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Hollow Gate

94

A world that trusts you to find its pulse

Hollow Gate turns consequence into texture: every choice leaves a mark without making the path feel narrow.

Review by Kenji Ross
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Meridian After

88

Beautiful systems, braver characters

A sharp first season with more depth than its calm opening suggests.

Review by AETHERGRID desk

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