ElDesmarque's Scores
- Games
For 211 reviews, this publication has graded:
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57% higher than the average critic
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11% same as the average critic
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32% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2.7 points higher than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 78
| Highest review score: | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | |
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| Lowest review score: | 1348 Ex Voto |
Score distribution:
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Positive: 141 out of 211
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Mixed: 65 out of 211
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Negative: 5 out of 211
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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a triumphant return to 2D for the series, a tribute to its origins, and proof that The Game Kitchen can handle a license with this much historical weight without losing its signature style. It's fast, challenging, varied, and visually stunning. A great side-scrolling action game with well-designed mechanics.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Aug 11, 2025
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Wild Hearts S delivers solid gameplay with creative combat and customization, but technical issues on the Nintendo Switch 2 (including low-res textures, frame drops, and popping) significantly hinder the overall experience. The docked mode performs better but still falls short of expectations, making this version a mixed bag for fans of the series.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Aug 8, 2025
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Luto is an experience that cannot be recommended lightly, but it deserves to be played by those who are looking for something more in video games. Its approach is bold, honest, and emotionally devastating. It has flaws, yes, but none of them detract from its ability to make an impact. It is one of those games that you don't forget when you close the game. It stays with you. It gets under your skin. And it forces you to think.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Aug 7, 2025
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It's a title that demands time, attention, and respect. And if you're willing to give it that, it rewards you with something few modern shooters offer: genuine tension, unfiltered strategy, and a constant sense of real danger. It's not a pastime. It's a procedure. And one with consequences.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Aug 6, 2025
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Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a very uneven game that forces you to bump into unnecessary walls, making it very difficult for beginners. However, the difficulty is reduced to a minimum once you learn which style works best against each boss. There is little to say about the game's story because it is never interesting.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Aug 5, 2025
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Shadow Labyrinth is a dark sci-fi metroidvania with precise controls, creative power ups like a powerful mecha transformation and PAC-MAN possession mechanics. Its bosses shine, but its slow story and linear level design hold it back.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 29, 2025
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It's skillful, fun, entertaining, easy to understand, and very easy to enjoy. It's a perfect game for all ages, whether you're looking to embrace collecting or simply advance toward the center of the world. It's a classic from the moment it was first launched, thanks to its mechanics, universe, and gameplay. And it sets a new long-term standard for the genre.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 26, 2025
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This GuitaR-PG is a musical delight. A classic RPG of a lifetime, with your exploration to find hidden treasures, and turn-based combat... but where parry is the key to everything. Fun and rocking, loaded with adrenaline at every step.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 23, 2025
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Patapon 1+2 Replay is a good pack to revive these two classic games, which has much more value in its Nintendo Switch version. They are two games that seem to be created for this platform. Its unique proposal, a mix of rhythm and strategy, is kept fresh thanks to its original design and technical improvements.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 22, 2025
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Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open is a little gem. It's not the ideal game for those looking for action or intense scares, but it is for those who value a well-told story, outstanding art design, and sincere cultural representation. It's an endearing experience, sad at times, hopeful at others, that stays with you long after you've finished it.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 21, 2025
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The Drifter is much more than a classic style adventure game. It is one of the best psychological thrillers of recent years. Giving us a powerful and intense narrative that never lets go, accompanied by a visual and sound style polished to perfection. And a plot twist that will make you throw your hands to your head.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 17, 2025
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 is a playable homage to two of the most beloved titles in virtual skateboarding. Its gameplay remains a work of arcade engineering, its visuals are solid and its content is plentiful. However, the structural changes in Career mode, especially in THPS 4, and the incomplete soundtrack, make the result not as rounded as its predecessor. Even so, it is an essential game for any lover of the saga or the genre.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 14, 2025
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An adorable indie game that is, in many ways, a love letter to the 3D platformers of the 90s. Its visual style, core mechanics and variety of scenarios are proof of overflowing creativity. However, it also suffers from execution flaws that prevent it from shining to its full potential. It's a game that will be especially enjoyed by those who grew up with the Nintendo 64 and PlayStation era, but may turn off modern gamers accustomed to greater refinement.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 8, 2025
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ANTRO is a great and exciting adventure. When Limbo meets 1984 from George Orwell. But the philosopher's stone of the game is the urban music, that carefully fits with every rhythm of the game.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 6, 2025
