Tag: Casual

If you’re looking for a game that won’t take up too much time or brain space, come browse the Thumb Culture news pieces and reviews of the latest casual games.

Death of the Reprobate – PC Review
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Death of the Reprobate – PC Review

Death of the Reprobate is the follow up game to The Procession to Calvary from solo indie developer Joe Richardson, and the final game within the Immortal John Triptych. Those unfamiliar with Richardson's work and who love Monty Python style humour really should rectify this immediately. And yes I am saying this because I am biased! The games are literal works of art. Renaissance art to be precise. However, if you're of a sensitive disposition this is not the review, nor game for you. Nudity, Vulgarity and Renaissance Artwork I have been a fan of Joe Richardson's works since I stumbled upon The Procession To Calvary during the good old Covid lockdowns of 2020. With nothing to do aside staying in my house working and parenting a toddler, I slowly lost my mind. Giving me the perfect mindse...
Ritual Party, A New Horror Party Game Unmasked
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Ritual Party, A New Horror Party Game Unmasked

Hologram Monster Oy have unmasked their latest game, Ritual Party. A brand-new horror-themed co-op party game that challenges players to summon cosmic horrors from the Cthulhu mythos together. Friends Who Summon Together... Ritual Party is a 4-player co-op party game in which the players conduct rituals to summon all manner of cosmic horrors . With nosy neighbours, mischievous ghosts, and a host of random events constantly challenging players, the path to summoning ultimate horror is far from straightforward. Chaos ensues as the players strive to complete the ceremony, a tough endeavour by itself, before law enforcement busts down the door. Candles need to be lit, pentagrams drawn and blood sacrifices be made. Each stage challenges players to summon an Old One, with some stages intr...
Sintopia Announced By Piraknights and Team17
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Sintopia Announced By Piraknights and Team17

 Team17 Digital and  Piraknights Games have unveiled their new game, Sintopia. A God simulation game where you reign over Imployees in the bureaucratic administration of Hell. And no, that's not the tax office! Next Sinner Please Sintopia is a mix of builder and God game, with an asymmetrical loop. Players can influence a civilization to make their mark on the world. Unfortunately for these people this also damns their souls thanks to every sin they commit trying to do just that! Continue your demonic fun as you punish the dead souls! All to generate profit to help you build and sustain your Hellish empire.Don't forget to keep your receipts for the accounting department though! Maybe this is the tax office afterall... https://youtu.be/YRmlUl1vXXc Key Game Features Be All powerfu...
Castle Crashers studios announces brand new game, BEHEMOTH
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Castle Crashers studios announces brand new game, BEHEMOTH

Publisher and developer, The Behemoth, celebrates their studio's 21st anniversary with a brand new game set to release on Halloween. It's a bird, it's a plane, it's BEHEMOTH Players who are fans of titles such as Castle Crashers, Battleblock Theatre, and Alien Hominid will be excited to know a new game from the studio is coming out soon. BEHEMOTH is a single-player "dodge and flap" arcade game where players must flap through the sky, rescue all the baby chicks, and dodge obstacles all whilst collecting candy to increase their scores. Players will be able to unlock over 175 cosmetic items to fully customize their feathery character, as well as compete against other players for the top spot in the daily leader boards. After twenty-one years of making games with their iconic chicken ma...
Pokemon TCG Pocket hosting London Outernet Event
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Pokemon TCG Pocket hosting London Outernet Event

The Pokémon Company International have announced a free-of-charge pop-up event to celebrate the launch of the new Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) Pocket game! Taking place at Outernet London 9–10 November 2024. Take part in immersive Pokémon TCG Pocket pack openings, take photos with Captain Pikachu and enjoy other Pokémon-related activities. PikaPika Captain Pikachu from Pokémon Horizons: The Series will appear regularly throughout the event. Pose for photos with Captain Pikachu and get your photo displayed on the digital wall. The fun doesn't stop there! The event will also offer hands-on experiences with Pokémon Scarlet, Pokémon Violet and Pokémon Legends: Arceus on Nintendo Switch consoles. Those who visit Outernet London during the event period will also be able to find exclu...
Fruitbus – PC Review
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Fruitbus – PC Review

