GamingBolt's Scores
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For 1,075 reviews, this publication has graded:
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48% higher than the average critic
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6% same as the average critic
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46% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.4 points lower than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 74
| Highest review score: | Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater | |
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| Lowest review score: | Greyhill Incident |
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Positive: 591 out of 1075
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Mixed: 451 out of 1075
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Negative: 33 out of 1075
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One of the most immersive and refined ways to experience Hogwarts Legacy.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 19, 2025
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Hitman: World of Assassination – Signature Edition delivers a robust stealth-sandbox experience on the Switch 2, packed with content and fully portable. However, the absence of docked VRR support and missing Switch-specific features like gyro aiming or mouse compatibility is a letdown. Still, for fans or those without access to other platforms, it remains a compelling option.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 17, 2025
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TRON: Catalyst leverages the mythos of its long-running setting for an intriguing premise, one hampered by middling combat and objectives.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 17, 2025
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As Remedy's first co-op shooter, FBC: Firebreak is a successful experiment, and while it doesn't quite match up to the best in the genre, the Oldest House is still a good stage for some creepy, frenetic action.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 17, 2025
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Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2 is an outstanding port, loaded with content and crisp performance.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 16, 2025
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For first-timers, Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut is the definitive way to experience one of the greatest action-adventure games ever made.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 13, 2025
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Sonic X Shadow Generations is a slick, high-performance Switch 2 upgrade that shines with Shadow’s best outing yet.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 12, 2025
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As developer Neowiz gears up for a sequel to Lies of P, fans get one more chance to dive back into its twisted world with the Overture DLC.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 12, 2025
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Cyberpunk 2077’s on the Switch 2 is visually striking, content-packed, and the best handheld version yet.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 12, 2025
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MindsEye is an excellent example of style over substance, a game that falls apart the moment you start playing.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 12, 2025
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The Alters is more than a fascinating concept, mixing strong characterization and impactful decision-making with an enthralling quest for survival, even if the gameplay doesn't always excite.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 12, 2025
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The frenetic PvP arena shooter with portals returns but this time with a fancy new engine and battle royale mode.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 11, 2025
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The Switch 2 upgrade for Tears of the Kingdom is a massive win: visually impressive, feature-rich, and finally running without compromise.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 11, 2025
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The Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade of Breath of the Wild is a technically impressive but content-light update.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 11, 2025
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Even if it's not the most expansive remaster, the Master Crafted Edition is still a great way to experience the original Space Marine.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 10, 2025
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Mario Kart World boldly reinvents the genre with open-world racing, fresh mechanics, and incredible charm..- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 10, 2025
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Wicked Isle is a fairly meaty story DLC for the recently released Atomfall, but it does come with a few rough edges.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 10, 2025
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In a world where rogue-lites are a dime a dozen, Lost in Random: The Eternal Die stands out with its Relics system, fun combat, and solid presentation. It's no Hades (and the similarities are too obvious to ignore), but it's still enjoyable in its own right.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 10, 2025
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Battle for Brooklyn isn't an earth-shattering new addition to The Division 2, but it doesn't feel tacked on either. Even if I expected something more, the content and story missions are solid, and there's plenty of cool new loot to earn.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 2, 2025
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As a whole, Delivery At All Costs delivers a zany and fun, though frustrating, isometric delivery experience with a story that tries a bit too hard.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jun 1, 2025
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Game of Thrones Kingsroad feels like it was made with smartphones in mind in the most obvious ways, from its monetisation to its UI and even its button mashing gameplay. Aside from getting to see some landmarks from the HBO show, there is little to enjoy here.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 30, 2025
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How much you get out of this game depends entirely on how invested in Gundam you were to begin with.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 29, 2025
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Elden Ring Nightreign is an unusual yet well-executed effort by FromSoftware, blending rogue-like progression and battle royale mechanics into a fun co-op experience despite some nagging issues.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 28, 2025
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An experience which promises much and delivers on some, F1 25 is without doubt a worthy entry but the feeling is its innovations could be greater.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 27, 2025
