The Games Machine's Scores
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For 2,678 reviews, this publication has graded:
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71% higher than the average critic
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7% same as the average critic
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22% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.3 points higher than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 79
| Highest review score: | Baldur's Gate 3 | |
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| Lowest review score: | Dino Dini's Kick Off Revival |
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Positive: 2,085 out of 2678
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Mixed: 570 out of 2678
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Negative: 23 out of 2678
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The control system is less comfortable and the framerate not so stable, but Divinity: Original Sin 2 remains an excellent RPG also on console, with several improvements to the pure content.- The Games Machine
- Posted Sep 6, 2018
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Another Sight deals with a difficult subject such as blindness through a skillful realization, various mechanics, beautiful graphics and an evocative soundtrack. Highly recommended.- The Games Machine
- Posted Sep 5, 2018
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Despite the few game-modes at day one, Firewall Zero Hour is one of the new reference points for VR tactical shooters.- The Games Machine
- Posted Sep 5, 2018
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Despite the lack of real challenge, Marvel's Spider-Man is an absolutely excellent title, with a fascinating, detailed Manhattan and an incredible amount of high quality contents. The best game featuring the "web-slinger" ever.- The Games Machine
- Posted Sep 4, 2018
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Planet Alpha is a sci-fi adventure that is really excellent in itsartistic design, like a true moving fresco, but it's not as effective in everything related to gameplay, with obvious puzzles and imperfect stealth mechanics.- The Games Machine
- Posted Sep 4, 2018
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Based on the best ever chapter of the saga, Yakuza Kiwami 2 is an almost perfect remake in the technical side and absolutely stellar in terms of contents.- The Games Machine
- Posted Sep 3, 2018
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Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate for some players might be the right game at the wrong time. Rich in content but arriving in Europe after the great revamp of Monster Hunter World, the game brutally comes back to its origins, offering in return a truly exemplary longevity.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 28, 2018
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Strange Brigade, with its pulp magazine taste, is a good action co-op to play among most demanding titles. Unfortunately, the amount of content at day one is limited, holding back the score, although Rebellion has announced additional campaigns and new characters to expand the game after launch.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 27, 2018
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We Happy Few is a game with an excellent narrative, unfortunately limited by the open world size, mechanics, control system and AI.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 27, 2018
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From the incception to the core mechanics, Hypergun is a colorful and fast roguelite FPS, with a neon aesthetic and a great sense of humour.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 22, 2018
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Although the length is even more limited than usual, the first episode of the final season of Telltale's The Walking Dead sets the right elements for the conclusion of Clementine's journey, looking at the zombie apocalypse from a younger and fresh perspective.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 21, 2018
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Without telling anything really new or offering fully convincing gameplay mechanics, Deiland proves to be a fun and carefree "game curtain", devoid of a challenge worthy of the name.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 20, 2018
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Shenmue is always Shenmue, a milestone in the video games history that deserves to be rediscovered, despite the original limits and those brought by the passage of time.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 20, 2018
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Yakuza 0 is an eccentric, engaging and brutal game, perfectly adapted to the PC platform.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 17, 2018
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Dead Cells is the ideal mix between metroidvania and roguelite, enhanced by a solid, fast and practically perfect arcade action, with a range of skills and weapons able to infuse a unique flavor to any adventure.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 16, 2018
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Phantom Doctrine from CreativeForge uses the collective Cold War imagery to build one of the absolute benchmarks for modern turn based tactical games, excellent in almost every aspect.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 14, 2018
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Although the gameplay does not have much to offer, it is practically impossible not to love this dynamic adventure of Daedalic Entertainmen: thanks to its own style, State of Mind is able to tell a story that is worth living.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 14, 2018
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The series arrives for the first time on PC as a really well done adaptation. Monster Hunter World is a stable and ever so graphically satisfying experience.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 13, 2018
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Go Vacation has several problems, too many to interest veteran players. That said, it could be a highly recommended purchase if you have little brothers or small children at home, eager to get their hands on your switch.- The Games Machine
