Gamesource Italia

Absolum is truly a well-made title. The folks at Guard Crush and Supamonks, with the help of publisher DOTEMU, have created a magnificent work in virtually every respect. I would only advise against this title if you deeply dislike the genre, but even then, I would urge you to give it a chance. The artwork elevates the good gameplay and tells an engaging story that will keep you company for many hours.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Wander Stars is a little surprise. I really liked the idea of ​​"do-it-yourself" moves, as well as the desire to draw inspiration from classic '90s shonen games for the graphics. Sure, the story is intentionally more linear and action-oriented than deep exploration, and the lack of voice acting can be felt. The true heart of the experience remains the innovative, turn-based, word-based combat system. The mechanic of combining words to build and launch custom attacks is a brilliant idea. Likewise, the fact that you gain honor by not knocking out your opponent fits well with the universe and philosophy behind Wander Stars.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Little Nightmares III Review of an excellent horror game in the puzzle platform genre that began with Limbo. It remains the best the genre has to offer despite the change of direction at the helm, as well as a breath of fresh air for Supermassive Games productions, whose creatives have been able to experiment with something different, creating an interesting work.

Review in Italian | Read full review

The best Digimon title released to date

Review in Italian | Read full review

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Remake is essentially identical to Sky but with some objective improvements in terms of aesthetics and gameplay. So, as far as the “remake” is concerned, there is practically nothing to complain about. However...Trails in the Sky has limitations that cannot be overcome by a remake.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree offers a lengthy campaign, consisting of single runs that are perhaps too long by roguelite standards. The plot has some memorable moments, but the narrative based on time jumps makes it chaotic and difficult to understand, especially as it skips some secondary dialogue. It's still an enjoyable story that alternates between funny and sad moments, accompanied by a truly impressive Japanese voice acting. Combat is fun and dynamic, with many possible combinations thanks to the eight available characters. While village management is much more complex, the forge in particular could have been better managed with fewer steps to make it more straightforward.

Review in Italian | Read full review

I concluded my adventure with Silent Hill f with a sense of satisfaction that I have experienced with very few stories and even fewer video games. But the most special feeling that the game leaves you with is during the experience itself rather than at the end. Discovering that a Konami product, in the triple-A sphere, is so inclined towards risk and uncompromising artistic expression, which is now only found in indie games, moved me. Starting a second run and being confused by the first dialogue, only to discover that I was a quarter of the way through the experience, prompted me to play with a consistency I haven't had since reading Umineko in high school. Searching for the pieces of the puzzle led me to be disappointed by some strangely unadventurous choices, only to be proven wrong shortly after by the constant reassurances that the team had a clear vision. Rarely does the writing of a video game allow itself to tell its story so courageously, except in the best indie games of recent years. For me, Silent Hill f does not clash with Silent Hill 2 Remake, nor does it clash with Resident Evil or the most important narrative games of recent years, it clashes with Mouthwashing and Fear and Hunger. It's not Silent Hill for everyone, but for me, Silent Hill has never been for everyone and never should be. In the very nature of psychological horror, there is a filter that makes it strange, sometimes disgusting, sometimes too heavy. Silent Hill fully embraces everything that makes Japanese psychological horror special, even at the cost of losing some long-time fans along the way.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Echoes of the End is an experience worth trying for its untapped potential and the beauty of its settings. The combat system works well with its magic system, but it presents several technical issues that are difficult to ignore. The environmental puzzles and exploration deserve a shout-out, cleverly breaking up an otherwise monotonous adventure. We hope that, in a possible sequel, the team can raise the bar and reach its full potential.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Baki Hanma Blood Arena is a gamble that offers very little and fails to achieve a passing grade. Aside from the atmosphere, masterfully rendered by the team, the rest of the game presents several difficult-to-fill flaws. The combat system is interesting, but at the same time it's unnerving because it requires you to memorize every single enemy pattern. The main problem, however, is when completely random elements are added without any explanation, especially in a fighting game where practice and knowledge of the core mechanics are a must.

