The experiment in the form of the DioField Chronicle didn't go particularly well. It's interesting to explore and see how far the player can go, but the barriers set by the authors are too limiting. As are the terrible controls on PC. [Issue#322]

A must not only for every lover of the genre, but of detective fiction in general. The dense atmosphere and inexplicable mysteries are even more pervasive in the new version, and so even replaying this adventure game is a clear choice. [Issue#317]

In the end, it doesn't bring that much revolutionary change, on the contrary, it often suffers from a desperately slow pace, dumb AI and surprising repetitiveness during classic building. [Issue#317]

You progress through the main story through dungeons that need to be unlocked with a certain number of earned wands. This number gradually increases. But if you enjoy running around a wonderfully designed world with goofy humor and funny characters, you'll probably forgive the game some repetitiveness. [Issue#317]

If the open-world concept had been better utilized and if the writers had added more interesting characters to the story, Infinite could have easily been one of the best Halo games ever. The shootouts are highly entertaining and the open world brings new tactical possibilities. The multiplayer is just as good, being slightly faster than before. [Issue#317]

The unassuming act hides a few hours of pleasant, soothing fun, where you don't have to stress with difficult enemies or overly complex puzzles. [Issue#317]

The overall impression of the game is also helped by the music background. Headphones are a must and take the experience up a few notches. We must not forget the graphics, which with their spare, gloomy reality, illustrate the almost ceremonial atmosphere of the individual chapters. [Issue#317]

Despite its difficulty, or perhaps because of it, it pushes all the right buttons for an epic cooperative experience. So if you've got a bunch of friends up for regular trips to the underground, the atmosphere will instantly and definitively absorb you. [Issue#317]

Destruction is still cool, and in the end I have to give the creators credit for the fact that the much marketing-washed akedo has its moments. Everything else that made a good Battlefield is completely missing, and that chase for record-breaking size or player count is really a poor substitute for well-designed maps, rich content in the form of game modes, and certainly no substitute for the original class system that the gameplay has always relied on in the first place. [Issue#317]

The creators from Modern Storyteller, have done what others can't - they have managed to turn a successful modification into a standalone game that is receiving acclaim on all sides. Excellent production values (especially for an indie game) meet with well-crafted and original game design to create a truly unique experience. [Issue#317]

Definitely not a bad game. It handles its mechanics perfectly, and as long as it doesn't try to talk at you, you'll enjoy it. It's the first step on the road to new games with Pokémon on the cover, and the good sales could be the main reason to continue similar work and experimentation. [Issue#317]

God of War is more or less a game for everyone who is not afraid of action gameplay and appreciates good narrative and production quality. It's also great to watch, so it can be recommended to extended family members over the series. [Issue#317]

The game is fun to play, the combat is fun, the plot is fine, the twists are unpredictable, it’s functionally consistent (it can be used as a gallery of good practice examples when teaching game design), and it beats like a well-stitched heart made of several mammals inserted into a robot with a human head and an endless sense of humor. You'll laugh, you'll cry, this game will change your life, Bernard said, and I agree. [Issue#317]

Horizon has enchanted me again. After a slow start, a graphically beautiful, sophisticated sequel comes, polished in every aspect, and underscored by a great soundtrack on top of that. The sequel was simply a success. Everything that worked before works even slightly better now. [Issue#317]

The PC version already has the improved textures from the PS5 version, but sometimes you'll just notice crappy textures, environments or NPCs that haven’t fully loaded yet, and of course image tearing in some not-so-frequent moments. The PC version is good, but personally I'd reach for the PS5 version which just runs smoother. [Issue#317]

The content of the missions is extremely repetitive, both in terms of gameplay and use of the same locations (with minor modifications) and even graphical assets. Moreover, the game tries to pretend to be a tactical action game, but in practice one is instead faced with chaotic action, where you lure most of the enemies from the entire level onto you after the first shot. [Issue#317]

