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The main issue with EA Sports FC is its market dominance. Even though eFootball tries to offer some competition, we know that EA Sports FC remains the preferred soccer simulator. And as the market leader, what real need does EA have to put in the effort to deliver striking changes? Honestly? None.

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve elevates the franchise to new heights with a spectacular campaign that mixes high octane missions with relevant thematic storytelling. The real ace, though, remains the compelling and addictive dogfighting gameplay.

Beyond its dynamic combat, Duskfade wins players over with an engaging story and captivating characters. Many games have already explored themes of grief and loss, but Weird Beluga’s game manages to approach the subject in a unique way, with its imaginative world filled with ingenious clocks.

Silent Hill Townfall is far from a bad game. It’s a solid horror experience that stands out thanks to its dense atmosphere and engaging puzzles. However, much like its combat, it tends to hide behind these strengths, ultimately failing to provide a compelling narrative thread that keeps you invested or a meaningful sense of reward that makes the journey feel worthwhile.

Control Resonant is the portrait of a bolder studio. Remedy is never scared of taking risks, and that shows through many ways in this game. Bizarre, inventive and extremely fun to play, Control Resonant will probably be running for all the prizes it can by the end of the year.

Without a doubt, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s is one of the games that will define the Nintendo Switch 2 generation. Featuring classic gameplay, with just the right amount of new features, it delivers an addictive experience that will make its 100+ hours of playtime fly by. While its encrypted, multi-route narrative, stumbles a bit, it falls far short of making the overall experience anything less than spectacular.

By the end of The Blood of Dawnwalker, the developers' passion for the title is undeniable. All the care poured into the narrative, the characters, and this twisted vampire world proves that it's no coincidence the studio's leadership was behind The Witcher 3. There is a genuine heart embedded within it, yet a persistent question lingers: given a few more months of development, it might have achieved something close to perfection.

An intense, grueling and addictive experience that thrives on a brilliant combat system, especially in boss fights. Though the game overstays its welcome by a bit, the gameplay and story highs far exceed its problems.

Despite various technical issues during combat, the experience was thoroughly rewarding. It’s great to see a niche genre like tactical strategy hit the mainstream. Zero Company is the kind of title Star Wars fans have always dreamed of and that the franchise needed to catch its breath before returning focus to the Jedi. Updates and bug-fixing patches can elevate this game even further, as was the case with Cyberpunk 2077. I just hope it doesn't take quite as long.

Insomniac ultimately delivers the promise of an ultimate experience with Logan, but not without a few hiccups. Combat is brutal, but could've been less repetitive, and there was room for more exploration even in a linear adventure.