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Mortal Kombat 1 is both a new beginning and a celebration of everything Kombat. It's a surprisingly fun and engaging action film where you get to play the best parts. The new game modes bring little to the table, but the main campaign is as fun as ever.

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There is no reason for collective concern, however, as EA Sports FC 24 looks and feels very familiar – for better or worse – despite of losing the FIFA license.

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Synapse is one of the first games to showcase what VR on a home console can be. It's fast-paced, inventive, and visually stunning. Sadly, it's not much more than that, as the repetitive gameplay can't keep up with the technical splendor. It's fine, but not the system-seller the PSVR2 needs right now.

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Despite technical issues, I have to admit that playing Samba de Amigo: Party Central was simply a blast – and I worked up quite a sweat dancing with my amigos. Nostalgia and that signature Japanese quirkiness are still strongly present in the series, and the song selection works well. Plus, the sensitivity of the motion controls doesn’t significantly detract from the enjoyment.

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Starfield delivers an expansive spacefaring adventure filled with endless activities, but its shallowness and rigid quest design prevent it from reaching true greatness. While it captures Bethesda’s signature charm, its release timing against Baldur’s Gate 3 highlights its limitations in depth and player agency.

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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is a masterpiece and one of the greatest platformers ever made.

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The London Case tries to deliver a classic Poirot mystery but stumbles with clunky gameplay and lifeless presentation. While the improved mind map system is a welcome change, the overall experience feels tedious and underdeveloped. Fans of the genre may find moments of charm, but the game lacks the polish and intrigue to truly satisfy.

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Incredible art direction and a fantastic atmosphere keep Blasphemous 2 interesting, even when the frustrating difficulty spikes do their best to make the game too frustrating to be any fun.

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Fires of Rubicon is the most accessible and fun installment in the iconic franchise. A gargantuan and immensely fun piece of robot mayhem that rewards the player at every turn.

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Moving Out 2 is a chaotic, colorful sequel that thrives in multiplayer but struggles in solo play. With imaginative levels, quirky humor, and accessibility options galore, it’s a fun follow-up that adds variety to the original formula. Just be ready for some unpredictable animal antics and late-game difficulty spikes.

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Disney Illusion Island is light, charming and visually stunning metroidvania style adventure that feels like it’s missing something. More action, some kind of combat mechanics, or at least a faster pace. Even as it is, it’s an enjoyable experience, and if you can get a friend to join you on the same couch, you can easily add an extra star to the rating. If a sequel ever happens (and hopefully it will), this game provides a solid foundation for the future — but the lack of variety should be addressed by then.

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Atlas Fallen isn't remarkable or innovative, and you can clearly tell where its grand ideas run against the limited budget. But it's still fun to play, and sometimes that's enough for a title like this.

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Pikmin 4 is the most refined and accessible entry in Nintendo’s quirky strategy series. With charming visuals, clever puzzles, and a lovable space dog named Oatchi, it’s a delightful adventure for both newcomers and veterans. While the lack of proper co-op and some uneven difficulty may frustrate, the game’s depth, polish, and post-credits content make it a standout title on Switch.

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Jagged Alliance 3 stays true to its roots, delivering deep tactical combat and quirky mercenaries, but its rigid 90s design philosophy makes it feel outdated. While it successfully captures the spirit of its predecessors, modern strategy games like XCOM 2 highlight its clunky mechanics and lack of accessibility improvements.

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Pikmin 2 returns on Nintendo Switch with updated visuals and the same quirky charm that made it a fan favorite. This sequel expands the original formula with new Pikmin types, two-character multitasking, and a wealth of treasures to collect. While the cave-heavy design and limited remastering may not appeal to everyone, Pikmin 2 remains a fun, strategic adventure that’s worth revisiting—especially for those who love managing tiny plant creatures in big, strange worlds.

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Gimmick! Special Edition can be summed up in one letter and two words: a cultural achievement. Despite its difficulty, it remains as a unique and memorable classic. As a remaster, it offers only minimal updates and improvements, but on the other hand, I’m very pleased that the graphics, physics, and especially the music have been left untouched. This long-overlooked platforming rarity has truly earned its place in the modern spotlight.

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Pikmin 1 returns on Nintendo Switch, offering a refreshed version of the 2001 GameCube classic. While the visuals have been slightly improved and controls refined, this is still very much a product of its time. The game’s charm lies in its strategic yet accessible gameplay: commanding plant-like Pikmin to collect spaceship parts before time runs out. Despite minor frustrations like camera quirks and Pikmin getting stuck, the experience remains fun and addictive. If you’ve never played the original, this compact adventure is worth revisiting — even if it doesn’t reach the polish of newer entries or Metroid Prime Remastered.

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Despite its flaws, Sonic Origins Plus is a much more polished and content-rich package than the original release, earning it an extra star in the rating. However, if you already own Origins, whether the ability to play as Amy, the tougher missions, and the added Game Gear titles are worth the price largely depends on the player. Personally, I’d say yes. If only Sonic Origins had been this solid from the start!

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Final Fantasy XVI is a revival and renewal of the classic franchise so sublime that it reminded me why I fell in love with the series in the first place.

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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a masterpiece that improves on its predecessor virtually every way. I've missed this kind of joy in freedom and exploring the wonderful world of Hyrule, and I wouldn't trade a single moment of it.

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