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Survival Adventure Aquamarine to Launch on January 20th

14Jan

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Survival Adventure Aquamarine to Launch on January 20th

Survival Adventure Aquamarine to Launch on January 20th. Moebial Studios have announced the release date for their upcoming peaceful adventure game Aquamarine. An Ocean Of Possibilities Aquamarine offers you an all-new type of survival game that relies on perception and discovery set in an alien ocean. You get to explore a world overrun by nature and have to fight to survive while trying to find a way home in a unique alien world. Aquamarine brings serenity to the survival adventure genre by using turn-based exploration mechanics and adds in unique features inspired by psychedelic sci-fi of the 70s and 80s. Aquamarine combines the mystery of classic adventures and open-end survival mechanics with elements of exploration, puzzle-solving, and strategy. Just some of the key featur...

Action Arcade Wrestling Hits Nintendo Switch In February

13Jan

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Action Arcade Wrestling Hits Nintendo Switch In February

Action Arcade Wrestling Hits Nintendo Switch In February. Get ready to do some big elbows and flying leg drops as Action Arcade Wrestling makes its way to the Nintendo Switch in February. That's The Bottom Line Bring your powerbombs, fireballs, and steel chairs to the wrestling ring. VICO Game Studio, in partnership with Reverb Triple XP, has announced today that Action Arcade Wrestling will launch on Nintendo Switch this February. In a few short weeks, ‘90s arcade wrestling fans everywhere will be able to pass around a Joy-Con and land the ultimate finisher at home and on the go. Let's Get Ready To Rumble Choose from over 30 mighty characters and brawl across over 25 playable game modes, including 5-on-5 tag team, Elimination matches, Battle Royale, and more. Perform moonsaults, g...

ELEX II: New Combat Trailer and Digital Pre-Order Starts Today

11Jan

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ELEX II: New Combat Trailer and Digital Pre-Order Starts Today

ELEX II: New Combat Trailer and Digital Pre-Order Starts Today. Piranha Bytes and THQ Nordic have released a new combat trailer to get you in the mood for the game's release. Now This Looks Fun The Invasion has begun! An enemy force has landed on Magalan, bringing death and destruction to the planet and all its inhabitants. There’s only one way to stop them: fight them with everything you’ve got. Let fire rain on them, shoot them with guns, bows, rockets, or laser weapons. Hack them, slash them, and smite them with your sword, axe, or chainsaw, or whatever weapon suits you best. Choose Your Style ELEX II lets you choose how to fight using melee, magic, or ranged combat - or a combination of all three. You can learn every skill, and you can master every weapon - it's all up to you. ...

11Jan

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Mars Horizon Update Now Live

Mars Horizon Update Now Live. The new update for Mars Horizon is now live on PC and consoles. Get ready for some daring expeditions. One Giant Leap For Mars In the new update, you will be able to undertake new risks which can reap you some big rewards. Expect to see some dangerous new missions. Plus there are also some new flags and plenty of Spacepedia updates. This free update is available on PC, Playstation, Xbox, and Switch. Some of these latest updates include New Mission - Research the Rosetta mission just like the ESA did to make out of this world discoveries. - Space Tourist Mission - Choose this high-risk mission to send a billionaire or an educator into space. Will you wreck your reputation or reap the rewards? Zhurong to Chinese Space Agency - For those play...

Electrician Simulator – Prologue Is Out Now

10Jan

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Electrician Simulator – Prologue Is Out Now

Electrician Simulator - Prologue Is Out Now. The launch of Electrician Simulator is getting shockingly close as the Prologue is available now. Ready For A Shockingly Good Time Electrician Simulator lets you live out your dream of being an electrician without the risk of getting shocked. The full game is due to be released on PC in early 2022. But the prologue First Shock was released on the 6th of January. The game will also be released on Playstation 4/5, Xbox One, Series S/X, and Nintendo Switch later in the year. A young apprentice in the art of electrical repairs and installations is now ready to embark on his own adventures as an aspiring professional. Start off with small jobs and progress to very large and complicated installations. Repair and rebuild appliances, upgrade t...

