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TIGA Games Industry Awards 2024: The Winners

2Dec

By CharlotteNo Comments

TIGA Games Industry Awards 2024: The Winners

The 2024 TIGA Games Industry Awards have once again showcased the extraordinary creativity, innovation, and talent within the sector. The gala dinner and presentation ceremony was held Thursday November 28th at the historic Shoreditch Town Hall. The 2024 awards were completely sold out, with over 300 industry VIPs attending. Dr. Richard Wilson OBE, TIGA CEO, said: “The TIGA Games Industry Awards 2024 showcase the incredible talent, innovation, and passion that define the UK games industry. Our Awards recognise excellence in studios of all sizes, super service providers and outstanding educational institutions. Congratulations to all the winners, nominees, and the entire community for making this such a vibrant and pioneering industry. Your achievements set the stage for an exciting ...

Currently Playing – Metaphor: ReFantazio

2Dec

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

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Currently Playing – Metaphor: ReFantazio

The main game taking up a lot of my time is Metaphor: Refantazio, which came out this October. I’ve enjoyed it so far, although outside of review games, I have only played Persona 5. JRPGs are something I enjoy, but usually when it’s turn-based, it’s a little hard for me to really get stuck in. The story of Metaphor: Refantazio is both simplistic and complicated, which I don’t mind. It’s a typical "try to change the world for the better by finding like-minded individuals" game. The way they go about dealing with harsh topics is interesting with the game dealing with Classism and Racial Bias. I still haven’t gotten used to how the calendar system works, which frustrates me at times. Such as dedicating days to help build bonds and then some for grinding out levels for my archetypes....

Currently Playing – Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix

29Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

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Currently Playing – Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix

Please be aware this article contains gifs that may include flashing lights and patterns. I am a Fortnite Noob. At least when it comes to playing the game. I have watched people play it and loved every minute. I am also that not at all annoying person yelling I can see someone running, whilst my partner sprints about the map escaping storm after storm. Having never been much good at dual stick gaming for accessibility reasons, I never thought I'd get to enjoy the game first-hand. My only previous dalliance with the game was when my partner and I decided to stream us playing it together. Even then I found much more joy in driving off in golf carts then aiming for that precious Victory Crown. And then Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix came about. A short sweet season that changed everything. Read...

29Nov

By Iain culverhouseNo Comments

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PlayStation Plus December

The PlayStation Plus December Games were announced this week and it appears we're not quite on the PlayStation nice list. With the exception of It Takes Two, this month is "meh" at best. All three games will be available to PlayStation Plus members on December 3 until January 6. Remember that even if you don’t plan to play these games now you should still add them to your library so you can check them out at any time (as long as you have an active sub). It Takes Two | PS4, PS5 Genre: Action-Adventure Longevity: 24hrs | Trophies: 21 (incl Platinum) Metacritic: 88 | OpenCritic: 88 Release: 25th March 2021 It Takes Two is a unique platform adventure designed exclusively for cooperative play. You can choose to play via couch co-op or online with split-screen functionality. In...

28Nov

By Iain culverhouseNo Comments

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December on PlayStation – Week 1

December on PlayStation aka the Christmas Countdown starts here! We have a strange selection of games this week, many fun and diverse, and even one featuring a Sharpshooting Space Frog. Let's hope I can get on the Editor's nice list with these three titles. Entropy Survivors (PS5) – December 3rd A sword-wielding mech. A sharpshooting space frog. Control both characters simultaneously against the forces of Entropy in this bullet heaven roguelike. Though your defeat may come swiftly (and often), you’ll bring these two unlikely heroes home using nothing but the unstoppable power of friendship (and an arsenal of mind-blowing cartoon weapons)!"Survive the forces of Entropy solo or with friends to save the universe! A sword-wielding mech. A sharpshooting space frog. Control both characters si...

