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16Jun

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Zombie Cure Lab – PS5 Review

I've played a tonne of zombie video games over the years, from open-world titles to playing as a zombie itself! However, I don't think I've ever come across anything like Zombie Cure Lab. A base building colony sim game that allows you to recruit zombies? Sounds interesting! Developed by Thera Bytes and published by Aerosoft, Zombie Cure Lab was originally released on Steam in Early Access in December 2022. Now, over two and a half years later, we have the full release on consoles, with this review focusing on the PlayStation 5 version. But, how well does it translate to consoles? Playing an UNO Reverse Card on the Zombie Virus When the world is overrun by zombies, all hope seems lost. Thankfully, it isn't all doom and gloom, as those smarty-pants scientists have concocted a cure that...

9Jun

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PlayStation Reviews

Nice Day for Fishing – PS5 Review

Viva La Dirt League is a YouTube comedy skit channel that I was admittedly unfamiliar with prior to this review. But, with over 7 million subscribers and more than a decade making videos, they're clearly a popular group. Now, with the help of developer FusionPlay and publisher Team17, they're making their very first videogame based on their Epic NPC Man series: Nice Day for Fishing! Despite not knowing the YouTubers beforehand, I've always enjoyed a good fishing mini-game in many titles. So, what could be better than a full game based around it? If you're a fan of VLDL then we'd love to know your thoughts on the game in the comments below. Or better yet, send me some video recommendations! Mornin'! Nice Day for Fishing, ain't it? Welcome to the world of Azerim! This world is full of m...

22May

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PlayStation Reviews

Oppidum – PS5 Review

Open-world survival crafting games are relatively commonplace in today's gaming market. That said, I'm always excited to try any new ones, especially when they look as intriguing as Oppidum! Created by developer EP Games, Oppidum is a story-driven adventure for one to four players, with a charming art style and simple yet rewarding combat and crafting mechanics. Recently released for PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X|S, and PC, a Switch version of the game is coming soon. I'll be playing the PlayStation 5 version for this review. Could this be my next gaming obsession? Or will it be just one of many underwhelming titles in the genre? Let's have a look! Cats and Crafting and Co-op, oh my! Oppidum opens with a relatively robust character creator, with more than enough optio...

21May

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PlayStation Reviews

City Bus Manager – PS5 Review

Originally released on Steam in 2024, City Bus Manager has finally made its way to console! Available for PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, how will this version fare against its PC counterpart? Developed by PeDePe GbR — a team that has a history with bus simulator titles — City Bus Manager has been very well received on Steam, with a Very Positive review rating. Today, I'll be trying out the PlayStation 5 version, and as always with these sorts of games, I have a number of questions. First and foremost being: how well does the keyboard and mouse control scheme translate to a controller? No Late Buses On My Watch! Whilst maybe not the most exciting game on paper, I was still very much looking forward to playing City Bus Manager. Management sims can be a lot of fun! If you'...

13May

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PlayStation Reviews

The Precinct – PS5 Review

The majority of videogames are all about death and destruction, and it's not often you play as a character on the right side of the law. That's why I was so intrigued when developer Fallen Tree Games announced The Precinct. Taking on the role of rookie cop, Nick Cordell Jr., players will attempt to bring peace to the mean streets of Averno. After being officially unveiled last year, The Precinct is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. And I'll be taking a look at the PlayStation 5 version today. Just like the developer's previous title, American Fugitive, there's clear inspiration taken from the early Grand Theft Auto games. But, does upholding the law and bringing criminals to justice make for a fun time? Welcome To The Precinct, Rookie. Fresh out of the academy a...

9May

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PlayStation Reviews

Spellcaster University – PS5 Review

The original Steam release of Spellcaster University was developed and published by Sneaky Yak Studio back in 2021. If you want to learn more about the PC release, why not check out our original review? But for now, four years later, we have developer Red Art Games to thank for this new console version. This latest edition is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. For this review I got my hands on the PlayStation 5 version. I Wish My Time at University Was This Magical Everybody has imagined having magical powers at some point in their lives, right? Whether it's daydreaming about receiving a Hogwarts letter whilst you should be paying attention in school, or wishing that you could just disappear after a particularly awkward interaction,...

23Apr

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PlayStation Reviews

Forever Skies – PS5 Review

Originally released in Early Access back in 2023, and after a good amount of updates, version 1.0 of Forever Skies is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Coming to us from developer Far From Home, this base-building survivor title impressed us back when we previewed it in August 2023. But does the full release leave a positive impression? The Apocalypse Has Never Been So Peaceful As a fan of this genre, I was rather excited to finally get my hands on it after playing the demo. Have you already played Forever Skies on Steam, or have you been eagerly anticipating it as much as me? I'd love to hear your thoughts on the game in the comments below! But for now, let's get into the review and see what this game's all about, shall we? Gameplay Upon booting up...

HITMAN World of Assassination Showcases PS VR2 Gameplay

19Mar

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HITMAN World of Assassination Showcases PS VR2 Gameplay

A brand-new trailer has released to showcase the upcoming release of HITMAN World of Assassination for PS VR2. Originally set for release in December 2024, the new release date of 27th March 2025 is right around the corner. Featuring a slew of VR enhancements, this is shaping up to be the most immersive HITMAN experience ever! Become Agent 47 as You Sneak Around the World... in PS VR2! IO Interactive, developer of the legendary HITMAN franchise, have unveiled a new trailer for HITMAN World of Assassination on PS VR2 during the recent VR Games Showcase. The short but sweet trailer gives players a look at the immersive action through the eyes of the world's greatest assassin, where you can expect to see lots of guns, explosions, and, of course, banana peels! Bundling together each of the ...