PlayStation Reviews

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends – Fun 4 The Whole Family

20Nov

By CraigNo Comments

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends – Fun 4 The Whole Family

Way back in 1986 there was a little game that existed in the darkened corners of arcades. That game was Bubble Bobble. A cute game about bubble blowing dinosaurs and fruit, made by Taito. It was later ported to home systems like the NES by Toei Company. Fast forward to 2019, and Taito is still developing Bubble Bobble games. Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is releasing in Europe on the Nintendo Switch on November 19th 2019. There will also be a special edition following in December. It will be releasing in North America sometime in 2020. For me, it's been a while since I've laid eyes on a Bubble Bobble game. So, when Bubble Bobble 4 Friends came across my desk, I was interested to see how the franchise had progressed. Let's dive into this European exclusive game and see how it is, shall we? Ready?...

20Nov

By TC Staff WriterNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Bee Simulator – Unentitled Bee Game

Have you recently been charmed by the meme-spawning Untitled Goose Game and if so are you looking for another mischievous creature to inhabit, like some kind of awful body-snatcher? Bee Simulator, which is developed by VARSAV Game Studios and published by Big Ben Interactive, might appear to have you covered on the surface. Unfortunately, it's a case of buyer bee-ware this time around. Bee Simulator isn't likely to scratch your animal simulator itch, and at £34.99 you might feel a sting in your wallet too. It released on PS4, Switch and Xbox One on November 14th 2019. Gameplay Bee Simulator is initially charming, with gorgeous presentation and a promising opening section demonstrating basic flight mechanics. Unfortunately, Bee Simulator quickly becomes tedious. As you might exp...

Narcos: Rise of the Cartels – Netflix Comes To Life

19Nov

By KevinNo Comments

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Narcos: Rise of the Cartels – Netflix Comes To Life

Introduction Narcos: Rise of the Cartels, developed by Kuju, is based on the Netflix hit series Narcos. Set in Columbia, it's a chance to delve into the ever present drug trade in the region. Time to pick my side and start a war. Time to get my shotgun, police badge on a chain round my neck and some cheap Aviators and take the first flight south into the troubles zone. Gameplay Narcos: Rise of the Cartels is a turn-based strategy game where you take control of individuals involved in various scenarios. I decided to play as the DEA because I like the look of an 80s cop with a cliché tash (as opposed to a native Columbian with a cliché tash) The tutorial will take you through the basics of moving, shooting and running away. Each player has skills which are either traits or actions....

Need for Speed Heat Review – The Heat Is On!

18Nov

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Need for Speed Heat Review – The Heat Is On!

Drifting around the car crash that was Need for Speed: Payback is NFS: Heat, but is this a return to the glory days or just another speed bump on the highway heading towards the nearest trade-in shop? Making its debut in 1994, Need for Speed is a franchise that most gamers will have fond memories of playing. Whether it be Underground, Hot Pursuit or Most Wanted, most people have an affinity with the franchise but then everything changed. After 24 games, an oversaturated market and a litterny of mediocre releases, it seemed to many that the franchise had broken down on the hard shoulder. However, in steps Need for Speed: Heat. Revitalizing the series with a focus on arcade racing and adding new elements such as the day/night cycle, fans that enjoyed any of the previous versions sho...

Let’s Sing 2020 Review – The Show Must Go On

12Nov

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Let’s Sing 2020 Review – The Show Must Go On

After the news that the SingStar servers are soon to be turned off we can at least rejoice that we still have a singing game in our midst with Ravenscourt & Voxler's Let's Sing 2020 which is available now on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Do you fancy yourself as the next Pop Idol? or perhaps you just want to take on your friends and family for bragging rights? Either way, I am ready to hit those high notes and upset the neighbours! Gameplay As soon as Let's Sing loads up the whole house will know what's going on as its melodic pop beat begins to repeatedly play through your speakers. This year's iteration brings you a variety of modes; Classic where 1-4 players can pick and sing through all the available hits in the library; Feat. which allows 1-2 players to sing a duet with you...

