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22Nov

By Iain culverhouseNo Comments

The Last Of Us Part 2 – Remastered

Naughty Dog has just confirmed that The Last Of Us Part 2- Remastered is coming to PlayStation 5 on January 19th 2024. You Don't Get To Rush This In 2013, The Last Of Us was released, and I can't think of an award it didn't win. Not only for gameplay, awards for voice actors, writers, sound design, and not to mention a ton of Game of The Year Awards. What Is The Story of The Last of Us? The United States is hit by a mutant Cordyceps fungus outbreak in 2013, which transformed the infected humans into aggressive creatures. In Austin, Texas, Joel, along with his brother Tommy and daughter Sarah, tries to escape the chaos. However, during their escape, a soldier shoots Sarah, causing her death in Joel's arms. After twenty years, the infection has destroyed civilization. Joel and his par...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) – What do we know so far?

30Oct

By Olivia HoultonNo Comments

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) – What do we know so far?

With Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 just around the corner, let's dive into the updates from Sledgehammer Games and Activision. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is available to pre-order now, with its release on the 10th of November 2023. Something new and something old Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the 20th game in the Call of Duty series, and the third entry into the rebooted Modern Warfare series. Sledgehammer Games have excited old fans of the Call of Duty series by announcing a number of "old" favourites to return. But, there are also some new additions to the game, that we should equally be excited about. Campaign There is plenty to talk about regarding the campaign, including the return of Captain Price, Ghost, Gaz and Soap. Characters from the previous Modern Warfare Game in ...

New PSX Aesthetic Horror Game: Crow Country

24Oct

By Kyle A McGrathNo Comments

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New PSX Aesthetic Horror Game: Crow Country

Developers at SBF Games behind Tangle Tower and Snipperclips – Cut it out, together! Bring a new and nostalgic survival horror with the aesthetic of PSX titles: Crow Country, coming to PlayStation and Steam. One Heck Of a Rollercoaster Taking place in 1990, Edward Crow, the reclusive owner of a small theme park in the rural outskirts of Atlantic Georgia, vanished two years ago and unexpectedly shut it down. A mysterious woman named Mara Forest takes matters into her own hands and ventures into the theme park Crow Country to uncover what happened. Crow Country Crow Country is a survival horror where, like traditional survival horrors such as Redient Evil, you hunt for ammo, clues, maps and items needed to solve tricky puzzles to get closer to the terrifying truth. Why did Edward Cro...

24Oct

By Paul WrightNo Comments

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LOFREE Unveil New Low Profile Keyboard

Lofree have recently announce their new keyboard, the Lofree Flow. The worlds first low-profile keyboard to incorporate Lofree and Kalih's full POM switches, delivering a super smooth performance. Let's take a quick look at the details below. Smooth With The Flow This aluminium-framed, low-profile keyboard from the folks at Lofree is aiming to redefine the peak standards for typing experiences. Fitted with the world's first low-profile switches that use POM for all their plastic components, this could be the smoothest keyboard ever. POM is a highly resilient, low friction material that essentially self-lubricates; the more they are used, the smoother the experience will be. The Lofree Flow is available in 2 versions - light and dark. Each version comes pre-built with a pre-determined ...

20Oct

By Kyle A McGrathNo Comments

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Edifier Launches The NeoBuds Pro 2

From the award-winning manufacturer Edifier, of premium sound systems, personal audio devices, and bookshelf speakers, brings a new device: NeoBuds Pro 2. Let's look at what these handy Bluetooth earbuds bring to the table. Wireless & High Quality Available right now in Black and Ivory on Amazon for £129.99, the NeoBuds Pro 2 earbuds offer noise cancelling, Bluetooth connectivity, and fast charging, perfect for listening to audio without being inhibited by wires or low battery life. The sleek and modern design boasts a textured metal plate and a changeable LED strip light. NeoBuds Pro 2 Capabilities These in-ear wireless earbuds feature spacial audio with real-time head tracking, all made possible with its built-in gyrometer and accelerometer. The innovative h...

