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Dagmara Kottke

15 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

WayTooManyGamesAug 17, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“The Sinking City 2 will pull you in like quicksand. It may not be a technical marvel, but it has that “something” that can keep you entertained for many hours.”

-2.1

Lucas Moura

414 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

Hu3brAug 17, 2026Score 95Pre-release Review

““Mortal Shell 2” is more than a great follow up, it is an exceptional example of how to make a sequel by taking into account the previous title shortcomings whilst also keeping its core identity intact, expanding in a multitude of ways, providing flexibility in builds, a fantastic world to explore and also being friendly to newcomers of the genre. A must have RPG / souls-like fans.”

+3.4

CGMagazine Staff

64 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

CGMagazineAug 17, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“The Sinking City 2 offers a solid survival horror experience that feels both different and similar to its predecessor.”

+0.7

Domenico Musicò

292 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

Everyeye.itAug 17, 2026Score 78Pre-release Review

“Yet The Sinking City 2 is different. It is because, despite its stumbles, uncertainties, a few too many clumsinesses, and some unforgivable naiveté, it ultimately proves to be a survival horror game that clearly exceeds what one might expect from that budget and from that team of men who, despite some technical mistakes, still manage to pull off a solid survival horror game.”

-1.3

Paweł Bortkiewicz

98 reviews

Latest: Beast of Reincarnation

ZdobywcyGier.euAug 17, 2026Score 40

“Unfortunately, Beast of Reincarnation is a complete failure for Game Freak. Graphics straight out of the last decade, unresponsive controls, bugs, and performance issues are just a few of the elements that work against this game. I’m incredibly sad about this, because the game had enormous potential before its release, which was completely destroyed when we received the final product.”

+3.1

Kai Tatsumoto

23 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

WccftechAug 17, 2026Score 75Pre-release Review

“Both frustrating and intriguing all the same, Mortal Shell II vastly improves on the original title with a world filled with secret dungeons about while routinely kicking the player's teeth in without mercy.”

+3.3

Francisco Macías

1 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

EntreMandosAug 17, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“The Sinking City 2 is one of the most compelling survival horror games in recent years. Its oppressive Lovecraftian atmosphere, satisfying combat and cleverly designed puzzles come together in an adventure that truly understands what makes the genre work.”

+4.0

Marc-Antoine Bergeron Cote

167 reviews

Latest: Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass - Part 1: Bubbly Basin

Geeks & ComAug 17, 2026Score 80

“Pokémon Pokopia: Bubbly Basin is a great excuse to return to the game’s universe. The new underwater region has enough personality to offer an interesting change of pace, there are plenty of new Pokémon, and fans of building will enjoy a wealth of new items and habitats. The free update accompanying its release also greatly improves the game with the ability to dive and several quality-of-life adjustments. However, it’s important to distinguish these free additions from the content actually included in the DLC. Once that distinction is made, Bubblegum is essentially a new region that follows the main game’s formula almost entirely. Despite this, I had a great time during my playthrough and still wanted to keep playing even after completing the main objectives. We’ll just have to wait for the next installments of the expansion pass to see if the package as a whole manages to take things a step further.”

+6.5

Richard Wakeling

154 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

GameSpotAug 17, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Mortal Shell 2 constantly surprised me, whether it was the mechanics behind a newly discovered Shell, the layered improvements to combat, a bulbous monstrosity of a boss fight that was more mouth than anything else, or the ways you can tinker with a build and make it wholly your own.”

+3.6

Younus Momtaz

2 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

BazimagAug 17, 2026Score 88Pre-release Review

“Mortal Shell II expands upon the ideas of the first game with faster and deeper combat, a larger world, greater customization options, and impressive atmosphere, making it a successful and ambitious sequel. However, the game retains its own distinct identity, and Mortal Shell II could become one of the most notable soulslikes of the new generation.”

+13.5

Ruancarlo Silva

27 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

República DGAug 17, 2026Score 86Pre-release Review

“Mortal Shell 2 is one of the most surprising sequels I’ve ever seen, evolving practically every aspect of the first game while applying precise modernizations that don’t compromise the franchise’s DNA. A colossal AA title that holds its own against competitors with much larger budgets!”

