Charlotte, Author at Thumb Culture

HYTE x hololive Hoshimachi Suisei Collaboration Unveiled

24Mar

By Charlotte1 Comment

News & Updates

HYTE x hololive Hoshimachi Suisei Collaboration Unveiled

In February we shared the news that HYTE had announced a hololive collaboration with the hololive 4th Generation Keycap Set. Now we're back with news of a fresh addition to the collaboration line. This time featuring one of hololive’s most popular VTuber talents, Hoshimachi Suisei! With over two million YouTube subscribers, this collaboration is sure to be popular with fans. So what does the collection have in store? Fans can get their hands on a limited edition PC case, keycap set and desk pad! Let's check them out. HYTE Y70 Hoshimachi Suisei Limited Edition Click the images for a closer look. The HYTE’s Y70 is known for being a modern aesthetic case. Featuring a premium navy colourway and a three-tone matching trim, this all-new collaboration case steps that up a notch. The g...

Thrustmaster Sol-R Space Sim Range Revealed

19Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Thrustmaster Sol-R Space Sim Range Revealed

Thrustmaster is making its official debut in space simulation with their new Sol-R 1 Flightstick and Sol-R 2 HOSAS Space Sim Duo. Over the decades Thrustmaster has established itself as the leading manufacturer of accessories for civil and military flight simulation. Today, Thrustmaster is strengthening its presence in the SpaceSimmers segment with Sol-R. A range of joysticks specially designed to meet the needs of interstellar spacecraft pilots. Going where no Thrustmaster (flightstick) has been before If you're a fan of all things space the Sol-R 1 Flightstick is the joystick for you! With 44 assignable actions on the ambidextrous grip and its base, the Sol-R 1 Flightstick allows for more efficient and intuitive management of your spacecraft. Sol-R 2 HOSAS Space Sim Duo is a pack of ...

18Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

LEGO, News & Updates

LEGO Pokémon Partnership Announced

Well, I didn't have this on my LEGO bingo card for this year, and yet it's something I have dared to dream about. Today, the LEGO Group and The Pokémon Company International announced a new multi-year partnership. That's right LEGO Pokémon is no longer just a dream, it's a reality. Or least it will be in 2026! I Wanna Build The Very Best Since the debut of the Pokémon franchise, many of us have dreamed of becoming Pokémon Trainers. LEGO fans have been asking for years to extend this dream brick by brick. And now here we are! We don't know much about what the collection will bring. Aside from it launches in 2026 and that the sets will allow fans to build beloved Pokémon in LEGO brick form. But the fact it is a multi-year partnership can only mean good things! Don't take my word about i...

MAR10 Day Reveal: LEGO Mario Kart – Mario & Standard Kart

10Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

LEGO, News & Updates

MAR10 Day Reveal: LEGO Mario Kart – Mario & Standard Kart

Teased all the way back on MAR10 Day 2024, we finally have full confirmation of a brand new LEGO Mario Kart set. This truly is the best of MAR10 Days! That's right the full 18+ LEGO Mario & Standard Kart has been unveiled. And yes. It's amazing. No Shell Zone If you've got your hands on the recent Mario Kart sets and wanted more, then this will scratch that itch. There isn't much to say about set 72037, it honestly speaks for itself. This LEGO Mario & Standard Kart is one for Mario lovers and LEGO collectors alike. The set features a buildable Standard Kart as well as a buildable Mario figure to sit within it. This Mario also has a moveable head and arms meaning you can pose him however you choose behind the wheel of the his iconic vehicle. The posing fun doesn't stop there thoug...

LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi Review

10Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

Features, LEGO

LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi Review

We first shared the news of the LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi (set number 71438) back in July last year however it only released last October. And yes, it has taken me a while to get through my backlog to be able to bring you this review. That's not even due to the fact that the LEGO Art LOVE (set number 31214) skipped right to the front. Mario time! Before I get into the nitty gritty of this build, let's quickly go over the product specs/details. The LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi is an 18+ set, not necessarily because of the build techniques but due io it not being a playset. This is definitely a collection piece. Although the £115 price tag may also be giveaway for this! Released in October the set is available on the LEGO website now and is even eligible for a ...

