What a surprising year I have had! Who would have thought I would be into turn-based strategy or tactical games? 2023 Stace, definitely would not have guessed it but in 2024 I have really embraced genres I wouldn’t normally be excited to get because of games like ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’.
When Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was first announced, I was a little worried that it would end up in the same pile as another bad movie-based game using the Indiana Jones name for a quick cash grab, but boy, was I wrong. Developed by MachineGames and published by
Published by Ultimate Games S.A. and developed by Games Incubator, ‘Pets Hotel’ is a simulation game that puts players in charge of a hotel looking after various pets. Pets Hotel was originally released on PC in 2023 and is now available on Xbox Series X|S. In Pets Hotel, players can
Have you been trying to find a single-player role-playing game to fill that little itchy spot in your gaming titles but can’t seem to find something to sink some time into, well developers BioWare and Electronic Arts have you covered with the fourth instalment into the Dragon Age series with
Poland-based indie development studio, Gaming Factory, has recently released Puppet House, a puzzle-horror game with a hint of thriller, and it aims to keep you on your toes as you play. If you have an unreasonable fear of dolls being possessed, then this title is definitely for you. Stepping into
Developed by Devolver Digital, known for taking the most unique of titles under their wings, Nomada Studio, creators of one of my fave indie titles ‘GRIS’, brings you their newest creation, ‘Neva’. Similar to the stylings of anime, ‘Princess Mononoke’, this 2D platformer is an epic adventure of a girl
If you enjoy anime as much as I do and want to play it in videogame form, wait no longer as I bring you Metaphor: ReFantazio. Developed by ATLUS and Published by SEGA, now sit back and I’ll tell you a tale of when the humans attacked. Enter the captivating
*Cracks fingers in preparation* It has been almost a year since I have dived back into the Bethesda title, ‘Starfield’. You can find my original review here, but upon reflection, I was probably generous with my base review. Starfield did not entice me to stay as long as any of
Readers of my reviews will know I love a good puzzle game after all my game of the year for 2023 was one, so when I was handed The House of Da Vinci 3, not only did it pique my interest, but I wondered why I hadn’t heard of it
Mickey Mouse, created by the late great Walt Disney, has been one of the biggest pop culture icons and the face of Disney since 1928. Amongst the various media he has appeared in, he also has a long history in video games, including some big hitters such as Castle of
If you’re craving the thrill of solving real-life cases without the actual risks, 112 Operator is your game. Developed by Jutsu Games and published by Ultimate Games S.A., this simulation game offers a realistic experience of managing emergency services. Sit back, enjoy, and immerse yourself in the action. In 112
The iconic fantasy world, created by J.R.R. Tolkien, is summoning us back to the Fourth Age of Middle-Earth. Development studio, Free Range Games, and publishers, North Beach Games, invite you to adventure into Middle-earth once more as you work to uncover the mysteries in The Lord of the Rings: Return
The legendary movie franchise, Star Wars, has a long history in video games spanning more than 40 years. Electronic Arts has published most of the Star Wars games, but now, it is Ubisoft’s turn, and with the help of developer, Massive Entertainment, they bring us the first ever open-world Star
Having watched a few similar VR games, I was intrigued when “Thief Simulator 2” by CookieDev popped up in my inbox for the Xbox Series X/S. The idea of using stealth to sneak around, evade people, and outsmart security systems while hunting for valuable items in a realistic simulation style
When I first saw Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom in theatres at ten years old, I was immediately awe-struck by our most intrepid archeologist; so enamoured that it didn’t take long to find out this was the second of the films, and I was soon watching Raiders of
Welcome to the jungle, where everything you see and hear may not be as it seems. Welcome to Green Hell Xbox Series X edition, developed and Published by Creepy Jar. Now, let’s dive in and explore the world of Green Hell! When publishing a book, you are sent to an
With so much confusion and numerous jumpscares, it’s no wonder I can’t sleep. Welcome to Horror Tales – The Beggar, developed by Carlos Coronado and Published by JanduSoft. Now sit back and let the horrors tell you a tale. Set in what was once a thriving civilisation, Horror Tales –
Not knowing what to expect, I loaded up ‘Road Punk Mayhem’ by Panda Indie Studio and Eastasiasoft Limited. Straight away, I was transported back to my teenage years in the ’90s, a time when top-down shoot-em-ups ruled the arcade and punk rock was pouring out of America. Back then, I
Here we are eight months later, with the full release of ‘Phantom Fury’, brought to us by developer Slipgate Ironworks and publisher 3D Realms. When I previewed the title, it was a singular mission of action and not much else. You can read the full preview here on the MKAU
I’m in shock. ‘Downward’ the enhanced edition had no business being as addictive as it was. Just a typical first-person, parkour adventure title, developed by Caracal Games, this game was more than meets the eye as it thrusts you into a world turned upside down…wards. The year is 1000 A.D.,
Destiny 2: The Final Shape is a massive expansion for Destiny 2 which Bungie created, The Final Shape revolves around the player’s Guardian seeking out the franchise’s major villain, The Witness, who had disappeared through a portal that it created on the surface of the celestial Traveler after 2023’s Lightfall
Loading into Crow Country, by SFB Games, and after looking at the online store, I wasn’t sure what to expect. As a retro horror game, I was intrigued to see what was in store for this one, as it isn’t something that I would usually gravitate to – but I
Why settle for being a low-life hacker when you can take control of the entire space station? That’s the kind of power you’ll wield in System Shock, a thrilling game developed by Nightdive Studios and published by Prime Matter. Get ready to dive into the world of high-stakes hacking! System
Congratulations Mr or Mrs President, you won the great election to lead the United States of America, and you decide your future and the future of your great country. I Am Your President is a strategy game developed by President Studio and published by President Studio and PlayWay. If you
Do you think you have what it takes to be a professional House Flipper? Empyrean and Frozen District have made that dream a reality with House Flipper 2. It’s the sequel to the smash hit “House Flipper” which took the gaming world by storm. The main task is to flip
Petoons Studio and Outright Games LTD. have teamed up to bring a great children’s show PJ Masks back to consoles again with PJ Masks Power Heroes Mighty Alliance. You bring the gang together again and team up as Catboy, Owlette, Gekko, An Yu, Newton Star, Ice Cub, Lilyfay, and Bastet
You get to once again join Cartman, Stan, Kyle and Kenny and celebrate the most magical day in a young child’s life in South Park, America, a ‘Snow Day’. This is the latest instalment to the South Park games from South Park Digital Studios, who brought us well-known titles like
Milan-based development studio Avantgarden and 505 Games have teamed up to recreate the captivating story of Naia and Naiee as they embark on an adventure to save their dying father. The title originally came out in 2013 on Unreal Engine 3 and now ten years later has been remade on
Development teams, Octato and Massive Miniteam have brought a new puzzle-riddled, 2.5D adventure game which if you are anything like me will have you scratching your head figuring out what is next to work out. In an interconnected world, you must explore, evolve, and ensure you are keeping full attention
Avast ye scurvy dogs! What a journey Ubisoft Singapore’s ‘Skull and Bones’ has come and we haven’t even booted up to hit the seas yet. Beginning development all the way back in 2013 after the critical success of ‘Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag’, and being revealed in 2017 as a
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