Author: Emad Ahmed
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Mile High Taxi is a swift ride through old visions of the future
[ad_1] I still remember the build up to American McGee’s Scrapland. I would buy gaming magazines (well, when I was allowed to), particularly PC Zone, and the full-page ads made it seem like it was going to be a truly wondrous, open sci-fi adventure. There were also big expectations thanks to the success of…
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An amateur attempt to improve my GeoGuessr score in the space of a week
[ad_1] It’s really weird how there are so many ‘casual’ games, yet the term can encompass something as simple and superficial as Candy Crush, or as ubiquitous and culturally powerful as Fortnite. When GeoGuessr came along nearly a decade ago, it was a refreshing idea for a game that welcomes the widest audience possible.…
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Lil Gator Game is a longer spin on A Short Hike, and just as delightful
[ad_1] During the Christmas break, I had a morning routine of helping my mum and then settling down for another five minutes of Lil Gator Game on my Switch. Maybe ten minutes. Or fifteen. And then a few more during the day in between writing sessions. And then sometimes a quick blast at…
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Games of 2022: Melatonin was the best chance to manifest
[ad_1] We don’t really get that many rhythm games when you think about it. There are some that are really great, and understandably many people’s overall favourites, such as Rez, Sayonara Wild Hearts, Audiosurf, and Thumper. And I think the reason for this relative scarcity is a simple one: it’s so dang hard…
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Crowns & Pawns is a charming point-and-click mystery about family secrets
[ad_1] When I saw Crowns & Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit, I immediately thought it was some sort of Sims-like game, with its bright, colourful palette and inviting, simple gameplay. And although the gameplay is indeed a simple, point-and-click adventure, it’s packaged so charmingly that I found it difficult to resist. Crowns & Pawns: Kingdom…
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Save on some recent hits in The Game Collection’s Easter sale
[ad_1] With a couple of big games released so far this year, such as Elden Ring and Ghostwire Tokyo, there’s a chance in the coming month or so to catch up with other recent titles. This is an ideal time given we’ll all be gearing up (mentally) for a summer of new gaming announcements from…
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Save up to 75 per cent off on Ubisoft’s DLC sale
[ad_1] Ubisoft have made huge adventure games in recent years, and they provide excellent support by extending the story and our time with the characters for those of us who want to hang around with them even longer. Some of their excellent DLC packs are currently on sale right now on Ubisoft’s own site, and…
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This ASUS TUF 144Hz gaming monitor is down to just £169
[ad_1] One of the biggest upgrades you can make to your gaming setup is changing to a high refresh rate panel, as your games will look smoother and feel more immersive and response as you play. The ASUS TUF VG249Q gaming monitor fits the bill perfectly, and it’s currently available for £169 from Amazon. That’s…
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Save £70 on this SteelSeries Arctis Pro gaming headset
[ad_1] SteelSeries make a wide range of excellent gaming headsets for different budgets. The Pro is one of their more premium models, and it’s currently down to just £109.99 over at Amazon right now. That’s a huge £70 saving off the standard retail price. The headphones are capable of pushing high-resolution audio, and with DTS’…
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Save an extra 5 per cent off ASUS products at CCL today
[ad_1] ASUS is one of the few brands that not only makes great gaming products, but a whole range of stuff for all things computing, whether it’s a gaming chair, laptop or networking gear. The reliable folks at CCL Computers currently have a promotion on all things ASUS, where you can add the code ‘ASUSAPR’…