If its current beta is anything to go by, Battlefield 1 is shaping up to be a great addition to EA’s shooter franchise. Aside from looking gorgeous,… Read more “‘Battlefield 1’ Is Good, But ‘Overwatch’ Is Still the Only Online Shooter I Need”
Realm of Shadows is Less Telltale’s Batman and More Telltale’s Bruce Wayne
As Realm of Shadows, the first episode of Batman: The Telltale Series, neared its end, I felt a mixture of emotions. I was angry that secrets had… Read more “Realm of Shadows is Less Telltale’s Batman and More Telltale’s Bruce Wayne”
Valley Review Impressions
Falling with some style Before I tell you about my experience with Valley, let’s just get one thing straight: this is not a horror game. Just because… Read more “Valley Review Impressions”
Celebrate Your Support Character: Thanking the Unheralded Heroes of ‘Overwatch’
A few days ago, I received my first silver trophy in Overwatch. I got it after a game of Escort, with my team on the offence. Playing… Read more “Celebrate Your Support Character: Thanking the Unheralded Heroes of ‘Overwatch’”
Oblique Strategy: Skirting the Edge of Intergalactic War in Stellaris
Up until a few days ago, I had never played a grand strategy game. I’d heard of Sid Meier’s Civilization, Total War, Europa Universalis and others, but… Read more “Oblique Strategy: Skirting the Edge of Intergalactic War in Stellaris”
8 of the Best Gangster Games Ever Made
This week’s Mafia III news dump—a new trailer, new previews, a release date (10/7/16)—has focused a lot of attention on the latest game in 2K’s gangland saga.… Read more “8 of the Best Gangster Games Ever Made”
The Revived ‘Ratchet & Clank’ Shows How ‘Retro Gaming’ Should Be In 2016
Mike Diver and Emma Quinlan have both been playing the new Ratchet & Clank, on PlayStation 4. It’s a reimagining of the first title in the Insomniac… Read more “The Revived ‘Ratchet & Clank’ Shows How ‘Retro Gaming’ Should Be In 2016”
“Gone Home” Is Still Queer, Finally Here For PS4 and XBox
Editors note: warning! There are some spoilers in here. Spoilers are necessary to providing a complete, contextually rich review. Walking around the Greenbriarhouse, I couldn’t help but… Read more ““Gone Home” Is Still Queer, Finally Here For PS4 and XBox”
8 things we want in a Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor sequel
Rumours have been circulating that a Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor sequel is in the works. TheCV of stuntwoman Lauren May Kim reveals Shadow of Mordor 2 as one of the games… Read more “8 things we want in a Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor sequel”
Starting a War with Homefront: The Revolution
Sitting in Dambuster Studios in Nottingham, my slight hangover had all but gone. I was in the studio’s conference room, my human form starting to feel less… Read more “Starting a War with Homefront: The Revolution”
Emma Quinlan 