Stuart, Author at Thumb Culture

25Jun

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In Da Hoop! Quest 2 Review

Missed those 90s arcade basketball cabinets? Got a fancy Quest 2? Well, now you can relive those experiences with In Da Hoop! Currently released on the App Labs store on Oculus, developed and published by Realcast. In Da Hoop! Brings a nostalgic nod to the old school basketball cabinets that you may have spent many a pound on in the past. Has anyone got a spare pound? If you enjoy this review, maybe consider checking out our social media where we keep you up to date with the latest reviews and news. Gameplay Starting up In Da Hoop! for the first time you might be forgiven to think that something wasn't quite right. You start the game and are on a balcony overlooking a neatly rendered arcade. Sitting on its own is a single arcade cabinet. It's not a basketball hoop by any means, but wha...

24Jun

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PC Reviews

Chivalry 2 Review

Over at Thumb Culture, we love a bit of mindless violence and Chivalry 2 brings that in spades. We all got together and wanted to bring our thoughts to you. Chivalry 2 Brings The Pain... And Chickens Check out what the team thought of Chivalry 2 below and while you are at it, don't forget to check out our social media to stay up to date with the latest gaming news. Dan says: On first loading I was greeted with controls I thought was going to be too complex. But after the well guided tutorial I was battle ready. Or what I thought anyway! The vast battles that take place on the various maps available are intense. Remembering to block, parry and dodge within seconds of each other soon becomes second nature. I must admit running around the maps with a chunk of sharp metal impaling and...

24Jun

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PC Reviews, VR Reviews

ForeVR Bowl Quest 2 Review

Are you missing the smell of that spray you get when you hand back those bowling shoes? Or maybe you are missing the overpriced food and drink at a Hollywood Bowl. Well, fear not because you don't have to worry about any of that when you dive into ForeVR Bowl! So are you a bumpers player? Playing ForeVR Bowl on the Quest 2 is a blast, do you have what it takes to get a whole game of strikes? because quite frankly, we don't. Hope you enjoy this review, if you do, then why not check out some of our other reviews for VR Games. Don't forget to keep up to date with all our socials to find out more. Gameplay Whether you want to bowl alone, or with a group of friends, ForeVR Bowl has you covered! The first time I played ForeVR Bowl was with 3 others from the TC Team and boy did we have a blas...

11Jun

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Hardware & Tech

Roccat Burst Core Mouse Review

Gaming mice are in abundance. It almost feels like everyone and their mums are making gaming mice. They have been steadily getting lighter and lighter and now Roccat brings us a light little mouse. The Roccat Burst Core weighs 68g. But what does it mean? Let's dive in and find out. This new lightweight mouse has burst onto the scene Do you have a favourite gaming mouse? Let us know in the comments what mouse you use and whether you are looking for an upgrade. Design The Roccat Burst Core is a standard looking mouse from the outside. The traditional shape on show here. However, dive beneath its surface and what you have is a pretty feature packed gaming mouse. Let's circle back round to the weight, only 68g. This is achieved by having a solid honeycomb shell underneath that tough...

7Jun

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Hardware & Tech

Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro Review

One of the big players in gaming keyboards, Roccat, have released this awesome little package. The Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro doesn't just sound good, it actually backs that up with sturdy hardware, responsive keys and a whole host of other benefits. Strapped for space, then a TKL could be just for you Having used too many keyboards to remember since taking over Thumb Culture. It's always nice to have a keyboard that you can quite easily see replacing your day to day one. Did the Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro hit this high accolade? Why not keep reading to find out? Design Lets just take a moment to congratulate Roccat on some amazing looking keyboards. The Vulcan series, in my eyes, is some of the most stunning hardware that is around. Having owned the full size Vulcan 120, I was incredibly keen t...

