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After over 2500 characters, I'm not sure I've fully answered the opening question. The only certainty I have, after all these words and 50+ hours with Clive, is that I've experienced an unforgettable journey, despite its highs and lows. Final Fantasy XVI isn't the best in the series, but it's bold and coherent. More polished than its predecessor, Yoshida's work aims to broaden the audience. The result is divisive but deserves your time and affection. Not the GOTY 2023, but Clive and co. are worth the journey.

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Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg is technically flawless, but gameplay-wise shows its age. The stiff mechanics from 1997 are hard to digest today, especially after the advancements seen in the Ryza trilogy. With limited longevity focused on replayability, it's for die-hard fans and those curious about its origins. Others might want to pass.

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Exoprimal is a good multiplayer game with intriguing but not original ideas and decent gameplay. It currently offers only one mode on few maps, though its content roadmap looks promising. Fun and varied, but strategic aspects might give way to button mashing.

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Hubris is a visually stunning VR game, hampered by technical issues that break immersion. Despite its beauty, the technical flaws like frame drops and pop-ups might put off less experienced players. Once you get past these issues, it's quite enjoyable. Available on Meta Quest 2 and PSVR 2.

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Synapse is visually striking and fun to play, a standout in the PSVR2 library. nDreams has packed Control-like action into the Sony headset, making for an exciting game. The repetitive action might bother some, but it remains one of the best PSVR2 experiences, especially at its well-calibrated price.

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Everybody 1-2-Switch entertains a wide audience but with low intellectual engagement and slow pace. The mini-games quickly become uninspired and repetitive, lacking the charm of a good party game. It’s more suitable for children than adults. The low-quality games and slow pace make it clear why it was quietly released at a budget price.

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Good debut for Sad Owl Studios. Viewfinder is a brilliant puzzle game but doesn't go beyond well-trodden mechanics, preventing it from reaching excellence.

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Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is an engaging adventure with mystery, a well-crafted story, and clever puzzles. A classic from the Nintendo DS era, it's worth playing on modern consoles. Highly recommended, though the remaster could have been better.

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When we reviewed WWE 2K19, the last game from Yuke's before today, we said it was time for the Japanese developer to hang up the ring gear, and AEW: Fight Forever has not changed our mind. After five years, more was expected from these wrestling game veterans, but unfortunately, the first official game from the federation founded by Tony Khan fails in every aspect. The idea of an arcade game structure was perfect, but it needed to be executed well, and not with such superficiality that makes the gameplay so clunky. The technical part is at least two generations behind (in 2023, limiting matches to a maximum of four wrestlers is unacceptable), and content-wise it is poor and not up to date with AEW's frequent innovations.

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Aliens: Dark Descent is a real-time strategy game as ruthless as the xenomorphs (perhaps even too ruthless) that manages to recreate the horror atmosphere that fans of the film saga will know very well. A recommended game for both Alien fans and real-time strategy enthusiasts, provided they can overlook some flaws that prevent Tindalos Interactive's work from excelling as it should have.

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The right game at the wrong time? The exclusive that would have been better off not being exclusive? These questions haunted me since I launched my digital copy of C-Smash VRS, a fun virtual version of a Dreamcast classic that might have benefited from a cooler climate and a larger PSVR2 player base to fully express its potential. Aside from these personal considerations, the production by Wolf & Wood is at times addictive, thanks to its simple but well-structured gameplay. A not-so-deep single-player mode, but with good replayability, is accompanied by an online component capable of unleashing the full potential of the title, but currently hampered by a lack of available opponents. PSVR2 owners, spend these 26.99 Euros: the future of squash awaits you!

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Without altering its identity, Pixel Ripped 1978 introduces some small changes to its already well-tested and fun structure, putting us for the first time in the shoes of the heroic Dot. Once again, the real/virtual duality, with all its mutual influences, works excellently, creating a sort of video game Inception that has already amazed and entertained in previous iterations. The nostalgic setting, thanks to the presence of Atari and some of its icons, adds to the fun. Unfortunately, the longevity is still minimal, a flaw also found in previous titles, which is partially offset by the rich variety of ideas and situations offered during the approximately 3 hours spent with Arvore's production.

