Tell Me Why is a good game but some flaws in the storytelling prevent it from being better.

Battle Brothers also arrives on consoles, for now exclusively on Nintendo Switch: the analysis of the port.

An interesting and original game, which fails to excel due to some problems.

Despite the short duration of the missions, Aerial_Knight's Never Yield also manages to be very monotonous, a sign that something is not working as it should.

Conan Chop Chop does its duty: you can play it for a big bunch of hours enjoying the gameplay and the combat dynamics. It's not a revolution of the genre or an important evolution but playing it with some friends can be really fun.

Despite some technical problems, The Raven: Legacy of a Master Thief Chapter 1 delivers a compelling story, with interesting characters and believable puzzles. A very good opening that promises even better things to come.

The new Trackmania builds itself on the best chapter of the franchise, laying the foundations for the future of the series.

No doubt that Fist of Awesome is hilarious and completely nonsense, but it's also really repetitive and bearing. I mean... boring.

Stellar Impact is an intensive real time strategy. The players can customize their ships with weapons and powerfull skills and fight in interstellar warfare. Try it!

Stormgate is both a classic and an innovative RTS which mixes the old and the new, it still needs some work but the foundations are strong.

With so many good twin-stick shooters on the App Store, Revolt just can't stand out. The main problem is about the bad level design, with always the same locations and a repetitive single-player mode. The equipment is fully upgradeable, but, even if it has some golden times, the game will bore you really soon. Finally, different levels of difficulty and unlockable achievements are not enough to replay the game a second time.

EPOCH 2 is definitely a better game than the first one. It's got bosses, plenty of weapons and upgrades, awesome levels and graphics, but also a poor balancing and an unfair IAP system.

Relaxing, fun and with that pinch of madness that should never be missing, Powerwash Simulator is one of those surprise video games you never expected to love.

The everyday surprise of 1000 Heroz is certainly a successful element for the game, that found itself on the novelty and the daily online challenge. Unfortunately, there's really not very much else to be interested in.

Assassin's Creed Syndicate comes to PC with better graphics, but the same issues we saw on consoles.

As the first episode of a brand new series, Tom Clancy's HAWX is not bad at all: the gameplay is solid, there's a good number of missions and the online multiplayer works good though its limitations are certainly noticeable. The game shows some nice locations, too, while the planes aren't as good. If you like arcade shooters, you may enjoy it.

Solid, engaging and technically delicious, Far Cry Primal is a spin off that amuses the player even without firearms and vehicles, although the playful infrastructure is too conservative. On PC the only major differences are the sixty frames per second and a sharper image.

A myriad of bugs is not capable of breaking the spell of Magicka's incredibly magical system.

The Turing Test sports interesting mechanics, a nice story and some good ideas but it's unable to reach the top. Many puzzles are nothing more than fillers whose only purpose is to stretch out the experience.

A brilliant rehash of a truly classic, stunning visuals, inspired gameplay, and grat fun. Shooter fans can't miss this.

Thanks to its near-perfect control system, the sharp humour and the complete sense of power, Super Mega Worm can amuse more than any game in the Rampage series. The player jumps and dives into the ground, makes some spins and bounces again while biting a chopper. Hopefully, the next updates will bring unlockable achievements, fresh gameplay modes and new levels.

More a data disk than a true sequel, Just Dance 3 is still one of the best party games "for everyone" that money can buy. On Kinect, the game can easily coexist with Dance Central, due to the fact that the approach is really different and more approachable.

It's been a long time but finally Capsized gets its place in the home consoles digital delivery platforms. Some little issues whit the new pad controls doesn't change the good old school feelings about the gameplay.

We rule is the first attempt to bring the social game in Farmville-style on the iPhone. Free but not fully successful, it remains an interesting experiment.

Insurmountable is an intriguing product on paper, based on a particular idea but with a slow and not very interactive game structure.

Phoenix Point is ambiguous: on the one hand, it will appeal to all turn-based strategy enthusiasts who are looking for an old-school experience, on the other it will surely find the resistance of those who are used to something else.

Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory is a decent rhythm game with a huge compilation of tracks to play, however the repetitive stages, the lackluster content and the poor RPG features are disappointing.

