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Rise of the Ronin is a great game with rewarding combat and an engaging historical narrative, but it's primarily for action lovers as exploration often leads to battles.

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Dragon's Dogma 2 grabs you by the throat with its sublime open-world, intense combat, and exceptional monster design, making it a strong contender for GOTY 2024.

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Berserk Boy is a nostalgic yet fresh platformer that surprises with its fast-paced action and exploration, setting a high bar for future indie games.

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Unicorn Overlord delivers a captivating blend of strategy and storytelling, with deep tactical gameplay and anime-inspired graphics that genre fans shouldn't miss.

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REVEIL by Pixelsplit is a daring, surreal experience that impresses with its bold twists, but may leave some questioning its replay value once the mystery is unraveled.

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The Outlast Trials is a gripping, intensely horrifying experience best suited for those with strong nerves, offering strategic gameplay and detailed maps that keep the terror fresh, especially in multiplayer.

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WWE 2K24 pleasantly surprised us with its extensive content, improved gameplay, and a wealth of unique wrestlers, making it much more than just a roster update, despite minor issues with AI and camera.

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Penny's Big Breakaway captures the playful energy of early 2000s platformers but struggles with bugs and outdated issues, making it a visually appealing yet flawed experience.

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The Thaumaturge is a compelling game with a captivating atmosphere, intriguing storyline, and engaging dialogue, making it a standout experience despite minor issues.

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Classified France '44 excels with its historical context and dynamic maps, but is marred by frustrating gameplay elements and slow animations, though it remains addictive and engaging.

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"Ultros is an intriguing Metroidvania set in a vibrant, alien world, but its fragmented storytelling makes it hard to get into. The lack of guidance means you have to figure things out on your own, which can be enjoyable to an extent but also frustrating when you get stuck. The combat is entertaining and offers some challenge, especially with its dodge timing, while the seed-planting mechanic adds a puzzle element and depth, rewarding patience as the game becomes clearer and more enjoyable over time."

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"Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons was the start of something special, and that’s how you should view the remake as well. Aside from the improved visuals, the game hasn't been significantly modernized—the controls remain somewhat tricky, and the puzzles are much like what fans of the original will remember. However, the gameplay is smoother, and the environments look much better, making it a nostalgic experience for those who loved the original, bringing back the same feelings from their first playthrough."

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"Welcome to ParadiZe is not a high-quality game, but it's entertaining with its humorous dialogue and story. The gameplay is satisfying, involving various weapons and zombots to fight zombies, though camp-building and protection can be challenging. While the game lacks optimization and has basic visuals, it provides simple, effective fun for those looking to enjoy some straightforward zombie action."

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"Helldivers 2 is an exhilarating co-op third-person shooter that effectively satirizes patriotism while delivering intense action. The game shines with strong gunplay, excellent sound design, and satisfying damage feedback, along with a vast arsenal of weapons and gear reminiscent of an over-the-top American Dream. Despite performance and server issues and some repetitive content, Helldivers 2 has the potential to become a staple in the co-op shooter genre—fighting for freedom and democracy!"

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"Final Fantasy VII Rebirth surpasses Final Fantasy VII Remake with its addition of an open world, allowing players to explore Gaia freely and discover plenty along the way. The game features stunning visuals, a fantastic soundtrack, and enriched storytelling with iconic scenes and new twists, offering both nostalgia and surprises for fans. With enjoyable minigames, enhanced combat through Synergy Abilities, and three new characters with unique styles, even newcomers to Final Fantasy will find this JRPG a great time to jump in. Square Enix has truly outdone itself with this release."

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"Mario vs. Donkey Kong is a remake with a well-deserved graphical update, featuring entertaining puzzles and a fantastic soundtrack. The rivalry between Mario and Donkey Kong is fun to watch in the cutscenes and boss battles, and the co-op mode is a great addition. However, the game is better suited for a younger audience, as it lacks the challenge that seasoned players might expect, making it less ideal for those seeking a more difficult experience."

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"Skull and Bones offers solid naval combat and engaging endgame content with a good grind for upgrades, but it lacks a compelling story and has minimal on-foot segments. While the visuals and sea battles are impressive, issues like glitches and an always-online requirement hold it back from being great. The roadmap for updates provides hope, but the game still struggles with mediocrity."

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"Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story focuses on the Yordles with Lazy Bear Games' charming pixel art and humor. The game’s narrative and island exploration are engaging, though the story is shallow and involves a lot of back-and-forth. Skill management and various activities like festivals and food stands add depth, making the game feel more like a fun adventure than a grind."

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"Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden starts strong but loses its charm after a few hours. The story and characters are well-crafted, and the cinematic cutscenes and atmospheric soundtrack enhance the experience. However, the lack of meaningful choices and repetitive environments, along with unnecessary activities that highlight the combat system, are major drawbacks. Despite these issues and oversharing in trailers, the game remains worth playing for its story and atmosphere, with optional activities that can be largely ignored in favor of focusing on the Haunted Cases."

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"Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior combines action-adventure with puzzle elements, and the mechanic of using Remnants to defeat enemies and bosses shows great potential. Unfortunately, it feels more like a gimmick with underdeveloped execution. The story lacks depth and is quite predictable, and there’s little incentive to explore or replay encounters. Despite a promising start, the game ultimately feels like a missed opportunity."

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