12May

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Hardware & Tech

HyperX Pulsefire Haste Mouse Review

With the number of mice out there that have the label "Gaming Mouse" it would be hard to determine what differentiates one from another. This is where we come in, and checking out the HyperX Pulsefire Haste Lightweight Gaming Mouse (to give it its full title) we find out whether lighter is better. Lightweight But Feature Packed Weighing in at around the same weight as a tennis ball, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste is light. There is no way else to put it, 59 grams. I mean come on... Design So what's in the HyperX Pulsefire Haste box? Not a lot actually. You get the wired mouse (obviously), some grip tape, and then some replacement pads for the underside of the mouse. You get the standard warranty card and quick start guide, but that's the boring side of stuff. With a nice honeycomb d...

10May

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PC Reviews, VR Reviews

Demeo – Quest 2 Review

Demeo is a Fantasy RPG game from Resolution Games that allows you and up to 3 other friends to take on monster infested dungeons....ALL IN VR!!! Available on the Quest 2 and on PCVR through Steam VR right now, and coming soon to Rift and also to non VR through Steam. Resolution Games has given us an experience that will stay with you for a long time. An experience that you WILL struggle to survive on your own. Is Demeo The New Dungeon Master Are you looking to join a merry band of explorers and journey into the depths of a monster infestive dungeon? Well, leave us a comment below! Gameplay If you have seen any footage of Demeo then you will know that it is a cooperative dungeon exploration game, with a sprinkle of monsters. When I say sprinkle, obviously I mean that the whole monste...

10May

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PC Reviews, VR Reviews

Star Wars Pinball VR – Quest 2 Review

If anyone has played any of the Star Wars tables on Pinball FX3, you will know that Zen Studios has a habit of creating well-detailed tables for you to get lost in. However, with Star Wars Pinball VR on the Quest, PSVR, and through SteamVR you are given a full-blooded game that you can quite easily lose many many hours playing. So join me as I venture into a galaxy far far away, and enter the world of Star Wars Pinball VR. Star Wars Pinball VR is a Force to be reckoned with Have you played Star Wars Pinball VR? Do you have a favourite table? Leave us a comment down below. Gameplay If you have ever played a pinball game in your life then you will sort of know what to expect from Star Wars Pinball VR. In essence, it accurately recreates what you would experience in real life. Checking ou...

Wraith: The Oblivion – Afterlife Review – Hide, Hide, Hide, Hide and Hide

23Apr

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PC Reviews, VR Reviews

Wraith: The Oblivion – Afterlife Review – Hide, Hide, Hide, Hide and Hide

Sam, our Video Editor created this script for using as a written review. For his video review, scroll down to the bottom of the review. Are you a fan of horror? Think you've got nerves of steel and aren't bothered by things that go bump in the night? Then you're gonna love Wraith: The Oblivion - Afterlife! Developed and published by Fast Travel Games, Wraith: The Oblivion - Afterlife is a VR horror title set in the World of Darkness universe (the most popular name in this universe people might recognise would be Vampire: The Masquerade). You're objective? Solve the mystery of your own death, uncover the strange happenings at the Barclay Mansion and escape. That's right! You yourself are dead, a Wraith... and with your supernatural powers, must walk the halls, uncovering the truth and...

21Apr

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PC Reviews, VR Reviews

Traffic Jams Review – Green Means Go

Traffic Jams, developed by Little Chicken Game Company and published by Vertigo Games is a tongue in cheek look into the world of traffic management. Donning your VR headset of choice you will embark on a perilous journey that will see you directing traffic, swatting wasps, throwing frisbees as well as fish! Yes, your nerves will be tested, how long can you hold that angry driver at a standstill, how many balloons can you pop with a frisbee. This is a game like no other. No really, I don't recollect any game where you are in charge of traffic in this way. Available on Oculus Quest, Rift, and also playable through SteamVR, Traffic Jams is just fun. Read on to find out more. It's not quite like the M25's Traffic Jams Have you given Traffic Jams a go? What did you think, leave us a co...