Developer Skeleton Crew Studio and Thomas Olsson have teamed up with my favourite publisher, Devolver Digital, to bring us a demo of ‘Forestrike’. When conducting research, I became excited about its concept. You play as Yu, a Forestriker, but what is a Forestriker? A Forestriker is a gifted martial artist

In 2001, the manga Bleach hit store shelves in Japan and the rest of the world. It became a worldwide success before being adapted into a successful anime in 2004. The action-packed sword-slashing franchise has a history in video games dating back to 2006. With a wide range of weapon-wielding

Directed by David Ayer, A Working Man is an action thriller based on the novel, Levon’s Trade: A Vigilante Justice Thriller: 1 by famed comic book writer, Chuck Dixon. Ayer also co-wrote and did the screenplay with Sylvester Stallone, meaning audiences will be in for an adrenaline-fuelled ride where rules

Surprisingly, I’m not new to playing as a cat in a platformer, albeit my previous experience was more dystopian sci-fi. Only Way is Down by Jilted Generation Productions takes it to a more realistic place, with a small side of silliness that often falls flat. Starting firmly on the ground

Have you ever wanted to spend time with family or friends and play a fun and competitive game with multiple space Galaxy game modes and special celestial space spirits, all with unique models for each person to enjoy? Well, look no further. Welcome to Which Way Up: Galaxy Games, Developed

Recently, Steam concluded its latest Steam Next Fest, and throughout, I got to experience numerous great indie game demos, including a couple of extraordinary point-and-click and visual novel adventures. But now that it’s over, I was left with an itch. That was fixed when I stumbled upon ‘Your House’, a

Age of Mythology: Retold launched July 12, 2024, modernising the beloved classic with upgraded graphics, refined gameplay, and quality-of-life improvements. It quickly became a favourite for nostalgic players and newcomers. The adventure continues with the release of the First Expansion, Age of Mythology: Retold—Immortal Pillars. If you want to read

‘Look Outside’ is a bizarre and quirky game, so it was no wonder it got picked up by the connoisseurs of the weird and wonderful publishers  Devolver Digital. Developed by Francis Coulombe, this survival RPG with turn-based combat is not what I expected, but it was my kind of eccentric

In 2016, the children’s graphic novel series, Dog Man, written and illustrated by Dav Pilkey, was released and was the beginning of a highly successful book series, with 14 books published as of this writing. It is set in the same universe as Captain Underpants, who got his feature film

Razer are the kings of RBG. You know it, I know it, they know it. The next logical move for them was to design a line of products that was solely to showcase this. Introducing the ‘Aether Standing Light bars’, an ambient lighting accessory from their Aether line of lighting,

‘Wreckfest 2’, developed by Bugbear Entertainment and published by THQ Nordic, is the highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed demolition derby racing game, ‘Wreckfest’. The game has entered early access as of March 20th, 2025 and has been added to Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S and MKAU

Mullet MadJack has officially arrived on Xbox after only being available via Steam since May 2024. It brings with it a wave of 90’s anime nostalgia and adrenaline-fueled, first-person shooter action. Developed by HAMMER95 and published by Epopeia Games, this single-player FPS challenges players to conquer a cyberpunk dystopia with

Working for a gaming website has its perks; I’ve had a chance to trial a host of powerful gaming laptops, but they can be a pain to take to conventions and other gaming events. They’re a bit cumbersome, making them less than ideal for carrying as luggage. Something like the

Atomfall asks a simple question: What if the Windscale nuclear disaster of 1957 actually turned part of Britain into an irradiated wasteland? In this alternate version of England, Rebellion has traded in its third-person, stealth action games like Sniper Elite, for a first-person, survival action game akin to ‘Fallout’ or

From the makers of Goodfellas, The Irishman, and Bugsy comes The Alto Knights, a biographical crime drama film directed by Barry Levinson and written by Nicholas Pileggi. It is based on the true story of real-life mob bosses Frank Costello and Vito Genovese and what led to the downfall of

