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While largely entrenched in the past with few mechanical changes, the Secret of Mana remake contains new audiovisual elements that are inconsistent yet enjoyable. With its added dialogue, new voices, and arranged music, the remake is a serviceable if somewhat dated take on a classic title.
Despite revisiting the established twin-stick shooter subgenre, Tesla vs. Lovecraft provides a unique spin full of fast-paced accessible action and plenty of thrills. It can certainly entertain anyone seeking straightforward entertainment.
Its a lighthearted take on the role-playing genre that emphasizes discovery and experimentation. While Atelier series veterans may be well acquainted with the game's flow, the game has plenty of unique whimsicality to entertain anyone seeking an amusing role-playing title.
With its substantial variety of content and well-tuned shoot-'em-up mechanics, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a title that will certainly please newcomers and action enthusiasts alike. It makes full use of the Switch hardware and is a blast to play at home or on the go.
With its expansive world, fantastic production, and strategic combat, Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is a marvelous take on roleplaying games that will captivate anyone interested in the genre.
Groove Coaster for Steam lives up to its name, and its roller coaster-like take on rhythm gaming is still entertaining. Anyone itching for a rhythm game on Steam will undoubtedly be entertained.
BLAZBLUE CENTRALFICTION Special Edition provides a definitive BlazBlue experience by repackaging all of CENTRALFICTION 's content with a handful of slight additions. With plenty of modes, characters, and unlockables, it can endlessly occupy players at home or on the go.
Anyone interested in a straightforward action RPG experience with a handful of extra mechanics will find something to enjoy in Arc of Alchemist.
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r] is full of modes and unlockable content that will undoubtedly entertain anyone remotely interested in anime-styled fighting games. The new character Londrekia, new moves, and additional content compellingly expand the already substantial UNDER NIGHT experience.
Mega Mix makes a dynamic splash onto the Nintendo Switch by providing colorful rhythm gaming. With plenty of returning content and a handful of new surprises like Mix Mode, the game is a familiar and competent package for newcomers and veterans.
Bubble Bobble 4 Friends revisits many of Bubble Bobble's ideas with a few twists of its own. While it can feel too easy and uneven at times, the whimsical visuals and new skills can provide an entertaining time nonetheless.
The Isle of Armor compellingly builds on top of Pokemon Sword and Shield's experience, even if the main story scenario is rather brief. The new areas are diverse and fun to explore, and they will enthrall anybody who thoroughly enjoyed the base game's Wild Area.
Darius Cozmic Collection: Arcade revisits the series' first three games with extensive user interface extras. Being able to play so many different versions of these games is interesting, but the collection is still ultimately geared towards hardcore shoot-'em-up fans or fans of the Darius series.
Darius Cozmic Collection Console provides a unique look into the series' ports and unique entries on 8-bit and 16-bit consoles. These games follow the series' stylized legacy while providing competent entertaining takes on the shoot-'em-up genre despite being
Sisters Royale sticks to established shoot-'em-up conventions, but it nonetheless provides an entertaining time with a diverse roster of characters. These characters' interactions and over-the-top firepower are amusing and worth experiencing.
Atelier Ryza 2 is a beautiful role-playing title that refines the first Ryza game’s mechanics. The world is well crafted, and the new movement, battle, and exploration mechanics are a joy to experience.
The Atelier Mysterious Deluxe Trilogy is a comprehensive way to experience Atelier's lighthearted roleplaying brand with a touch of whimsy.
Outside of the ship's hitbox being very large, I don't have any other problems with R-Type Final 2. It's been a long time without a new R-type game and they returned strong with this installment.
Cotton Reboot! allows players to experience Cotton's classic shoot-'em-up action as well as an Arrange Mode with new mechanics. For anyone interested in colorful whimsical action, Cotton Reboot! will provide an entertaining experience.
Dariusburst Another Chronicle EX+ focuses on delivering the ultimate version of the arcade game Another Chronicle EX with a handful of extras.