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Agatha Christie - Death on the Nile further enriches the video game series dedicated to Hercule Poirot's great cases. Drawing once again from a timeless classic by the Queen of Mystery, Microids brings to life a fun and engaging graphic adventure. The gameplay is stimulating enough to appeal not only to fans of graphic adventures, thanks in part to the artistic direction of unquestionable personality. At the same time, Death on the Nile reconfirms the atavistic and intrinsic simplicity of the saga, which makes the experience perhaps too guided for more savvy players.
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Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion is an ambitious sequel that attempts to redefine the formula of its predecessor by expanding it in every possible direction. However, the new semi-open world structure, while promising on paper, often proves to be distracting and uninspired in practice, with environments that are too similar and missions that tend to repeat themselves. Nevertheless, it remains an experience with a distinct identity that will satisfy those who are drawn to its “strategic” component. For everyone else, Titanic Scion risks becoming a looping race in an empty world: spectacular at times, but with the handbrake on.
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NBA 2K26 is, without a doubt, the best basketball iteration from 2K in the last 10 years. The ProPLAY engine has been vastly improved over 2K25, resulting in a beautifully crafted game—with a host of gameplay and quality-of-life improvements—backed by exceptional presentation. There are so many different ways to enjoy NBA 2K26 that both veterans and newcomers to the series will instantly fall in love with it. Some modes still favor the long-standing microtransactions as the only path to success, but fortunately, they are less invasive than in the past!
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Heretic + Hexen is yet another successful restoration by the prolific developers at Nightdive Studios. This time around, two classic fantasy shooters from the 90s have been polished up. They are probably unknown to today's audience, but they will make the hearts of those who grew up on FPS games beat faster. Improved performance, a slew of enhancements including multiplayer and quality of life implementations, and two brand new episodes created with id Software. The “usual” sumptuous package from the Vancouver team, a must-have for the most avid fans of the genre, but also for those who want to savor a couple of pages of history.
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Gears of War: Reloaded proves how good games can stand the test of time while preserving their best qualities. In this sense, the re-release of the Epic Games classic revives the same emotions of 2006, this time not only for Xbox and PC audiences but also for PlayStation users, who welcome the saga with enthusiasm. For the record, there are inevitably a few wrinkles, whether due to certain structural choices or constraints of the time. That said, the historic TPS is still relevant and damn fun thanks to a respectful and high-quality remastering.
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Hell Is Us is not a video game for everyone. And in 2025, that's a huge compliment. In an industry that often prefers to play it safe rather than take risks, Rogue Factor has had the courage to create a title that doesn't try to please everyone, but only those who are willing to challenge themselves. If you are among them, you will find yourself immersed in a powerful, dense, visually striking, and narratively elusive and poignant experience. You will get lost, you will get angry, you will go back, you will reread your notes, you will search for meaning. And, in the end, something will stay with you. A feeling. A doubt. A message. It's not perfect — in fact, at times it's deliberately rough, imperfect, unclear. But it's authentic. If you're tired of the usual open worlds, checklists to complete, and cookie-cutter dialogue, then Hell Is Us could be the breath of fresh air you need.
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Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World continues the Kyoto giant's trend of re-releasing its greatest hits from recent years in an improved format and accompanied by new content. In this sense, the re-release is undoubtedly the benchmark for fully appreciating this highly successful chapter. The technical improvements make everything sharper and smoother, while the expansion proves capable of extending the longevity of the original title by introducing stimulating challenges and extra goodies. An unmissable title for all fans of the omnivorous pink ball, but also for all Switch 2 users.
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Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening is a video game that does not seek to revive a forgotten brand or win over new fans. It presents itself as a sincere and carefully crafted tribute, dedicated to a character loved by a niche group of enthusiasts, packaged with respect and passion. It offers an experience based on evocative aesthetics, a charismatic protagonist, and a deliberately retro narrative, but it is not without its gameplay issues, due to a control system that is not always entirely convincing. However, thanks to its frenetic pace and well-crafted atmosphere, the title still manages to entertain and amuse. Those who approach Space Cobra Adventure - The Awakening should do so knowing that they will not find a revolutionary platformer or a “starting point” for the brand in our favorite industry, but simply a tribute to a space pirate with a cigar in his mouth, a swashbuckling heart, and a laser gun in place of his hand.
