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Ruined King: A League of Legends Story is, in my opinion, the best game I’ve played this year. I finally got to experience the characters in a way other than through written text. The combat system is brilliantly designed and offers a real challenge. The story is as gripping as can be—I didn’t just click through it this time; I listened to the whole thing and had a good laugh along the way. The atmosphere of Bilgewater is indescribable. All I can say is that I’m looking forward to a sequel—or even the same game set in a different location on Runeterra. This title proves that Riot is taking good care of its baby, Riot Forge.

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Tactical Combat Department is a well-crafted turn-based strategy game set in the real world and centered around special forces. There are no superpowers, undead, or magic, which is quite rare in this genre. The inspiration drawn from the SWAT series has clearly paid off. The game has great potential, but it still has a long way to go before it can truly stand out from its competitors in this category.

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War Mongrels brings some innovative elements to isometric RTS games. The story and characters are really well-written, and the intense atmosphere greatly enhances the gaming experience. The heroes are well-designed and possess unique abilities, making every team member indispensable. The graphics are very well-done and impressive. The game’s brutality and the option to play in combat mode—essentially navigating the map in a shooter-style—make War Mongrels very original and refreshing. However, the game still suffers from some technical issues, which are being gradually fixed. Once the developers manage to polish the game, it will become a top-tier stealth RTS that is sure to captivate players.

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The concept is great, no doubt about it, and so is the atmosphere, but the rest falls short. For the developers to improve the game and make it playable for me, they’d have to completely overhaul it. They should have a maximum of two or three stories per level, and ideally remove the characters from the previous level once it’s completed. They should also sharpen the graphics and remove a lot of the details that just confuse you when solving puzzles, and then LOVE – A Puzzle Box Filled with Stories could be a great, melancholic indie game.

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Bright Memory: Infinite doesn't have a particularly strong story, the main character isn't very interesting, and your arch-enemy is more of a token presence. Still, we’re talking about a solid game that, in terms of gameplay, could rival cult classics like Painkiller or DOOM. It’s a brutal, dynamic ride that doesn’t let you catch your breath for a second. On top of that, you’re treated to a great soundtrack and stunning graphics. I definitely hope we’ll see more games from Mr. Zeng in the future.

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Expeditions: Viking is a well-crafted turn-based RPG that relies on a story-rich game world. The main story is complemented by a wide variety of well-designed side quests that can often leave you scratching your head. You’ll never be sure whether your choice was the right one or if it will have fatal consequences down the line. Your friends can become enemies, and an enemy can eventually become an ally. Unfortunately, the game is starting to show its age, so don’t expect it to meet today’s standards. Nevertheless, it’s a very well-made and challenging RPG that, if you give it a chance, will reward you with hours of entertainment.

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TT Isle of Man 2 is undoubtedly better than its predecessor in every way. The developers at KT Racing have significantly refined the driving model and improved the career mode in many respects. However, the series still has a few shortcomings that slightly detract from the overall experience. Despite this, it’s a great game that should be a staple in any racing simulator enthusiast’s library.

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VenusBlood Frontier International is definitely a great game, and I highly recommend it. The animations, visual design, character backstories, and the various choices you can make all make this a solid title. The only things that might put you off are the confusing tutorial, the unattractive design of the military group menu, or the aforementioned 18+ patch.

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Prison Simulator will undoubtedly provide you with a very entertaining first few hours of gameplay. However, despite the developers’ best efforts, this simulator—as is often the case with this genre—falls into a rut. On the other hand, the game boasts quite nice visuals, flawless optimization, and similarities to various movies and TV shows set in a prison environment. So if you want to try your hand at being a prison guard, this game is just the ticket for you.

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The first installment of TT Isle of Man from KT Racing is more of a technical demo that lays a solid foundation for a potentially successful series in the future. We’ll see how the next installment improves in terms of quality, but the first game reviewed here falls into the “above-average” category due to its mediocre graphics and a driving model that sometimes behaves oddly. However, I certainly wouldn’t write off this series just yet; I’d wait and see how the next installment improves in quality.

