HCL.hr's Reviews
A charming and surprisingly emotional sci-fi adventure, Pragmata stands out with its unique hacking combat and strong character dynamics, even if its story plays it a bit safe. Its tense, multitasking combat loop keeps you constantly engaged, while the bond between its protagonists adds genuine heart. Though not without flaws, it’s a memorable experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
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People of Note is a very good musical adventure that shines brightest through its lavish musical segments and tense boss battles.
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Legacy of Kain: Ascendance tries to revive one of the most revered game series, but does so through controversial narrative choices, bare‑bones mechanics, and a runtime that barely justifies the game’s existence.
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Reunion managed to render the emotional and heartbreaking ending of the original Life is Strange meaningless. It’s far from a bad game, but it’s a clear example of thin creativity, where Max and Chloe’s relationship is pushed as the only thing that matters - for the entire game, and by extension, the whole franchise.
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Screamer is back - louder, faster, and more aggressive than ever, turning every race into a chaotic spectacle of speed, crashes, and striking anime flair. With an engaging story and a solid driving model, the game has a real chance to stand among the best arcade racers on the market.
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Crimson Desert offers one of the most impressive open worlds of this generation and stunning combat that rewards creativity. However, a bland protagonist and shallow story reveal that Pearl Abyss is still learning to walk outside MMO territory.
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John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando doesn’t bring anything revolutionary to the co‑op shooter genre, but it delivers solid fun. Playing solo can get monotonous, yet tearing through zombies with friends is as entertaining as ever.
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Although it does not push the boundaries of the genre, Planet of Lana II is, above all, a beautifully crafted 2D adventure that never loses momentum or suffers a dip in quality.
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iRacing Arcade is a fun and charming arcade game that delivers a satisfying driving feel. However, the lack of content and the odd decision to lock playing with other players behind an invite system ultimately make it difficult to recommend.
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Although it sits at the lower end of its genre, Laysara: Summit Kingdom offers a pleasant gameplay experience thanks to its beautiful visuals and good music
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Resident Evil Requiem is a very good adventure that suffers from uneven pacing and sudden shifts in gameplay styles. The experiment of squeezing two games into one works well enough to be fun, but it’s unlikely to be remembered as one of the best entries in the Resident Evil series.
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Sons of Sparta is an interesting departure from the classic God of War games, but in terms of genre it doesn’t stand at the very top of its own pantheon.
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Reanimal is an impressive horror adventure that lacks depth and content, which makes it hard to recommend at full price.
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It’s commendable to change and refresh your content, but Ride 6 has turned in the wrong direction. It’s far from a bad game, yet there are better alternatives on the market at the moment.
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Mario Tennis Fever is the perfect party game if you’ve got a bigger group that loves a bit of friendly rivalry at gatherings. Outside of that setting, it offers too little for those who prefer playing solo within the comfort of their own four walls.
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High on Life 2 delivers the same bizarre, fourth wall breaking humor and charismatic talking weapons that made the original memorable, But, it fails to meaningfully improve its mediocre gunplay and plethora of technical issues. While the narrative still entertains with absurd and clever moments, recycled ideas and poor optimization hold it back, making it hard to recommend at full price.
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An intriguing mix of several game mechanics that don’t usually go with the tactical genre, but they should! Cutscenes, crafting and building mechanics paired with sublime camera work make Norse a really awesome game, but the technical side shows a lot of small holes that can sink this Viking boat.
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Romeo is a Dead Man isn’t a disaster, but it’s not Suda51 in his full form either. You get heaps of style, a few great ideas, and a solid jolt of violence - but once you scratch beneath the surface, the game doesn’t have much to stand on.
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More than a sequel, this is a snapshot of Team Ninja learning in real time: a bolder structure and smarter flexibility wrapped around the same razor-tuned combat. The story and presentation still lag behind, but when the rhythm clicks, very few studios hit this kind of action high.
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Cairn is a rare journey over unforgiving rock, where each deliberate move blends tension, survival, and subtle storytelling into an intimate yet expansive adventure. The mountain demands patience, careful thought, and adaptation, rewarding curiosity with multiple paths, unexpected encounters, and small but meaningful discoveries. Even as occasional abrupt challenges remind you that no climb is without risk, the game leaves a lasting impression of a world both beautiful and relentless, where every decision carries weight and every reach feels uniquely earned.
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