Gemma Young

I'm a part-time gamer and a full-time writer of science-y things. On the few odd occasions that I'm able to wrestle the Xbox controller away from the avid gamers in my family, I enjoy spending time playing puzzle and adventure games.

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Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2 Review

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 2 continues the emotional and nostalgic journey started in Tape 1 with a strong narrative that builds on the bonds formed between the group of girls.

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 1 Review

DON’T NOD continues to surprise with Lost Records and Tape 1 - Bloom, pushing the narrative adventure genre in new directions.

Shure MV6 USB Gaming Microphone Review

Shure are advertising the MV6 as the ideal first professional microphone for gamers and streamers and promise consistent, high-quality audio at an accessible price point.

Just Dance 2025 Edition Review

Just Dance 2025 Edition keeps the fun alive and well on the dance floor.

Game Changers: The Video Game Revolution – Book Review

Game Changers: The Video Game Revolution is the ultimate A-Z guide to nearly 300 of the world’s most iconic games spanning the last 70 years.

Climbing new heights with DON’T NOD’s Jusant

Jusant promises to scale some serious heights. 

Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery coming to Game Pass and Console

You're a detective, and a frog, and it's time to solve three thrilling mysteries. Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery is announced for Game Pass and console!

Promenade announced for 2024 release

Promenade on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC is a 2D Collectathon inspired by the best 3D platformers - and it’s coming in 2024.

Is Sneak Hydrate the best gaming hydration drink?

Now Sneak, known for their highly popular energy drinks, have jumped onto the bandwagon with their version of the gaming hydration drink - Sneak Hydrate.

Dordogne – a colourful palette of emotions now on Xbox and Game Pass

Dordogne is a narrative adventure game in 3D watercolour from Focus Entertainment.

Get ready for some feline fun with Cat Souls on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC

Are you ready for some feline fun? Put a paws on your life and give Cat Souls on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC a play. 

Amnesia: The Bunker – A Masterpiece in Game Pass Survival Horror

Launching now across Xbox, Game Pass, PC and Playstation is Amnesia: The Bunker, a first-person survival horror game.

Star in your own nature documentary with AWAY: The Survival Series on Xbox

AWAY: The Survival Series is a 3rd-person adventure game where you play as a young sugar glider on a journey to save his family.

Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged racing onto consoles this fall

Mattel, Inc. and Milestone today announced Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged.

Build a civilization whilst enjoying a game of solitaire with Age of Solitaire

Age of Solitaire: Build Civilization on Xbox combines the classic card game with a civilisation-building aspect for a challenging yet rewarding game.

Find and Pet all the felines in A Building Full of Cats

Welcome to A Building Full of Cats on Xbox, a hidden object game where you have to pet all the cats in a building.

Chronicles of 2 Heroes Amaterasu’s Wrath: retro platforming in feudal Japan

Prepare to embark on a thrilling adventure with Chronicles of 2 Heroes Amaterasu's Wrath on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC, a mesmerising 16-bit action platformer that seamlessly combines the best of Metroidvania gameplay with breath-taking pixel art.

Dice Legacy: Definitive Edition – build a settlement on console with a throw of the dice

Out today and joining the (some might say too small) list of strategy games on Xbox and PlayStation is Dice Legacy: Definitive Edition. 

Home Sheep Home: Farmageddon Party Edition is remastered for consoles

Home Sheep Home: Farmageddon Party Edition is the latest creation to head onto consoles from Aardman.

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Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a well balanced compilation of games with broad appeal, skilfully and faithfully enhanced for the modern player. 

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Revenge of the Savage Planet is a worthy successor to the previous game, especially if you have a buddy to take along for the ride.

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