PC Reviews

6May

By JasonNo Comments

Maskmaker Review – Somebody Stop Me!

Imagine if there was a game that let you experience the thrill of donning a magical mask similar to Stanley Ipkiss! Well, thanks to French devs Innerspace VR you now can in Maskmaker. Published by MWM Interactive this VR game really is something else! Maskmaker P.A.R.T Why? Cos I gotta! VR is forever becoming more groundbreaking. Read on to see what I thought Maskmaker and make sure to send us your comments if you have had a chance to play it! Gameplay In a nutshell, Maskmaker is a VR puzzle adventure game. The game is available on PSVR, Oculus, SteamVR, and Viveport. I played via SteamVR using the virtual desktop to my Oculus Quest 2. Beginning as an apprentice in a small mask shop your quest starts here. The movement controls are typical for a VR game and allow both tele...

In Retrospect Preview – Where Will Your Life Take You?

4May

By JasonNo Comments

PC Reviews, Previews & Early Access

In Retrospect Preview – Where Will Your Life Take You?

In Retrospect by devs Paper Salamander Games is a side-scrolling 16-bit inspired music action platform game that uses your life to create the levels. Currently, in demo form over on Steam, this is certainly not the usual run-of-the-mill get from start to finish game that I was expecting. In Retrospect delves deep into your soul! If you have had a chance to play the demo, let us know what you think in the comments section below! Gameplay At the start of In Retrospect you wake up in a heavenly looking place whereby you are asked and reassured by another character, named Dee, as to how you are. What ensues is a number of fairly easy levels as you learn the basic controls of the game. Your character is continually moving forward, leaving you to time jumps and glides in order to avoi...

28Apr

By Hunter Mooney1 Comment

PC Reviews

CryoFall Review – Minecraft…IN SPACE

What do you get when you combine Harvest Moon, Stardew Valley, and Minecraft, all set in the far reaches of the galaxy, you get Cryofall. After the release of Atomic Torch Studio's first open-world sci-fi game VoidExpanse, they introduce to us their new creation in the science fiction genre. On an unknown planet, you take control of a player of any likeness you choose and set out on a journey to build and conquer. CryoFall - The game where you can mine for treasure and build epic houses but run away at the slightest sign of danger I have never played any games like this before and I feel like this is a good introduction, especially coming from a sci-fi fan like me. Since this is an indie company's third game, I wanted to give them some slack. They're new to this so I don't want to be to...

Out of Line Preview – Sharp Visuals, Sharper Puzzles.

28Apr

By PaulNo Comments

PC Reviews, Previews & Early Access

Out of Line Preview – Sharp Visuals, Sharper Puzzles.

Out of Line is an upcoming 2D side-scrolling puzzle game developed by Nerd Monkeys and published by Haninh Games. It is due out on PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch this year. Playing through the preview the game gave me Inside/Limbo vibes in a big way. I dare say that if you enjoyed those games, this is going to be a must-play for you when it releases. Out of Line - Exploring, San's memory. Play as San as he attempts to escape the factory he once called home. Judging from the trailer, the story will revolve around uncovering memories and discovering the truth about who you are as you journey eventually, hopefully, to freedom. Gameplay In Out of Line, San's primary talent is a spear throw. Along with the standard sideways movement and jump, your puzzle-solving is achieved via a combo o...

25Apr

By DanNo Comments

PC Reviews

Buildings Have Feelings Too Review

Developed by Blackstaff Games and published by Merge Games we bring you Buildings Have Feelings Too. The exciting new puzzle game where you build up a city. Released on the 22nd April 2021 Buildings Have Feelings Too is available now on Steam. Do Not Get Your Buildings In A Twist! So join me as I check out the first of the many sim building titles I intend to check out this year. If you enjoy this, don't forget to check out my other articles on the website. Gameplay Buildings Have Feelings Too falls into the fun simulator category. The main aim of the game is to build up your city, however, it isn't quite as straightforward as you think. Because these buildings have feelings, they liked to be in certain spots, they like different views and most of all they want nice neighbours. For exa...

