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Hallows Hill: The Online Escape Room Experience – PC Review

31Oct

By JasonNo Comments

Hallows Hill: The Online Escape Room Experience – PC Review

Recently, the TC gang received a strange email, inviting us to assemble and go to Hallows Hill. Intrigued, we rallied our toughest members and ventured across the digital world to this spooky abandoned house. Hallows Hill is no ordinary game. Requiring a mere web browser and the technical capability to be able to share your screen with your team of up to 6, you are good to go. Immersive Team-Based Horror Fun! The developers, Wolf Escape Games, have a couple of escape games under their belt. How would we find our foray into Hallows Hill? More importantly, would we all survive? Gameplay I must say, I haven't played a game like this yet. Yes, I have taken part in actual escape rooms and have been intrigued by the puzzles, both physical and mental. But how would they transfer into a...

Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition – PS5 review

25Oct

By Mal1 Comment

PlayStation Reviews

Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition – PS5 review

THQ Nordic treat us this year with a re-release of a much-loved classic, Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition. Darksiders II was initially released in 2012 on the PS3 and Xbox 360. In 2015, they released the Deathinitive Edition for the PS4 and Xbox One, which boasted improved gameplay. It’s now got the next gen upgrade which introduces even more updates, like; load times, 4K resolution, and DualSense integration. making the most of this generation's hardware. I got the opportunity to check it out recently, check out my review below. A NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER Remasters like this give a new audience another look at games which may have passed them by at the time. For me, it was the latter, I didn't get a chance to play this originally on release. Are there any games you tried ...

Shattered: Escape Room Experience Coming to Meta Quest

25Oct

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Shattered: Escape Room Experience Coming to Meta Quest

PlaySide Studios Ltd is bringing a psychological thriller called Shattered to the Meta Quest 3 and 3S. This ground-breaking mixed-reality labyrinth of escape rooms and mind-twisting puzzles will enshroud players into an immersive experience. Shattered is a single-player game set to release in December 2024. Escape from your own living room Shattered invites players to step into the shoes of a private investigator named Jessica. Her task is to unravel the dark secrets of a twisted mental health facility. This mixed-reality adventure transforms your living space into a dynamic play space. Navigate through eerie vignettes filled with intricate puzzles and unsettling scenarios, all while exploring the fragmented memories of the enigmatic Jessica. "Prepare to lose your mind in the world of S...

24Oct

By JasonNo Comments

PC Reviews

Prim – PC Review

Prim by German-based devs Common Colors (formerly CMMN CLRS) is a fascinating 2D point-and-click adventure game coming to PC today (24th October)! The quirky but cute game has been led by founder Jonas Fisch, who, interestingly, is an English and philosophy teacher during the day. Having fallen in love with the amazing "Day of the Tentacle" game back in the day, Prim is his first full-length game. Made possible thanks to a team of talented freelancers. Prim started as a concept back in 2018 and was brought about thanks to a fully funded Kickstarter in 2021. Impressively reaching 100% funding in 22 hours. Prim - Visions Are Worth Fighting For With inspiration drawn from Tim Burton, Henry Selick, Terry Pratchett, LucasArts, and a dose of Greek mythology. Who is Prim and how does it play...

23Oct

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Neva Releases Across Platforms

Neva the latest title from Nomada Studio's and Devolver Digital has released across consoles and PC. Enticing players to forge the most intense bond of their existence the game is retailing for around £16.99. Neva Eva Neva is about the powerful bond that unites a young woman and a beautiful wolf in a decaying world. Following a traumatic encounter with the Dark Ones, Alba finds herself tied to a mischievous and curious wolf cub. Together, they embark on adventures full of dangers, encounters and challenges. Built on the foundations of Grey, Neva offers a delicate blend of platform and thinking, in addition to light and intuitive battles against monstrous creatures. This coherent set benefits from a minimalist interface and bathes in an inspired universe where the breath-taking artis...

