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While the release of the fifth installment in the Tomb Raider series clearly showed the franchise’s fatigue and stagnation due to its annual releases, the Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered collection makes a good effort to improve the frustrating obstacles and injects a strong sense of nostalgia. That is, of course, if you manage to survive Angel of Darkness!

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An entertaining experience for fans of the series and deck-builder enthusiasts. While it lacks the strategic depth of some similar titles, it remains engaging and worthwhile. Adding more characters, improving enemy variety, increasing tactical options, and better balancing the upgrade system could have made this game a more memorable experience.

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Lost Records: Bloom & Rage can be considered a spiritual and successful successor to Life is Strange. Thanks to its outstanding story and narrative, it successfully delivers an experience similar to what fans have been seeking for over a decade in the best possible way. If you are a fan of interactive adventure games, especially the Life is Strange series, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage will provide you with a highly satisfying experience.

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On the other hand, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII takes a bold step forward with major innovations that push the series into a new era. While some of these changes come with drawbacks, they’re minor compared to what this installment brings to the table.

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle feels like a fresh breath of life for the Adventure genre—a genre that once had its glory days but has been dormant for a while. Every part of this game is made with great care and attention to detail, proving that when developers put their passion first, any genre in gaming can make a comeback.

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It looks like Rebellion Studio played it safe with Sniper Elite: Resistance instead of pushing the series forward. Rather than building on what made Sniper Elite great, they went for a stripped-down version, and the result is a fairly basic, uninspired game. It’s not necessarily bad, but it’s more of a short-lived distraction than something truly memorable.

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Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit, the seventh spin-off in the FNaF series, brings significant changes that elevate the game beyond its predecessors. The addition of adventure elements, puzzle-solving mechanics, and stealth systems has been well-executed, resulting in a short but entertaining and memorable experience. However, it’s worth noting that these changes don’t necessarily make it a top-tier game. Still, if you’re a fan of FNaF, adventure games, or horror titles, this game—priced at $20—won’t disappoint you.

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Tales of Graces f Remastered, with its tactical combat system, emotional storytelling, and significant visual enhancements, is one of the best JRPG remasters, offering a fresh experience for both longtime fans and newcomers to the Tales series.

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With the release of Ninja Gaiden 4 and Ninja Gaiden II Black this year, along with the upcoming Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, Team Ninja has declared 2025 the “Year of the Ninja.” If the quality of Ninja Gaiden II Black is any indication of the standard for these new entries, we can confidently say that the future of this franchise is in good hands.

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The company Bombservice clearly demonstrates the growth and experience of a game developer. If you look at its previous games, you can see the steady progression in their quality. Momodora: Moonlit Farewell is a complete Metroidvania that can keep you entertained for around 10 hours. This game does not claim to introduce anything new to its genre, but it masterfully brings together all the essential elements to create an enjoyable experience. So, if you’re looking for a game in this genre, be sure to check out Momodora.

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Although the existence of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered may not have seemed necessary at first glance, this version of the game (developed by Nixxes Software) has become a worthy and valuable title by enhancing its stunning visual refinements while preserving the essence and artistic identity of the original. Horizon Remastered offers an opportunity to relive one of the most brilliant and well-crafted titles of the previous generation, and amidst the vast array of modern video game releases, it continues to shine

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Despite all its flaws, The Thing: Remastered is a direct sequel to John Carpenter’s classic film. While it has shortcomings in terms of storytelling and gameplay, if you’re a fan of the movie, it’s still worth experiencing. Nightdive Studio has done a good job delivering a faithful remake, but it hasn’t managed to address the issues of the original version.

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Dynasty Warriors: Origins returns with a new approach to retelling a story from China’s Three Kingdoms period. In aspects like an overemphasis on the game’s lackluster protagonist, this approach has failed. Still, in other areas such as technical modernization and providing a smooth experience of intense and large-scale battles, its success is undeniable.

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The deep storytelling, exceptional visual design, and outstanding sound design are among the game’s strongest points. However, repetitive gameplay mechanics and the game’s short length may disappoint some players. This game is recommended for horror genre fans seeking a cinematic and thrilling experience.

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YS Memoire: The Oath in Felghana is a remake of a version that took many years to release outside of Japan. While not a revolutionary remake, it offers a small and beautiful installment in the Ys series. If you’re a fan of the Ys series and the role-playing genre, it’s suggested to give this game a chance and enjoy playing it.

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Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist is a worthy sequel to its predecessor, aiming to carve out a respectable place in the Metroidvania genre by precisely and appropriately blending visuals and sounds, alongside delivering an excellent story and enjoyable, engaging gameplay.

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Freedom Wars Remastered is a commendable effort to make this unique title accessible on modern platforms. The game now offers smoother performance and improved controls, delivering its engaging gameplay more effectively. Despite shortcomings in variety and loading times, it remains a valuable experience.

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The third expansion of Atomic Heart, while failing to provide answers to all the unanswered questions, successfully delivers an engaging story, improved gameplay, and well-designed levels. The combat in this expansion is highly exciting thanks to the addition of new tools, and exploring the dark depths of the ocean is a delight due to the well-crafted level design. However, its excessively short length and once again leaving the story unfinished can be somewhat disappointing.

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Sonic X Shadow Generations is a collection that is remembered as a memorable and enjoyable collection for Sonic fans. There are some negative points, such as repetitive stages and a superficial story, but it is still worth playing and fans of the exciting world of the lovable hedgehog will adore it.

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Hironobu Sakaguchi has successfully developed a beautiful classic turn-based RPG with Fantasian Neo Dimension. You're looking at a truly stunning piece of work in every aspect. A story that will keep you engaged for around 40 hours and battles whose variety doesn't diminish the fun. If you're a fan of the RPG genre and Final Fantasy, we highly recommend adding this game to your list.

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