Kyle McGrath, Author at Thumb Culture

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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News & Updates

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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PC Reviews

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...

13Oct

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PC Reviews

Thief Simulator 2 – PC Review

Fans who enjoyed the original 2018 game can now get their hands on Thief Simulator 2, developed by CookieDev and Ultimate Games S.A. and published by PlayWay S.A. Thief Simulator 2 is an open-world simulation game and available right now on Steam for £16.75 or bundled together with the first game for £33.50. What a Steal! Thief Simulator 2 will have the player planning robberies and heists, tracking a target's movements and learning new skills to burgle efficiently. Featuring three difficulties (easy, normal and hard), Thief Simulator 2 allows the player to choose Story Mode or Free Mode. Beginning Story Mode, the player receives a phone call warning them that 'They are coming for you'. You must evade assassins and get back to your hideout. Here, the game begins, and you start to learn t...

13Oct

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PC Reviews

Limerick: Cadence Mansion – PC Review

Limerick: Cadence Mansion is a first-person horror puzzle game. Collect Relics, solve intricate puzzles, fight off monsters, and evade the grasp of the name-sake deadly marionette named Limerick. Developed by Jenito Studious LLC, a solo developer named Daniel Hall, Limerick: Cadence Mansion is out and available on Steam for £24.99. Not Quite a Jigsaw, But Definitely a Puzzle You awaken in a cell with no memory, name, or idea why you're here. A chipper-sounding floating robot outside, named P-Bo, is somewhat taunting you and warning you about his bad-tempered master, who you later acquaint as Limerick. Once you're released, you're left to explore your surroundings to find means of escape and hopefully some answers. Gameplay Before you begin Limerick: Cadence Mansion, there are three...

Conrad Stevenson’s Paranormal P.I. – PC Review

5Oct

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Conrad Stevenson’s Paranormal P.I. – PC Review

Did you hear that? A new paranormal investigation game is now out on Steam. If you haven't, why not check out Conrad Stevenson's Paranormal P.I., developed by D&A Studios? Take on jobs to check out haunted homes and find out what lurks in the dark. Anyone who loves the supernatural can pick it up for £12.79. This house is clean. With October drawing near and Halloween slowly approaching, why not start early with a horror game review? The screenshots on Conrad Stevenson's Paranormal P.I. gave me the impression of Phasmaphobia and Demonologist. Except instead of being scared with friends, it's just you. I can't wait to see what the game has in store since, right now, it's in early access. Gameplay We play Conrad, a guy who starts a paranormal investigation firm. In which he hopes...

5Oct

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PC Reviews

Sunkenland – PC Review

Sunkenland is an open-world survival crafting game with base building, in a similar vein to the likes of The Forest and Raft, but with underwater exploration. Developed and published by Vector3 Studios, this is their first-ever title. Sunkenland is out now for early access on Steam for £16.50. The Sea Is Key To Survival Sunkenland starts the player with a near-naked character on deserted land, left with only the memory of being tortured and nothing more. Sunken cities are your only hope for survival, as they're rich in resources and essential to progress. Build bases, explore and survive on and off the land. Gameplay Survival is the key, of course, and there are a few things you need to manage to do so. The player has four meters: Hunger, Thirst, Health, and Energy. Stave off Hunge...

20Sep

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Pool Cleaning Simulator – PC Review

We check out the latest Simulator on the market. Developed by Rubens Games and FreeMind S.A. comes Pool Cleaning Simulator. Clean pools, take out the trash and watch for crocodiles? Fans like myself can pick up the game now on Steam for £9.99. If you want to test the waters first, a demo is available to download. It's just a summer job. I always love checking out new Simulators, and Pool Cleaning isn't any different. I enjoy seeing what tools and upgrades are available to help with the job and finding some gags. The screenshots show that we get to clean a nice variety of locations. Let me know in the comments below any Simulators you recommend and if you liked this review. Gameplay In Pool Cleaning Simulator, you get tasked with. Well, cleaning pools! Before the player dives into ...

15Sep

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No Sun To Worship – PC Review

No Sun To Worship is an action-adventure stealth game where you use your environment to your advantage to eliminate targets while avoiding varying obstacles along the way. Developed by Antonio Freyre and published by Merlino Games, a mostly-solo Mexican developer, their other titles include Chameleon, It Comes In Waves, and Luckily My Arm Is a Shotgun. No Sun To Worship hits Steam on September 15th of this year. Patience is key Gameplay At the start of No Sun To Worship, a small clip that looks from 1942 of a man going on about how humanity has turned on itself. Once the cutscene has finished, the game begins immediately. There isn't any explanation of who you are or why you're here. You play an Assassin whose main objective seems to be hunting down targets and taking them out. These ...