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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.

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Overall this DLC could've been a really good product, but the lackluster plot, and the overly short length of this DLC it's just enough for me to not recommend it.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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).

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Shuten Order is a courageous work, an ambitious experiment that dared to blend five different genres into a single, cohesive experience. Its strength lies in its fearlessness to mix things up, offering constantly evolving gameplay supported by a rich storyline, well-written characters, and a solid technical foundation.

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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.

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

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Quartet doesn’t aim to reinvent the JRPG, and that’s precisely where its strength lies. By embracing turn-based combat, careful resource management, and a strong ensemble narrative, it delivers an experience that feels both familiar and thoughtfully modern. Its four intertwined stories are well written, tonally coherent, and rich with emotional weight. The combat system rewards planning and experimentation, avoiding both monotony and superficial spectacle. While exploration and music show some limits, they rarely undermine the overall experience. Quartet stands as a heartfelt tribute to classic JRPGs, confident enough to honor its roots while carving out an identity of its own.

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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.

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The title plays on the timeless charm of Arkanoid-like games, a guaranteed success for the nostalgia effect of all those who have found themselves entangled for hours and hours shooting colored balls from the bottom up on more or less intricate vertical levels.

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

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A must-have for Castlevania fans

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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.

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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.

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Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV maintains the spirit of the series and tries to bring some new features in line with the new hardware. The base game remains a benchmark for local multiplayer: solid, accessible and rich in content. Jamboree TV adds modernity and immediacy, making everything more varied, but suffers from its isolation from the main core and some poorly defined design choices.

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Despite the mixed feelings stemming from the experience of the third chapter and the excellent remake of the first, Mafia The Old County manages to steer the series back on the right track thanks to the bold choices made by the development team. Using an effective narrative, it offers a glimpse into organized crime during a little-explored historical period, set in a carefully recreated part of early 20th century Sicily. Not only is the Sicilian dialect voice acting outstanding, but the entire sound design of the title is above average quality.

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Gradius Origins stands as a masterful work of preservation and a solemn tribute to the genre. The choice not to analyze the individual chapters with modern standards was a deliberate decision, as the collection's nature is intrinsically educational and preservative. The final evaluation, therefore, does not pass judgment on the intrinsic value of the classics, but rather reflects the meticulous work of packaging and refinement. It should be interpreted as a tribute to the restoration of a work of art, without constituting a judgment on the merit of the original painting. M2 has crafted an anthology that, while not all-encompassing, proves to be the definitive testament to the titles it includes. The impeccable emulation, the precious additions aimed at improving the user experience, and the inclusion of a new, unreleased chapter make it an essential purchase for both nostalgic veterans and newcomers eager to explore the roots of one of Konami's most influential and enduring franchises. Despite the understandable disappointment regarding the gaps in the catalog and the concerns raised by the €40 launch price, this collection stands as a faithful homage that celebrates and hands down the history of video games in its purest form.

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