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Effie is a charming platformer with a moral lesson, and if you can accept that it’s aimed more at a younger audience—which explains its lower difficulty—you’ll have a few hours of fun. The beautiful world, with its dazzlingly colorful graphics, offers complete freedom to explore. However, nothing comes without its problems, which here take the form of occasional technical glitches and an uninteresting antagonist. Effie isn’t a bad game, but it won’t impress more demanding players.

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I actually ended up enjoying As Far As The Eye, despite the fact that there were moments when I wanted to pull my hair out after making a bad move. It’s beautifully designed, and it’s a joy to watch the little monsters use their magic to build a structure or gather wood. It’s definitely a good idea to think through your moves and, if possible, plan them ahead. It’s definitely not an action game—quite the opposite; it’s better not to rush and to take your time.

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If you’re in the mood for some turn-based survival gameplay and want to take on the desperate struggle of a group of people trying to escape an island with a strange secret, this game is made just for you. Dead in Bermuda is a unique game with an engaging story and characters you’ll either love or hate. So pack your bags and head off to a deserted island.

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The horror title SIMULACRA can entertain you, scare you, and make you think—all for less than four euros. As the saying goes, a lot of music for little money. In my opinion, the game has a very interesting concept and execution; using real actors was a perfect choice, the story will keep you glued to your chair, and the scary atmosphere will keep you on edge. However, the ending will probably disappoint me for a while, as I was expecting something more thought-out and epic.

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At first glance, Devil's Hunt definitely looks like an action-packed, brutal beat-'em-up with an interestingly rendered world and a slightly clichéd story. Unfortunately, that’s just how it appears—it’s a misleading impression. Instead of the action you’ve been longing for, you’ll get more of an interactive movie and a heap of whining. In that case, you’d at least expect well-designed combat, but the combat and other game mechanics will only leave you frustrated. It’s not a completely bad game, you can finish it but it doesn’t leave the best impression.

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Kingdom Come: Deliverance is an amazing game with fantastic production values and breathtaking graphics. It’s a perfect RPG that stays true to the real world and historical accuracy. Thanks to its story, numerous side quests, and activities, the game will become a real time-sink, as it will simply draw you in. Some players might not fully appreciate the unique combat system, which is quite complex at first. However, if you devote a few hours to the game and let it fully guide you through the basics of gameplay, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular experience in a world you won’t want to leave.

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Overall, Paw Paw Paw is a decent beat ’em up that doesn’t take itself too seriously, and its price is commensurate with the few hours you’ll spend playing it. You’ll often have to replay missions because you’ll run into some damn tough enemies, but the short levels help alleviate that stress. The variety within the levels is also really good, but it would be nice to have more moves available. Unfortunately, everything is let down by the weak AI of your companions and unreliable hit detection.

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Vikings – Wolves of Midgard is a well-made game that had great potential. Unfortunately, however, it is slightly let down by the lack of certain elements typical of the chosen genre. In particular, the lack of side quests, dungeons and their looting, and active NPCs is disappointing. The game is essentially a hack-and-slash title without a deep story, though, as I read in a statement before its release, that was exactly what the developers were aiming for. In other words, less of a deep story and plenty of action—and in that regard, they succeeded. The game offers great fun where you’ll be taking down enemies and monsters from rich Norse mythology.

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Ageless stands very well in the ever-growing genre of heavy platformers. It owes this to a great variety of new elements and unique story aspects. The graphical style uses color in a beautiful way and brings the world of Ageless to life. This game thus remains a fun and stimulating experience for any fan of challenging platformers.

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In short, if you like Zelda-like games, you'll love Ocean's Heart, it's a great game. So I can highly recommend it, but with an understanding of what you're getting into. I think it's a well-designed, if a little corny, game that offers a lot to fans of classic Zelda.

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