19Oct

By Kyle A McGrathNo Comments

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Trust GXT Riye & Ruya Gaming Chairs

Rolling onto the scene (and possibly into your gaming setup) with comfort and style, Trust brings two very affordable and stylish gaming chairs; the GXT 714 Ruya Gaming Chair and the GXT 703 Riye Gaming Chair. The Ruya boasts neck support for prolonged gaming sessions, while the Riye offers adjustability to suit a variety of heights and sizes. Setup & Posture Friendly Whether comfort or style is your goal, Trust gives you the option. The GXT 714 Ruya Gaming Chair is all about comfort, with adjustable, removable lumbar support and cushions and more for £199.99. For a chair slightly more budget-friendly and style-focused, the GXT 703 Riye Gaming Chair with an additional colour option at £129.99. Both are available for purchase right now on Very. GXT 714 Ruya Gaming Chair Trus...

Glorious Gaming’s New Model O 2 And Model D 2 Mice

19Oct

By Kyle A McGrathNo Comments

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Glorious Gaming’s New Model O 2 And Model D 2 Mice

For players who are looking to ramp up their gaming, Glorious Gaming has created two new gaming mice to make your experience better. These models are the Model O 2 PRO and Model D 2 PRO. They both boast remixed features to offer the player a better edge in FPS and MOBA games. New & Improved With the launch of the PRO Series, Glorious Gaming furthers its mission of providing elite-level performance with their Glorious Optical Switches. The PRO Series Optical Switches' response time is five times faster than traditional mechanical alternatives. Both models are rated for a 100 million click rate to give the player a more reliable and precise experience. What Sets Them Apart? The Model O 2 PRO improves upon the Model O’s design with a shape suitable for all grip styles, while t...

3Oct

By Tony CNo Comments

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PS Plus Oct 2023 Monthly Games

The PS Plus Oct 2023 Monthly Games are now available for all subscribers of the PlayStation subscription service. Remember that even if you don't plan to play these games now you should still add them to your library so you can check them out at any time (as long as you have an active sub). The Callisto Protocol - PS5/PS4 Genre: Shooter/Adventure | Longevity: 10hrs+ | Trophies: 27 (incl Platinum) Metacritic: 69 | OpenCritic: 67 | Release: 2nd Dec 2022 In this narrative-driven, third-person survival horror set 300 years in the future, take on the role of Jacob Lee – a victim of fate thrown into Black Iron Prison, a maximum-security penitentiary located on Jupiter’s moon, Callisto. When inmates begin to transform into monstrous creatures, the prison is thrown into chaos. To surv...

28Sep

By Paul WrightNo Comments

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Ghosts of New Eden Banished Into 2024

With so many games vying for attention in the latter stages of 2023, Don't Nod and Focus Entertainment have opted to push the release of their new game, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, out of its November 7th slot. To avoid launching in a busy gaming period in Q4 2023, the developer and publisher duo have shifted the release date of Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden to February 13 2024. In their announcement JPEG on Twitter they say that although the game is finished and ready to release they want the game to get the spotlight it deserves. They also state the new date is perfect for an epic love story; the day before Valentine's Day. You can see the original announcement below. Banished Into 2024 Since the pandemic, we've gotten used to developers dropping an image full of text on thei...

Will Like A Dragon Gaiden Come To Xbox Gamepass?

21Sep

By VinnoNo Comments

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Will Like A Dragon Gaiden Come To Xbox Gamepass?

Microsoft have been doing an incredible job recently, bringing Japanese games to Xbox players around the world. Adding both the Persona and Yakuza/Like a Dragon series to their Game Pass offerings, the attention now turns to the latest title from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios, the developers of the series formerly known as Yakuza, Like a Dragon Gaiden The Man Who Erased His Name. Will Microsoft manage to nab Gaiden for it's Game Pass lineup? After all, Zero to Like a Dragon are all there. Conversely, Ishin isn't available via Game Pass. This One Is For You, Kyodais! So, will Gaiden be available on Game Pass? Microsoft took to the stage at the Tokyo Game Show and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio Head Masayoshi Yokoyama had an answer for exactly that. Yes, Gaiden will be available on Game Pass. From Da...