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Assassin’s Creed Shadows is an excellent new chapter in Ubisoft’s popular saga, with countless reasons to dive in and fall in love. However, the way Ubisoft delivers its games, and the lack of care in post-launch support, can quickly become a barrier that brings the adventure to an early end.
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South of Midnight is clearly a product of care and dedication, an adventure that bets on its strong visual identity and emotional connection with the player through resonant stories of a protagonist as strong as she is fragile. Its artistic style, inspired by Southern American folklore and stop-motion animation—rare in video games—sets it apart, while its soundtrack, rich in orchestral themes and immersive vocal compositions, adds even more emotional weight to the journey. The simplicity of the gameplay, with functional yet somewhat limited combat, may leave something to be desired, but it never compromises the essence of the experience. In the end, it is a game that does not seek to appeal to the masses but offers a memorable journey filled with striking moments and a unique atmosphere, in a style that deserves further exploration in the industry.
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An analysis shaped by the stress of daily life and personal doubts, in a branching narrative that does not reach the inventiveness of The Stanley Parable and The Beginner’s Guide, but makes up for its shortcomings with sincerity and humanism. Unfortunately, the gameplay does not keep up with the narrative, falling into clichés that undermine the themes when it should be elevating them.
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There's no time to stop in this roguelike inspired by ultra-violent anime, set in a world of streaming and billionaires, where views are the future, and our lives only matter as long as the audience keeps cheering for us.
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After much uncertainty, we're back in Bohemia with the long-awaited sequel to Kingdom Come: Deliverance, a medieval RPG that took us by surprise by dropping any notion of fantasy in favor of a medieval fair simulation.
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Split Fiction is not just an excellent co-op game but a memorable experience that challenges genre conventions and raises the bar for future titles of its kind—and beyond.
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Monster Hunter Wilds represents a modest yet logical evolution of the series, serving as an excellent entry point for new players with its robust, accessible, and relatively short campaign. However, it risks being "enough" for many, becoming a barrier to its true form in the post-game.
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Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii adds to the series' legacy and claims its spot as one of the most entertaining wild fantasies, flaws included.
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Love is a curse in Sorry We’re Closed, an action-adventure game that presents itself as a tribute to horror titles while seeking a new, more narrative-driven and provocative identity.
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Aspyr concludes its journey into the past with the final three chapters of Lara Croft's classic saga, now featuring a new visual style and improvements aiming to achieve the impossible: making Angel of Darkness a bug-free experience.
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Aspyr continues its journey through the old LucasArts catalog, this time with the conversion of Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles, celebrating its 25th anniversary. In a true test of its age, the 2000 game remains dated, with a remaster that offers little beyond having all its content unlocked.
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Lost Records: Rage and Bloom delivers almost everything that Don’t Nod does best. However, its two-part format limits a nostalgic and resonant experience with a slow pace and few answers to its mysteries.
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Adglobe and Live Wire return to the world of metroidvanias with Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist, a sequel that surpasses its predecessor in almost every aspect and stands out as one of the best titles of this early 2025 lineup.
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Turbo Overkill is an FPS that blasts through carnage-filled levels at full speed, making it one of the most explosive, fun, and even hypnotic games currently available on consoles.
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There's a lot to admire in Avowed—its old-school RPG soul, captivating world, and flexible gameplay—but predictable writing and some questionable design choices make this Obsidian experience less engaging than it could be.
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Aside from the hefty price, Ryu Hayabusa's return, now in Unreal Engine 5, proves the mastery and solidity of the classic action-adventure game, even after 17 years.
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In a trip to the past, Falcom reissues the remake of Wanderers from Ys on consoles after its PC release. And what does this new edition bring? The best of the classic gameplay from the Ys series.
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Omega Force finally returns to its iconic action series with a chapter that aims to reinvent the Musou experience without completely breaking the mold, creating what could be the beginning of a new era for the saga.
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Despite introducing some strategic changes to the combat system and campaign progression, Ys X: Nordics keeps the soul of the series alive and reaffirms itself as one of the most enjoyable and engaging action RPGs of 2024.
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Nightdive Studios deserves praise once again for another successful remaster, managing to update a game known for its technical issues. Unfortunately, the remaining mechanical and pacing problems are still very much present.
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