- Posted Aug 2, 2018
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Mega Man X Legacy Collection is a collection with great historical and playful values. It's not an exclusively thoroughbred collection, but the overall quality remains excellent.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 31, 2018
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Code of Princess EX is pleasantly playable, finally fluid compared to the 3DS version, and the combo fans will find a very flexible game system. Unfortunately, it is also repetitive to the bone, and the visual impact on a big TV screen doesn't look so great.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 30, 2018
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MOTHERGUNSHIP is a strong step forward compared to Tower of Guns, with a very well made weapon creation system and an even more spectacular action core. Unfortunately we also found a certain repetitiveness in the game's structure, but fans of intense action and arcade taste will hardly be disappointed.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 27, 2018
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Jeff Minter has been able to renew the classic Tempest formula, which becomes an excellent game even after 38 years. Unfortunately, the PC version has some small but annoying technical problems.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 26, 2018
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Remothered for console is the same beautiful game seen on PC, a survival horror with strong adventure components that perfectly balances non-scripted AI with puzzles and a cohesive tale. The game is weaker in the concluding portion, and it takes only 6-7 hours to deal with it, but remains a high-level exercise in storytelling and gameplay.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 25, 2018
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Despite the lack of variety over long playthroughs, The Persistence is a sci-fi survival horror that all PS VR owners should have.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 24, 2018
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20XX is a roguelite shamelessly inspired by Mega Man, with a strong RPG component that makes it enjoyable and cleverly challenging. Unfortunately, the game also shows strong weaknesses, including predictable bosses and a technically unstable multiplayer.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 23, 2018
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Octopath Traveler has several flaws, especially in the narrative component, but still remains a beautifully presented game, with tons of good ideas.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 12, 2018
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Red Faction: Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered shows a lot of contradictions: we can find the same amazing and never equaled free approach, but also a very old-fashioned game world that results too much empty for today's standards.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 11, 2018
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Despite some excesses in the levels structure, and the evident low budget, The Spectrum Retreat is a real game design diamond, with a well-structured and engaging narration.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 9, 2018
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Proxy Studios has done subtraction work from the 4x genre and, for every element of this vein that has been eliminated, greater depth to the strategic components has been infused. Some technical limits are still there, but W40k Gladius - Relics of War remains a great game.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 9, 2018
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Octo is an excellent expansion, even better than the original game campaign if you are looking for a really stiff challenge.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jul 2, 2018
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Despite some narrative clichés, the little prequel of Life is Strange 2 proves to be very effective in intensity and emotion.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 27, 2018
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Golem is a very interesting indie game, with its original mix of adventure, puzzle and platform elements. Controls can still be improved, but it's fun and well done even in its current state.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 26, 2018
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New Gundam Breaker had the elements to be a good game, but the technical and game design flaws drastically ruin all of its potential.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 25, 2018
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Arkane Studios offers a very well crafted roguelite experiment, although repetitive on long distance, with some small but forgivable weakness.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 22, 2018
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Unravel Two introduces new mechanics on the already excellent gameplay of the first chapter. It's necessarily less evocative, with some locations not so exciting, but manages to make you fun and feel deep emotions.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 21, 2018
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Mario Tennis Aces is probably the best episode in the series: easy to start, challenging for veterans, visually excellent and, above all, incredibly fun.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 20, 2018
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Neocore offers a fascinating story based on the universe of Warhammer 40,000, but wastes his chance with a heavily imperfect technical system.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 15, 2018
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Odium is a small but well crafted game, full of pressing music and high difficulty. The very hard challenge and the heavy rhythm of techno music could be frustrating for some players.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 15, 2018