Get ready to take ownership of Grandma's Fruitbus, the latest game release from Krillbite Studio! You might remember not too long ago that we wrote a news piece about this game after the official release date was announced. I've been dying to get my hands on it ever since! I'm basically Gordon Ramsey with a Fruitbus Gameplay Grandma has left you her beloved Fruitbus in the hopes that you will be able to reconnect with the locals of three different islands and invite them to one final meal. It's up to you to right your Grandma's wrongs and create dishes that will help you forge friendships and learn more about your Grandma's past. The main gameplay elements consist of foraging for ingredients as you travel around the different islands and creating recipes for customers that you find...
Tiny House Simulator – PC Preview
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Tiny House Simulator – PC Preview

Thanks to the team over at Far From Sky, I have had the chance to play a demo of their debut creation, Tiny House Simulator. Set on an idyllic island, the goal is to grow your budding tiny house business. Tiny House Simulator is due to release in early access on the 5th of November. However, you can now play the demo to get a feel for the gameplay and the mechanics.  How tiny will your home be? Gameplay Tiny House Simulator houses a warm and inviting world, where you watch tiny houses come to life. It is a playground of possibilities, with each home being a reflection of both your creativity, but also a reflection of the personalities of your clients. This could be a cosy cabin deep into the woods or a bright and breezy haven by the sea. It is your job to craft and customise these hom...
Just Dance 2025 Edition – Switch Review
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Just Dance 2025 Edition – Switch Review

Do you enjoy dancing your heart out? Then, Just Dance 2025 may be the game for you! Developed and published by Ubisoft, it is the sixteenth instalment in the main Just Dance series. Just Dance 2025 is already out on Switch, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S as of the 15th. Get your dancing shoes on! As the name of the game suggests, you just need to dance. Whether good or bad at dancing, the game caters to your ability. Have you played any of the Just Dance series games? Let me know in the comments how Just Dance 2025 compares to the rest of the 16 instalments. Gameplay Just Dance 2025 follows the same pattern as its predecessor, with the addition of several new enhancements. It continues to expand on being a light hearted gameplayer experience. Making exercise fun, whilst also enabling the ab...
LEGO Fortnite Halloween Event
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LEGO Fortnite Halloween Event

Whats this? A LEGO Fortnite Halloween event?! Expanding on its range of action-packed games, the LEGO Islands within Fortnite are unleashing two more worlds upon players. These are  LEGO Chasers Vs Hunters and LEGO Monster Fishing!  “We’re excited to expand our LEGO Island experiences within Fortnite to give players even more challenging ventures to uncover and explore”, said Kari Vinther Nielsen, Head of Play & Creator Growth at LEGO GAME. “In collaboration with Epic Games, we’ve designed the new Islands to delve into some unexpected horrors and mysteries, just in time for Halloween. We can’t wait to see the creativity and teamwork that players will bring to these thrilling new adventures!” LEGO Chasers Vs Hunters In the all-new LEGO Chasers Vs Hunters players are divided into team...
Hot Wheels: Monster Trucks Stunt Mayhem – PS5 Review
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Hot Wheels: Monster Trucks Stunt Mayhem – PS5 Review

Launched recently was Hot Wheels: Monster Truck Stunt Mayhem. Developed by 3D Clouds and published by GameMill Entertainment, this monster truck game based on Mattel toys was likely to appeal to a varying audience. They weren't wrong. Allowing die-hard monster truck fans to get into their favourite Hot Wheels truck and perform incredible tricks that break the laws of reality. Let's Get Ready To Rumble If you ever played with any of the Hot Wheels cars in your childhood, or even if you are a parent to a monster truck fan. Then this review might be the one you've been looking for. So let's take to the track. Gameplay The core gameplay in Hot Wheels: Monster Trucks Stunt Mayhem (Phew what a title, I promise I won't use it too many times through the article. Just enough to satisfy the SEO ...