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Discover the wonders of Albatroz this November
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Discover the wonders of Albatroz this November

It’s time to pack up for the much-awaited adventure as SOEDESCO and Among Giants announce that the backpacking RPG, Albatroz, will launch on November 1. The game will be available on Steam, as well as in both physical and digital formats for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Albatroz digital edition is priced at £29.99. Whilst the physical edition will be available for a suggested retail price of £39.99. Although if you hurry you can pre-order the physical edition from Amazon UK for just £33.99! And no, that's not an affiliate link, we just like a bargain! It's time to start a new adventure! Pack your bags and get ready to move. Albatroz is a backpacking adventure RPG that invites players to embark on a journey in search of a lost sibling. Follow the story of Isla as she sets ou...
Starship Troopers: Continuum Coming Very Soon
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Starship Troopers: Continuum Coming Very Soon

XR Games (Jurassic World Aftermath, Zombieland VR: Headshot Fever) and Sony Pictures VR (Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord) have done their part yet again, but this time with bugs. Coming at the end of October we will join Johnny Rico and the gang in Starship Troopers: Continuum. The Only Good Bug Is A Dead Bug Set 25 years after the Battle of Klendathu, the war continues. Yet on the planet Janus-4, there is a secret that threatens to tip the balance of war, The Continuum. In the Continuum, you play as a PsyCommander, an experimental soldier with advanced psychic powers. Control your troopers, keep them alive and help them rank up. Give them perks to help build your perfect trooper. Aim for those big bonuses by promoting them to citizenship and help grow your own powers. Wit...
Manba Launches the One Series Wireless Controller
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Manba Launches the One Series Wireless Controller

Have you ever fancied a controller with an interactive screen? If the answer is yes, then journey with me as we check out the Manba One Series wireless gaming controller! Hey Manba, Manba Italiano Gaming peripheral experts, Manba, have recently released the One Series wireless gaming controller and it's a doozy. With an interactive screen, Hall effects sticks and triggers as well as being compatible with PC, Switch, iOS and Android. Let's talk bout that interactive screen on the Manba One Series. Coming in at 2 inches from corner to corner, and giving you the ability to customise your settings. The interactive screen eliminates the need for customising additional software and gives you all the controls right in your hands. Pretty neat right? Add to the fancy screen, the Manba O...
Space Marine VR Now Playable At Zero Latency VR Venues
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Space Marine VR Now Playable At Zero Latency VR Venues

Zero Latency VR has announced it's game experience Space Marine VR - Defenders of Avarax is now available! Gear up for an epic adventure and experience this revolutionary game, now accessible at 100+ venues worldwide. And if you're a UK resident wondering if any of those venues are near you, good news! The game will be available to play at 6 venues countrywide. To experience Zero Latency VR's Space Marine VR - Defenders of Avarax here in the UK you'll need to find your nearest meetspaceVR venue. Regular Thumb Culture followers may remember we were guests of meetspaceVR last year. And based on our visit to the Nottingham venue, the Zero Latency venues are definitely worth a visit. In fact we're going to have get booked in again. We need to check Space Marine VR - Defenders of Avarax out ...
Critter Café Open For Business In November
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Critter Café Open For Business In November

Your morning coffee is about to get a lot cuter! Creature raising, café management game Critter Café will be opening its doors from 26th November on PC and Nintendo Switch. Developer Sumo Digital and Publisher Secret Mode have also announced a Critter Café demo! The demo will be available as part of Steam Next Fest on 14th -21st October. About Critter Café When a mysterious portal in your new home reveals a long-lost Critter stuck within you must help them. Set out to rescue every unique Critter and build a welcoming café for townsfolk and Critters alike. 35 Critters are waiting to be saved from mysterious portals, each with a new puzzle to challenge your wits. Once saved, Critters can be invited into your café, free to roam as you pour coffee and deliver cakes to customers or serving as...
House Builder 2 Coming to Steam in 2025
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House Builder 2 Coming to Steam in 2025

Following up on House Builder, which started Early Access in 2021 and released earlier this year, FreeMind S.A. have announced a sequel, House Builder 2, slated to release in 2025. Move Over Bobby Brown, 4 Can Play This Game Create your ultimate home solo or with friends in House Builder 2. Featuring a vibrant open world, advanced building mechanics, and a brand new 4-player co-op mode!  Coming to Steam in 2025, don’t miss the construction adventure of a lifetime! House Builder 2 - Build Together, Dream Bigger! Build your dream constructions with friends or alone in a vibrant, low-poly open world. Gear up and get ready, every job starts with the right tools and a plan! Buy materials for work, load it up, and drive to your next job in the ultimate co-op construction adventure.  ...
SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS Prologue Episode 1
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SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS Prologue Episode 1

The SEGA Sonic Team have released the first episode of the new SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS prologue animations. The upcoming game SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS will release in just under a month, and animations have been made to accompany it. Dark Beginnings The first episode of the three part prologue animations centres around Shadow’s memories with his childhood friend, Maria. Shadow’s tragic past – rife with conflict and loss – haunts his thoughts. Could some sinister force be beckoning to him through his memories? Please be aware this video contains strobe lighting effects. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1s188WNEiqw The release schedule for the remaining episodes are as follows: October 3rd – “Episode 2: Finding the Way” (Watch it here) October 10 – “Episode 3: To the Ar...
Two Point Museum Exhibits In March 2025
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Two Point Museum Exhibits In March 2025

Two Point Studios Limited and SEGA Europe Ltd are excited to announce that Two Point Museum will be launching on March 4th 2025, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Microsoft Xbox Series X|S. Get Your Tickets Ready For A Museum Like No Other From the creators of Two Point Hospital (review here) and Two Point Campus (review here), Two Point Museum is the upcoming innovative management sim where players can design the museum of their dreams, curate fascinating exhibits, and oversee every aspect of their guests’ experiences. Digital Pre-orders Are Available Now Two Point Museum will launch with two editions, Standard and Explorer. While the Standard Edition contains only the base game, the Explorer Edition contains an exciting variety of features, including a unique jungle-themed museum locatio...
Magical Bakery opens its doors in November 2024
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Magical Bakery opens its doors in November 2024

Preheat the oven for a delightful experience as SOEDESCO and SUPERLUMEN announce the release of Magical Bakery! Releasing on November 7th in both digital and physical formats for Steam, Epic Games Store, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In a world of magic... be a baker! Welcome to a magical, flour-filled world! Magical Bakery is a single-player cooking and management game set in an enchanted bakery. Experience a life full of magic, challenges, and the joy of creating sweets that will leave a spellbinding impression on your customers. About Magical Bakery Step into the shoes of a magical baker trainee and craft delectable treats with magical sprinkles to solve your customers' problems, warm their hearts, or make their day brighter. Prove yourself worthy to inh...
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Launches Today
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The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Launches Today

Get ready for the next chapter in the Legend of Zelda series: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom game for the Nintendo Switch launched today! It's time for the wielder of the Triforce of Wisdom to shine! Well, Excuse Me Princess In this latest adventure, the people of Hyrule are being stolen away inside strange rifts appearing throughout the land. With the help of an ethereal creature called Tri and the powerful Tri Rod, Princess Zelda boldly takes on a quest to save her kingdom. Check out the launch trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fb4__RzOVNs Key Game Features: Echoes: Using the Tri Rod, Zelda can create echoes – imitations of things found in the environment. Echoes can then be recreated to help solve puzzles. Bind & Reverse Bond: When creating echoes isn’t e...