Wraith: The Oblivion – Afterlife Review – Hide, Hide, Hide, Hide and Hide

23Apr

By StuartNo Comments

PC Reviews, VR Reviews

Wraith: The Oblivion – Afterlife Review – Hide, Hide, Hide, Hide and Hide

Sam, our Video Editor created this script for using as a written review. For his video review, scroll down to the bottom of the review. Are you a fan of horror? Think you've got nerves of steel and aren't bothered by things that go bump in the night? Then you're gonna love Wraith: The Oblivion - Afterlife! Developed and published by Fast Travel Games, Wraith: The Oblivion - Afterlife is a VR horror title set in the World of Darkness universe (the most popular name in this universe people might recognise would be Vampire: The Masquerade). You're objective? Solve the mystery of your own death, uncover the strange happenings at the Barclay Mansion and escape. That's right! You yourself are dead, a Wraith... and with your supernatural powers, must walk the halls, uncovering the truth and...

21Apr

By StuartNo Comments

PC Reviews, VR Reviews

Traffic Jams Review – Green Means Go

Traffic Jams, developed by Little Chicken Game Company and published by Vertigo Games is a tongue in cheek look into the world of traffic management. Donning your VR headset of choice you will embark on a perilous journey that will see you directing traffic, swatting wasps, throwing frisbees as well as fish! Yes, your nerves will be tested, how long can you hold that angry driver at a standstill, how many balloons can you pop with a frisbee. This is a game like no other. No really, I don't recollect any game where you are in charge of traffic in this way. Available on Oculus Quest, Rift, and also playable through SteamVR, Traffic Jams is just fun. Read on to find out more. It's not quite like the M25's Traffic Jams Have you given Traffic Jams a go? What did you think, leave us a co...

19Apr

By DanNo Comments

PC Reviews

URG Review – Utopos Rocketship Game

URG (formerly known as Gun Tech) is the latest title to come out of closed beta and hit the Steam store by Jani Penttinen. Penttinen is known for a release very similar to URG many moons ago. That game is Utopos and was released for the Atari ST in 1993. On researching more into Penttinen and Utopos Publishing, it also looks like there is a re-make of Utopos in the works. This is currently in closed beta, so we don't have much to go from. However, it looks very similar to URG. Utopos Rocketship Game - Set Radars To On Top-down shooters can be great games, the last one I played was Steambirds Alliance. I was hooked, so I am excited to see how URG plays out and who knows? I might even have to revisit the Atari ST, I am pretty sure someone I know has one! If you have already played URG I wo...

Eggcelerate! Review – Make It Or Break It On The Track!

19Apr

By MikeNo Comments

PC Reviews

Eggcelerate! Review – Make It Or Break It On The Track!

If you have ever wondered what an egg & spoon race with cars would be like then Eggcelerate! is the game for you. A light-hearted racing game where the goal is crossing the finish line with your egg intact. It may sound simple but this indie game will keep you on your toes. Think Trials Fusion but in a car and the added challenge of an egg in an open-top container. Eggcelerate! was developed and published by Tim Beaudet in his video game debut and is available now on PC. Eggcelerate! - Learn first hand why not to put all your eggs in one basket I had a lot of fun playing Eggcelerate! and hopefully, you did too. The Thumb Culture team and I would like to hear what you thought. Why not leave a comment below on what you thought too. Gameplay Eggcelerate! is a straight forward time...

Forgotten Fields Review – A Passage Through Time

14Apr

By Sam HaydonNo Comments

PC Reviews

Forgotten Fields Review – A Passage Through Time

Forgotten Fields is an adventure story, following the passage of time of a struggling author looking to create a new story to help pay his bills. Experience the vibrant colourful environment of the summer and follow a relaxing story at your own pace. Forgotten Fields is developed by Frostwood Interactive and published by Dino Digital. Forgotten Fields speaks to the heart with a deep feel story that gets you thinking about life Adventure stories have always spoken to me on a personal level and this game was no different. I was intrigued to discover the personal messages this game had to offer and just to relax for a change. Do you enjoy the change of pace? What did you learn? Let us know in the comments below. Also, feel free to take a look at my previous articles here. Gameplay For...