Previews & Early Access

10Jul

By HannanNo Comments

Witchspire – PC Early Access Preview

Witchspire is an excellent game for those looking to collect cute critters and fly on a broom as a witch, even if it’s a little rough around the edges. Envar Games may not be too popular, but its portfolio is fairly impressive. Known for co-developing games such as League of Legends and Overwatch 2, Witchspire is the first full-scale in-house project the studio has decided to tackle. Released in early access for PC via Steam, the game’s several flaws hide a relaxing and calming experience. The Makings of a Magical World The open-world survival genre has seen a massive boon in popularity recently, spawning tons of games that utilize similar crafting mechanics. Witchspire takes those mechanics and blends them with a witch-based cozy game that lets you soar in the sky, collect cute creat...

Shipping Store Simulator 2037 – PC Preview

9Jul

By KevinNo Comments

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Shipping Store Simulator 2037 – PC Preview

Did you ever want a slice of the shipping pie? Get products in and have them picked up for a hefty commission? Well, now you have your chance with Shipping Store Simulator 2037, a one-stop shop to riches and fame, today a dingy office, tomorrow a trip to the moon on a spaceship. All you have to do is fulfil a few orders, simple, right? Time to flip the open sign to green, the world awaits. Boxing Clever or Card Bored out of my Mind Having worked for small businesses most of my life, this shouldn't be much of a challenge, after all, I have learnt a lot. All I have to do is get in the goods and fulfill orders, the more I think about it the more I wonder how Playstrom have turned it into a game. I am sure that my sales targets as well as my anticipated excitement levels will both be reached...

25Jun

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

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Fatekeeper – PC Early Access Preview

Fatekeeper is a first-person RPG now available in early access. In development by Paraglacial with publishing by THQ Nordic, this solo adventure has you wielding melee weaponry and magic as you explore ancient ruins and encounter an assortment of creatures who have only your death in mind. You can pick it up now only for PC on Steam. Similar Look, Different Feel in Fatekeeper I think I’ve played a cumulative total of less than 20 hours of Skyrim and other Elder Scrolls games. Apart from ESO, anyhow. But it feels like the most direct comparison at a glance when you see screenshots and videos of Fatekeeper. Sure, it probably has some similarities, such as perspective and visuals. But what makes it different? Let’s take a look at this early access state below. Gameplay Fatekeeper is a...

22Jun

By Mike CreweNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Bellwright – PS5 Preview

After two years in Ealy Access on Steam, Bellwright has come to consoles! Available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, how does this mediaeval-themed open-world survival game fare on the new hardware? Developed by Donkey Crew, Bellwright is still labelled as Early Access on Steam, and states that the console versions will be updated alongside it as it heads to a 1.0 release. With that said, let's preview this intriguing-looking title, shall we? Bellwright, or Bellwrong? It's rare for games to come to PS5 whilst still being worked on (updates and DLC notwithstanding), so I was intrigued to see if Bellwright was even in a playable state! The story opens with little more than a text box explaining a little about your situation. Years ago, your family fled the Karvenian uprising. A...

11Jun

By KatNo Comments

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Mr Toilet – PC Preview

Mr Toilet is a first-person cleaning simulator. The game was developed/published by Radikate Games and also published by FreeMind.games & PlayWay S.A. You take control of a toilet clerk in a restroom building. Cleaning and looking after the place. Making sure customers are charged for using the facilities and not committing vandalism. Mr Toilet first released a demo, which was available pre-release; the demo is still available now if you want to give it a try before buying! The game developer also discloses using generative AI elements on the Steam page, which you can view there. Mr Toilet is now available to purchase on Steam in Early Access for £6.27 here. Get ready to scrub, scrub, scrub! Gameplay Mr Toilet has you start off as a janitor, you stock up your restroom...

Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era – PC Preview

10Jun

By JoseNo Comments

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Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era – PC Preview

Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era is a turn-based fantasy strategy game developed by Unfrozen and published by Hooded Horse. It combines hero exploration, kingdom management, and tactical battles in the magical world of Enroth. It's out now in Early Access on Steam, so let's check it out. Lo, The Heroes of Yore Returneth After years of decline and neglect under Ubisoft, the long-running Heroes of Might and Magic series is making a comeback for its 30th anniversary. The IP-hoarding dragon Ubisoft was wise enough to restore the game to its classic name and partner with strategy-focused publisher Hooded Horse, known for recent hits like Manor Lords, to help revive the franchise. Developers Unfrozen have done a fantastic job at recreating the old-school, turn-based, hexagon-layered fantasy...

Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core – PC Early Access Preview

4Jun

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

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Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core – PC Early Access Preview

Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core is the latest FPS adventure deep into Ghost Ship Game's mining planet of Hoxxes. In this roguelite structure, you're sent as a Reclaimer to investigate mining operations deep within the planet. With nothing but a pick in your hand, join up with up to three other players and earn upgrades and gear enhancements the deeper you go. It is available now in early access on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. Not the Usual Mining Adventure in Rogue Core I'm still a big fan of Deep Rock Galactic. Like many games, I haven't spent as much time in it as I would have liked. But my ears perked up when I caught wind of a new entry to the IP. This was especially the case once I found out it was going to be a roguelite too! Check out my thoughts on the state of the latest entry bel...

28May

By Olivia HoultonNo Comments

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Better Than Dead – PC Preview

Kill your captors, rescue the others, and record every second of your revenge in Better Than Dead, the new release from developer Monte Gallo. With help from developer MicroProse Software, Better Than Dead delivers a brutal, bodycam-style first-person shooter. Revenge is a dish best served cold Better Than Dead is now available in Early Access. Monte Gallo has released the game in Early Access so that Better Than Dead will benefit from player feedback. The game is fully playable with 14 levels, with the plan to be in Early Access for approximately 6-12 months. How does Better Than Dead play so far? Let's find out. Gamplay Set in a world inspired by Hong Kong, Better Than Dead delivers a raw and brutal revenge story. A kill list and a gun are all you need, with there being no r...

Mystery Egg Shop Simulator: Prologue – PC Review

26May

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

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Mystery Egg Shop Simulator: Prologue – PC Review

Obsessed with mini figures? Love opening mystery boxes? Rocinante Games is here to fill the hole in your heart when you're just desperate to open a plastic bag and see which figure you get with their new release. Mystery Egg Shop Simulator: Prologue is a long demo of their upcoming release. I played through the Prologue, which you can find on Steam, to see whether this game had high hopes or was going to end up in a back office never to be shelved. Mystery Egg? Don't mind if I do! Gameplay Mystery Egg Shop Simulator features the pretty generic simulator gameplay. Buy things through a shop; unload boxes from a van; stack the shelves with product; cash out customers. It adds another layer to the gameplay with the collectable mini-figures. Similar to the card elements in the game ...

21May

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

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Deadhaus Sonata – PC Early Access

Deadhaus Sonata is a new title from someone who worked on Legacy of Kain and Too Human. In this game we will be assuming a role of an undead vampire that will bring terror and fear to the world. The game is now out and begins its early access life on Steam for just £16.75. I personally haven't played any of his previous work, so I won't know if there are any nods to his other games. But maybe check out our reviews for some of the Legacy of Kain releases. Bring terror to a new land. Gameplay Deadhaus Sonata, throws you into the tutorial after a small screen of dialogue. There is not much in the way of story-telling from what I could see, rather most information is placed in lore stones. These are green obelisks found in the world and the hub. In the hub I could do a couple of things; e...