27Nov

By Rowen Cameron1 Comment

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Game Pass Games November 2024 – Wave 2

As the November chill signals “Winter is coming!” (cue the Game of Thrones theme), the second wave of Game Pass titles gives us plenty of excuses for a warm night in with a good game. Grab your comfies and prep your download queues - here are the four new additions to November’s Game Pass line-up: Spyro: Reignited Trilogy Genre: Platformer Longevity: 17 - 34 hours | Achievements: 105 Metacritic: 82 | OpenCritic: Strong Available: Now (all platforms) Tiers: All Released: 13th November 2018 https://youtu.be/3j9o1OptMS8?si=UIwR5eoDEmvlwSyJ The purple powerhouse of the PlayStation finally glides onto Game Pass! Experience Spyro’s first three PS1 adventures remastered in full HD and brought to life like never before. Jump, charge and flame your way through unique vibrant worlds fil...

22Nov

By Iain culverhouseNo Comments

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November on PlayStation – Week 4

November on PlayStation is closing out, but hey at least we're that step closer to the festive season! December is on the horizon and we still have some nice titles launching before the years out. Looking back over 2024 what has been your favourite title? Let me know in the comment section below. Neon Blood (PS5, PS4) – November 26th In 2053, humanity lives in Viridis, a sprawling acropolis divided into two starkly contrasting cities. Bright City is an opulent haven of skyscrapers and advanced technology for the elite, while Blind City is a desolate area with crumbling infrastructure, where the underprivileged struggle for survival amidst rampant inequality. You play as Axel McCoin, an idealistic detective determined to seek justice and change. Inspired by the disparity between the tw...

18Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

LEGO, News & Updates

LEGO Horizon Adventures Comes To LEGO?!

It's been a while since we had some cool gaming related LEGO news to gush about. Like our review of the LEGO Fortnite Peely Bone set last month. Ahem. But today, the LEGO Group announced the launch of a new playset based on the recently-released game LEGO Horizon Adventures. This means, that we'll soon get to enjoy Aloy and Varl adventuring in virtual and physical brick form! As a big fan of the now retired LEGO Horizon Forbidden West: Tallneck set, I am really excited abut this news. Aloy & Varl vs. Shell-Walker & Sawtooth - Set 77037 This machine-monster toy LEGO gaming set includes two minifigures: Aloy and her loyal ally Varl. Aloy carries a bow and Varl carries a spear. These weapons can be upgraded with small bricks to give the look of fire, chill or shock attacks. Just l...

14Nov

By Iain culverhouseNo Comments

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November On PlayStation – Week 3

November on PlayStation hits a speed bump this week! It is the quietest we have had in a long while with only 5 new titles and more Destiny 2 content, So here they are. Towers of Aghasba (PS5) – November 19th Decades after the Shimu people were forced to flee their homeland due to the invasion of a mysterious force known as the Withered, the Shimu have returned to reclaim their rightful home: the fantastical island of AGHASBA. As junior architect, it’s your job to rebuild the villages of your once-mighty civilization as well as nurse Aghasba’s once-thriving ecosystems back to life. AMEDAMA (PS5) – November 21th Aihama, Japan. The final years of the Edo period. One rain-drenched evening, a group of men burst into the town’s brother and sister-run umbrella shop. Yushin is cut down in f...

12Nov

By Rowen CameronNo Comments

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Game Pass Games November 2024

We may all partied out from Halloween, but November has plenty to keep us busy over on Game Pass. Get your sim and tactician heads on for the first wave of titles heading your way this month! Metal Slug Tactics Genre: Strategy/Tactical RPG Longevity: 5 - 11 hours | Achievements: 48 Metacritic: 78 | OpenCritic: Strong Available: Now (on all platforms) Tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass Released: 5th November 2024 https://youtu.be/1FvGxFI8feo?si=5EQrI5I0ptGqaI7Y A run-and-gun classic turns its hand to isometric tactics. A spin-off of the Metal Slug series, Metal Slug Tactics focuses on strategy rather than going in guns blazing. Choose from iconic series veterans and assemble a team to take down the army of the re-emerging General Morden. Mix things up with different weapo...