Darren Edwards

I have been playing games since a very early age, thanks to my Dad's encouragement. I've been an Xbox gamer since the very beginning, the Master Chief is to thank for that. I'm also a big Nintendo geek, and my other half is a PlayStation nut. I'll play pretty much anything in any genre (although FIFA and COD maybe pushing it).

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Aerial_Knight’s DropShot Review

Aerial_Knight’s DropShot is built around a strong concept which is fun to play for a time, but it doesn't quite get its hooks deep enough to qualify as addictive. 

Halo: Cryptum – Book Review

Halo: Cryptum is a great read and despite kicking off a trilogy, the book doesn’t necessarily end on a cliffhanger, but it does move the pieces into position, setting up incredibly significant and cataclysmic events to come.

Xbox Partner Showcase & Crimson Desert – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #226

Episode 226 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast is live, as the team discuss the hottest gaming topics

Pinball FX – Bethesda Pinball Review

Pinball FX - Bethesda Pinball is the latest set in a long line of enjoyable tables added to the expanding library. Some may feel it is a little pricey, but if you’ve enjoyed Pinball FX previously, or looking for a place to start, this is as good a place as any to get stuck in. 

FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE Review 

FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE improves on a cult classic in so many ways. Although one poorly thought out decision holds it back, this remains one of the best examples of its genre.

Resident Evil Requiem, Project Helix & Xbox Games for March – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #225

Join TheXboxHub team as they digest the biggest news stories, and give themselves a little pat on the back for making some pretty darn accurate predictions recently.

Resident Evil Requiem Review

Resident Evil Requiem is a pitch perfect love letter to fans of the series.

Disciples: Domination Review

Disciples: Domination is an enjoyable sequel that builds on the original in certain ways, but remains a very similar experience to what came before, complete with the same drawbacks.

Why Echo Generation 2 is a Day One Game Pass Sequel to Watch

We have been lucky enough to get our hands on the Echo Generation 2 demo a little early, and dive into Cococucumber’s unexpected sequel.

World War Z x The Walking Dead Review

It may be an obvious match up, but World War Z x The Walking Dead seamlessly brings the two worlds together in another helping of the enjoyable zombie shooter.

Montezuma’s Revenge – The 40th Anniversary Edition Review 

Montezuma's Revenge - The 40th Anniversary Edition is a curious nostalgia trip back in time that will do little other than please those who enjoyed the original.

BAFTA Games in Concert and February’s Finest – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #224

Forgive a little showing off at the start of Episode 224 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast...

Baseless Review

On balance I very much enjoyed Baseless and I honestly can’t pick many faults at all. However, the strenuous gameplay will prove make or break for some, especially when the control niggles only make things more problematic.

Xbox Developer Direct & Trouble At Ubisoft? – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #223

Who better to bring you up to speed on all the news and developments than Gareth, Paul and Darren as they return with Episode 223 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast. 

Total Chaos Review

Total Chaos is a disorientating tale of mystery, horror and survival which despite some frustrating niggles, details a desperate struggle against insanity itself.

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 Review

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 deserves credit for building on what made the first game so much fun to play.

Tomb Raider & The Game Awards 2025 – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #222

How did The Game Awards 2025 fare? Well never fear, as Gareth, Paul, Richard and Darren are back to unpick this and more in Episode 222 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast. 

Pinball FX – Williams Pinball: Scared Stiff Review

Pinball FX - Williams Pinball: Scared Stiff confidently builds on the table which preceded it, resulting in a punchier, more unhinged experience that raises the stakes and dials up the fun.

Pinball FX – Williams Pinball: Elvira and the Party Monsters Review

Pinball FX - Williams Pinball: Elvira and the Party Monsters offers something tonally different, a table with plenty of features, complete with the usual bells and whistles the series has become known for.

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