INVEN's Scores
- Games
For 379 reviews, this publication has graded:
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55% higher than the average critic
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14% same as the average critic
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31% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.7 points higher than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 80
| Highest review score: | Animal Well | |
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| Lowest review score: | The Lord of the Rings - Gollum |
Score distribution:
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Positive: 302 out of 379
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Mixed: 73 out of 379
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Negative: 4 out of 379
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A strategy RPG that stays true to the fun of deck-building and tactical gameplay. The enjoyment of researching various synergies between heroes and applying them in battles is undeniable. However, perhaps due to an excessive focus on core mechanics, the story and content feel somewhat ornamental, and the simplistic visual leaves something to be desired.- INVEN
- Posted Jul 23, 2024
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This game successfully integrates real-time conversations with NPC AI powered by Chat GPT within the framework of a classic detective adventure. By utilizing the technology as a tool within the game rather than relying solely on its novelty, it enhances the overall immersion. The next challenge for AI in gaming is highly anticipated.- INVEN
- Posted Jul 11, 2024
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While the game functions well enough thanks to its proven system and solid foundation, it still shows some shortcomings in various aspects. These can be understandable considering it is still in pre-season, but the game needs to demonstrate something significant in the next update to prove its long-term service potential.- INVEN
- Posted Jul 11, 2024
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A heartwarming adventure where you can fully enjoy Anya's cuteness. The concept of a picture diary, packed with the diverse elements of the original, is enough to keep a smile on the faces of [Spy x Family] fans for a while. If you're not a fan, you might not find much reason to play this game.- INVEN
- Posted Jul 7, 2024
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This game adheres to the 'easy to learn, hard to master' formula, showcasing systematic and simple action. While it creates a new style for anime games by utilizing various media formats in its narrative, the key challenge seems to be overcoming the standardized content, intermittent growth curve, and narrative hurdles.- INVEN
- Posted Jul 4, 2024
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An already near-perfect game gets a 30-hour expansion with this DLC. Adding a wealth of new stories within its mysterious world, 'Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree' will also challenge you with its formidable difficulty. The newly added equipment further enhances the enjoyment of the base game.- INVEN
- Posted Jun 18, 2024
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A delightful 2D Metroidvania action game for parry and furry lovers, brought to you by a developer specializing in horror games.- INVEN
- Posted Jun 7, 2024
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While it presents the rather universal theme of religious dilemmas, 'Indika' showcases refined direction through its unique techniques and game-specific features. Although the game isn't packed with playable content, the developer's intention to provoke thought is successfully achieved.- INVEN
- Posted May 29, 2024
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An action-packed, cross platform open world RPG. It excels with its fast, exhilarating action and attractive graphics, despite a weak storyline and unbalanced sound issues. The key to its future success lies in how well the character development and story are further refined.- INVEN
- Posted May 28, 2024
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A tactical turn-based game without randomness and covers. While it's attempt to diverge from the path of XCOM is commendable, the lackluster story, monotonous gameplay, and content composition remind us why XCOM remains the king of turn-based tactical games.- INVEN
- Posted May 27, 2024
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The game might initially seem like a combat-free Metroidvania or an extension of indie platformers. However, its deep game design becomes more attractive when played. Where puzzles stimulate curiosity, the curiosity initially becomes the key to solving it. While the game's graphics also act as a hint, and the sound effects blend seamlessly into the gameplay.- INVEN
- Posted May 23, 2024
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The game's high level of immersion makes you want to play it from start to finish in one sitting. With outstanding audiovisual presentation and effects, it gives the feeling that you're playing a movie, not watching it. However, the gameplay elements, such as combat and puzzles, still lack significant meaning, which leads to rather disappointing feelings.- INVEN
- Posted May 21, 2024
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While the game isn’t particularly difficult to survive or find ways, its fast-paced, intense combat compensates for the lack of tension. It is impressive that V Rising faithfully captures the vampire fantasy, but the depth of the content doesn’t quite match its breadth.- INVEN
- Posted May 15, 2024
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A gift from Akira Toriyama, bringing back childhood memories. The original story depicting events after the original work is pretty enjoyable to watch. However, the overall monotonous core gameplay is somewhat disappointing.- INVEN
- Posted May 1, 2024
