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Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered Releasing Feb 14th 2025

12Oct

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Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered Releasing Feb 14th 2025

Following the success of Tomb Raider I - III Remastered, Aspyr and Square Enix are teaming up again to bring you Tomb Raider IV - VI Remastered. It's been 25 years since we saw our girl Lara trapped inside an Egyptian tomb and the world of Tomb Raider was changed forever. Now it's time to go back, once again, and revisit the classic Tomb Raider franchise. Deep tombs, fond memories and Parisian backstreets Experience Classic Adventures Similarly to the first game, Tomb Raider IV - VI Remastered upgrades the experience of the final three games in the Tomb Raider hexalogy. Obviously, if you played the originals you know what's in store but, if not, here's what you've got waiting for you! Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation Travel to Egypt in the pursuit of the Amulet of Horus. You'll join...

11Oct

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PC Reviews

Game Builder Tycoon – PC Review

Start your own gaming company in Game Builder Tycoon - the latest release from developers AM Playground and publisher Playway S.A. Choose your platform, game size and more as you take the reins and develop your own games. With plenty of areas to develop into and unlock, opportunities seem to be endless - even bankruptcy is a possibility! Game Builder Tycoon is available now on Steam for £6.80 thanks to a launch discount. However this ends on the 14th October after which the game will cost £8.50. You'll be the next Ubisoft in no time Gameplay It's now 2005 and you've decided that you want to set out into the world of game development! When you first load up Game Builder Tycoon you are prompted to choose your character, your company name and your favourite avatar. You can then distri...

Fantech World Shooter 3 & Nova Pro Controller Review

9Oct

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Hardware & Tech

Fantech World Shooter 3 & Nova Pro Controller Review

Who doesn't love fancy new controllers when they're playing games? We got our hands on two new Fantech World multi-platform controllers and have been trying them out for the past few weeks. With a simple set up, the Nova Pro and the Shooter 3 controllers were easy to use straight out of the box - a perfect plug and play pairing that works for any type of gamer. After testing them out, there are pros and cons for both controllers so let's get into it! New additions to the Fantech Catalogue Design The Nova Pro The Nova Pro features a standard PlayStation controller layout with a responsive touchpad. Despite it's relatively low price point in comparison to a standard PS controller, it feels like a high quality piece of equipment. I received the Polaris variant of it and I have to...

Crow Country launches on Nintendo Switch

5Oct

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News & Updates

Crow Country launches on Nintendo Switch

This scary season all visitors are welcome, as Crow Country launches on Nintendo Switch on October 16th. Delve into a true love letter to ‘90s horror games in this caw-ritically acclaimed survival horror title. Puzzles, mystery and old-school graphics. The perfect Halloween combo Experience 90s horror all over again Your arrival in Crow Country has broken a two year silence. But more than answers await you in the darkness; every bullet will need to make its mark if you want to survive against the deadly creatures that stalk your every step. Encounter a cast of mysterious characters, solve a gauntlet of testing puzzles, and piece together the horrifying truth at the heart of the park. Where is Edward Crow? And who are you really, Mara Forest? Adam Vian, Creative Director at S...

4Oct

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PC Reviews

Grunn – PC Review

Pick up your watering can and get ready for the totally normal gardening game Grunn. Released today on Steam, Grunn is the latest addition to the Sokpop Collective catalogue - also developed by Tom van den Boogaart. Cut grass, dig out molehills and water the plants in your new boss' garden. Just make sure you don't go into the house - that is strictly off limits. Warning, there may be some slight spoilers ahead! I love when gardening sim games are just gardening sims... Gameplay Grunn throws you straight into the game without much explanation. You arrive at a small town on a bus after being hired by a local to do some maintenance on their garden. The small town nearby is perfect for a little adventure. There's also a park and a church for you to explore. Not everything is as it see...

Discover the wonders of Albatroz this November

1Oct

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News & Updates

Discover the wonders of Albatroz this November

It’s time to pack up for the much-awaited adventure as SOEDESCO and Among Giants announce that the backpacking RPG, Albatroz, will launch on November 1. The game will be available on Steam, as well as in both physical and digital formats for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Albatroz digital edition is priced at £29.99. Whilst the physical edition will be available for a suggested retail price of £39.99. Although if you hurry you can pre-order the physical edition from Amazon UK for just £33.99! And no, that's not an affiliate link, we just like a bargain! It's time to start a new adventure! Pack your bags and get ready to move. Albatroz is a backpacking adventure RPG that invites players to embark on a journey in search of a lost sibling. Follow the story of Isla as she sets ou...

Magical Bakery opens its doors in November 2024

27Sep

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News & Updates

Magical Bakery opens its doors in November 2024

Preheat the oven for a delightful experience as SOEDESCO and SUPERLUMEN announce the release of Magical Bakery! Releasing on November 7th in both digital and physical formats for Steam, Epic Games Store, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In a world of magic... be a baker! Welcome to a magical, flour-filled world! Magical Bakery is a single-player cooking and management game set in an enchanted bakery. Experience a life full of magic, challenges, and the joy of creating sweets that will leave a spellbinding impression on your customers. About Magical Bakery Step into the shoes of a magical baker trainee and craft delectable treats with magical sprinkles to solve your customers' problems, warm their hearts, or make their day brighter. Prove yourself worthy to inh...

16Sep

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PC Reviews

Copycat – PC Review

Perfectly cozy, perfectly heartbreaking. Copycat is the newest narrative adventure from Spoonful of Wonder, Neverland Entertainment and Nuuvem inc. Put yourself in the paws of a rescue cat called Dawn and learn the true meaning of home. Copycat's full release date is September 19th and you can grab it on Steam. There are slight spoilers present in this review! Prepare your paws, you've got a new home! Gameplay Meet Dawn, a sceptical shelter cat who believes she's a wildcat rather than a common house cat. She very quickly gets adopted by a nice old woman named Olive. Despite Olive's efforts, Dawn still plans to escape out into the wilds as soon as she can. It's slow progress in her new home, but a relationship is built between Dawn and her new owner as she learns about the meanin...

13Sep

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PC Reviews

The Land of the Magnates – PC Review

Love, betrayal and sacrifice await players in The Land of the Magnate produced by indie.io and developed by Permanent Way Games. Inspired by Middle Eastern myths, The Land of the Magnates combines elements of classing adventure and rhythm games to tell the story of Malik. It is available on Steam for £16.75. If you're looking to grow your Steam library, check out our other PC reviews here! Settle in with your sitar for a love story Gameplay The Land of the Magnates starts by introducing you to Malik Shahbaz, the prince of the Land of the Sun. The kingdom has turned from one of joy and music to a place shrouded in darkness. Silence reigns after music was banned following the death of the Queen and now the King lays on his deathbed. Malik believes that the music of his mother's Sita...

11Sep

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News & Updates

Coromon: Rogue Planet Now Revealed!

After the success of Coromon, which launched to critical acclaim in 2022 and sold over 75,000 copies in its first month, TRAGsoft, alongside independent publishing platform indie.io, is ready to expand its beloved universe with an exciting new spin-off: Coromon: Rogue Planet. Announced during the Monster Taming Direct, this new instalment brings a fresh twist to the popular monster-taming formula. Offering an endlessly re-playable adventure that challenges players to tame monsters, battle powerful bosses, and uncover the secrets of a mysterious planet! Revisit the good old days with monkeys and dinosaurs. Adding another layer to a well-loved classic Coromon: Rogue Planet builds upon its rich legacy inheritance with strategic combat, engaging monster-taming mechanics, and immersive ...