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Haunted House is a good way to reinvent a 1980s classic, with a cool diversity of elements. However, it is in a middle ground of not being a roguelike that captures the attention of fans of the genre, but also does not relieve those who are not familiar with the style. In other words, if you enter this mansion, make sure you won't give up easily.

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LunarLux is a lovely indie RPG with well-explored story and gameplay elements, drawing inspiration from classics without trying to be a shallow copy of them. The result is enticing and one of my favorite experiences this year, though it's a shame the Portuguese translation didn't have the care it deserved.

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Sonic Superstars arrives with the promise of reviving the classic 2D essence of the series and, in some aspects, manages to deliver a satisfying experience. However, the game is marred by a number of issues, such as unfair obstacles, stages that seem to lack cohesion, and frustrating boss battles that drag on. In the end, Sonic Superstars presents an unstable balance, making the experience less exciting than fans of the blue hedgehog expected.

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Ghostrunner 2 was developed as an honest sequel for those who became fans of the series in 2020 and now have the opportunity to once again wield a sonic blade to dismember enemies and perform impressive movements to walk through the psychedelic settings of a cyberpunk world with interesting stories to tell and more bodies to tear apart. The sequel is a welcome evolution of its predecessor, with substantial improvements to gameplay and visual aspects, maintaining the thrilling action that characterizes the series, while providing a more controlled and manageable pace. It's a sequel that should please both fans of the first game and new players looking for action and challenge.

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Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged firmly reinforces everything good that the first game had already brought, with some cool improvements, but without drastic changes. Toy car fanatics may even find strange the lack of one or another model at first, but this does not take away the shine of all the initial content, not to mention that many of these absences will probably be covered by future expansions.

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Despite being flawed, World of Horror is still interesting. Although it seems different, it only flirts with experimentalism, since its main proposals have not only been previously used in the industry but also executed with better propriety, such as killer7 and The Silver Case, both from Grasshopper Manufacture and which focus on construction of a complicated plot conveyed through unconventional gameplay and a deliberately disorienting interface. Still, it's impossible to say that the product worked on for years in early access by developer panstasz is incompetent. It's a valid and very pleasant option for a quick game on a rainy night.

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Every strategy fan should know: when we lose track of the real hours, but not of the terrain and virtual enemies to be conquered, we know that we are facing one of the good games of the genre. Fortunately, Wargroove 2 delivers this with flying colors.

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Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist takes advantage of simple mechanics to create a fun and relaxing adventure. Any player, artist or not, can use the different tools available and produce the most diverse paintings while enjoying a pleasant ambiance and a wonderful soundtrack. Even though some aspects are not explored much (such as the story), Passpartout is more than recommended for those looking for a short game to pass the time and enjoy the day.

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Bilkins' Folly is a charismatic adventure that stirs our exploratory side through a world that exudes sympathy, nudging our curiosity at all times, inviting us to accompany young Percy in his search for his loved ones. However, the player who is not willing to commit to what this world has to offer runs the risk of becoming frustrated with an honest experience about dedication and cunning.

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Ion Fury: Aftershock brings a generous amount of content to Voidpoint's boomer shooter, assuaging some of the issues of the base game and keeping all of its virtues. The new stages, weapons, and enemies bring a breath of fresh air while keeping the nostalgic structure intact and more pleasant. Even if some small issues persist, Aftershock is an expansion recommended to fans of the genre.

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ENDLESS Dungeon offers a unique and exciting journey, combining tower defense, action, RPG and roguelite elements in an immersive sci-fi environment. Strategy plays a crucial role as we face hordes of enemies, assemble turrets and carefully manage resources. However, the lack of variety in environments and events throughout runs can lead to a feeling of repetition, damaging the experience in the long term. Furthermore, ENDLESS Dungeon is a valuable experience for fans of tactical action games and roguelites with its creative strategic gameplay and well-developed atmosphere.

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Even with a slightly disappointing start, nothing is lost for Payday 3. On the contrary: the robberies and shootouts have good qualities, such as competent visuals and performance, good gameplay and great mechanics for cooperative play. The point is that there is still a long way to go to offer a more complete experience, especially compared to its predecessor. While the necessary updates do not arrive, here is a suggestion for fans of the series and anyone who wants to prepare for a future that has the potential to be bright.

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Total War: PHARAOH confirms expectations and delivers one of the best titles in the Total War series in recent years. Although its battles are logically slower and less spectacular compared to the great fantasies of the WARHAMMER trilogy, at no point do they prove less exciting or addictive. To top it off, we still have one of the most interesting campaigns in the series, with several branches and customization options capable of extending the game's lifespan for months and years on end. Becoming pharaoh (or king of the Hittites) is only half the battle; The story of Egypt's reconstruction is more complex than it seems. We, the players, benefit from this.

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Basim's story, while disappointing in some aspects, has a nostalgic bittersweet taste to the true veterans of the Hidden Ones order, as Assassin’s Creed Mirage represents a sort of homecoming by picking the Middle East as the stage for an adventure in which a clean and silent execution will always be the best way. Full of issues? Absolutely. Objectively limited, a product that is always shadowed by the expansiveness of its direct predecessors, [which are] more robust and concise? Safely. Pleasantly fun? There's no doubt about it.

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COCOON is a worthwhile experience for fans of exploration puzzles, especially those who appreciate a surreal touch to the setting. Although it has its challenges and imperfections, the creative ideas and impressive moments throughout the adventure make up for the obstacles that may arise.

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The Fabulous Fear Machine is a rather unique title. The idea of a machine capable of offering control over the world through propaganda, fear and conspiracy was very well executed and proves to be a solid example of speculative horror literature, although the plots of the main campaigns left a little to be desired. Additionally, the game system in its raw form is quite functional and manages to fulfill its purpose of using elements from a strategy game to tell its story. However, it remains very limited as a representative of the genre it tries to fit in. If the game had invested more in improving its systems, the superficiality and even the stereotyping of the stories could have gone unnoticed. Likewise, more elaborate and engaging stories could alleviate the linearity of the gameplay.

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Currently the Avatar franchise has been getting more attention with new productions for TV, streaming, cinema and comics. The rich universe created in 2005 will have many opportunities to attract new audiences and to continue appealing to the fans. However, it's regrettable that the games based on the franchise aren't receiving the same care as the other media.

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Pizza Possum offers a casual and very fun experience, but the increasing difficulty and unbalanced progress can make the game challenging, especially due to the task of collecting crowns with no safety margin when captured. Co-op mode adds a welcome layer of fun, but the fact that it is local only makes this option somewhat limited and underutilized.

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Though the microtransactions create an abyss between players, Disney Speedstorm is a decent racing game. Having such illustrous, charismatic characters and their universes inserted in the races, along with the diary, weekly and thematic events, manages to hide the grinding necessary to obtain a new world a little. Besides that, it doesn't stop being an excellent free option to play with friends, be it separately or locally.

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Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless is yet another high quality game in the franchise and an excellent option for those looking for an agile, frantic tactial RPG very focused on malleable gameplay. Though there's room for improvement in the auto-battle, this is a new apex for the series so far.

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