Iain culverhouse, Author at Thumb Culture

11May

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The Serpent Rogue Review

Ukrainian developers Sengi Games recently released The Serpent Rogue an Action/Adventure title published by Team 17. Available now on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series S/X and Playstation 5. The Brew Master Having come from a Ukrainian developer I was eager to play The Serpent Rogue. Not only because as a game it looks really captivating, but also out of a show of support for Ukraine. Gameplay Action and adventure fans will enjoy The Serpent Rogue as this format is tried and true and can be great when it's done well. Tackle the Serpent Rogue who is responsible for the corruption troubling the lands. With a sinister corruption affecting everything in its path, your goal will be to cleanse these areas. Some small sections of corruption can stop you from progressing into homes. The...

3May

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PlayStation Reviews

Chernobylite PS5 Review

Originally released for consoles in September 2021, Chernobylite has been given a massive upgrade for next-gen consoles and PC. Polish developer The Farm 51 included this as a free upgrade for those who had purchased it previously on Playstation 4, PC and Xbox One. You can see what Gareth thought about the Xbox One version here There Was Nothing Sane About Chernobyl Gameplay Chernobylite tells the story of the disaster at the Chernobyl Power Plant, near the city of Pripyat, which occurred 30 years earlier. During the play, actors assume the role of Igor Khymynuk, who worked at a power plant alongside his now-missing fiancée Tatyana. Researchers discovered a new material, which they named Chernobylite, following the disaster. According to reports, these crystals seem to be behind th...

21Apr

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MotoGP 22 PS5 Review

MotoGP 22 is the latest in the series, developed and published by Italian-based Milestone. Milestone are the minds behind titles such as MXGP 2021, Ride 4, Monster Energy Supercross 2021 and Hot Wheels Unleashed It is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, and Series S/X. Just One More Lap In no way would I regard myself as a MotoGP fan. Despite my admiration for the riders and teams involved, I rarely have the time to watch. However, I have always been a fan of Formula 1 so I decided it was time for me to give the world of MotoGP 22 a try. Gameplay MotoGP 22 is Grand Prix motorcycle racing, aiming to deliver fast-paced nail-biting races that fans of the sport will come to expect. I went with the PlayStation 5 version for this review, boasting new facia...

19Apr

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Road 96 – PS5 Review

French developer and publisher DixiArt are the brains behind Road 96. Having previously released on PC and Nintendo Switch, it is now the turn of the Playstation and Xbox consoles. Get Your Kicks On Road 96 Dixiart is a relatively small studio that has previously been released on both mobile and console. Lost in Harmony was the studio's first title released in 2016 on Android/IOS, Windows and Nintendo Switch. 2018 saw the release of 11-11 Memories retold on PC, Playstation 4 and Xbox One. It was the reveal of Road 96 at The Game Awards that brought massive interest Koch Media were in talks before Swedish based Embracer Group AB acquired DixiArt alongside several other studios in 2021. I had previously posted the news about Road 96 coming to consoles and being interested in giving i...

FIFA 22 ULTIMATE TEAM SpecialEffect Charity Kit

11Apr

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FIFA 22 ULTIMATE TEAM SpecialEffect Charity Kit

Electronic Arts are supporting charity partner SpecialEffect by featuring an exclusive FUT kit in FIFA 22 It's everyone's turn to play The kit will go live in-game on Monday 11th April at 6 PM BST. It is a reward for a weekly objective in FUT 22. Who Are SpecialEffect A UK-based charity known as SpecialEffect provides control setups designed specifically for people with physical disabilities who love to play video games. FIFA is among the games most requested by those they assist. SpecialEffect's kit will be unveiled at local professional club Oxford United in a ceremony that will also feature beneficiaries of the charity, and the Premier League Trophy will be on display thanks to EA Sports. SpecialEffect is a charity that I am passionate about. When I first met Dr Mick Don...

7Apr

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The Witcher 3 most awards of all time?

