Charlotte, Author at Thumb Culture

21May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Pro Gamers Group Head To COMPUTEX 2025

Pro Gamers Group is the parent company for some of your favourite gaming brands. And if you're lucky enough to be attending COMPUTEX 2025 in Taipei this week, you'll find them and their array of products there too. All About Those Booth Brands With over 10 brands in their wheelhouse Pro Gamers Group has a lot to offer show attendees. Just who are these brands I hear you ask? Or maybe you didn't, either way I'm about to list them: HAVN ThunderX3 AeroCool APNX Streamplify Ducky Nitro Concepts Endgame Gear Kolink noblechairs Regular readers of Thumb Culture will know we've reviewed a lot of products over the years, and a lot of them have been from these great brands. We've covered Ducky keyboards, of which the Project D Tinker 65 keyboard is still one of o...

LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine Revealed

21May

By CharlotteNo Comments

LEGO, News & Updates

LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine Revealed

The latest LEGO Ideas set has been revealed, and it's none other then the LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine set. With a classic retro-inspired vintage style this buildable vending machine is a conversation-starting display piece. The set was submitted by Belgium-based Fan Designer, Rob Vangansewinkel, as part of the LEGO Ideas programme. Talking about his design, Rob said, “As a kid, I had a real vending machine at home and loved it - so the idea of creating a working LEGO brick version that dispenses minifigures just clicked. I started with a digital version of the model and posted it on LEGO Ideas. But I wasn’t sure if the dispensing mechanism would really work, so I spent about two months testing and refining the design with actual LEGO bricks. I even took apart my old vending mach...

ZOTAC GAMING RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Twin Edge Hands On

16May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

ZOTAC GAMING RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Twin Edge Hands On

This was supposed to be a review of the ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Twin Edge. I had every intention of reviewing this graphics card, ZOTAC are one of the greats of the pc component industry afterall. I was ecstatic to get my hands on it. My PC as it turns out was not quite so enthusiastic and I have no idea why. On paper everything is up to spec and compatible with the ZOTAC 5060 Ti and yet once I updated my Drivers the lights went out. Not one to let uncooperative hardware beat me, I'm making the best of the situation. So no, this is not a review, but rather a hands on experience article. Well, I couldn't let my nice pictures go to waste could I? The Card You Really Want For Your Birthday The ZOTAC 5060 Ti is new to the hardware market, yet another reason I was excited to ...

LEGO Technic Asphalt Legends Unite Collab Coming Soon

15May

By CharlotteNo Comments

LEGO, News & Updates

LEGO Technic Asphalt Legends Unite Collab Coming Soon

We all love a LEGO gaming collab. And the news that the LEGO Group and Gameloft are teaming up again is great news. Both for gamers and car fans alike! That's right LEGO Technic Asphalt Legends Unite is happening. Well, of sorts. LEGO will be releasing three new supercars and each set will come with an exclusive redeemable code. These codes will enable fans to unlock that very car in Asphalt Legends Unite and experience its thrill virtually. Alexandra Dragomir, Marketing Manager for LEGO Techinc says, “LEGO Technic and Gameloft are bringing the high-performance world of Asphalt Legends Unite into reality with supercars built to be both raced in-game and proudly displayed on your shelf. These models go beyond looks — they embody Technic’s signature authenticity and functionality, with true...

14May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

So Chill Infinity Mini Fridge Review

We get sent some pretty cool things to review here at Thumb Culture. This is the first of it's kind though. Today I'll be reviewing the So Chill Infinity Mini Fridge. Available from all good retailers for £45. Is this the missing element from your gaming set up? Let's find out. Fridgin' Cool I'll be honest when I think gaming set-ups a mini fridge is not the first thing I think of. Although, I do remember the buzz when Xbox announced it's Series X Drinks Cooler. So I shouldn't have been that surprised when this landed on my desk! To be honest the more I think about it, the more it makes sense. Afterall I can't be the only one who has to time getting a drink top up or snack strategically between a win at Fortnite or when reaching a good safe bench in Hollow Knight. Design Upon openi...