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Inked is a puzzle platform with a unique artistic direction which suffers, however, from a highly inaccurate control system.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 12, 2018
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Antab Studio offer an excellent porting of its frenetic tribute to the '80s. We can still find problems with the aiming system, but the features of Nintendo Switch are used in an excellent way.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 10, 2018
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Despite a certain repetitiveness and joy-con imperfect controls, Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido is a delightful variation of the classic Match 3 in Bejeweled style, with some elements nicely taken from Puzzle Quest.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 7, 2018
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Despite the lack of some great titles and a technically forgettable multiplayer, SEGA Mega Drive Classics is a good collection that offers dozens of hours in old-style fun.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 5, 2018
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Conan Exiles shows some flaws and missing contents that make it still weak and incomplete. The potential of the game, however, is still good.- The Games Machine
- Posted Jun 1, 2018
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Ikaruga on Switch instantly becomes the definitive version of Treasure's masterpiece, without any misstep in a truly excellent package.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 31, 2018
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Improvements are quite marginal, despite the considerable boost for framerate and resolution, but Dark Souls remains a game design masterpiece even seven years after its publication.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 30, 2018
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Detroit: Become Human is definitely the highest point reached by David Cage. Some slightly less strong sequences do not affect a gaming experience full of interesting points of view, in which one really has the sensation of making choices.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 29, 2018
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State of Decay 2 proves to be better than the first chapter in all aspects despite the limitations of the new multiplayer mode. On Xbox One it's weaker on the technical side, but the price is great in all cases.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 28, 2018
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The tribute to the great Western RPGs of the first chapter was not easy to overcome: Obsidian has deservedly tried to change the cards on the table, bringing new contents not always perfect with a great overall result.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 24, 2018
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Repetitive but never monotonous thanks to the range of heroes, Dragon's Crown PRO is an arcade of the old guard made with a great audiovisual style. Nothing new for its old players, but continues to be a gem in the ARPG scene.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 23, 2018
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One Piece Pirate Warriors 3 is mainly dedicated to the fans of the saga, including those of the "dynasty warriors-like" games. From this point of view it turns out as a fun, long-lived and complete offer, unfortunately not so strong in the technical porting.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 21, 2018
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Rockfish roguelite hybrid confirms all its qualities in terms of gameplay concept, graphic features and pure fun. The epilogue remains a little bit disappointing together with the not so excellent enemies AI, but the core of the game is great even on PS4.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 18, 2018
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Razerwire: Nanowars is definitely one of the best time-wasters you could decide to buy on Steam, a game that offers in its honest simplicity a genuine challenges between friends and a satisfying sense of destruction. The price is really insignificant, for what it offers.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 17, 2018
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The little Ball That Could shows a good style in its attempt of a Marble Madness revival. The creature of NaissusWorks is fascinating and playable title, peculiar in the presentation and clear in the controls response. On the other hand, visual aspects could have been far better, even in their geometric simplicity.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 15, 2018
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Football Manager Touch 2018 on Nintendo Switch is a great surprise and offers a great compromise between the depth and the complexity of the desktop version, and the need to have a quick and satisfying experience, suitable for mobility. Sports Interactive and Hardlight achieved a great result in adapting the control system using the full input potential of Nintendo Switch.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 8, 2018
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As a collection, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy is pretty pointless. If you're a fan of Kishimoto's manga and for some reasons you didn't play Ultimate Ninja Storm 3: Full Burst when it was originally released, you can buy just this one game. In addition, the switch conversion is pretty sloppy.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 7, 2018
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Masters of Anima allows us to control an army of minions to save our princess (and the rest of the world). The most difficult thing about the game is mastering the control system, and there's a notable - and irritating - separation between exploration and fights; nonetheless, the game is a solid and fun experience.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 4, 2018