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Certain works are admired by few and then disappear into the shadows like fragile dreams, experienced only for a single night at the end of summer. Lost Soul Aside is one of these, but it allows itself a rare luxury. It focuses on gameplay, freedom of action, and, in a broader sense, the mental and manual effervescence of the video game player. Of course, there are limitations: a school-like narrative, generic art direction, and a forgettable soundtrack. But these are production sins, the result of budget and compromise, certainly not of ideas or vision. Lost Soul Aside is a successful, solid, and above all entertaining action game, with a combat system that is not afraid to be technical but also inclusive, accessible but also deep. It's a project born from the heart, and that heart is put into every hit, every parry, every cancel. It's a pure work, full of grit, passion, and personality. And that's already more than can be said for many other, much more talked-about titles.
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Cronos: The New Dawn is a competent and extremely solid survival horror game that proves, once again, that thrills are Bloober Team's calling. On closer inspection, the sources of inspiration are many and so obvious that they may leave genre lovers with a feeling of déjà vu. Beyond that, however, the experience remains satisfying thanks to its bleak atmosphere, fascinating script, and gameplay in which every resource truly makes the difference between life and death.
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Metal Eden proves to be a powerful and visceral FPS, perfect for those who love fast-paced action and rewarding high-speed challenges. Despite a setting that is not always original or inspired, characterized by effective but unmemorable visual design and a narrative depth that is decidedly not excellent, the combination of fluid combat, verticality, and mechanics such as the distinctive core extraction (which gives gunplay an extra edge), together with high adrenaline, solid technical performance, and immersive audio, make for a fresh and compelling experience right up to the end. In short, Metal Eden isn't perfect, but we consider it—to date—a very good and promising example for all fans of the futuristic arcade first-person shooter genre.
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Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is an extremely faithful recreation, but with modern graphics and technology. It uses Unreal Engine 5 to render environments, characters, lighting, and animations with a realism that rewrites the original experience, while keeping its soul intact (especially in terms of content, where Konami has decided to proceed with extreme caution, using the same voice acting, the same music—with only one change to the Snake Eater theme—and leaving the story completely unchanged), thus representing a respectful tribute to Kojima's work. The AI in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is one of the most controversial aspects of the remake. Although, as mentioned, the visuals and technical aspects have been significantly modernized, the behavior of the enemies still seems rooted in the logic of twenty years ago, with sudden changes of heart and elite soldier skills that Snake avoids, which contrasts sharply with the aesthetics and gameplay. The new additions, while respecting the structure of the 2004 version, offer greater accessibility and fluidity as well as different gameplay options that will immerse you in this exciting chapter and its atmosphere, dialogues, and epic boss fights. However, in our opinion, it remains a remake more for nostalgics than for newcomers, but if you are willing to embrace its contemplative slowness, long cutscenes, and frequent interruptions due to Codec communications, Delta will take you to a revamped jungle that is still dangerous and decidedly seductive. Although it doesn't do much to establish its own identity, overall it is as much a masterpiece as the original Snake Eater was in 2004.
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Mafia: Terra Madre (Mafia: The Old Country) is a strong return to the tradition of the series, a story of pain, power, and moral compromise, set in a rigorous and authentic early 20th-century Sicily. It is a predictable tale of a man who becomes what he did not want to be, staged with consistency, drama, and historical and cultural care. An intense and compact narrative that speaks more through emotions and atmosphere than gunpowder. All this is accompanied by gameplay that is decidedly derivative, with the exception of a few mechanics, an inconsistent AI, and graphics and technical aspects that, despite the details, lack depth, interactivity, and responsiveness. If you are looking for a direct, intense, cinematic experience, but without the filler and dispersion typical of modern open worlds, this title is definitely for you. However, if you want innovative mechanics, challenging AI, or free exploration, it may be decidedly limited.
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NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound is yet another success for the creators of Blasphemous. The Game Kitchen and the Dotemu label have formed a deadly alliance, giving life to a spin-off of the legendary action saga, drawing on its most classic features and enriching it with modern, frenetic, and exciting ideas. A proudly arcade-style experience that, in keeping with tradition, requires a certain amount of manual skill to enjoy every nuance of the gameplay. Its longevity is not exactly thrilling, and some design choices may not be to everyone's liking, but for action lovers, there is no doubt about it. Even without Ryu Hayabusa, this ninja knows how to be lethal.
