IGN Korea

“Real Bout Fatal Fury 2 was largely overlooked and forgotten at the time of its release, but over time it has come to be recognized by fighting game fans as a tragically underrated masterpiece and a highly polished versus tool. This ‘NEOGEO Premium Selection’ version includes modern features such as gallery viewing, training mode, and online play. While there are some minor drawbacks, the package offers good value for its price and provides a stable competitive environment, making it highly satisfying. Especially now, with character strategies fully documented, anyone can quickly appreciate the well-balanced gameplay. It’s a definitive edition that can be confidently recommended to fans.”

“This collection of Technōs Japan’s iconic titles feels less like a simple re-release and more like an emotional restoration for those who remember the era. From the controls to the sound and the texture of the pixel art, the sensations of that time are preserved with remarkable fidelity. Compared to modern games, it can feel quite unforgiving—but in that very way, it brings us closer to the spirit of its original age. While there are some shortcomings in its overall presentation, the fact that these games are being reintroduced at all is a meaningful gesture in itself.”

“Snow Bros. 2 Special is a title that will likely bring a smile to anyone with fond memories of arcade classics. While the experience is somewhat held back by a clunky interface and limited, unintuitive option settings, there's still plenty to enjoy. The faithfully recreated original mode is a nice touch, and the remake adds fresh value with newly designed stages, updated boss patterns, and a diverse roster of playable characters and modes that make the game feel both nostalgic and new.”

“All in Abyss: Judge the Fake is a game built around the thrill of poker battles, where players are tasked with unmasking deception and striking back with skills and items, delivering a wicked sense of satisfaction. While it bends traditional poker rules for the sake of dramatic gameplay, it layers on deduction mechanics that turn each match into more than just a card game—it's a stage for exploring human nature. Unlike high-stakes online multiplayer poker, All in Abyss pits players against NPCs in one-on-one battles. This might dial down the psychological warfare, but boss fights bring their own brand of tension, with puzzle-like tricks that unfold in stages. There’s a strange, addictive pleasure in seeing through your opponent’s lies, dismantling their strategy, and walking away with a victory that feels as unsettling as it is satisfying.”

“While it may feel unfamiliar or even alienating to those expecting something in line with the Extreme series or the mainline Dead or Alive games, Venus Vacation PRISM is a title that may satisfy fans of the Venus Vacation series—especially those who prioritize communication and interaction with the characters. The graphics, built on a new engine, are undeniably beautiful, though they carry a subtle sense of disconnect. Although the current lack of content is unfortunate, there's hope that future updates might eventually enrich the experience.”

“Jack Jeanne goes beyond the conventions of a typical romance simulation, focusing instead on the protagonist and their companions’ journey of growth as they strive for the stage. Through the in-game performances, character emotions deepen, and the contrast between reality and the theater enhances immersion. The full-voice acting brings life to the intersection of role and self, heightening the emotional impact. While the game requires strategic stat-building and repetitive rhythm gameplay, the payoff—witnessing the characters’ development and the final performance—leaves a lasting impression. For players seeking a narrative centered on personal growth rather than just romance, Jack Jeanne offers a truly unique experience.”

“Urban Myth Dissolution Center is a well-crafted adventure game that invites players to explore its mysteries at their own pace. The localization is top-notch, blending seamlessly with the setting and avoiding any sense of awkwardness. From the very beginning, the story builds steadily and carefully, culminating in a powerful and satisfying conclusion. Its compelling cast of characters and distinctive pixel art visuals add a unique depth and atmosphere to the experience. While the gameplay loop may feel a bit repetitive at times, the game shines as a narrative-driven experience—much like reading a good mystery novel. For fans of the genre, this is a title well worth trying at least once.”

“Metal Suits: Counter Attack is a side-scrolling platformer shooter where players take control of a battle-hardened hero seeking revenge against the alien invaders who destroyed his life. The game makes smart use of various suits, each adding a unique flavor to combat, while maintaining a focused, action-driven experience. At first glance, its gameplay might seem simple, but the stage design tells a different story. Levels are crafted with care and complexity, offering a satisfying challenge without feeling unfair or overly punishing. Like many games in this genre, there are moments when traps and stage gimmicks can feel a bit brutal or even absurd—but Metal Suits strikes a fine balance, never becoming frustrating or overwhelming. It’s accessible without being too easy, and that’s no small feat. One minor gripe is that the suits, while offering different weapons, don’t come with unique movement or special actions, which could have added an extra layer of strategic variety. Still, Metal Suits delivers a fun, well-executed platforming experience that fans of the genre will surely enjoy.”

“While the game's optimization for PC, graphical quality, and overall polish as a competitive fighting game are top-notch, it's disappointing that it offers little support for newcomers despite its high entry barrier, and the lack of substantial single-player content is a significant drawback.”

