Uagna's Reviews
Halls of Torment is a surprising fusion of two worlds: the depth and atmosphere of Diablo meets the frenzy and accessibility of Survivors-like games. The result is an experience that captivates from the very first minutes and invites you to return game after game, searching for the perfect combination of skills, equipment and luck. Despite a few minor flaws related to balance and certain limitations in the progression system, Chasing Carrots' game stands out as one of the best representatives of the genre, capable of distinguishing itself and shining in its own right. It is a title that not only pays homage to the classics, but also demonstrates how it is possible to innovate while remaining faithful to one's inspirations.
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Never change a winning team. PowerWash Simulator 2 refines what was already good in the past, offering a relaxing and satisfying experience. The only drawback is FuturLab's failure to experiment with new gameplay features.
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Once Upon A KATAMARI is, ultimately, a successful and intelligent celebration of the original concept, capable of combining nostalgia and novelty with a lightness that does not detract from the depth hidden beneath the playful surface. It's a game that smiles and asks for little, but can convince even the novice to stay glued to the screen to see how big they can make their Katamari; those who loved the series in the past will find many reasons to smile, while those approaching it for the first time will discover a formula that is accessible but surprisingly rich in nuances. If you are looking for an experience that alternates between relaxed moments and frenetic races, with a catchy soundtrack and a multiplayer mode that turns chaos into competition, Once Upon A KATAMARI proves it has enough ideas and character to justify its return to the scene after so long.
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Ninja Gaiden 4 had a difficult task: navigating the heavy legacy of a series that has made difficulty one of its trademarks while also satisfying a new audience looking for deep but accessible action. Yakumo and Ryu's mission was accomplished with flying colours, and the latest addition to the Team Ninja saga is an extremely entertaining action game, but with a combat system ready to be dissected by the most demanding fans.
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Pokémon Legends ZA is a game designed to make you angry. Not because it's difficult or poorly designed: in terms of gameplay, even though it doesn't innovate much and instead relies on tried and tested formulas (real-time battles add a little extra excitement), it works. Aesthetically and technically, however, we are talking about a title that borders on indecency, and no, it cannot be blamed on the Nintendo Switch. ZA is a potentially very interesting video game, trapped inside a terrible shell.
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NASCAR 25 achieves the most important goal of all for what is technically a debut in the series: it lays a rock-solid foundation for the future. The career mode and pit strategy need improvement, but overall it's a lot of fun and we recommend it to fans of oval track racing.
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Yooka-Echo is a good game, full of charm and finally polished as it should have been from the start. It's not perfect, but it manages to reconcile fans of the genre with the idea of a classic 3D platformer adapted to modern times.
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CloverPit seems to be the spiritual successor to Balatro: a roguelite based on gambling, which twists and expands the rules in an ingenious and entertaining way. The title offers hours of gameplay and pure entertainment. After winning a few times, however, it starts to feel a bit monotonous.
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Keeper is the latest original work from Double Fine, which this time takes us into surreal atmospheres reminiscent of Salvador Dalí's paintings. We couldn't play a more unusual protagonist: we are, in fact, a living lighthouse, and it will be up to us to explore a world in search of rebirth. Of course, Keeper suffers from a few technical issues, but it is an experience that will delight players who are looking for original and relaxing works.
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This year, for the first time in years, Just Dance introduces significant changes that alter the experience, preventing players from getting stuck in a rut when choosing what to do in their sessions. There is still little choice for those who pursue a more hardcore style of dancing, but it is certainly a step in the right direction.
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Battlefield 6 is not the absolute masterpiece many had hoped for, but it does enough to reignite a rivalry and competition with Call of Duty that had been missing for too long. While the single-player campaign almost makes you wonder if it was really necessary, the multiplayer offers a very solid experience, with a lot of variety in content and a return to the past that everyone will enjoy. After the flop of BF 2042, the series needed to be reborn, and Battlefield 6 may just succeed in doing so.
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Absolum, the latest work from Dotemu, is not only a beautifully polished side-scrolling beat 'em up, but also adds an extremely fun roguelike component to the classic beat 'em up, especially in co-op mode. The animations and character designs are meticulously crafted, as is the excellent soundtrack. Are you ready to get your hands dirty in a fantasy setting?
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Supermassive Games has done an excellent job of picking up where Tarsier left off. Little Nightmares 3 brings back to the “light” a franchise that has been missing from the gaming scene for years. While sharing some flaws from the past, the new instalment in the series impresses with its well-designed online co-op mode, first-rate aesthetics and attractive budget price.
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Bye Sweet Carole is a point-and-click game with hints of combat, simple puzzles and old-fashioned gameplay. We really liked the character and environment designs, as well as the audio, but that's not enough to make a good video game. Fortunately, it's the right length and can be completed in a few hours without too much hassle.
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It's a very difficult rating to assign, and you probably understand why if you've read this review. Super Mario Galaxy and Galaxy 2 are still two exceptional video games in every respect, perhaps the pinnacle of 3D platformers in the history of video games, and they deserve to be discovered or rediscovered by everyone. The remaster, however, is certainly not memorable, and the launch price does little to reflect the work that has gone into it. The absence of a native version for Switch 2 is also quite inexplicable. The rating you find here attempts to mediate between the unrivalled quality of the two platformers, games that everyone should jealously guard in their library, and the actual realisation of a remastered version sold at a premium price. In essence, two timeless masterpieces... but at a high price.
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Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is a project built with love and respect for Nickelodeon's history, designed primarily for those who grew up with its most iconic characters. The nostalgia factor works well and provides many moments of genuine pleasure, thanks in particular to the carefully crafted soundtrack and a cast of characters beloved by the public. However, beyond the charm of the project, the game does not always deliver on its promises. The gameplay is too often repetitive, the mechanics are shallow, and the progression is not varied enough to sustain the entire experience.
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Without inventing anything new, but rather drawing on some great examples of the JRPG genre, Digimon Story: Time Stranger is probably the best game ever conceived about Toei's digital monsters. It is a title capable of reviving and improving a tried and tested formula, with excellent technical features and passionate artistic direction, capable of exploiting its full potential and delivering a wealth of content. It is difficult to find any significant flaws in Media Vision's excellent work: Digimon fans have finally got their revenge.
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Gameplay is at the heart of FC 26. After years, several fundamental improvements requested by the community have been introduced. The community has been listened to and fully satisfied in this instalment, which confirms itself as one of the most ambitious in the series since before FC.
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The House of Tesla is an engaging graphic adventure filled with clever puzzles, a fascinating story, and beautiful historical details. The atmosphere and excellent models of historical objects draw us into the world of Nikola Tesla. Occasional technical shortcomings undermine the experience, but they do not detract from the overall picture. For lovers of history and logical puzzles, it is definitely a game worth trying.
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We say this without exaggeration: Hades 2 is an absolutely fantastic sequel. Everything we loved in the first instalment returns, enriched with more content, more possibilities and an even more satisfying combat system. Melinoë's new abilities integrate perfectly, even if it was difficult to shake off Zagreus' legacy at first. But, over time, we learn to exploit them and end up slashing enemies with satisfaction. Provided the gods are benevolent, of course...
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