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WARNO is a worthy successor to its predecessors that will delight many Cold War enthusiasts. However, it certainly won’t be for everyone—and that goes for fans of the older installments as well. Choose based on what you hope to get out of it.

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Manor Lords is a fantastic building strategy game set in the late 14th century in what is now Bavaria. The game is more of a simulation of everyday life in a medieval fiefdom. The combination of building strategy with war elements reminiscent of Total War works brilliantly and raises the bar yet again. On top of that, everything feels incredibly organic and lively. The Burgage Plots system is brilliantly implemented, and the atmosphere is further enhanced by excellent graphics and sound design. This game has tremendous potential, and if everything goes well, it will undoubtedly become a huge time sink. For me, it’s the biggest surprise of the year.

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Spellforce: Conquest of Eo is an interesting departure from the classic Spellforce series, emphasizing turn-based battles and drawing stylistic inspiration from games like Age of Wonders and Heroes of Might and Magic. This change may not appeal to everyone, especially fans and veterans of the series. However, thanks to its intuitive and simple gameplay, it opens the door to newcomers who would like to explore the Spellforce universe but have avoided it so far. Seven out of ten.

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Stellar Blade is an exceptionally well-executed example of how the objectification of the female body hasn’t had the last word in the gaming industry—but even without that, it would still be a great game that successfully blends action-packed combat with adventure and RPG elements. An engaging story full of mysteries and twists gives Stellar Blade its real spark, and if you enjoyed the demo, you’ll be thrilled by the rest of the game. The spectacular finale is just the icing on the cake. The only things missing from perfection are more responsive controls—especially during acrobatic sequences—and better English voice acting.

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Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut for PC is an exceptional port that faithfully brings the fascinating world of Tsushima to a new platform. The developers at Nixxes Software have done a great job with optimization, ensuring smooth and seamless performance. The game stands out for its visual beauty, complex combat system, and deep story that draws players into the conflict between tradition and honor. Despite a few hiccups, Jin Sakai’s arduous journey remains one of the best samurai adventures available on the market. Even if you’ve already played the console version, the PC port is undoubtedly a must-play for you.

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Dread Delusion is a promising title that offers players both an intriguing story and a unique day-and-night cycle. However, its repetitive side quests may be less appealing to some players. This title is certainly intended for all players who enjoy atmospheric and dark RPGs with a compelling story. If you stick to the main storyline, it will take you about ten hours to complete, but beyond that, it offers another thirty hours of entertainment. So hop aboard the airship and set off on an adventure!

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SOUTH PARK: SNOW DAY! attempted to branch out by bringing a new experience to the South Park gaming universe, but unfortunately failed in many respects. Repetitive gameplay, technical issues, and—above all—the absence of the signature humor and satire that are the backbone of this franchise leave fans feeling rather disappointed. There may be some who appreciate the cooperative gameplay, but even that won’t be enough to keep players coming back to the game.

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Jawbreaker is a brutal, atmospheric stealth game that delivers an intense and unforgettable experience. You’ll find ruthless enemies, interesting environments, a spooky soundtrack, and puzzles. If you’ve ever played any of Vincent’s games or are a fan of horror and stealth action, you definitely shouldn’t miss this title. I like that there aren’t any traditional jump scares—that just makes the game keep you in a constant, mounting state of fear all the more. I’ll admit the final boss disappointed me, but other than that, I thoroughly enjoyed playing it.

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Extremely Powerful Capybaras is a cute, colorful game featuring capybaras—though they aren’t quite as cute as they might seem at first glance. These fighters are relentless, and in my opinion, some of them are a bit tricky to control. Still, this game has its own charm and is, so to speak, addictive, because you’ll want to complete all the arenas at any cost. I also like the option to play with friends. Hopefully, an expansion with more arenas will be released soon.

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Contra: Operation Galuga is a fantastic return to the classic 2D run-and-gun shoot ’em up genre, in the legendary style of the NES Contra. The new visual style suits the game perfectly, and everything is enhanced by the series’ signature soundtrack. The game also features several new levels, a rogue-lite-style Perk Shop, and weapon upgrades. This nostalgic experience is slightly marred by finicky control settings that require frequent re-saving and the need to use a controller during co-op play. However, if you’re a Contra fan and aren’t put off by the higher price, this game definitely won’t disappoint you.

