Kyle McGrath, Author at Thumb Culture

14Nov

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LOFREE FLOW Mechanical Low-Profile Keyboard

A keyboard can make or break a setup for gaming or working from home. Long hours at your desk can leave your hands and wrists feeling fatigued. The Lofree Flow mechanical keyboard changes that: As a low-profile keyboard, the Lofree Flow removes the need to arch your hands for long periods, providing comfort. Let's dive into what else this modern yet minimalist keyboard offers. Lofree Flow, Where To Go (And Get One)? The Lofree Flow mechanical keyboard is available on LOFREE's official website for £129.35. The keyboard comes in two colour options: black with phantom switches or white with ghost switches (the model we're looking at today). Additionally, you can purchase a 90-piece set of different coloured keycaps and an extra set of switches. Design The design of the Lofree Flow mec...

31Oct

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PC Reviews

Midnight Heist – PC Review

MediaTale brings Midnight Heist, an early-access, online co-op action-horror game. Think Payday with a spooky twist! Play solo or with up to 3 friends to earn money, build your reputation and reap the rewards from the increasingly shady companies that hire you. Midnight Heist is available on Steam for £8.50, though a demo is also available. The Police Won't Be Your Main Concern Take on the role of an experienced hacker and fulfil tasks from shady organisations across Midnight City alone or as a team (with friends). The law isn't the only presence you need to worry about. Something else may stalk the buildings, and they are far more interested in you than any loot or data you find. Gameplay Midnight Heist allows its players to choose a character out of a selection. Customisation suc...

30Oct

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The Troop – PC Review

The Troop is a turn-based tactical game set in WW2 with a hex grid. Developed by Giant Flame and Published by PLA Studious, The Troop is available on Steam for £30.99. A demo is also available for players to get a taste of it first. Strategize & Command Platoons The game features 36 story missions following the narrative from D-Day and four campaigns of linked historically-inspired scenarios. Commanding either British, German, or Canadian units, players will get a taste of history through the gameplay. Born from a love of turn-based games and WW2, The Troop incorporates elements of classic tabletop gaming. Gameplay As previously mentioned, The Troop features a few different modes. Story Mode has 36 missions and a linked story. There are four campaign modes. The campaigns are a ...

25Oct

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Stray Souls – PC Review

Stray Souls is a new action-horror game that seems to take inspiration from Silent Hill. The game was developed at Jukai Studios and will be available on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation this year on October 25th. This game will have you fighting against monsters and solving puzzles as you uncover the truth. To Good To Be True We play our protagonist, a teenager named Daniel, who has not long moved into his new home. The house was left to him by his late Grandmother, who he didn't know existed. It leads to several disturbing truths which become revealed to the player, and that is, Daniel's sweet Nana might not have been all that sweet. Daniel then finds out he is also meant to become part of a dark ritual and eventually heads out with a new friend, Martha, to Aspen Falls to uncover more. ...

New PSX Aesthetic Horror Game: Crow Country

24Oct

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New PSX Aesthetic Horror Game: Crow Country

Developers at SBF Games behind Tangle Tower and Snipperclips – Cut it out, together! Bring a new and nostalgic survival horror with the aesthetic of PSX titles: Crow Country, coming to PlayStation and Steam. One Heck Of a Rollercoaster Taking place in 1990, Edward Crow, the reclusive owner of a small theme park in the rural outskirts of Atlantic Georgia, vanished two years ago and unexpectedly shut it down. A mysterious woman named Mara Forest takes matters into her own hands and ventures into the theme park Crow Country to uncover what happened. Crow Country Crow Country is a survival horror where, like traditional survival horrors such as Resident Evil, you hunt for ammo, clues, maps and items needed to solve tricky puzzles to get closer to the terrifying truth. Why did Edward Cr...

24Oct

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Days of Doom – PC Review

I'm checking out a new post-apocalyptic rogue-lite, turn-based RPG developed by SneakyBox. Though Days of Doom was on mobile to begin with. Thanks to Atari's help, the developers could launch their game to a larger audience. The game is available now on Steam, Playstation, and Xbox for £24.99 and £26.99 on Switch. Days of Doom, Weeks of Struggle. Days of Dooms is set in a post-apocalyptic world where every day might be your last. There is a legend of a safe haven known as Sanctuary for those brave enough to make the trip. The player will manage supplies and make decisions during their travel. Are you able to find Sanctuary? Gameplay The rogue-lite elements in Days of Dooms look similar to Slay The Spire. The player will have a map showing them various icons, and at the end is a bos...

20Oct

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Edifier Launches The NeoBuds Pro 2

From the award-winning manufacturer Edifier, of premium sound systems, personal audio devices, and bookshelf speakers, brings a new device: NeoBuds Pro 2. Let's look at what these handy Bluetooth earbuds bring to the table. Wireless & High Quality Available right now in Black and Ivory on Amazon for £129.99, the NeoBuds Pro 2 earbuds offer noise cancelling, Bluetooth connectivity, and fast charging, perfect for listening to audio without being inhibited by wires or low battery life. The sleek and modern design boasts a textured metal plate and a changeable LED strip light. NeoBuds Pro 2 Capabilities These in-ear wireless earbuds feature spacial audio with real-time head tracking, all made possible with its built-in gyrometer and accelerometer. The innovative h...

19Oct

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Trust GXT Riye & Ruya Gaming Chairs

Rolling onto the scene (and possibly into your gaming setup) with comfort and style, Trust brings two very affordable and stylish gaming chairs; the GXT 714 Ruya Gaming Chair and the GXT 703 Riye Gaming Chair. The Ruya boasts neck support for prolonged gaming sessions, while the Riye offers adjustability to suit a variety of heights and sizes. Setup & Posture Friendly Whether comfort or style is your goal, Trust gives you the option. The GXT 714 Ruya Gaming Chair is all about comfort, with adjustable, removable lumbar support and cushions and more for £199.99. For a chair slightly more budget-friendly and style-focused, the GXT 703 Riye Gaming Chair with an additional colour option at £129.99. Both are available for purchase right now on Very. GXT 714 Ruya Gaming Chair Trus...

Glorious Gaming’s New Model O 2 And Model D 2 Mice

19Oct

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Glorious Gaming’s New Model O 2 And Model D 2 Mice

For players who are looking to ramp up their gaming, Glorious Gaming has created two new gaming mice to make your experience better. These models are the Model O 2 PRO and Model D 2 PRO. They both boast remixed features to offer the player a better edge in FPS and MOBA games. New & Improved With the launch of the PRO Series, Glorious Gaming furthers its mission of providing elite-level performance with their Glorious Optical Switches. The PRO Series Optical Switches' response time is five times faster than traditional mechanical alternatives. Both models are rated for a 100 million click rate to give the player a more reliable and precise experience. What Sets Them Apart? The Model O 2 PRO improves upon the Model O’s design with a shape suitable for all grip styles, while t...

13Oct

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The Lamplighters League – PC Review

Ready up for a new turn-based adventure game published by Paradox Interactive and developed by the Harebrained Schemes team. The Lamplighter League will have players building up their teams and preparing them to fight back against evil. The game is out now on Steam for £41.99. The Deluxe Edition is also available and offers a new character known as Nocturne and both the Soundtrack and Digital Artbook. When the world is in darkness, The Lamplighters League jump into action! The Lamplighters League starts off with a mail courier being pursued and killed. We then jump to one of our unlikely heroes, Ingrid, a femme fatale hired by the mysterious Mr L. After Ingrid investigates the courier's body, she and The Gentlemen-Djin, known as Lateef, head off to save a nearby pilot. Their adventure ev...