Review in Italian | Read full review

In conclusion, Space Adventure Cobra The Awakening is an ambiguous title, not easy to judge if you stop at first impressions, which certainly denote a tight budget and gameplay choices that could be revised and refined, but which, despite all its imperfections, can provide hours of good fun surrounded by an interesting plot and rendered very well by the original anime cut scenes. Truly, despite a slight underlying monotony (even musically speaking), the game constantly improves in terms of graphics and level design, and perhaps its biggest fault is that it doesn't measure up to the perfection of some titles released recently. However, its undeniable flaws strangely give the game a character that makes it enjoyable, especially if you are a fan of the animated series: in that case, it is really worth turning a blind eye and not being too picky. You have surely played worse games.

Review in Italian | Read full review

In conclusion, Lost Soul Aside is a title we recommend to anyone looking for a simple game, as long as they're not looking for an elaborate plot. It's a title that features several valid concepts, but it hasn't been properly refined and therefore presents several uncertainties.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Everybody's Golf Hot Shots is a welcomed return to the series. The gameplay is easy, immediate, and fun, yet also difficult to master at higher levels. What left me perplexed was the graphics and technical aspects, which lacked in every way. It could and should have been better, especially since its predecessor is much more refined in this. It's still a solid title if you're looking for an arcade golf experience.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion tries to do a lot of things, but fails in making any of them special

Review in Italian | Read full review

Artis Impact is definitely a title with a lot of soul and little substance, with an artistic side created by a talented person and a gameplay side that is not entirely clear how it was conceived, but all in all, it's not a title that I would advise against, because if you buy it during a sale or out of pure curiosity about its artistic side, it can provide about ten very enjoyable hours. (Except for the gameplay, which might make you hate it).

Review in Italian | Read full review

Shantae Advance Risky Revolution isn't just a game, it's a piece of gaming history finally coming to life. For longtime fans, it's a unique opportunity to play a lost chapter of the saga. For new players, it's a great introduction to the world of Shantae, with its Metroidvania gameplay, unique art style, and lighthearted humor.

Review in Italian | Read full review

A combo of the great 3D Kirby and a new collection of levels which end up being the best of the bunch.

Review in Italian | Read full review

The bizarre shooter developed by Velan Studio is an ambitious title that seeks to stand out from the mass of PvP games that have been saturating the market for a few years now. Midnight Murder Club is an interesting game, capable of entertaining, especially with friends. Unfortunately, due to its limitations, primarily due to the lack of a strong community, it fails to fully express itself, making matches too similar to each other, which inevitably leads to monotony over time.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Chained Echoes Ashes of Elrant is a fine expansion which doesn't quite reach for the original's highs

Review in Italian | Read full review

Drag x Drive is a bold title that blends hardware innovation, inclusivity, and several layers of interesting mechanics. In blending everything together, however, the hybridization between game and advanced tech demo becomes a little too obvious. The controls are pleasant at first but become imprecise once you get past the “getting the hang of it” stage, the content is rather sparse, and the visual identity is gray and subdued. Between fatigue and frustration, Drag x Drive is a game that kept me company for about 6 hours and, in all honesty, I don't think I'll find the desire to play again, unless there are some major updates to the controls and the addition of new content. However, I decide to reward the experimental nature of the title, because I believe that a more capable and willing landscape in terms of risk-taking and experimentation is necessary. I'm happy that it was Nintendo who, I hope, tried to set something new in motion. It's a shame that it wasn't entirely successful.

Review in Italian | Read full review

Wild Hearts S is a testament to the Nintendo Switch 2 potential, as it runs well enough in handheld mode despite releasing so early in the console life cycle, especially for a third party title. It can't be considered a threat to Monster Hunter's throne in this genre, but it certainly could be a good choice for those who prefer handheld gaming, especially if they haven't played it on other platforms.

Review in Italian | Read full review