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.

Goku and Vegeta DLC characters now available for Dragon Ball FighterZ on Xbox One

Now, you’re probably thinking that these iconic characters are already in Dragon Ball FighterZ, and you’d be right. What’s present in the base game is their SSGSS form though, with the latest DLC bringing you classic (the original and most recognisable) versions of Goku and Vegeta instead!

Super Blackjack Battle II Turbo Edition Review

Super Blackjack Battle II Turbo Edition is the original creation of the Spain-based development team Stage Clear Studios, who are probably best known for working on Yesterday Origins and helping to port a multitude of games over to different platforms. Their latest game is one that’s been heavily inspired by the beat ‘em up experiences of the '90s and looks to gather a whole load of hero type characters, all in aid of finding out who is the best of the best... at Blackjack.

Two more 8-Bit RTS titles to follow 8-Bit Armies onto Xbox One and PS4

SOEDESCO have revealed that the fast-paced military themed RTS 8-Bit Armies isn’t the only title in the series that’s heading to consoles. It’ll be joined by both 8-Bit Hordes and 8-Bit Invaders!, with all three 8-Bit games supporting cross-title multiplayer.

Adventure Time: Pirates of the Enchiridion Review

It’s already spawned a number of video games, but the latest one Adventure Time: Pirates of the Enchiridion – and maybe the last instalment with the TV series seemingly coming to an end this year – has been developed by Climax Studios. With plenty of experience under their belt having worked on titles like Assassin’s Creed Chronicles and Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, can they triumph with a more child-friendly offering like this?

Monster Slayers Review

Whilst Monster Slayers is a combination of battling with cards and slaying monsters, it’s also more than that, because it’s a rogue-like deck-building RPG adventure where you’ll undoubtedly fail to succeed over and over again due to its tough nature. Nobody really enjoys failure though do they? So it begs the question: will Monster Slayers be able to maintain a difficult experience that manages to still be enjoyable and feel different to anything else on the market?

Get 5 games in 1 with the Zazmo Arcade Pack on Xbox One

The Zazmo Arcade Pack (ZAP) brings together a collection of games inspired by the arcade games of yesteryear, with five different offerings which cater for local co-op action with a friend as well as the option to go it alone, whilst also adding a competitive edge for those who want it. So, what exactly is in the pack?

Enter now – Star Trek Online Leeta Tactical Bridge Officer Code Giveaway on Xbox One!

Another major expansion has made its way into the free-to-play MMORPG, Star Trek Online, and there’s no better way to celebrate the Victory is Life content than by giving away free stuff. So, we've teamed up with Perfect World Entertainment and Cryptic Studios to do just that. Now, who wants a code for a Leeta Tactical Bridge Officer?

GRIP: Combat Racing gets an official release date for Xbox One, PS4, Switch and PC

The date has been set for when racers can grip that wheel and take to the tracks, walls and ceilings in GRIP: Combat Racing. There are also a few perks for those who pre-order the game through GameStop. So, would you like to know more?

Psyonix announce the Ultimate Edition of Rocket League is heading to stores at the end of August

As one of the most critically acclaimed sports titles on the market, it’s no surprise that Rocket League is due for a physical release in an Ultimate form that’s ideal for those uninitiated with the rocket-fuelled soccer (football) action.

Seven new arrivals unveiled for Xbox Game Pass in August 2018

We’ve all been wondering what titles were going to be added to the Xbox Game Pass scheme this month and now they’ve finally been revealed. Better late than never, eh?

Roll with the music in Road to Ballhalla out now on Xbox One

The rhythmic journey to Ballhalla has arrived on Xbox One, tasking you with following the beat of the music to overcome the hazards or you’ll be at risk of your balls getting crushed. The Road to Ballhalla starts here.

Sandbox builder TerraTech launch dates set in August for Xbox One, PS4 and PC

There’s not long now until you can unleash your creativity in TerraTech, the physics-based builder from developers Payload Studios, with the release dates set in stone for PC and consoles.

Birdcakes Review

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it Superman? No, it’s Pancake the flying cupcake! The flying cupcake is the star of the show in Green Lava Studios’ latest offering Birdcakes, in which Pancake and his girlfriend Cherry – also a cupcake – are enjoying a lovely picnic, until disaster strikes. A treacherous fly comes out of nowhere, before licking Cherry and leaving her traumatised as a result. Distraught about this disgusting act and swiftly armed to kill flies on sight, Pancake goes on a rampage to protect his girlfriend from any further unauthorised attacks. They’ll be dropping like, well, themselves.

Hold on tight as 8 To Glory – The Official Game of the PBR charges onto Xbox One

Think you’ve got want it takes to ride the toughest bulls that the Professional Bull Riding organisation has to offer in 8 To Glory and, ultimately, become the World Champion? Then get riding, cowboys!

Maximum Football 2018 touches down on Xbox One

Forget the Madden series, for there’s another American football simulation game on the market in the form of Maximum Football 2018. So huddle up close and see how this Canadian-made title looks to supply American football fans with an alternative option.

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