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As is clear from the previous paragraphs, Earthion is an excellent addition to the collection of any fan of shoot ’em ups and 16-bit games in general. It’s accessible even to players who don’t want to spend long hours practicing, offering fun gameplay mechanics and, above all, masterful visuals. Earthion thus also serves as compelling evidence for the claim that consoles nearly 40 years old can still run games that appeal to today’s players.

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Little Nightmares III feels as if it’s afraid of its own shadow. The tension, which should be building, tends to stagnate instead. In the moments when the game tries to create intensity, indifference sets in instead of anxiety. Everything looks right, but it doesn’t get under your skin. Maybe it’s because Low and Alone aren’t as distinctive characters as Six and Mono. Maybe it’s because their world feels less personal. Maybe it’s simply because Supermassive Games chose safety over risk.

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Killing Floor 3 is a game full of contradictions and wasted potential. The core gameplay is absolutely phenomenal and ranks among the best the genre has to offer. However, this excellent foundation is built on a surprisingly hollow and unfinished structure. A critical lack of content, a fundamentally flawed weapon progression system, less emphasis on co-op, and numerous technical issues make the full game feel more like a paid Early Access title. It’s fantastic, mindless fun for a few hours, but it runs out of steam very quickly and fails to live up to the rich legacy of its legendary predecessor.

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Battlefield 6 is a game that sets the series on a new path. It delivers exactly what we wanted from it—massive, intense, and visually and aurally stunning battles that will keep you engrossed for hours on end. It proves that even after years of searching, the series can once again take up arms and fight for supremacy on the digital battlefield. And this time, it has some truly powerful ammunition. So, friends, “see you on the battlefield.”

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Yooka-Replaylee is a well-crafted “collectibles” platformer whose laid-back nature makes it the ideal game for relaxing or playing with kids. All the key mechanics work well, and the game is free of the major flaws that players and reviewers criticized in the original Yooka-Laylee. However, when compared to Astro Bot, Nintendo’s platformers, and even some indie titles (Nikoderiko, the Ori series), Yooka-Replaylee falls short. Not because it’s a bad game, but because its gameplay is too simple and it feels mainly like a collection of various mini-games.

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Boxville 2 is a delightful adventure game that builds on the charm of its predecessor and expands upon it in every way. It offers longer gameplay, more diverse environments, and more challenging puzzles that—despite occasionally illogical solutions and the absence of hints—keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering what lies around the next corner. Triomatica Games has once again proven that even a small team can create a title that surprises and warms the heart. If you’re looking for poetic adventure games with a touch of originality, Boxville 2 is the clear choice.

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Just as I fell in love with the original Until Dawn years ago, I was completely absorbed by the newer The Quarry. If you enjoy story-driven games and love a good scare, there’s no reason to hesitate. There are still a few flaws to be found in the game—the camera work indoors can be frustrating, some decisions and QTEs feel superficial, and given how the relationships between the characters intertwine, we deserved more than just a simple “did the character survive or not” at the end. But that doesn’t change the fact that the game provided me with entertainment and suspense for several evenings and evoked emotions that resonated with me long after I finished playing.

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EA Sports FC 26 is a step in the right direction for players who have long wanted more authenticity in gameplay. The new Authentic Gameplay allows for a more tactical, slower-paced, and realistic soccer experience, where every decision on the field carries weight. Offline players and Career Mode fans finally have reasons to keep coming back to the game. On the other hand, FUT still suffers from aggressive monetization, and some game mechanics could use a more thorough overhaul. FC 26 is a solid evolution of the series, but it’s still waiting for a true revolution.

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Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream is a beautiful and polished stealth game that excels as a meticulously designed puzzle. If you’re looking for creative freedom and sandbox-style options, you’ll be sorely disappointed by its strict linearity. However, if you want a superbly crafted game, a story with layers of subplots, and brilliant puzzles, this is the one for you. For a debut from a new studio, this is an unexpectedly mature and impressive title—and who knows, maybe the North isn’t just about Vikings.

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Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance: Uprising is definitely a step in the right direction, adding exactly what fans have been asking for: a broader, nonlinear campaign where every move counts and where the resistance finally feels like a real army fighting to survive. At the same time, however, it shows that the developers have so far only opened the door to greater possibilities without actually filling them with content. Conquest mode is fun and engaging, but after a while it starts to suffer from monotony and a lack of depth. However, if you enjoyed the original Defiance and are looking for a reason to return to it, Uprising will definitely give you one. It’s a solid expansion that takes the game further and showcases its potential.

