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S.P.L.I.T (Steam) – Review

From the twisted mind behind Buckshot Roulette, indie developer Mike Klubnika presents s.p.l.i.t, a uniquely disturbing psychological horror experience that draws you into a world of vintage tech, paranoia, and digital isolation. Completely controlled via keyboard, no mouse or no controller, s.p.l.i.t immerses you in an archaic computer system where

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Crime Simulator (Steam) – Review

Crime Simulator throws you straight into the deep end of the criminal underworld, fresh out of jail and drowning in debt. Developed by CookieDev and published by Ultimate Games S.A. and PlayWay S.A., this gritty stealth-action title challenges you to pull off some low and high-stakes heists alone or with

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Against The Storm (Playstation 5) – Review

Rebuilding civilisation for a world in peril is a colossal task, especially when you’re up against nature. Against the Storm, by Polish studio Eremite Games, published by Hooded Horse, challenges its players to do just that. After its initial release with strong ratings on PC, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, Against

8.5

Mars First Logistics (PC) – Review

Indie Developers Shape Shop released their first developed title, Mars First Logistics, on 22nd June 2023. No stranger to gaming, they have a history of publishing several previous puzzle games. They are joining forces with Outersloth to publish this title. The game’s premise is simple: collect resources and deliver them

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EA SPORTS F1 25 (Xbox Series X) – Review

Codemasters and EA Sports return to the track, promising a refined racing experience that captures the intensity, precision, and drama of Formula 1. F1 25 builds on the foundations laid by previous years’ titles and introduces updated physics, enhanced AI, and an overhauled career mode designed to immerse you in

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RoadCraft (Playstation 5) – Review

In 2014, Spintires was released exclusively to Microsoft Windows and delivered a more realistic experience in off-road driving simulation. It was published by Oovee Game Studios, IMGN and developed by Pavel Zagrebelny, who later went to work for Saber Interactive to develop its spiritual successor, MudRunner, in 2017, published by

BOTSU: Ridiculous Robots (Steam) – Preview

Developed by Perculiar Pixels and published by Perculiar Pixels, a one-man indie development studio, BOTSU: Ridiculous Robots immediately shows you that you’re in for a fun ride. This offbeat brawler blends slapstick chaos and mechanical mayhem. BOTSU: Ridiculous Robots has an original play on robotic combat, where it comes to

8.5

The Precinct (Xbox Series X) – Review

Fallen Tree Games returns with The Precinct, an ambitious top-down police simulator set in a crime-ridden place called Averno City. Published by Kwalee, The Precinct attempts to combine the procedural chaos of a sandbox game, the structure of police work, and the nostalgic presentation of early open-world classics like Grand

6.5

Bartender Hustle (Playstation 5) – Review

Published by Ultimate Games and developed by Departure Interactive, Bartender Hustle is a simulation game that puts players in the shoes of a bartender and working their way up in the industry. Bartender Hustle is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. In Story Mode, players take

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MotoGP 25 (Xbox Series X) – Review

It’s time to start your engines and burn some rubber because MotoGP 25 is back for another year. Milestone’s long-running motorcycle racing series is back with another iteration, which features refined physics, enhanced visuals and the full 2025 rider and team roster of the Moto2, Moto3 and MotoGP seasons. Milestone

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Tiny Garden (Steam) – Review

‘Tiny Garden’ by Ao Norte is a game with an interesting concept, and that, my friends, alone is commendable because thinking outside the box is rare. There is a loose narrative attached to this game through letters you unlock as you progress. It is quite a touching little story of

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Pets Hotel (Playstation 5) – Review

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, then on Xbox Series X|S in 2024 and is now available on PlayStation

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Sports: Renovations (Steam) – Review

Restore old sports facilities and give them a new lease on life in Sports: Renovations, a relaxing, story-driven simulator. Goat Gamez and Dear Villagers have left no stone unturned in providing a relaxing yet challenging experience for our grubby hands, with smooth gameplay, crisp graphics, and a good-vibes soundtrack. Once

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Police Shootout (Playstation 5) – Review

Published by Games Incubator and developed by Hypnotic Ants, Police Shootout is a simulation game that puts players in the shoes of a police officer and need to take on cases, track down suspects, arrest them and even interrogate them. Police Shootout is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series

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WWE 2K25 (Xbox Series X) – Review

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

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Police Shootout (Xbox Series X) – Review

‘Police: Shootout’, developed by Games Incubator and Hypnotic Ants, is a turn-based, first-person shooter, a bizarre combination indeed. Here, you must step into the footsteps of a cop and make all the hard decisions, some harder than you may realise. The story has a decent premise. You play as our

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Two Point Museum (Steam) – Review

‘Two Point Museum’, another instalment in the ‘Two Point’ series brought to you by Two Point Studios and Sega, is an engrossing management sim boasting heaps of customisation and plenty of wonderful and wacky exhibits to display in your museums, creating the ultimate guest experience. As this was my first

RoadCraft (PC) – Hands On Preview

Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment are back with another title. For all the four-wheel-driving fans out there, this game is much like the others in that aspect but has all new objectives, adding awesome immersive value. You are the leader of a company that specialises in restoring sites devastated by

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Door Kickers 2: Task Force North (Steam) – Review

‘Door Kickers 2: Task Force North’ is the sequel to RockPaperShotgun’s best tactics game of 2014, ‘Door Kickers’. Developed and produced by KillHouse Games, ‘Door Kickers 2’ brings you the best in tactical close-quarters gameplay against the Middle East-based terrorist network. Door Kickers 2 had me on the edge of

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