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In Memoriam: Shutaro Iida, 1973–2026
Shutaro Iida, the Creative Director at ArtPlay and a pivotal figure in the Castlevania and Bloodstained franchises, passed away on February 10, 2026. He was…
Critical analysis
THE PERSPECTIVE
SECTOR: GFL2
the chronicle
Undernauts: Labyrinth of Yomi | Very Strong Gateway DRPG
Undernauts: Labyrinth of Yomi delivers a strategic dungeon-crawling experience on PC with strong customization, eerie ambiance, and turn-based combat.
Spirit Hunter: NG | Enhanced Supernatural Switch Thriller
Spirit Hunter: NG builds on Death Mark with polished storytelling, suspense, and multiple endings, delivering a gripping supernatural thriller on…
Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed | Monumental Finale
Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed delivers dynamic gameplay, a compelling prequel story, expanded content, and a standout soundtrack for fans.
Alone in the Dark (2024) | Survival Horror Returns on PC
Alone in the Dark (2024) revives classic survival horror with eerie atmosphere, Lovecraftian mystery, and clever puzzles despite some technical…
Spirit Hunter: Death Mark | Chilling Japanese Horror ADV
Spirit Hunter: Death Mark delivers tense Japanese horror on Switch, blending eerie atmospheres with gripping spirit tales despite minor translation…
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 | Epic Switch JRPG Finale
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 delivers a sweeping JRPG on Switch, with deep exploration, emotional storytelling, and an outstanding soundtrack to close…
