PC Reviews

26Jun

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

FBC: Firebreak – PC Review

FBC: Firebreak is a new 3-player co-op FPS by Remedy Entertainment, the same studio that brought us Control. Take a step back into the FBC's headquarters and clean up various paranormal occurrences within. It is available now on PS5, Xbox X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic, or PC Game Pass. Today I'm checking out the PC version. Contain Chaos in FBC: Firebreak Control is a very enjoyable game in my humble opinion. I definitely never spent nearly as much time as I could or wanted to spend in it, but it is one of the few games that I have completed the main story in. FBC:Firebreak is a completely different style of game though, so I was curious where the similarities bled through. What I found was an interesting mixture of genres with a whole lot of Hiss to fend off. Check out my review of the PC...

Rift of the NecroDancer: Hatsune Miku DLC – PC Review

26Jun

By Rowen CameronNo Comments

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Rift of the NecroDancer: Hatsune Miku DLC – PC Review

As Thumb Culture’s resident NecroDancer fanatic—Rift gained a TC Gold Award from me!—my eyes immediately lit up at the announcement of more new music packs. Celeste and Pizza Tower tracks got the Rift treatment in previous packs, as well as some Super Meat Boy tracks and Crypt of the NecroDancer favourites for free (cue many squees from me!). Now Cadence is back to conquer even more rifts, this time with an old friend who is no stranger to NecroDancer DLC. Virtual pop star and Vocaloid legend Hatsune Miku joins the fray with 6 new tracks to sharpen your rhythm skills and bop till you drop. Miku Miku Beam! Admittedly, despite being familiar with her, my only experience of Miku songs is through the Crypt DLC. So naturally, it stands to reason that I hear more of her virtual vocals through...

25Jun

By Ruddy CelestialNo Comments

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Ruffy and the Riverside – PC Review

Ruffy and the Riverside is an action, adventure game from Zockrates Laboratories UG with the publishing assistance from Phiphen Games. This game is a beautiful return to the classic collectathon genre. Games like Banjo-Kazooie and Paper Mario are huge inspirations to the game. I honestly wanted to add 'puzzle' to the list of genres for this game due to the crazy amount of puzzles in it. I didn't but, it's the puzzles definitely form a good part of its personality. You'll need a really good wheel of hay to travel these woods. Without it, it'll be one bale of a time. Th game may not be out until 26th June, but you can still Wishlist it on Steam today! Or if you want to give it a try before you buy, I recommend the demo, it's really fun! Gameplay Ruffy and the Riverside starts you out...

24Jun

By CharlieNo Comments

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Nanomon Virtual Pet – PC Review

Ready to jump into a new adventure? Nanomon Virtual Pet is a brand-new game developed by Oscar Brittain and published by Akupara Games, launching on Steam today (June 24th 2025). Hatch your very own Nanomon Virtual Pet, care for it, and take it into battle as you go on a journey to discover the mystery-filled realm that is the Nanoscape! A New Age For Virtual Pets? Have you ever thought that there may be something living inside your computer? I don't mean like, roaches or anything (though if you do suspect that there may be some in there, you should probably get that checked out). No, I mean Nanomon, of course! Nanomon are invisible monsters that live inside your computer! It was just recently that someone found a way to make them visible. Better yet? It turns out they love traveling aro...

24Jun

By Rowen CameronNo Comments

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Quantum Witch – PC Review

Metroidvania meets point-and-click meets choose-your-own-adventure in Quantum Witch, a pixel art “plot-former” by solo dev NikkiJay. The game releases today on Steam. Heavily inspired by the ZX Spectrum, Jay explores her experience of growing up in a religious sect and embracing her true self through a tale of comedy, fantasy and the far-reaching effects of choice. In her own words: “a queer emancipation story”. You play Ren, a young woman living in the perfectly idyllic realm of Hus. Life seems quiet and simple: find your lost flock, pick a pretty flower for your wife, confront and dethrone God. Wait, what?! Suddenly, you get a glimpse of a destructive and encompassing force entwined in the roots of this slightly saccharine utopia. And you’ll be damned if you’re not going to get the bo...

