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The greatest merit of Deathbound is its successful execution of the concept of alternating multiple characters during combat. Both the narrative and the systems revolve around this concept, giving the game a cohesive identity that sets it apart from other soulslikes. Although some aesthetic and practical issues limit parts of the experience, it is a game I certainly recommend to fans of the genre.

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Frogun Encore could have offered much more as a sequel. Some improvements, such as the level structure and the inclusion of a cooperative mode, were a great idea, but practically none of the previous game's mistakes were fixed; some things were even made worse, such as the camera. This, together with the month-long wait to enjoy the game with the due fix, may have scared away those who were curious to enjoy the sequel to the adventures of Renata and her little frog.

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Eden Genesis is a notable title thanks to its intriguing, compelling narrative promoted by its challenging gameplay. The control precision and challenge complexity make sure dedicated players will find a rewarding experience. However, this same precision may be an obstacle for the less experienced or those who don't wish to invest so much time to master its mechanics.

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YEAH! YOU WANT "THOSE GAMES," RIGHT? SO HERE YOU GO! NOW, LET'S SEE YOU CLEAR THEM! 2 may even be a good idea as a compilation, and it's no wonder it's in its second edition. There's no visual or sound quality, as the focus is on dynamic games, but the simple mobile charm works well here. Even so, it'd be good to refine the controls, which become the main stars of these minigames.

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Valley Peaks offers a charming experience, combining a cozy, small open world with fun and sometimes frustrating climbing challenges. The simple gameplay and excellent level design make the game accessible and enjoyable, while the variety of routes, missions and collectibles help to increase replayability considerably. Although it has some issues regarding mission variety, Valley Peaks is an excellent recommendation for those looking for a game to pass the time and relax.

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Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic has everything it takes to spark its own revolution in the city-building and management simulation genre. With the humility of a proletarian who has spent years perfecting their craft, the title achieves the feat of elevating the style to a new level of management complexity, capable of intimidating even the most seasoned players, which unfortunately makes it considerably inaccessible to a broader audience. After all, building a Soviet paradise has never been easy, but it is possible.

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MARS 2120, despite its mishaps, is a valid first try for the Brazilian studio, even if it's too close to classic works of the past. Though there are traces of inexperience in animation and limited budget to make the environments more unique, the level design and exploration keep the campaign at least engaging. It's far from being a highlight in our country's productions, which has been in a very interesting high moment in recent years, but it shows the potential of a promising team.

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Still Wakes the Deep finds the balance between its simple gameplay and an excellent survival horror setting. Caz Mcleary's journey is not only a story of overcoming, but also of love, told through one of the best psychological horror narrative experiences released recently.

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Retro Revengers is one of those titles that promises little but accomplishes its mission very well. It's a shame it doesn't have more stages and is too short, as this atypical group of friends could definitely have some great adventures.

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SteamWorld Heist II stands out for expanding on the concepts of its predecessor with new mechanics and an engaging campaign. The gameplay, which combines manual aiming precision with the need for elaborate tactics, provides a challenging and rewarding experience, especially in the various missions that test our ability to adapt and plan. Despite some limitations, such as the lack of clear information about enemies and the sometimes bureaucratic naval exploration, SteamWorld Heist II offers a journey rich in detail and content. Although it does not revolutionize its formula, it is a solid sequel that maintains the charm and quality of the series, being an excellent choice for fans of tactics and strategic adventures.

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Vampire Therapist is very well-intentioned and the writing is engaging. You can see that the solo developer who makes up Little Bat Games had his idea (which works very well, it should be noted) and invested in it with care. This is quite evident in the positive finish of the character art, in the protagonist's diary, in the theoretical background presented by the story and even in the voice acting of the characters. Unfortunately, this is a product that fails to deliver solid performance, which was hampered by a bad business decision — not opting for early access. Still, it's worth keeping an eye on the progress of the updates until the visual novel reaches its maturity.

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More than a simple clone, Kitsune Tails manages to bring good ideas to the traditional platformer genre. The easily recognizable gameplay is used to offer a good dose of variety and challenge, including creative bosses, very beautiful areas and an interesting story. Though it may have missed on more impactful qualities, it's a gun game for your library and a must for fans of classic 2D games.

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Star Wars: Bounty Hunter returns as an interesting nostalgic journey for fans of the Star Wars saga, offering an expansion of the narrative of the universe created by George Lucas. The remaster brings graphical improvements and adjustments to controls that live up to modern standards, providing a more fluid and visually attractive experience. However, the design and repetition issues that were criticized upon its original release remain. In the end, an experience that shines more for its nostalgic value and the expansion of the saga's narrative than for the quality of the game itself.

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In addition to being an excellent and immersive narrative adventure, Minds Beneath Us is a title that makes us think and challenges our own concepts of morality with every choice we make. Its concept of a dystopian future controlled by machines and artificial intelligence doesn't seem so far from our reality — could it be that, in a few decades, the world will be like the fictional Wanpei depicted in the game? But, more than presenting a hypothetical scenario about the future of humanity, the plot brings us very current and pertinent questions and thoughts. Honestly speaking, it's hard to put into words the emotional weight I felt while playing this title; perhaps this isn't the conclusion you expected for a review, but Minds Beneath Us is the famous “seeing is believing”.

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Meifumado has some glimpses of what was perhaps initially envisioned for it, such as its boss fights that are very reminiscent of Sekiro battles, rather than its 2D contemporaries, and its graphics that are very reminiscent of those titles from the heyday of the Super Nintendo and also the Neo Geo. But that's all the game has in terms of qualities at this point, falling far short of other games of the genre, not only current ones, but also classics from previous generations.

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Over Horizon X Steel Empire is an interesting mix even if for a specific player niche.

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With an extremely easy gameplay and a very simple, ludic way to guide the player through the game narrative, Thank Goodness You're Here! manages to offer fun and memorable moments, making it an ideal recommendation for those looking for casual fun along with a good dose of humor.

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Having a crossover like SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos returning is something that is always worth highlighting, as it was a landmark title upon its initial release and is an essential title for anyone who enjoys a good fighting game. Unfortunately, the attachment to the arcade version of the game took away some of the shine that this port could have had by bringing everything that was best about it.

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Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune offers solid action with RPG elements in a beautiful and captivating metroidvania with a narrative that is expanded as we progress through the campaign. Although the game’s humor is a bit offensive at times, especially for female audiences, the plot is intriguing enough to keep us going until the end. Unfortunately, although the combat is the highlight of this adventure, the characters’ combos are difficult to execute, and the boss battles are drawn out enough to come close to boring. Beyond this, we have a basically linear exploration, which, more than anything, makes backtracking difficult with the few save and teleport points. On the other hand, the lack of boldness as a metroidvania makes Frontier Hunter a good choice for people who are not very experienced with the genre, offering plenty of content to keep them entertained for hours.

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If you strip Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus of all its oriental makeup, what you're left with is a metroidvania on the edge of competence. It's a product that came to market with quite obvious flaws in its main mechanic (the pogo-jump) and in the design of the levels, which primarily depend on the full functioning of such a system. Of course, it's far from being truly bad, but it's a game that's a victim of its own pretensions, which makes the mistake of relying too much on its pretty shell to compensate for the lack of soul at its core.

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