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A beautiful, yet deadly action game that combines fast-paced action with the tension of a Souls-like experience. the game also caters to various gaming tastes with beginner-friendly features and puzzles. While the lack of story buildup and the short length are disappointing, and the details of close-range to long-range combat swaps can be cumbersome, overall it's an impressive piece.- INVEN
- Posted Apr 24, 2024
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'A love letter to classic JRPG fans' would be the perfect description for this game. It's filled with various elements that evoke nostalgia for JRPG enthusiasts. However, despite its efforts to recreate the nostalgia of the past, maybe the absence of convenience feaures was too much.- INVEN
- Posted Apr 22, 2024
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A Tower Defense setup that you have to survive by treating food to aliens. The game boasts innovative gameplay and unique concept with the addition of automation and roguelite features. However, the random elements, difficulty, and gameplay mechanics are a bit far from smooth combination.- INVEN
- Posted Apr 12, 2024
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A tactical puzzle shooter imbued with the aesthetics of destruction. While It presents a new form of shooting accompanied by intense artwork, it's somewhat disappointing that the overall gameplay only lasts 3–4 hours. Apart from the leaderboard system, there's a need for additional incentives to engage players in repetitive gameplay.- INVEN
- Posted Apr 12, 2024
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A game that imbues the concept of 'time loop' with the strategic depth of SRPGs and a compelling storyline. While the mechanics of calculating hit chances and enemy behaviors to devise strategies are excellent, the emphasis on gimmicks over active growth and combat makes it difficult to fully enjoy the essence of SRPGs from the outset.- INVEN
- Posted Apr 7, 2024
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A refined Team Ninja's action met an open-world experience. While the story unfolds like a grand drama of Japanese history, the limited impact of player choices is a drawback. The inclusion of sensitive real-life figures and the system for building rapport with them may justify the cancellation of the official release in Korea.- INVEN
- Posted Apr 3, 2024
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A lack of horror behind the captivating puzzle adventure. While exploring the Derceto Manor is consistently enjoyable, it is really hard to catch the sense of fear which is crucial to a horror game. Still, it might serve as a nostalgic journey for those who remember the original.- INVEN
- Posted Mar 27, 2024
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It is true that an immersive world and unique game mechanics create distinct enjoyment. However, these same aspects also bring several issues. While the game is excellent, certain external factors need to be addressed for improvement.- INVEN
- Posted Mar 26, 2024
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WWE 2K24 takes pre introduced 'in-ring performance' to the next level. Those who expected a big change may be slightly disappointed, but the game does have a lot of detail that WWE fans will be satisfied with. You know it's always the best option for those seeking a professional wrestling games.- INVEN
- Posted Mar 17, 2024
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Unicorn Overlord boasts a beautiful 2D art style and excellent sound, creating a fantastic atmosphere. With a combat and management system that diversifies strategy and encourages thoughtful decisions, the game became a title that would thoroughly satisfy SRPG fans.- INVEN
- Posted Mar 7, 2024
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The playtime is relatively short, and the story is perplexing with Hypergryph-style terms and an ambiguous narrative. However, the combat design that breaks away traditional turn-based RPG frame makes the game exceptional enough to overlook the issues with the narrative.- INVEN
- Posted Feb 29, 2024
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Last Epoch is a quarter-view ARPG designed for genre enthusiasts who may have grown weary of games that are either too easy or too difficult. While the game proves itself by providing immense core gameplay built over its five-year early access, the unstable online server and the worst-ever Korean localization hinders the overall experience.- INVEN
- Posted Feb 28, 2024
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Pacific Drive successfully reinterprets the core of the survival genre, centered around the bond with your station wagon. While the POV driving mechanics and the anomalies often provide relentless, occasionally exhausting challenges, the game still retains a charm that makes you want to take the wheel once again.- INVEN
- Posted Feb 27, 2024
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An open-world pirate adventure from Ubisoft that exemplifies both the strengths and weaknesses of the studio. The graphics capture the atmosphere of the pirate era, and naval battles with ship maneuvering are excellent. However, the entire map, filled with boring, lackluster content, is not enough to compensate for the seven-year wait.- INVEN
- Posted Feb 22, 2024
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Matured action and an expanded gameplay experience characterize Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. It can easily be considered a sequel that surpasses its predecessor. With a shockingly well-executed storyline that permeates the entire remake project, this game can truly be said to have made the four-year wait worthwhile.- INVEN
- Posted Feb 22, 2024
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The narrative, crafted through repeated moral dilemmas, allows players to immerse themselves deeply in the story. While the depth in combat may be somewhat lacking, the captivating world of New Eden undoubtedly provides the thrill of an adventure.- INVEN
- Posted Feb 18, 2024
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