Thus Spoke Z㋐RU_thustra
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|| Work in Progress? || - Videogame Dev/Game Critic.
Pan, Italian, and hungry! 🐗
Videogame Dev/Game Critic.
Former IGN Italy, Everyeye, Spaziogames, TechRadar contributor. Senior Editor at @thegamesmachine.bsky.social
Pan, Italian, and hungry! 🐗
Videogame Dev/Game Critic.
Former IGN Italy, Everyeye, Spaziogames, TechRadar contributor. Senior Editor at @thegamesmachine.bsky.social
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Hi! @thegamesmachine.bsky.social just published my review of #RomancingSagaMinstrelSongRemasteredInternational, a rerelease of Square Enix's PS2 classic enriched and finally fully localized in collaboration with @redartgames.bsky.social Red Art Games.
www.thegamesmachine.it/romancing-sa...
www.thegamesmachine.it/romancing-sa...
Romancing Saga: Minstrel Song Remastered International | Recensione | TGM
Romancing Saga: Minstrel Song Remastered International | Recensione | TGM | Il ritorno della serie Saga, ora anche in italiano!
www.thegamesmachine.it
December 5, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Hi! @thegamesmachine.bsky.social just published my review of #RomancingSagaMinstrelSongRemasteredInternational, a rerelease of Square Enix's PS2 classic enriched and finally fully localized in collaboration with @redartgames.bsky.social Red Art Games.
www.thegamesmachine.it/romancing-sa...
www.thegamesmachine.it/romancing-sa...
My latest articles is now available on @thegamesmachine.bsky.social the GamesMachine's website! The review of #OctopathTraveler0 is now available. www.thegamesmachine.it/octopath-tra...
#OctopathTraveler
#OctopathTraveler
Octopath Traveler 0 | Recensione | The Games Machine
Octopath Traveler 0 | Recensione | Un prequel che cala i giocatori nei panni di un solo protagonista: formula stravolta o scommessa vinta?
www.thegamesmachine.it
December 3, 2025 at 5:33 PM
My latest articles is now available on @thegamesmachine.bsky.social the GamesMachine's website! The review of #OctopathTraveler0 is now available. www.thegamesmachine.it/octopath-tra...
#OctopathTraveler
#OctopathTraveler
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If Expedition 33 wins GOTY it's going to lead to the most annoying discourse of all time
If Expedition 33 doesn't win GOTY it's still going to lead to the most annoying discourse of all time
In conclusion I think people should stop taking the game awards so seriously.
If Expedition 33 doesn't win GOTY it's still going to lead to the most annoying discourse of all time
In conclusion I think people should stop taking the game awards so seriously.
November 18, 2025 at 7:36 AM
If Expedition 33 wins GOTY it's going to lead to the most annoying discourse of all time
If Expedition 33 doesn't win GOTY it's still going to lead to the most annoying discourse of all time
In conclusion I think people should stop taking the game awards so seriously.
If Expedition 33 doesn't win GOTY it's still going to lead to the most annoying discourse of all time
In conclusion I think people should stop taking the game awards so seriously.
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We've teamed up with keychain, charm and standee manufacturers Vograce for the next month, perfect for artists wanting to create merch for their designs - UKANIME5 gets you $5 off!
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#art #artists #merch #keychains #standees #anime #manga #pins
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#art #artists #merch #keychains #standees #anime #manga #pins
Custom acrylic keychains and animation peripheral products
Vograce is a professional Animation peripheral product manufacturer and supplier for custom keychains, acrylic keychains, acrylic charms, enamel pins, stickers, washi tape, badges, standees, throw pil...
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November 12, 2025 at 10:17 AM
We've teamed up with keychain, charm and standee manufacturers Vograce for the next month, perfect for artists wanting to create merch for their designs - UKANIME5 gets you $5 off!
vograce.com?utm_source=b...
#art #artists #merch #keychains #standees #anime #manga #pins
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#art #artists #merch #keychains #standees #anime #manga #pins
Just published my latest review for @thegamesmachine.bsky.social Italian magazine!
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack celebrates one of Gust’s most beloved JRPG sagas, with upgraded visuals, all DLCs, and tons of heart.
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-ryza...
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack celebrates one of Gust’s most beloved JRPG sagas, with upgraded visuals, all DLCs, and tons of heart.
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-ryza...
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack | Recensione | The Games Machine
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack | Recensione | TGM | La grande avventura di Ryza in un unico pacchetto!
www.thegamesmachine.it
November 12, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Just published my latest review for @thegamesmachine.bsky.social Italian magazine!
