Month: April 2021

Maneater: Truth Quest DLC Announced – Coming Summer 2021
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Maneater: Truth Quest DLC Announced – Coming Summer 2021

Maneater: Truth Quest DLC has been announced and is coming in the summer of 2021. Read the official press release from Tripwire Interactive below: ROSWELL, Ga. – April 1, 2021 – Developer and publisher Tripwire Interactive is proud to share first details for Maneater: Truth Quest, the upcoming downloadable content (DLC) for 2020’s eat ‘em up hit, Maneater. Coming this summer for the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S console systems, as well as PC (via Epic Games Store), Maneater: Truth Quest continues where the story left off following the thrilling conclusion in Maneater, the original award-winning Action-RPG (shARkPG) where you play as a shark. Starring the titular and evolved bull shark protagonist – and Chris Parnell (Sa...
The Elderscrolls Online: Console Enhanced Coming June 8th 2021!
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The Elderscrolls Online: Console Enhanced Coming June 8th 2021!

The Elderscrolls Online: Console Enhanced has been announced by Bethesda. ESO Enhanced will be launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on June 8th 2021. Read below for a highlight of changes coming to The Elderscrolls Online: Console Enhanced. Next-Gen Performance: Previously, ESO ran at 30FPS on console, but with the next-generation power of Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, the game will run at a crisp 60FPS while in “Performance Mode.” If you’re looking for a visual feast, enjoy native 4K at 30FPS in ESO’s “Fidelity Mode.” Increased Draw Distance: For players who love to admire ESO’s vast beauty, the game’s draw distance has nearly been doubled, allowing a deeper view of the ever-growing world of Tamriel. Improved Loading Times: Moving up to next-generation power means loa...
Nintendo’s Big Multiplayer Sale – Now Live, Grab Tons Of Deals!
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Nintendo’s Big Multiplayer Sale – Now Live, Grab Tons Of Deals!

Nintendo's Big Multiplayer Sale is now live in the Nintendo eShop through to Sunday 11th April 23:59 local time. There is plenty to be had during this sale including some highlights below. Splatoon 2 - 33% off Crash™ Team Racing Nitro-Fueled - 50% off Dragon Ball FighterZ - 84% off Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2 - 38% off Super Mario Party - 33% off Diablo III: Eternal Collection - 50% off Overwatch - 50% off New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe - 33% off Mortal Kombat 11 - 60% off GRID™ Autosport - 30% off Streets of Rage 4 - 35% off Read the press release below: 31st March, 2021 – During The Big Multiplayer Sale, players can team up or face off in a wide variety of multiplayer games for Nintendo Switch discounted by up to 75%. The sale on Nintendo eShop starts on...
Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins Review – Don’t Blink
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Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins Review – Don’t Blink

Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins is a "Lost Phone" Style game developed by Kaigan Games, the same team that did Sara is Missing and the Simulacra series.  It's published by Maze Theory and Another Indie, and it's available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, Google Play Store, and Apple Store. The game is based and expands on one of the more famous episodes of the modern era of Doctor Who Called Blink (From Episode 10 of the third season Of the Tenth Doctor Played by David Tennant.) where in the Wester Drumlins, you meet the Weeping Angels. Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins - Don't blink. Blink and you're dead. They are fast. Faster than you can believe. Don't turn your back. Don't look away. And don't blink. Not only the lore of a Doctor Who game that piqued my interest, but the idea of having...
It Takes Two Review – Co-Op At Its Best
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It Takes Two Review – Co-Op At Its Best

It Takes Two is the latest game from developer Hazelight Studios who previously brought us Brothers and A Way Out. It is a strictly co-op only game where communication and collaboration are absolutely essential for progression. Hazelight has taken their formula from A Way Out, refined it, and amplified it by 100! Cody and May are a couple with a young daughter, Rose. After overhearing the couple talk about getting a divorce, Rose gets upset and cries while holding hand-made doll representations of her parents. When the tears hit the dolls, a spell is cast and May and Cody's minds are transported into the dolls. Now they must work together with the guidance of 'Love Book' Dr Hakim to get back to Rose and return to their bodies. It Takes Two - But It Gives So Much More My partner an...
Mail Mole Review – A Well Received Package For Platform Fans!
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Mail Mole Review – A Well Received Package For Platform Fans!

Today I bring you the adorable little 3D platformer called Mail Mole. This game is co-developed by Talpa Games and  Undercoders, and it is also published by Undercoders. You can buy Mail Mole now on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PS4. I am reviewing the PS4 version of this game. Mail Mole - Most Definitely A Well Received Package! Join Molty the mail mole in his quest to save his home, Carrotland, from the evil turtle, Pukat. Is Monty's journey worth it or should he have stayed on holiday? Continue reading to find out more. You can read my previous preview here, let us know in the comments if you've played or would like to play Mail Mole. Gameplay Molty starts his adventure in Mail Mole on his holidays. He finally has had a chance to get some time away and he receives an emergency call...
Top 10 April Fools Pranks In Video Games
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Top 10 April Fools Pranks In Video Games

For years now video game developers have had gamers fooled into thinking that there is new content to a game or some new DLC or even on some accounts a whole new game. Well, it's that time of year again so let's take a look at just some of the April Fools pranks that developers have had us fooled with. As usual, if you enjoy this Top 10 April Fools Pranks In Video Games then why not check out my latest article here. You can also catch up with what the rest of the Thumb Culture team are up to on social media. 10. Football Manager 1888 Sports Interactive is notorious for their April Fools pranks but the one that most fans are fond of is a throwback to the very football season. Player attributes are way different from the normal players of today. There were no pesky agents demanding mon...
Project Winter Content Update – New Map, Bug Fixes & More!
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Project Winter Content Update – New Map, Bug Fixes & More!

Project Winter, the social deception and survival game from Other Ocean Interactive has received a rather large content update. One of our writers, Sam, checked this game out a couple of months ago and gave it a Thumb Culture gold award. Check out Sam's review here. A new map named The Cabin has been added to the rotation that may bring some uphill battles as well as high-level gameplay to Project Winter. Here is a highlight of some of the changes in this latest update. Pre-game lobbies can now use the text chat Blizzard events hide snow trails much faster Various UI changes when using a controller Crossplay icon visuals have been updated for better reading You can now add traps to crates with the tripwire Players no longer ragdoll with explosive crossbow bolts ...
Where The Heart Leads Gets A Release Date – Coming 13th July to PS4!
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Where The Heart Leads Gets A Release Date – Coming 13th July to PS4!

Where the Heart Leads follows Whit Anderson when he awakens in a world beyond his imagination. This one-man adventure takes Whit from moments in his past, present, and his future. Will the grass be greener? Find out when the game launches as a physical and digital release on July 13th. Read the official press release below: LONDON, UK: March 30th, 2021 — Perp Games is proud to share more details following the recent announcement of their partnership with the AAA veterans at Armature Studio on the physical release of Where the Heart Leads. Physical publishing expert, Perp Games will release the PlayStation 4 boxed version of Where the Heart Leads on Tuesday, July 13, the same day as its digital release. The Physical Version promises to be a very Special Edition with a variety of ...