The game doesn’t do anything wrong per se and I must criticize it primarily for its absolute mediocrity, lack of interesting ideas, and wasted potential. There were good moments I really enjoyed here and there, despite the game having the worst open-world city of gaming history and the creators’ promises not being fulfilled in the slightest. [Issue#317]

The action moves at a pleasantly fast pace. The furious jumble of pixels is one of the highlights of the whole game, especially with the help of the imaginative design. Content-wise, the game is virtually impossible to fault. Moreover, most of the campaign parameters are randomly generated, including the spells. Thus, no new game is exactly the same, thanks to the variety of game scenarios. [Issue#318]

The sequel to Elex can immerse you, not let go and you can have a lot of fun with it. On the other hand, you may also be put off by a very awkward beginning, weird dialogue, creepy facial animations and a boring main storyline full of clichés. [Issue#318]

Although the game is certainly better compared to the older version, the impression is spoiled by the sometimes clumsy controls. The strike aiming could use some tweaking. Pressing the right buttons is often more a matter of chance or luck than a planned strategy. The graphics have grown noticeably in beauty compared to the last game. [Issue#318]

The excellent story campaign, which is an audiovisual feast, can now be played on a higher difficulty level. This is challenging enough for even experienced players, but never frustrating. For those interested in getting into the raid early, it's also a welcome way to avoid a lengthy grind in the pursuit of a desired level. [Issue#318]

It's nice to switch off and enjoy the joy of movement, spoiled by a few poorly placed checkpoints. It's nice to slaughter hordes of demons in generic arenas with a small arsenal of weapons. It's nice to occasionally save a world that you yourself have thrown into terrible trouble. We all have a little Lo Wang in us. [Issue#318]

Graphically, the game doesn't do too poorly, although a comparison with last year's Forza Horizon 5 wouldn't make it a winner. Grid is more thrilling, can be pleasantly fresh thanks to the different types of races like elimination, and even if it doesn't use DualSense as well as Gran Turismo, it's still a solid racing game that is sure to entertain with its variety of cars, tracks, and well-handled multiplayer. [Issue#318]

Gran Turismo 7 has a lot of good and plenty of great. The use of DualSense and the particularly well-tuned loading is exemplary, and there's a huge amount of work behind the game, with a lot of detail that's almost hard to believe at times. [Issue#318]

A lack of trust in the narrator leads to a slightly unsatisfying finale. But the journey, which is exceptionally graphically hilarious, is the destination in this case. Apart from the interactive passages, I felt more like I was in a slow-building film. Furthermore, built on "go and fetch" types of tasks. Apart from playing with the camera and certain passages, the player is mostly a passive observer of the story. [Issue#318]

This is a great logic game that can stump even experienced puzzle solvers. Surprisingly, the game also has a story, which you will gradually uncover by collecting shiny dice relics. [Issue#318]

A fun game for fans of simulator games and for farmers who haven't had enough after a whole day in the field. Unfortunately, it brings too few real innovations and the shortcomings that fans of the series have been complaining about for years have not been addressed by the developers. [Issue#318]

Elden Ring is simply a game that the player naturally adapts to their own style of play. Challenging at times, vicious at others, but mostly incredibly fun. The enjoyable pace makes the hours of play pass by like water, and each path opens up a few more, only to come together again after a fair amount of exploration before the next big reveal. [Issue#318]

One's feelings about the game start with "oh my God, what did I buy", move on to "hey, it's not all bad - let's destroy one more tree", only to realize in the end that you're actually doing the same thing over and over again and that you could spend your time in a more entertaining way. [Issue#318]

You're in charge of taking care of your ship, so you drive it, cool it, repair it and figure out how to progress together. As a reward, it will take you through a beautiful environment to somewhere far over the horizon where you might find a new home. As well as the perfectly crafted splash of waves, the sound of the wind and the creaking of the remnants of civilization, there's some amazing music to accompany your journey through the silent world. [Issue#318]