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack celebrates one of Gust’s most beloved JRPG sagas, with upgraded visuals, all DLCs, and tons of heart.
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-ryza...
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack celebrates one of Gust’s most beloved JRPG sagas, with upgraded visuals, all DLCs, and tons of heart.
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-ryza...
Hello! I love JRPGs~
November 10, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Hello! I love JRPGs~
Just published my latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social UK Anime Network!
Read the full review
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
Read the full review
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
Tales of Xillia Remastered
Tales of Xillia Remastered is the perfect opportunity to rediscover Bandai Namco’s PS3 classic; for those already familiar with it, it’s an invitation to remember why it still holds a special place in...
www.uk-anime.net
October 31, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Just published my latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social UK Anime Network!
Read the full review
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
Read the full review
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
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"...more than a simple restoration: it’s a heartfelt recollection of what made Bandai Namco’s JRPG saga so beloved over the past 30 years."
Majkol gets adventurous and revisits Tales of Xillia: Remastered:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
#TalesOfXilliaRemastered #JRPG #GameReview
Majkol gets adventurous and revisits Tales of Xillia: Remastered:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
#TalesOfXilliaRemastered #JRPG #GameReview
Tales of Xillia Remastered
Tales of Xillia Remastered is the best opportunity to discover why; for those who already know it, it's an invitation to remember why it continues to hold a special place in the hearts of fans.
www.uk-anime.net
October 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
"...more than a simple restoration: it’s a heartfelt recollection of what made Bandai Namco’s JRPG saga so beloved over the past 30 years."
Majkol gets adventurous and revisits Tales of Xillia: Remastered:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
#TalesOfXilliaRemastered #JRPG #GameReview
Majkol gets adventurous and revisits Tales of Xillia: Remastered:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Tales_...
#TalesOfXilliaRemastered #JRPG #GameReview
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"...masterfully balances fidelity and modernity"
Majkol Robuschi shares his impressions on the remake of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter - it's good news!
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails...
#TrailsInTheSky1stChapter #JRPG #GameReview #Trails
Majkol Robuschi shares his impressions on the remake of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter - it's good news!
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails...
#TrailsInTheSky1stChapter #JRPG #GameReview #Trails
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
A new beginning that feels like a homecoming, perfectly setting the stage for the rediscovery of the genesis of one of the JRPG landscape's most long-lived and beloved sagas.
www.uk-anime.net
October 13, 2025 at 9:41 AM
"...masterfully balances fidelity and modernity"
Majkol Robuschi shares his impressions on the remake of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter - it's good news!
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails...
#TrailsInTheSky1stChapter #JRPG #GameReview #Trails
Majkol Robuschi shares his impressions on the remake of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter - it's good news!
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails...
#TrailsInTheSky1stChapter #JRPG #GameReview #Trails
Just published my latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social! Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is a heartfelt and faithful remake that recaptures Falcom’s classic spirit with warmth and sincerity.
Read the full review here:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails... #TrailsintheSky1st
Read the full review here:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails... #TrailsintheSky1st
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
A new beginning that feels like a homecoming, perfectly setting the stage for the rediscovery of the genesis of one of the JRPG landscape's most long-lived and beloved sagas.
www.uk-anime.net
October 13, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Just published my latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social! Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is a heartfelt and faithful remake that recaptures Falcom’s classic spirit with warmth and sincerity.
Read the full review here:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails... #TrailsintheSky1st
Read the full review here:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails... #TrailsintheSky1st
Another JRPG, another article penned by yours truly! My latest review for The Games Machine Italian magazine is now live:
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-resl...
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-resl...
Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & The White Guardian | Recensione | TGM
Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & The White Guardian | Recensione | Un secondo viaggio nell'universo di Rasleriana è servito!
www.thegamesmachine.it
October 9, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Another JRPG, another article penned by yours truly! My latest review for The Games Machine Italian magazine is now live:
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-resl...
www.thegamesmachine.it/atelier-resl...