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As expected, Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV is the perfect edition to enjoy what is the best party game in the historic franchise. In addition to offering an improved version of the original title, the inclusion of Jamboree TV has allowed developers to focus on a whole series of new mini-games that showcase the technological capabilities of Switch 2. This is where all the relevant assessments come into play: the new television format is rather limited and, moreover, can only be fully enjoyed if you have a camera, in order to get the most complete and refreshing experience. Despite Jamboree's undeniable qualities, it is still a fundamental title for laughing and having fun with friends and family. However, those who have already played it and are not eager for the additions in this version may not be particularly intrigued by the prospect of upgrading.
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Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 delivers a visually stunning and technically polished experience, clearly crafted with fans of the series in mind. From the animations to the soundtrack and cinematic sequences, every element is recreated with genuine passion and deep respect for the source material. The love for the original work is evident in every stylistic choice, making it almost impossible not to appreciate. That said, the exploratory segments fall a bit flat, interactions lack depth, and while the combat system is refined, its simplicity may cause it to lose its edge over time. Still, this is a game we wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who loves Demon Slayer and wants to relive its most iconic moments firsthand. And finally—dare we say it—this time there’s plenty of content and fanservice to satisfy the core audience. For its intended fans, this time, they got it right.
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Wild Hearts S on Nintendo Switch 2 is a bold attempt at porting: it's not technically perfect, quite the contrary (with inconsistent performance for a title that is two years old), but it still manages to bring an IP that we believe is underrated back into the spotlight, offering unique mechanics, customization, and cooperative gameplay for up to four players that hold up quite well. In particular, the Karakuri system, a unique mechanic that allows the player to build wooden constructs and tools in real time, supported by an excellent combat system and good equipment, will delight you. If you enjoy titles such as Monster Hunter, Toukiden, or Dauntless, but want a touch of structural innovation and less “grind” with plenty of portability, Wild Hearts S is a fresh and exciting choice in the “monster hunter” landscape. If you've already spent time playing Wild Hearts on other platforms since its release in 2023 and are wondering whether or not it's worth returning to action, there's nothing about the Switch 2 version, apart from the ability to play on the go, that's worth a new run.
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Luto is one of the most ambitious indie debuts of 2025. It is not a conventional horror game, but rather a silent and oppressive exploration of the suffering mind. If you're looking for immediate thrills or dynamic gameplay, this probably isn't for you: Luto isn't designed for those seeking classic or adrenaline-fueled interaction, but for those who want a dense and intimate experience. The game asks you (almost forces you) to slow down, observe, interpret, and, above all, feel. It may not satisfy players who love complex systems or constant action, but it is extremely effective in engaging the player on an emotional and sensory level. If you are willing to immerse yourself in a reflective, disturbing, and deeply human experience, Luto is a journey that will undoubtedly leave its mark on you.
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 represented a turning point in the series, striking a perfect balance between arcade gameplay, freedom, and style. While THPS 3 refined the classic formula of the first two iconic installments, THPS 4 successfully experimented with a more open-ended structure. Both titles, although technically outdated, remain just as fun thanks to eclectic gameplay characterized by a fluid and satisfying trick system and the depth of each unique map, full of shortcuts, secret areas, and perfect lines for tricking. A complete remaster with more up-to-date technical features (in the wake of THPS 1 + 2 Remake) would be desirable, as the 3D models and textures clearly show the technical limitations of the time, especially on modern screens, as does the camera, which can become unresponsive or confusing in tight spaces or during certain combos. This would restore them to their deserved glory, making them even more unforgettable.
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Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream is one of the most unexpected releases of summer 2025. An incredibly solid stealth game, built around a proudly story-driven framework that is rarely so focused in artistic and narrative terms. River End Games has thus created a small miracle of quality and passion. Let's be clear: replayability remains rather poor, partly due to some passages that are less successful than others, against a backdrop of linearity that is at times excessive. But these are minor compromises that do not detract from the experience imagined by the Swedish team.
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