Simulation - Page 6 of 50

10Feb

By PaulNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Cairn – PS5 Review

What's this? Back-to-back reviews of games I did back-to-back previews of last year? That's continuity, folks. This time I'm playing Cairn, the latest game from The Game Bakers; a small French studio — just 17 full-time members working remotely around the world — responsible for Furi and Haven. It's clear these guys have some serious range. Speaking of, Cairn sees protagonist Aava tackling a mountain range, culminating in an attempt to climb the yet unconquered Kami. In order to summit this killer mountain, Aava will need grit, determination, and perseverance... as will I. Nothing Worth Doing Was Ever Easy As a realistic climbing/survival simulation, nothing I've ever played previously compares to Cairn. Yes, we have games with climbing and stamina mechanics such as A Short Hike and Jusa...

27Jan

By StuartNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Bladesong – PC Early Access Preview

If you have been living under a rock, then you might have missed this one. Viral hit game by Mythwright, giving you the opportunity to craft swords of your own creation. Bladesong is a game that I've been personally keeping an eye on for quite some time. So when given the opportunity to cover the Early Access build, I couldn't wait! Don't Hold The Pointy End Now you might think that Bladesong is a pretty shallow game. You would be massively wrong. This game has so much below the surface, so sit back and let's find out what you are up against. Gameplay While you may think that Bladesong is just a run-of-the-mill shop simulator, you'd be semi-right. In essence, you are the Swordsmith of Eren Keep, taking orders for new blades as well as requests to repair others. Making sure you craft th...

21Jan

By CharlieNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Obsidian Moon – Demo Preview

Obsidian Moon is an upcoming text-based detective adventure-simulator, developed and published by Lost Cabinet Games. While no release date is set yet, this demo is available on Steam right now! Take on the role of Sam Carter, a once-respected homicide detective, tasked with solving a series of interconnected murders. Follow leads, interrogate suspects, and get closer to the truth. Desk Clutter Sim Been a while since I last dipped my feet into the detective sim genre! Can't wait to see what this game has to offer. Gameplay While this demo is rather short, it still gives you a great first look at the overall gameplay loop. Starting off with a brief tutorial to cover the basics before you can jump into your first proper case. Your main workspace is your desk, cluttered with files ...

A Game About Digging A Hole – PS5 Review

8Jan

By Mike CreweNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

A Game About Digging A Hole – PS5 Review

Weird and wonderful indie titles are becoming more and more prominent in the gaming world. Which I, for one, couldn't be happier about! This time, we're checking out A Game About Digging A Hole, which was released earlier in 2025 for PC. Now that developer DoubleBee has released the game on PlayStation 5, it was time to give it a go, and get digging! Can You Dig It? Now, no prizes for guessing what this game's about, but is there a story behind it? Well, kind of! Our protagonist has purchased a new home, thanks to a rather alluring advertisement that states that gold is buried in the garden. How could they resist? It's a basic premise, sure, but enough to give you context as to why you're seemingly digging to the centre of the Earth in your back garden. So, your character splashes...

7Jan

By MichaelNo Comments

VR Reviews

Thrill of the Fight 2 – Quest 3 Review

With the inevitable rush of “New year, new me” ambitions, why not skip the pricey, long-term gym membership and spend £15.99 on Thrill of the Fight 2 instead? Developed and published by Halfbrick Studios, this sequel to the hugely popular and well-received 2019 release Thrill of the Fight offers a fun and engaging way to burn extra calories. Available to purchase now from the Meta Store, Thrill of the Fight 2 is available on Quest 2, 3 and 3S. The elephant in the...ring? I’ve really enjoyed some of Halfbrick Studios’ early mobile games, so I was curious to see what their VR title would be like. However, the Meta store page shows mixed reviews. It seems the userbase is divided, with many saying it’s not as good as the original Thrill of the Fight. Since I haven’t played the first game...

12Dec

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Dream Garden – PC Review

Dream Garden is simulation game about creating your very own Zen garden. Developer Campfire Studio (My Dream Setup) provides the creative tools and set pieces based on real-life, tiny, Japanese dioramas. You can pick it up now for PC (and Mac) on Steam. Zen Garden of your Dream I never really got into any crafting type of hobbies, and miniature Zen gardens and bonsai trees were only things I saw in movies and TV. However, I'm intrigued by Dream Garden, as it seems like a way to engage with that type of craft in a familiar format. Check out my thoughts below. Gameplay Dream Garden is a creative simulation space for modelling a miniature Zen garden. The game provides a number of tools to shape, colour, texture, and decorate your choice of background and sandbox. It's basically like a...

11Dec

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

PC Reviews

Unboxathon – PC Review

I'll be unpacking a new game created by Skye, it is called Unboxathon. The game looks simple, fun, and if you are looking to try before you buy, a demo is also out on Steam. It is tagged as a clicker game, so for any infamous Cookie Clicker fans, this is your time to shine. For more idler-type games, why not check some of the games Charlie has reviewed? Unpack and relax. Gameplay Unboxathon has the player opening random parcels to sell various trinkets. You can also save items for a passive income, by archiving them and placing them on a shelf in a different window. Additional shelves are purchased at the same window, but they will need Cogs. As the player accumulates money, there will be a good few sections to check out to further increase money. And with certain upgrades, new box...

9Dec

By StuartNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Restory – PC Preview

If you've been around video games for a while, you know that there is an abundance of similar games out there. The games where you repair, build, buy or sell items to make a profit, to then further your career. Well, that is a little bit like ReStory by developers Mandragora! Although in this game you'll be repairing some tech that you might recognise. Well, kind of! Iconic Tech In This ReStory We got the opportunity to get some hands-on time today before it was officially shown off at the Wholesome Snack Game Awards. So just what makes ReStory different from all the other games of a similar formula? I can sum that up for you in one word: Nostalgia. Gameplay The game logo says it all. A pencil through one of the tape reels, just like we had to back in my childhood. This game exudes nos...

My Wife Threw Out My Card Collection (So I Bought a Dump to Find Them All) – PC Review

5Dec

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

PC Reviews

My Wife Threw Out My Card Collection (So I Bought a Dump to Find Them All) – PC Review

Here comes a brand-new game on Steam from the developers at Pmdk13. And the name being waaaay too long is... My Wife Threw Out My Card Collection (So I Bought a Dump to Find Them All). Let us hope some people don't take this name as advice for all the Pokémon card collectors out there. Now, the game is out now, and is priced at £6.49, which isn't too bad if I say so. But if you wish to support them as well, then the supporters pack will cost you £4.79. If you are looking for a game to just switch off too and isn't too pricey, might I suggest checking out my review for A Game About Digging A Hole? Oscar with have to relocate from grouch land for this. Gameplay We are welcomed with a brief text explaining the game, but I mean the title sums it up honestly. After that, we begin pickin...

4Dec

By JoseNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Comic Book Store Simulator – PC Preview

Comic Book Store Simulator is a small shop-management game where you step into the shoes of a comic shop owner trying to keep a niche business alive. Developed by Akhir Pekan Studio and published by PlayWay S.A., the game tasks you with organizing your store, dealing with thieves, and juggling the constant flow of sales and restocks. I played it on PC, and overall, the game runs rather smoothly with only a couple of minor wrinkles. Organizing the Chaos Running a comic book store might at first sound a bit dull, but as anyone who has spent some considerable amount of time in these nerd dungeons will tell you, it is anything but. As a comic book store crawler myself, I found it intriguing to see the store from the other side of the counter. Let's explore the magic behind running a geek lai...