Matúš Štrba

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422 games reviewed
72.5 average score
75 median score
54.5% of games recommended
Sep 14, 2023

This should become the gold standard of modern processing of classic games. Many publishers will continue to bring mere ports and such, but here Digital Eclipse has shown how it should be done. It's not enough to just stretch the game to a higher resolution. Bonus materials, videos, audios, documents, photos, and various other things add tremendous value. Similarly, different versions of games, from prototypes through final releases to modern remaster, contribute as well. This is simply how it should look.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Mr. Run and Jump
Sep 13, 2023

Mr. Run and Jump is an imaginative and challenging game that will test your skills and patience. It doesn't feel unfair, but you can clearly see that the designers' aim was to make you suffer as much as possible. There are a few small things that creak a little, but it's still a good experience that fans of similar games will enjoy.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Moving Out 2
Sep 12, 2023

Moving Out 2 is the same as the first game. And that's the biggest problem. You get the same thing again, with more content, but the same thing. The same graphics, the same sound, the same mechanics. It's still fun, but you want something better, more varied, more variable, newer.

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6 / 10.0 - Fort Solis
Aug 23, 2023

Fort Solis is a pleasant, intimate sci-fi horror, but it could have been more. And that's the problem with the game. Everything here is good, but not enough. The story could have been better fleshed out, the game could have been longer, the gameplay could have been more variable. Only the atmosphere works well here.

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5 / 10.0 - NightmareScape
Aug 21, 2023

Ideas alone aren't enough; they need proper execution. Despite an imaginative and well-crafted story wrapped in gameplay, the game eventually becomes very repetitive. It could still be recommended under specific circumstances, but the very poor execution, subpar technical state, and frustrating controls must also be taken into account.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Quake II
Aug 15, 2023

If you like action games, you've never played Quake 2, and you don't judge games on graphics alone, you won't find a better deal on the market right now. For just a few bucks, you can get hours of shooting fun. Even if you've already played the game, it's worth coming back. You'll enjoy the new content, you'll enjoy the always-playable multiplayer, you'll enjoy the slightly improved graphics.

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8 / 10.0 - Synapse
Aug 11, 2023

Synapse is a VR action game that offers an intriguing concept and a story that combines Heart of Darkness with Inception. The result is not bad, but it doesn't achieve the promised revolution in the genre. The game lags primarily in the area of variability, which is crucial for roguelite games.

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8 / 10.0 - C-Smash VRS
Aug 2, 2023

C-Smash VRS is a game that you will keep coming back to. You can play a level in singleplayer, engage in online matches against someone, and still have fun. However, it could have been a bit better. There should have been more singleplayer content. There should have been ranked play in multiplayer. There should have been more details that would enhance the content, experience, or convenience.

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Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons brings some innovations that nicely revitalize the gameplay and offer a new experience, but the game somewhat loses its essence from the well-known series. It provides replayability, but it is still relatively short.

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Jul 27, 2023

Disney Illusion Island brings several interesting ideas, a beautifully crafted and designed world, but the gameplay starts to feel a bit shallow over time, so it doesn't quite reach its potential. However, it won't be a complete waste of time, especially if you play it with kids.

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Jul 26, 2023

Some aspects work, the new focus on more team play is not bad either, but in the end, more or less just kids who can be entertained for a bit longer while playing. But even then, after a few hours, they will come up with a request, asking if they could play Mario Party or something more fun instead. Unfortunately, that's the reality of the game where the creators focused too much on bringing something grand but forgot about the fun, which should be the primary purpose of party games.

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Jul 25, 2023

Pixel Ripped 1978 is a very good game. It's more suitable for the older gamers who can appreciate all the references and memories. It's fun, creative, and never gets boring. Even if we take away the nostalgia, it still manages to engage with its gameplay and story. However, there are also some issues, and the main one is its length. The game could be finished in a few hours, which is a bit short. The music could have been more diverse, and some repetitive activities could have been reduced.

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Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission VR is another example of a VR game that feels like it falls short of its potential. It's an enjoyable action game in a genre that is now on the outskirts of interest. However, it may be holding onto outdated elements, as it doesn't bring any innovations beyond what we've known for decades. It also lacks expanded gameplay content or additional modes; simply put, it doesn't offer anything that would extend the playing time by a few more hours.

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4 / 10.0 - Afterlife
Jun 28, 2023

It is not necessarily a bad game, although many aspects of it are not good enough. But it also has a few good sides. Its problem is that there are many better VR horror games on the market, which, even if they draw from the same genre clich's, have tried to spice things up in some way. However, here you won't find anything interesting or different.

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Jun 20, 2023

Cave Digger 2 is not a bad game, but despite its procedural environment generation, it eventually falls into monotony. Online partners in cooperation can help you with that, but even that is not enough in the end. It remains an experience that you will enjoy once, but you won't come back to it.

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Jun 19, 2023

Song in the Smoke" is an excellent example of how games can effectively evoke strong emotions with just a few words. Cinematic effects and similar elements are not necessary. All that is required is a good idea and a compelling narrative, which is precisely what this game delivers. However, the gameplay itself is the game's downfall. While not inherently terrible, it may not be as enjoyable over time. Despite this, it will undoubtedly find its fans.

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Jun 15, 2023

It is not a remake, it is not a sequel. However, it is a proper bundle of horror experiences. It is one game that actually offers up to 5 of them. Some of them you may already know, others are completely new. Nonetheless, it is something that horror game fans should reach for, even if they have already played the previous Layers of Fear games.

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7 / 10.0 - DNF Duel
Jun 14, 2023

DNF Duel is a fun fighting game suitable even for players who are not fans of the genre or do not have much experience with it. But you won't enjoy the story very much and the online gameplay is quite austere. In addition, the Switch version does not support rollback netcode.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Lost in Play
Jun 2, 2023

Lost in Play is a journey through children's imagination, filled with thoughtfully crafted puzzles and diverse characters that will capture your heart.

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May 31, 2023

It is a game that remains true to the essence of Star Trek. Fans will enjoy it, even though it doesn't offer a revolutionary story. It's satisfying that it's no longer just an adventure focused on clicking dialogue options, but the gameplay is broader and more diverse. You will develop an attachment to the characters, and their fates will be in your hands. The same applies to your enemies, so it's up to you how you embody the principles of the Federation. It has a certain degree of replayability, although technical issues bring it down.

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