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There's certainly potential and creativity brimming in JDM: Japanese Drift Master. It's the execution needs some work, and the missions and open world do it no favors.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 26, 2025
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A nostalgic return for Onimusha fans, but its dated design may not hold up for everyone.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 26, 2025
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Despite major technical issues, Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is an exciting “Scrolls-like” that offers a tightly-scoped RPG experience that shows a ton of potential for the franchise and genre.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 23, 2025
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Brushes With Death is a low-stakes start to Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's post-launch paid DLCs; non-essential but a decent side dish for first-time players.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 20, 2025
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Blades of Fire stands out with its unique sword-based combat and surprisingly deep forging system.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 20, 2025
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Palia is far from a bad life-sim, and the Elderwood expansion adds meaningful content to the experience. That said, it definitely demands a significant time investment.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 20, 2025
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RoadCraft feels like the culmination of everything Saber Interactive learned while making its previous simulation games. Its vast variety of vehicles all feel incredibly fun to drive around, and rebuilding a place that got wrecked by natural disasters can be incredibly rewarding.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 20, 2025
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A Pirate’s Fortune is a short but meaningful return to Star Wars Outlaws, proving that with the right fixes, there’s still an adventure worth chasing.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 19, 2025
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Even six years after the original, The Sinking City Remastered still feels like a rough gem. Its investigative mechanics shine, but their impact is dulled by weak stealth and a progression system that leans too heavily on uninspired combat.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 19, 2025
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Additional visual improvements make S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced more than a straightforward upgrade for current-gen platforms. It's the best version of these classics, warts and all.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 19, 2025
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This collection offers a stronger lineup of games than its predecessor, but misses the mark by not including features like crossplay or story modes. Still, it delivers great value thanks to its convenience-focused additions and extra content.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 16, 2025
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Fallen Tree Games walks on the law enforcement side with its latest title, though it still suffers from fundamental issues.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 15, 2025
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Spirit of the North 2 isn't a complete lost cause, but it feels too rough and unpolished to qualify as anything more than wishful meandering.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 12, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is a wonderfully unique adventure game with a horror twist.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 9, 2025
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DOOM turns back the clock for an incredible prequel that'll get your blood pumping.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 9, 2025
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Raccoon Logic knows its target audience and delivers exactly what you would expect with Revenge of the Savage Planet, grating humor and all.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 5, 2025
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MotoGP 25 delivers an authentic racing experience with sharp physics, smart AI, and gorgeous bike models. It offers plenty of modes and deep customization, making it a strong entry in the series. However, lackluster commentary, bland off-track visuals, and a dry career presentation hold it back from greatness.- GamingBolt
- Posted May 2, 2025
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Post Trauma is an interesting experiment in the horror genre that tries to bring back classic gameplay styles to a modern age.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 29, 2025
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La Quimera feels like an ambitious game that was let down by time constraints during development. While there are bones of a good game in there, the general lack of quality in most of its aspects make it difficult to recommend.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 28, 2025
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Days Gone Remastered represents the maturity of a game that once had a shaky release, then with time got better with post launch patches and updates, improved further with a great PC port, and now shines even brighter on the PS5. In its current state, it has now firmly established itself as one of the best titles in PlayStation’s library. It’s a shame that Sony doesn’t seem interested in doing much with the IP going forward. Will that change someday with a Days Gone 2? Only time will tell.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 27, 2025
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Forza Horizon 5 instantly cements itself as one of the greatest racing games in PlayStation history.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 25, 2025
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The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is everything a fan could want and an excellent primer on what makes the series so magical.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 24, 2025
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An industrial post-cataclysmic stealth platformer well worth your time and attention.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 23, 2025
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Paying homage to those that came before yet bursting with its own creativity, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a must-play title for RPG fans.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 23, 2025
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An incredible aesthetic and solid combat make for a surprisingly solid Souls-like, with room for improvement.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 22, 2025
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Tempest Rising is a wonderful throwback to a genre that often feels forgotten in the modern age.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 21, 2025
