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The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a story that looks to the past in order to better exist in the present. Captivating and elegant, but at times a little too restrained to leave a lasting impression.

Yet once again, ZA/UM Nouvelle Version delivers a genuinely staggering adventure, where the depths of a soul seeking redemption intertwine with the Invisible Hand, expanding empires, and spies fighting to survive amid it all. Making a brilliant game is one thing; avoiding the sophomore slump and doing it twice in a row is something else entirely.

Luna Abyss presents a surprising blend, driven by a unique formula and a strong identity. It is an imperfect success, but one whose qualities manage to charm and make a good part of its flaws easy to overlook.

The fact that I enjoyed Mina The Hollower as much as I did despite its few playability shortcomings and the fact that I'm not necessarily familiar with its inspirations it proudly wears on its sleeve makes it clear that it's not only a remarkable love letter to a genre, but also a formidable entry point.

James Bond is back, in his best, most polished, and most immersive form yet—and all without relying on an existing movie, instead rewriting his history and origins. The visual experience is mind-blowing, the game is technically top-notch, and the gameplay is so addictive that you’ll go back for more without a second thought.

LEGO Batman: The Dark Knight Legacy is a safe bet—perhaps even too safe. It checks all the expected boxes without ever taking any risks. Worse still, it tries to have it both ways without ever fully satisfying players on either front. Fans will undoubtedly find something to enjoy, thanks in particular to the richness of the universe and the numerous references. But those hoping for a more significant evolution of the formula may be left wanting. This new installment of LEGO Batman thus fulfills its purpose with diligence. Accessible, generous, and faithful to the spirit of the franchise, it offers a pleasant and familiar adventure—for better or for worse... Another brick in a solid edifice, but one that could certainly use a bit of a refresh.

Five years later, it's more of the same, but this one openly embraces its core argument - the map and the playlist are its strong points, fortunately. Kakkoi.

Directive 8020 kicks off this new season of The Dark Pictures Anthology in style with a well-executed sci-fi horror journey, featuring revamped gameplay that pulls the player out of the role of spectator and turns them into a full-fledged participant. Can we talk about a Supermassive 2.0 formula? In any case, Directive 8020 is clearly heading in that direction.

The Spell Brigade is a solid bullet hell, built on a classic foundation, enhanced with a few original mechanics that bring a welcome twist to the genre. Cooperative play is undoubtedly one of its greatest strengths, offering an unusual yet successful take on the bullet hell experience in multiplayer.

Kiln is an original concept, simple and effective, that hits the target, though its few weaknesses add some shadows when it comes to the final conclusion. It feels fresh and fun, but lacks the depth needed to sustain interest over time.