Action RPG

28Nov

By Ruddy CelestialNo Comments

Vivid World – PC Review

Vivid World is an Action, Adventure, Strategy game from Asobism. The successor to another game from Asobism called Vivid Knight released back on May 26, 2021. Available on Steam, this is an adorable dark pastel game that gives me notes of games like Labrinth of Refrain and Etrian Odyssey for their party build mechanics. Bejeweled except if people were trapped inside and you just have to get 3 to level them up. Vivid World has a good amount of pros and cons to how their system works. However the game's mechanics simple and easy to grasp once you go through your first dungeon. But, enough of that. Let's grab as many crystals as we can and get to the review before someone runs out of mana. Gameplay You play as Lemuria, a witch in training who was just in class as usual, when out of no...

28Nov

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

ASKA – PC Early Access Preview

ASKA is an open-world survival, colony management simulator. Currently in development by Sand Sailor Studio (Black The Fall), it is available right now as an early access title with Thunderful Publishing (GODBREAKERS). ASKA is only releasing on PC initially and you can pick it up over on Steam. Make ASKA Your Next Viking Adventure I will admit that I'm fairly sure I've seen advertisements for ASKA come across my feeds on occasion. I didn't look into it further because I heard "Viking" and "survival" and thought of Valheim. What I found was that and so much more; a pleasant surprise. I should have been remembering the fun times I had in Valheim and seeing else ASKA has to offer. Let me tell you why you should too in the review of its current state below. An impressive feature that is some...

Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion – PS5 Review

4Sep

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion – PS5 Review

Like any smart person who aims to try a new franchise, I jumped into the second entry rather than the first. So here we go with my thoughts on Daemon X Machina: Titan Scion, a new entry developed by Marvelous Inc, and brings it more fast-paced, mech piloting action. Take to the battlefield in your own fully customizable Arsenal mech, alone or with up to four friends. I'm playing the PS5 version, and if you aim to pick it up, then the base game costs £54.99 with two other editions available. Most importantly, there is a demo out so you play before you pay. Not everyone can just buy a game for full price. Some GIFs may contain flashing images. Time to prep your Arsenal! Daemon X Machina: Titan Scion begins with a cutscene giving a brief history of the game's world. Once done, we get to ...

23Jul

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers – PS5 Review

Earlier this year, I played the preview for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, a new souls-like game. Developed by Leenzee and published by 505 Games. Now, I’ll finally get the chance to step in and explore the world they’ve created. Has this one been on your list? If so, then you’ll be able to pick it up on PlayStation for £44.99, or for £49.99 will land you the Digital Deluxe Edition. That gets you a couple more outfits and weapons, as well as some skill point upgrades. If you want to know my previous thoughts on WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers’ preview, click here. Warning: GIFs used might contain flashing images. Fate is such a hard thing to avoid. Like I mentioned in my preview, we play as the titular character, Wuchang. A young woman who awakens in a cave with no recollection of what has pas...

21Jul

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Hell Clock – PC Review

Next up in my continuing spree of roguelikes comes Hell Clock by Rogue Snail (Relic Hunters Legend). Collect relics, gear, and further your descension with customizable builds in this new hack and slash style roguelite ARPG. With publishing by Mad Mushroom (Conquest Dark), the game releases on Steam this Tuesday, July 22nd. Don't Lock Into a Build in Hell Clock Yes, I know. I should give the roguelites a rest. But hear me out! They always look so quick and fun to pick up! I also seem to enjoy finding the interesting ways that they can differ from one another. Hell Clock is no different and I hope you'll take the time to see why you should also check out this new roguelite ARPG below! Gameplay Hell Clock is a roguelite, hack and slash ARPG that is set in the aftermath of the Canudos War...

18Jul

By StuartNo Comments

Switch Reviews

The Legend of Zelda – Switch 2 Overview

It wouldn't be a new piece of Nintendo tech without The Legend of Zelda. Thankfully with the release of the Switch 2 came new updated versions of both Breath of the Wild, and Tears of the Kingdom. As I'm a newcomer to the games, I'm taking my time to play through them fully. So this article is more a little piece about what updates have been brought to the Switch 2 versions of the game. Breath Deeper But Don't Cry For those who don't know about either games, firstly, where have you been hiding? Secondly, they are both incredible open world experiences. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Being first released on the Wii U and the Nintendo Switch back in March 2017. This game focuses on Link waking up after a 100-year sleep. Those of you with kids, that will definitely hit you in the...

Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army – PC Review

15Jul

By Ruddy CelestialNo Comments

PC Reviews

Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army – PC Review

Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is an action, RPG branching from the Shin Megami Tensei series. With the publishing power of ATLUS and the funding from SEGA, we finally get this game. This is a remaster of Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army. Originally released on the PlayStation 2 on October 10th, 2006, it was just one of several subseries under the SMT umbrella. I'm thrilled to get to play this game again after over a decade since my last playthrough, this time on PC! It's honestly going to be a bit difficult to remember everything from that version over the remaster. But, I'm going to give it a shot! Be it demon, human, or something in-between. As long as I got Gouto, my sword and my gun, nothing will stand in my way! It's the year Taisho 20 in T...

Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel 1.0 Release Date Announced

10Jul

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

News & Updates

Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel 1.0 Release Date Announced

What did you do yesterday? Maybe some work and played some games? Same. Oh and I attended an annoucement event from our friends over at Grindstone! And I come bearing good news. Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel, the Nordic-themed roguelite horde survivor, is rolling into a 1.0 release this September on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. More Norse Roguelite Goodness Grindstone has announced that Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel will be heading to a full 1.0 release very soon! It will be available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. I previously checked this game out when it hit early access earlier this year. It had already left a great impression on me and it was great to see more content has been added and improvements made with user input since. In fact they actually just launched a major content patch to...

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers – Preview Event

16Jun

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

Features, Previews & Early Access

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers – Preview Event

When I was asked by the Senior Editors here at Thumb Culture if I wanted to attend a preview event of Leenzee and 505 Games upcoming title Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, I'm sure you can guess my answer. Even if I had to make my way from Wales to that there London! I had intended to go into this game blind upon launch, but who can say no to playing a game early and getting to chat to the developers about it? Warning, the GIFs used in this article may contain flashing images! Destiny is a heavy burden for such small wings. For those who aren’t aware of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, it’s an upcoming Souls-like game with a Chinese Mythology setting. If you know how most Souls-likes go, then you’re fully aware of what to expect, but there are a couple cool things to point out. If you’re wondering ...

19May

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Empyreal – PC Review

Empyreal is a single-player, action RPG dungeon crawler by Silent Games. Explore the hidden depths of an ancient monolith while gradually improving your gear and abilities to take on tougher and more challenging areas. With publishing by Secret Mode (Still Wakes the Deep), Empyreal is available now on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Empyreal is Almost a Roguelite, Light Even when I'm not trying to play a roguelite I seem to end up with one. At least in a slight fashion. Though Empyreal doesn't call itself that, I could see some similarity. Besides, you had me at loot and dungeon crawler. Check out my thoughts on this new one below. Gameplay Empyreal is a 3rd-person, action RPG dungeon crawler. As a representative mercenary of the Company, you are sent to assist an expeditio...