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INDIANTVCZ Staff at INDIANTVCZ

Mar 5, 2025 | Score 70

“If you want to feel like a football genius on and off the pitch, EA has the game for you this year. It's only dragged down by the menu's hard-to-understand technical imperfections and occasional FPS dips. Otherwise, though, it's the football we've been waiting for.”

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Othmane Belfar at ElderPlayers

Nov 18, 2025 | Score 85

“Frostpunk 2 is more than just a sequel—it’s a fresh take on surviving under tough political, social, and economic challenges. The game adds new gameplay systems and increases the difficulty in smart ways, but it loses some of the moral depth that made the first game special. Even though the console controls can be tricky, the game is worth playing, especially for those who enjoy strategy games that force you to make real choices and test both your conscience and leadership skills.”

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Sean Smith at God is a Geek

Oct 10, 2024 | Score 65

“Pureya is an original, if short lived take on the microgame genre that is a half decent way to while away a bit of time.”

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Justin Nation at Nindie Spotlight

Oct 10, 2024 | Score 60

“This free-to-play racer is family-friendly and different, but the performance and staying power have issues”

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Genghis Husameddin at DayOne

Nov 8, 2024 | Score 85

“Toy Tactics is deceptively simple yet a lot of fun. It’s got the charm of toys clashing about as environments, spells, and the right tactics change the course of the game. And all the while offering varied objectives, great level design, and quite a number of modes for play. If you’re in the market for a unique real-time strategy game, look no further than Kraken Empire’s latest hotness. ∎”

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Luca Giordano at Indie Games Devel

Aug 13, 2025 | Score 75

“After an immersive and sustained engagement with Pneumata, it becomes clear that this is far more than a conventional survival horror – it is a compelling invitation to inhabit an intense, meticulously crafted experience. The choice to set aside the traditional action-first approach in favor of a contemplative, deliberately paced gameplay feels not only bold, but essential in shaping the singular atmosphere that saturates every moment of the game. Its fragmented, symbolic narrative demands active participation: this is not a story one can passively absorb, but rather a path that asks the player to piece together fragments of meaning, to interpret elusive signs, and to surrender to an inner journey that can at times disorient, yet ultimately rewards with moments of genuine revelation. We found this especially praiseworthy, as it reflects a clear intent to push boundaries and deliver more mature, intellectually engaging content than what is often found in the genre. From an artistic standpoint, the art direction is both evocative and ambitious – a tapestry of intricate environments and a color palette steeped in alienation and melancholy. Its masterful interplay of light and shadow, together with a meticulously engineered soundscape, conjures a palpable atmosphere that resonates deeply on an emotional level. That said, this is not an experience designed for everyone. The deliberately cryptic narrative risks alienating players in search of a clear, linear storyline, and may frustrate those unwilling to engage with its interpretive demands. For this reason, Pneumata is best suited to players who seek more than entertainment – those drawn to artistic and narrative experiences with thematic depth and broader scope. From a personal perspective, my judgment on Pneumata is unequivocally positive. It enriches the contemporary gaming landscape with an original and daring vision of what an authorial video game can achieve. Its greatest strength lies in its ability to transform the act of traversing physical spaces into a metaphorical descent into the human psyche – delivering an intense, melancholic, and indelible journey, punctuated by bursts of raw survival horror action that harken back to the genre’s most enduring roots. While not without minor technical and audio imperfections, Pneumata stands as a work that dares to challenge convention, invites reflection, and advocates for an aesthetic and narrative vision that feels both distinctive and daring. A title well worthy of a place in any discerning player’s collection.”

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Dimitris Vasilakis at Enternity.gr

Dec 16, 2025 | Score 80

“For adventure enthusiasts, Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged on Nintendo Switch 2 is practically a must-have purchase, while for younger audiences it is an ideal opportunity to experience one of the most significant works of its kind in a technically flawless, modern format.”

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Coller Entragian at Cubed3

May 3, 2025 | Score 60

“Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster offers a streamlined experience with an easier gameplay balance, improved controls and some regretful censored content. While some of these changes may disappoint series veterans, the core appeal remains intact. The overhauled visuals and simplified gameplay mechanics make it more accessible to a wider audience, including younger and casual players.”

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TheSixthAxis Staff at TheSixthAxis

Jul 8, 2025 | Score 70

“Copycat is a short and focused emotional story that is well worth playing through for any fan of narrative games and/or cat owners. While the game itself is solid, it is really the writing and emotional impact of the story that elevates Copycat from being just another animal-based 3D platformer. I defy anybody not to be moved by Dawn's turbulent experiences and the game as a whole forced me to pause and give my own cats a cuddle more than once.”

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James Luff at LadiesGamers.com

Dec 8, 2024 | Score 95

“In conclusion, Town Keeper is a delightful and well-rounded strategy game that excels at being easy to learn while still offering enough complexity to satisfy players who enjoy fine-tuning their strategies. It’s great for anyone who wants a relaxed, enjoyable experience with the option to dial up the difficulty when desired. Whether you’re looking for a casual, low-commitment game or a challenge that tests your strategic thinking, Town Keeper delivers on all fronts with its charming visuals, engaging gameplay, and versatile objectives.”

