to two-minute runs.
If you long to wander a digital shrine, swing your spirit sword at the dark, and rebuild a tired world stone by stone; this pilgrimage awaits. Step forward. Let the spirit guide you.
It’s not the ultimate Mario Kart package some might have hoped for, and at this price, it could’ve offered just a little more structure. But what’s here feels fresh, considered, and ambitious. It clearly is the start of a new generation
In conclusion, Narcos: Rise of the Cartels may be the best TV/movie turned game I played in a very long time. I consider it to be detailed and highly intricate in its design. Keep your head cool or your team will take some hits though...
RoboCop: Rogue City – Unfinished Business doesn’t try to rewrite the rulebook. Instead, it refines everything that worked in the original and trims what didn’t. With tighter pacing, improved combat variety, a punchy narrative that honours its source material, and smart level design within a confined setting, this is a proper follow-up and a great jumping-on point for newcomers. It might be called Unfinished Business, but for Teyon, this feels like a job well done.
If this is your first time playing Split Fiction, this is a great entry point. Everything that made the original work is intact, and the portability adds a lot if you’re planning on co-op sessions in short bursts. If you already played the game elsewhere, though, this version doesn’t bring new content or technical upgrades. It’s the same game, rebuilt to run smoothly on a smaller screen. That might be enough for a second run with someone new, but it won’t feel fresh if you’ve seen it all before.
So, to conclude! Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening is not a casual game; it's a deep, sprawling grand strategy simulator that will appeal to players who love historical complexity, like me! It delivers on its promise of letting you become a Sengoku daimyo. Fans of series like Crusader Kings, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, or Europa Universalis (or even Shin Megami Tensei's Pokémon Conquest, on the simpler end) will find themselves at home.
Proves to be more than just a simple nostalgia trip. This is the RPG you need to play on your Nintendo Switch 2.