The visuals are mediocre, the characters are strangely stiff in their faces, the animals appear plastic. Still, the game fulfills many expectations and offers the question - who will judge you when your conscience is silent? [Issue#318]

Although the Immortal Empires format, which will combine all three games into one large map, was not yet available at the time of review, the world itself is large even in the individual parts. Its treatment and variety of climatic zones and chaotic crevasses deserve high praise, and the freedom of creative license has been used to the fullest by the authors at Creative Assembly in this regard as well. [Issue#318]

A great title that manages to tell a gripping political thriller while entertaining you with great tactical battles that are simple at the core but offer a wide range of possibilities. A great, slow, relaxing game to keep your brain occupied. [Issue#319]

Why is it a great game? If you grit your teeth, Weird West offers fantastic gameplay and a very original take on the story. Don't be afraid of it. Don't be afraid to go west and grow with the strange land. [Issue#319]

The graphics stick to the boundaries set by its predecessor and only improve and smooth out. Although everything takes place in a dark fantasy world drowning in fog, the depiction of the world in watercolors makes the game almost beautiful. [Issue#319]

The game obviously tries not to keep you needlessly long in a single level and is, as is traditional in the series, fairly accessible to players of all ages and abilities, so that it only asks for a challenge at specific moments. It's a shame that those great imaginative worlds and cool puzzles aren't used more. [Issue#319]

Mandatory reading for fans of the series, which aspires to captivate even casual gamers thanks to its great voice acting, entertaining story and original visuals. The only barriers to entry may be hitches full of frustrating random clicking or the humour which may not be to everyone's taste. [Issue#319]

The game builds on a familiar foundation but isn't afraid to experiment, an aspect that the slightly stagnant Pokémon franchise should adopt and dig into its core mechanics. Coromon simply bets on variation, and the bet pays off. [Issue#319]

The puzzles aren't too complicated, the story, though sweet, is quite infantile and often reminiscent of ideas from Alice in Wonderland, just dusted off a bit and mixed with a lot of cats here and there. [Issue#319]

Before the fox finds a way to return home from the planet Caramel, you'll enjoy a relaxing adventure game with magical visuals and a violence-free story. It's just a shame that the game is disrupted by a stereotype at the end. [Issue#319]

The tactical part works great, and when you're not fighting, there's something to do on the ship as well. Warp drive repair, shield upgrades, barracks expansion. The bombarded planets look nice, the models could have been given a bit more space. But once you put the helmet on in the barracks, the epic feeling is back. [Issue#319]

A certain repetitiveness in the battle system is broken by the other phase of the game, in which you upgrade your castle and your knights. The game has gone through a lot of delays, but the final product is definitely worth the attention of players of turn-based strategy games and dark fantasy alike. [Issue#319]

The game has a very fast pace, so demotivation due to frequent repetition of levels does not occur. This is also due to the attractive visuals and perfect musical background, which gives Revita the hallmark of a fun futuristic chill game. [Issue#319]

The mix between Among Us and Cooking Dash makes for funny frenetic action that will get your nerves flowing. Every mistake usually means death and a return to the starting planet. Godlike Burger can therefore be frustrating and repetitive after a while. [Issue#319]

The first installment, despite its unremarkable gameplay, at least tried. It brought the story of a man who just wants to exist, but the whole world is against him. Here, from the start, you're a nutcase in a bathrobe who shoots prisoners and cleans sewers. And sometimes he hallucinates. If there's satire, it's on the level of cops eating donuts. [Issue#319]

It contains everything that makes gamers love the Lego Star Wars games, while at the same time showing the authors' desire to push the franchise further. Some of it worked, some of it didn't, but if this sympathetic will holds out, the next game will no doubt turn out great. [Issue#319]

A nice reference to classic first-person shooters. What adds to the similarity, besides the brisk bloody gameplay, is the game's visuals, which are a nice combination of 3D models and pixel graphics. The gameplay experience is complemented by the metallic music, which underlines the brutality of the game perfectly. [Issue#319]

