Sherman Castelo

“Carmageddon Rogue Shift is a great return for a franchise that spent far too long forgotten. By embracing the roguelite format, the game finds a modern way to preserve the chaos and destruction that have always defined the series, even while stumbling over issues of balance and repetition. It’s not a game that tries to impress technically, but it succeeds in delivering races the way arcade fans love them—the classic mix of shooting, crashing, and bombing. With some fine-tuning, especially regarding the final boss and content variety, Rogue Shift has everything it needs to establish itself as a viable new path for Carmageddon.”

“Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road is a great choice for those looking for a soccer game that goes beyond the sport itself, blending RPG elements, a well-crafted story, and gameplay that captivates from the very first matches. The variety of modes helps keep players engaged over time and ensures many hours of fun. And this comes from someone who had never played anything from the franchise before—yet Victory Road quickly managed to carve out its place and leave a very positive impression.”

“Brok: The Brawl Bar is a straightforward beat ’n up, no frills, with satisfying impact in its blows. The challenge-based structure works at first, but it quickly becomes tiring and doesn’t sustain the fun, especially after long hours with the controller in hand. Even so, the game holds strong thanks to its solid gameplay, cartoony art style, and generous content. It doesn’t reinvent the genre, nor does it try to be bigger than it is, and ultimately succeeds through honesty. For those who enjoy brawling and challenges with some gameplay variations, this one is safe to dive into!”

“Dark Quest IV delivers a simple and honest tactical adventure, but it doesn't go much beyond the basics. The charm of a board game is still present, and the various character options are interesting. However, the limited visuals and poor balancing among the heroes make the experience less exciting than it could be. It's the type of game that provides fun through strategic combat and co-op, but without major moments or surprises.”

“Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage delivers the most complete version of Sega’s modern classic. The revamped campaign structure and expanded matchmaking address key gaps from the original release, while the combat remains one of the most technical, precise, and satisfying in the 3D fighting genre.”