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom – Switch Review

18Oct

By StuartNo Comments

Switch Reviews

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom – Switch Review

Here at Thumb Culture, we covered the news of the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom last month. Since then I've been taking my time with the game to make sure I give it a fair review. Why? Well, because I am not a Legend of Zelda fan. Now, don't get me wrong, I enjoyed Link's Awakening back in 1993 on my Gameboy, but I haven't really touched a Zelda game since. No time like the present I guess! Here Come The Girls You can buy a copy of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom right now on the Nintendo Store. Simple, you don't even need Navi to guide you! Gameplay As mentioned above, I've never been a massive Legend of Zelda fan, I've always dipped my toe in and tried the games just in case my feelings changed. Well, I can honestly say that after playing Echoes of Wisdom, I...

14Oct

By KatNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Keep Driving – PC Preview

Keep Driving is a game developed and published by YCJY Games, who are a two person crew from Gothenburg, Sweden. This is their newest game in development, putting a new spin onto the RPG turn based genre with a retro vibe. Take a trip into your 1981 Sedan, while meeting different characters with their own quirks and tribulations. Make sure to maintain your car, your energy and hunger. Upgrade your car to give you an edge dealing with pigeons on the road, slow cars or bad weather. Plan your routes and hope you make it to your destination! Keep Driving has been revealed by YCJY Games with no release date as of yet but hopefully we hear about this soon! You can wishlist Keep Driving right now on Steam! Bananas, chocolate, aspirin and a video game? All set for my drive! Gameplay Keep D...

The Spirit of the Samurai launches in December

14Oct

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

News & Updates

The Spirit of the Samurai launches in December

Leading UK games publisher Kwalee and Spanish developer Digital Mind S.L. are pleased to announce the release date for upcoming 2D stop-motion action adventure, The Spirit of the Samurai. The game is coming to PC via Steam on December 12, 2024. Fans can experience a glimpse of this adventure inspired by Japanese mythology, as the demo for The Spirit of the Samurai will be available starting with Steam Next Fest from October 14. Prepare to defend against mythical forces Unlock the power of the Samurai Assume the role of Takeshi, a Japanese samurai who has to protect his village from the onslaught of an Oni attempting to conquer the land with his undead army. Fight against his army inspired by Japanese mythology, in a unique, brutal stop-motion cinematic adventure. Defend the Forb...

Jedi Power Battles Releasing on PC & Consoles

13Oct

By PaulNo Comments

News & Updates

Jedi Power Battles Releasing on PC & Consoles

Aspyr, the studio behind 2024's Tomb Raider Trilogy Remaster and the recently announce Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver Remaster, have announced a STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles remaster for PC and consoles. Originally available for the Dreamcast, PlayStation and Gameboy Advance between 2000-2002, the updated version is due to launch early next year. This Is Where The Fun Begins Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles with this fast-paced lightsaber action game featuring enhanced gameplay and controls, environments, game modes, and more. Use the power of the Force and your trusty lightsaber against legions of droids, assassins, and other legendary foes. Look forward to revisiting locations from The Phantom Menace like Naboo, Theed Palace...

XXX NIGHTSHIFT Announced By Dark Math Games

13Oct

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

XXX NIGHTSHIFT Announced By Dark Math Games

Dark Math Games have announced the formation of their brand-new UK based studio. Made up of a small breakaway group, the team of 20 have been working on their first title, XXX NIGHTSHIFT. This Sci-Fi Detective RPG game will launch on PC and is currently listed on Steam Coming Soon page. Atypical nightshift Welcome to World’s End, Mount Hope! A luxury Ski resort in Antarctica. Who are you? You are Patrol Op, Dinorah Katz. As a Patrol Operative, it’s entirely up to you how you spend your polar nights—solving gruesome murders, breaking sacred hearts, or just killing bloody time. XXX NIGHTSHIFT's original science-fiction setting lands you in a resort that shouldn’t exist with people that you shouldn’t know with the endless polar night covering a multitude of sins. XXX NIGHTSHIFT w...