Metro Awakening, developed by Vertigo Games, transports players back into the haunting, atmospheric tunnels of Moscow’s underground, for you’re doing so from a first-person VR experience for the first time. It’s full of that familiar Metro atmosphere, making this one both chilling and immersive. Set in the year 2028, you take on the role of Serdar, a doctor navigating the treacherous, radiation-filled Metro to find medication for his ailing wife. Along the way, he faces the grim remnants of humanity and mutated horrors lurking within this underground refuge – a setting that brings the familiar tension and mystery of the Metro series into virtual reality very effectively on the Quest, PSVR2 and PC. Continue reading “Metro Awakening review (Quest/PCVR)”
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Monarchy review (PS5)
Monarchy, developed by Brain Seal Ltd., brings a unique spin to the strategy genre with its blend of resource management, exploration, and combat, wrapped in a side-scrolling 2D format with vibrant visuals. Set in a medieval world where you are tasked with building, defending, and expanding your base, Monarchy offers an engaging experience, though it has its share of rough edges that may deter some players. Continue reading “Monarchy review (PS5)”
Indie roundup: Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot, Skater’s Solstice & Backrooms: Partygoers
We’re in the season of big holiday releases, but that doesn’t mean we stop checking out the smaller productions. In today’s indie roundup we take a look at Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot, Skater’s Solstice and Backrooms: Partygoers. Continue reading “Indie roundup: Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot, Skater’s Solstice & Backrooms: Partygoers”
JBL Quantum 360 Wireless review
The JBL Quantum 360 Wireless headset brings a range of premium-feeling features to the mid-range gaming market, promising an enhanced, immersive audio experience powered by JBL’s QuantumSOUND Signature. Designed to amplify in-game audio detail, the headset is optimized for gaming atmospheres – from quiet footsteps that signal an approaching enemy to the intense blasts of combat. The 40mm dynamic drivers deliver a broad frequency range (20Hz – 20kHz), ensuring that sounds are crisp and distinct. In games with complex soundscapes, this clarity can be an asset, allowing gamers to pinpoint audio cues that enhance both gameplay performance and immersion. We dove into this headset in detail – here’s what we thought. Continue reading “JBL Quantum 360 Wireless review”
Dragon Age: The Veilguard review (PC)
Dragon Age: The Veilguard is BioWare’s ambitious return to the sprawling fantasy world of Thedas, inviting players to step into a dark, conflict-ridden land where ancient deities, ominous secrets, and complex politics intertwine. This latest entry in the Dragon Age franchise introduces Rook, a new protagonist entrusted with leading a team of diverse allies (known as the Veilguard) against the destructive forces of two newly awakened ancient gods. The narrative taps into the series’ familiar themes of moral ambiguity and weighty choices, giving players ample opportunities to shape their own path. However, while it manages to capture much of what fans love, it occasionally stumbles in pacing and some aspects of execution, which makes it a varied yet memorable experience for RPG fans. Continue reading “Dragon Age: The Veilguard review (PC)”
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