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Picross S GENESIS & Master System edition is exactly what it promised to be: a puzzle game with elements from both consoles. There's nothing necessarily wrong with that, as fans of the franchise can feast on hundreds of new puzzles that will keep them busy for hours on end. The presence of SEGA makes the game more interesting than any other release in the series on Nintendo Switch. However, for a title that deals with such important intellectual property and that is the ninth release in the hybrid console franchise, its shallow design ends up disappointing. Since 2017, developer Jupiter has ignored basic quality of life enhancements that would make its nonogram collections even better. This would have been a good time to introduce them, along with ways that better illustrate the classics represented.

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Despite non-trivial performance issues that significantly detract from the experience, a simple game design in virtually all respects, and few innovations, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox still has the virtue of its predecessor in having a solid, accessible battle system, diverse and relatively balanced action-RPG, yet with some enhancements, plus a reasonably well-written story, well-designed characters and, above all, considerable refinement in vertical level design and exploration in and out of dungeons.

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Shadowverse: Champion's Battle is a TCG with very newbie friendly RPG elements. Unlike other franchises in the genre, Cygames hit the nail on the head by creating a game accessible to all types of players, whether or not they are familiar with Shadowverse and its rules. At the same time, the game manages to remain faithful to the PC and smartphone version, and has the attractiveness of the “anime style”, breaking the seriousness that TCGs usually have. The title also ends up being a good option for a younger target audience, thanks to the charisma of the characters and the special effects in each duel, but without leaving the more veterans and completionists aside.

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The combination of sports and RPGs is on its honeymoon with the arrival of Dodgeball Academia. Standing out for its addictive gameplay and overflowing with charisma, it proves itself as a Brazilian pearl that deserves all the success in the world. You can see the affection of the developers in every little animation and every little detail of the scenario, to the point that our hearts just can't help but fall in love with this exciting universe.

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Ayo The Clown is nothing revolutionary in the spectrum of platform games, but that doesn't take away any of the shine that it has as an ideal work for those who have never had the pleasure of venturing into the genre. Despite the inconsistencies in the difficulty, I still maintain the priority recommendation for children, which can always count on the help of a relative. After all, what would video games be without their didactic side and their ability to bring people together for good hours of fun?

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Last Stop goes to great lengths to build a story that mixes fantasy and absurdity with everyday family dramas. Even though it succeeds in its central objective, the title fails as a game, it offers very little to those who are following the fate of the characters on screen. With uninteresting minigames and few ramifications in the narrative from the choices we make for the characters, the game frustrates more than enchants.

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Cris Tales impresses for a number of aspects, such as its amazing hand-drawn look, its colorful scenes rich in small details, its expressive characters and the ambition of its mechanics. The final result, however, is far from ideal thanks to some problems — the result would be mostly positive if it weren't for performance issues and long loading times.

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Fuga: Melodies of Steel is a title that fulfills exactly what it sets out to do. With a well-crafted war story and fun management and turn-based combat systems, the game has a strong charisma and is a great first for CyberConnect2's self-published projects. Despite its quality of life issues, it's highly recommended for anyone interested in RPGs or the company's furry steampunk universe.

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Bai Qu: Hundreds of Melodies suffers from serious problems that compromise the game in some way. However, the experience provided by this incredible story of approximately ten hours manages to offset these inconveniences and is a treat for lovers of intriguing plots, especially those who treat life as it is: sweet but bitter at the same time.

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Despite some gameplay issues and lack of innovation compared to the title that preceded it , NEO: The World Ends with You it has fun and accessible battles, an excellent and diverse soundtrack, a plot full of character, an inviting ambiance for character development and, above all, a very coherent overall design around some of Shibuya's popular culture. As such, it's an easy recommendation for anyone who liked its predecessor or who enjoys more dynamic action JRPGs.

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The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles is a game that manages to tackle the concept of period courts in a tightly-knit narrative that grabs attention. Not just for fans of the series, but also for gamers in general, it's a must-play compilation.

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Musou fans will surely enjoy all the features Samurai Warriors 5 offers, and new players will have no problem following the story. The gameplay is very fluid, the audiovisual presentation is dazzling and the story doesn't leave any loose ends, besides being a treat for history lovers. Unfortunately, the negative points, especially the camera control, harm the gameplay. It's up to the player to decide whether or not it's worth venturing into the Sengoku period, especially because Samurai Warriors 5 doesn't present anything new compared to other musou games.

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Songs for a Hero is much more than a simple musical game, showing itself as a robust international reference as a platformer and bringing the best of the genre with a Brazilian touch. Drinking from the same sources of sagas as Zelda, Donkey Kong Country and Shantae, the game entertains all the time, progresses naturally and consolidates itself as another excellent indie title in the Nintendo Switch library.

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The Silver Case 2425 brings together two text-focused adventure games that experiment with the possibilities of the format. Unfortunately, The Silver Case is a complicated work and its text could be made clearer so that more people could enjoy it. However, it's still a worthwhile experience for anyone who enjoys narrative games.

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Flatland Vol.2 brings enjoyable gameplay through exhilarating challenges. Even though it makes the player suffer, this happens within a limit that forces learning and helps in the process of acquiring techniques and resources to overcome challenges. The stages, however, in a short time become repetitive and with little replay factor. This ends up being reinforced in the complementary game modes, which are just variations of the standard experience. If repetition is not a problem, the look, music and level design of this title have everything to please even the most demanding player.

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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD is, like the original, a good game and a must-have recommendation for fans of the series. It is not, however, a magnum opus, as there are defects and problems that can disturb the experience, even if some of them have been mitigated by remastering while others have been aggravated. As a remaster, this new version brings important improvements to the Skyloft adventure and certainly consolidates as the definitive version of the franchise's origin story. However, the focus of its production was certainly those who didn't play the original, as, for longtime gamers, there's not much new to be expected.

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Boomerang X is like a puzzle game that must be played on the go, shooting a weapon that will return to you and evading enemies and thorns along the way. The campaign is short, but the feeling that there could be much more shows that the proposal to synthesize actions to the essentials was a success. It is stimulating both visually and frantically moving, and offers countless possibilities for each player to plan their own strategies during the stages. If you like to think fast and don't have labyrinthitis problems, this is certainly a title that can't go unnoticed.

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With a lovely aesthetic and creative concepts, Epistory - Typing Chronicles proves to be unique in many ways, being extremely captivating from start to finish. So, whether with Joy-Con or with the unusual help of a USB keyboard, an epic story is literally written in front of us, amusing and delighting like an unprecedented fairy tale.

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Destroy All Humans! finds itself in a peculiar position on the spectrum of video game releases. A remake of a game from nearly three generations ago, it delivers exactly what it promises: an improved but faithful version of the original. The problem arises when you realize that this re-release is sometimes much more faithful than it should be.

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Without a doubt, the new journey is a glorious and charismatic entry to the celebrated franchise. Despite the performance issues, I had a lot of fun with Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin. With an expansive universe, this spin-off is an excellent RPG adventure for the Nintendo Switch, recommended for anyone who loves turn-based battles or anyone looking for a captivating plot.

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