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HELLDIVERS 2 is a fantastic co-op shooter that will keep you and your friends glued to the screen for hours. The game has some shortcomings, such as limited gameplay content and repetitive missions, as well as a few bugs, like texture glitches. Still, it’s a fun game, and you’ll be willing to overlook these flaws because it more than makes up for them with its many other strengths.

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In my opinion, Ylands is a very promising exploration adventure game that offers players a vast and diverse sandbox environment. The game’s intuitive editor and multiplayer features enhance its replayability, although some may find it repetitive after a while. Community-driven games, however, offer a welcome diversion in the form of some truly creative experiences. Of course, most of these are just silly little games that last a few minutes. If you’re mainly interested in survival, be sure to purchase the “Explorer” DLC directly within the game. On the other hand, if you want to let your creativity run wild, you’ll definitely have a blast with the editor mentioned above.

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Botany Manor is a charming, atmospheric game that combines logic puzzles with a relaxing experience set in a picturesque Old English setting. Thanks to its creative challenges and a compelling story about overcoming obstacles, the game will win over many fans who appreciate its deeper meaning and aesthetic quality. The game offers creative and entertaining puzzles that, while not overly challenging, are still a pleasant mental exercise. Botany Manor proves that even small projects can deliver great experiences.

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King Arthur: Legion IX is a well-crafted tactical RPG featuring turn-based combat from an isometric perspective that makes excellent use of the universe of the original game, King Arthur: Knight's Tale. The story, which involves the lost Roman Ninth Legion, is well-written, and the game skillfully weaves together Christian, Celtic, and Roman mythology. Compared to the original game, the character skill tree is a bit simpler here, yet each character remains unique thanks to their own ultimate ability. The difficulty has also been significantly increased; the AI does an excellent job of maneuvering its units and presenting you with real challenges. The game features a very pleasant, intuitive interface, and if you enjoyed King Arthur: Knight’s Tale, you’ll be right at home. Unfortunately, compared to its predecessor, it does feel somewhat austere.

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Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is an excellent sequel that will draw you into a new adventure. The developers at Ninja Theory have done a great job of portraying mental illness. The game’s only major drawback is its high price relative to the content it offers. You’ll finish the story in just under seven hours, and later you’ll have the option to replay it through new narrators.

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Despite all the negatives, I have to give Sand Land a positive review. It certainly pays a fitting tribute to the original creator. The main story alone is worth playing, and I can highly recommend it. However, I believe there will be many players who will enjoy all the side activities as well. Whether it’s worth the hefty price of 59.99 euros that publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment will ask you to pay is something you’ll have to decide for yourself. I had a lot of fun playing it, and Sand Land is a pleasant surprise for me.

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TopSpin 2K25 marks a welcome return for the famous tennis series. The career mode is really well done; gaining experience and improving your player feels satisfying, as does the need to manage fatigue and exhaustion to prevent injuries. What might be a bit of a letdown for some players, however, is the somewhat more complex keyboard controls. The players’ visuals also don’t quite live up to expectations, but fortunately, the game’s on-court visuals and gameplay more than make up for it.

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Dragon's Dogma II will delight RPG fans and fans of the first game. It’s a game for those seeking a challenge and craving the freedom to explore without modern “hand-holding.” Despite some technical shortcomings and a story that drags in places, it more than makes up for it with a superbly executed combat system and extensive character customization options. If you’re willing to overlook a few things, the game will reward you with hours of fun. It’s just a bit of a shame that the developers didn’t try to offer a little more than just an improved version of the first game.

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All in all, MotoGP 24 isn’t a bad game at all. However, it could use a little more polish and much more innovation to justify the €49.99 price tag. The game offers a slightly improved career mode with the addition of race stewards and a rider market, but nothing more. On the other hand, it still falls short due to its flawed artificial intelligence and the implementation of adaptive AI, which, in my experience, doesn’t work very reliably yet. For owners of the previous installment, there probably isn’t much reason to upgrade. As for newcomers, I can recommend MotoGP 24, but be sure to at least turn off the adaptive AI while racing. Then you might get a quality racing experience that fully suits your preferences. Six and a half points out of ten.

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Creative Assembly continues to enrich its game with high-quality content, whether free or paid. I can wholeheartedly recommend Thrones of Decay to fans of Total War: WARHAMMER III. Like its predecessors, this expansion introduces three new lords with unique mechanics, a wide variety of units, and several more hours of entertainment. What’s more, the price for all three new characters (just under 700 CZK) is very reasonable.

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