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Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition proves that even a title originally designed for virtual reality can work as a full-fledged game for a broad audience. The atmosphere of Alien is still very much alive here—dark corridors, nerve-wracking sounds, and the constant feeling that death is lurking around the corner. With a bit of exaggeration, it’s a successful blend of Alien: Isolation and Aliens: Colonial Marines that manages to entertain, and if you’re a fan of the series and haven’t had the chance to play the VR version, the Evolved Edition is the clear choice.

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All in all, Skygard Arena has everything it takes to become a favorite among fans of turn-based tactical games. If you’re looking for a game that challenges you to think and experiment with different strategies, while offering both an engaging single-player campaign and competitive multiplayer, then you shouldn’t miss Skygard Arena. Gemelli Games has succeeded in creating a world that draws you in, along with gameplay mechanics that will keep you on the edge of your seat and thinking strategically for hours on end.

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Ghost of Yōtei is one of those titles you can point to when you want to argue that Sony’s flagship line of prestigious games is still going strong and delivering great results. Not only does it strive to offer players a cinematic experience, but it is itself informed by cinematic aesthetics and draws more from them than from historical reality. It’s a captivating game suitable for virtually all types of players—except, perhaps, those who were hoping that Sucker Punch wouldn’t just offer a variation on Tsushima, but would take things a step further.

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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a very difficult and perfectly balanced 2D pixel-art platformer. If you love action platformers and high difficulty is what you’re looking for, Ragebound is a great choice. If you’re mainly looking for a relaxing gaming experience, though, you’re better off staying away. You’ll spend plenty of time practicing and dying over and over again against every boss. It’s not for the impatient. It often wears me out, and I have to take breaks lasting several days. Ragebound is an intense game that offers a great sense of satisfaction when you defeat any boss.

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Borderlands 4 is a game that builds on the solid foundation of its past while also striving to move into the future. It features a massive arsenal of weapons, dynamic combat, charismatic characters, and an open world that won’t let you catch your breath. If you’re a fan of the series, there’s no question about it. If you’re new to the series, get ready for a serious dose of chaos, humor, and shooting that will keep you entertained for dozens of hours. Yes, the game has its flaws, the biggest of which is its technical issues—specifically, crashes—which is exactly what drags the game down so badly. Once the technical issues are ironed out and everything is fixed, this title will undoubtedly become a major time sink.

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NBA 2K26 represents a significant and welcome step in the right direction. After years of stagnation and controversial changes, the developers have focused on what matters most: gameplay on the court. Thanks to the new shooting system and significantly improved movement, playing basketball is more fun and satisfying than ever before. Add to that the best MyCareer story mode in recent years and an unrivaled audiovisual presentation, and we have a contender for the best installment in the series in a long time. However, the game still stumbles in the same, all-too-familiar areas: the neglect of offline modes, the ever-present shadow of microtransactions, and the W campaign.

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Super Robot Wars Y is a fantastic and energetic celebration of mecha anime that knows exactly what fans want and serves it up in massive doses. Although it suffers from a few notable shortcomings, such as a poor user interface and a dull visual presentation outside of battles, everything is instantly forgiven and forgotten the moment the first battle animation lights up the screen. The core gameplay is deep, addictive, and surprisingly accessible. The sheer joy of seeing your favorite robots team up to the accompaniment of their iconic songs is simply an experience you won’t find in any other game—and one that reliably outweighs all its shortcomings. If only it weren’t for all those hours of grinding… oh well.

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Phoenix Point is a game that aims to appeal primarily to fans of deeper tactical games. It doesn’t pander, makes no compromises, and refuses to hold players’ hands. The reward, however, is an extremely satisfying sense of accomplishment from a well-executed mission, from thoughtful team development, and from geopolitical decisions that change the face of the world. If you can overlook the game’s minor flaws—occasional UI glitches and sometimes unbalanced enemy difficulty—you’ll find a gem for those who love challenges, tactics, and a compelling atmosphere.

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Midnight Fight Express is a hidden gem in the fighting game genre and a testament to what the vision of a single talented creator can achieve. It’s a pure, uncompromising, and immensely satisfying beat ’em up that makes you feel like an invincible action hero. While the story is just a distraction to be ignored, the phenomenally crafted combat, breathtaking animations, and electrifying soundtrack effortlessly carry the entire experience on their shoulders. The only risk is that your fingers will get tired from all that frantic button-mashing.

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If you're a fan of Donkey Kong and want to stretch out his new adventure a little longer, Emerald Rush gives you a solid reason to come back. But if you've already finished the main campaign and are expecting a revolution, you might be better off saving your bananas for something else.

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