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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a bold and competent evolution of the franchise, blending classic elements with an open world that, despite its moments of emptiness, rewards the player with intense challenges, rich exploration, and exceptional world-building. The intriguing narrative, breathtaking art direction, and balance between solitude and companionship make this one of Samus Aran's best adventures. Even with minor stumbles—such as inconsistent NPC guidance and repetitive desert sections—Beyond delivers exactly what fans expected: an epic, difficult, rewarding journey full of identity. It's a triumphant return of the galaxy's most famous bounty hunter, with everything that makes Metroid… Metroid.

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Neon Inferno delivers an experience worthy of classic shooters, but ultimately falters in crucial aspects such as campaign length and performance on the Nintendo console. In the end, those nostalgic for the arcade era and enthusiasts of good, vibrant pixel art will certainly find value here, but it's undeniable that Angelo and Mariana deserved a slightly more polished adventure. Maybe next time?

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Demonschool is an ambitious title, drawing from peculiar sources (usually indie RPGs straight from Mother/Earthbound), but it manages to have its own personality. Even while paying close attention to the social aspect, one of the most anticipated aspects before the game's release, it performs very well in all aspects. An interesting story, charismatic characters, impeccable art direction, and an addictive combat system make this one of the biggest indie surprises of the year. Even with a few silly mistakes, the time spent at university will be fondly remembered.

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Morsels is the kind of game that sparks curiosity and frustration in equal measure. There's a creative universe here, full of ideas, style, and grotesque humor, but it stumbles by being more complex than necessary. Amidst impeccable visuals, a great soundtrack, and creatures with memorable (and disgusting) designs, there's a feeling that the game gets a little lost among its own layers. In the end, the adventure leaves a bittersweet feeling: we're faced with a package with a lot of personality, but one whose potential ends up being limited by some tougher choices that frustrate the player instead of encouraging new attempts and strategies in the shoes of a brave little mouse.

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Viewfinder and its distinctive gameplay make it an excellent puzzle game for those unfamiliar with the genre and wishing to venture into these types of games. Traveling through the various interconnected photographs never gets old. Its pace of solutions is enjoyable, and the short campaign length, around four to five hours, works well. This way, dealing with dozens of unnecessary short sessions doesn't become tiresome, but the player also avoids situations with few challenges that are too difficult and could trap them in the same level for hours. It's clear that these concepts could be revisited in future projects that might be even more interesting, and I hope that will be the case.

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The journey through Winter Burrow is enjoyable and, without a doubt, the highlight of the game. Its gentle difficulty can be a good introduction for those interested in survival games, but who would like something less complicated and playable in short sessions. Even with minor gameplay flaws and limited use of its own mechanics, the nostalgic and charming visuals of the characters help the player become attached to this small world lost in the snow.

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Stray Children is a beautiful and ambiguous game, capable of being both profound and simple, enjoyable and frustrating at the same time. Even with clear flaws, I couldn't stop playing until I reached the end. For those who don't want to decipher specific dialogue sequences or map dungeons from memory—something common in classic RPGs, it must be said—the experience can be exhausting, although still rewarding. Those who seek exactly that kind of challenge will find it a feast.

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Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is a powerful and vibrant return of the Budokai Tenkaichi series, delivering insane combat, spectacular transformations, and a campaign mode full of possibilities that renew the classic experience. The Nintendo Switch 2 version has visual limitations and occasional frame drops, especially in the menus and story scenes, but still offers fluid and fun battles. For Dragon Ball fans—especially those who grew up with Tenkaichi—Sparking! ZERO is a dream come true. Imperfect, but epic in just the right way.

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Kirby Air Riders delivers fun and chaos in its purest form. While the chaos often stands out and there's a feeling that some modes could have offered more content, the attention to detail and the sheer number of options, both functional and gameplay-wise, that the game offers is undeniable. Both fans of the original title and new racers will have plenty to enjoy in this sequel.

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Forestrike hits the mark in terms of fun, but falls short in the technical aspects, compromising a broader recommendation on the Switch. Still, if you enjoy solving increasingly complex puzzles and like roguelites that value creative mechanics, this game is worth checking out. Just be warned: on Nintendo's console, technical performance proves to be a powerful enemy—and, unfortunately, foresight wasn't enough to overcome it.

