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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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The return to Nosgoth comes with a robust remaster featuring revamped graphics and artwork, new quality-of-life options, but the same classic gameplay. It delivers a unique experience that still impresses today with its narrative and characters.
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Inspired by stop-motion animation, The Spirit of the Samurai leans too heavily on its inspirations, failing to stand out with anything particularly unique, aside from its issues and poorly tuned mechanics.
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The universe refuses to let Epicenter Studios' game fade into obscurity, and after several conversions, it’s time for the firefighting action to debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series with a version that does little to change opinions.
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A remaster that borders on being a remake and a game that has changed very little mark the return of Dead Rising to the spotlight.
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Red Candle Games makes a comeback with an unusual entry in its repertoire, stepping away from the horror genre in favor of a metroidvania enriched with a world steeped in mythology and mechanically complex enough to satisfy those seeking a true challenge.
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Farmagia offers a mix of monster creation, farming, and action RPG elements that doesn’t always work in perfect harmony but is sure to find its audience.
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Irem Collection Vol. 2 is a slightly unbalanced collection that’s perfect for fans and nostalgists yearning for the golden days of arcades. Did I say nostalgists? What I meant was "masochists."
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The former PC exclusive arrives on consoles a little too late, where its experience no longer feels as fresh and surprising as it did in 2018. However, there’s still plenty here to satisfy fans of Soulsborne games and action RPGs.
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Albatroz delivers an emotional journey, but only for the most patient players.
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With its lavish art direction, Nomada Studio proves that Gris was not a mere fluke but rather a first step toward greatness. Neva reinforces this, standing as an evolution for the Spanish developer.
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