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Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs Villains – PS5 Review

30Jun

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Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs Villains – PS5 Review

Are you looking for something to play with the family? Something with a great amount of nostalgia to play through on those lazy sundays? You should check out Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs Villains. It brings the fun of monopoly, without the worry that Dad is going to cheat! Thankfully the PlayStation is the banker! You Can't Use The Force Here Available across all platforms, you'll get to experience pinnacle moments in the Star Wars universe. All while being sat on your sofa playing a game with the whole family! If you're a PS5 owner like me, you can grab the game straight from the PlayStation store for £25. Gameplay When you fire up the game you are greeted with your hosts, C-3PO and R2-D2. They deliver a great introduction to the game and also help you out throughout your time with M...

25Jun

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Hardware & Tech

UGREEN NASync DXP2800 GT Review

It's not a shock that we love a UGREEN product, and here we are with another great piece of networking genius. The UGREEN NASync DXP2800 GT brings elegance and performance into one neat little package. Is it worth upgrading your current setup? Well, that depends on a large number of things. The GT range of NAS' features 2 offerings. the DXP4800GT and this one, the 2800 GT. While the former is a 4 bay machine, capable of up to 144tb of storage. The latter only 2 bays and up to 80tb of storage. Either option will depend on your needs. Built For Speed And Endurance If you already have a NAS setup at home, then perhaps this might be a neat little addition to the network. Or if you don't have one at all, then you definitely want to pay attention to the specs of this one. Let's dig in and f...

11Jun

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Hardware & Tech

Final VR3000 Recable Headphones Review

If you are after a new set of in-ear headphones, then you might want to check out the Final VR3000 Recable headphones. Retailing at around £70 these are aimed at virtual reality gamers. However, I quickly found out that these are actually pretty useful for any device with a headphone jack. For Virtuality, Or Not, You Decide There are so many different sets of headphones out there, I don't, however, get many in-ear sets to review. So this is a very nice welcome change. Design Features The VR3000 feature an f-Core DU 6mm driver, helping keep the distortion low and helping you get that natural sound that every gamer is after. Giving a balanced sound, you can actually use these headphones for just listening to music. Featuring a 3.5mm audio jack, you can plug these into a multitude of devi...

LEGO Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight – PS5 Review

11Jun

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PlayStation Reviews

LEGO Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight – PS5 Review

Well, Well, Well, the Bat is back! LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is the latest game in the LEGO franchise, and it is a cracker! Now the question isn't whether you should get this game or not. The real question is, why haven't you got it already? Released across all platforms and in multiple versions, with the deluxe version coming with some extra cosmetic packs. As well as the upcoming Mayhem Collection, a DLC expansion is being released in September. Let the games begin! The LEGO Games are always a lot of fun, and this one is no different. With plenty to do, let's dive into the review and see just what it's all about. Gameplay LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a game that covers all of the big moments throughout the Batman franchise. With plenty of nostalgia and those...

10Jun

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Hardware & Tech

SCUF Omega Controller Review

SCUF are a manufacturer of gaming controllers, and have been for some time. So you can imagine how pleased we were when they reached out and offered their newest controller for us to test out. I present to you, the SCUF Omega, officially licensed for the PlayStation 5, but, also compatible with your PC. Retailing at around £209.99 and available in 14 different colours. Yes 14! Each colour has its own codename, we got hold of the Smoke variant. A nice translucent clear-grey controller. This SCUF doesn't leave a mark! So, why should you spend so much cash on what is essentially a fancy controller? Well, I'll lay out the facts, give you all the information that you need before you have to decide. Design Features If you have heard of a SCUF controller before, then you'll know what they are...

9Jun

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Hardware & Tech

UGreen Release More Great Products

We recently received another great parcel from Ugreen, inside was a couple of their newest products. The Magflow Air and the FineTrack 2. Both products have their own use case, so let's check out just what makes them worth your money. Old Ideas, New Tech So to start, we have to say that Ugreen release some great products, they are well priced as well as having great features. Even though they release products relatively regularly, they still seem to surprise me. Let's check out the first of the newest products. Ugreen MagFlow Air Ugreen have multiple different power banks in their lineup, but the MagFlow Air feels like the new step in their evolution. Measuring an ultra-slim 8.6mm, and with 5000mAh capacity, this can literally be popped in your pocket when needed. Weighing only 117g...

22May

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Hardware & Tech

KiiBOOM Phantom 98 Keyboard Review

If you are like me, you love constantly changing up your keyboard for something new. Then I might have found your next obsession. The KiiBOOM Phantom 98, a completely transparent keyboard that looks insane. Bear in mind that it's quite costly, with an RRP of over £200, it might be a little pricey for most budgets. Is it worth it, though? Let's find out. Can You See Through This Great Keyboard? Regular readers will recognise KiiBOOM as the makers of the Phantom 81 Lite, recently reviewed by Charlotte. Today not only are you going to get a rundown of what makes the KiiBOOM Phantom 98 keyboard worth your time. You are also going to get a glimpse into their Meow Pudding Keycap set. I hear you gasp, what's this, an extra part of the review? Well, we do like to treat you! Design Features Sta...

20May

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Hardware & Tech

Edifier G1000 II – Speaker Review

If you are looking for a set of desktop speakers that give decent performance for what could be considered a budget price. Then you should check out the Edifier G1000 II Desktop Gaming Speakers. Retailing for around £69.99 on Amazon, these speakers boast good looks as well as decent specs. Will they be good enough to accompany your setup? Let's find out! Design Features Featuring a 2.0 setup, the Edifier G1000 II boasts eye-catching looks. Available in 3 different colourways: black, white and pink. Their bold edges and see-through front panel allow you to see angled cut-outs and the RGB lights. They strike a fine balance between performance and style. Measuring around 10cm in width and 12cm in height, they can fit in most desktop spaces. I have them set underneath my side monitors, flan...

Nacon Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 & Add-Ons Review

7May

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Hardware & Tech

Nacon Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 & Add-Ons Review

We have something great to show off. Nacon have recently unveiled some awesome kit. Starting with the Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team customisation kit, but they've also just shown off some new add-ons for their Nacon Revosim ecosystem. We were lucky enough to get sent these before release. So we've been playing around with them for a short while, and I have to admit, they are pretty special. Revosim Revolutionises Sim Racing We're going to cut down each new piece of kit into it's own section. Giving you the big important details and features as well as the pricing if you want to pick up a bundle. Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team Custom Set Coming in it's own box, as shown above, you get a set of customisation options to change your standard RS Pure Steering Wheel, into a badass...

7May

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Previews & Early Access

Wilderdark – Demo Preview

Last week we posted the news that Team Junkfish, the masterminds behind iconic horror-survival, Monstrum, are back! And boy oh boy are they back. Wilderdark was announced to a raptor-ous reception, and over this past week, we also had access to their new demo. Available now on Steam, so check it out here. In The Dark, No One Can Hear You Scream If you like what you read, I urge you to go and check out the demo yourself. Even Wishlist while you are there. Gameplay Being touted as a horror-survival, you are immediately greeted with a nice dark forest and a campsite. Don't be fooled though, the campsite means that someone has come before you. You've been sent to this island where the dinosaurs and plantlife have been infected with some mysterious ectoparasitic organism. Meaning that every...