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Playing PEAK is a reminder of why we play games. Not to save the world as the latest hunky hero chosen by a sexy priestess, but to laugh at our downfalls, share moments with our friends, and build memories that last. PEAK isn't the deepest or most polished game, but it is one of the most honestly fun games we've played this year.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 6, 2025
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Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster refreshes the experience on Switch 2, though graphically it doesn't quite bring out the console's potential.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 2, 2025
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Dune: Awakening is an MMO survival RPG that takes us to a hostile and faithfully recreated Arrakis. Its alternate story removes Paul Atreides, casting us as Bene Gesserit agents with hydration, crafting, base-building, and a realistic economy system. The gunplay is solid, but melee combat feels clunky and lacks impact. It stands out for its flexible RPG progression and immersive open world, though its technical demands on mid-range PCs and the harsh death penalties can be frustrating for some.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jul 1, 2025
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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is not a revolution compared to its predecessor, but it is a very coherent evolution, which polishes its mechanics to the maximum, deepens its message and dares to show the cracks in its own philosophy. It is true that there is not much innovation or surprise and we did not expect that from Kojima, and this is a major drawback in a game like this. But the bar was set so high because of Kojima himself.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 30, 2025
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FBC: Firebreak is a proposal that, while technically competent, fails to capture the magic that defined Control. Its gameplay loop is repetitive, its progression frustrating and its setting bland. While there are moments of fun mayhem and certain clever mechanical ideas, they are not enough to sustain a multiplayer experience that, in a saturated market, needs much more to stand out. In its current state, it's a game that may entertain a couple of afternoons with friends, but will be forgotten just as quickly if Remedy doesn't do something to ‘remedy’ it.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 29, 2025
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Rematch is a contradictory experience. On the one hand, it is an original, intense and fun proposal. On the other hand, it is an online game that seems unfinished, lacking structure and with debatable design decisions. If Sloclap manages to polish its flaws and add the necessary social tools, it could become a benchmark in multiplayer arcade soccer.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 25, 2025
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Locomoto is a charming train ride that more than delivers on its cozy promise. Yes, it has some technical and narrative ups and downs, but nothing that can't be fixed with love and future updates. If you're looking to relax, decorate adorable trains, and help lovable characters, Locomoto is just what you need.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 22, 2025
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Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut combines an intense story with a fast pace and a great sense of humor, making it very fun to play. Its compact open world and style-based combat make it straightforward and accessible. A solid remaster and a great entry point into the saga.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 20, 2025
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Hazelight Studios has made a conscious adaptation to the strengths and limitations of Nintendo's new hardware, keeping the heart of the game intact while optimizing the experience for the console's own portability and connectivity.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 20, 2025
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Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is an interesting game with very good ideas that has been improved with a lot of skill but that in turn weighs down some difficult problems to solve. The combat lacks forcefulness to be more fun as the hours go by, but it makes up for it with a greater depth in the management of demons and skills.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 18, 2025
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TRON Catalyst keeps the essence of the classic '82 film alive, in the form of a roguelite that plays nicely with time loops, but ends up not surprising in any way. Very entertaining, but without grandiloquence.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 18, 2025
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Hitman: World of Assassination - Signature Edition is a brave and generous adaptation in content, but with clear technical compromises. It performs better on handheld than in dock mode, and the experience is marred by online dependency and a lack of control improvements. Still, it remains a valid (and very fun) way to enjoy the stylish stealth and assassination trilogy.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 15, 2025
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Dragon is Dead stands out with its dark pixel art and satisfying combat, though its slow progression may test less patient players.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 13, 2025
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The real strength of The Alters lies in experiencing the game through the eyes of each clone. The personal narratives of the alters and the dynamics of group control form the most compelling aspect of this unique blend of management, exploration, and base-building. While survival drives the core gameplay, it's the emotional depth and interpersonal tension within the base that truly set it apart.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 12, 2025
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Mario Kart World could define an era for all types of gamers. It hooks the most casual player while simultaneously appealing to the competitive shredder, to the friend group, and to the family. This flexibility for all kinds of players is a message tied to the longevity and replayability of the game, the console, and the marketing strategy behind a blockbuster hit. It's a success in its concept, but even more so with a Switch 2 in hand.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 11, 2025
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Sonic X Shadow Generations on Nintendo Switch 2 is a quality port that corrects many of the technical shortcomings of the previous version. It offers a fluid experience, visually appealing and fully enjoyable on both desktop and portable. But it does not add new content and its appeal is reduced if you already played on Switch 1 and were hoping for some kind of incentive to go through the cash register again.- ElDesmarque
- Posted Jun 10, 2025
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