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Tamagotchi Plaza offers harmless, kid-friendly minigames wrapped in colorful nostalgia, but its repetitive gameplay and shallow progression make it feel more like a tech demo than a complete game. Younger fans may enjoy the charming characters and simple shopkeeping, but the Switch 2’s motion-controlled features do little to elevate this thin package. Cute, but ultimately forgettable.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma revitalizes the franchise with its breezy charm, refined combat, and vibrant seasonal world. While the farming mechanics are simplified and the amnesiac plot feels stale, the game excels in building engaging relationships, offering strategic boss fights, and delivering a cozy sense of progression. It’s a polished blend of farming sim and action RPG—ideal for newcomers, though veterans might wish for deeper systems.
Mario Kart World is a remarkable achievement and the most ambitious installment in the series. It features stunning visuals at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, along with exciting 24-player races and a charming, albeit somewhat shallow, open world. The new free-roam mode and kart customization options are enjoyable, but the repetitive side content and the surprising lack of a proper story mode prevent it from reaching perfection. While it is a multiplayer gem for Switch 2 owners, solo players may find themselves wanting a deeper progression system beyond its beautiful and content-rich appearance.
RAIDOU Remastered brings new life to a cult classic with its polished action combat and demon-summoning mechanics, but its repetitive battles and shallow character development hold it back from being truly great. This unique blend of Shin Megami Tensei lore and detective noir delivers plenty of style and atmosphere, making it a treat for longtime fans of the series. However, it lacks the depth needed to win over newcomers.
Elden Ring: Nightreign offers a bold but uneven twist on Soulsborne formula, blending PvE co-op with battle royale mechanics. While its intense boss fights and improved mobility shine, the punishing solo experience, restrictive class builds, and awkward shrinking-map gimmick hold it back. Best enjoyed with a coordinated team, Nightreign caters to hardcore fans—though its experimental design may alienate those craving FromSoftware’s signature depth.
A psychological horror gem disguised as a dating sim, Cooking Companions serves up chilling twists and compelling character drama—though its generic art style and illusion of choice leave some ingredients undercooked.
A solid but uneven debut for MercurySteam’s new IP, blending satisfying weapon-crafting with God of War-inspired combat. While its enemy variety falters and pacing stumbles early on, the deep forging system and punishing boss battles carve out a niche worth exploring. Not quite a masterpiece, but a promising foundation for future installments.
A faithful but flawed remaster that polishes a PS2 cult classic without fixing its dated design. While the upscaled visuals and refined combat shine, stubborn fixed cameras and archaic progression hold it back. For fans, it's a nostalgic trip worth taking—but newcomers may find its clunkiness harder to swallow than a demon soul.
A love letter to fighting game obscurities, delivering cult classics with modern polish. While the absence of Rival Schools stings and Capcom Fighting Evolution remains forgettable, the stellar online-ready Capcom vs. SNK duo and chaotic Power Stone revival make this a must-buy for genre devotees. Not every gem here shines equally, but the rollback netcode and wealth of extras elevate it beyond mere nostalgia bait.
A precision-platformer gem that dazzles with its inventive teleportation mechanics and striking biomechanical aesthetic. While its visual opaqueness occasionally frustrates, the razor-sharp level design and momentum-driven gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the genre—even if it doesn’t quite reach the narrative heights of its Limbo-esque inspirations.
A long-awaited sequel that delivers charm, tactical depth, and heart—even if it plays it safe. The inventive Confine/Confire/Confriend mechanics shine, and Marona’s journey strikes a perfect balance between whimsy and emotional weight. While not as expansive as some Nippon Ichi epics, its accessibility and polished combat make it a worthy return to Ivoire.
A gripping fusion of Danganronpa’s twisted storytelling and tactical RPG combat, elevated by its eccentric cast and layered mysteries. While the 100-endings gimmick feels excessive and battles lack depth, the game’s dark humor, social sim elements, and Uchikoshi-style twists make it a must-play for fans—even if it doesn’t quite surpass its inspirations.
A triumphant return for Fatal Fury, blending razor-sharp combat with deep mechanics—but held back by baffling guest characters and sparse single-player content. The Rev and S.P.G. systems add thrilling strategic layers, while the netcode delivers silky online play. Yet, the lack of robust tutorials, unbalanced newcomers (looking at you, Ronaldo), and a barebones story mode keep it from greatness.
A loving tribute to JRPG nostalgia, the Lunar Remastered Collection revitalizes two classics with crisp visuals and smart quality-of-life tweaks. While its turn-based combat feels dated and the PC port lacks polish, the enduring charm of its storytelling and preserved animated cutscenes make this a must-play for retro enthusiasts.
SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered revitalizes a cult classic with stunning visual preservation and crucial quality-of-life upgrades. While its uneven gameplay systems show their age, the game's breathtaking watercolor aesthetic and ambitious dual-narrative structure remain uniquely captivating.
Atelier Yumia boldly reinvents the series with thrilling action combat and a vast open world, but stumbles under the weight of its own ambition. While the deeper narrative and flashy battles impress, uneven pacing, performance issues, and oversimplified mechanics keep it from reaching its full potential.
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition successfully revitalizes an already ambitious RPG, refining its gameplay with worthwhile performance and quality-of-life improvements while preserving what made it special in the first place.
Expelled! is a brilliantly crafted mystery with a clever time-loop mechanic and razor-sharp writing. While its replay-driven structure may test some players' patience, the game rewards persistence with surprising depth and multiple compelling endings. A standout narrative experience that turns schoolyard drama into an unforgettable whodunit.
Assassin's Creed Shadows delivers a visually stunning and technically polished experience, with improved stealth and combat mechanics. However, its uneven narrative, repetitive side content, and lack of meaningful NPC interactions hold it back.
Two Point Museum delivers a charming and addictive simulation experience, blending quirky humor with deep management mechanics. While it occasionally feels repetitive, the addition of expeditions and diverse museum themes keeps the gameplay fresh.