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Even though Shadow Labyrinth is a tribute, it's also an adventure completely diverging of what's expected of PAC-MAN's standards, and even with some flaws here and there, it impresses with its robust and potential-filled final result, being a project that pleases fans of the genre and the company's franchises alike.
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The Drifter is an adventure game that recalls great point-and-click classics, but doesn't get too hung up on them. It has a very original and creative story, delivering a very charming game with truly impeccable voice work.
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No Sleep For Kaname Date is a spin-off of the AI: The Somnium Files series, which focuses on sci-fi comedy with creative and challenging puzzles and escape rooms. The game stands out for its visual charm, striking soundtrack, and accessible, yet simple, gameplay. The story is eccentric and fun, but requires a good level of English. For fans of the series, it's a curious addition; for newcomers, it's a good (if strange) introduction to Kotaro Uchikoshi's unique style.
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Star Overdrive is an ambitious game that delivers a lot of fun through its movement mechanics across the open world using a hoverboard. Unfortunately, however, it falls short by going overboard with the addition of systems and mechanics that lack the necessary polish to work as the studio intended, making much of the gameplay loop feel repetitive.
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Mecha BREAK delivers dynamic PvP combat, impressive visuals, and a good variety of mechs, ensuring fun for fans of the genre. The PvPvE mode, however, is repetitive and uninspiring. Aggressive monetization may also drive away casual players, with high prices for unlocks and cosmetics. Still, as a free title, it offers enough content to make the experience worthwhile.
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Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S delivers exactly what it promises: a casual and fun experience with good replay value. It is a game that does not take itself too seriously, and it does not need to. Its value lies in providing quick and engaging matches. With more attention to localization and online matchmaking, it could become one of the essential titles of the new generation on the Switch. For now, it is a good choice for those who enjoy puzzles and appreciate local multiplayer.
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Rematch delivers fun gameplay with great depth, but it does make some missteps in its progression systems, which, combined with some minor bugs, ultimately prevent the title from scoring a spectacular goal in its launch state.
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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach expands on absolutely everything that worked in the first game and smooths out the rough edges of what didn’t go so well, delivering a story that moves and excites from beginning to end, stunning visuals, and refined gameplay mechanics—making the long-awaited sequel Hideo Kojima’s Magnum Opus.
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A classic with a story full of twists, tension, and action. Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut shines with its late ’80s vibe, bringing new features to the Nintendo Switch 2 version.
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Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is an isometric action roguelike that stands out for its original universe centered around luck, risk, and strategic choices. With fast-paced combat, a wide variety of relics, a rewarding progression system, and a memorable art direction, the game delivers a fun, addictive, and technically solid experience. A pleasant surprise among indie titles, it’s a great pick for fans of the genre.
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Ruffy and the Riverside delivers a platform game that pays homage to the classics while also being its own original entry. The core mechanics are innovative and the visuals are utterly charming, and despite the unconventional pace of the plot and the rather flat progression, the game is guaranteed to be fun for fans of 3D platformers.
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Mario Kart World was one of Nintendo’s best decisions with the arrival of the Switch 2. The game is visually stunning, features a nostalgic soundtrack, and offers a large amount of collectible content. Perhaps the biggest downside is, indeed, the price. Even with all the new features, it’s a value that only the most passionate Mario Kart fans will be willing to pay outside of the bundle.
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Hogwarts Legacy on the Nintendo Switch 2 offers an adventure set in Hogwarts, letting you live the life of a student at the most popular and beloved school of witchcraft and wizardry. However, the main story falls short in some areas, with a few plot holes that leave certain questions unanswered. Many of the side quests are engaging and well-written. The game also features dynamic combat, allowing players to create interesting builds — and with the Nintendo Switch 2’s mouse mode, the battles become even more fun.
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RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of The Soulless Army succeeds in staying true to the original 2005 game, bringing some quality-of-life improvements and new content without significantly altering the original experience. Although combat remains the weakest aspect of the paranormal detective’s first solo adventure, RAIDOU Remastered does a great job of introducing the franchise to a new generation of fans while welcoming back longtime followers who have been waiting for the series return.
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Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster brings technical improvements, such as higher resolution and frame rate, while maintaining its memorable art direction and soundtrack. Its Job combat system is strategic and deep. With varied optional content and minigames, it offers a renewed experience, ideal for old and new fans of the JRPG franchise.
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The Siege and the Sandfox delivers a unique mix of tight stealth gameplay and metroidvania exploration, all wrapped in gorgeous pixel art and a rich, Middle Eastern-inspired world. Movement feels sharp and responsive, and the map design constantly rewards players who seek out alternate routes. It’s a challenging but deeply rewarding experience for anyone who enjoys hardcore stealth and smart level design.
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Even with complex gameplay, the game is highly inviting for newcomers to the genre, featuring a well-crafted story and impressive possibilities. The Alters is, so far, the studio's peak and one of the best survival games out there.
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Dune: Awakening is an ambitious experience set in the harsh and unforgiving universe of Arrakis. With an alternate timeline, the game blends MMO and survival elements in a dynamic world filled with moral decisions, unpredictable dangers, and strategic choices.
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A very simple and short game that features a highly nostalgic and creative visual style, along with a storyline that, while rooted in its country of origin, captures the essence of childhood and the magic of football in an almost universal way.
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Elden Ring Nightreign is a great example of recycling content and turning it into a new experience. Even while it stumbles in some technical aspects, it truly shines when it comes to the game's original content.
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