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"The overall experience crumbles under the weight of questionable ludic choices"
Majkol Robuschi is impressed by the ambition of Silent Hill f from Konami but comes away ultimately underwhelmed:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
#SilentHillf #Gamereview #horror
Majkol Robuschi is impressed by the ambition of Silent Hill f from Konami but comes away ultimately underwhelmed:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
#SilentHillf #Gamereview #horror
Silent Hill f
In conclusion, Silent Hill f is a profoundly ambitious chapter, yet one ultimately incapable of carrying the weight of the expectations placed upon it.
www.uk-anime.net
October 3, 2025 at 12:14 PM
"The overall experience crumbles under the weight of questionable ludic choices"
Majkol Robuschi is impressed by the ambition of Silent Hill f from Konami but comes away ultimately underwhelmed:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
#SilentHillf #Gamereview #horror
Majkol Robuschi is impressed by the ambition of Silent Hill f from Konami but comes away ultimately underwhelmed:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
#SilentHillf #Gamereview #horror
My latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social UK Anime Network takes a deep dive into Silent Hill f, the long-awaited new entry in Konami's iconic horror series, developed by NeoBards Entertainment.
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
Silent Hill f
In conclusion, Silent Hill f is a profoundly ambitious chapter, yet one ultimately incapable of carrying the weight of the expectations placed upon it.
www.uk-anime.net
October 3, 2025 at 8:31 PM
My latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social UK Anime Network takes a deep dive into Silent Hill f, the long-awaited new entry in Konami's iconic horror series, developed by NeoBards Entertainment.
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...
My latest review for The Games Machine magazine is now live:
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles marks the long-awaited return of one of the most influential tactical RPGs ever created, a respectful remaster of Square Enix’s 1997 classic. www.thegamesmachine.it/final-fantas...
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles marks the long-awaited return of one of the most influential tactical RPGs ever created, a respectful remaster of Square Enix’s 1997 classic. www.thegamesmachine.it/final-fantas...
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles | Recensione | TGM
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles | Recensione | Gli scontri tattici di Ivalice riprendono vita anche in alta definizione!
www.thegamesmachine.it
September 30, 2025 at 3:13 PM
My latest review for The Games Machine magazine is now live:
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles marks the long-awaited return of one of the most influential tactical RPGs ever created, a respectful remaster of Square Enix’s 1997 classic. www.thegamesmachine.it/final-fantas...
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles marks the long-awaited return of one of the most influential tactical RPGs ever created, a respectful remaster of Square Enix’s 1997 classic. www.thegamesmachine.it/final-fantas...
Spent these last few days cooking~
September 30, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Spent these last few days cooking~
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"While not perfect, Shuten Order remains an essential title for anyone who wants to explore the narrative potential of the medium."
Majkol Robuschi gets enthralled by the narrative worldbuilding of Shuten Order:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
#VisualNovel #Games #GameReview #ShutenOrder
Majkol Robuschi gets enthralled by the narrative worldbuilding of Shuten Order:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
#VisualNovel #Games #GameReview #ShutenOrder
Shuten Order
In conclusion, Shuten Order is not a perfect title: its gameplay hybridizations do not go beyond mere stylistic exercises, and some localization choices penalize the experience for the Western audienc...
www.uk-anime.net
September 17, 2025 at 12:07 PM
"While not perfect, Shuten Order remains an essential title for anyone who wants to explore the narrative potential of the medium."
Majkol Robuschi gets enthralled by the narrative worldbuilding of Shuten Order:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
#VisualNovel #Games #GameReview #ShutenOrder
Majkol Robuschi gets enthralled by the narrative worldbuilding of Shuten Order:
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
#VisualNovel #Games #GameReview #ShutenOrder
My latest review for UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social is now live:
Shuten Order, the newest visual novel adventure from Tookyo Games, the studio founded by Kazutaka Kodaka (Danganronpa) and Kotaro Uchikoshi (Zero Escape).
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
Shuten Order, the newest visual novel adventure from Tookyo Games, the studio founded by Kazutaka Kodaka (Danganronpa) and Kotaro Uchikoshi (Zero Escape).
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
Shuten Order
While not perfect, Shuten Order remains an essential title for anyone who wants to explore the narrative potential of the medium.
www.uk-anime.net
September 17, 2025 at 1:06 PM
My latest review for UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social is now live:
Shuten Order, the newest visual novel adventure from Tookyo Games, the studio founded by Kazutaka Kodaka (Danganronpa) and Kotaro Uchikoshi (Zero Escape).
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
Shuten Order, the newest visual novel adventure from Tookyo Games, the studio founded by Kazutaka Kodaka (Danganronpa) and Kotaro Uchikoshi (Zero Escape).
www.uk-anime.net/Games/Shuten...
Just completed the first scenario of Dragon's Dogma Online. Loved every second of it. #DDO #DragonsDogmaOnline
September 15, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Just completed the first scenario of Dragon's Dogma Online. Loved every second of it. #DDO #DragonsDogmaOnline
Twenty minutes in playing Makai Toushi SaGa and I'm like... this will be a full ESPER party.
