For many, the idea of working for a website that focuses on video games is a breeze; play a game for a few days, jot down your thoughts, and then turn those notes into a review. Job’s a good’un, right? That’s what I thought when I first came on board,
What a surprising year I have had! Who would have thought I would be into turn-based strategy or tactical games? 2023 Stace, definitely would not have guessed it but in 2024 I have really embraced genres I wouldn’t normally be excited to get because of games like ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’.
Thinking of a catchy way to start this review has been one of the hardest things I’ve had to do during my time working with the team at MKAU Gaming. It’s not because the product is bad; it’s actually really good, but when I collected the ASUS RT-BE68U WiFi 7
Quoted directly from the Steam page, Priest Simulator: Vampire Show is “the weirdest and most messed up simulator in the history of sandbox shooters.” Brought to you by Asmodev and Ultimate Games S.A. This mockumentary will have you in stitches as you venture through the fantastic world of modern Poland,
Before PAX in 2023, I had the opportunity to review the ASUS ROG Ally Gaming Handheld; a small and powerful gaming computer that isn’t much bigger than some other handheld gaming systems. You can read about that here, and what I said there still stands. I was thoroughly impressed, so
Indie development team, CreepyToad, has brought a new co-op or single-player horror title to our libraries. Still, you can forget how cute and innocent your grandmother is because they have created a monster with ‘Granny: Escape Together’, and she is anything but adorable; something nightmares are made from. Granny: Escape
Getting older comes with the benefit of experience. Unfortunately, some experiences you felt when you were younger may be harder to capture now. I still remember my goosebumps when first experiencing a ‘Final Fantasy’ game. Recapturing that feeling happens less now, but when the experience hits, I sit up and
Piece by Piece is a biographical documentary telling the story of hip-hop legend, Pharrell Williams from his humble beginnings to superstardom. With the help of director, Morgan Neville, the film features interviews with Pharrell’s family, friends, and other recording artists. The catch is that this film was made entirely with
Based on the book series by legendary author, J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series directed by Peter Jackson were and still are some of the greatest movies in cinema history, earning them many awards. The franchise then received a television series exclusive to Amazon
Have you ever had one of those days where, no matter what you do, everything turns out to be cursed? What if your cursed day turned out to be a total blessing that could be used to help others? Thanks to developers Warp Digital and Dan Ferguson, we can explore
‘Super Spy Raccoon’ taps into the retro style of gaming at its finest; when it was simplistic and fun. Developed by Slain Mascot LCC, this 2D platformer reeks of nostalgia, leaving a wanting of more. Focusing on our titular Raccoon who lives a life of espionage, it is up to
Published and developed by The Farm 51, Chernobylite was originally released on PC and then on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 in 2021, then on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 in 2022, receiving high praise from critics. Now, in 2024, this survival horror game is making its way to
Just like the gameplay, this review will be short, but as they say, good things come in small packages, and Softie epitomises such a term. The very first development and publication for Kristina Springer is an interesting first foray into the gaming industry, and I am interested in what the
Strategy games can be enjoyed anywhere, Whether on your lap or on the big screen. Welcome to W.A.N.D. Project, Developed by The Knights of Unity and Published by Untold Tales. Let’s dive right in and experience the exciting spell-crafting world of Japan. As the world is plunged into danger by
Snowabunga! Shredding its way to you with its epic courses, mind-blowing tricks, and cute characters comes Slopecrashers. Brought to you by solo developer Byteparrot comes this labour of love that takes you back to the era of SSX. Invite your pals to carve up these gnarly courses and launch various
After a long, difficult day in the office, I tend to promptly plant myself on the couch, bed, or PC to play a shooter or action game to vent my frustrations. Of course, the gym is my other go-to for venting my frustrations, but sometimes, the motivation to go is
It is undeniable the grip that influencers have on pop culture and young society as a whole. It is scary, but a stark reality. One thing we can hope for though is that they use that ‘influence’ for a positive effect. In saying that, despite recent controversies, Mr Beast has
For the last few weeks, I’ve been playing around with the ‘ASUS Republic of Gamers Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 gaming laptop’, and more specifically, the newer series equipped with AMD processors. I tend to favour Intel with my builds, and there’s no real reason for it, but this portable powerhouse
In 1922, the German silent film, ‘Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror’ was released and terrified audiences worldwide. It was the first vampire film ever made and was based on the 1879 novel, ‘Dracula’ by legendary author, Bram Stoker. In the film version, the main antagonist was named Count Orlok instead
When it comes to laptops and notebooks, I’ve always been the kind of person who has just dealt with having a limited number of ports, and half of the time, the only ones I ever bothered to use were the USB ports. I also didn’t consider using external monitors with
When Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was first announced, I was a little worried that it would end up in the same pile as another bad movie-based game using the Indiana Jones name for a quick cash grab, but boy, was I wrong. Developed by MachineGames and published by
‘Stray’ by BlueTwelve Studios was the purrfect game at the purrfect time. People were still tiptoeing around and reluctant to go outside due to the wind-down of Covid and it slotted in perfectly as a comfy snuggle-up and game experience. Now, thankfully, it is yours to own on the Nintendo
I was a little confused when looking up a little on the development team behind this game and I believe they’re called SHRAPNEL which ironically is the name of the game as well. They are composed of a bunch of talent with award-winning personnel behind their team and they have
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit Kingdom Come: Deliverance. Developed by Warhorse Studios, the follow-up promises to be bigger, braver, and bolder than its predecessor. After getting a hands-on preview, I’m raring to get my hands on the entire adventure. Warhorse Studios continues
MKAU Gaming recently got a sneak peek at the highly anticipated Two Point Museum, the latest addition to the beloved Two Point series. Created by the talented minds at Two Point Studios and published by SEGA Europe, this exciting game is set to hit the shelves on March 4, 2025,
Still going strong after 10 years of updates, Maxis and Electronic Arts have introduced even more style into the wardrobes and homes of Sims everywhere with plenty of add-on packs to up Simmer’s catalogues. Sweet Slumber Party and Cosy Kitsch are among the newest in the bunch, bringing new sleepwear
As much as I’d like to think it does, go-faster panels and colourful RGB don’t affect a computer’s performance. Sometimes, simpler is better. Built with portability in mind, this is where the durable ASUS TUF Gaming A14 laptop finds itself. Clean and simple dark grey panels hide an overachieving system,
When Stellar Blade was released in 2024, it was clear that the SHIFT UP devs were inspired by another post-apocalyptic sci-fi game, Square Enix’s NieR: Automata. While EVE’s journey differs significantly, there’s some DNA of NieR: Automata in Stellar Blade. In a case of divine fate, or just the directors
Starting in 1982 ‘Microsoft Flight Simulator’ has continued to innovate over the past 42 years. ‘Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024’ is a testament to the franchise’s legacy. Developer Asobo Studios is back for their second production of the franchise with publisher Xbox Game Studios beside them, and all involved should be
Published and developed by Riot Games, League of Legends has been one of the biggest gaming franchises ever since it began in 2009, building a dedicated fanbase and filling out arenas with esports events around the world. The characters themselves have become pop culture icons even outside of gaming, with
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