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Fábio Castanho Emídio at Nintendo Blast

Oct 6, 2024 | Score 80

“The Last Shot is a simple puzzle that doesn't dare revolutionize like its anonymous hero, but it's a fun game to spend some hours. Its graphic beauty and quick entertainment are a good way to kill time. [It's] A little of a wasted opportunity to develop such an ample and interesting subgenre like dieselpunk but it offers a horrible world to live in but beautiful to think about.”

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Mark O'Callaghan at CBR

Oct 24, 2024 | Score 70

“Marko: Beyond Brave achieves its simplest goal, which is being a good and fun Metroidvania. It may not go above and beyond the genre's constraints and expectations, but fans will still find the gameplay enticing enough. The exploration and unlocking of new abilities keep the game from going stale. What really holds the game back is the confusing map, which gets in the way of truly exploring and appreciating the world. While not bad, the story and lore are also so bland that they're practically skippable. Despite these, any Metroidvania fan should play and support Marko: Beyond Brave.”

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Kenny Massey at Pure Nintendo

Oct 14, 2024 | Score 75

“Keylocker is a great turn-based, rhythm JRPG, but there are a few problems that should be addressed. If Moonana would fix the crashing, the broken quests, and the soft locks in fights, I think the game would be just about perfect. Unfortunately, it's not there yet.”

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Cubed3 Staff at Cubed3

Sep 6, 2025 | Score 90

“UFO 50 is a fantastic collection of retro-inspired games that takes on the aesthetics of the '80s but with game design advancements of the modern era. The games included cover such a wide breadth of genres and playstyles that there is bound to be a title to meet all tastes. Plus, the whole package is wrapped in a cute metanarrative about a fictional game studio and console that developer nerds will adore. UFO 50 has tens of hours of content and provides some of the tightest gameplay concepts seen in a long time.”

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Adrián Fuentes at Generación Xbox

Jun 1, 2025 | Score 80

“For fans of the genre, it's a highly recommended trip. And for those drawn to the artistic, its visual style and setting may be reason enough to give it a try.”

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Kalina Mikova at LadiesGamers.com

Mar 19, 2024 | Score 100 | Pre-release Review

“With Hidden Cats in Berlin, we have yet another winner in the hidden cats genre. I am always excited to play this game series and urgently await the next title. Hidden Cats in Berlin is a great addition to an already great series, and if you need extra incentive, it’s also 20% off until the end of March.”

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Mina Smith at LadiesGamers.com

Oct 29, 2024 | Score 95

“Overall, Hidden Cats Invade Venice is a simple, fun, and very well-made addition to the hidden animal genre of games I have seen a ton of over the last few years. It’s pleasant, cute, and challenging, but it has a great hint system to get you out of trouble if you can’t finish a level. In other words, it’s everything I want from this type of game. Hidden Cats Invade Venice is basically perfect, and I had trouble coming up with even one thing I didn’t like about it. If you enjoy hidden-cat games, it’s the perfect addition to your collection”

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Sammy Barker at Push Square

Sep 19, 2024 | Score 70

“But it’s this type of boundless creativity that many feel PlayStation is missing these days. Sony may have lifted the overall quality of its output, but it’s come at the expense of unbridled oddities like this; a game that, when considered critically, is barely above average – but ends up more memorable than the latest AAA fancy purely because of the sheer insanity of it all.”

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Victor Vitório at PSX Brasil

Sep 27, 2024 | Score 75

“Although it meets the will of those who wanted more Prince of Persia, Mask of Darkness is not an essential chapter to the base game. The difficulty found shows that the target audience of the expansion is those who appreciated the precision platform segments, but the expansion does not add much beyond that, not even in story and art direction. In the end, it is good content to play, but relatively unnecessary, recommended only for enthusiasts.”

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Luca Giordano at Indie Games Devel

Feb 20, 2026 | Score 80

“By the end of the journey, what lingers is more than the memory of a colourful, inventive adventure; it is the sense of having engaged with a game that thoughtfully interrogates the very nature of storytelling in the medium. The Plucky Squire leaves a lasting impression because it does more than entertain – it draws the player into a world that celebrates imagination, transformation, and the intricate dialogue between creator and audience. Its strength lies in a tone that feels effortlessly light yet is carefully considered, harnessing a fairy-tale aesthetic to explore the broader creative possibilities of interactive storytelling. Perhaps the game’s most remarkable quality is its ability to surprise without ever feeling forced. Every shift in perspective, every passage between dimensions, every visual flourish emerges from a genuine desire to delight rather than to impress. This gives the player a rare sense of participating in a meticulously crafted, almost artisanal experience, where creativity is guided by a clear authorial vision rather than a pursuit of spectacle. Throughout, the game maintains a careful balance between play and narrative, exploration and contemplation. It avoids punishing challenge or overcomplicated mechanics, instead fostering a steady, emotional engagement through small discoveries, visual cues, and perspective shifts that reward curiosity over competition. The Plucky Squire invites players to slow down, observe, and savour the delight of discovery – rekindling a truly childlike engagement with the fantastical. What impresses most is the unwavering consistency with which every element serves a single, cohesive vision: the sensation of stepping literally inside a story. The game renders this concept palpable, translating the interplay between imagination and interactive reality into an experience the player can fully inhabit. Ultimately, The Plucky Squire demonstrates that video games can still surprise – not through scale or sheer quantity of content, but through the strength of a single, well-realised idea. It is not monumental, but memorable, a reminder of the joy of playing with stories. It is a game to be cherished by all ages, offering the rare thrill of seeing the world anew, through the eyes of a child.”