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Ninja Gaiden 4 is a triumphant return, a successful fusion between Team NINJA’s elegance and PlatinumGames’ trademark spectacle. With its deep combat system, an all-new protagonist, and a world that lives and dies alongside the player, this new chapter manages to honor the legend of Ryu Hayabusa while paving the way for a new generation of ninjas. It’s not just a sequel; it’s a rebirth, a statement on how to reinvent an icon without betraying its soul. At its core, Ninja Gaiden 4 is a true lesson in design and discipline. We’d like to thank Xbox for providing us with a review code for this game.

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Spindle delivers a poetic pixel-art journey where Death and a loyal pig face a world that refuses to die. Its melancholic beauty, heartfelt storytelling, and charming design make it an indie gem.

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Ghost of Yotei doesn’t reinvent the formula—it refines it with care and passion. Sucker Punch delivers another emotionally rich and visually stunning world. Despite a few technical flaws and a predictable start, Atsu’s journey shines through deep combat, breathtaking art direction, and a graceful tribute to Japanese folklore and cinema. It’s not groundbreaking, but if you loved Ghost of Tsushima, this chapter will win you over.

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FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles offers new light on a thirty-year-old title, improving it with revised UI and English and Japanese voice-acting, yet once again lacking Italian localization and retaining the barrier of complexity due to approximate and generic tutorials that miss the mark. Play it if you want a challenging title with excellent storytelling set in the Final Fantasy universe, while being aware that it departs almost entirely from the main saga in almost every aspect.

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Hirogami doesn’t reinvent platformers, but embraces the genre with elegance and consistency. Its origami-inspired visuals and transformation mechanics add charm and rhythm to the adventure. Despite some design and narrative limitations, it offers a relaxing, artistic experience. Not a masterpiece, but a small gem worth discovering.

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Keeper is a small yet grand work of video game poetry. Double Fine once again manages to surprise with an intensely emotional artistic vision that speaks through light, gestures, and silence. It’s a journey that leaves a deep mark, capable of making you reflect without ever raising its voice. Despite its short length (though fitting for the kind of experience) and a somewhat underwhelming soundtrack, Keeper stands as one of the most delicate and deeply human experiences to appear on Xbox in recent years — one that absolutely shouldn’t be missed.

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Borderlands 4 is the long-awaited comeback fans were hoping for: ambitious, freer, more dynamic. While it doesn’t completely reinvent the series formula, it does refine it, perfectly blending humor, chaos, and freedom of action. The addition of a true open world, new Vault Hunters, an almost endless variety of weapons, and a well-structured endgame breathe fresh life into Gearbox’s beloved franchise. Not every innovation hits the mark — technical optimization still needs work, and some exploration limitations slightly reduce the open world’s impact. Nevertheless, Borderlands 4 remains a fun, content-rich shooter full of personality, capable of keeping players engaged for dozens of hours while cracking smiles between bursts of gunfire and outrageous jokes.

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Reach showcases nDreams' VR expertise with a thrilling, immersive experience and solid design. While it doesn't reinvent the genre, its fast-paced gameplay and smart level design stand out. The story, though familiar, supports the adventure well. Some conservative choices and technical hiccups hold it back, but if you enjoyed Synapse, Reach is worth a try. Not flawless, but memorable.

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Dreams of Another dares to reimagine what a video game can be. Driven by poetic visions and fragments of dreams, it enchants with its aesthetics and soundtrack but struggles under the weight of its ambition. Repetitive gameplay and fragmented storytelling may alienate those seeking a more cohesive experience. It's a digital art piece for experimental minds—beautiful, yet perhaps too fleeting to leave a lasting mark.

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Absolum is a little gem at a relatively low price. DotEmu's product is one of the best fighting games on the market and further confirms DotEmu's position as one of the leading studios in the industry. While it doesn't completely escape some of the genre's essential limitations, with its stunning aesthetic and rewarding gameplay, Absolum will surely delight fighting game enthusiasts.

