Uagna's Reviews
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage is a highly successful remake, probably the best way to relive this historic installment today. It doesn't offer a memorable narrative or a particularly rich single-player offering outside of World Stage, but it makes up for it with a still-exceptional combat system, an online experience that's finally up to date, and a very solid technical implementation even on Switch 2. For those who want to rediscover the series or rediscover it in its most refined form, it's really hard to ask for more.
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Super Meat Boy 3D marks a triumphant return for the little, battered meat-and-bone man. It’s a game that’s just as brutal as we expected – in some cases even too much so, due to a few shortcomings in the level design and perspective. Despite this, it’s a spectacular game: get ready to break a few controllers, because your patience will be put to the test right from the very first levels.
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Crimson Desert represents an impressive milestone in the open-world genre, offering a virtually endless array of things to explore, activities to undertake and enemies to face. However, it is not a perfect game: there are moments when the clarity of the mechanics and the user-friendly nature of a title of this scale seem to disappear. Many games promise too much and then disappoint. Crimson Desert is not one of them.
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Icarus arrives on consoles and sets the tone straight away: forget about relaxing strolls; this is a survival game from Dean Hall featuring a magnetic yet ruthless gameplay loop, where devastating storms and ferocious predators will keep you constantly on your toes. Planning every move to survive the relentless environmental physics will give you an unrivalled adrenaline rush. However, be prepared to battle against a technical side that’s still a bit shaky: noticeable frame drops, clunky menus and a truly slow early-game farming phase risk melting your wax wings before their time. Despite these flaws and a bestiary that is at times inconsistent, Icarus remains a fascinating hardcore experience, recommended without reservation to veterans of the genre; novices, however, are warned: the fall could be disastrous.
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New Super Lucky’s Tale returns with an updated and improved version of the game’s first re-release, refining the technical aspects just enough to bring it up to date. These are minor changes, but they’re welcome nonetheless, giving the game a fresh lease of life. Admittedly, the difficulty level remains low for most of the adventure, but if you’re looking for a light-hearted, undemanding platformer, New Super Lucky’s Tale is the game for you.
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Bungie's latest game, Marathon, marks the return of a historic franchise in a whole new way, transforming it into an extraction shooter. The result is better than we expected, after the initial cold sensations (and initial hours of general confusion): the shooting is excellent, the atmosphere and art direction are striking, even if getting into this world is not at all easy. Unfortunately, two major questions remain: the content is currently limited, and above all... how long will it really last?
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Ghost of Yōtei: Legends may not shine in terms of its narrative, but it makes up for this with solid gameplay, a well-designed structure and excellent presentation. Furthermore, the fact that new content is on the way makes it even more appealing in the medium term. If you own Ghost of Yōtei, this is an expansion that is definitely worth trying out.
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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach remains a divisive experience, true to Hideo Kojima’s artistic vision. Months after its release on PS5 and with its PC debut, the game continues to spark debate due to its unique approach: it does not aim for instant entertainment, but rather to evoke emotions through gameplay. Kojima’s latest work stands out for its successful blend of atmosphere, storytelling, symbolism and audiovisual impact, underpinned by the excellent Decima Engine. The PC port, developed by Nixxes Software, is technically excellent: smooth performance, support for modern technologies such as DLSS, FSR and Ray Tracing, as well as extensive graphical customisation. The gameplay remains deliberately slow-paced and serves the narrative. Compared to the first instalment, environmental variety and technical quality have improved, though without revolutionising the formula. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a unique and captivating experience, particularly for those who appreciate a contemplative pace and a strong authorial voice.
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MLB The Show 26 once again confirms the series' solidity. It doesn't revolutionize the formula, but it improves it in several key aspects, offering an extremely refined and content-rich sports experience. For baseball fans, it remains simply the most complete simulation available today.
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With a staggering amount of content, the series' most complete roster, and a revamped physics engine with some excellent new features, WWE 2K26 is a must-have for fans and, at the same time, the best starting point for those new to the series. The move away from previous-generation consoles has allowed developers to make significant strides in gameplay: the result is much more believable and enjoyable wrestling, although the gameplay mechanics still need some refinement to shake off the series' signature flaws.