Join me on an adventure to save the world with the greatest Alchemist, Developed and Published by KOEI TECMO EUROPE. Now, let’s dive in and explore the vast world of wonders! Join me on a tale of an Alchemist who endeavours to use her powers to uncover the empire’s secrets

‘Rise of the Ronin’, a 2024 ARPG, by Team Ninja, is finally on PC and developed by KOEI TECMO GAMES. With a release on PC plagued with woeful dramas due to a rumored stuttering issue, I was concerned when tasked with tackling this otherwise highly acclaimed PS5 title. I remained

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is the latest instalment from Ubisoft, transporting players to the Sengoku period of feudal Japan. This game introduces a dual-protagonist system that allows players to embody Naoe and Yasuke. Will you be hiding in the shadows or running head-on in the fight?  ‘The Animus Hub’ is making

I was hesitant about liquid cooling at one time. I’d heard horror stories about them leaking and destroying other internal components, so I always thought it was more hassle than it was worth. Having said that, the people I listened to were talking about custom setups—the kind where you have

Back in the day, before the internet became semi-decent, LAN parties were all the rage, and the ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WiFi motherboard would have been the perfect starting point for building an easy-to-transport gaming system. Unfortunately, we didn’t have that luxury, so we had to pack up and transport

Directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by David Koepp, Black Bag is a spy thriller starring Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett, and Pierce Brosnan. Black Bag has already received critical acclaim and is now showing in cinemas worldwide. George Woodhouse and Kathryn St. Jean are a happily married couple and are

Have you been having issues with your current ergonomic setup? If you’re experiencing neck or back strain from long hours at the desk then the ‘Razer Monitor Stand Chroma’ might be just what you need. It’s designed to elevate your monitor or device to eye level. Razer’s motto is “For

Acknowledge Me! WWE 2K25 is the latest instalment in the long-running wrestling simulation franchise, bringing fans an even more immersive and action-packed experience than ever before. WWE 2K25 has added an expanded roster of legends and rising stars, smoother gameplay mechanics, enhanced graphics, and new match types. Whether you are

In 2022, the sci-fi novel Mickey7 by Edward Ashton was published and received critical acclaim. Mickey 17 is the film adaptation of that novel, directed by Bong Joon-ho and starring Robert Pattinson, Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, Mark Ruffalo, and Toni Collette. It is now showing in cinemas. To escape a

‘Sorry We’re Closed’ is a retro-infused, single-player survival horror game about love and demons. It is the debut title by developers à la mode games and publishers Akupara Games. After launching for PC in late 2024, Sorry, We’re Closed is now making its way to Xbox consoles on March 6,

What do you get when you combine one of Razer’s top tournament mice with an Esports legend? Well, you get the Razer Viper V3 Pro Faker Edition, a wireless gaming mouse that brings pro-level precision and performance into the hands of people like you and me. There is one thing

The ASUS ProArt PA401 Wood Edition Case with a tempered glass panel, featuring an ash wood open grille certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, epitomises elegance and functionality while promoting sustainability. The most prominent feature to stand out is the open grille design on the front panel, with the wooden

‘Monster Hunter’ and I have a very interesting relationship. The first game I ever played in the series was 2018’s ‘Monster Hunter World’, and while I knew I was playing a great video game, it just never clicked for me. Then came 2021’s ‘Monster Hunter Rise’, and the same issues

MKAU Gaming has been fortunate enough to get hands-on experience with the latest gaming monitor from Alienware. I am delighted to introduce you to the AW2725Q 27-inch 4k QD-OLED Gaming Monitor. This past week has left me feeling incredibly spoilt while renewing my passion for all of my favourite games.

In 2021, ‘It Takes Two’ was released to critical acclaim, winning numerous ‘Game of the Year’ awards and changing the co-op genre forever. So, you could probably forgive Josef Fares and his team at Hazelight Studios if they wanted to rest on their laurels for their next game. However, after