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The Winners of the PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase Have Been Announced, and These are the Games We Want to Keep an Eye On

PAX Aus 2024 is fast approaching, and with that fast approach comes a whole bunch of new indie games to get excited for. Join Rohan as he breaks down some of the games that caught his eye.
by Rohan ElliottJuly 30, 2024

Elden Ring DLC is Too Hard? Pfft! Mikkaa Just Beat it Twice… Simultaneously!

Mikkaa, Soulslike challenge run extraordinaire has completed the impossible. She has finally defeated the final boss of Elden Ring’s DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, simultaneously on controller and dance pad. What the absolute [redacted]?!
by Iain McParlandJuly 29, 2024

First Impressions from the Surprisingly Great Concord Closed Beta

Live service skeptic Iain took part in the Concord closed beta this weekend and was utterly pleasantly surprised. Check out his first impressions on a game many people have written off before it’s even launched.
by Iain McParlandJuly 17, 2024

Batman: Arkham Origins – The Forgotten Gem

Batman Arkham Origins is often seen as the black sheep in the series. It's time to put some respect on its name.
by Jordan JurkowskiJuly 16, 2024

Ally X Announced! Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Grab the Original ROG Ally

Do you want a handheld gaming device? Should you get a Steam Deck or an ASUS ROG Ally? Should you consider the ALLY now that they’ve announced the new one? Read more to find out!
by Dan MorrisJuly 9, 2024

Platinum Trophies That Took Years Off Our Lives

Every PSN trophy hunter loves a platinum trophy, but sometimes it just isn’t worth it. Join Thomas and Iain as they recount the platinum trophies that took years off their lives.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 4, 2024

Why I’m Hopeful for Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has been revealed, and reactions have been mixed, but sometimes, a little time can help you see things clearly. Join Thomas Richards as he explains why he’s hopeful for the next game in the series.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 2, 2024

Smite Evil, The Way Priests Were Meant To! Graven Game Review

Grab your Staff and holy weapons of war. There’s evil to quell in the dark-fantasy FPS action adventure, Graven.
by Dan MorrisJune 27, 2024

From 8-Bit to HD: Does the New CONTRA Capture the Magic of the Original

Guess who’s back? Back again? Contra’s back. Tell all your friends with lower back pain. Trust me, if they played the first one, they worry about that. We dive into the rebooted CONTRA: Operation Galuga, and we wonder if it's still the same old Contra, or did we lose something along the way? Let's talk about it …
by Tim BeisiegelJune 25, 2024

Blumhouse Games and Outersloth Steal the Show at Summer Game Fest

Iain’s highlight of Summer Game Fest was the announcements of two new indie game publishers, Blumhouse Games and Outersloth. We break down the games announced at SGF coming from the new players in the market.
by Iain McParlandJune 24, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations: Dark Beginnings is a Short Prequel Done Right

Sonic X Shadow Generations: Dark Beginnings has been released, but is it more than glorified marketing material? Join Tom as he explains why this may be the best prequel mini-series ever made.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 24, 2024

5 The Sims 4 Packs Worth Every Simoleon! | It’s A Sims Thing

As an avid simmer, I've had a love-hate relationship with The Sims 4 packs. From Island Living to Discover University and even Strangerville… Yes, you heard right, there are plenty of favorable packs and adventure features for an avid simmer like myself to love playing The Sims 4.
by Stephanie JudgeOctober 19, 2024

PAX Aus 2024 Round-Up: Another PAX In The Bag!

PAX Aus 2024 has come and gone, but that’s no reason to be sad. Join Tom and Rohan as they reflect on this chaotic but fun weekend of games and panels.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 18, 2024

ADHD Mini Reviews: Halloween Edition – Silent Hill 2 Remake, Pumpkin Jack & Scooby-Doo!

The ADHD gamer returns with some mini reviews to get you into the Halloween spirit! Are these games anything to scream about? Read the article to find out more!
by Jordan JurkowskiOctober 17, 2024

PAX Aus 2024: Some of the biggest surprises from the convention

With the closing of the final day of PAX Aus 2024, Rohan gets a bit reflective and after blinding passing motorists looks back at some of the biggest surprises of the convention.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 14, 2024

PAX Aus 2024: Hands On With the Indie Showcase Winners

Day 2 of PAX means more hands-on with games and Rohan is checking out all the PAX indie winners including Anticitizen Red, Max Mustard, The Score and more to see whether they're worth all the long lines to play.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 13, 2024

Is “Metaphor: ReFantazio” More Than a “Persona” Clone?

Metaphor Re:Fantazio is another game from ATLUS, but is it just a re-skinned Persona game? Join Tom as he tries the game at PAX Aus to see if it brings anything new to the table.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 13, 2024

PAX Aus 2024: Indie Games That Caught My Eye in the First Hour

The first hour of PAX Aus 2024 is done and dusted and Rohan has been blown away by the wealth of indie games on the show floor this year. Check out his pick of the indie games he's managed to get his hands on so far.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 13, 2024

Hands-On With Sonic X Shadow Generations at PAX Aus 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations is playable at PAX Aus 2024, and we’re very excited. Join Tom as he gives his first impressions of this upcoming Sonic game.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 11, 2024

Don’t Waste Your Simoleons! The 5 Sims 4 Packs We Wish Never Existed | It’s A Sims Thing

I've had a love-hate relationship with The Sims 4 packs. From Werewolves to My Wedding Stories to High School Years, there are plenty of bugs and creative problems for an avid simmer like myself to have mixed feelings.
by Stephanie JudgeOctober 8, 2024
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