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242 games reviewed
77.5 average score
80 median score
77.7% of games recommended

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Nov 15, 2023

Tales of Arise: Beyond The Dawn plays it safe, extending its universe for devoted fans without breaking new ground. While it commendably develops characters and retains an engaging combat system, the expansion stretches a thin narrative over an extensive playtime, potentially leaving those craving a richer story unsatisfied.

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Like A Dragon Gaiden links Yakuza 6 and Like A Dragon 8 with a focus on Kazuma Kiryu's life, featuring traditional Yakuza brawler action and a new gadget-heavy Agent style. Despite its engaging main story and memorable cutscenes, the game's side activities lack depth and innovation, falling short of series expectations.

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Nov 12, 2023

Star Ocean: The Second Story R rejuvenates the classic JRPG with modern graphics and a dual protagonist system, offering a visually appealing and immersive narrative experience. Its enhanced combat system and quality-of-life improvements cater to both series veterans and newcomers.

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Nov 4, 2023

Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party offers a visually appealing and engaging experience for young fans of the Baby Shark phenomenon, but its limited gameplay and repetitive content may not sustain interest for long periods. While the game succeeds in capturing the essence of PinkFong's Baby Shark through its art style and animation, it falls short in providing a compelling and varied gameplay experience.

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8 / 10.0 - Alan Wake 2
Oct 30, 2023

Depending on where one stands on the convergence of interactive and non-interactive mediums, Alan Wake 2 may be perceived as a work of art or as an experience where gameplay is overlooked in favor of narrative artistry.

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Oct 8, 2023

Super Bomberman R 2 excels in delivering a rich multiplayer experience, introducing innovative modes like a 64-player battle royale and Castle mode for strategic base-building. However, the game's single-player story mode falls short, offering repetitive gameplay and a forgettable narrative that doesn't quite ignite the fuse for a compelling solo adventure.

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Oct 5, 2023

Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster offers a visually refreshed yet faithful experience, balancing nostalgia with updated features. However, the dated gameplay and slow pacing reveal the limitations of this otherwise engaging remaster.

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Oct 4, 2023

Assassin's Creed Mirage revitalizes the franchise by refocusing on stealth and assassination, set against the richly detailed backdrop of 9th-century Baghdad. While it modernizes the series' core mechanics and offers a compelling narrative, it retains some gameplay elements from its predecessor, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, which may not appeal to those seeking a completely new experience.

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Sep 30, 2023

Separate Ways enriches the Resident Evil 4 Remake by spotlighting Ada Wong and offering distinct gameplay, all at a commendable price point. A must-buy for both newcomers and series veterans.

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Sep 26, 2023

Disgaea 7 marks a successful revival of the franchise's core strengths, blending its signature over-the-top gameplay mechanics with a fresh Samurai-themed narrative. While staying true to its roots, the game introduces new character classes and innovative features like "Jumbification," offering both long-time fans and newcomers a rich, strategically demanding experience that feels both nostalgic and novel.

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The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails emerges as a noteworthy addition to Nihon Falcom's esteemed portfolio, offering a different yet familiar experience for fans of the Trails and Ys series. With its first-ever English localization, the game brings action RPG elements into a narrative that, while not as complex as its Trails counterparts, is engaging in its own right. Despite some repetitiveness in level design and combat, the game shines in its technical polish, visual aesthetics, and captivating soundtrack.

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8 / 10.0 - ANONYMOUS;CODE
Sep 25, 2023

ANONYMOUS;CODE offers a visually engaging experience and strong main character development but falls short in fully realizing its genre's potential. Despite these shortcomings, it remains a valuable addition for fans of the Science Adventure series and visual novels.

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Sep 24, 2023

Ghostpia is a visual novel that explores the life of Sayoko in a town inhabited by unique ghosts, offering rich world-building but limited interactivity.

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Sep 24, 2023

Daymare: 1994 Sandcastle, the second installment in the Daymare series, shows signs of improvement over its predecessor but still falls short of greatness. While the game maintains its core identity as a horror-centric, third-person shooter, it struggles with repetitive gameplay and a lack of narrative depth. Despite its flaws, it offers a reasonable budget option for fans of the genre.

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Sep 20, 2023

Rune Factory 3 Special serves as a comforting return to the series' roots, blending farming simulation with light RPG elements in a package that's both charming and engaging. However, its adherence to dated mechanics and lack of modern refinements make it feel like a missed opportunity for a truly special remaster, leaving players to till familiar soil without the benefit of new tools.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Immortals of Aveum
Sep 4, 2023

Immortals of Aveum shines with Unreal Engine 5 graphics and a deep magic system, but falls short in narrative depth.

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Sep 2, 2023

While Armored Core VI’s narrative and level design could have been more progressive, the deep and engrossing gameplay mechanics compensate for those shortcomings, delivering the ultimate mecha combat experience

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Aug 21, 2023

A few noteworthy issues aside, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre surpasses its predecessor by delivering a thrilling and engaging asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience.

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9 / 10.0 - Baldur's Gate 3
Aug 12, 2023

Baldur's Gate 3 is a remarkable RPG milestone. Inspired by Dungeons & Dragons 5e, it offers an engaging blend of turn-based combat, intricate storytelling, and top-notch visuals. The game caters to various players with its character customization, multiplayer options, and unique RNG mechanics. Its exploration, NPC relationships, moral decisions, and diverging paths add to the replay value.

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7 / 10.0 - Exoprimal
Jul 20, 2023

A dearth of content and some questionable monetization practices raise concerns about future prospects of an otherwise engaging multiplayer shooter with some interesting dynamics.

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