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Synthwave Racers (Steam) – Review

I love a good racing game. Nothing feels as good as racing around a track. Synthwave Racers, by Corrtex Games, twists this concept by adding a range of challenges specifically aimed at ruining your perfect run, adding some much-needed challenge into the genre. Synthwave Racers has no storyline as it

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Doomsday Hunters (Steam) – Review

What do you do when Dracula comes calling? You shoot him up and save everyone, of course. 9 years in the making, Doomsday Hunters, by Moregames, tasks you as 1 of 10 playable characters to cleanse the world of the mutated filth that now inhabits it. Sinners will need to

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Moving Out 2 (Xbox Series X|S) – Review

In 2020, the original ‘Moving Out’ was released, turning players into removalists known professionally as F.A.R.T. (Furniture Arrangement and Relocation Technician), to work solo or with friends to remove furniture from various homes and load them onto the truck, in a quick and not so efficient manner. It created hours

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Cantata (Steam) – Review

After a long early access, Cantata, by the fledgling studio Afterschool, alongside publisher Modern Wolf, is ready to be deployed. Cantata is a turn-based tactics adventure, or as Afterschool aptly terms it, a “Grand Strategy Game” – which transports players into a world of militia-building, expansion, logistics, and resource management.

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Broforce Forever (Xbox Series X) – Review

‘Broforce Forever’ is the long-awaited free update to 2015’s ‘Broforce’, the most patriotic game ever made by Devolver Digital and Freelives. Broforce is a love letter to action movies by having an action pack roster of characters from a span of classic movies. This means you and your friends will

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GORD (Xbox Series X) – Review

‘GORD’, developed by Covenant. Dev and published by Team17, inspired by Slavic lore is a top-down, strategy game that really kicks you in the guts as you lead a village of people to success or their impending death. As you reign over Lysatian in the ‘Tribe of the Dawn’ you

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Lunacy: Saint Rhodes (Steam) – Review

‘Lunacy: Saint Rhodes’ is a first-person, psychological horror game developed by Stormling Studios and published by iceberg interactive. Lunacy uses puzzles and maze-like areas in junction with jump scares and chases, that deliver a heart-pounding mystery that will make you question if the main character needs to be here instead

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Revenge Of Noxi (Steam) – Review

Where to Start? ‘Revenge Of Noxi’, developed and published By Megamini00, tells a subtle yet thrilling storyline with captivating visuals and intense combat mechanics all the while delivering stunning pixel graphics that keep bringing you back for more. This title will draw you into an epic adventure filled with intrigue

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Running Fable (Xbox Series X) – Review

Running Fable, created by Seashell Studios, is a family-friendly racing game inspired by the fable of the Tortoise and the Hare. As such, players can pick between the avatars of a tortoise or a hare as they race around a track to reach the trophy first. Supporting online matches with

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Vampire Hunters (PC) – Review

Vampire Hunters, created by Gamecraft Studios, is a first-person shooter that takes aim at the legion of the undead with the funny concept of “more guns are better,” and we would all have experienced the hassle of swapping weapons to find your gun of choice at some stage in an

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Flutter Away (Nintendo Switch) – Review

I have a fascination with creatures big and small especially when they are in their own environment living their best lives. ‘Flutter Away’ by Runaway Play is an endearing indie title that captures that inquisitive and serene nature in its own calming experience. You play as a lone explorer, deep

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Side Decide (Nintendo Switch) – Review

Published and developed by Australian studio, Blue Volcano, ‘Side Decide’ is a puzzle game where players roll around as children-like block toys to reach the goal. It was originally released on PC, in 2021, and is now available on Nintendo Switch. At first glance, the game may look very simple

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Bloodhound (PC) – Review

Developed and published by Kruger and Flint Productions, Bloodhound is what is born from a clear love for old-school first-person shooters. Upon seeing the trailer for Bloodhound, I immediately picked up nostalgic vibes of the original Doom. Bloodhound did not disappoint, it not only brought back memories of Doom, but

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Brewpub Simulator – Review

‘Brewpub Simulator’ developed by Star Drifters and published by Movie Games S.A and Surefire Games lets you brew the golden nectar till your heart is content. When we first load into Brewpub, we have two options. If you’re wanting to try the game out and follow the story that is

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Unholy – Review

Developed by Duality Games, Unholy is an unsettling horror adventure set in two parallel worlds. Explore both reality and a dark unholy world to unveil the mysterious disappearance of your child, all while finding clues, solving puzzles, and deciding whether to sneak or take on brutal enemies as you stand

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MORDHAU (Xbox Series X) – Review

I love the medieval era. ‘A Knight’s Tale’ was my favourite movie as a teen, and while it wasn’t historically accurate, the vibe and whimsical enjoyment it portrayed had me hooked, and I think I finally found a game that matches that era but puts an energetic and quirky touch

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VanillaBeast: Retro Knock-Out! (PC) – Review

VanillaBeast: Retro Knock-Out! is a parody adult-themed boxing game that follows the boxing career of Vanilla as he fights his way up to champion status against a ton of parody names, cross-boxing pop-culture, and actual boxers with cameo appearances from horror movies and TV shows. The story starts with Vanilla

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