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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Showcase Season & Planet Zoo 2 – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #229

The Xbox Games Showcase, Summer Game Fest, and the small matter of Planet Zoo 2 are top of the agenda for us here at TheXboxHub towers.

007 First Light & Forza Horizon 6 – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #228

TheXboxHub Official Podcast is never far away. We’re on Episode 228 this time around, and Gareth, Paul and Darren are back with news, opinions and hot takes on the biggest games around. We’re talking 007 First Light, Forza Horizon 6, Fable, Destiny 2 and more.

007 First Light Review 

007 First Light is a triumph. It has a legitimate claim to the best James Bond game ever, managing to reboot the series whilst cherishing what makes it so special. It’s the start of a new era for Bond, which will leave you shaken, not stirred. 

The Greatest James Bond Games Ever Released

What better time to cast our minds back and revisit the five best James Bond games that have been released. Ever.

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.

The Jackbox Party Pack 11 Review

The Jackbox Party Pack 11 is a great collection of games which boasts the series staples, but features no standout stars to add to the all-timers list.

Surprise! Xbox Partner Preview 2025 – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #221

It's Episode 221 of TheXboxHub Official Podcast and the team cover all the latest from the most recent Xbox Partner Preview. 

Castle of Heart: Retold Review

Castle of Heart: Retold rounds off a few rough edges from the original. However, it remains a run of the mill platformer which, despite the intriguing affliction Svaran carries, does little else to innovate or differentiate. 

Keeper Review

Keeper is a short, but very sweet, exquisitely crafted experience which relaxes, intrigues, impresses and delights at every turn. This is about as relaxing as gaming gets, and I loved it.

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