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9 Years of Shadows is a metroidvania game with a good plot and beautiful graphics. You play as Europa, exploring Talos Castle to remove the curse that caused the world to lose its color and emotions. With elemental armors and escalating complexity in Europa's powers, the game is a delightful experience for fans of the genre.
What we like:
Solid mechanics
Beautiful graphics and music
Escalating complexity in Europa's powers
Unique elemental armors
Good plot
What could be improved:
Minor bugs and glitches
Environmental puzzles lack intricacy
No fast travel
Unskippable cutscenes
Game might be too easy
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SONIC SUPERSTARS Digital Deluxe Edition featuring LEGO (2023)
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Light Dark 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure is a challenging action-adventure game inspired by Metroidvanias and Dark Souls. You play as Arum, a young girl trying to save her father's soul from the afterlife. Navigate the 8 Doors of Purgatory and defeat many enemies in your way! Prove your skills and fight difficult bosses for a satisfying experience.
What we like:
Responsive controls
Dual use weapons for exploration and combat
Upgrade system with perks
Rewarding boss battles
Charming world to explore
What could be improved:
Occasional frustration when items needed to progress are not indicated
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Final Vendetta is an arcade-style throwback inspired by the 16 and 32-bit-era of gaming. It features large, gorgeously animated character sprites, true-to-the-era hand-drawn pixel art backgrounds and timeless old school flourishes. Perfectly combining elements from Final Fight and Streets of Rage 2 with generous dashes of NEO GEO style, Final Vendetta is a master class in kicking ass!
Mega Man 11 is the long-awaited sequel to the classic 8-bit series. With an updated visual and accessible gameplay, you can enjoy a story of rivalry between Dr. Light and Dr. Wily, challenging levels and memorable bosses, while using the new Double Gear System to slow down time and increase your power.
In an era between the Middle Ages and the early modern period, the demons have grown in power by feeding on the evil ambitions of the people. Led by a being known as The Destroyer they plan their attack.
The angel Wor stands up for the survival of the entire tribe, and heads to Iccus to prevent the spread of the evil spirit.
Take control of Wor and shoot down every grotesque enemy in your path. Defeat the demon boss at the end of each area to advance onward.
Features: * Improved modes available with accessibility features and modern controls * Glorious and grotesque art and sound * Epic mid-stage and end-stage bosses * Multiple power-ups to increase your shot * Legacy title from the 1990s!
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Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.
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Mighty Goose is a fast paced run & gun shooter starring a bounty hunter Goose. Use epic weapons and devastating war machines to battle against screen filling bosses and hordes of enemies!
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Step into the 18th-century Paris of Steelrising and take the role of Aegis, a mechanical warrior with multiple combat styles and a wide variety of unique abilities, in the fight against King Louis XVI's violent automatons. Use your grappling hook and dash ability to explore the city's heights and depths, uncovering secrets and changing the course of history in this atmospheric and authentic representation of the city during the French Revolution.
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Dive into the rad world of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge! Embrace nostalgia with the 80s vibe, stunning pixel art, and authentic TMNT design. Battle through hordes of enemies solo or team up with friends for action-packed combat. With unique skills and moves, every game is a gnarly adventure. It's time to unleash your inner ninja!
What we like:
Retro 80s experience
Fun multiplayer gameplay
Easy to play controls
Variety of unique moves
Immersive story mode
What could be improved:
Limited online players
Potentially overwhelming enemies in multiplayer mode