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South Park: The Fractured But Whole is an amazing game also on Nintendo Switch, despite the long loading times, and some problems in the docked mode (a bit of aliasing and fonts a little bit too small for comfort). A wonderful experience for all the South Park fans, but only if you don't have the chance to play it elsewhere.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 3, 2018
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The Thin Silence is a charming narrative adventure filled with puzzles on the lines of Limbo and Inside. Tw PM was courage was courageous in dealing with issues such as depression and the socio-political issue, but the experience is sometimes a little repetitive and frustrating.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 2, 2018
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The Switch version of Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze is basically the same as the one released on Wii U four years ago, and that's a good thing. It was an excellent game then, and it still is today: fun, challenging, full of ideas and tough, like the best games of the past.- The Games Machine
- Posted May 1, 2018
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BATTLETECH is a good and a bad game at the same time. A great storyline and a deep tactical approach in the main missions don't succeed in concealing poor side quests and too many technical issues. You should wait for a couple of patches at least, before considering to spend your money here.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 24, 2018
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11 bit studios changed radically its formula from This War of Mine, and engaged in a compelling, well-written steampunk odyssey set in a frozen wasteland. The connection between gameplay and dynamic storytelling is impressive, and the result is a great experience.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 23, 2018
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Batman: The Enemy Within is a real treat for all the Caped Crusader fans out there: the second season of Telltale's Batman offers a great reimagining of the Joker's origins, meaningful choices that truly affect the plot, and the usual, well written and intense storyline. Definitely, a must have.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 18, 2018
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Simply put, Shroud of the Avatar is a wreck. It tries to be a single player experience and a MMORPG at the same time, and fails on both counts. Everything is out of time: the combat system is boring, the progression of the avatar is repetitive, and the the graphics would have been OK fifteen years ago.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 18, 2018
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A charming game with an astonishing atmosphere, The Way Remastered will surely be a splendid Flashback-like adventure in the near future. Sadly, Sonka's porting is "today" quite unstable tot the point that we had not been able to see the ending because of a sudden crash and a corrupted autosave: beware, if you want to buy the game before a fixing patch.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 18, 2018
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It’s difficult to improve a game which is already the best in its own genre, but SIE San Diego Studio achieved a good result with a few, but meaningful, changes. MLB The Show 18 offers an even more solid and consistent experience than its predecessor, although the devs cut off a couple of game modes. The new most important core element is the brand new progression system in the Road to the Show career, which offers the chance to live the tough dream of a mid- to late-round draft pick prospect.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 16, 2018
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God of War is the best thing that has happened to PlayStation 4 since Bloodborne. Nothing is out of place, nothing is ordinary. The art direction is amazingly inspired, the combat system is really deep and engaging, and everything on screen is, hands down, unlike anything else you have ever seen on the PlayStation 4. Honestly, there's no reason not to play this new masterpiece from Santa Monica Studio.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 12, 2018
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Extinction is a rather unpretentious blend of Shadow of the Colossus, Assassin’s Creed and God of War. There's some parkour action, some humans to rescue and many giant monsters to decapitate. The main quest is pretty thin, gameplay and story wise, and you'll end up enjoying the various and challenging secondary objectives of every mission much more.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 10, 2018
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Fable Fortune doesn't reinvent the wheel, and the few new things it brings to the table (pun intended) are not that good. It's unlikely that it will find a spot in the crowded arena of CCGs, even with cross-play between Xbox One and PC. Well, it's free, anyway, so if you're a fan of the genre, it may be worth a try.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 9, 2018
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TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge could have been the chance of a lifetime for all the motorbike fans. The Snaefell Mountain Course is glorious, the lights are great and wind blows like in an epic tale, but game itself is quite a wasted opportunity. The simcade racing gameplay is harsh and unforgiving, and sometimes you just don’t feel the motorbike. A part from the handling issues, the game lacks of contents beside the Snaefell, and the career mode is flat and emotionless.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 6, 2018
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The conversion of Impact Winter took advantage of a great process of polishing (applied to the PC version as well), but it did not turn the game into a masterpiece: the design flaws are still here, as well as the intricate control system and some fuzzy storytelling.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 5, 2018
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Hellmut: The Badass from Hell tries to carve out a place in the twin-stick shooters arena, but the bullet hell/roguelite gameplay dynamics are a little sloppy and unsatisfactory, without a real sense of progression during the game.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 5, 2018