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Like its predecessors, Yakuza Kiwami 2 is one of my favorite games of the year. While it might disappoint a little with its slightly more focused combat, Kiwami 2 makes up for it with a huge range of possibilities for fun. Whether it's helping Majima in his own minigame like Tower Defense, playing in a urinal arcade, or simply challenging the Dragon of Kansai, this is a worthy evolution of the ballad of Kazuma Kiryu and his eternal quest for a peaceful life.

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Ultimately, the Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack is a celebration of one of the most beloved phases of the Atelier franchise, but also a reminder that "Deluxe" doesn't mean "definitive." Despite technical flaws and a lack of major new features, the pack is much more worthwhile financially than buying the three games separately. For those who have never followed Ryza's journey, this trilogy is the most practical and accessible way to experience her complete story, with all the extra content included. The charm of the series remains intact: sunny visuals, charismatic characters, and an enchanting soundtrack. Even without major improvements, it's almost impossible not to be swept away once again by the comfort of the atelier and the welcoming sound of the bubbling cauldron.

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Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is an extremely competent product (I dare say even more so than the franchise's latest titles, which currently desperately needs to maintain its relevance). Sure, certain missing titles and some silly performance errors cause some slip-ups during the fight, but in the end, it emerges victorious in this combat.

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Windswept does a great job delivering a fun 2D platformer that isn't afraid to declare its love for the games that inspired it, while also not succumbing to mere nostalgia.

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Despite a few minor details, Two Point Museum was a pleasant surprise. The gameplay is intuitive, the tutorial is clear, and the game's pace is fun and engaging. It's easy to lose hours managing, expanding, and decorating your museum—which is an excellent sign for the genre. Even with small flaws, nothing detracts from the fun, which is the heart of the experience. For those new to simulation and management games, Two Point Museum is an excellent entry point, all with the characteristic humor and charm of Two Point Studios. If you've always wanted to know what it's like to manage a team, budget, and strategy… get ready: the museum awaits you.

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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment delivers exactly what hardcore Zelda and Musou fans expected: a narrative that fills in gaps from Tears of the Kingdom, refined mechanics, plenty of variety, and a visual and auditory spectacle worthy of the Zelda universe. If you're interested in seeing a behind-the-scenes look at the war that shaped Hyrule, this game is a must-play. However, there are caveats: although the gameplay has evolved considerably, the Musou formula remains at its core—hordes of enemies, repetitive tasks, delivery missions—and the co-op mode has performance issues that can compromise the experience.

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The impression VARLET gives is that the team had ambitions that they couldn't fit within the scope of the project, whether due to budget or time constraints. This results in irrelevant mechanics, a lack of challenge, and a mediocre story. It's a game with a very nice character design, a competent soundtrack—I really liked the music during a certain boss fight—and character development that positively surprised me. It's a game that will appeal to fans of titles from AQURIA or FuRyu; if you're not a fan, I recommend waiting for a sale: you'll find better games for a fraction of the price.

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Reimagined to better present themselves both as part of the Erdrick trilogy and as a modern experience, DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake is a high-quality collection. Both of the comparatively simpler RPGs in the franchise have been given new touches that make this version a great choice for both long-time fans and those who are not yet very familiar with the genre and would like to experience these classics.

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Persona 3 Reload is a triumphant return of a classic that defined generations. It masterfully balances the everyday with the supernatural, delivering an emotional, stylish, and meaningful experience. Even with issues of repetitive exploration, the game remains one of the best examples of how an RPG can combine strategy, narrative, and visual identity in such a unique way. Ultimately, it's an invitation to look within and discover that, like its characters, we all have a bit of light and shadow, and it's up to us to decide what to do with it.

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BALL x PIT is enchanting primarily for its originality; mixing genres is always a risky decision in the gaming world, but Kenny Sun and Devolver Digital have proven with their work that shooting spheres and breaking blocks can be extremely addictive and engaging, as well as a mesmerizing experience when all the pieces fit together. In the end, even the game's problems regarding grinding and repetitiveness aren't enough to prevent it from being highly recommended.

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