If you like the idea to be a criminal inside a Commandos style gameplay, Crookz is the game made for you.

Super Stardust Ultra is still solid and fun, but it's also basically an old game, with some very strong competitors out there.

If you are looking for an easy party game to play with all the family, you will probably enjoy Moving Out.

The Mageseeker is an action RPG that tells a compelling story without requiring any knowledge of the lore of League of Legends and has a solid and enjoyable combat system.

​Nantucket is the biggest surprise of 2018 so far.​

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly is not afraid of what it has always been. Despite its new and pleasant visual makeover, its heart draws heavily from old-school survival horror, where even the clumsiness of the controls and the feeling of never being fully in control played a fundamental role in unsettling the player. This remake, directed by the series’ original creator, deliberately aims to put you in a difficult position, casting you in the role – far from agile – of a young girl facing hell armed only with a flashlight and a camera. Everything contributes to this sense of discomfort: from the uneven difficulty balance to the rusty combat mechanics, issues that eventually start to weigh on the overall experience. In this sense, too, it remains pure, and as such it deserves respect. Just be aware that it may not be a game for everyone. It speaks to a very specific niche that will love it, just as it has loved every one of its reincarnations.

SteamWorld Build is a good game overall, But its hybrid nature sometimes holds it back a bit.

If you've never played Saints Row: The Third then this is the case. The absences and most of the shortcomings of the original title remain and today they can't be justified.

An enjoyable twin-stick isometric shooter with great visuals. Too easy and linear, surely recommended for unskilled players.

Despite the control system and the lack of an online coop, Ghostbusters - The Videogame, on the PC, is a good tie-in.

When the original game is so good, can a Director’s Cut spoil the experience? We still don’t know, because Broken Sword is a very solid Director’s Cut of an awesome Graphic Adventure. Developers could have gone the extra mile to smooth some rough edges off, but even so the mission is completely accomplished.

The debut of TrackMania on the Nintendo Wii is not bad as someone would expect, indeed. The game comes with poor but fast graphics, hundreds of tracks, a good number of game modes (including a nice online multiplayer for up to six players), a powerful track editor and the chance to share tracks and ghosts with the community. Give it a try.

With two different campaigns, two modes (standard and survival), a lot of stages and a great gameplay, Crap of Defense is an awesome action game for your iPhone or iPod Touch. The graphic style is also tremendously "trash" and funny. Don't miss it.

Carmageddon delivers a charming, though very frustrating, experience. The game is packed with lots of cars and tracks, and it's very fun to play, but you have to deal with some awkward controls.

Turbo Racing League is a very nice tie-in, packed with lots of races, events and leagues to compete in.

The Guided Fate Paradox might be a bit frustrating and unfair, but it's still a very well designed tactical jRPG which will delight especially the most hardcore fans of the genre.

Sora is another great shooter made by Orange Juice, held back by some technical deficiencies.

The Switch version of NBA 2K18 is technically weaker than major counterparts. Nonetheless it looks great and stands out from the crowd by giving us the chance to play a great AAA simulation on the go.

Dawn of Man is a good city builder, which is limited by its own concept.

The Nintendo Switch version of Bloodstained is certainly the worst, for an extraordinary game that deserves more.

The Alliance Alive is a charming JRPG with interesting characters, a gripping story and colorful visuals. Unfortunately, the combat system features many unique dynamics that never really shine and some uneven boss fights.

A good roguelike that lacks distinctive elements.

PES 2021 is a solid title, but on the whole, is the same as last year's game with few updates.

FIFA 21 maintains the same base as last year, with few gameplay tweaks that are here make for a better overall experience.

The technical problems that surround Loot River are undeniable. Yet, it is fascinating how we keep thinking about getting back in those flooded corridors as soon as possible. Facing a game that forces you to restart your run because the boss got stuck between platforms and now is, somehow, invincible, one would think that that game will be soon uninstalled. Yet, perfection is overvalued nowadays. We prefer those who dare.

