James Birks

Been gaming casually since the SNES as a youngster but found my true passion for games on the Playstation 1 (the forbidden word ooo). My addiction grew to its pinnacle with the purchase of an Xbox 360 & Xbox Live Service. A recovering GS hunter that will still play literally any game.

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Inescapable: No Rules, No Rescue Review

Inescapable: No Rules, No Rescue isn’t a bad game, it’s just that others of a similar ilk, like Danganronpa, do the social thriller visual novel concept much better.

Bakery Simulator Review

Bakery Simulator is the bread bun of the baking world - bland and uninteresting, but some people might still like it.

Bio Inc. Redemption Review

Bio Inc. Redemption actually allows you to experience both the preservation of life and the threat of death very well.

the World According to Girl Review

the World According to Girl has an interesting premise, but rather fittingly fails to execute the grand plan and falls short of being the great game it could be.

Historically-inspired RTS Ancestors Legacy now available on Xbox One and PS4

That’s right, after a lengthy delay, Ancestors Legacy has finally made the daunting leap from PC to console and it looks take us back to the Middle Ages for a real-time strategy experience that’s inspired by actual history events.

Solo: Islands of the Heart Review

What is love? Have you ever been in love? If you have, why did your last relationship come to an end? Don’t worry, this isn’t some dating questionnaire; just merely a brief idea of what’ll be running through your mind when the Solo: Islands of the Heart experience puts a myriad of thought-provoking questions to you. And don’t be fooled into thinking that’s all there is to Solo either, as essentially it’s a puzzle game by trade. But is it worthy of pouring your heart into?

World of Warships: Legends marks its full release on Xbox One and PS4 with a new campaign

The free-to-play, action-packed naval experience World of Warships: Legends has been in Game Preview for a few months on Xbox One, but now it’s become a fully-fledged offering. To celebrate the release, developers Wargaming have also added a new campaign, German destroyers and early access to German battleships.

Prepare to die, resurrect and repeat as REZ PLZ announced for Xbox One in 2020

There’s a new co-op puzzle platformer in the works from Graffiti Games and Long Neck Games; one in which sacrificing your brother is actively encouraged and death is but a tool to progress. Fortunately, resurrection is also possible in the appropriately titled, REZ PLZ.

PixARK Review

PixARK from developers Snail Games is essentially a spin-off of ARK: Survival Evolved, with a touch of inspiration from Minecraft in a possible attempt to cater to the younger audience. Having spent over a year in Xbox Game Preview, it’s time to get stuck into the full experience on Xbox One and let our imagination run wild in PixARK.

Life is Strange Issue #7 – Comic Review

The second story arc for the Life is Strange comic series from Titan Comics has almost reached its climax, with the penultimate issue now in hand to deliver more dramatic goings on for Max and Chloe. It’s been a bit of a slow-burner so far, but the ‘Waves’ narrative really needs to turn things up a notch for Life is Strange Issue #7 in order to ensure the reader checks out the final instalment. Has it succeeded in doing so though?

Pure evil arrives for Dragon Ball FighterZ in the form of DLC character Janemba

Many characters have already joined the fight in Dragon Ball FighterZ, but now it’s time for the arrival of a demon who’s seen as the purest of all evil. Janemba’s here and he’s come straight from depths of hell to prove his worth as a mighty villain!

The Forbidden Arts brings fiery antics to Xbox One, Switch and PC

There’s a new action adventure on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC looking to put your platforming and pyromancy skills to the test in the form of The Forbidden Arts. Will it be setting your next gaming session alight?

Loco racer Must Dash Amigos brings couch multiplayer chaos to Xbox One

Looking for some family friendly fun with a whole load of humour thrown in for your next gaming party? Well, get ready for a totally loco top-down battle racer full of mayhem, avocados and piñata stampedes as Must Dash Amigos arrives on Xbox One.

The Tower of Beatrice Review

The Tower of Beatrice, the latest low-priced title to arrive on Xbox One courtesy of publishers Sometimes You, which looks to deliver a point-and-click experience that’ll really tax the brain. Despite possessing a small price tag, it cannot be overlooked that it’s a game that falls a tad short when compared to the many other offerings within the genre. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s bad.

Patriots report for duty as Metal Wolf Chaos XD launches on Xbox One, PS4 and PC

When your country is in peril, there’s only one man who can fight back and defend the nation against an attempted revolt – the President, of course. At least that’s the case where Metal Wolf Chaos XD is concerned and it’s out now on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC

Cover stars, release date, mode details and more announced for WWE 2K20

Each and every year 2K like to kick-start the hype train for their WWE 2K series with the reveal of their cover star, but for WWE 2K20 there are actually two of them and alongside this a whole host of other details have been unveiled to really get the excitement levels pumping. So let’s step inside the ropes and find out more...

Dry Drowning Preview – The tormented and the troubled

From the moment Dry Drowning was announced for a release on Xbox One in 2020, my inner investigator simply had to find out more about it. Waiting until 2020 seemed my only option, although I’d kill for the chance to check it out sooner. Fortunately, I’ve had the chance to sink a few hours into Dry Drowning on PC and, thankfully, no one has to die.

Zombieland: Double Tap – Road Trip release date announced for Xbox One, PS4, Switch and PC

There’s a new top-down co-op shooter in the works titled Zombieland: Double Tap - Road Trip and it’s based on the blockbuster horror comedy franchise from Sony Pictures. Expect plenty of inspiration from the story, characters, humour and horror of both Zombieland and its upcoming sequel, Zombieland 2: Double Tap.

Garfield Kart Furious Racing release date unveiled by Microids for Xbox One, PS4, Switch and PC

That darn lazy cat is about to jump behind the wheel alongside a host of his pals in the upcoming title from Microids and Paws Inc, Garfield Kart Furious Racing. So get ready for some racing, cats and lasagne!

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Fallout 4 Xbox Series X|S Review

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The World After Review

Whilst the transition across languages hasn't helped the writing in places, you should enjoy your time with The World After.

Inescapable: No Rules, No Rescue Review

Inescapable: No Rules, No Rescue isn’t a bad game, it’s just that others of a similar ilk, like Danganronpa, do the social thriller visual novel concept much better.

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There’s certainly room for improvement, but Sker Ritual is an enjoyable zombie horde shooter that will appeal to fans of the genre.