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469 games reviewed
73.8 average score
70 median score
51.4% of games recommended

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Mar 13, 2024

Introducing a new entry in the legendary Contra series! Contra: Operation Galuga is a thorough reimagining of the classic run 'n' gun NES/arcade game from the 1980s, featuring timeless gameplay, iconic weapons, modern graphics and sound, new stages, new enemies and bosses, new play mechanics, and intense co-op combat for up to two players in Story Mode or four players in Arcade Mode! The true Contra legacy begins now! Switch version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for testing purposes. Contra: Operation Galuga is a satisfying retro revival. Fans of the series will have a blast, even if its visuals sometimes get in the way.

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Mar 11, 2024

Join Snufkin in this musical adventure about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley, protecting it from the industrious Park Keeper. Nintendo Switch version reviewed. Switch version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for testing purposes. Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a short, but sweet, pastoral game that both Moomin veterans and newcomers can enjoy.

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8 / 10.0 - Unicorn Overlord
Mar 7, 2024

Unicorn Overlord combines the timeless tactical RPG genre with overworld exploration and an innovative battle system for a unique epic fantasy experience in the iconic Vanillaware style. Switch version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for testing purposes. Unicorn Overlord is, as a whole, a loving and well-crafted return to the Ogre Battle formula. If the character designs aren’t a dealbreaker for you, and we’d understand if they are — seriously, can they at least figure out how shirt fabric works? — there’s a lot of interesting tactical decisions to make.

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10 / 10.0 - Balatro
Mar 6, 2024

The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos. Switch version reviewed. Everything comes together beautifully and seamlessly in Balatro, and it is now one of my favorite deck-building games ever.

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8 / 10.0 - The Thaumaturge
Mar 4, 2024

The Thaumaturge is a story-driven RPG that combines real history and Slavic folklore to deliver a captivating period drama.

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Feb 29, 2024

BlazBlue Entropy Effect is a stylish, fast-paced roguelike that offers a variety of different playstyles to enjoy for hours.

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Feb 27, 2024

Piczle Cross: Story of Seasons is a nonogram puzzle game spin-off inspired by the series and, while not elaborate, is fine for fans.

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Bandle Tale isn't for everyone, due to the grind and time it demands, but those who "get" it will have a great time reuniting the Yordle community.

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8 / 10.0 - Pacific Drive
Feb 24, 2024

Pacific Drive is a unique twist on the survival genre that will make you fall in with a car, if you can handle its random difficulty spikes.

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Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island maintains the series' challenge and ads plenty of dungeons.

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Feb 22, 2024

It may only be February, but I'm confident Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is going to be 2024's Game of the Year.

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Feb 21, 2024

Spirit Hunter: Death Mark II is a gripping and gruesome read that leaves you wanting more.

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7 / 10.0 - Sympathy Kiss
Feb 20, 2024

The idea of choosing between your personal and professional life in Sympathy Kiss is interesting, but there are elements that remind me of mobile otome games.

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Feb 19, 2024

Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash is a tiresome game that is only good for some completely mindless action for diehard fans of the anime.

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Feb 17, 2024

Silent Hill: The Short Message is true to Silent Hill, and delves head first into psychological horror.

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Feb 15, 2024

GUNVOLT RECORDS: Cychronicle feels like a budget title that samples a handful of notable Gunvolt series tracks, but I wish there was more to it.

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Feb 14, 2024

Mario vs Donkey Kong is totally fine on the Switch, with levels and modes for players of all difficulty levels.

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7 / 10.0 - Foamstars
Feb 13, 2024

Foamstars is fun, but the bland aesthetics and aggressive monetization are huge turn-offs that prevent this from fully reaching its potential.

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8 / 10.0 - Ultros
Feb 12, 2024

Ultros drips style, but does not skimp on substance. The psychedelic art style and dreamy soundtrack elevate the familiar, but not quite tired, gameplay loop.

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Feb 8, 2024

Under Night in Birth II SYS: Celes looks similar to its predecessors, but visual cleanups, new mechanics, and improved online make it stand on its own.

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