Alex Crooks, Author at Thumb Culture

4Oct

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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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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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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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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 ...

10Sep

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PlayStation Reviews

112 Operator – PS5 Review

Following the success of 911 Operator, Jutsu Games has now released 112 Operator. Much like its similarly named counterpart, players are put into the emergency services hot seat whilst answering calls from cities around Europe. Recently released on the PlayStation Store, you can grab 112 Operator for £19.99. With new calls coming in and different scenarios to deal with, prepare to experience operator stress first hand. Literally everyone's life is in your hands... best get organised. Gameplay 112 Operator approaches gameplay in a very simple manner. Examine the map with the right thumb stick, change your cursor with triangle and answer calls with L2. Your first day on the job teaches you the basics to get you past the in-game probation period. Different events colour correspond wit...

8Sep

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Unholy Releasing Friday the 13th

Venture into the frightening and surreal world of Unholy which is releasing on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on Friday the 13th September. Experience a haunting journey across parallel worlds in Duality Games and Hook Games brand new psychological horror. Experience frightening horror on both sides of the parallel universe Infiltrate the nightmares of reality Unholy invites players to explore two parallel worlds: the grim, brutalist reality of a post-Soviet Eastern European town and the dark, grotesque world of Unholy, ruled by a merciless caste of priests. Players must navigate between these two realms to find clues, solving mind-bending puzzles and deciding whether to infiltrate the nightmarish reality with stealth, or to engage in full on brutal combat against the twisted denizens that r...

Overgrown Cleaner Reveal Trailer Released

5Sep

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Overgrown Cleaner Reveal Trailer Released

PlayWay S.A have teamed up with Pyramid Games to announce Overgrown Cleaner. A satisfying simulator where you will take the proper care of overgrown places. Cut, clean, mow, and chop through overgrown areas, without worrying about back pain! One of the biggest names in Simulation Game publishing is PlayWay S.A. Here at Thumb Culture we've covered many a simulation game from this publisher including the recently released Crime Scene Cleaner. Fire up the chainsaw and get to sawing Forgo the backache and start cutting down trees. Forgotten gardens are just the beginning in Overgrown Cleaner. With the experience you gain and the variety of tools at your disposal, you'll gain access to diverse and unique locations such as skateparks, playgrounds, or military training grounds. Reveal ove...

Garden Witch Life Physical Editions Announced

3Sep

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Garden Witch Life Physical Editions Announced

SOEDESCO and Freetime Studio are thrilled to announce that Garden Witch Life physical edition will be available on October 4, 2024. Get ready for this charming magical farm-life RPG to hit the stores for Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PS5, with a suggested retail price of £29.99. Get your potions ready About Garden Witch Life You are a little witch from the big city who has just lost her job. Life didn't go as you expected, but now you can start anew. You're now on a quest to create a magical food forest and make it a home for all kinds of cute creatures! Immerse yourself in the magical world of Garden Witch Life. And experience a fun, cozy witch life. Grow your own enchanted garden, design your ancient tree house, and nurture cute creatures. Join a vibrant community, cook del...