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Some part of me pines for the good ol’ days of the sprite-based visuals and old-school vibe, but as it stands, City of the Wolves is a strong continuation of the franchise that will hopefully grow into its own with more support and polish.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 20, 2025
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Bionic Bay is one of those surprise indie gems that happens to excel in not just its art style, but gameplay as well. As a mix of physics-based puzzles and precision platforming, Bionic Bay has a dynamic platforming identity that is easy to love.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 17, 2025
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Forever Skies offers a fun narrative survival adventure with a unique spin on how your home base operates. Sadly, its survival mechanics feel unnecessary and its combat is quite boring.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 17, 2025
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The real question is: How does the PlayStation 5 port perform? As it turns out, quite flawlessly.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 14, 2025
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Colorful and boisterous, Butterscotch Shenanigans' sequel doesn't stray too far from the original, even if it could have offered more.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 14, 2025
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There's a lot to love in the level design and tactical toolkit afforded. I just wish some of the bugs and performance issues were ironed out so I could enjoy them more. Unless you're a patient gamer who enjoys real-time-tactics games, or a long-time Commandos aficionado, you might want to wait for one or two updates from now to try this out.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 9, 2025
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A mish-mash of genres and convoluted progression dull what's otherwise intriguing art direction and extensive destruction. [Early Access Review]- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 7, 2025
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The PC release of The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered is the definitive version of the game.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 3, 2025
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Compulsion Games' action-adventure title manages to stand out in spite of by-the-numbers gameplay.- GamingBolt
- Posted Apr 3, 2025
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Karma: The Dark World is a fun interactive story that has you explore the darkest reaches of the human psyche with excellent surreal horror and an interesting story to uncover.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 28, 2025
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Dollhouse: Behind the Broken Mirror features an interesting premise but just about every aspect of playing it makes it a monotonous experience.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 28, 2025
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- Posted Mar 28, 2025
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition lives up to the name and delivers the best version of the legendary game, with almost across the board improvements.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 27, 2025
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The developers deserve credit – it would have been far too easy to do the bare minimum and call it a day. However, Bleach: Rebirth of Souls is a legitimately compelling and well made arena fighter, that allows for some very thrilling fights. While other parts of the package are weaker and drag it down, this is the rare anime adaptation that can be recommended even to those who may not already be fans of the property.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 27, 2025
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Bug Bear Studios is back with even more detailed crashes and destructive driving, but it may have jumped the gun a little early. [Early Access Review]- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 24, 2025
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The First Berserker: Khazan nails its combat and presentation fundamentals but skimps on the narrative, loot and Khazan himself. Not terrible, but it could have been so much more.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 24, 2025
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Rebellion's post-nuclear adventure is a shockingly excellent and wonderfully bizarre time.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 21, 2025
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Sony San Diego plays it relatively safe with its flagship baseball series but offers new Storylines and modes with the same solid gameplay.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 20, 2025
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Dragonkin: The Banished offers a unique take on the loot-based action RPG genre, placing a strong emphasis on story and customization. [Early Access Review]- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 18, 2025
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Whether as a deadly shinobi or a formidable samurai, Assassin's Creed Shadows is a joy to play.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 18, 2025
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While WWE 2K25 tries to be more than just a yearly roster update thanks to its new features, the game tends to trip over itself with its ambitious new stories, while also hamstringing the PC release with strange decisions like hard-capped frame rates and locking cutscenes to 30 FPS.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 16, 2025
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Atelier Yumia is far from the best entry in the series for newcomers, but it's certainly the largest and most accessible.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 14, 2025
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If you want a break from Valorant, Bad Guitar Studio's FragPunk is an entertaining distraction. Just don't count on the same level of tactical depth.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 12, 2025
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Blade & Soul NEO feels like a MMORPG stuck in the 2000s. There is plenty of grinding to be done, but neither the gameplay nor the writing will be compelling enough for you to keep playing.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 10, 2025
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Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars brings the two beloved classics to modern platforms with smart and sensible updates that only reinforce all the reasons the series was so beloved in the first place.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 7, 2025
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Rise of the Ronin’s PC release is marred by performance issues which should hopefully be fixed through some patches focused on optimization. Underneath, however, there’s still a game with excellent combat, albeit with a bland story and quest design.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 7, 2025
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Seemingly directionless plot and occasionally excessive effects aside, Everhood 2 offers plenty of challenges for rhythm game fans.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 4, 2025