8Nov

By KevinNo Comments

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Frostpunk Review – You’re A Cold As Ice

11 Bit Studios brings us Frostpunk, an innovative city-building game set in a post-apocalyptic frozen England. Time to dig out my boots, snowshoes and put hot soup in my thermos. This adventure looks like it could be a long one. Gameplay A band of people gather, they set off to create a new world where they can thrive. It's very cold and many will not make the perilous journey. I have a sneaking suspicion that I will make it, not only make it, but the people will look up to me and in my hands will be the responsibility of creating the last city on earth and saving humanity. Pressure off, if I fail, no one will ever read the history books. Frostpunk starts out by giving me three options, I can play a specific scenario from the main game, play endless mode, or I can play 'A New Home...

Farming Simulator 19 Platinum Edition Review – A Touch of CLAAS

1Nov

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Farming Simulator 19 Platinum Edition Review – A Touch of CLAAS

Everyone loves a good sim game providing they have a lot of time to sit around and play them. A game with a long term objective that allows you to build up from nothing is perfect for those lazy days or even to take up the time while you are recovering from an illness. Although originally released on PS4 back in November last year, Farming Simulator 19 from devs GIANTS Software can now be bought with an extra 35 new vehicles and tools from the manufacturer CLAAS in the new Platinum Edition which is available now. Gameplay Farming Simulator games can be a bit like marmite, you either love them or hate them. Personally I do enjoy the thrill of jumping in a tractor and carrying out farming tasks however this is mainly due to me being surrounded by both agricultural and pastoral farml...

Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered Review – Set Proton Packs To Nostalgia

25Oct

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Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered Review – Set Proton Packs To Nostalgia

Ever fancied donning a boiler suit, strapping on a proton pack and zapping some ghosts? Well, your luck is in as Saber Interactive bring to us the remaster of the 2009 hit Ghostbusters: The Video Game! With the anticipation beginning to rise for Ghostbusters 3 which is releasing July 2020, is this a great time to resurrect the Ghostbusters and jump onto the hype train? Gameplay For those of you that can not remember the original game, yeah 10 years have passed, Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered (referred to as Ghostbusters herein) allows you to play in 3rd person through a unique storyline as a 5th ghostbuster, that never talks I may add, as you battle and capture the ghosts and spooky apparitions across New York City. When the Ghostbusters game was created to mark the 25th...

18Oct

By JasonNo Comments

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Megaquarium Review – Mega Fishy Fun

Swimming into gaming stores across all consoles on the 18th October is Megaquarium from developers Twice Circled, the creator of the wonder drug tycoon game Big Pharma. If you are a huge fan of economic simulation games and also want to play something a little different, this brand new little gem may be just what you are looking for. Gameplay I love tycoon games. There is something rewarding in trying to figure out the correct strategy for a particular situation and then either seeing it come to fruition or cause a catastrophic event further down the line. Since the early days of games like Theme Hospital, Theme Park, Sim Tower and Holiday Island I have been hooked. To be given Megaquarium to review was mixed emotions for me, yes I love tycoon style games however I am probably th...

A Knight’s Quest Review – The Legend of Rusty: The Wind Breaker

17Oct

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A Knight’s Quest Review – The Legend of Rusty: The Wind Breaker

Remember the good old days playing PS2 era platformers? No? Well, don’t let that put you off as A Knight’s Quest is a fun 3D action adventure game developed by Sky9. Now it’s plain to see that the game wears its influence on its tunic. You don’t need to be Impa to see that Sky9 are obviously fans of the Zelda series and have used that to help build a world and game influenced by the franchise. As you’d expect, you explore Regalia, a beautifully crafted world, collecting elemental weapons and magical powers from three Spirit Knights in order to bring peace to the world. Gameplay The game features many elements that you’d expect in an adventure game: puzzles, platforming, exploration and sub-par combat. Although these are conventions of the genre, they are still extremely fun. The p...