HYTE X Atlus Metaphor: ReFantazio Collection Unveiled

12May

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

HYTE X Atlus Metaphor: ReFantazio Collection Unveiled

HYTE have unveiled their latest collection with ATLUS. With a themed computer case keycaps, desk pads, and more, Metaphor: ReFantazio fans this one is for you! Meta-Phwaor: ReFantastico When you're on the lookout for merch from your favourite game, be it hardware or collectibles, you want to know the artwork is the best it can be. And let me tell you, with this HYTE Metaphor: ReFantazio collection it absolutely is. Having worked closely with the development team everything within this drop is not only a high-quality product but is authentic to the game. From the HYTE Metaphor: ReFantazio Y70 case displaying game character artwork on its front glass panels. To the in-game elements across the Y70's metal panelling and the deep mahogany colourway, there is no doubt this is a case made ...

LEGO Beauty and The Beast Castle Full Build Review

8May

By Charlotte4 Comments

Features, LEGO

LEGO Beauty and The Beast Castle Full Build Review

Once upon a time in a land far away, I wrote a preview of the newly released LEGO Beauty and The Beast Castle set. The time has come for me to share the full build with you all. Let's not wait for the last petal to fall, let's get into this review. Tale As Old As Time This is not a small set, but being a Disney castle would you expect anything less? The 2916 bricks are divided across 21 bags. Whilst the instructions span 2 thick booklets. For those interested in scale, or indeed shelf space requirements, this is smaller then the now retired LEGO Disney Castle 71040 set. In fact you'll spot a nice side by side just below! However, this is still a beast of a build. Fully built the LEGO Beauty and The Beast Castle is 53cm in height, 33cm wide and has a depth of 15cm. So plan shelf spac...

2May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Minecraft Cable Guys Review

It was not so long ago we were sharing the news of the EXG Pro officially licensed Minecraft Cable Guys and Cable Guys Holdems! Now I'm back, as promised, with a little review of two of the available products! And what an iconic duo I got sent too. Does it get anymore Minecraft then Creepers and Piglins? First we mine, then we craft. Whilst each design is unmistakably Minecraft themed, there is more to these collectibles then just looking good. Designed to securely cradle controllers, smartphones, earbuds etc. they’re ideal for keeping your tech organised. Let's take a closer look at the two we were sent. Minecraft Creeper REST I've had my fair share of Cable Guy REST stands. From Pac-Man to Jack Skellington there's a Cable Guy for every fandom! This Creeper is the perfect addition to ...

New LEGO Fortnite Sets: Chapter Two Begins

24Apr

By CharlotteNo Comments

LEGO, News & Updates

New LEGO Fortnite Sets: Chapter Two Begins

Lego and Fortnite. Two of my favourite things. Which is why I love everything about the LEGO Fortnite collab from the game to the sets released last October. I've been keeping my hopes up that we'll have some new additions to this line soon. And I finally have the good news to share with you all. We're getting not 1 but 4 new sets! “Whether it be physical building or the diverse digital experiences on offer, LEGO Fortnite has something for everyone”, said Remi Marcelli, Senior Vice President, GAME at the LEGO Group. “These latest sets allow us to continue offering amazing LEGO Fortnite play experiences that surprise and delight builders around the world.” So what are these new sets for what I am now calling LEGO Fortnite Chapter 2? Let's take a look! LEGO Fortnite Peely & Sparkplu...

Casebook 1889 – The Leipzig Murders Announced

24Apr

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Casebook 1889 – The Leipzig Murders Announced

Homo Narrans Studio have announced their upcoming detective adventure Casebook 1889 - The Leipzig Murders. This retro-inspired point-and-click is launching on PC in 2025 with full date to be announced. Follow The Clues Casebook 1899 - The Leipzig Murders promises to immerse players in a rarely explored chapter of European history. Set in Leipzig, Germany at the dawn of the 20th century, this solo-developed game invites players to step into the role of Detective Joseph Kreiser as he investigates a string of mysterious murders across the city. Explore hand-pixelated scenes inspired by meticulous historical research. Examine clues, interrogate witnesses, and solve environmental puzzles as you navigate a city gripped by change and shadowed by crime. Your notebook and deduction board are e...