GamerFocus

“Inkle never disappoints when it comes to surprising us with new ideas. Although Expelled! shares the same mechanics as Overboard!, its story is full of surprises, intriguing characters, and unexpected twists that keep us interested in solving the mystery. Few games offer a detective experience like this one. It's especially perfect for portable platforms like Switch, phones, or Steam Deck due to its short, 15-20 minute game structure.”

“The card games in Duel Monsters aren't differentiated by many factors, but alternatives like dice and capsules are perfect for a change of pace. Titles with RPG touches also have their appeal. Improvements like the ability to activate a sort of "trick" to save significant amounts of grinding fit just as well as Dark Magician in Yugi's deck. Players of the Spanish versions of the games should be warned of a few translation errors.”

“As a fan of vampire stories, Cabernet gave me exactly what I wanted: a narrative-driven RPG that let me be the kind of bloodsucker I wanted to be while dealing with the dramas of vampire society and human relationships that could change as soon as I felt a bit of bloodlust. While the character animations didn't quite convince me and I was severely plagued by constant bugs, I fell in love with this game and will play it again just to see what kind of vampire I become if I make different choices.”

“302 / 5,000 It's nice to relive the beginnings of the long-running The Sims franchise, and we hope the flaws in these two collections are corrected. Even more so, we're eager to see what the near future holds with a fifth installment that won't be called that, but which, at the end of the day, will still be "The Sims 5" for fans.”

“It offers a take on the classic and beloved match-3 game with a strong visual identity, but it doesn't take any mechanical risks. The story mode isn't anything special and lacks the option to play online, but its well-defined aesthetic, varied character designs, and relaxing tone could win it many fans.”

“We can't deny this feels like a thing of the past for new players. Its game modes aren't sufficient, and in the case of the entry mode, the quality of life options for the player are minimal. Despite this, aside from some netcode issues, for us Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. is a great gateway for those interested in SEGA's fighting game to be ready for the newly announced installment from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio.”

“The Stone of Madness captivated me from the first few minutes with its wide variety of stealth options, mysterious plot, and excellent setting. Not even the annoying bugs I encountered and a few frustrating points I had to redo countless times made me hesitate to keep playing, but less patient gamers might be less tolerant of its difficulty.”

“The hours I spent with Mika and the Witch's Mountain weren't many, but they were very enjoyable. What it lacks in mechanical depth, it makes up for with calming gameplay systems, a very relaxing setting, and a heartwarming anti-capitalist plot about community life. It's not a huge challenge or an epic adventure, but it's the comforting experience many of us need right now.”