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Game review: Amerzone – The Explorer’s Legacy (Xbox Series X)
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Amerzone – The Explorer’s Legacy is a stunning 2025 point-and-click adventure remake, now on Xbox Series X with enhanced graphics and challenging puzzles.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech G435 wireless gaming headset
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The Logitech G435 is a lightweight, affordable wireless gaming headset offering dual connectivity, solid audio, and up to 18 hours of battery life, ideal for gamers.
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Game review: Snow Bros. 2 Special (Nintendo Switch)
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Snow Bros. 2 Special brings nostalgic fun to Nintendo Switch, faithfully remaking the classic arcade game from 1994 with upgraded graphics and new features.
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Game review: Sociable Soccer 25 (Nintendo Switch)
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Sociable Soccer 25, a casual football game for Nintendo Switch, offers over 13,000 real players but suffers from outdated graphics and simplistic gameplay.
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Game review: Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (Nintendo Switch)
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition resurfaces on Nintendo Switch, bringing enhanced graphics and new story content to an underrated sci-fi JRPG gem.
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Game review: Omega 6 The Triangle Stars (Nintendo Switch)
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In a nostalgic nod to the ‘90s, Omega 6 The Triangle Stars brings classic point-and-click adventure to Nintendo Switch, promising quirky aliens and intriguing quests.
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Game review: Stunt Flyer (Switch)
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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The revamped Stunt Flyer soars onto the Nintendo Switch, offering improved visuals and controls but failing to capture adventure with repetitive missions.
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Game review: Under Defeat (Switch)
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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Under Defeat, a beloved arcade classic from 2005, returns remastered on modern consoles, delivering exhilarating helicopter action but punishing difficulty.
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Game review: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD (Switch)
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Nintendo's Donkey Kong Country Returns HD for Switch revitalises the classic with stunning HD graphics and accessible controls, earning a solid 9.0/10.
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Game review: RIKI 8Bit Game Collection (Switch)
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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The RIKI 8Bit Game Collection for Switch offers two brief games and three music albums for NZD $33, leaving gamers wanting more for their money.
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Game review: Red Dead Redemption (PC)
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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The iconic Red Dead Redemption finally arrives on PC, proving its timeless appeal as players step into John Marsden's boots in this classic adventure.
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Game review: Snow Bros. Wonderland (Nintendo Switch)
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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The nostalgic sequel Snow Bros. Wonderland offers captivating 3D gameplay and cooperative action, but suffers from outdated graphics and jumping puzzles.
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Game review: Dragon Quest III 2D Remake (Xbox Series X)
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Square Enix has launched Dragon Quest III 2D Remake, enhancing visuals for modern consoles while retaining classic gameplay elements and a £95 price tag.
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Game review: Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Nintendo continues to impress in 2024 with the launch of Mario & Luigi: Brothership, a captivating turn-based RPG exclusive for the Switch.
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Game review: Lego Horizon Adventures (PS5 Pro)
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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Lego Horizon Adventures, now available for PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, offers a fun, kid-friendly take on the Horizon series with engaging gameplay.
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Game review: Super Mario Party Jamboree (Nintendo Switch)
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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Super Mario Party Jamboree for Nintendo Switch offers over 110 minigames and various modes, ensuring fun for players of all ages.
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Game preview: Lego Horizon Adventures
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Lego Horizon Adventures, a family-friendly retelling of Horizon: Zero Dawn, is set to release on November 14, 2024, promising fun for all ages.
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Gen Z in UK boosts gaming spend by 21% amid mobile rise
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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New research reveals UK Gen Z students have upped their gaming spend by 21% to GBP £48 monthly, contributing to GBP £3.4 billion annual sales.
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Game review: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (Nintendo Switch)
Mon, 7th Oct 2024
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Nintendo's latest release, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, presents Zelda as the primary character, offering fresh gameplay and unique abilities.
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Game review: Tomba! Special Edition (PS5)
Mon, 19th Aug 2024
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The '90s classic Tomba! gets a fresh release with Tomba! Special Edition for PS5, retaining its nostalgic charm and adding modern features.