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I was on the verge of abandoning the review. After completing the short tutorial, I was faced with the task of teaching myself the game in the campaign through learning by doing. Important information is too hidden, too much micromanagement requires my attention, too many functions are simply not accessible to me. But it's worth persevering through the initial difficulties. After I've warmed up to the game a little, I realize how many possibilities are open to me.

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“Mario Kart World” is a bold new beginning that feels fresh, and not just because of the doubling of the drivers. The open world turns the familiar cup structure upside down and also allows for a completely new game mode: the sensational Knockout Tour. It's the best thing that could have happened to “Mario Kart”. There is room for improvement in the unspectacular Free Roam mode, which makes the game world seem boring and empty. The Battle Mode and online multiplayer could also do with more meat on the bone. All in all, however, these are side notes in a well-done, colorful and chaotic overall package. If you own a Switch 2, you should definitely not miss out on this fun.

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“Pro Cycling Manager 2025” remains what it has been for years: an in-depth management simulation for cycling nerds. Full of details, unwieldy, old-fashioned and fascinating at the same time.

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I was expecting “Date Everything!” to be a jokey dating simulation with little to offer apart from its absurd scenario. Instead, I got a game with heart that tells many varied and interesting stories.

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“The Alters” convinces with a great story that brings a new twist to the Robinsonade with the cloning. I have come to love and hate the various Jans, which is mainly due to the brilliant performance by voice actor Alex Jordan.

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I enjoyed my time with the “Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour”. For around eight hours, I played my way through various mini-games and tech demos and learned lots of exciting things about the Switch 2 and Nintendo's past. It's a shame that the game feels artificially stretched out with unspectacular mini-games, annoying collecting tasks and boring quizzes despite its short playing time. If you're not interested in the technical intricacies of the console, deduct another star from the rating and give this paid tutorial a wide berth.

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I will remember “Berserk or Die” not for its design, but for its unique controls. The fact that I can control the strength and distance of my attacks by pressing several keys on the keyboard at the same time draws me incredibly into the game.

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I can understand the critical voices surrounding “Nightreign”. Although I also have experienced enough frustration with the game myself due to the overwhelming start and the lack of options in multiplayer, the familiar “Souls” feeling still gripped me in the end.

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“Deliver at all Costs” is a bold indie debut that isn't afraid to be loud, chaotic and delightfully over-the-top. The mixture of retro aesthetics, physics-based slapstick and satirical story makes the game a fun experience - at least for a short while. Because behind the flashy surface lies a gameplay loop that quickly becomes repetitive.

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"Pixelshire" had the potential to be a charming life simulation. But the awkward controls, counterintuitive game mechanics and confusing presentation are annoying. On top of that, the illogical story is devoid of any real substance. This makes virtual life in “Pixelshire” a real test of patience instead of a cozy experience.

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The mixture of off-road exploration, road building and logging makes “Roadcraft” a very relaxing and potentially addictive experience. I often found myself wanting to lay the foundations of a road “just for a moment”, only to have paved a complete road two hours later.

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“Void Sails” is a playable book with space ships in the Cthulhu Mythos. An absurd mixture that is both captivating and cozy at the same time.

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“SpreadCheat” is a Sudoku-like puzzle game with a lot of 90s charm. In terms of gameplay, it is unspectacular and not very challenging. However, the crude humor kept me entertained during the short playing time.

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“Doom: The Dark Ages” doesn't reinvent the wheel. I get exactly what I expect from the series. Frenetic action against snarling demons. If there's one thing I'd like to see in the next installment, it's a return to horror. Because this Doom Slayer definitely doesn't know fear.

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“Darfall” is not a masterpiece — but a game with character. It brings a familiar but effective mix of base building, survival, tower defense and a touch of action RPG to the screen. However, it still lacks depth in terms of content. The maps and enemy types offer too little variety to keep me hooked in the long term.

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“Promise Mascot Agency” is a ‘love it or hate it’ game. The strange gameplay mix completely captivated me. The constant switching between driving around the cursed city of Kaso-Machi, managing the mascot agency and the thrilling crime background story kept me glued to the controller. I am also fascinated by the unique atmosphere, which impresses with its surreal charm, quirky characters and a superb soundtrack.

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“Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” is a masterpiece and shows how role-playing games with turn-based battles can still feel fresh in 2025. It is very likely to be my JRPG of the year.

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“Lost Records: Bloom & Rage” is the first game in this genre since "Life is Strange" that has captivated me so much with its story.

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There has never been anything quite like “Blue Prince”. The game combines “Myst”, Escape Rooms, “The Crazy Labyrinth” and roguelike elements into a fascinating addictive package. Day by day, room by room, I delve deeper into the world of Mount Holly Mansion. Everything puzzle/roguelike-game that comes after it will have to measure up to this magnum opus. For me, it is already the game of the year.

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I love JRPGs. So I should also love “SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered”. However, I have developed something of a love-hate relationship with the game. The world's visuals and acoustics are unique, I absolutely love them. But I really struggle with the game's confusing story, vaguely explained combat system and unbalanced difficulty. I can therefore recommend “SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered” primarily to hardcore fans of the genre or fans of the franchise who are already familiar with its quirks.

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