Beautiful 120 fps, razor-sharp edges and an epic soundtrack create an atmosphere so thick you could cut it with a knife. And when a playthrough is finally successful, you can't help but pat yourself on the back and keep playing. [Issue#319]

It's a fact that the black and white treatment helps the game a lot. In the end, it's a nice little one-shot that works more as an atmospheric experience than a game. Especially if you're into samurai and old movies. [Issue#320]

It's a never-ending story, a game with too many half-baked ideas, where the story and mood of the series just hold the door to correctness and superficiality without a deeper gameplay experience or at least uniqueness. [Issue#320]

Additional variability in gameplay, however, is provided by a decent number of ship types, which was the biggest shortcoming of the preliminary version. Now the game contains around ten ship classes. In addition, the internal layout of each individual ship within a class is different. So you don't have to worry about running into the exact same vessel twice in dozens of hours of play. [Issue#320]

As far as graphics go, it has a very nice color palette and is mostly old school pixel graphics. The effects and lighting are very nice, but at times they can be cluttered in the heat of battle, causing you to miss hard-won loot. In the end, though, Loot River is a very addictive title that is a joy to fall into time and time again. [Issue#320]

The developers have done a good job of balancing a nice visual appearance with the low power requirements of iron. There is also good use of the fact that no one knows what the universe looks like. The colours, textures and spaceships look believable and the moving parts look like they are supposed to move. Not forgetting the soundtrack, which has just the right vibe for intergalactic battles and enhances the atmosphere of stellar infinity. [Issue#320]

A little bit of cyborg, a critique of market-determined health insurance, student activism, a big helping of love, a dash of revenge, one doctor, a steam hammer, murder. But if you like synthwave and want a ten hour or so read, go ahead. [Issue#320]

If you're a keen crisis manager, you won't have a problem with this, but otherwise you can get lost in managing everything. Just when you feel like the crisis isn't so hot, that you can balance the demands of all classes, and even food is plentiful, something goes wrong. [Issue#320]

The game brings a rather careful evolution and is not that different from the fourth installment. Everything has been taken a step further, including the graphics, controls and even the haptic response of the controller. Which, on the one hand, is fine, because it's still a hell of a fun and polished simulator of a WWII saboteur and sniper. [Issue#320]

The game may be based on a rather clichéd story, which doesn't impress anyone nowadays, but it doesn't throw completely bad ideas into the mix. However, these are only developed halfway through, and thus arouse bitterness and boredom in the player rather than provide a nourishing gaming experience. [Issue#320]

It's a great game if you don't want to play too long against a pretty erratic AI. It's disappointing to not be able to control the goalie as well. The online features are excellent. Plus there's the promise of an expanding range of available Nintendo characters for free. A perfect choice for parties. [Issue#320]

The game's true action peaks are not in the boss parts (where it's more about epicentres of frustration), but in the mass brawls that match the best scenes from films like Raid or Kill Zone. Actually, it's even better, because here you are in the lead role and you take everyone on in a very personal and dynamic and vigorous way. [Issue#320]

One could say the game concept is as vulnerable as your character. The straightforward gameplay can be refreshing under the right circumstances. Unfortunately, the same can't be said for the technical execution, which sets the game back a good twenty years. Outdated graphics, technical bugs, and poor character movement all drag the game down below the level of a quality product. [Issue#320]

The game has great controls. Everything is clearly visible, despite the brutal turmoil all around. A harsh critic might be able to point out the lack of a map, but the question is whether the lack of the ability to get your bearings quickly wasn't an intended part of the dark game. And if the blood, madness and tentacles weren't enough, you can jump into Endless mode and experience it all again, and even more directly! [Issue#320]

However, porting to the console was not without its own problems. The biggest one definitely being the control, which uses the joystick-controlled cursor even in completely illogical moments. Despite this, however, this is an adventure game from the road story genre that is worth experiencing. [Issue#320]