ProtoCorgi starts with a very nice idea and implements it in an interesting way, but the end result appears only half successful. The solutions found by the developers regarding collision detection and enemy positioning, in fact, didn't click on us. Of course, at such a low price a scrolling shooter starring a corgi should be bought on principle.

Europa is Journey with Studio Ghibli style. It offers a nice, sweet and simple tale with smooth and accessible gameplay. It will appeal to fans of the genre, although it struggles to tell something personal considering how much it relies on its sources of inspiration.

Quotation forthcoming.

Dino Path Trail is an interesting mix between a roguelike and a survival game, with an original setting and all the grit of the wild American frontier inhabited by dinosaurs. With a well-executed rhythm based on very intriguing shooting, dodging, reloading and collection times, Void Pointer's video game suffers from the excessive length of the individual runs and an interface that is sometimes unnecessarily complex even for the simplest operations. In the long run, some typical survival mechanics become tedious, but when you hit the right match the feeling of being unbeatable is very satisfying.

Katamari Forever looks like too much like its old gen previous titles, but it's always very fun to play. New character, new planets and new challenges make Katamari a long lasting game, but we have to say that the lack of a multiplayer mode is such a shame.

A nice, short little puzzle that entertains for five hours and shows a good use of the Unreal Engine.

Like its WiiWare version, LostWinds represents a rare example of balance between digital poetry and gaming values, mood and fun. Unfortunately, this iOS edition shows some flaws in terms of controls but it's still a solid platform-adventure and an enjoyable little fable.

Beautifully crafted environment and a special feeling throughout the game are the main positive aspects in Dive: The Medes Islands Secret. With exploration in its purest form, the gameplay is a little too oversimplified but for a relaxing experience in the deepness of the sea this game can be a good choice.

​Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles has a charming world to show in its different biomes. It's a wonderful way to practice some escapism but ultimately feels like something is missing to be a compelling videogame.

Revelations is one of the most interesting episodes of the saga on the home consoles and PC as it was on 3DS.

One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3 is a great debut on PlayStation 4. The proposed contents are indeed many and Omega Force has matured as much as possible in the musou genre with a very spectacular result that does justice to the spirit of the manga. Technically is not so impressive and the action is somewhat repetitive, but the system Kizuna Rush works and is a real pleasure to see our heroes join forces, while the exaggerated number of characters and events that recover the series from the beginning is a true feast for the hardcore fans.

While Rondo of Blood is one of the rarest, hardest and influent Castlevania ever made, Symphony of the Night is one of the best videogames ever, period.

Quotation forthcoming.

Nano Assault EX is a showcase of the hardware of the 3DS, of the 3D effect, and of the talent of Shin'en. But it's also a great shoot'em up, with many diverse sections, adrenalinic and strategic, in which the difficulty ramps up very nicely.

The We Are OFK team packs a story capable of catalyzing players' empathy and making them reflect on contemporary anxieties, our permanent connection to technological devices, and the need to open our hearts and find understanding from others.

INMOST is a very nice platform adventure game with three different characters, very nice pixel art graphics and a compelling story.

Tiny Invaders is a decent action puzzler, with a good number of levels and a good progression in terms of challenge, extra items and actions you can do. The problem is there are so many other excellent puzzle games in the App Store and this one doesn't have what it takes to shine.

Superbeat: Xonic is an intoxicating new entry for an ever-growing genre in the Switch library. A great track list and almost flawless game mechanics, unfortunately spoiled by some issues with the touch screen.

Samurai Warriors: Spirit of Sanada focuses on the fate of a single family rather than different characters, introducing some pleasing activities but also suffering from the same old problems the series is known for.

Quotation forthcoming.

A very nice little game, Star Fox Guard is a charming and addictive experience that shows some inevitable repetitiveness after a while.

El Hijo is a simply yet entertaining game, thanks to its clever level design and a fine aesthetic. On the other hand, the IA is insufficient and occasionally the input lag can ruin the situation.

Quotation forthcoming.

God Eater 3 works well on Nintendo Switch but it's also outdated in terms of gameplay, missions and graphics.

Devil May Cry HD Collection is a compilation of the first three Devil May Cry games from the PlayStation 2. The port includes more additions to the original series that includes trophies and high definition graphics, but the remastering process is not as good as we expected.