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Despite some technical issues and a skimpy single player, Empires Apart is an enjoyable and well balanced old-style RTS. If you are in search of a competitive multiplayer game, look no further.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 4, 2018
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Uncontroversial and unspectacular, Bridge Constructor Stunts is pretty shallow and uninspired, for a puzzle game that has a very limited lifespan. The idea of mixing bridge building and driving could have been much more interesting and exploited, but unfortunately that is not the case.- The Games Machine
- Posted Apr 3, 2018
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The first episode of The Council is a pleasant surprise. Big Bad Wolf has succeeded in inserting a snappy roleplaying system into a historical investigative-style narrative adventure, and the implications are surprisingly original, brilliant and ambitious. There are minor flows in the script and technical-wise it's quite clumsy, but it’s a good opening episode indeed.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 30, 2018
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World of Warriors is a melee action game with tons of special powers and modifiers, and a frantic yet deep gameplay. The single player campaign offers a good variety of events and locations, and unlocks that do not need in-App purchases (although grinding remains mandatory if you want to succeed in the boss fights). A great and addictive time-consuming experience, even on PlayStation 4.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 29, 2018
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Detective Pikachu is a simple yet charming adventure, with a great roster of cast members and an adorable couple as the main characters. A must buy if you have kids who love Pokémon; on the contrary, if you consider yourself a true adventurer, remember that this one's a pretty easy game.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 28, 2018
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Sea of Thieves is a game with great potential, but it's undermined by a lack of variety and depth. Meditative alone, fascinating and epic in multiplayer, the navigation experience provided by Rare is truly unique and brilliant. On the other hand, the extreme freedom given to the player cannot be fulfilled because of clumsy boots on the ground mechanics and a quest structure that is far too repetitive.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 27, 2018
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The Switch version of Outlast 2 is not too different from the PC and console versions released last year, and that's surely something, even if some compromises have been made. Content-wise, the game offers a new Story mode and not much else. At the end of the day, Outlast 2 is still a must-have for every survival horror fan out there.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 27, 2018
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We cannot deny that Far Cry 5 is another "more of the same" entry, warts and all, but the religious fanatic setting is spot-on, and Montana is simply wonderful (and Joseph Seed is one of the best villains the series has ever had). The open-world approach to the game works as usual, and the more you look at it as a big, sumptuous playground, the better. The Arcade mode has a lot, plenty of potential that will show its best in the upcoming weeks and months, when the community starts toying with the powerful editor. Even as it is now, Far Cry 5 is an excellent chapter in the series.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 26, 2018
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Despite a quite brilliant look, the 27 minigames designed by Shiver Entertainment are meaningful and fun only for a couple of nights with friends. Unfortunately, they soon become a clumsy attempt to recycle well know mechanics in very superficial way.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 23, 2018
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Frantics is a fun and polished collection of minigames, made unique by its wonderful aesthetics. The gameplay is very effective in bringing out the worst and most competitive side of the players involved, so it’s perfect for a night with friends. Ruthless competition, misconduct and wicked behaviour are combined well with a game system that, while maintaining the inclusive philosophy of PlayLink, do not skimp so much action and rhythm. In the long run it may become a little bit repetitive, but until then it’s amazing.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 23, 2018
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After the heartwarming Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons, Josef Fares extended the scope of his unique co-operative gameplay, addressing a much wider spectrum of players. There are many gameplay opportunities that, together with a top-notch narrative, create a highly engaging and original experience. The execution may not be perfect, but it's a deep and bold work.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 22, 2018
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The Switch version of Gekido Advance is a pretty good title, especially considering the price. The Italian NAPS team added a bunch of stuff and new content that will be appreciated by everyone, even by fans that played the original release.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 22, 2018
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Let's be brutally honest: this new edition of Titan Quest is simply terrible. Technically it's a disaster, with a constant flow of bugs and glitches that seriously undermine the game experience (there are still references to the keyboards commands). It's too bad, because the original game was a great hack 'n slash.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 21, 2018
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Pure Farming 2018 is still a pretty sour plant (pun intended): technically modest, with a narrow roster of farming vehicles, and limited possibilities for the players. Despite the name, it's not a "pure" simulator, and the arcade approach may turn away the fans of the genre. The seeds have been planted; we'll wait and see if they will bear fruit.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 21, 2018