I'm bothered by the bland story of the world's destruction, which was vehemently influenced by the online nature and spirit of the game or the inability to change the camera. The game looks and runs very well, and you can also adjust the graphics settings on more powerful devices. I'd leave the disdain for the online elements of Diablo Immortal to the eternally doubting and overlooking, because just as you can recognize a good poem, you can recognize a fundamentally good game. [Issue#320]

Ultimately, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 represents the pinnacle of the series, both gameplay-wise and narratively. The characters are another highlight of the game. They are well-drawn, with only a small amount of formulaicness. [Issue#321]

Rogue Mage is an enjoyable card game that I was happy to spend a few evenings with. However, it lacks the greater depth and addictiveness of classic rogue-like titles for prolonged play. As a result, this version of the cards isn't bad, but it's unfortunately the weakest of all on offer. [Issue#321]

Each feature in the second installment has a purpose, a meaning, but most importantly it works as a whole. It brings a very playable combination of western and horror and is definitely worth playing even for those who are not too fond of turn-based games. [Issue#321]

The game is an homage to board games, but also to classical literature. The lack of graphical glitz is compensated by quality texts, well-written characters and stories that do not lack surprising twists and themes typical for the cyberpunk genre. [Issue#321]

Reprobed is a game built primarily on its humor. However, it often misses the mark because of its simplicity and directness, even plainness. [Issue#321]

It wouldn't be a cartel game if you didn't have to launder dirty money while dealing with a laggy interface or stupid AI, aspects which spoil the impression of a tropical paradise. [Issue#321]

The large amount of features requires more complex controls, which can be confusing at first. In addition to disgruntled students, other problems such as mischief makers, a hostile witch and nasty weather will plague your university. And especially a lack of funding. [Issue#321]

The game makes a fantastic impression at first and second glance. Despite the unintuitive user interface, Way of the Hunter is a beautifully crafted hunting simulator that can rightfully take its place at the top of its genre. [Issue#321]

It is not a bad product, the plus point is the low price. The game introduces beginners well to the principles of turn-based RPGs. The characters are cleverly designed and it's fun to try combining squads. Only the actual core, the combat, is mediocre in content. [Issue#321]

The game shows that console ports have really come a long way. Thanks to the improved graphics on PC, it still looks great four years after release. And best of all: it's still just as fun. [Issue#321]

Even the basic balanced alternation between boss slaying expeditions and tending your sheep will provide hours of fun, maybe even dozens of hours. And there are even more things to do in the game, including mini-games like fishing or playing backgammon. [Issue#321]

The faithfully rendered, authentically impoverished setting goes a bit against the more magical technologies that accompany the cat's adventures. Suddenly, the game is left with nothing more than the atmosphere of each area, which fortunately in Stray's case still means a hell of a lot. [Issue#321]

In co-op or challenge mode, a quiet seance during which you could listen to your favorite podcast is transformed into a more dramatic experience, adding another level of complexity to the otherwise fairly repetitive gameplay. [Issue#321]

The overall good impression of the game is somewhat spoiled by its visuals, which, thanks to an unpleasant combination of static images and moving elements, lag behind the otherwise engaging story. [Issue#321]

It tries too hard to be a game and present as many different cheating techniques as possible in the cards. If the cheats were fewer, or presented in a less frequent and more consistent sequence, Card Shark would be a complete original hit, not just a beautiful visual novel with quick time events. [Issue#321]

It's a surprisingly fun arcade game, but one that trips up the players themselves through payment and the lack of a preset lobby. [Issue#322]

This horror game does evoke feelings of dread, despair, futility and hopelessness, but not quite in the way it wants to. [Issue#322]

What sets the game apart from other massacre games like Doom, however, is the fact that weapons and your accuracy aren't the only factors affecting your ability to destroy. That X factor is in fact the music, which serves not only as an atmospheric backdrop but also as a crucial mechanic. [Issue#322]

