I attribute my love for gaming to Real Time Strategy games. The console I started with was a Sega Master System, and most games back then were side scrollers, like Sonic the Hedgehog or Alex Kidd. It wasn’t until I visited a friends place and played Age of Empires that
All aboard! Here we have one of the recent releases from developer Gaming Minds Studio; Railway Empire – Complete Collection. Published by Kalypso Media Digital, Railway Empire – Complete Collection brings us everything that has been released thus far including the base game and all 8 DLCs: Mexico, Crossing the
Dungeons III launched way back in 2017 but now we’ve got the release of Dungeons III: Complete Collection. Developed by Realmforge Studios and published by Kalypso Media, Dungeons III: Complete Collection is a dungeon building real-time strategy game. The complete collection comes with the base game and all DLC. That’s
I’ve been playing Warhammer 40,000 since I was 15. I have a significant number of little plastic men and an assortment of vehicles to boot. One of the coolest models I have in my collection is a Space Marine Tech-Priest, a loyal servant of the Machine God charged with maintaining
‘Timelie’ is a time based puzzle game developed by ‘Urnique Studio’. Going in, I had no idea what to expect but I was very pleased with the experience. As soon as the game opens, players are introduced to a minimalist menu with soft ambient music playing. This perfectly sets the
And we are back, with some of my favourite swiping action! All the up, down, left, and right, you can chew on. Strap in folks, this is going to get WILD! If I was on the fence for the PC version, consider me sold now. Enter the Nintendo Switch. Keen
TOOT TOOOOT! ALL ABOARD! Alright guys and gals, get ready for everything you’ve ever wanted in a railway building simulator. I know what you’re thinking- “But I’ve never wanted a railway building simulator” but this is no ordinary railway simulator. Railway Empire is as big a simulator as you could
Dog Duty brings a fun and energetic atmosphere with its squad of misfits, hell bent on saving the world from the maniacal Octopus Commander and his army of Octo-Soldiers. From the tongue in cheek humour, to its top-down real-time tactical action, Dog Duty brings a fun romp into its open
Feeling nostalgic and looking for a game? Enjoy playing puzzles that can be equally frustrating and rewarding? You are going to want to give ‘Keen: One Girl Army’ developed by Cat Nigiri, a shot. Don’t get me wrong, the idea of a sliding puzzle game that has “tactical combat” made
Published by Alowar Premium and developed by Fictiorama Studios, Do Not Feed the Monkeys is voyeurism simulator that puts players in the shoes of a spy who monitors various live video feeds through an in-game desktop computer. Players will have to observe the actions and behaviours and listen to conversations
It’s time to head back to the lawless and unforgiving Wild West in the newest chapter for John Cooper, Desperados III. Desperados III is a real-time tactics game brought to us by developer Mimimi Games and published by THQ Nordic. Turning the game on and you’re greeted by a stunning
Published by 2K Games and developed by Firaxis Games, the XCOM series finally makes its way to Nintendo. XCOM 2 Collection includes both ‘XCOM 2’, released in 2016, four DLC packs (Resistance Warrior Pack, Anarchy’s Children, Alien Hunters, Shen’s Last Gift) and ‘XCOM 2: War of the Chosen’, released in
With the announcement of the New Frontier Pass, Sid Meyers Civilization VI is getting access to a plethora of new races, natural wonders and assets for players to take control of. The New Frontier Pass is the first DLC for the year, with Maya and Gran Colombia being added to
Growing up, every person surely had this experience: Either your relative, neighbour, friend or that kid you were forced to sit and play with at play time had this basic, run of the mill, army kit. The kit was flooded with green army men, all of which were holding various
As some of you will have seen, back in March we were given the opportunity to test out the Beta for Monster Train. Developed by Shiny Shoes, this digital trading card game had players fighting off the forces of Heaven as they attempted to stop a train carrying the last
I remember seeing an edition of XCOM (XCOM: Enemy Unknown) many years ago and thinking, ‘What is this alien rampage shooter thingy?’ Shortly thereafter, I found myself strangely addicted to its turn-based battle style game. It blew my mind that the 2012 game I was currently lost in was actually
What would you get if XCom and Gears Of War had a baby? Well, if you guessed Gears Tactics, you would be right. The Gears of War franchise has always been a fast paced type of game that has always raised pulses and taken names. Gears Tactics is no exception,
This mysterious and magical focused game sets up a challenging and meaningful encounter everywhere you go. The plot is narrated to you and the narrator also serves as your guide through a journey of discovery and intrigue within the vast castle set before you. From what I’ve experienced thus far
I’ve played a few trading card games in my life. Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon, a few forgettable virtual ones, and one particularly good one. While I wouldn’t consider myself particularly good at any of them, if they have simple mechanics but offer strategic challenges, I find myself losing myself in
Langrisser 1&2 is a tactical turn-based RPG set in a fantasy world, created by Masaya Games. Langrisser 1 has you controlling the main protagonist, Prince Ledin, as he goes on an epic quest to recover the stolen legendary sword, Langrisser, that this family has been protecting. As well this, he
Kana Quest has answered a question I didn’t even know I had, with a new way to embrace more of the Japanese culture and learn the language. Developed and published by Not Dead Design, this is a fun and uniquely animated way to learn how to read Hiragana and Katakana,
Dungeon Defenders: Awakened is the latest in the well loved series of the tower defence games by the same name. Developed and Published by Chromatic Games, Dungeon Defenders: Awakened brings new life to the tower defence genre with a modern uptake. implementing a fresh and clean look along for fans
Ash of Gods: Redemption is published by Whisper Games and developed by AurumDust. Now, given I’m not too big on tactical turn-based games, I was intrigued by the RPG-like elements and art style of this title, so let’s dive into my third review of the year, shall we? Ash of
Legend of Keepers: Prologue is a tactical, dungeon management, side scroller, turned based game with a hint of RPG elements where you actually play as the bad guys! Developed and published by Goblinz Studios, Legend of Keepers brings a fun and polished game where you’re the boss of the ‘Dungeons
SD Gundam G Generation Cross Rays is a turn-based battle game published by Bandai Namco. If you have no history with this series, then you are not alone, but Gundam has been around for quite a while. In short, Gundam is a combination of toys and media from Japan that
I’ve played a few turn based strategy games in my lifetime, most notably a few from the Total War series. My favourite part of this series was controlling the armies; setting them up, moving them into position and then commanding waves of troops as I crush the enemy underfoot. I
Disgaea 4: Complete + is the updated and remastered version of Disgaea 4: A Promise Unforgotten. Created by Nippon Ichi Software, this game along with the previous games in this series is a tactical RPG, with a very mobile feel to it. The story of Disgaea 4 is a little
For those who are familiar with classic RPGs such as Fallout 1 & 2, you will definitely feel at home with ‘Encased’. It is all brought together with its unique story and setting that seems strangely familiar to Stalker games including many winks to the Fallout franchise. Starting off your
I have never been a strategy, turn based game player. They require patience, thought-out movement and finesse. All attributes, I definitely do not possess, believe me, ask my colleagues. I loathed my last experience with one and that is no exaggeration. I’ve avoided them since. Mutant Year Zero: Road to
Age of Wonders: Planetfall is a turn based strategy (TBS) by the critically acclaimed creators of previous ‘Age of Wonders’ and ‘Overlord’ series, Triumph Studios. Age of Wonders: Planetfall takes on a more sci-fi approach than previous Age of Wonder games, opening up in the shadow of The Galactic Empire
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