I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve been asked to save the world and succeeded. Stopping explosions, quashing evil corporations, defeating supervillains. We’ve all been there – we know the drill. But, have you ever had to put the world back together after the big finale? Ever been …
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Some of the best gaming headsets can pack some serious audio power, with heavyweight brands chiming in with pinpoint 7.1 surround sound, rich soundscapes, and ear burning volume. However, it’s no secret that, in general, you’ll get a better sound quality from a set of premium headphones. So when a …
Read More »Star Wars, Indiana Jones, 007, and an incoming Golden Age for Licensed Games
We might be standing on the precipice of a Golden Age for Licensed Games. That much has become clear this week following the revival of Lucasfilm Games, EA’s grip on Star Wars loosening, and our favourite Nazi-punching archaeologist shuffling out of retirement. With the PS5 and Xbox Series X successfully …
Read More »The success of Horizon Zero Dawn shouldnt be the death of Killzone
If you were planning to finally start up that Killzone: Shadow Fall clan you’ve been meaning to get around to for the last seven years, I have some bad news. That social function, along with the official website for Guerrilla Games’ PlayStation shooter series, is no longer available, with a …
Read More »Monster Hunter Rise impresses with a stunning mix of classic style and modern flare
I have so many good things to say about Monster Hunter Rise that I don’t know where to start, so I guess that’s my opener. Capcom set me up with early access to the Monster Hunter Rise Switch demo, which is out today, and after more than a few hours …
Read More »“Were able to show the difference from whats possible today with whats possible tomorrow”: Inside Epic’s Unreal Engine 5
Epic has always been in the business of seeing the future. Nowadays, however, the situation is a little more complicated than that. “It’s kind of a scam,” smiles CEO and founder Tim Sweeney, “because while we’re predicting the future, we’re actually secretly building it in the background so that our …
Read More »Why DC revealed the Next Batmans identity ahead of time, explained
So this afternoon you might be thinking, ‘Why the hell did DC and writer John Ridley tease the secret identity of Future State’s the Next Batman for nearly four months, only to blow the mystery themselves nearly a month before the release of Future State: The Next Batman #1 (opens in …
Read More »16 hours with Cyberpunk 2077, and I never want to leave Night City
From the moment you start playing Cyberpunk 2077, it’s your story. From the size of your nipples to your choice of life path, V is immediately yours to shape. While CD Projekt Red had us besotted with the growly charm of Geralt for years, with Cyberpunk 2077 the developer is …
Read More »Which PS4 trade in for PS5 offers are still available, and other options for getting rid of your old console
With both next-gen consoles officially here, would-be customers are scrounging the internet to find the best PS4 trade in for PS5 deals (or the Xbox equivalent) to switch out their old systems for a brand new one. But, given that stock is limited at best and 2020 is, well… 2020, …
Read More »Bugsnax may not be scary, but its still one of the most unsettling games Ive played all year
Read more (Image credit: EA) The secret art of the loading screen, and why they won’t be going away anytime soon I first experienced Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared (opens in new tab) in the same fashion that I’m sure many others have; through a friend who’s quite comfortable with …
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