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Truxton Extreme is a decent continuation for fans of the '80s franchise and a highly recommended offering for lovers of classic and challenging shoot 'em ups. Its high difficulty and traditional structure may not be suitable for all audiences, but true fans of the genre will find a good representative.

Splatoon Raiders is a fresh, fun, and highly recommended spin-off for both fans of the series and those looking for an entry point into this inked world. It is a light multi-genre experience that will keep us glued to the controller. It is one of those games you expect little from, but it ends up surprising you with its premise.

Halo: Campaign Evolved is a good example of how a remake should be done. It respects the original material while introducing modern improvements that make it more accessible. Although the lack of a competitive component and some technical details prevent it from reaching the next level, it is still recommended.

Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster for Nintendo Switch 2 is definitely aimed at those who have not yet enjoyed these classics. It features the best technical quality available on a Nintendo console. Those who already own the original Switch version are not missing out on much; however, it remains an essential collection of two of the best JRPGs in history.

Rythm Heaven Groove is an entry that fits what is expected from the franchise, offering musical levels that are as absurd as they are fun. Although it is intuitive and has a well-tuned difficulty curve, the precision of some commands often fails for no apparent reason, which ends up being frustrating. It is geared more towards fans of the series than casual players.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger for Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the best ports for the Big N's hybrid console that keeps the quality of the base game intact, along with the advantage of being able to enjoy it both on the TV and in handheld mode, without breaking a sweat along the way. Fans of creature collecting will find here one of the best offerings on the market.

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is the perfect example of a true remake. Rebuilt from the ground up, it stands out for its spectacular graphics, brand-new content, and total freedom to explore and dive. However, it is not free from the classic Ubisoft visual bugs, and on high settings, any PC can struggle. Despite these technical details, it is an incredible and highly immersive tribute that is totally worth it for both veterans and new players.

Echoes of Aincrad is a much more entertaining and better-executed installment in the SAO franchise thanks to its gameplay improvements and new graphical treatment. Although it still has some aspects to polish, it offers a challenging and highly customizable experience that fans will love. Ultimately, it is a step forward that followers will appreciate.

Star Fox is a new remake that manages to bring back one of Nintendo's most beloved franchises. Among its main new features are new game modes, revamped control schemes, updated graphics, and the addition of a cooperative mode. Those who loved the 1997 original will find here all the great feelings that game offered us back in the day, with a few interesting additions, but little else.

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration arrives on the Nintendo Switch 2 with a solid port that brings the entire adventure to the Big N's hybrid system with great results. It includes all the additional content, console-exclusive features, and notable visuals, maintaining stable performance and a very satisfying experience, even in handheld mode. For those Ninty fans who couldn't enjoy it at the time, this is now a good opportunity.