Charlotte, Author at Thumb Culture

16Jul

By CharlotteNo Comments

Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT Headset Review

Straight off the back of my review of the Razer BlackShark V2 X Quartz headset, I'm back with another cute headset offering from Razer. Now for about as long as I've wanted a good quality pink headset, I have equally longed for a Razer Kitty headset. And I was very excited to have a set of the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BTs land in my lap for review. I'm Not Kitten Around I never feel as penny-pinching as I do when looking at the price points of headsets. I very much believe in the ethos that you should invest in good audio wear, afterall we all use them so much of the time so they need to be decent! However, when it comes to putting my money where my mouth is, or ears, I know that budgets don't always allow for this. Mine certainly doesn't! Retailing for £100 on on the Razer website this hea...

Razer BlackShark V2 X Quartz Headset Review

14Jul

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Razer BlackShark V2 X Quartz Headset Review

We're big fans of Razer here at Thumb Culture. And I guess they like us too as we got sent the Razer BlackShark V2 X to review. Now regular readers will know that we covered the BlackShark V2 Pro back in August last year. Which may lead to questions on why we are reviewing this one? I have one word in answer. Pink. Ok, so it's not just that it's pink, it's also the newer BlackShark model, but mostly I'm here because it's pink! Pretty In Quartz Unlike it's V2 Pro sister, the BlackShark V2 X headset does not have a big price tag. In fact they're available on the Razer website for £60. And don't worry, it's not just available in this pretty pastel colour! You've got black, white and of course that iconic Razer green to choose from! Design Features I need to just put it out there that...

Pre-Orders Open For HYTE Gundam Wing Collection

12Jul

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News & Updates

Pre-Orders Open For HYTE Gundam Wing Collection

If you're a Gundam fan then the fact that this year marks the 30th Anniversary of Gundam Wing, will not have escaped you. And if you're looking to add some more mechs to your set up, the HYTE Gundam Wing Collection is open now for pre-orders. And yes, you're going to want it. King Perez, Marketing Executive Producer of iBUYPOWER / HYTE, themselves seem excited by the HYTE x Bandai Namco collaboration too: "A lot of us at HYTE closely follow the gaming and anime scene, and one of the companies we admired was Bandai Namco Entertainment, as they are responsible for many popular games and series we enjoy. It was very humbling to be chosen as an official licensee for Mobile Suit Gundam Wing. We poured a lot of love, detail and attention to the case's design, and we are excited to bring another...

Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review

4Jul

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Hardware & Tech

Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review

Back in May we got our hands on two of the new Minecraft REST and Holdem from Exg Pro. Now we're back with two of the Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem products. Not just any Squid Game characters though, the iconic Young-Hee and of course a Circle Guard. A Player Is Not Allowed To Stop Playing. If you've ever looked at your tech and thought "Hmm, no, it needs more dystopian survival thriller vibes" then these could be the functional collectibles for you! Let's take a look at just what you get with each Holdem. Red Light I'm going to start this review with the packaging. Well, it is the first thing you get hands on with! As the Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem products are all officially licensed of course the box art looks amazing. It's on brand and easily recognisable which is g...

McDonald’s Squishmallow Avery Happy Meal Toy Review

2Jul

By CharlotteNo Comments

Features

McDonald’s Squishmallow Avery Happy Meal Toy Review

Regular readers of Thumb Culture will know about the TC Mini Crew, our affectionate name for the kids of the editorial team here! Middle of the TC Crew has been asking to write a review for a while, and the release of new Happy Meal McDonald's Squishmallow toys seemed the perfect opportunity. And so without further ado, enjoy this review written and product photos by Middle of the TC Mini Crew. Bring On The Squishes McDonald's have got new Happy Meal Toys finally, and they are Squishmallows, which I love. There are fifteen to collect and all of them are 3 inches big. You can read more about them on this website. So why not pop down to your local McDonald's and order a happy meal to earn yourself one of these soft, cosy snuggle buddies!!! Open Up Once you open the cute happy meal bo...

