João Canelo

“R-Type Delta HD Boosted is an excellent and very challenging space shoot ’em up that falls short due to a re-release lacking meaningful extras and improvements, making it essential only for fans.”

“Sweaty Chair adopts Master Tingus’ peculiar, comedic, and surreal style to bring this grotesque life cycle to life. Perhaps I am reading too much into it and inferring themes and metaphors that are ultimately meant to be nothing more than absurd, but there is a message, a concrete idea, and an artistic vision that come through clearly in the cinematics connecting the various levels of Tingus Goose.”

“Despite its good ideas and a range of systems that aim to add depth to the gameplay, Bounty Star fails to convince with its combat and static direction.”

“Without VR, Alien: Rogue Incursion becomes a more predictable experience, with few spikes of intensity or terror, although it remains largely solid in its adaptation.”

“With a strong narrative focus, GoldFire Studios’ Arctic Awakening feels like a five-episode series with a well-defined arc, aiming to be an event for fans of the genre, but ultimately getting lost in gameplay that’s too passive and dialogues that are more tiring than engaging.”

“The big problem with Henry Halfhead is that the endint is strong, but the journey to the conclusion isn’t always consistent, and the message gets lost between attempts at mechanical inventiveness and repetition.”

“The Knightling is a solid game that fails to stand out due to its simplistic combat system and reliance on side quests that never prove memorable.”

“Lasting only about an hour, Catto’s Post Office, from In Shambles Studio, aims to take us away from daily stress and onto an island full of adorable cats in a delivery adventure – for better or worse.”

“Everdeep Aurora is a good idea that stands out for its visual presentation and charming characters, but it’s rarely fun or engaging as we explore its underground world.”

“One hero, one arena, nearly endless hordes of monsters, and a range of abilities capable of triggering an epileptic episode – Soulstone Survivors has an unbeatable formula.”

“A Spoonful of Wonder had its heart in the right place, and Copycat earns some of its more emotional moments, but the final message isn’t always clear, and the gameplay holds back what could’ve been a fresh perspective within the genre.”

“After several years of waiting, Post Trauma is finally available on PC and consoles, but what could have been a solid tribute to the horror genre turns out to be a series of disappointing choices that only make us appreciate the classic survival horrors even more.”

“Haste stands out within the roguelike format and will certainly find its fans, but it becomes repetitive in the very moments where it should grow and evolve mechanically.”

“The universe refuses to let Epicenter Studios' game fade into obscurity, and after several conversions, it’s time for the firefighting action to debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series with a version that does little to change opinions.”

“Farmagia offers a mix of monster creation, farming, and action RPG elements that doesn’t always work in perfect harmony but is sure to find its audience.”

“Irem Collection Vol. 2 is a slightly unbalanced collection that’s perfect for fans and nostalgists yearning for the golden days of arcades. Did I say nostalgists? What I meant was "masochists."”

“The former PC exclusive arrives on consoles a little too late, where its experience no longer feels as fresh and surprising as it did in 2018. However, there’s still plenty here to satisfy fans of Soulsborne games and action RPGs.”

“Albatroz delivers an emotional journey, but only for the most patient players.”

“Find clues, solve cases, and explore this dystopian future in one of the most unique immersive sims currently available for console.”

“Mouthwashing proves that it isn’t necessary to rely on mythical creatures and monstrosities to create horror and tension; it’s enough to focus on what’s truly terrifying: our inability to accept our own mistakes.”