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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake is a stunning, fairy-tale adventure that, thanks to its refreshed visuals, streamlined gameplay and new features, manages to enchant players all over again. Although the simple combat system and low difficulty level are a reminder of the original’s age, exploring Hyrule and discovering new temples still provide plenty of enjoyment. Nintendo has produced an excellent remake that will delight loyal fans of the series and allow a new generation of players to experience one of the industry’s greatest legends.
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Phantom Blade Zero demonstrates just how formidable Asian developers are when it comes to creating compelling action games. Following in the footsteps of Wukong, this is another must-play title - packed with exploration, stunning environments, a deeply intriguing world, and a combat system that will stay with us for a long time to come.
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It’s rare to find a successful blend of gaming and educational value, but Planet Zoo 2 has managed this almost perfectly without significantly compromising on playability, whilst boasting phenomenal graphics. It’s just a shame that the console version’s interface isn’t particularly user-friendly, but the emphasis on the complexity and finer details of looking after our animals is sure to bring a flush of excitement to the cheeks of enthusiasts of zootechnics and landscaping.
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Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun II is exactly the sort of sequel it should be. The combat is better, bloodier and even more satisfying. If you’re into retro shooters, don’t even think twice – just go ahead and buy it.
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Final Fantasy Resonance is a nostalgic, beautifully crafted JRPG which, despite a few shortcomings, reminds us why the classic Final Fantasy games were able to steal players’ hearts.
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Order of the Sinking Star is a very successful puzzle game with superbly designed levels and engaging gameplay. Not everything the creators of Braid got quite right, but it’s definitely worth giving this game a go if you enjoy puzzle games.
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Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is a highly enjoyable party game that truly shines when played with family or friends. Nintendo has put together a diverse range of events, and the excellent precision of the Joy-Con controllers ensures that activities like archery, boxing, bowling - and even a simple game of thumb wrestling - can deliver plenty of excitement.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 marks an excellent return to form for Infinity Ward, which has crafted a gripping story, full of emotion, surprising twists and spectacular missions. The campaign impresses with its variety of gameplay, superb direction and two distinct perspectives on the conflict, although not all storylines have been given sufficient attention. It is one of the biggest positive surprises in the Call of Duty series in recent years, but the biggest let-down is the fact that the entire adventure is over after just 6–7 hours.
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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is a superb return to the legendary series, combining Rose Belmont’s surprisingly compelling, personal story with excellent exploration, demanding platforming challenges and satisfying combat. Evil Empire doesn’t set out to revolutionise the genre, but it makes brilliant use of its tried-and-tested foundations, offering stunning visuals, fantastic enemies and superbly balanced gameplay. This is exactly the kind of Castlevania that fans have been waiting for for years, and proof that Konami couldn’t have chosen a better team to bring the Belmont clan back.
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Valor Mortis captivates with its satisfying combat and an atmosphere you won’t find in other games of this type. The Polish developers have skilfully combined swordplay with firearms, supernatural abilities and character progression, offering fans of souls-like games plenty of possibilities. Uneven game balance and technical glitches can spoil an otherwise enjoyable encounter, but they do not detract from the adventure’s greatest strengths. It’s a strong offering for fans of challenging games and atmospheric horror, though the imperial army could do with a bit more discipline. Either way, I recommend it!
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Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen introduces a new land and addresses the technical shortcomings of the base game. There’s plenty of combat here, along with new and interesting loot to hunt down. The combat system remains unchanged, but the enemies have become stronger. The game no longer bombards you with hordes of cannon fodder, although the frequency of encounters remains high. If you enjoy Dragon’s Dogma II, I’d encourage you to venture into the colder regions of Norgan.
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Silver Pines is a successful blend of survival horror and metroidvania, effectively evoking genre classics with its excellent atmosphere, distinctive town, and limited resources.
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Star Wars: Galactic Racer will capture the hearts of not only franchise fans but also enthusiasts of brutal space racing. You can sense the vibe of Burnout here, along with the spirit of Episode I and the races on Tatooine.
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Gears of War: E-Day marks a brilliant return for one of Xbox’s most iconic franchises, allowing players to experience E-Day and witness the beginning of Marcus and Dom’s story from a completely new perspective. The Coalition isn’t revolutionising the familiar formula, but in a way it’s building on it – improving mobility, shooting and exploration, offering a varied campaign, and in the process showcasing the immense capabilities of Unreal Engine 5. It’s a modern Gears game that never forgets its roots.
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Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is just as good as its predecessor, maybe even better. If you love the JRPG genre, you simply must play it. Period.
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If other publishers looked after their series as well as Bandai Namco looks after Ace Combat, the world would be a better place
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An enjoyable survival horror game, but not a particularly outstanding Silent Hill. I think that’s the best way to sum up this instalment, subtitled ‘Townfall’.
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Control Resonant is a bold sequel in which Remedy has rebuilt the foundations of its predecessor, rather than simply offering more of the same. Brilliant combat, excellent development of Dylan’s abilities, satisfying exploration and a Manhattan brimming with abstract ideas make it hard to tear yourself away from this adventure lasting over 30 hours. Not all plot threads maintain the same pace, and the visuals aren’t as rich in detail as Alan Wake 2, but ultimately the Finnish developers have stepped out of their comfort zone and delivered an even better game.
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Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is one of the best strategy games of recent years, brilliantly building on the series’ tried-and-tested foundations whilst adding some brilliant new ideas. Brilliant tactical battles, four intertwining storylines and a wealth of options for developing your team mean you can easily spend over 100 hours in this world. Not all storylines and activities are of the same high standard, and the sheer number of systems can sometimes feel overwhelming, but for fans of the genre, this is an absolute must-play.
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Marvel’s Wolverine is an intense, brutal and visually stunning adventure that proves Insomniac Games is capable of offering something completely different from the Spider-Man stories. The combat is hugely satisfying, and the story makes good use of Logan and his relationships with other heroes, although the linear structure and the repetitive nature of the fights mean that after around 12 hours, it’s hard to find many reasons to carry on playing. This isn’t a Spider-Man with claws, but a full-fledged Wolverine adventure – gritty, bloody and exactly what this hero needed.
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