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Diablo IV is already a contender for the best action RPG currently on the market: a bold but concrete statement. And we're just at the beginning: Activision Blizzard's title is only the "starting station" of an adventure that has made its first powerful roar. Although it is not yet a complete revolution, its power cannot be denied: Diablo IV currently encapsulates everything that has defined the saga over time. Excellent narration, solid and deep gameplay, a delicate "compromise" between single-player and multiplayer experience. Despite some conceptual flaws, we are likely looking at a future "masterpiece." Could this be the new World of Warcraft in terms of power and potential?

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With Layers of Fear, Bloober Team has created a work that properly celebrates its pedigree, delivering a revised and corrected version of their flagship saga, including some pleasant and well-crafted new entries. The new narrative framework, within which the stories that have terrified us over the years unfold, successfully expands the mythology traced since 2016. It does so through a brand-new storyline that, although condensed, contains all the elements that contributed to the franchise's initial success. Add to this the concluding chapter of the Artist's adventure, a revamped graphics section for the occasion, and top-notch audio, and you have a package that will delight fans of psychological horror experiences. Naturally, as a simple re-edition, however revised and corrected, those who never appreciated the slow gameplay and allusive atmosphere are unlikely to change their minds. Everyone else can proceed without hesitation.

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After Us seems to have the potential for a good game with nice ideas, but it falls short technically, producing a title that feels incomplete and poorly packaged, failing to deliver solid and enjoyable gameplay, and resulting in a slow and vaguely dreamlike experience. In a period flooded with high-level releases, where every team pushes hard to stand out and showcase its little miracle, Piccolo Studio falls short, creating a game that is not very memorable. It might find its audience among those looking for something slow and exploratory, but even then, the combat phases with monsters are likely to detract from the overall experience. A shame for the Barcelona team, but we will continue to follow them in hopes of appreciating their next title more.

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Can one ask for more from a fighting game? If the answer is Street Fighter 6, the question is certainly appropriate. With a sumptuous and multifaceted offering, and an accessible combat system, Capcom's return is undoubtedly one of the best fighting games ever. An original, long-lasting, and entertaining story mode accompanies a traditional gameplay structure of absolute respect, perfectly complemented by the excellent Battle Hub. While not an easy game to master, it will provide great satisfaction to those with the patience and will to explore its incredible potential.

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With We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie, Bandai Namco delivers to new (and old) generations of players what can undoubtedly be considered the most successful and fun chapter of the adventures of the King of Cosmos and the Prince. With an immediate and addictive gameplay structure, the second episode of this crazy series boasts the best mission lineup, enhanced by some interesting variations that keep the rolling always varied and stimulating. Add to this a successful, albeit slim, set of new levels, and the usual splendid soundtrack (too bad for the paid DLC), and it becomes clear that We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie is a must-have title for fans of Keita Takahashi's psychedelic creative style. Now, excuse me while I hum my na-na na-na-na-na-na na-na, Katamari Damacy...

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With We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie, Bandai Namco delivers to new (and old) generations of players what can undoubtedly be considered the most successful and fun chapter of the adventures of the King of Cosmos and the Prince. With an immediate and addictive gameplay structure, the second episode of this crazy series boasts the best mission lineup, enhanced by some interesting variations that keep the rolling always varied and stimulating. Add to this a successful, albeit slim, set of new levels, and the usual splendid soundtrack (too bad for the paid DLC), and it becomes clear that We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie is a must-have title for fans of Keita Takahashi's psychedelic creative style. Now, excuse me while I hum my na-na na-na-na-na-na na-na, Katamari Damacy...

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I hated it viscerally at our first encounter due to its misleading progression, but Amnesia: The Bunker eventually won me over once I fully understood its gameplay intentions. After the disappointing Algerian adventure, Frictional Games' return offers a convincing and enjoyable horror experience, strengthened by its open-map approach and player freedom. Balancing light and shadow, silence and noise, Henri's race for survival will captivate fans of the survival concept. It's not without technical flaws and replayability issues, but if you love these experiences, Amnesia: The Bunker is highly recommended.

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I wanted to praise Strayed Lights as its marketing seemed phenomenal, but it feels like the marketing team managed to merge images and gameplay scenes, essentially representing a non-existent title. Skipping Embers Games' wonderful screenshots for this review, I felt deceived, as Strayed Lights isn't the product I expected and isn't what other sites praise. It has potential but is mediocre in execution, offering nothing in the few hours it takes to complete.

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