24Jun

By PaulNo Comments

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A Building Full Of Cats 2 – PC Review

This year, I've begun playing hidden-object games between other games as a way of relaxing and clearing my mind a bit. This was particularly needed recently after playing Blue Prince and Expedition 33 — two games that drain you mentally and emotionally respectively. It's purr-fect timing, then, that Devcats are back with a new title, A Building Full Of Cats 2. I've played a few of their games previously, on both PC and PS5, so was somewhat clued in as to what to expect from this new entry to the Full Of Cats series. Still, there were still some surprises to be found. Bursting With Purr-sonality A Building Full Of Cats 2 is Devcats biggest game yet, with over 2000+ cats to pet. While the residents of the building are away on holiday, it's up to you to check in on the cats and help with va...

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die – PC Review

23Jun

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

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Lost in Random: The Eternal Die – PC Review

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is the new game developed by Stormteller Games. Serving as both a stand-alone game and sequel to the events of Lost in Random. We take the role of Queen Aleksandra as she attempts to stop the Eternal Die in this new rogue-like Hack’ n Slash game. If you’re like me and enjoyed the world of Random wish to know more. Then it’s out now on Steam for £19.99, with the Fortune Edition costing £31.99. With it, you get the soundtrack, art-book and two additional outfits. If you’re a little sceptical or just want to try before you buy, then a demo is also available. Please be aware this article contains gifs that may include flashing lights and patterns Better face my demons, or "die" trying. The game takes place after the events of the first game, but I wouldn’t ...

Architect Life: A House Design Simulator – PC Review

22Jun

By Olivia HoultonNo Comments

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Architect Life: A House Design Simulator – PC Review

Have you ever wanted to design your dream house? Then, Shine Research's latest game, Architect Life: A House Design Simulator, is for you! This is Shine Research's first delve into the simulator genre, and with the help of publisher Nacon, they have produced a smashing game. Luckily for you guys, Architect Life is available to buy now on Steam. Time To Design Before we begin the review, please share your thoughts in the comments section below! Gameplay As the game name suggests, the plot has you learn the trials and tribulations of becoming an architect. Whether that be through building your own dream home, or one for your clients. I immediately thrusted myself into career mode, learning on the go. Within career mode, you create an architectural firm, whereby clients come to you to...

19Jun

By Tyler DenyerNo Comments

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The Book of Aaru – PC Review

The Book of Aaru, out now on Steam, starts strong; you get to play as a cat. A CAT! With slow-mo time powers in a glowing Egyptian sci-fi tomb. Say what you want about the game’s bugs (and we will), when a game lets me roleplay as a cursed feline adventurer in an ancient, future labyrinth, I’m in. Developed and published by Amenti Studios, The Book of Aaru pitches itself as a roguelite in the style of Hades and Curse of the Dead Gods, with destructible environments, time manipulation, and multiweapon combat. It’s a bold entry from a passionate indie team, blending Egyptian mythology with cosmic tech and feline acrobatics—but does it land on its feet? The Book of Aaru needs more than just a rewrite. Let’s hear it! What’s your favourite game where you play as an animal? Bonus points for ob...

17Jun

By CharlieNo Comments

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Kity Builder – PC Review

Kity Builder is a purrfectly charming city-building sandbox game in which you create cute little cities for other cats! Developed by a team of four friends: Sambero, irx99, YerayToledano and Juan Hust, and published by Parabellum Games, this little game releases on Steam today (June 17th 2025). Cats? Building? Sign me up! It is no secret that I enjoy building games, much like it is not a secret that I absolutely love cats. So having a building game with cats? Just absolutely amazing. Breath-taking. Stunning. Awesome. You get my drift. The game has a unique look to it that I found very intriguing, and the gameplay looked really fun from the trailer as well! I was really excited to play this game, and I'm happy to report that it did not let me down. Here is a more general question this tim...