September 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Twenty minutes in playing Makai Toushi SaGa and I'm like... this will be a full ESPER party.
I’m writing a retrospective series of articles on Bandai Namco’s Tales of franchise for @ukanime.bsky.social . The first one is dedicated to Tales of Phantasia, the beginning of the series and one of the most ambitious projects ever released on the SNES.
#TalesOfPhantasia
#TalesOfPhantasia
Majkol Robuschi delivers a terrific retrospective review of Tales of Phantasia on the PS1, as he starts to revisit each Tales game released by @bandainamcoeu.bsky.social - how does the classic hold up today?
www.uk-anime.net/games/Tales_...
#TalesOfPhantasia #JRPG #Games #GameReview #Playstation
www.uk-anime.net/games/Tales_...
#TalesOfPhantasia #JRPG #Games #GameReview #Playstation
Tales of Retrospective: Tales of Phantasia (PS1)
Rough around the edges as it may be, Tales of Phantasia still offers an honest Tales of-style fantasy adventure worth experiencing, with its mix of flaws, rewrites, and genuine flashes of brilliance.
www.uk-anime.net
September 4, 2025 at 9:37 AM
I’m writing a retrospective series of articles on Bandai Namco’s Tales of franchise for @ukanime.bsky.social . The first one is dedicated to Tales of Phantasia, the beginning of the series and one of the most ambitious projects ever released on the SNES.
#TalesOfPhantasia
#TalesOfPhantasia
My latest review for The Games Machine Magazine @thegamesmachine.bsky.social :
www.thegamesmachine.it/metal-gear-s...
#Konami #virtuosgames #METALGEARSOLIDΔ #MetalGearSolidDeltaSnakeEater
www.thegamesmachine.it/metal-gear-s...
#Konami #virtuosgames #METALGEARSOLIDΔ #MetalGearSolidDeltaSnakeEater
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater | Recensione | TGM
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater | Recensione | Snake è tornato e flette i muscoli dell'Unreal Engine 5.
https://www.thegamesmachine.it/metal-gear-solid-δ-snake-eater-pc-ps5-xbox-series-x-s/metal-gear-solid-delta-snake-eater-recensione
August 22, 2025 at 1:02 PM
My latest review for The Games Machine Magazine @thegamesmachine.bsky.social :
www.thegamesmachine.it/metal-gear-s...
#Konami #virtuosgames #METALGEARSOLIDΔ #MetalGearSolidDeltaSnakeEater
www.thegamesmachine.it/metal-gear-s...
#Konami #virtuosgames #METALGEARSOLIDΔ #MetalGearSolidDeltaSnakeEater
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"...not the game longtime fans deserved after years of waiting"
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact doesn't land for Majkol Robuschi:
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...
#HunterXHunterNenxImpact #Fighter #Games #Steam #PS5
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact doesn't land for Majkol Robuschi:
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...
#HunterXHunterNenxImpact #Fighter #Games #Steam #PS5
Hunter x Hunter Nen x Impact
Hardcore fans might still want to give it a shot, but if so, I can only recommend doing so at a significantly discounted price.
www.uk-anime.net
July 25, 2025 at 2:31 PM
"...not the game longtime fans deserved after years of waiting"
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact doesn't land for Majkol Robuschi:
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...
#HunterXHunterNenxImpact #Fighter #Games #Steam #PS5
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact doesn't land for Majkol Robuschi:
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...
#HunterXHunterNenxImpact #Fighter #Games #Steam #PS5
My latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social UK Anime Network is now live:
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact is a new 3v3 fighting game developed by Bushiroad Inc. and Eighting, and published by Arc System Works —bringing Togashi’s beloved series into the fighter genre.
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact is a new 3v3 fighting game developed by Bushiroad Inc. and Eighting, and published by Arc System Works —bringing Togashi’s beloved series into the fighter genre.
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...
Hunter x Hunter Nen x Impact
Hardcore fans might still want to give it a shot, but if so, I can only recommend doing so at a significantly discounted price.
www.uk-anime.net
July 25, 2025 at 3:44 PM
My latest review for @ukanime.bsky.social UK Anime Network is now live:
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact is a new 3v3 fighting game developed by Bushiroad Inc. and Eighting, and published by Arc System Works —bringing Togashi’s beloved series into the fighter genre.
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact is a new 3v3 fighting game developed by Bushiroad Inc. and Eighting, and published by Arc System Works —bringing Togashi’s beloved series into the fighter genre.
www.uk-anime.net/games/Hunter...