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18Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

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...

Shadow Reveals Their Long-Awaited Hardware Upgrade

14Mar

By CharlieNo Comments

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Shadow Reveals Their Long-Awaited Hardware Upgrade

Shadow has revealed its new hardware upgrade! The French-based cloud gaming service has announced “Neo Boost”, a significant improvement for their Boost tier, launching this summer and available now in Early Access. First Of All: What is Shadow? Shadow provides a service that lets you access a full Windows PC in the cloud, available across various devices, including computers, Macs, and phones. Apart from catering to professionals, Shadow is also offering three gaming tiers, each with its own hardware setup to meet different requirements: - Discovery: A basic, budget-friendly option for new or casual gamers. - Boost: A reliable experience for most gaming needs.. - Power: A high-performance setup for gamers seeking maximum performance. Shadow’s goal is to let its users access thei...

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...

PowerA PAC-MAN Gaming Accessories Announced

4Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

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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...

3Mar

By PaulNo Comments

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ID@Xbox Showcase 2025

IGN FanFest kicked off last week with the ID@Xbox Showcase 2025, and wow — what a showcase it was. Buckle up for the round-up because even though I was trying to be conservative with my highlights, there's still 8 games below. They range from cosy camping simulators all the way to horror-movie-inspired, action-roguelike romps. I have no idea how the heck I'm going to find time to get to them, but into the backlog they go upon release. How Am I Supposed To Play All These Awesome Games?! I've put the games in alphabetical order for simplicity. Before we get into it, what were your favourite trailers from the ID@Xbox 2025 Showcase? Shout them out in the comments below. Blue Prince Platforms: Xbox Series X|S (Game Pass), PlayStation 5 (PS+ Extra|Premium), PC (Steam) Release Date: ...

28Feb

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

Features, News & Updates

Pokémon Presents Feb 2025 Round Up

Yesterday, February 27th, was Pokémon Day and to celebrate we had the Pokémon Presents livestream which has the latest trailers, new and upcoming game reveals. There was some expectation that Pokémon Presents would give players updates on Pokémon Legends: Z-A which is set to release this year. We were also hoping there would be announcements regarding movies and series being worked on. Pokémon Presents Questionable Starters & TCG Developments So were we disappointed? Let's take a look with our full rundown of everything revealed at the Pokémon Presents 2025 Event. Pokémon Legends: Z-A Starting off strong we got more information about the new Pokémon Legends: Z-A game, including a trailer! With this jampacked trailer, we thought it was easier to breakdown this info into bullet point...

Thrustmaster Unveils The SimTask FarmStick X

19Feb

By StuartNo Comments

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Thrustmaster Unveils The SimTask FarmStick X

Thrustmaster has announced the SimTask Farmstick X, a new Xbox-compatible peripheral for budding farmers in Farming Simulator 25. This is a console version of the previously released SimTask FarmStick peripheral. And now it's even better! Considering how popular the previous iteration was, we have no doubt many people will be happy at this annoucement. Let us know if this is on your must buy list in the comments below! Take Full Control, Master Every Task Thrustmaster has used it's impressive flight stick knowledge to design the SimTask FarmStick X. With a multifunctional stick, new hand throttle and a total of 22 configurable buttons, the stick provides a versatile and immersive experience. Retailing at £99.99 the SimTask FarmStick X pairs perfectly with the T128 or T248 for a full-f...

Blue Prince Launching On PS+ & Xbox Game Pass

16Feb

By PaulNo Comments

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Blue Prince Launching On PS+ & Xbox Game Pass

During February's PlayStation State of Play, indie game publisher Raw Fury and developer Dogubomb announced that their mysterious puzzle adventure game Blue Prince will be coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in Spring 2025. In addition, Blue Prince will be available at launch through the PS+ Game Catalogue for Extra and Premium members, and as a day one release on Xbox Game Pass. This announcement is in addition to the already-announced Windows and Steam versions of Blue Prince for PC. Players can begin their mind-bending journey today by visiting Blue Prince’s page on Steam to play the demo and wishlist the game before release. Welcome to Mt. Holly, the mysterious manor with shifting rooms. In Blue Prince, you embark on a genre-defying experience, filled with a unique mix of...

16Feb

By PaulNo Comments

News & Updates

Spirit of the North 2 Gets Physical

Indie publisher Silver Lining Interactive announces a new partnership Infuse Studio to digitally publish Spirit of the North 2. This new publishing deal will also include the release of a stunning physical retail edition for PlayStation 5 and PC alongside the digital launch. As a lover of both indie games and physical media, and someone who enjoyed the first Spirit of the North game, this is great news. You can read my review of Spirit of the North's Enhanced Edition on PlayStation 5 here. Spirit of the North 2 Gets New Publishing Deal Spirit of the North 2 sees players take on the role of an isolated fox and its raven companion on a quest to restore the lost guardians and return home. As they bravely explore the Northern Isles, players will unveil the mysteries of a beautiful ancient wo...

Latest HYTE Persona 3 Reload Collection Launches

13Feb

By CharlotteNo Comments

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Latest HYTE Persona 3 Reload Collection Launches

Us gamers love a hardware and game IP collaboration. Afterall, who can say no to some shiny new hardware featuring your favourite characters? And boy do we have some good news to share if you're looking for a set-up upgrade! HYTE is teaming up with ATLUS once again to bring back its highly popular collaboration with Persona 3 Reload. Gearing up for a year-long celebration, the product line will feature the game’s cast and setting. HYTE Persona 3 Reload Y70 Case You may remember the 2024 HYTE Persona 3 Reload original Y60 case collaboration. This latest addition to the line builds on this iconic design with a new Y70 case. The case's chassis glass panels feature the game’s core cast and the in-game setting of Tartarus. Fans will be happy to see the influences don't stop there. With the ca...