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John Carpenter's Toxic Commando isn't the new king of cooperative zombie shooters, but it's still a fun, solid title brimming with personality. It has some noticeable rough edges, especially when played solo or if you're looking for more generous and refined progression systems, but when played with friends, as intended, it really comes into its own. It's a loud, brutal, and delightfully trashy experience, capable of offering several hours of chaos and fun to anyone willing to get swept up in its madcap spectacle.
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1348 Ex Voto is a failed experiment. The concept is interesting, but its potential is completely unrealized. Ultimately, it's a frustrating game to play, with a negligible (and neglected) plot. The beautiful landscapes and evocative lighting aren't enough to sustain the game, which feels crude and unfocused, despite some moments featuring some good visuals.
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Minishoot' Adventures is a small independent gem that cleverly blends shoot-em-ups, bullet hell, Metroidvania, and Zelda-like genres. It doesn't really reinvent the genres it touches on, but it meticulously combines them to transform a simple idea into something special. The beginning can be challenging and a bit disorienting, but those who give it the time will be rewarded with a surprisingly deep, fun, and memorable experience.
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Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake thrives on light and shadow. Although the gameplay has been revamped with welcome additions such as dodging and the enhancement of the Camera Obscura, on the other hand we have a product that could certainly have done more, especially from a technical point of view. Nevertheless, those who loved the 2003 original will find this remake an excellent reason to immerse themselves once again in the village of Minakami. Those approaching it for the first time, on the other hand, may find it difficult to digest the various choices made by the Japanese team.
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Thanks to gameplay and a structure that are much more modern than the previous Legacy of Kain games remastered by Aspyr, Defiance is free to shine on modern systems. We highly recommend picking up this video game: you may miss out on some of the narrative background, but the excellent synergy between Kain and Raziel, combined with macabre and iconic settings, is a pleasure for the eyes and the mind.
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There's not much to say: City Hunter wasn't spectacular back then, and it isn't spectacular now. What a shame.
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Homura Hime is an extremely entertaining indie action RPG, thanks to a formula that blends high-speed character action combat with intense 3D bullet hell mechanics. Inspired by titles such as NieR: Automata and Bayonetta, the game focuses on spectacular combos, accessible but technical parries, and closed arena battles that reward aggression and precision. The protagonist, an exorcist known as the Princess of Flame, faces archdemons born of distorted emotions in a narrative that intertwines Japanese folklore and psychological introspection. Artistically, the anime aesthetic is meticulously detailed and enriched by high-quality Japanese voice acting. Originally a student project, the title demonstrates ambition and a clear stylistic identity.
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Planet of Lana 2 follows in the footsteps of the first instalment, proving to be a solid, inspired, moving and artistically valuable sequel. The strength of this single-player adventure lies in the variety of puzzles and the constant alternation of characters and elements controllable by the player, who must necessarily think on several fronts to bring the two protagonists to safety. A beautiful, short adventure for delicate souls.
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Resident Evil Requiem is not a flawless title. The plot may not satisfy everyone, and the repeated shift between horror and action is undoubtedly divisive. However, in our opinion, Capcom's new instalment succeeds in something extremely difficult: bringing together the two opposing souls of the series. The game is excessive, melodramatic and sometimes even absurd, but precisely for this reason, it is deeply faithful to the spirit of Resident Evil.
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Reigns: The Witcher brings the minimalist formula of Reigns to the world of the Witcher, thanks to a collaboration between Nerial and CD Projekt. The system remains faithful to the original: quick decisions are made by swiping through cards representing encounters, influencing relationships with humans, non-humans and wizards. Instead of economics, the fourth resource here is monsters, which trigger rhythm game-style combat. The narrative device is brilliant: you don't play the real Geralt, but a fictionalised version invented by Dandelion, with a deliberately ironic and over-the-top tone. 'Inspirations' modify rules and events, increasing replayability and variety. While tackling dark themes such as racism and violence, the game maintains a light-hearted approach, full of references and absurd situations, even if some Game Overs can be frustrating.
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