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The main draws—like the housing system, more challenging PvE elements, and other changes look very promising. Let’s hope nothing goes wrong and that future seasons are just as successful as this start.

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The Super Mario Bros. Wonder arrival on Switch 2 took a bit of an unexpected turn, but it was fun nonetheless. Instead of more single-player-oriented stages, it turns the game into a lightweight Mario Party!

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Pokémon Pokopia is a very pleasant mix of many games from the “cozy games” genre. But it doesn’t feel like a rip-off at all. Fun, engaging and relaxing.

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Crimson Desert is an incredible showcase of technological triumph, but also a cautionary tale of how ambition without experience leads to a painful fall. Pearl Abyss bit off more than they could chew. The result teeters on the line between a hollow MMORPG and an amazing world that's a joy to explore but difficult to live in. Every ingenious mechanic is followed by a frustrating and illogical decision that brings the experience crashing down. The result is a massive, entertaining, and technically brilliant title that lacks the legendary soul needed to become a legend that will survive for decades.

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It's no small miracle that Marathon is as good as it is. Players shouldn't expect any revolutionary changes, but if they're happy with a polished extraction shooter with entertaining gunplay, they'll be delighted. The important thing now is how Bungie will maintain the game, but they couldn't have asked for a better starting position. Keep in mind, though, that you'll get more out of it if you play with a group.

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Code Vein 2 tries to differentiate itself from the first installment, but mostly just repeats its formulas. Fans probably won't be offended, but apart from a revamped partner system, it doesn't bring anything significant to the table. On the contrary, co-op multiplayer has disappeared. The main storyline is interesting, but new players may be put off by uninteresting mechanics and a boring open world. Beautiful music, which isn't even very audible, doesn't save the overall impression.

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High On Life 2 is an action shooter that knows exactly when to make a joke. The story may not captivate you with its original plot, but it will entertain you more than once—at least if you have a taste for wacky humor. But while it scores points for its storytelling and dialogue, it fails to deliver entertaining gameplay. The level design proves that the creators have creativity to spare, yet the gameplay is utterly dull, at least in the case of shootouts, which you'll get bored with about a third of the way through the game. And even intergalactic jokes can't save it.

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Resident Evil Requiem is yet another masterpiece and a prime example of Capcom's craftsmanship. At least if you look at it as "just" another Resident Evil. In that case, it’s a title with the ambition to become one of the most beloved entries among fans. This is mainly due to its flawless audiovisuals, presentation, and narrative pacing, which is exceptionally well-balanced by the series' standards. It's a shame the developers didn't have a bit more confidence in the new mechanics they experimented with, particularly in the first half. It could have been a true evolution, but getting another brand-new installment, though in many ways typical, is certainly nothing to complain about. Quite the opposite. A major contender for one of this year's best games is here.

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Mario Tennis Fever is a decent title despite the fact that the story mod was short and simple, but the arcade and multiplayer parts managed to save it. The 80€ price tag is rough, though.

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God of War: Sons of Sparta is actually a nicely made game. Not only visually and in terms of audio. It offers a nice insight into the relationship between the two main protagonists and an interesting environment with pleasant exploration. However, the main narrative feels flat, and so does the combat system, which the developers tried to spice up with various mechanics, but in the end, it all feels like a patch, not a solution. For fans of the series and metroidvania games, it's a nice game - especially from an indie studio - but there's also a lot of untapped potential.

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Reanimal is a fantastic spiritual sequel to the Little Nightmares series. It offers a much darker, harsher experience while still maintaining Tarsier's high quality. In places, the game could use more challenges and more interesting puzzles, but the atmosphere is perfect throughout.

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Cairn can be a calm zen-like experience, yet turn into a frantic struggle to save your skin as you dangle from the side of a cliff. If it weren't for a few technical issues, Cairn would be the perfect game about climbing.

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Nioh 3 is the confident culmination of the entire series and one of the best souls-like titles of recent years. It offers a top-notch combat system, bold innovations, and a strong identity of its own that doesn't try to copy FromSoftware. Although the game is hampered by recycled enemies, weaker side content, and outdated technical aspects, its gameplay, bosses, and atmosphere easily outweigh these shortcomings. For fans of the genre, it's a must-have, and for newcomers, it's a challenge worth taking on.

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In an era of "games for everyone," Pathologic 3 is a great title for a small handful of people. It's a deliberately complex game and extremely confusing at first. It forces players to accept failure as part of learning and progressing forward. However, all the moral issues and hardships will ultimately pay off if you have the patience and determination to persevere until the very end.

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I would love to say that Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow had a tough time and for me to play a devil's advocate. The reality, however, is that the developers' return to the legendary series was, simply put, mediocre. Everything a proper Thief game should offer is basically here. It's just put together in such a way, and offers no added value, that it's hard to see the game as a win. Be it for the fans of the series, stealth titles, and VR players alike. There are much worse ways to spend your money and time. But there are also much better ones.

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Routine is a title that, at first glance, seems to be plagued by a long history of development problems. It's a horror game for one or two evenings, but even with some obvious issues - such as an uninteresting story and narrative, and some shortcomings in level design - it's a game with a unique and absolutely amazing atmosphere. And if that's what you're looking for, you have something to look forward to.

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Rue Valley is a beautifully stylized and deeply emotional story about a man trying to find himself in an endless loop. However, while the story and atmosphere are solid, the game mechanics and time management are not so much. If you are looking for a strong narrative and don't mind minimalist gameplay, Rue Valley will appeal to you. But if you expect choices and real consequences for your actions, you won't find them here.

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is an outstanding continuation of the Prime series, albeit a little too casual for a fourth installment. Nonetheless, its fun gameplay and breathtaking visuals make it a solid sequel.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is like a compilation of the worst ideas that the creators have been hiding in a drawer for years. The story campaign is a hybrid between multiplayer, Zombies and Warzone, and it doesn't tell a story that is even remotely interesting or meaningful. The multiplayer mode slightly improves the omnimovement system and adds wall-jumping, but otherwise it's no different from the last year. The same goes for Zombies mode. This simply cannot be fixed by well-designed shooting mechanics, graphically polished cutscenes, or decent optimization. This is simply sloppy work.

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Kirby Air Riders was a surprising breath of fresh air, and its plethora of game modes can keep you occupied for a long time. Pair that with great music and satisfying steering, and you’ve got yourself an exceptional little racing game.

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