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Little Nightmares III stays true to the franchise’s legacy, delivering a haunting and melancholic experience through inspired art direction and solid technical execution. While it doesn’t reinvent the formula or focus on co-op, its eerie atmosphere and subtle environmental storytelling make for a short but powerful journey that lingers like the best nightmares.

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The new Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 collection is a feast for the eyes on Switch 2, letting us enjoy both titles with a level of resolution and performance never seen before. While Switch 1 players can finally get their hands on the long-missing second game, the lucky owners of the Switch 2 are in for a real treat, thanks to 4K resolution and a silky-smooth 60 fps that deliver pure joy. An unmissable release for both longtime fans and newcomers to the series — and really, what better time to play them than now, as we await the upcoming Mario Galaxy movie?

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Rise of Industry 2 is an ambitious management sim that makes great use of the 1980s setting, featuring a solid economic structure and a campaign packed with diverse scenarios. However, its natural complexity is often made worse by some unintuitive design choices and a cumbersome interface, especially on consoles. The result is a game that rewards patience but risks discouraging players before they can fully appreciate its depth.

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EA Sports FC 26 is a complete and engaging title that significantly improves upon its predecessor. Thanks to new features such as Manager Live, Archetypes, Challenges, Tournaments, and a more accurate database, the game offers a deep and satisfying football simulation. The Xbox Series X controller provides precise and responsive control, while the commentary by Pardo and Adani enhances the immersion. Despite some issues related to monetization and the lack of official names for certain clubs, FC 26 remains one of the most complete and realistic football experiences available, capable of satisfying both hardcore simulation fans and those seeking fast-paced, spectacular matches.

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Earthion is a love letter to the golden age of 16-bit shooters. Developed by Ancient and composed by the legendary Yuzo Koshiro, it delivers tight controls, stunning pixel art, and an unforgettable synth soundtrack. Its upgrade system adds real depth to classic shoot ’em up gameplay, balancing accessibility and challenge. Short but perfectly crafted, Earthion proves that pure design and style still matter more than photorealism.

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Yooka-Replaylee stands as the definitive version of what was only a promising start back in 2017. This remake-remastered finally delivers to fans the Yooka-Laylee they deserved, filling the original’s gaps with a series of additions that make the experience richer and up-to-date, without neglecting a colorful and joyful visual style and an exceptional orchestral soundtrack. Yooka-Replaylee is therefore a game suited both for those who didn’t play the original eight years ago and for those who didn’t fully appreciate it because it was too anchored to the '90s style gameplay; now, I am sure, they will completely change their mind.

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Sworn is an excellent action roguelike, artistically inspired and with a fairly extensive content for the genre. While it doesn't revolutionize the industry or offer features that would make it unique in a rather vast landscape, Windwalk Games and Team 17's product is certainly more than capable, sold at a very accessible price (in fact, it's available on Game Pass for Xbox owners). Further enhancing this respectable gaming package is the well-implemented and fun co-op mode.

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Lost Twins 2 isn’t for thrill-seekers or fans of intense action. It’s a gentle, contemplative puzzle game with a heartfelt story and thoughtful design. As you play, it quietly stirs emotions and leaves a lasting impression. Simple yet powerful, imperfect but sincere—a small gem to experience with an open heart.

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Dying Light: The Beast will not disappoint fans of the series, offering frenetic, brutal, and fun gameplay. The game, in all respects, presents itself as a 360° upgrade on the classic hallmarks of the series, without revolutionizing a formula that, despite its ups and downs, has worked brilliantly for years. The parkour is more fluid than ever, the melee is unparalleled, and the attention to detail in the game world is astonishing. Aside from a few niggles here and there and the introduction of a less-than-elaborate stealth segment, what remains is a top-notch experience and, arguably, the best installment in the series.

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Formula Legends manages to capture the nostalgia of 90s arcades, with fictional licenses that entertain and recognizable tributes to the history of Formula 1. The driving, despite some uncertainties in the physics, offers a light and engaging experience, perfect for those looking for immediate fun rather than realistic simulation. The story mode is the heart of the game, but the lack of secondary content and especially the complete absence of multiplayer diminish its longevity.

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