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Despite the good technical remaster, Assassin’s Creed Rogue finds its definitive form out of time. It’s hard to suggest to play such an old episode of the Ubisoft saga when you can play Origins, which just gives to Assassin’s Creed a brand new life. However Rogue is a fair Black Flag spin-off, and if you are a fan of the saga and never had the chance to play the role of the betrayer of the Creed, it may be worth a run.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 20, 2018
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Another bad porting of a mediocre collection, that definitely doesn't stand the test of time. It's pretty pricey as well, and the only title worth of your money is probably Dante's Awakening. It could – and should – have been better.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 20, 2018
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Despite some missteps, such as a certain repetition, Attack on Titan 2 is bigger and more interesting than its predecessor, and it's a must have for the fans of Isayama. Is a solid tie-in, but its appeal is just for them.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 20, 2018
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Ni no Kuni 2 improves over its predecessor in almost every way: it's more polished, the gameplay is more refined and has a good pace, and the story would look good in a Studio Ghibli production. Ni no Kuni 2 is an absolute joy to watch and to play, it's deep yet not complicated, and a true and genuine JRPG.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 19, 2018
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Mulaka is a traditional action adventure, ispired by Okami, that tries and tell the roots of the Tarahumara culture. The game developed by Lienzo is constrained by an all too linear gameplay, a bland level design and a boring combat system (except the boss fights). It's presented in an elegant package, it can be played peacefully, but it's not bound to leave a mark.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 17, 2018
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In certain respects, Burnout Paradise aged pretty well: under the revamped visuals and the smooth frame rate, this remastered version keeps the original gameplay unaltered, and that means sheer, chaotic fun and adrenaline-pumping races across Paradise City. Sure, some gameplay elements feel a little older today (where's the fast travel?), but honestly, who cares when you're having so much fun?- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 16, 2018
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Warhammer: Vermintide 2 is an excellent sequel, improving almost everything over the predecessor, and with an art direction true to the Warhammer universe. The gameplay is bound to be a little bit repetitive, and the RPG elements aren't so deep, but the co-op experience is excellent: fighting the hordes of Chaos with three other friends is exciting, and definitely recommended.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 16, 2018
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Surviving Mars is another shiny diamond in the chest of Paradox Interactive: a multi-faceted, well designed city builder with a pretty unique approach and visuals. The gameplay is simple enough to get the attention of the player, but ultimately immersive and engaging.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 15, 2018
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Subset Games are the leading authority of addictive puzzle games, and Into the Breach is their magnum opus: game over after game over, you'll discover a puzzle game capable of keeping you engaged and entertained. Into the Breach needs to be slowly savoured, tasted and finally loved. Unless you hate the genre, that is.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 15, 2018
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Like its predecessors, Yakuza 6 is a beautiful, engaging and deep title. Nonetheless, after seven main chapters, countless spin-offs, remastered versions and remakes, a slight whiff of deja vu is almost inescapable. Having said that, The Song of Life is a great conclusion to an unforgettable saga.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 15, 2018
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Kirby Star Allies remains faithful to the vision of Sakurai, though it's much easier and very funny at the same time. The journey will be anything but challenging (and there are a couple of interesting extra game modes), but it will be an entertaining one. Definitely recommended for a younger audience, or if you have children.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 14, 2018
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When it comes to art direction ad writing, The Way of Life is full of interesting and intriguing elements. The same is not true for gameplay, with a lot of repetitive mechanics and routines that ruin the flow of the game and sometimes break the attention of the player. Nonetheless, a bold first effort.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 13, 2018
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The Switch version of Outlast works fine, in the sense that Red Barrels achieved the maximum result with the minimum effort. The game is a 1:1 porting, virtually identical to the previous releases (except for the frame rate locked at 30 fps), an experience that's not suitable for the faint of heart, one that's extremely emotional and always scary.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 13, 2018
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The PC version of Final Fantasy XV is the best, ultimate way to live the experience created by Square Enix for every Final Fantasy fan. Graphically astounding, the game includes every content and patch released in the last year and a half and a co-op multiplayer mode, and it's definitely recommended, whether you're planning a second run with Noctis and his friends, or you've never been on Eos before.- The Games Machine
- Posted Mar 12, 2018
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