Super Mario PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller Review

10Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Super Mario PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller Review

Pokémon Day was only a few short weeks ago and you may remember to celebrate it I reviewed the PowerA Charizard Storm Enhanced Wired Controller. Well, now it's MAR10 Day and you guessed it, I have another PowerA controller to showcase! This time it's the turn of the Super Mario PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller. More specifically the Mushroom Kingdom Pop Art edition! Here we go! What's your favourite Super Mario game to play? And did you know not at all scientifically playing a Super Mario game with a Super Mario controller improves your skills by eleventy-six points? It's true. My uncle at Nintendo told me. He lives in Canada, you don't know him. Design When this controller landed at TCHQ I was struck by the art work in the controller. The product pictures for the PowerA Enhance...

PowerA PAC-MAN Gaming Accessories Announced

4Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

PowerA PAC-MAN Gaming Accessories Announced

PAC-MAN is without a doubt, one of the most iconic and enduring gaming franchises of all time. Which is why it's so exciting to reveal that PowerA has announced a partnership with Bandai Namco to celebrate the 45th anniversary of PAC-MAN! What does this mean? PowerA PAC-MAN special-edition gaming accessories of course! Ghosts of Gaming Past Details are extremely limited at the moment with only three pictures being released so far. So let's take a look at them first And that's all we've been teased with. Well, we do also know that the whole collab will feature fun iconic designs such as above and include accessories for both the Nintendo Switch and Xbox platforms. That and you can sign up for inbox updates on the PowerA website. Waka Waka “PAC-MAN has been a cornerstone of gaming...

Pokémon PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller Review

27Feb

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Pokémon PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller Review

Being a gamer means any themed gaming accessory is an automatic buy. Especially when it comes to Pokémon! And Pokémon Day gives us the perfect excuse to do just that, not that we need one! We recently reviewed the Fortnite version of the PowerA OPS V1 controller and now it's the turn of the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller. Not just any the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller either, but the Charizard Firestorm edition! I choose you! There is no doubt, with these aesthetics PowerA power up this year's Pokémon Day. And with the Pokémon Presents Live Stream going live later, who knows we may just get that much anticipated news about Pokémon Legends: Z-A. And what better way to play a new Pokémon game than with a new Pokémon controller? Without further ado, lets check it out. Design The...

20Feb

By CharlotteNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Tiny Garden – PC Demo Preview

Tiny Garden is an upcoming cosy game from developer Ao Norte and publisher Super Rare Originals. It also has a free demo in this month's Steam Next Fest. Thanks to the team over at Super Rare, we got access to that very demo a week early! Polly Pocket : Landscaper Edition Gameplay So what exactly do you do in Tiny Garden? Look after and grow your own plants in a small plot of land within a magical toy, obviously. The gameplay is actually that simplistic. Essentially the gameplay loop can be broken down into four simple steps: Grab a seed and bury it in the soil Turn the crank Collect plants Trade plants for other seed types or home accessories Of course you have to add in things such as customising your home area, changing your colourways of both your toy and th...

14Feb

By CharlotteNo Comments

Features, LEGO

LEGO Art LOVE Set Review

The LOVE sculpture by Robert Indiana is recognised around the world as an iconic symbol of the pop-art era. Today is the international day of love aka St Valentine's Day. And what better LEGO set to be sharing with you all today, then the LEGO Art LOVE (set number 31214). The set is available now from the LEGO website and will set you back £69.99. L is for the way you look at me Did you know this iconic art piece is actually celebrating it's 55th anniversary this year? That's a lot of love. And Mani Zamani, LEGO art Designer agrees saying “As a design professional and enthusiast, I have long admired Robert Indiana’s work. His artistic language has become synonymous with pop-art and LOVE in its many mediums represents this like no other.” It has been a personal honour to help bring this ...