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Elden Ring Nighreign utilizes the popular IP to deliver an experimental game that, at first glance, appears to be a bizarre mash-up of genres. The reality is that this mix of souls-like, rogue-lite, battle royale, and "hero shooters" works surprisingly well. The main flaw, however, is the amount of content. There's very little that's completely new, making the game feel more like a recycled or perhaps even fan-made modification. Moreover, it lacks deeper systems to engage beyond a maximum of a dozen hours for die-hard fans. For everyone else, though, it probably won't be a compelling reason to return to the world of Elden Ring, and it won't convince them otherwise.

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The First Berserker: Khazan may not look like a classic Souls-like at first glance, but the combat puts it boldly up there with the best. It's a brutal, fast-paced, and addictive brawler that rewards patience and precision. The story doesn't impress and the side content feels repetitive, but the essentials - the combat system and boss fights - work a treat. If you enjoy a challenge, like to learn from mistakes, and don't mind Korean style, you shouldn't miss this one. Khazan isn't a revolution, but it's a damn fun evolution.

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Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is not a story-driven adventure game, but rather a visual novel that guides the player through several essential and complex themes very well. Its greatest strength remains its four main characters, with whom you will form a relationship through dialogue choices and, sometimes unknowingly, easily influence the plot. The title, however, not only fails to elevate the title's gameplay, which is even less present in the second chapter than in the first, but also fails to create any satisfying conclusion to the plot, which is, moreover, quite unnecessarily riddled with supernatural elements. While you won't regret playing it, you probably won't celebrate it.

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Brushes with Death is a several-hour-long quest line with a strange but equally interesting master Voyta in the lead role. Story-wise, the DLC manages to keep your attention throughout its gameplay and raises several questions with interesting resolutions, just as it offers similarly interesting situations. But beyond the story, the first expansion for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 falls on the fact that entertaining content is hard to find here. Most quests are rather generic fetch quests, new gear is scarce, and of the gameplay mechanics, only shield painting is new here. It is nicely done, but you'll only see your shield occasionally anyway. Brushes with Death probably won't disappoint Expansion Pass owners, but the following two expansions must make up for it, especially in terms of gameplay.

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Blue Prince is a never-ending rabbit hole, where solving one mystery reveals eight more to take care of. Its complexity might be weighed down by requiring a good grasp of English vocabulary or frustrating RNG. Or you might just lose your sanity as you attempt later puzzles.

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Doom: The Dark Ages is an exceptional shooter with near-perfect combat, outstanding visuals, and top-notch level design. While sections featuring the Atlan Mech and Serrat feel basic and the variety of secrets has decreased, these are minor issues. The main downside is its short length and lack of extra content beyond the campaign. Still, it’s a must-play experience that leaves you eager for whatever comes next in the series.

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Good intentions for creating great games may not be enough, and Vivat Slovakia is a shining example of this. The team took on such an ambitious task that it was practically impossible to accomplish. The game's setting is great, but it still needs another year or two of development.

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NHL 25 brings some welcome changes to gameplay, particularly in AI and match realism, but as a whole, it feels more like a cautious step forward than a revolution. While the graphics and gameplay have improved, the game still lags behind the competition. The biggest disappointment remains the stagnation of game modes, especially Be A Pro, which has been crying out for a significant overhaul for years. Overall, NHL 25 will please fans on the ice, but much remains unfinished off the ice.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the fresh breath of originality and creativity that the video game industry needs. The title excels particularly in its narrative, which takes the stage for a new and complex world set in motion by a stunning audiovisual aspect. The combat system, which, due to the necessity of dodging and covering enemy wounds, will definitely annoy the player more than once, but will entertain him even more. While it's evident that this is an indie title, what one small studio can do is almost admirable. Despite all the criticisms, this was one of the best and most original games I've played.

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Tempest Rising successfully delivers on its promise of a classic RTS revival, blending nostalgia with smart updates and modern design. With great optimization, a catchy soundtrack, and well-crafted factions, it appeals to both Command & Conquer veterans and newcomers. While it could use more content, the game has strong potential for future growth and stands proudly alongside its legendary predecessors.

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The Sims 4 Business & Hobbies feels like another oversized expansion that should've been a smaller pack or an update to Get to Work. It brings nothing innovative and primarily acts as an add-on for the sake of having an add-on. New skills, a Nordic-inspired city, mentorship, tattoo creation, and family recipes are nice touches, but the world is small and largely just set dressing. Some features, like recipes, don’t really fit the expansion’s theme.

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Developers from Compulsion Games managed to create a fantastic fairy tale with a dark twist. Every single chapter is a feast for your eyes and ears. However, the experience is diminished by copy-pasted enemies, unnecessary swear words, and non-existent puzzles.

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At first glance, Atomfall is an excellent title that keeps you engaged with its roughly 10 to 15 hours of gameplay. This is mainly due to the interesting setting and the fact that it lets you explore as you see fit, right from the start. However, it only takes a second glance to realise that underneath the rather interesting premise is hiding some pretty mediocre and shallow gameplay that doesn't even come close to using the unique potential of the title, the story, or perhaps even the expertise of Rebellion.

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It might not be the best entry in the Like a Dragon series, but it’s definitely one of the most addictive. A fresh breeze for the franchise that doesn’t lose any of what makes it special. Newcomers might get lost in the story, but even they will fall for Majima’s charm and eagerly await every chance to set sail. The engaging battles, both at sea and on land, have only a few blemishes—yet this treasure still shines bright.

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Assassin's Creed: Shadows is technically a very well-done installment in the series. The Japanese setting is beautiful, the graphics are breathtaking, and the optimization is very decent. The game's main failings are the need for constant grinding and a relatively uninteresting main story.

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If you want to feel like a football genius on and off the pitch, EA has the game for you this year. It's only dragged down by the menu's hard-to-understand technical imperfections and occasional FPS dips. Otherwise, though, it's the football we've been waiting for.

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Split Fiction is one of the best co-op games in the industry. While its story isn't original, it uses it well and features an outstanding, dynamic duo of protagonists - Mio and Zoe. The gameplay is just as dynamic, blending genres and worlds with inventive cooperative mechanics. After A Way Out and It Takes Two, it's hard to find a better co-op experience, whether you're playing with a veteran or a complete beginner.

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Monster Hunter Wilds is exactly what longtime fans expect: familiar gameplay with faster combat and added tactics, plus improved multiplayer. Newcomers get a better—if mediocre—story that works as a decent tutorial. Unfortunately, poor graphics and weak optimization drag the game down, making it look and run badly. This technical shortcoming seriously hurts its mainstream appeal.

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Two Point Museum is a great building strategy where you will relax rather than deal with billions of charts and micro-management. With the different focuses of the various museums, you won't tire of the game quickly, and each new exhibit will bring excitement. But most importantly, the criticisms we had for previous installments have been fixed. And so the gaming experience is smoother than before!

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Sniper Elite Resistance feels like a slapdash DLC that added seven new maps to the game in the base version. Is that enough? No way. This is an example of how games shouldn't be made. Despite the fact that you'll have a tough time finding new things in the sequel, you have to admit that the gameplay is still fun, and the co-op suits the game. Hopefully, the next installment will be more than just a reskin of what we've already had here.

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