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13Feb

By Oliver RevoltaNo Comments

Fire Emblem Engage – Switch Review

One of the great benefits of writing reviews for Thumb Culture is the variety of games I've been exposed to that I might never have played otherwise. I've been able to loosen up when it comes to my game choices—and the many fantastic experiences I've had have convinced me that the Switch's library is in very good health. Next up is Fire Emblem, a series that’s been on my radar for a long time—I'm a fan of turn-based combat, and I know these games have a lot of devotees—so I launched myself enthusiastically into the review for the latest release, Fire Emblem Engage. Rarely have I played a game as difficult to review. Engage has been constructed in two entwined but very different halves—both of which are stuffed with intricate gameplay and upgrade systems. As a noob—and this is clearly ...

12Dec

By MikeNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Sable – PS5 Review

Sable is the debut game from developer Shedworks, a 2 man team from London partnered with publisher Raw Fury (Flat Eye, Cassette Beasts). The game is a sci-fi open-world adventure with the single player experience uncovered through exploring and solving puzzles. The titular character is a young woman undergoing a rite of passage which involves travelling across the desert planet Midden. Previously released on Windows, Xbox One & Xbox Series S/X last year, Sable is now also available on PS5. The journey matters more than the destination in Sable I wasn't aware of Sable at its original release but I was pleased to get the chance to review it on PS5. I had a very good time playing and so I would love to hear your thought. If you have played before or are thinking about it, feel free...

Sword and Fairy: Together Forever – PS5 Review

7Dec

By BrianNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Sword and Fairy: Together Forever – PS5 Review

You can be forgiven for having never heard of this franchise, but Sword and Fairy: Together Forever is actually the seventh entry in a series that has been around since 1995. Prior to its predecessor being released in 2015, this series of Chinese RPGs had not been released outside of China or Taiwan. Sword and Fairy: Together Forever - Symbiotic and Scrumptious Although Sword and Fairy: Together Forever follows from the previous game, it does well to stand on its own in a world awash with western and Japanese RPGs. The game was developed by Softstar and brought to the western world by EastAsiaSoft and hit the PlayStation 4 and 5 on August 4th, 2022 via digital download. However, for those more of the physical nature, a Premium Collector's Edition is slated to release early next year. Thi...

24Nov

By JasonNo Comments

PC Reviews

Terminus: Zombie Survivors – PC Review

Terminus: Zombie Survivors is a turn-based survival roguelike game developed by Korean based 신인건 and published by Ingeon Games. Available via early access on Steam, can you survive the journey to the Terminus? Warning team, the zombies are coming! A zombie virus has taken hold of humanity and life on Earth, as it was, is now a distant memory. Forced from your house due to lack of electricity and water, you hear of a place called the Terminus where other survivors are congregating. In a Walking Dead-style scenario you have no choice but to venture out. It is time to leave the house and make our way through the unknown. How long we will survive, only time will tell! Gameplay At the very start of the game, you must select from 3 unlocked player classes, namely; a Soldier, Fire Figh...

27Oct

By Tony CNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

The Last Oricru – PS5 Review

Games are hard to make. Successful games are even harder to make. The amazing medium that gaming is has transitioned from one man teams where the programmer of the game made everything, to teams of devs with roles that include artists, sound designers, level designers, environment artists, animators, writers, directors and producers (to name but a few). The Last Oricru is an ambitious undertaking as the first release for developer GoldKnights. Respect the Ratvolution The Czech based studio built the game with a fairly small team for the scope of this 3rd person action RPG. Played here on PS5 the game is also available on Xbox Series X|S and Steam. Gameplay With no recollection of the past, players assume the roll of Silver who is dropped into the middle of a conflict between two fac...

New Tales from the Borderlands – PC Review

20Oct

By JasonNo Comments

PC Reviews

New Tales from the Borderlands – PC Review

Well folks, here we are! New Tales from the Borderlands is available from this Friday 21st October across all platforms! Developed by Gearbox Software and published by 2K, this single-player cinematic game is seen as a spiritual successor rather than a sequel to the much-loved Telltale title, Tales from the Borderlands, and is set 1 year on after the events of Borderlands 3. Sponsorbot Says "You Deserve This Game! Much to my elation, we at Thumb Culture have been lucky enough to have a play of the PC version prior to release! So without further ado, let's get back down to Promethea and get a crack-a-lackin at this game review! Gameplay Similar to the original Telltale game from almost 8 years ago, New Tales from the Borderlands is a standalone episodic adventure whereby your choice...

30Sep

By Iain culverhouseNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

The Gallery – PS4 Review

The Gallery is the latest FMV game from the mind of Paul Raschid. (The Complex and Five Dates) Published by Cloudhead Games and Aviary Studios. Available on PC (Steam), Playstation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile (IOS, Android) The Same Story Twice I was really eager to get hold of The Gallery. This style of game has always interested me and, having played both The Complex and Five Dates I had to test it out for myself. Gameplay Two specific periods of Britain's history are depicted in the story, centered around a portraiture art curator. Due to the social division felt throughout the country and the challenges associated with each period, Argyle Manor's business struggles in both timelines. 1981 is the year of the UK riots, and we play the female protagonist. In 2021 we follow...

22Sep

By Rowen CameronNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Batora: Lost Haven – PC Press Preview

Team 17 and Stormind Games team up for a quest of interplanetary proportions releasing on October 20th. Batora: Lost Haven is an isometric action RPG that combines fast-paced, skill-swapping combat with a choice-driven story spanning a vast cosmos. After a cataclysmic event, Earth was driven to the brink of complete destruction. The remaining inhabitants are forced to carve out a way to survive as best they can. You play as Avril, a thrill-seeking teenager with a troubled past, chosen to be the vessel of the deities Sun and Moon and wielder of their supernatural powers. With these new abilities and the support of best friend Mila, Avril must journey across alien planets to save her home. Duality Shaping Destiny Isometric action RPGs are a sizeable (and ever-growing) section of my gaming ...

20Sep

By DanNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Steelrising – PS5 Review

Developers Spiders bring us Steelrising. A souls-like title, developed on their in-house Silk Engine, and published by Nacon/BigBen Interactive it was released on the 8th September 2022. If At First You Don't Succeed Try, Then Die Again Steelrising is my first (believe it or not) introduction to a souls-like title. It has been compared to the likes of Bloodbourne/Dark Souls with a hint of Elden Ring. However, I can not confirm that as sadly I haven’t played any of them! So join me on a first-time souls-like experience and find out how many times I flawlessly fail. Gameplay Paris is on fire and Marie Antoinette has been locked away by the king in a safe place away from the trouble being caused. The king decided against a human army, but employed an army of Automats to protect his belove...

11Sep

By Gareth TruemanNo Comments

Xbox Reviews

Soul Hackers 2 – Series X Review

Developed by Atlus and published by Sega. Soul Hackers 2 is a JRPG and the sequel to the hit Soul Hackers that was released way back in 1997. Its sequel Soul Hackers 2 was released on Xbox One, Series X/S, Playstation 4/5, and PC on the 24th of August 2022. Soul Hackers 2 - A Time Hacker It's crazy to think that the original Soul Hackers was released back in 1997 for the Playstation. Has there ever been a more long-awaited sequel than this? Now being a huge JRPG fan having only played the original once over 20 years ago. It was a bit of a surprise when Soul Hackers 2 was released. But this was an opportunity too good to turn down. If you enjoyed this review then why not check out my latest one here? You can also catch up with what the rest of the Thumb Culture team is up to on our soc...