Co-Op Games

16Dec

By KatNo Comments

Phantom Squad – PC Preview

Phantom Squad is an intense 1-4 player tactical top down shooter with some simple old school graphics, combining fast-paced combat with real-time strategy. Assemble a team of winners or end up a total disaster as you plan and extract from each mission. This is the first game developed by Ctrl Freak and will be published by Super Rare Originals! The demo for Phantom Squad is now available on Steam. The game puts you in the very well equipped but maybe not so well controlled SWAT members, dependant on your skill level, and put you through stressful situation, so be ready to grit your teeth and argue with friends over tactics as this is going to be a good one. Did I give up on the stealth and phantom approach after I broke the window? ABSOLUTELY If you have already played the demo, let u...

13Dec

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

PC Reviews

Murky Divers – PC Review

Ember Studios ironically brings us an underwater, online cooperative, looting game called Murky Divers. From what I’ve heard, it shares a lot of similarities to Lethal Company. I haven’t played Lethal Company because of the space setting. Underwater is more my thing, because, it is similar to space but more, well, “murky”. You can purchase it for £6.99 right now on Steam. The release for 1.0 will be launching shortly on the 12th of December, giving you something to look forward to. Warning: some GIFs used in this article might have flashing images. “Every dive is a new adventure.” – Philippe Cousteau Jr. Some of the Thumb Culture team and I gave the game a go to bring you this review, but if you prefer to go in blind then what are you doing here?! Go buy the game! Gameplay ...

12Dec

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

PC Reviews

Shop Simulator: Supermarket – PC Review

Please be aware this article contains gifs that may include flashing lights and patterns Here comes another simulator. This time, we are going to be working as a cashier in Shop Simulator: Supermarket. Created and self-published by the team Three River Games. The game itself is already out on Steam and will cost you £8.99. Cash or Card, Sir? Regular Thumb Culture readers will know, I love a good simulation game. If you do too then you may want to check out some of my other reviews including: Zoo Simulator, Recycling Centre, Storage Hunter, and most recently, Beff Jezos Simulator. But back to Shop Simulator: Supermarket! Gameplay In Shop Simulator: Supermarket we don’t have a story as such, more little goals to complete to become, well, a fully fledged supermarket. The game walks...

9Dec

By JasonNo Comments

PC Reviews

Railroads Online – PC Review

Railroads Online is a sandbox simulation game that puts you in the boots of a budding railroad tycoon during the golden age of steam. Developed by Stefan Kelnberger and published by Astragon Entertainment, the game promises an immersive experience of laying tracks, managing steam locomotives, and navigating a rugged, untamed wilderness. Railroading Your Way To The Top Railroads Online has now been fully released on PC having been in early access for the last 3 years. It is also available on PS5 and Xbox S|X. Does it deliver the engaging gameplay it promises, or does it run out of steam? Let’s find out. Gameplay At its core, Railroads Online is all about the intricate art of building and managing railroads. Many transport games do similar, however this game feels a lot different....

2Dec

By KatNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Ravenswatch – PS5 Review

Ravenswatch is a top-down roguelike action game in which you play as heroes of tales and legends that must slay hordes of nightmarish creatures. Ravenswatch was developed by Passtech Games and published by Nacon. You may recognise Passtech Games as they have made their mark with Ravenswatches' predecessor Curse of the Dead Gods. Another fantastic roguelike game. They have now returned with even more ideas and creativity! Now you can jump into Ravenswatch where you can play as 9 heroes, each with a unique twist and individual gameplay. The premise? The Nightmare has invaded the world of dreams and is corrupting everything in its wake. Faced with this evil, the Ravenswatch is gathering heroes from tales and legends from all over the world to lead a crucial battle and restore the fragile b...

Sherlock Holmes: Phantom’s Hour – PC Review

27Nov

By StuartNo Comments

PC Reviews

Sherlock Holmes: Phantom’s Hour – PC Review

After the last review of an online escape room experience from Wolf Escape Games, Hallows Hill, we wanted to see what their newest offering was like. Thankfully the team over there are incredibly friendly and offered us a code for their newest experience. Queue Sherlock Holmes: Phantom's Hour. Elementary...apparently. What happens when a team of wannabe detectives from the TC team all band together? Read on to found out how they got on. Gameplay I won't go into the ins and outs of how a Wolf Escape Game works. Instead, I recommend checking out Jason's review of the Hallows Hill experience here. Right, you're back, now on discovering all about Sherlock Holmes: Phantom's Hour. When a stranger writes to you, the infamous Sherlock Holmes, accused of something they haven't done, you ...

Purrrifiers: Cleaning Chaos – PC Demo Preview

11Nov

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Purrrifiers: Cleaning Chaos – PC Demo Preview

Purrrifiers: Cleaning Chaos is a co-op chaotic twist on the cleaning simulation genre. It is currently in development by Rubens Games (Pool Cleaning Simulator) and FreeMind Games (House Builder, Aquarist) with publishing by FreeMind Games (aka FreeMind S.A.) and PlayWay S.A. (House Flipper, Serial Cleaner). The demo is available through Steam. Not Quite the Cleanup I was Expecting There are a lot of different simulator games out there. Over the years and having played different types here and there, I've learnt I enjoy ones that get me into a nice groove and calm state. Purrrifiers: Cleaning Chaos sounds a little more spicy than what I would usually pick up, but I couldn't the chance to get an early look at it. The game did take some time for me to warm up to. Read on to for my thoughts...

Ritual Party, A New Horror Party Game Unmasked

5Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

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...

Hallows Hill: The Online Escape Room Experience – PC Review

31Oct

By JasonNo Comments

PC Reviews

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...

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind Launch Date Revealed

30Oct

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind Launch Date Revealed

Digital Eclipse has announced that Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind will release digitally on the 10th December. The game will be available for PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch for MSRP of £34.99. Morphin' Time! Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind is a brand new brawler that promises an original storyline paying homage to Power Rangers lore, keeping old and new fans happy! Inspired by the classics of the genre and developed by Digital Eclipse (the team behind Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection and Atari 50th Anniversary Celebration) Rita’s Rewind puts a time travel twist on the classic Power Rangers journey. Battle against Robo Rita’s army of Putty Patrollers, General Goldar, and many other iconic bosses fro...