USwitch have recently compiled a Gaming Index that shows the most awarded Video Games Of All Time. No Awards For LaLa Land Uswitch compiled the research and analysed the total number of times each game has been named 'Game of the Year' between 2003 and 2021. It took the number of awards won divided by the number nominated for to come up with an Annual Percentage score. Most Awarded Video Game Of All Time We are currently at a point where there are more gaming award shows than ever before. The study was focused on the period between 2003 to 2021. With 317 awards, The Last Of Us Part 2 has won the most awards. The survey looked at which games won the highest percentage of annual awards that they were nominated for. What this means is The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt by CD Projekt Red lea...

29Mar

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Agent Intercept Review

Agent Intercept is the latest title from New Zealand developer PikPok. Arcade-Racing in an over-the-top style that see's you drive a spy vehicle, perform ridiculous stunts and blow things up. Agent Intercept is available on Playstation, Xbox and Nintendo switch from 30th March Your Mission Should You Choose To Accept It Seeing Agent Intercept for the first time, I was dubious if I would enjoy it. The premises of the game was appealing I was unsure of how it would achieve the desired outcome. It is time for you to step up, Agent! Face off against the criminal organization CLAW as you drive the Agency's latest high-tech transforming vehicle, the Sceptre. Perform over-the-top stunts while dodging enemy fire, mines, and lasers, and blow up enemies with the Sceptre's high-tech gadgetry. Im...

Red Art Games Announce Glam’s Incredible Run: Escape From Dukha

23Mar

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Red Art Games Announce Glam’s Incredible Run: Escape From Dukha

France based developer Red Art Games have today announced the upcoming release of Glam's Incredible Run: Escape From Dukha Swing To Win An action-packed acrobatic platformer, that is sure to appeal to a wide audience including speedrunners. About Glam's Incredible Run: Escape from Dukha Telling the tale of Glam, a brave girl tasked with rescuing her mother from the realm of Caterina. She is being held captive by an evil witch who wants to prevent Glam and her mother from uniting their powers. The most unique ability in video game history belongs to Glam. With the use of her hair, she can grab branches and swing. The controls are simple: three buttons and a joystick. Swing and jump your way through epic obstacle courses with each death being a lesson in itself. Featu...

21Mar

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Teen Horror The Quarry Announced

The Quarry is a Teen Horror title brought to you by SuperMassiveGames. The studio behind The Dark Pictures Anthology (Man of Medan, Little Hope, House of Ashes and upcoming title The Devil In Me) Do You Like Scary Movies?? It is worth noting that The Quarry is NOT a part of The Dark Pictures Anthology. Similar to Until Dawn, it will be a lengthy title in its own right. All Star Cast A trend that appears set to continue with The Quarry is the inclusion of Hollywood stars in SuperMassiveGames' games. David Arquette ("Scream"), Ariel Winter ("Modern Family"), Justice Smith ("Jurassic World"), Brenda Song ("Dollface"), Lance Henriksen ("Aliens"), Lin Shaye ("A Nightmare on Elm Street") and more. Story It’s late summer in the remote forests of upstate New York, and the teen coun...

21Mar

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PlayStation Reviews

Ghostwire: Tokyo Review

Ghostwire: Tokyo is the new action-adventure from Developer Tango Gameworks and published by Bethesda Softworks Releasing as a 1 year timed exclusive on Playstation 5 and PC. Ghostwire: Tokyo - Hauntingly Beautiful Originally announced at E3 in June 2019, it caught my attention. Now that I've recovered from my reaction to Avengers EndGame, I can move like Doctor Strange! At least, that was my first reaction. It was not until Microsoft acquired Bethesda in September 2021, that Ghostwire: Tokyo was confirmed to be a timed console exclusive expected to arrive in 2022. This is when that reaction to the game was one of intrigue and a desire to get hands-on with it. That time has arrived and I am on the Playstation 5. Gameplay This first-person action-adventure sees you battle agai...