Awakened Hero, Talene – The Resurging Flame joins AFK’s roster

5Jan

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Awakened Hero, Talene – The Resurging Flame joins AFK’s roster

Awakened Hero, Talene - The Resurging Flame joins AFK's roster. Lilith Games is introducing its newest character to the hit mobile game AFK Arena. This Roster Just Keeps Getting Better The new character added to the roster is Talene. The Resurging Flame. She is the awakened version of Telene - The Rising Pheonix. She brings a stack of new abilities in her powerful reincarnation. She can be summoned from the new Temple of Time area in the Noble Tavern right now. Music To Our Ears Not only is Telene, The Resurging Flame being added but she also comes with her own theme tune. With an exclusive track by artist Daisy Gray. The video for Soar tells the story of Talene’s path of vengeance and rebirth. This story further expands AFK Arena’s thrilling world of Esperia and the many stories ...

Biker Garage Launches Today On Nintendo Switch

5Jan

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Biker Garage Launches Today On Nintendo Switch

Biker Garage Launches Today On Nintendo Switch. Get your motor hog fixed up and ready for the open road as the new mechanic simulator releases today on the Nintendo Switch. Is It Another Addictive Simulator? BeardedBrothers Games and Pineapple Works have given some insight into their new simulator game. It's your job to buy used motorcycles, repair them, and sell them for a profit. You start your adventure in a small home workshop which you will need to grow to become the best motorcycle mechanic in the world. Test your bikes on a track, check the quality of your repairs and improve bike performance with fine-tuning. Not only do you customize motorcycles at the request of customers, but you can also create your own dream machine. Find a bike at the junkyard or buy it ...

Hot Wheels Unleashed Sold 1 Million Copies

22Dec

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Hot Wheels Unleashed Sold 1 Million Copies

Hot Wheels Unleashed Sold 1 Million Copies. Mattel and developers Milestone has announced that Hot Wheels Unleased has sold over 1 million copies worldwide. Start Your Engines People The action-packed arcade-style racing experience, sold one million copies worldwide across both physical and digital since its launch on September 30, 2021, making it Milestone’s fastest-selling title ever. “Ever since we announced Hot Wheels Unleashed back in February, we’ve received thousands of love messages from fans. This milestone is the umpteenth display of affection of our passionate community,” said Luisa Bixio, CEO, Milestone. “Hot Wheels is all about encouraging the challenger spirit and Hot Wheels Unleashed brings that mission to life for gamers of all ages. We’re proud of this exciting...

20Dec

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JWE2: Early Cretaceous Pack DLC Review

Developed and published by Frontier Games. Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the sequel to the hit smash Jurassic World Evolution. It was released on November 9th on the Playstation 4/5, Xbox One, Xbox One Series S/X, and PC. But today we take a look at the JWE2: Early Cretaceous Pack DLC Review Early Cretaceous Pack DLC It was only last month that Jurassic World Evolution 2 graced us with its presence. A month later and we get the first taste of some DLC in the form of the Early Cretaceous Pack. So will these new dinosaurs add something to the game or will they just go extinct (bad pun I know)? If you enjoyed this little review then why not check out my review for Jurassic World Evolution 2 here. You can also catch up with what the rest of the Thumb Culture team are up to on our social m...

Cute Farming Game Life In Willowdale Announced

20Dec

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Cute Farming Game Life In Willowdale Announced

Cute Farming Game Life In Willowdale Announced. Life In Willowdale will be coming to Nintendo Switch, Playstation 5, and Playstation 4 in Spring 2022. Farming Begins At Home Publisher Just For Games and developer FRAG Games announced a new farming adventure game. Life in Willowdale features an expansive world to explore as you start sowing, growing, and harvesting, with mysterious creatures and uncommon encounters. Your job is to take over a farm that resides in the once-thriving Willowdale. You play Penny the mayor's daughter in hopes of turning the town into a tourist trap, driving away from the animals, and upsetting the balance of nature. Amid public outcry, your uncle, the mayor, has asked you to return to your family farm to help restore harmony and town spirit in Willowdale...