PC Reviews

22Jul

By Dan1 Comment

Ragnarock Rift S Review

Developed and published by WanaDev Studios we have the long-awaited Ragnarock! It is available via Steam to enable PC VR compatibility and is also available via the Oculus Store directly for the Quest and the Quest 2. This casual, music-based sports title is on many peoples wish lists and we were lucky enough to get our hands on a review copy! Please note - Mjolnir is not included! I'm On a Boat And It's HAMMERTIME! Having enjoyed music-related titles from the very beginning, I was hyped to find out that there was going to be a VR title released that ticked many boxes for me. So joining me and I go on a musical VR Viking adventure! Gameplay As mentioned above Ragnarock is a VR title available across both Steam and Oculus. It is a rhythm-based sports title, a little odd-sounding but let...

20Jul

By Cameron TyeNo Comments

PC Reviews

Dude, Where Is My Beer? Review

Dude, Where Is My Beer? An old-school point and click adventure game about finding a pilsner in the confusing world of unnecessary craft beers and snobby hipsters. I got the thrills for the pils! Dude, Where Is My Beer? Was released on Steam 4th November 2020 and holds a "Very positive" ranking in the Steam review section. Developed and published by Arik Zurabian. This is the first game listed on steam by the developer. Let's check it out and see why it has held such a high ranking. Gameplay On first loading the game you are met with a small cut scene. You are dropped off in the town of Oslo by tour bus. You have a quick chat with the driver and decide to head off. Your quest is to head off to the pub for a pint. simple right? Wrong. Things quickly take a turn for the worse whe...

18Jul

By Hunter Mooney1 Comment

PC Reviews

Chicory: A Colorful Tale Review

Made by a team of only 5 people, comes a painting game that focuses on adventure and art. Chicory: A Colorful Tale is a 2D puzzle game developed by Greg Lobanov and his team and published by Finji. It was released on June 10th, 2021 on Microsoft Windows, macOS, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Chicory - The perfect game for anyone who grew up painting random stuff on Microsoft Paint. Since joining Thumb Culture, I've been playing a lot more games than I ever thought I'd play. Because of that, this is the first time I've ever played one of these painting games. I've never gotten the opportunity to play something like Mario Paint, but I do love a good puzzle game and a 2D side scroller. I don't expect anything action packed but I'm looking forward to giving a new type of game I've never p...

15Jul

By DanNo Comments

PC Reviews, Previews & Early Access

Black Skylands Preview

Black Skylands, developed by Hungry Couch Games and published by TinyBuild. It is a title that will take you back with its top-down aspect along with its pixel-art graphics. Black Skylands is available now in Early Access on Steam, enabling you to play as it is getting developed and supports keyboard and controller. Topdown pixelated gaming that will take you back! I had no idea what to expect from Black Skylands, I am not a massive fan of JRPG and from the teaser trailer, it looked like it could fall that way. I was pleasantly surprised when I saw the gameplay trailer. It was at that point I knew I had to check it out for myself. Gameplay You play as Eva, she and her family reside on the Fathership. Her father is trying to keep the Fathership and its villagers safe, whilst at the same...

13Jul

By BertNo Comments

PC Reviews

Radio Viscera Review

From the development studio Fireface, under the publication of Alliance comes Radio Viscera. What we have here is a top-down shooter that's a bit different in Radio Viscera you don't have a gun as such, it's more a tool that knocks enemies back into perilous traps. Fireface is made up of just one man, that man being Owen Deery. I was quite surprised to learn that one man was behind this, as it's quite polished and really does run well, but we'll get to all that later. The walls are weak... Destroy them Being a fan of indie games with an arcade-like feel, I was excited to give this one a go. How did I get on? You'll have to carry on reading to find that one out. If you enjoy this review, you can check out my previous article, where I gave a preview of Terra Nil here. As always you can cat...

8Jul

By DanNo Comments

PC Reviews

SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator Review

Developed by Voolgi and published by HypeTrain Digital, SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator is a creative simulator like no other. Arming you with all the equipment you need and more this title could take digital creativity to a new level. SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator is due to be released on 14th July 2021 and will be available via Steam and on the Nintendo Store on the Switch. "I don’t listen to what art critics say. I don’t know anybody who needs a critic to find out what art is" - Basquiat Not many people really know, but I love art - Especially abstract expressionism. I have based many of my projects on the works of Jean-Michel Basquiat throughout my art studies. Over the years I have lost touch with it, but slowly I am starting to put paint to canvas (whatever that may be). So nat...

7Jul

By Cameron TyeNo Comments

PC Reviews, VR Reviews

BricksVR – Oculus Quest 2 Review

Bricks VR Studios bring you BricksVR! This is their first title which has been developed and published by them in house so let's dive in and take a look. Think of a never-ending Lego simulator but in VR and you don't have to clean up after yourself! BricksVR was released in early access on 30th June 2021. It is available on Steam and Oculus store via the AppLabb. It is currently only available to play on Oculus Hardware (Quest/Rift) however we asked the developer a few questions about the game and he covers this and more a little further down. If you have the game or are thinking about getting it, let us know in the comments below. You could even join the discord server and have other people to play with as well! Gameplay Gameplay is smooth, simple and the controls are easy to learn...

5Jul

By JasonNo Comments

PC Reviews

Red Solstice 2: Survivors Review

Fresh from the loins of devs Ironward Games and published by 505 Games, Red Solstice 2: Survivors is one heck of a futuristic blood bath! Falling into the real-time top-down tactical genre there is a real feel for this sequel of a mash between Diablo and Xcom 2. The number of times I died I really want to add Cannon Fodder to that list. Red Solstice 2: Survivors - Real-Time XCOM I couldn't wait to see how this game played having heard a few good things from fellow writers. Time to blast some zombie mutant aliens! If you like what you see, remember to give us a like, share and follow so that you don't miss out on all things TC! Gameplay The year is 117 AE (After Earth). With a virus threatening to end mankind (sounding familiar?) it is down to you and your squad to fight mutants...

28Jun

By DanNo Comments

PC Reviews

Railroad Ink Challenge Review

Developed and published by Horrible Guild, Railroad Ink Challenge started off as Kickstarter. However, it wasn't for the video game, it was for the original board game version. The campaign was ridiculously successful and the board game became a reality. Due to its popularity, we are now blessed with a digital version of that exact game. A stunningly designed simplistic puzzler! I haven't dabbled in a puzzle game like Railroad Ink Challenge in quite some times so I am extremely excited to see how I get on with it. Since moving over to PC I have played nothing but multiplayer titles, keep reading to find out how I get on. Gameplay In short, the main game within Railroad Ink Challenge is to build railways and highways to connect the highest number of entrances and exits. Sounds easy? How...

25Jun

By StuartNo Comments

PC Reviews, VR Reviews

In Da Hoop! Quest 2 Review

Missed those 90s arcade basketball cabinets? Got a fancy Quest 2? Well, now you can relive those experiences with In Da Hoop! Currently released on the App Labs store on Oculus, developed and published by Realcast. In Da Hoop! Brings a nostalgic nod to the old school basketball cabinets that you may have spent many a pound on in the past. Has anyone got a spare pound? If you enjoy this review, maybe consider checking out our social media where we keep you up to date with the latest reviews and news. Gameplay Starting up In Da Hoop! for the first time you might be forgiven to think that something wasn't quite right. You start the game and are on a balcony overlooking a neatly rendered arcade. Sitting on its own is a single arcade cabinet. It's not a basketball hoop by any means, but wha...