Anime

15Sep

By CharlotteNo Comments

MIGHTREYA To Be Published By 505 Games

505 Games is excited to announce the upcoming release of MIGHTREYA. A thrilling anime-styled hero action game, developed by solo Japanese indie developer Wazen. MIGHTREYA promises to deliver an electrifying experience that blends extraordinary aerial hero battles with a captivating anime-style story. Story Time In MIGHTREYA, players will step into the shoes of the unexpected hero Reya and her manager Nio as they navigate their roles as Hero Content Creators in a world suddenly besieged by monstrous beings from another dimension. Prepare for heart-pounding superhero aerial battles with intuitive controls, allowing players to effortlessly lock onto targets, unleash rapid attacks, and chain combos with ease. Anime-inspired, heart-pounding hero action is waiting for you! To celebrate the ...

9Sep

By Paul WrightNo Comments

News & Updates

New Atelier Game Announced

KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Gust have unveiled the latest instalment in the fan-favourite Atelier series, Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land. An action-packed trailer was released to celebrate the announcement, giving fans their first glimpse of the story, characters, and gameplay awaiting them in this new magical JRPG adventure. Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land Atelier is a series, along with Yakuza and Trials of, that I've wanted to get into. This might end up being my jumping-in point next year. Let's find out what we can expect from this new entry to the long-running series. New Atelier Game Who This In a world where alchemy has become taboo and is considered evil Yumia Liessfeldt and her companions as they s...

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles – PC Review

21Aug

By Ruddy CelestialNo Comments

PC Reviews

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles – PC Review

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles is an Action RPG City Builder developed by ZOC Corp. Published by Bandai Namco, comes a game for this popular anime series that isn't mobile only. Normally when an anime gets a video game adaptation, you'd get one of two things. They'll either find a point of the story to add something that wasn't ever in the books. Or they'll have us play the current story with our own hands to experience the whole thing first hand. I'm keen to see which road this takes us on. Forget you, I'm going to build my own city! With monsters...and a slime? Yeah! A slime! Gameplay That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles gives us a long recap. Which if you aren't a fan of the anime is much needed. This is followed by a small tutoria...

8Feb

By Ruddy CelestialNo Comments

PC Reviews

Granblue Fantasy Relink PC Review

Granblue Fantasy Relink is an Action RPG, developed by Cygames. The series has been around since 2014 as a turn-based RPG mobile app. Sadly this mobile game is only available in Japan and still running the last 10 years with new campaigns. They even have crossover characters from Anime and Manga that were popular at those times. Though you can also watch the Granblue Fantasy anime to catch up on the story before going through Relink. Granblue Fantasy takes the luxury of both flying and cruising into one beautiful package. Well, until the sky pirates appear and they shoot anchors at you. Not enough Granblue Fantasy? Well, there is a fighting game that has some very unique mechanics that has you planning out your matches. Now onto the review of the game before I give away too much! Ga...

Valthirian Arc: Hero School Story 2 – PS5 Review

30Jun

By Alex HamptonNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Valthirian Arc: Hero School Story 2 – PS5 Review

Valthirian Arc: Hero School Story 2 is a blend of JRPG-lite and build simulation genres, developed by Agate Games. They're an Indonesian-based dev who, until the Valthirian Arc series, had focused primarily on mobile games. The game is published by PCube, whose previous credits include Arcrunner and Tormented Souls. Valthirian Arc - Back to School It launched on the 22nd of June for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC. Gameplay I’d honestly not heard of the original game, Valthirian Arc: Hero School Story, released in late 2018, so I was keen to explore what this genre-fusing RPG had in store for me. Valthirian Arc sees you taking on the role of Principle of one of the Valthirian regions’ academies, where students come to expand their skills as Knights, Mages, Clerics or Ar...

21Sep

By Jamie DepledgeNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

SD Gundam Battle Alliance – PS5 Review

Alright, I have a confession to make. Despite Gundam existing for over 40 years, I've never actually experienced anything from this franchise before writing my review. This gives SD Gundam Battle Alliance an excellent opportunity to introduce a total Gundam newbie into an extensive franchise. Let's hope this newest entry can successfully condense content pulled from over 4 decades of potential history. Welcome to "G" Universe Let's be honest, giant robots going up against other big robots will always be cool, no matter what age we may be. Gameplay Initially, an unknown pilot is warped into the ‘G:Universe’, a simulated world that stores every important battle in the Gundan mythos. Their ally Juno Astarte is also along for the ride. After a few battles, the duo also gets introduced ...

17Aug

By Gareth TruemanNo Comments

Switch Reviews

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Switch Review

Developed by Monolith Soft and published by Nintendo. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is the third instalment of the widely popular RPG. It was released on the 22nd of July, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. Is It The Best Number 3 In Any Franchise? The first two instalments of Xenoblade Chronicles are arguably some of the best RPGs to ever be made. Who knows what heights they would have reached if they weren't Nintendo exclusives? Now after five long-awaited years fans are finally playing the sequel. If it is half as good as the original two then it will surely be a hit. So let's find out, shall we? If you enjoyed this review then why not check out my previous one here? You can also catch up with what the rest of the Thumb Culture team is up to on our social media. Gameplay Trying to...

Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream

24Feb

By Mike DifferNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream

Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream is the latest instalment in the Atelier franchise. It continues the trend of single-player RPGs in a somewhat open-world akin to late 1700s or early 1800s Europe. It was developed and published by Koei Tecmo who have been part of the series since it began on the PS1 in 1997. I was excited to play the game after having enjoyed the Atelier Mysterious Trilogy Deluxe Pack. If you are a fan of the series then I have no doubt you will too. And if you are interested, you can read my review here of the original Atelier Mysterious Trilogy here. The Adventure Continues! Atelier Sophie 2 is available on February 25th on PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4 & PS5. The TC team and I would love to hear your thoughts and opinions on Atelier Sophie 2. So d...

UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r] Review – Flashy Fightin’ Anime Action

9Mar

By CraigNo Comments

Switch Reviews

UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r] Review – Flashy Fightin’ Anime Action

Originally developed by Ecole Software and French-Bread, Under Night In-Birth is a 2d fighting game based on a visual novel of the same name. Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r] is the most recently updated version of that game developed by French-Bread and Arc System Works. It released on the Playstation 4 and Nintendo Switch on February 20th, 2020. For the purpose of this review, I'll be taking a look at the Nintendo Switch version of the game. Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r] is a fighting game I was looking forward to getting a hands-on with, because of my fondness for past Arc System Works fighting games like Blazblu. So without further delay, let's jump into it and see how it stacks up! Gameplay Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r] is a 2D anime stylized fighting game, develop...

Valkyria Chronicles 4 PC Review – Tactical Anime War Bliss!

12Feb

By AlexNo Comments

PC Reviews

Valkyria Chronicles 4 PC Review – Tactical Anime War Bliss!

Valkyria Chronicles 4, developed and published by SEGA is the latest release in an amazing line of tactical action RPG games. Easily combining leveling up and grinding with tactics and third-person control of each unit, SEGA makes sure you have complete control over every aspect of your little unit. Find out why I am so in love with this game and more by reading my review below. DO IT! Gameplay Valkyria Chronicles 4 is amazing. I am gonna just say that flat out. Available on PC, Playstation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch, I am reviewing this game for Pc. You are Commander Claude Wallace and together with a group of friends and an amazing cast of other soldiers with you, you take control of every squad member you assign. There is a massive amount of customization here. Each soldier has thei...