Richard Dobson

Avid gamer since the days of Sonic the Hedgehog 2. Grew up with the PS1 and PS2 but changed allegiances in 2007 with the release of Halo 3.

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Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Review

The two games featured in the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection were big deals when first released. Playing them again now, it is clear to see why.

Unicorn Overlord Review

Unicorn Overlord isn’t so much about why you are journeying, but more about who is joining you, who stands in your way and how good you look whilst progressing.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chornobyl Review

For fans of the Metro and Fallout series, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chornobyl is very much in the same vein.

Welcome to ParadiZe Review

Welcome to ParadiZe is fun. But fun without rewriting the manual.

Gameplay revealed for Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong

This latest title in the Vampire: The Masquerade series is edging closer and closer to release. To keep the hype train moving, NACON and Big Bad Wolf Studio have unveiled their gameplay trailer. Without any further ado, let’s take a look at the gameplay for Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong.

Fast-Paced platformer Inukari – Chase of Deception sprints on console

If you are in a rush to get somewhere and no mode of transport is available, you run. But by that same token, you can run out of something too. What is the point I am trying to make? I’m not really sure, other than it being a tenuous link to a fast-paced platformer. Anyways, Inukari – Chase of Deception is out now on Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

Brave the Royal Frontier on Xbox

Turn-based RPGs usually take many an hour to fully complete. That is, unless it is a turn-based RPG ported by Ratalaika Games. Famously short games with easy achievements, their latest release is no different. Discover the Royal Frontier today on Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.

Who Pressed Mute on Uncle Marcus? spices up the family Zoom quiz

Put your hands up anyone that absolutely despised the online conference calls with family and friends during lockdown. I’ll admit it, I hated them, and they only affected my social needs negatively. No amount of quizzes, banter or seeing my niece smile for the first time made them any more enjoyable. But a murder mystery where you must work against the clock to discover who poisoned Uncle Marcus? Now that sounds interesting. Find out Who Pressed Mute on Uncle Marcus? today on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Nintendo Switch and mobile.

Grand Theft Auto V Xbox Series X|S Review

What was once the standard-bearer for open-worlds has been overshadowed in the near decade since its first release. Grand Theft Auto V still holds up really well, but playing it now does feel like stepping into a time machine, such is the way that real-world and video game development has changed in the years since.

Kill Chaos in Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin

Approaching 35 years of history, the Final Fantasy series has more recently been taking a look back rather than forward. That is no bad thing though, as it gave us the rather good Final Fantasy VII Remake in 2020. Still waiting on that Xbox release, by the way. We do have one release though, and it is a reimagining of the very first Final Fantasy. Releasing today on Xbox, PlayStation and PC is Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin.

Megaquarium: Freshwater Frenzy Review

Megaquarium: Freshwater Frenzy is able to deliver more of the same. This is a great and underrated sim management game, now with a new injection of fresh content for players to enjoy.

Pinball FX3 – The Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure Review

Pinball FX3 usually does a stellar job of recreating physical tables in their world and the Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventures table is no exception; faithfully done with the majority of additions subtly improving it. But the price point is a major sticking point, as is the number of tables included.

Don’t shoot yourself in Hundred Bullets

Bullet hells are called bullet hells for a reason; as you attempt to dodge all the projectiles flying in every direction you shout expletives that should only be reserved for the devil. It is a strange concept but loved by many. Hundred Bullets puts a calming spin on this genre, however. Find out how today as Hundred Bullets launches on Xbox.

Keep away from those Radioactive Dwarfs: Evil From the Sewers

At first glance this looks like a re-release for some sort of cult videogame from the 1980s. But it isn’t, it is a brand-new release that really captures the essence of that era. Find out how well it plays today as Radioactive Dwarfs: Evil From the Sewers releases today on Xbox and PlayStation.

Big guns and bullet hell promised in Jetboard Joust

It is a bold opening move to tell us not to expect a story but that is just how Jetboard Joust has introduced itself. In today’s gaming world, not having a story isn’t usually seen as a positive. But Jetboard Joust isn’t concerned with today, firmly planting itself in the era of coin-operated shoot ‘em ups. Relive the spirit of spending your pocket money as Jetboard Joust releases today on Xbox and PlayStation.

Trailmakers sets sail for the High Seas

Since 2019, Trailmakers has been offering its sandbox building simulator to Xbox gamers. First in Xbox Game Preview and more recently in Xbox Game Pass, this LEGO-esque modular builders only limit has been players imaginations. And today the boundaries are set to be broken down again. It is time to take your builds to the waters edge as the High Seas expansion for Trailmakers is out now on Xbox, PlayStation and PC.

Hotel Transylvania: Scary-Tale Adventures brings the big screen thrills to consoles

Hard to believe it but the Hotel Transylvania series is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. The film series may have concluded with the recent fourth film but the franchise lives on elsewhere. And that is exactly what we have here as Hotel Transylvania: Scary-Tale Adventures releases today on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Metroidvania tribute Cosmos Bit brings 8-bit platforming action

How long does an object need to be out in the wide world before it can be considered ‘retro’? I was recently privy to a conversation that dared to suggest the PlayStation 2 was now a retro console. I was having none of it. This latest release from Ratalaika Games, Cosmos Bit, available today on Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, is a modern game with a retro twist. Harking back to the 8-bit platforming titles of the 1980s and ‘90s, can a new release be instantly retro?

Fortune and Glory Awaits in Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure DLC for Pinball FX3

Oh, you’ve clicked on this article? You chose wisely. Here’s me thinking of how many more Indiana Jones quotes I can shoehorn into this article. “Don’t get cocky” I tell myself as I now blur other Harrison Ford performances into one another. “I’m making this up as I go along” and I best get things back on track. Pinball FX3 have been releasing licensed pinball tables since acquiring the Williams license and are back today with another classic. Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure table is now available in Pinball FX3 on Xbox, PlayStation, PC and Nintendo Switch.

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