Simulation - Page 14 of 46

28Oct

By Tyler DenyerNo Comments

Citadelum – PC Review

City-building games have long held a special place in the hearts of strategy fans. Citadelum (developed by Abylight Barcelona and published by Abylight Studios) is the latest. Set against the backdrop of Roman civilisation, the game introduces divine intervention as a core mechanic, adding an intriguing layer of depth to traditional city-building and strategic expansion. But how does it compare to genre classics such as Caesar, Pharaoh, and Zeus: Master of Olympus? Let’s delve into the world of Citadelum to find out. Citadelum more like Citadel umm. While it was exciting to see Citadelum adding gods, reminiscent of Zeus: Master of Olympus, it was disappointing that the gods don’t walk around naturally unless you actively anger or please them. It’s also a shame there are no roaming heroes...

Whitethorn Games Announces Calico: Neat Things

26Oct

By DidiNo Comments

News & Updates

Whitethorn Games Announces Calico: Neat Things

Publisher Whitethorn Games announced that their beloved video game Calico, will be getting a new DLC called Neat Things. Calico: Neat Things is planned for a winter release. Pawsome news for fans of the feline variety Calico is a life simulation game in which players reside on a magical island and run a cat café. Originally crowdfunded in 2019, the base game was released in December 2020 for PC, Switch, and Xbox. The PS4/5 versions later followed in 2023. The Neat Things DLC will be available on PC and Nintendo Switch and fans of the title can expect new quests, characters, animals, decorations, and additional mini-games. There are also new interactions players can discover roaming around the island. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJJAcrcOcRs Players can purchase Calico: Ne...

25Oct

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

PC Reviews

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...

25Oct

By Olivia HoultonNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

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...

23Oct

By DidiNo Comments

PC Reviews

While We Wait Here – PC Review

The latest title from developers and publisher Bad Vices Games is a psychological horror kitchen management game. Yes, you read that correctly. While We Wait Here has players running a small-town diner during a catastrophic storm. Run a business and learn more about the pasts of your patrons? Easy! While We Wait Here releases today (October 23rd) available on Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch for £4.49. For players who may be sensitive, please note that this game does have a Mature rating. The game contains scenes of violence, blood, alcohol consumption, and strong language. However, none of this is shown in this review. While We Wait Here - Diner Dash Meets The End of The World Some players may have tried the 20-minute demo on Steam and others may be experienc...

21Oct

By JasonNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Railroad Corporation 2 – PC Preview

Railroad Corporation 2 by Ukrainian-based devs Corbie Games and published by Iceberg Interactive is, as the title suggests, a train-based strategic simulator. Releasing on PC on 21st October, I was lucky enough to play the early access demo. Time To Electrify! Following on from the reasonably successful Railroad Corporation that was released in 2019, the golden age of steam is about to move into the electrified 20th-century era. The idea of the game is a simple one. Connect cities with a rail network and profit from the transport of their supply and demand requirements. Can it be carried out easily and in a fun way? Gameplay Railroad Corporation 2 allows you to play either single-player or up to 4 players online, either competitively or co-operatively. At the time of writing, th...

15Oct

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Cabernet In Slumber Until 2025

Developers Party for Introverts and Publisher Akupara Games have sadly announced their game Cabernet will be delayed until early 2025. There is some good news with this as it does mean the narrative vampire horror title will launch simultaneously on PC and consoles. That's vampiric goodness coming to PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox platforms all at once! News to sink your teeth into The game was due to launch in just over a week's time and so when the news landed in our inbox we were shocked. We don't think we can share the news any better than Party for Introverts and Akupara Games already have, which is why we have chosen to simply share their infographic. Screen reader users never fear, we have put all the writing into the image Alt Text too! A fangtastic game premise ...

15Oct

By StuartNo Comments

VR Reviews

Maestro – Quest 3 Review

Have you ever been sitting at the opera and always wanted to have a go at the stick? Well now is your chance, developed by Double Jack and VR label Creature bring you Maestro. After a hugely successful free demo, the full-length game will be released on the Quest 2, 3, 3s and Pro on October 17th, with SteamVR releasing on October 22nd. Musicality at its finest. So just what does that guy at the front of the orchestra do exactly? Well read on and you might just find out! Gameplay Maestro is, in essence, a rhythm game with a few differences. I won't tell you what they are yet, but stick around for the rest of the review, and all will become clear. When you start up for the first time, you are introduced to the game very gently. It is a nice, neat tutorial that takes you through the co...

15Oct

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Date Everything! this Valentines Day

February is the month of love, and 2025 will be even more so. Team17 Digital and developer Sassy Chap Games have announced their sandbox dating simulator, Date Everything! will launch on 14 February 2025. Date Everything! lets players explore a world where even the most ordinary objects hold romantic potential. The game will be available for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S upon launch. Romance is alive and well Date Everything! brings a new twist on the dating simulator genre. The game begins with you unfortunately losing your customer service job to AI. However all is not as miserable as it may seem. A mysterious stranger has sent you a gift to cheer you up - magical glasses called 'dateviators'. Upon putting them on you realise they've made your house come al...

11Oct

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

PC Reviews

Game Builder Tycoon – PC Review

Start your own gaming company in Game Builder Tycoon - the latest release from developers AM Playground and publisher Playway S.A. Choose your platform, game size and more as you take the reins and develop your own games. With plenty of areas to develop into and unlock, opportunities seem to be endless - even bankruptcy is a possibility! Game Builder Tycoon is available now on Steam for £6.80 thanks to a launch discount. However this ends on the 14th October after which the game will cost £8.50. You'll be the next Ubisoft in no time Gameplay It's now 2005 and you've decided that you want to set out into the world of game development! When you first load up Game Builder Tycoon you are prompted to choose your character, your company name and your favourite avatar. You can then distri...