Lucas Oliveira

“Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered International retains the essence of one of Square Enix's most peculiar and complex titles, while also bringing new features that make it more complete. Its extreme freedom, unconventional systems, and lack of rigid directions continue to be both its greatest attractions and its biggest limitations. However, since the only change in this international edition concerns the addition of new languages—which, unfortunately, do not yet include Portuguese—there is no practical reason for those who already own the 2022 version to migrate to this new one.”

“Picross S Capcom Classics Edition is a solid experience within Jupiter's already established series, delivering a huge number of satisfying puzzles and modes capable of entertaining both beginners and veterans. However, even with this robust foundation, the title leaves the feeling that it could have gone further, especially regarding the use of the Capcom theme and the audiovisual variety. Still, for those who like the franchise or are looking for a challenging and fun pastime, the final result is positive.”

“Marisa of Liartop Mountain offers an interesting take on the Touhou universe, blending puzzle and RPG elements with the feel of a narrated tabletop game. Despite its rigid structure, which requires frequent backtracking (revisiting areas to complete objectives) and distances the game a bit from its initial proposal, discovering solutions to challenges and managing the dice in combat provides a pleasant, albeit limited, experience.”

“While boss battles offer more exhilarating and challenging moments, the lack of greater refinement in its core systems, coupled with the absence of activities beyond battling and collecting chests, prevents Konami's title from truly standing out in an already saturated genre. For those unfamiliar with the original universe, the game might also not be the best entry point, as the fast-paced narrative makes emotional involvement with the characters difficult. Nevertheless, dedicated fans of Hiro Mashima's work and players seeking a simple adventure that follows some of the anime's main events will find an enjoyable journey here, albeit a lukewarm one in several aspects.”

“Overall, Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact presents a promising foundation. Its visual style is faithful to the original work, the controls are accessible, and the combat system is entertaining, especially for those who dedicate themselves to exploring every nuance and developing their own playstyle. However, the experience is compromised by a poorly structured story mode, unrewarding extra modes, and a limited character selection, especially considering the vast gallery of the Hunter x Hunter universe. Furthermore, the difficulty of finding online matches, exacerbated by the lack of crossplay, further limits the title's appeal. In its current state, it's difficult to recommend, whether for players seeking a competitive fighting game or for anime fans looking for a worthy adaptation of Yoshihiro Togashi's work.”

“Cataclismo is an RTS that combines resource management and tower defense elements very competently. The meticulous construction of walls and the need for constant planning make the game quite fun and addictive, in addition to providing the player with a good amount of freedom for customization. Although it has some caveats, it is a very welcome addition to the genre.”

“Alter Age is a competent RPG and it manages to entertain with a functional combat system and an age change mechanic that adds a touch of originality to the gameplay. Beyond that, though the plot isn't so interesting, the interactions of the three main characters are fun and end up balancing this weak point.”

“Dead Dragons bases itself in classic RPG elements to offer a simple but entertaining experience. Though the title has considerable limitations in some aspects, for those who have already explored everything in the genre and are always looking for new adventures, there'll be enough content to have some good hours of fun.”

“Recall: Empty Wishes is a high-quality narrative adventure that delivers an engaging mystery and, in an assertive way, offers simplified gameplay that adds variation to navigation moments without interrupting the rhythm of the plot. With great mastery in the presentation of visual and sound elements, the title delivers an immersive experience that deserves to be experienced.”

“Dragon Takers is an RPG that doesn't stand out in any aspect. Its story is predictable, characters lack depth and the gameplay, despite being reasonably functional, is limited and hardly strategic. Though it may entertain fervorous fans of the genre looking for a quick adventure with no big challenges, it will hardly leave a lasting impression.”

“Cuisineer delivers a fun and relaxed experience. However, the lack of depth in some of its systems and the absence of more significant challenges can make the game lose some of its attractiveness in the long run. Despite that, this is an ideal work for those moments we are looking for a lighthearted game.”

“Threefold Recital is an interesting narrative experience, featuring an engaging universe inspired by Chinese mythologies. Although the repetitiveness and lack of inspiration in the interactive sessions end up hurting the pace of the adventure, it is a game worth checking out for its story.”

“Despite the pacing issues, The Coma 2B: Catacomb offers a fun and challenging survival horror experience, as well as an interesting story. However, due to the limited context surrounding past events, it is recommended that it only be played after the other two games in the series.”

“With a variety of unique characters and robust unlockable system, OBAKEIDORO! turns the classic "cops and robbers" into an extremely fun multiplayer experience. It's a real shame that the title doesn't have many active players, making it necessary to be lucky to get a full room.”

“Home Safety Hotline delivers a unique, compelling experience, smartly combining daily life situations with supernatural events. With a simple and pleasant gameplay, a well-built mythology, and a precise recreation of the 90's atmosphere, the game stands out as an excellent example of horror.”

“The Garden Path is a title that bets on a serene, leisurely rhythm, leading to an attractive experience for those looking for a soft daily routine in a tranquil environment. However, the absence of clear directions and the not so intuitive controls can be quite frustrating, demanding a good amount of patience. Though the core mystery and the characters have a captivating potential, it takes a long while until these elements truly shine.”

“Go Mecha Ball brings a chaotic and fun concept, combining shooting, roguelike and pinball mechanics in a intriguing way. Thanks to its fast gameplay and satisfying challenges, the title can offer good entertainment moments. However, the absence of more variety in the roguelike elements plus the frustrations from moving around and the unstable performance on Switch severely compromise the general experience.”

“Fabledom is a charming addition to the simulation and city builder genre, offering a magic ambiance filled with surprises. Even without significant novelties, the title has well-integrated systems and lets us use all our creative freedom, delivering a fun, addicting experience.”

“Shogun Showdown is a notable addition to the indie catalog and one of the most addictive games I've played recently. With a solid combination of roguelike and deckbuilding mechanics, as well as a strong strategic factor, even with short runs, the title is capable of providing good hours of fun.”

“Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open is a unique experience that skillfully blends the supernatural with human, everyday themes. With an engaging narrative, deep characters, and a charming visual style, the game stands out as a sensitive and emotional work, as well as being another quality addition to Nintendo's current console catalog.”