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“Darwin’s Paradox!” is short but excellent. Its simple concept shines thanks to challenging gameplay, creative puzzles, and a wonderfully atmospheric presentation. Despite a few minor weaknesses, such as the stealth sections, it’s an easy recommendation for platformer fans.

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In the end, it’s a game that promises more than it delivers. “Nutmeg!” has ideas, style, and character, but nowhere near the depth and clarity needed to stay engaging over time. The concept works for short sessions, but as a full-fledged football manager, it lacks substance.

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“Life is Strange: Reunion” closes a chapter I didn’t even realize was still open. Of course it’s blatantly calculated fan service, but is that really such a bad thing? At a time when the gaming industry often seems to be producing games that miss the community entirely, that almost feels subversive. It isn’t perfect — and that’s a good thing. Life is strange, and sometimes video game reviews are too.

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I stand by it – Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a masterpiece and the best 2D Mario of all time. However, the upgrade isn’t worth the extra cost. In many ways, it feels like Nintendo only did the bare minimum to justify this Switch 2 edition.

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Screamer is clearly a passion project, and the developers’ enthusiasm shows. The Echo system is clever, the visuals are strong, and the scope is impressive. However, forced vehicle choices, an uneven difficulty curve, and a story mode that gradually wears down your patience hold it back. Many ideas are exciting but feel underdeveloped, leaving an anime racer that ultimately loses sight of its own potential.

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At 36 hours, I practically raced through Death Stranding 2. You could easily spend twice as long on the game. There’s plenty to do. It’s thanks to the asynchronous multiplayer and the much more accessible transport system that I was able to get through it so quickly. But also because “Death Stranding 2” no longer exudes the same fascination as the first instalment. Many elements of the story are too repetitive, and despite new transport options, the gameplay no longer exudes the same originality as it did back in 2019.

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If you look up the term ‘open world’ ‘Crimson Desert’ is bound to be listed right next to it. Because you can’t get much more open-world than that. It offers a world in which you can completely lose yourself. What could be better?

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Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection” isn’t flawless. The story drags, most characters barely register, and too many cutscenes feel like filler. But the combat and progression? Pure satisfaction. The fail‑learn-master loop is addictive, and exploration always rewards you. This one’s for players who live for deep gameplay over cinematic storytelling.

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Lots of shooting, silly one-liners and little brainwork: if that appeals to you, you might like John Carpenter's Toxic Commando. This co-op zombie game expands on the Left 4 Dead formula with vehicles and the satisfying mud physics from Snowrunner. The open levels invite you to explore, and the missions offer enough variety – even though they always end with a wave of zombies bigger than your pile of shame.

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Docked is a surprisingly relaxing work simulation, letting you master heavy machinery and bring order to a living, bustling harbor.

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Pokémon Pokopia reignited my fading love for the series. This cozy life sim shines with its unusual setting and mystery-filled world. Rebuilding abandoned ruins, attracting new Pokémon, and caring for them is deeply satisfying. Its surprisingly deep mechanics offer impressive freedom, whether I’m constructing homes, crafting items, or exploring alongside Pokémon companions. Packed with charm and attention to detail, it constantly evokes a sense of wonder and nostalgia. In short, Pokémon Pokopia is finally a truly great Pokémon game — and better than anything the mainline series has delivered in the past decade.

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Resident Evil Requiem delivers a bloody blend of classic survival horror and frantic action. I love creeping through dark corridors with Grace, solving puzzles and hiding from zombies, just as much as I enjoy Leon’s sections, where I can let loose and land satisfying headshots. Clever level design and strong mechanical contrasts create perfectly balanced pacing while giving both characters room to shine. Impressive visuals, responsive controls, and punchy sound design round out the experience — it’s just a shame the wild ride ends after roughly ten hours.

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Styx: Blades of Greed is a game of sharp contrasts. It boasts some of the most impressive vertical level design the stealth genre has seen in years. Clinging to the pillars of the “Wall” hundreds of meters above the abyss creates a thrilling sense of momentum reminiscent of the series’ best moments. New mobility tools and tactical crafting reward careful planning and experimentation. Yet this strong foundation is undermined by inconsistent AI and technical rough edges in the camera and controls, making failures feel unfair. Add a flatter narrative and a more subdued take on Styx’s humor, and what remains is a solid stealth adventure for purists — one that ultimately lacks the final polish needed to rule the genre.

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The Mermaid’s Curse doesn’t beg for attention. It remains quiet, focused, and at times unsettling. It trusts me to read, to think, to fail, and to try again. That trust makes it one of the strongest adventure games I’ve played in recent times. It’s bold, innovative, and channels the spirit of Square Enix’s golden era in the late 1990s.

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I can climb in every other game. None of them make me sweat as much as Cairn. At the same time, it exudes a sense of calm, as if I were standing alone on the mountaintop.

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High on Life 2 improves on everything from its predecessor. The game skillfully combines clever satire with surreal, meta-humor and numerous pop culture references. Gameplay, story and jokes are tightly intertwined, creating a unique and incredibly funny symbiosis. The game offers enough ideas for a dozen titles. The mission design is full of variety, and the gunplay has received a significant upgrade. Particularly noteworthy are the brilliant skateboard mechanics, which shake up both the level design and the shooter gameplay. Unfortunately, poor technical implementation and visual issues accompany this otherwise thoroughly enjoyable sci-fi package.

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Reanimal's cinematic camera work, outstanding sound design, and varied set pieces pull me into a suffocating world steeped in horror. From a gameplay perspective, however, the experience falls short of its potential. Trying to equally accommodate both single-player and co-op seems to limit creative freedom. There’s a noticeable lack of ambition when it comes to meaningfully evolving the established formula or experimenting with new ideas.

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Romeo is a Dead Man is an average action brawler with noticeable technical shortcomings. However, its artistic vision deserves the highest praise. Trashy dialogue, outrageous cutscenes, and wild pop-culture references make the game feel truly unique.

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Mario Tennis Fever gets a lot right and offers a solid amount of content, even if many of its single-player modes are on the easy side. The game truly shines in multiplayer. The tennis gameplay is fast-paced, and the controls feel intuitive and reliable. The wild “Fever” rackets expand the core mechanics with devastating special attacks. The system works well, even though doubles matches can sometimes descend into excessive chaos. Visually, Mario Tennis Fever shows major improvements over its predecessor, with the exception of the rather dull environments in Adventure Mode.

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I’m a bit annoyed at our 5-point scoring system right now. Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties is a classic 7/10 kind of game. The foundation is solid, the story is gripping, and the amount of side content is generous. But what good are 100 side quests if 90% of them are painfully boring? Why isn’t Okinawa used to its full potential? And why does Dark Ties feel more focused on Kanda than on Mine? In the end, that leaves a slight sense of disappointment — and the question of whether RGG Studios can find their footing again. I really hope they do.

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