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Gabriel Tabasco

77.5
Avg Score Given
-15.3
Steam Disparity
+2.5
MC Disparity
-6.4
Combined Disparity
4
Reviews
1 early reviews (before release)|3 launch window reviews (within 60 days of release)|0 late reviews

Scoring Pattern

70
Lowest Score
90
Highest Score
9.6
Score Spread(variance in their own scores)

Low score spread detected. This reviewer may use a narrow scoring range or binary scoring system.

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Disparity Over Time

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Reviews

Ultimately, Star Fire: Eternal Cycle is a game that knows what it wants to be: a punchy, adrenaline-fueled arcade experience. Its strengths lie in its immediate, satisfying combat and addictive roguelite loop. It may not reinvent the genre, but it leans into its strengths with confidence. This is a game for players who want to feel unstoppable, who enjoy the chaos of a screen full of explosions, and who are always chasing that perfect run. For those who enjoy the core loop of grinding for power and watching the numbers get bigger, the game provides a compelling and addictive experience.

Critic
70
Steam
93-22.6
Metacritic
N/A
Combined
93-22.6

5/19/2025

Launch Window
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While there's still room to elevate the puzzle design and I'm eager to see even more ambitious ideas in future entries, the game's strengths clearly shine through. Remember though, this score is just a snapshot — the complete review paints the full picture of why this title is worth your attention. And it really is.

Critic
90
Steam
89+1.4
Metacritic
82+8.0
Combined
85+4.7

4/4/2025

Launch Window
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Though it may not delve deeply into complex narrative themes or offer extensive replayability, Spilled! shines as a heartfelt meditation on restoration and care. For those who appreciate games that prioritize atmosphere over challenge, it offers a fleeting but memorable escape into a solarpunk-inspired dreamscape. In its own modest way, Spilled! reminds us that even small acts of healing can ripple outward, leaving lasting impressions long after the screen fades to black.

Critic
70
Steam
95-24.6
Metacritic
73-3.0
Combined
84-13.8

1/15/2025

Early Review
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If you’re a fan of the genre, appreciate stunning pixel art, and crave thrilling boss fights, I highly suggest giving BLADECHIMERA a try. It’s a game that respects its roots while innovating in meaningful ways, offering a fresh and memorable adventure. Despite its minor flaws, it’s a journey worth taking—one that will leave you eager to see what the developers create next.

Critic
80
Steam
89-9.0
Metacritic
60+20.0
Combined
74+5.5