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2521 games reviewed
75.9 average score
80 median score
55.0% of games recommended

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Aug 30, 2018

Two Point Hospital manages that fine balance of nostalgia and new idea while making for a brilliant and fun management sim.

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Dragon Quest XI's strength lies not in defying conventions, but in refining the concepts its predecessors pioneered to the absolute apex of what a Dragon Quest game can be.

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Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is not for newcomers, but provides plenty of great action for series veterans.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Yakuza Kiwami 2
Aug 28, 2018

Yakuza Kiwami 2 is perfect for anyone looking to experience the best of the early Yakuza titles without sacrificing the refined gameplay mechanics and visuals

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While it remains similar to its predecessors in plot and structure, The Final Season: Episode One starts the finale off strong

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10 / 10.0 - The Messenger
Aug 28, 2018

The Messenger's intricate platforming and charming world make for a surprising journey that must be played

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7 / 10.0 - Death's Gambit
Aug 22, 2018

These kinds of games are essentially love-letters to the OGs of the genre, and that sense of affection and praise is evident in the care that went into crafting Death's Gambit, and I would love to see this game become as polished as it deserves to be.

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9 / 10.0 - Shenmue 1 & 2
Aug 21, 2018

When it comes down to it, Shenmue I & II are very much games that helped define the action and adventure genre of 3D games, meaning that for some, the titles, especially the first game, may feel dated, however, for those who can look past that, Shenmue I & II both offer some of the best in storytelling, atmosphere, and charm, that even some other contemporary titles fail to capture.

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Aug 14, 2018

Monster Hunter World is one of the best games of the year, and it shines brightly on the PC.

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9 / 10.0 - Dead Cells
Aug 13, 2018

It's fast and fun; satisfying and elegant. You won't want to put Dead Cells away.

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6.5 / 10.0 - We Happy Few
Aug 9, 2018

We Happy Few is a game that deserves some more time to improve. As it stands, it offers some truly interesting characters in a well realized and intricate story, that unfortunately have been hampered by an overall unpolished feel.

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7.5 / 10.0 - WarioWare Gold
Aug 9, 2018

While unlikely to ever eclipse the popularity of games starring his do-gooder counterpart—lo, art imitates life—Wario's series of wacky microgames nevertheless exudes such raw charisma and fun factor that it's hard not to root for him.

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9 / 10.0 - Yakuza 0
Jul 31, 2018

Yakuza 0 is a great game, and it's PC port keeps the game's charm completely intact.

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8.5 / 10.0 - The Banner Saga 3
Jul 31, 2018

Beautifully hand-drawn artwork coupled with turn-based strategy and meaningful decisions.

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Jul 25, 2018

Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity is a bland and repetitive experience, offering almost none of the quality found it the games that inspired it

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Ys: Memories of Celceta is a good port on the PC, but weak visuals and a forgettable story hold it back.

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7 / 10.0 - Slime-san
Jul 24, 2018

Slime-San mimics what made titles such as Super Meat Boy so different, but despite being beautifully unique, it never reaches the same type of greatness.

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Jul 24, 2018

With its impeccable presentation, its focus on history, and its ability to remix its challenges to make decades-old games feel brand new, Mega Man X Legacy Collection 1 + 2 is a necessity for Mega Man fans.

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Jul 22, 2018

With its impeccable presentation, its focus on history, and its ability to remix its challenges to make decades-old games feel brand new, Mega Man X Legacy Collection 1 + 2 is a necessity for Mega Man fans.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Gunheart
Jul 21, 2018

Gunheart is an over-the-top arcade shooter that plays excellently in both 2D and VR modes, thanks to the inclusion of some tight and fluid controls.

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