GravaStar Unveils Mercury V75 Pro Keyboard

26Jun

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Hardware & Tech, News & Updates

GravaStar Unveils Mercury V75 Pro Keyboard

From the launch of their Mars Bluetooth speaker, GravaStar are a brand known for their sci-fi aesthetics and almost art piece levels of tech. This continues with their latest product launching today, the Mercury V75 Pro. This promises to be a flagship gaming keyboard designed for gamers and esports professionals. And with GravaStar’s reputation for advanced engineering and distinctive designs, I don't doubt it. Painting A Better Keyboard The Mercury V75 Pro isn’t just another mechanical keyboard, it’s a statement piece for your battlestation. The standout Neon Graffiti edition rocks a hand-painted, street-art-inspired finish, meaning no two boards are exactly alike. Each one even comes with its own exclusive player ID code. Add in triple-sided RGB lighting, glowing footlights, and custom...

19Jun

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News & Updates

LEGO Fortnite Expeditions Has Landed

Wake up babe, the new LEGO Fortnite game just dropped: LEGO Fortnite Expeditions. Unlike the other games this is a new PvE experience within the brick game world. Join up to three other players to dive into challenging missions. All in a bid to stop the evil Mask Maker Daigo from destroying the world! What's The Story LEGO Fortnite Expeditions takes place in the newly founded Supernova Academy. This is where you'll train, team up and unlock your full potential. You'll need to go full superhero to stop Mask Maker Daigo and his evil forces from causing world ending chaos! The Supernova Academy will act as your base of operations and is where you'll find other aspiring heroes playing across the globe. Explore the academy and interact with NPC's such as academy founder Vengeance Jones...

18Jun

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Hardware & Tech

PuK TheGrips Spotlight

If you're a regular reader of Thumb Culture, in particular our hardware reviews, you'll most likely have seen our recent review of the PuK PathFinder Bundle. This time I'm back with a look at the PuK TheGrips. These are essentially an add on accessory that turns your phone into a full blown controller for the semi low price of £23 on the PuK website. And Now A Word From Our Sponsor Dylan Burgess, Co-Founder and COO of PuK Gaming commented, “Touchscreen controls provide brilliant low latency input, UI customization and impressive accuracy when using the dexterity and fine motor controls of your thumb. Touch can be incredibly effective when used with certain software, however, fatigue often creeps in during sustained gaming sessions, and the lack of physical feedback when playing in touch ...

11Jun

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News & Updates

Escape Simulator 2 Revealed

Following the success of the first game, Pine Studio has shared that Escape Simulator 2 is in development! Even better it will be launching this October on Steam. This highly anticipated sequel can be played with up to 8 players. Can't wait until October? Well, I have good news. There is a demo available right now thanks to the Steam Next Fest, where you can puzzle our way through the grounds of Dracula’s castle. The Key To A Good Game Escape Simulator 2 promises to build on the breakout success of the original game. In this sequel, players can enjoy even more detailed environments and deeper interactivity with their surroundings. But that's not all there is also a brand-new feature called the ‘Room Editor 2.0’. Let's take a look at the trailer together. https://www.youtube.com/watch...

7Jun

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News & Updates

LEGO Party Multiplayer Game Revealed

The LEGO Group have revealed another new upcoming game this Summer Game Fest. Alongside LEGO Voyagers, we got news of LEGO Party. Developed by SMG Studios and published by Fictions, this multiplayer party game will release later this year. It will be available across consoles and PC. “We are thrilled to be working with the LEGO Group on this playful and vibrant party game that encourages connection, creativity and of course, competition,” said Fictions executive producer Evan Icenbice “LEGO is known for bringing people of all ages together to play and that is certainly the case for LEGO Party!” Ain't No Party Like A Brick Party So just what is LEGO Party? Think of the chaos of Mario Party but with LEGO, and you've pretty much got it. The game promises fun across 60 minigames inspired by...