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Anyone who loves Metroidvanias, especially the classic "Castlevania" games, should definitely check out "Chronicles of the Wolf." The look, gameplay, and soundtrack instantly transport you to a dark, gothic, and monster-infested world in the South of France. Unfortunately, the game's running time is excessively long due to the game's backtracking, and the lack of save options only makes this more obvious.
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The selection of mini-games is significantly larger in "Mario Party" titles, and those looking for something more story-driven will find it in most other Switch games. "Tamagotchi Plaza" is definitely great for a quick mini-game, but don't expect long-term engagement!
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The gameplay is actually quite simple: You transport mail and passengers with their luggage to the desired destination, take good care of them, and collect tokens to obtain new resources.
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Cruising across a beautiful and desolate alien planet on a hoverboard while listening to an atmospheric soundtrack is incredibly fun, feels great, and never gets boring. Unfortunately, the rest of "Star Overdrive" can't quite keep up. Most gameplay elements, like the combat and platforming, aren't bad, but they never come close to blowing you away. Crafting and leveling feel very superficial. If you get involved in the story and the world, you can still have a good time with the title.
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However, we like the story itself even better, especially due to the once again high-quality production and the often philosophical references to the real world. We won't spoil anything for you, of course, but the finale is even more moving than that of the first part and leaves us with a good feeling about this unusual and unusually good action-adventure, which should definitely find its way onto your PS5 if you enjoyed the predecessor even a little bit!
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But if you don't let all of this put you off and struggle through the rather slow first third of the game, you will be rewarded with an exciting and well-told story that will leave no one eye dry.
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In its current state, "FBC: Firebreak" is only recommended as part of Game Pass or PlayStation Plus - and even then, we doubt that the majority of players will be entertained for more than two hours.
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"Battle Train" breathes fresh air into the already rather entrenched – but not unpopular – roguelike genre.
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There's clearly room for improvement in the multiplayer mode. Anyone hoping to tackle the story together with their online friends will be disappointed. However, given the steadily growing number of players, it can't be ruled out that Level-5 will improve this in the future. Nevertheless, anyone who enjoyed the predecessor and generally appreciates RPG life sims will have a lot of fun with this one.
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Mainstream appeal is more than assured, not only thanks to Brad Pitt, but especially thanks to the diverse help functions. Compared to its predecessor, "F1 25" shows slight improvements in almost all areas, thus surpassing it. It's not a giant leap, but certainly a consistent evolution of the "F1" brand and therefore worthy of an editorial recommendation.
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The co-op spin-off isn't perfect, though. There are various issues, from balancing to bugs to other minor inconsistencies. Furthermore, the lack of cross-play support is a real shame. If you can't get enough of "Elden Ring" and want to take on a major challenge with your friends, it's definitely worth giving "Nightreign" a try!
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While it might have been a mediocre title fifteen years ago, today it can't compete with either new games or the classics from its original era. But all in all, we think that's okay. It might be useful for a little nostalgia boost, but anyone looking for a fun or good game should steer clear of "Captain Blood."
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The duck detective's second case is fantastic, and it's simply a joy to be able to enjoy a short, crisp, and entertaining detective adventure with many exciting elements. The fact that we can now play Eugene McQuacklin's investigations entirely in German is the icing on the cake.
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The mission design also scores points for variety, but not with great gameplay diversity, but rather by piling up one absurdity after another. Whether the controls are intentionally poorly designed to produce as much chaos as possible remains to be seen. But it is so bad (in the car!) that it can easily become a fun-killer for some gamers in the long run.
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"Blades of Fire" surprised us in a very positive way. After the dubious prologue, we would have guessed it would be mediocre, but the game quickly picks up pace and improves with almost every hour of play.
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Although the game doesn't stand out graphically, it's also a technical achievement. The in-house engine, which has been refined over several games and is already specialized for driving through various types of terrain, reaches a new peak here. We're also curious to see how "RoadCraft" develops after its release – after all, there will be extensive support, including mods, on PC and console.
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For fans of turn-based tactical games with a dystopian setting, "Chains of Freedom" still offers a worthwhile experience that impresses with its atmosphere, exciting story, and solid gameplay, even if it doesn't set new standards in all areas.
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The Slayer feels like an agile tank: precise and brutal. Every step, every blow feels weighty and satisfying, while the game's varied combat and puzzles continually add new twists and turns. The mix of explosive action and hidden secrets makes for an overall motivating experience.
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