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After taking a year off, HB Studios' signature golfing franchise sees a strong resurgence thanks to excellent gameplay and presentation.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 4, 2025
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Split Fiction pretty much nails it on the gameplay front, but falters regarding its predictable and flawed story. The one-dimensional villain and cliche character dynamic between Mio and Zoe can't be ignored due to their presence through the adventure. Don't miss the Side Stories, as these supply some of the game's most memorable and charming moments.- GamingBolt
- Posted Mar 4, 2025
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Two Point Museum takes the challenge of Hospital and the customization within Campus to make a smooth and satisfying museum sim experience.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 26, 2025
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X-Out: Resurfaced is a pretty straightforward remake of an excellent 90s shoot-em-up set in the depths of the ocean. The enhanced visuals of the deep sea stages look vibrant and faithful, though a classic graphic toggle would've been nice. A new mirror mode, some added cheats, and a preconfigured submarine loadout screen are nice additions and all, but the lack of save options or online co-op is a missed opportunity. Still, what's here is solid stuff, especially if you like a well-earned challenge. This is a strong recommendation for fans of the game or shoot-em-up enthusiasts, but the $20 price tag might be too much to swallow for others.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 25, 2025
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Monster Hunter Wilds is a fresh start for the franchise, even as it channels a respectable chunk of Monster Hunter World. The endgame could use a lot more, but it's still a top-tier action RPG with some incredible moments.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 24, 2025
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Even if Tape 1 won't immediately grab you, Lost Records: Bloom and Rage is off to a decent start, thanks to its intriguing characters and plot.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 19, 2025
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Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is an addictive, fun and an absurd experience. But most importantly, it is a complete blast to play through.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 18, 2025
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Warriors: Abyss is an excellent mash-up of a roguelite structure with the core gameplay of the Dynasty Warriors franchise. There is plenty of content to unlock, and the level of variety in creating builds for each run is incredible. Just be ready to skip through a lot of poor dialogue.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 18, 2025
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Avowed doesn't reinvent the wheel and it isn't the most deep or complex RPG, but thanks to strong writing, storytelling, world-building, combat, and exploration, it succeeds in delivering an engaging experience that fans of the genre will want to check out.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 16, 2025
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Another solid remaster collection for Tomb Raider fans but it's not without its shortcomings.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 14, 2025
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Kunos Simulazioni's new racing sim boasts gorgeous visuals and excellent handling but has a long way to go in so many ways. [Early Access Review]- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 12, 2025
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As it currently stands, however, SCP: Fragmented Minds is a difficult game to recommend. The pacing issues alone means that you’re going to be spending the vast majority of your time with the game just running around and hiding from goofy looking creatures. [Early Access Review]- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 12, 2025
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The latest addition to Falcom's long-running RPG series isn't a complete disaster, but it's far from a triumph, and the new features barely raise it above the underwhelming story.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 12, 2025
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While Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is able to surpass its two predecessors in just about everything from gameplay to story, the PC port is in desperate need of optimization patches.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 3, 2025
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A spectacular medieval RPG filled to the brim with quality hand-crafted content. The main quest is not to be skipped.- GamingBolt
- Posted Feb 3, 2025
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Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap's new rogue-lite mechanics add some interesting twists to a classic formula, but the tower defense aspects are the true star of the show.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 31, 2025
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Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector improves on its predecessor in nearly every way imaginable.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 31, 2025
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Enchantment Under the Sea might just be some of the best gameplay experiences Atomic Heart has delivered so far. While it doesn’t have the open-world nature of the base game, the more linear approach to level design and fun new powers makes the DLC well worth visiting.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 29, 2025
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Mixing elements from Breath of the Wild with Shadow of the Colossus sounds amazing on paper, but Eternal Strands somehow renders it a merely average experience.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 29, 2025
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While this remaster doesn’t do justice to this game’s significant legacy, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is still a good way to play a very addictive game.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 29, 2025
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Sniper Elite: Resistance delivers more of the excellent tactical stealth shooting action that Sniper Elite 5 boasted three years ago. It might be a familiar experience, but for genre fans, it's still an easy recommendation.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 28, 2025
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Ninja Gaiden 2 Black isn't the most definitive version of the classic but it will remind you why it's so well-regarded in the first place.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 28, 2025
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A promising set-up and gorgeous art direction aren't enough to mask the shortcomings of Odd Bug Studio's sequel.- GamingBolt
- Posted Jan 27, 2025
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