Cris Tales is a hymn of love to jrpg but it is also a fresh breath of air full of numerous interesting ideas.

Spectacular fighting game from the anime series, huge characters roster and plenty of moves. Simply a no brainer choice for the fans.

Running With Friends is a clone of Subway Surfers, there's no doubt about it, but it brings to the table some new and interesting elements, enriching an already great formula.

Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas is a decent clone of The Legend of Zelda for the ones who never had the chance to play it, though the difference is pretty evident.

Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Remastered is a good reissue of one of the best Need for Speed ever made.

On Your Tail is a cozy adventure with a lot of fun mini games.

Wolfenstein offers tons of enemies, weapons, places and fun, but is too linear and has some graphic issues that compromise the final result.

Crimesight is a sort of multi-player chess game. The presentation is nice, the soundtrack catchy, and the ideas behind the gameplay work. This is not a game of deduction, mind you, so much as it is a game of strategy. It is easy to approach but becoming a real detective will take several hours. Its main problem is that the contents are meager and in a few hours you've seen everything it has to offer. If you have a group of friends, however, it might be more interesting in the long run.

With the remake of Amplitude Harmonix shows his passion and expertise for rhythm games, with a perfect blend of gameplay and music. Unfortunately, the difficulty level is not well balanced and some songs are too chaotic.

Just Dance 2 is something like Wii Sports: a game that everyone could play with no explaining or training at all. Moreover, it's a incredibly fun experience, and a better product compared to the first one in nearly every aspect.

The Secret World is not your average MMO. The feeling is great, locations so detailed, the upgrade system fresh and interesting. Investigation missions are genious. However, it's flawed by a mediocre combat system, terrible PvP and especially a lack of endgame contents. There's really no reason to come back after a while and this is bad for a subscription based online game.

Quotation forthcoming.

Soul Hackers 2 is a solid JRPG with much less character than it looks.

The game confirms its strengths and its limitations at the same time. The auto-aim places great emphasis on action rather than strategy, but ends up making the firefights really too easy. The single player campaign lasts only a few hours, but multiplayer modes work great for up to 16 players with voice chat. Fans of the series will not be disappointed, definitely.

Gran Turismo on PSP is a disappointment even for the most hardcore fan of the Polyphony's franchise; the huge selection of cars and tracks can't compensate the lack of content and the crazy game design choices.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is simply a must-play video game for any fan of the soulslike genre, especially for those who enjoyed FromSoftware's classic "soulsborne" titles. The developers at Leenzee have captured nearly all the core principles of the original Dark Souls, crafting a Chinese mythology-inspired world reminiscent of Lordran and Yharnam. They’ve delivered challenging level design and a solid action combat system in an atmosphere that is cryptic, dark, and packed with bosses, secrets, and quests that are anything but straightforward. In terms of philosophy and structure, it might just be the best soulslike ever made outside the stewardship of the genre’s original creators. However, it remains deeply rooted in the past—and not always for the right reasons: beyond being technically outdated and at times rough around the edges, it’s a game so “old school” that it can even feel archaic. The execution may be unpolished but it manages to capture the most authentic, classic essence of its inspiration like no other before it.

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is exactly as we expected: a thoroughbred co-op action game, solid and very fun with friends, featuring a gameplay enriched by some new features compared to Vermintide, a structure focused on progression and stunning graphics that need some optimization to run smoothly.

Assassin's Creed: Rogue tries to tell an interesting story in the form of a stand alone expansion to Black Flag. The result is overall good despite the same old issues with balancing, but graphics wise the port is disappointing.

Princess Peach: Showtime!, even considering the target audience and disregarding the very low difficulty, is a collection of tasty appetizers, lacking a proper continuation of the meal.

Atmospheric, intricate, absolutely unhinged: there are many terms that come to mind to describe Romeo is a Dead Man, but the most appropriate is "what a shame". It would have been fantastic to see Suda bring his vision to life with the support of adequate resources, rather than having to improvise a thousand workarounds and emergency solutions to make the numbers add up for a work that fights hard and shows commitment, yet starts from far too disadvantaged a position.

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