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Game review: Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster (Switch 2)
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Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster on Switch 2 offers a visually stunning jRPG experience with an innovative combat system and an affordable NZD $69 launch price.
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A look at several Sega Games on the Nintendo Switch 2
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Sega launches three enhanced games for Nintendo Switch 2: Sonic X Shadow Generations, Yakuza 0 Director's Cut, and Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S with new features.
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Game review: Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
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Nintendo Switch 2 owners must pay NZD $16 for the Welcome Tour, a technical demo exploring new features like mouse controls on Joy-Con 2.
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Game review: Split Fiction (Nintendo Switch)
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Split Fiction, a witty co-op game by Hazelight Studios, offers 13 hours of fun on Nintendo Switch 2 for NZD $79, despite needing an extra controller and some technical cutbacks.
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Game review: F1 25 (Xbox Series X)
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F1 25 on Xbox Series X delivers photorealistic graphics and diverse modes, including 'Braking Point 3' story and F1 movie chapters, for a thrilling racing experience.
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Game review: Monster Train 2 (Nintendo Switch)
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Monster Train 2 on Nintendo Switch offers challenging turn-based roguelike card battles with great graphics and addictive gameplay, rated 8.5/10.
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Game review: Doom: The Dark Ages (PC)
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Doom: The Dark Ages amps up the classic FPS formula with vast levels, brutal combat, and polished visuals in a prequel set in a demon-infested medieval world.
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Game review: Snow Bros. 2 Special (Nintendo Switch)
Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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Snow Bros. 2 Special brings nostalgic fun to Nintendo Switch, faithfully remaking the classic arcade game from 1994 with upgraded graphics and new features.
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Game review: Civilization VII (PC)
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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After a nearly decade-long wait, Civilization VII has finally launched, offering new challenges and mechanics in a visually stunning strategy game.
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Game review: Stunt Flyer (Switch)
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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The revamped Stunt Flyer soars onto the Nintendo Switch, offering improved visuals and controls but failing to capture adventure with repetitive missions.
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Hands-on game review: Gimmick! 2 (Xbox Series X)
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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Gimmick! 2 revives the charm of 2D platforming with stunning graphics and challenging gameplay, making it a treat for both old and new gamers.
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Game review: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD (Switch)
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Nintendo's Donkey Kong Country Returns HD for Switch revitalises the classic with stunning HD graphics and accessible controls, earning a solid 9.0/10.
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Game review: RIKI 8Bit Game Collection (Switch)
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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The RIKI 8Bit Game Collection for Switch offers two brief games and three music albums for NZD $33, leaving gamers wanting more for their money.
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Game review: Red Dead Redemption (PC)
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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The iconic Red Dead Redemption finally arrives on PC, proving its timeless appeal as players step into John Marsden's boots in this classic adventure.
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Game review: Planet Coaster 2 (PC)
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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Planet Coaster 2 delivers an enticing blend of creativity and management, but its stumbling gameplay features and cheeky DLC pricing leave fans wanting more.
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Game review: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (PC)
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Indiana Jones returns in Bethesda's Great Circle, an adventure blending nostalgia and action, but it grapples with its first-person perspective.
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Game review: Dragon Quest III 2D Remake (Xbox Series X)
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Square Enix has launched Dragon Quest III 2D Remake, enhancing visuals for modern consoles while retaining classic gameplay elements and a £95 price tag.
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Game review: Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Nintendo continues to impress in 2024 with the launch of Mario & Luigi: Brothership, a captivating turn-based RPG exclusive for the Switch.
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Game review: Lego Horizon Adventures (PS5 Pro)
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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Lego Horizon Adventures, now available for PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, offers a fun, kid-friendly take on the Horizon series with engaging gameplay.
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Game review: Life Is Strange: Double Exposure
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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The latest instalment of Life Is Strange, Double Exposure, offers players a gripping narrative as Max unravels a friend's shooting across two timelines.