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The Blood of Dawnwalker is a very specific RPG title. A game that was genuinely just a step away from effortlessly ranking among the best projects of this year. With future patches and updates, it might still get there. Until then, however, it remains a game held back from the top by one fundamental flaw: the developers' fear of taking their risky ideas and diving headfirst with them into the unknown. Dawnwalker ultimately teases players with the cool concepts hidden up its sleeve without ever truly playing its hand. This is evident whether you look at the fundamentally great combat system - dragged down by poor enemy and equipment variety - or the time mechanic, which doesn't impact the gameplay nearly as much as it could nor should.

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Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy leans more toward a classic action-adventure game, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but as a result, the title loses some of the originality for which the series has always been so highly praised. The storytelling is good, and Sophia proves herself to be a strong protagonist. The combat system is entertaining, but you’ll quickly grasp its basic mechanics, which don’t change much by the end of the game. In contrast, the puzzles and the stunning locations are the game’s greatest features. It’s just a shame that this audiovisual delight is somewhat marred by subpar optimization on the PlayStation 5 Pro. If you’re a fan of the series, don’t miss this game. But be prepared for the fact that, compared to the rest of the series, the game has become a bit run-of-the-mill.

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If you want to have a good laugh at the dialogue and play the part of a hopeless repairman, this game is perfect for you. But you'll need to keep in mind the game’s low-budget production, which may get on your nerves over time.

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The Sinking City 2 is an intriguing survival horror game with a bit of detective flavor that captivates with its atmosphere, story, and technical execution. If you’re expecting a detective adventure like the first game, you'll be disappointed. But if you're looking for a dark, linear horror game with a Lovecraftian vibe, you’ll get a solid experience.

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Beast of Reincarnation boasts enormous potential, a wonderful atmosphere and a breathtaking soundtrack. The developers at Game Freak have delivered a satisfying combat system and a brilliant canine companion; unfortunately, however, the result is brought to its knees by the relentless recycling of bosses, a hollow world and a disjointed narrative pace. All in all, it’s a slightly above-average yet enjoyable twenty-hour light-hearted game that will still find its audience.

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Simply put, Mafia: The Old Country - Man of Honor is a solid expansion that doesn't do anything truly groundbreaking. The two hours of story missions are entertaining, and Salieri is a great character, while Free Ride has expanded with some pretty neat challenges and extra options. If you enjoyed the original game, there is little reason not to recommend this new DLC. That is despite the fact that it ultimately could have addressed a few lingering flaws, which didn't quite happen. Even so, it is a pleasant return to Sicily.

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Big Walk is definitely not a game for everyone. And unless you have a good friend or a tight-knit group of people who love puzzles and a bit of strategy, you’ll likely find more frustration than fun in this new project from the creators of Untitled Goose Game. But if you enjoy puzzle games, this is definitely something you’ll thoroughly enjoy, despite its certain shortcomings.

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Halo: Campaign Evolved is a ton of fun, but that’s mainly thanks to its excellent foundation, not the new features. While the stunning visuals do hide a few gameplay changes, those changes often weren’t even necessary. Halo Studios is afraid to make significant changes to the original, even where they might be needed. The result is a safe—and therefore unremarkable—remake of the legendary original.

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Fogpiercer is a fun little game from the Slovak studio Mad Cookies Studio that will definitely keep you entertained. The game combines the deck-builder genre with roguelike and turn-based strategy elements, which makes the core gameplay loop so entertaining. The element of chance—drawn from the deck you build during each run—is fun, and the variety in the number of train cars and encounters is equally enjoyable. But even though you can travel through the fog over and over again, it’s a shame that the developers didn’t put more effort into creating a larger amount of content that would compel Fogpiercers to embark on another victorious run even after completing the main campaign.

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Scarlet Deer Inn is a short, bite-sized game that, while it doesn’t offer the most sophisticated gameplay mechanics, will keep you hooked thanks to its breathtaking audiovisual style and wonderful characters. The contrast between the colorful fairy-tale atmosphere, the humor, the terrifying reality of disappearing children, and the brutal folklore works brilliantly.

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Fans of survival and RPG games will definitely appreciate the new update, which will keep them entertained for dozens of hours. Unfortunately, they’ll still have to reset the worlds, and the Pals artificial intelligence needs more refinement.

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Splatoon Raiders has achieved a very successful conversion of the Splatoon series to single-player. Fun raids, swift weapons, and extensive crafting options!

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Denshattack! is so much more than a single joke about a train drifting on two tracks. It keeps coming up with interesting and creative levels, while also being inspired by so many actual landmarks; it can serve as a guide across the land of the rising sun.

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Last Variable is a great expansion of the original game. While it doesn’t offer as much replay value due to the smaller number of Jans and its straightforward story, it still builds brilliantly on the original game’s strongest points. This is especially thanks to the terraforming and pipeline-building features.

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DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations is, without a doubt, a fantastic addition to one of the best shooters of recent years. The story moves forward, but the gameplay has also evolved significantly, swapping the stationary shield for a much more mobile spear. It's a blast for fans of both the original game and the previous installment, Eternal.

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For Ubisoft, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is a fairly safe remake in every respect - one that's sure to delight fans of the original and offers newcomers a great chance to play one of the best and most popular entries in the series. Still, upon closer inspection, there are plenty of areas for improvement and a few baffling decisions that drag the remake down. Not all the way to the bottom, but enough that we don't feel entirely satisfied with every aspect of it.

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An excellent title for both newcomers and longtime fans, delivering virtually the same experience in a new, more beautiful, and more polished package. This is how remakes should be made! It's no surprise that the community is already asking for a remake of the second game. While it's a significantly better title than the original in terms of both storytelling and technical execution, there's still plenty of room for improvement. And Alkimia Interactive have proven that they can absolutely pull it off.

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The Occultist is a highly atmospheric horror game that lasts around 4 to 5 hours, standing out thanks to its fairly original mechanics, strong audiovisual presentation, and creative puzzle design. At its best, the game is genuinely immersive, delivering intense and uncomfortably tense moments that work very well. On the other hand, it suffers from a slower pace, some repetitive elements, and uneven puzzle difficulty, which may discourage certain players.

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Poslední Exekuce is a blast of '90s humor aimed at a modern audience. If you're into completely uncompromising and brutal humor, you'll enjoy the game. However, if you believe that humor should have certain limits, you'll probably uninstall the game before the intro even ends.

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Star Fox brings the original story of this series back, as did Star Fox 64. It’s prettier and more polished, but if you’re not a multiplayer fan, there’s not much left to be desired over the classic.

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