Reviews

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Pokémon Legends: Arceus – Review

“It is the heavenly fount from which pours the light that shines across Hisui. Its luminance guides and protects all Pokémon. Hisuian mythology states that Arceus is the creator of all things.” This is the Data entry for the mythical creature known as Arceus. With Arceus being the frontrunner of

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Dragon Saddle Melee – Review

Dragon Saddle Melee is a chaotic multiplayer game that pits players against players and computer-controlled dragons to try and earn the highest score possible. Made by Main Tank Software, it is available now on Steam. Dragon Saddle Melee offers players a retro 80’s-style game of multiplayer joust and a very

7.5

Hidden Deep – Review

What’s hidden in the deep? Let’s find out. ‘Hidden Deep’, developed by Cogwheel Software is a 2D, action and exploration, sci-fi thriller set in a mining and research facility below the ocean’s floor. Firstly, you will need to dive into Expedition mode, the story mode if you will. 681 days

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Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem – Review

Sam ‘Serious’ Stone is back in an all-new adventure branching off of the final levels of Serious Sam 4. Developed by Croteam, and published by Devolver Digital, Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem is a standalone DLC. Sam lands on the frozen shores of Siberia as he hunts down the treacherous General

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Expeditions: Rome – Review

If you were to live in ancient Rome, would you try to take power through emotional manipulation or brute force? Expeditions: Rome is the latest installment in the Expeditions franchise and follows the two previous releases Vikings, and Conquistadors, and talk about a glow-up! Developers Logic Arts have been hard

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Queeny Army (Nintendo Switch) – Review

The run ‘n’ gun genre has been around for a very long time, with greats such as ‘Contra’, ‘Metal Slug’ and hybrid games such as ‘Megaman’; the benchmark that many aspire to match. Queeny Army, developed by Lemoonpie games, with the help of EastAsiaSoft publishing work, have created a very

8.5

Belfast – Review

The Troubles. Such a simple description of events in Northern Ireland that shook the nation to its core. Kenneth Branagh, born In Belfast right before ‘The Troubles’ began, experienced life devolving into chaos in a once close-knit community from the innocent eyes of a child. As the writer and director

OlliOlli World (Hands-On) – Preview

All good things come in threes – and OlliOlli is no different, with British game developer Roll7 returning for their upcoming third game “OlliOlli World”, now skating closer to its release date. OlliOlli World is a bright, colourful and downright fun 2D-platforming skateboarding game. You start off in the new

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God of War (PC) – Review

Spiderman isn’t the only one who’s far from home. Our favorite anti-hero, the God killer, Kratos, is very far from home. He’s been in Midgard for the last 3 years but now he’s finally moved out of his cramped, underperforming shack to play with the big boys in the penthouse

8.5

Arcadia Fallen (Nintendo Switch) – Review

Alchemy. It’s never really touched on in video games. The main magic in games is usually that of chaos or healing. However, the team at Galdra Studios brings us a modern fantasy visual novel called Arcadia Fallen. Arcadia Fallen was initially released on steam in November 2021 but has now

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Monster Hunter Rise (PC) – Review

Formerly only available on the Nintendo Switch, Monster Hunter Rise finally makes its debut on PC! Fans of the series will be eager to chomp into this ‘fresh coat of paint’ version of Monster Hunter, which features brand new exclusive additions only available on PC! GAMEPLAY Most of the gameplay

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King Richard – Review

When I heard there was going to be a biopic film based around Serena and Venus Williams, I was a little surprised to hear the story would focus more on their Father, Richard Williams. What I got to experience, however, was far deeper than any story focused solely on the

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GTFO (1.0 Release) – Review

GTFO comes just in time for the holiday season with the premiere of its full release. If you love hardcore first-person shooters, you are in for a treat with GTFO, featuring cooperative gameplay with friends and since its full release, playing as a solo. With the introduction of player AI

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House of Gucci – Review

Gucci, one of the most notable brands today, for many different reasons, has turned 100 years old as a company this year. From humble beginnings making leather luggage to today’s modern empire that can outfit any given person from head to toe, it is safe to say there would be

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Licorice Pizza – Review

Paul Thomas Anderson is back again with another slice of life straight out of the ’70s. Set in the San Fernando Valley, LA, Licorice Pizza is a coming-of-age comedy-drama that tells the story of Alana Kane and Gary Valentine living life in the Valley. Based on a loose interpretation of

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Trash Sailors – Review

Surviving the high seas is a challenge, but with a trusty crew and the right amount of trash, you can overcome the hardiest of sea voyages. In this new game by developers fluckyMachine and publisher Tiny Build comes a unique world where one man’s trash is a ship Captain’s treasure.

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Marsupilami: Hoobadventure – Review

Marsupilami was not the most well-known comic book character of 1952, but dear god was the T.V. show of the ’90s, a total banger. Bringing it into the 2021’s, ‘Marsupilami: Hoobadventure’ gives us a reimagining of these weird and wonderful, long-tailed creatures that bring nothing but trouble wherever they go.

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