Admittedly, even though the story is linear, the world in which it takes place feels very alive thanks to the cheerful characters saying various quips, but also thanks to the various texts you find and learn more about Silesia in 1428 as you read them. [Issue#322]

A totally unnecessary reboot. Not to say the game isn't fun. It is. Again, it's pure escapism that exists just so you can fool around with a bunch of weapons and vehicles and not have to think about it. The problem is that previous installments have done the same thing - and infinitely better. [Issue#322]

The game features whimsical graphics with some dynamic new features. But whether this overcomes the overtones of amateurism is a matter of opinion. As a form of relaxation, it certainly doesn't hurt. [Issue#322]

You can finish the game in six to eight hours, and that's just about the perfect amount of time. Even so, later enemies rely on unfair advantages to surprise you, the game gets increasingly linear and isn't shy about sprinkling obscene amounts of enemies onto the screen. [Issue#322]

All I can promise you is that if you start looking for Marissa Marcel, you won't be able to get her out of your head, which is actually a pretty big compliment in today's blizzard indistinguishable games. [Issue#322]

If you're in the mood for a delightfully disturbing one-shot with an original walkthrough, with its cute style and horror touch, it's perfect for gloomy autumn evenings. [Issue#322]

The game features excellent voice acting, which will have you shaking your head in bliss at the English village accent. Apart from the voice acting, the other audio components don't disappoint either, with the music and ambient environmental sounds wonderfully adding to the oppressive atmosphere, and more than once you'll be scared stiff. [Issue#322]

It's an amazing game that proves just how much can be achieved with a simple but carefully tuned gameplay loop. I rested and thought about how long not to, and if you need to clear your head every now and then, I highly recommend it, especially on Switch where it's freshly released. [Issue#322]

The game is a cinematic experience that could make a rock emotional, offering newcomers and seasoned zombifiers alike the chance to experience that jaw-dropping, heart-pounding feeling. [Issue#322]

You get to enjoy each race in real time, with highlights of the most exciting action and commentary from Will Buxton. And that's what this game is all about - the authentic experience of driving your own stable. That's all you need. [Issue#322]

The game deserves to be called one of the best point-and-click adventure games of recent times. It continues the narrative and completes the old story to general satisfaction. It blends tradition with innovation and isn't afraid to reckon with both its own legacy and the genre as a whole. [Issue#322]

From the variable storyline to the co-op options to the ability to equip your hero with the best items the player can find, the game is well poised for success. Unfortunately, so far it gives the impression that it's simply not finished. [Issue#323]

Victoria gives players a glimpse of the changing world of the nineteenth century. The player forms nations, oversees ethnic groups, colonizes a world untouched by Western civilization, and most importantly, manages trade and industry. The game itself has shortcomings that disappoint. Prussia doesn't always succeed in unifying Germany, and in 20 hours of play I have yet to see a war between the US and Mexico, or even an attempted civil war in the US. [Issue#323]

A collection of two excellent games that offer a total of around twenty-five hours of quality entertainment. The script is excellent, the gameplay has its flaws but is not frustrating, and the dated graphics are in many ways offset by the beautifully designed locations, excellent character animation and atmosphere. [Issue#323]

If you're familiar with animated films like A Bug's Life, Antz or Ant Bully, you'll be no stranger to the game's setting. Plus, if you like the aforementioned films and would like to experience first-hand what it's like to survive in a world where a dandelion stalk is the size of a hundred-year-old lime tree, Grounded may be the game for you. [Issue#323]

The game's greatest strength is definitely its brilliant wordless narrative, where you piece together the fate of a dead civilization and the creature you play as in your head. Scorn is an experience that any fan of oppressive atmospheres and rotting flesh should not miss. [Issue#323]

Sparks of Hope is an interesting sequel to the first game, and even though it has its flaws, you'll still have a great time and enjoy the vast majority of the tactical battles. [Issue#323]