+7.2

مصطفى عرجون

4 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

Saudi GamerAug 17, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“The game leans more on survival than pure horror, with environments that grow richer as you progress. Its engaging story and strong environmental storytelling make it one of the finest adaptations of H.P. Lovecraft’s unsettling world. Fans of survival horror, especially titles like Silent Hill, will find much to enjoy—despite a few flaws.”

+11.7

Dina Husejnagić

4 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

AltCharAug 17, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“A confident, deeply satisfying Soulslike that stands entirely on its own, Mortal Shell 2 is one of the best the genre has to offer right now.”

+0.1

Luke Williams

13 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

Console CreaturesAug 17, 2026Score 70Pre-release Review

“Mortal Shell 2 is a vision of what every developer hopes for in their second game: A more well-rounded experience without reinventing the wheel. And that's exactly what's on offer here. This is still a shell of the first game, but it's filled with so much more, making for a worthy second go at it.”

+1.1

Pedro Pestana

7 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

IGN PortugalAug 17, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Mortal Shell 2 is the perfect example of a sequel done right, improving upon nearly every aspect of the original and doubling down on its unique identity to truly stand out in a sea of Soulslikes. Cold Symmetry took the first game's solid foundations and expanded upon them with deliciously aggressive combat, inventive weapons, and striking art direction. Despite a few rough edges, uneven difficulty spikes, and the occasional cheap death, Fallgrim's dense atmosphere and addictive gameplay will keep you hooked from the very first second to the last.”

+6.3

Guilherme Gonçalves Ribeiro

3 reviews

Latest: ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs

Press AttackAug 17, 2026Score 85

“The first few hours of ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs captivated me so much that I didn't notice the time passing. Tinkering with the devices is very satisfying. Every connection, every screw removed, everything is an orchestra of sounds that hypnotize you, and you don't want to stop. Despite this, the following hours aren't as exciting, not in the sense of being bad, but rather that the game doesn't go much further than that. And that's not a bad thing, but it also doesn't surprise you. The tools that are introduced aren't exciting; I even preferred it when I didn't have access to them. I don't know if it's the way I'm playing, but it seems like the game drags on more than it should, even if I rushed just to advance the story; it seems like the game stretches out to have a slightly longer story. The fact that it has multiple paths also bothered me a bit, since I don't see myself having the urge to restart a game of this genre from scratch just to see other story paths, which clearly isn't what attracts the player. In the end, none of that matters, because ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs is a game that manages to stand on its core, which is the fun and satisfaction of fixing electronic devices. And it does that very well.”

-4.7

Arman Zarmehr

57 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

GamefaAug 17, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“The Sinking City 2 is a commendable Lovecraftian survival-horror title that successfully preserves the identity of its predecessor while seamlessly weaving it with the core tenets of the survival genre. Its narrative is gripping, and the environmental storytelling flourishes through atmospheric world-building, evocative sound design, and a fittingly haunting soundtrack. The survival mechanics are well-balanced, and exploring the city of Arkham serves as a superb conduit to engage with them. Nevertheless, The Sinking City 2 remains plagued by various technical and artistic shortcomings that ultimately keep it from ascending to higher echelons”

+5.6

Daniel Kucner

61 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

GameOnlyAug 17, 2026Score 70Pre-release Review

“It's a fine game… and that’s about it. It’s enjoyable and I had fun reviewing, but it's still miles away from Resident Evil series. Unfortunately It's also a a case of blatantly unused potential, mostly due to horribly weak most of the storyline.”

-1.2

Jordan Hawes

116 reviews

Latest: Mortal Shell II

WayTooManyGamesAug 17, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Mortal Shell II cemented itself as one of my favorite ARPG’s up there with the best of FromSoftware. The changes to the combat make it fast and fierce while still maintain the difficulty I expect from these games. The expanded shells and weapons really help set it apart in the genre and allow for so much more build personality. This is truly one of the best games I’ve played this year, and I fully recommend it.”

-1.1

Mario Seijas

74 reviews

Latest: The Sinking City 2

IGN SpainAug 17, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“The Sinking City 2 is survival horror by the book. Puzzles, constant tension and a good dose of Lovecraftian cosmic horror. A sequel that builds on what worked in the original game and refines it with a much more focused approach.”

+2.0