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
Who doesn’t love a theme park? Even the not-so-inclined, there are always things to look at and a buzz in the air. Having not gone to an actual theme park in a long while, I jumped into ‘Planet Coaster 2’ by Frontier Developments, with a crack of the knuckles, ready
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
Thanks to Steel City Interactive and Deep Silver boxing fans can rejoice as we have finally been blessed with another boxing game. I’ve been super keen to sink my teeth into this title because at the moment there are no current boxing games and I’m stuck doing the “Stand &
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
It’s another year therefore it’s another season and that means it’s time for NHL 25 which is based on the current National Hockey League season. EA has been doing some great work in the sporting titles, and for a person who loves sports titles, it has had me excited. NHL
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
Football fans, it’s that time of the year, and we can all rejoice because Electronic Arts has released their latest football title, EA Sports FC 25. I’ve been eagerly waiting for this title since attending the media event earlier in the year on behalf of MKAU Gaming, and now I’ve
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
It’s another year and another NBA 2K release and this year is NBA 2K25 and I could not be more keen to see Jayson Tatum from the Boston Celtics rocking the front cover. A’ja Wilson and Vince Carter are joining him as this year’s cover athletes. It’s always great seeing
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
I have to be straight with you all and declare I do not like Harry Potter. Gasp in horror if you must, but it is a franchise I couldn’t connect with, and it was not through a lack of trying either. I spent many years watching the movies but was
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
American football fans you are in for a treat this year with Madden NFL 25 released not long after EA Sports College Football 25, so there is no shortage of content when it comes to these games and EA have done something quite special this year with Madden NFL 25.
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 –
The one thing bigger than the NFL in America is College Football, and Electronic Arts has brought College Football back to gaming consoles with the last title being NCAA Football 14 which was ten years ago. The developers have not held back with this title with over 11,000 active college
MKAU Gaming was invited to an exclusive producer showcase for Electronic Art’s upcoming title EA Sports FC 25, which is a yearly drop of the current football series from what we could see is going to be absolutely awesome with what is coming and the attention to detail that has
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
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
Trains can be cool, I guess. I mean, who doesn’t love the antics of ‘Thomas the Tank Engine’? Everything I first learnt about trains was from that show, and now I can extend that knowledge with’ Metro Simulator 2’ developed and published by KishMish Games. You can read our previously
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