“Rage of the Dragons NEO sets itself apart with its distinctive combat system and strategic use of walls, allowing players to fully enjoy the game both online and offline. Those already familiar with fighting games will appreciate its accessible combo system and intuitive controls, making it easy to pick up. However, the game lacks sufficient accommodations for beginners, which may make it challenging for players unfamiliar with the genre. While it may not have the same level of recognition as major fighting games, its historical significance as the first Neo Geo fighting game developed in South America, combined with its solid gameplay mechanics, makes it a title well worth experiencing for fighting game enthusiasts.”

“Love in Login revolves around a single heroine, featuring an immersive story and fully voiced dialogue that enhances emotional depth. The exceptional performances by the voice actors vividly convey the characters' emotions, while a setting that reflects real-life social issues adds further depth to the narrative. Additionally, the affection system, integrated with mini-games, increases player engagement and naturally develops the emotional flow. With its touching storyline and meticulous direction, it delivers a fresh and captivating romance simulation experience.”

“Some Some Convenience Store is a warm and emotional romance simulation game set in a small convenience store. Each heroine has a distinct personality, and even the smallest choices and dialogues create subtle moments of excitement. The story flows gently, allowing relationships to develop naturally over time. While choices don’t have a significant impact, this actually enhances the relaxed pace, letting players focus on the characters’ narratives. Rather than intense immersion, the game offers a soothing experience where emotions unfold gradually. It’s a great choice for those looking to enjoy a light yet heartfelt romance story.”

“A typical 2D side-scrolling action game, but the unique mechanism kicks in when you become tougher and stronger as you die during progression. You’re in an underworld full of dreamy color themes. You start off as an ordinary cat, dodging traps and enemies but if you accidentally lose a life, the cat will gradually get stronger with supernatural powers and be able to attack and play aggressively. From here the player has to weigh the balance between sacrificing life to gain powers or the ordeals of responsibility by getting resurrected each time you make a mistake. The entire playtime is quite short and the boss battles may feel repetitive, but it allows players to take a unique path on approaching every combat strategy differently based on your attained skill level as you proceed towards tougher boss fights.”

“Ever wondered what the everyday ‘normal’ life would be of the Spy x Family characters? This game is basically the scratch of that itch brewed into a video game for the loyal fans of its anime series. Surely, many fans could, and may have been curious about the day of a life of the protagonist and her family. While the game’s narrative may not be canon, the surprises and expectations through the perspective of Anya is truly an exceptional experience that you would have never felt through the original animated series.”

“Another arcade favorite to enjoy at the comfort of your living room. With its wardrobe change to modern graphics, evolved music and audio based on the classic chip-tunes, the classic gameplay kept for over 40 years has gone through some adjustments with added battle royale mechanics. The change is understandable, but there hasn’t been any competitive edge where you could see a creative comeback, with players trying to focus on survival rather than strate”

“The pixel art in the game is filled with lovely designs detailing the very mechanisms of day and night cycles, weather and other beautiful visuals which tries its best to reimagine our daily lives. Players get to experience the story through the perspective of a cat in a local neighborhood, interacting with humans and other cats in town.”

“The 3 major elements of the game revolve around the battle mechanics which you’d be very familiar with if you're an avid gamer. As a deck building, roguelike genre, players are meant to explore the possibilities of different combinations but somehow the variations can get old quite quickly thank you’d think. Thankfully, the straightforward guidelines and combinations are easy to understand, making some of the players who might be new to the genre, easily experience some of the creativity it would bring to the table.”

“With the core mechanics of the game focusing on individual combat and survival to outlast your opponents, there are zombies to worry about which means some co-op action as well as potential betrayal. Multiple stage gimmicks are to be abused and a decent cleverness shown by the AI enemies are not to be reckoned with. The amount of content feels a little repetitive as a party purpose game unless it’s in battle royale mode. Which is why we would highly recommend playing this game to compete with your best mates to witness all the chaos it would bring.”

“There are certain flaws around all aspects but all respect to the developer who has created this game solo and it’s their very first game to be published as well. No promises but it paves way for more improvements to come nonetheless. Beware that the players are bound to have their time and souls drained with inconvenient mechanics coupled with traps that give no hints or reasons whatsoever. It is a retro style platformer after all so perhaps these factors do belong to the classic genre in its own modesty. It’s definitely worth a try if you're a fan of action games.”

“This is an ultimate text-adventure game where the player is left to deduct clues while puzzle solving through two different dimensions. The storytelling paths crossover between character perspective and timeline. The game attempts to become its own form of emotional storytelling medium just like the classic format of literature, which were mainly restricted to paperback novels. Since video games bring in the advantage of interactivity, the developers try their best to make the modern gaming form as immersive as books have become.”