Release roundup: My Big Sister, Railway Empire 2: India & Predator: Hunting Grounds

A varied trio of recent releases today, as we check out the PlayStation port of My Big Sister: Remastered, the new India DLC for Railway Empire 2 and the PlayStation 5 version of Predator: Hunting Grounds. Continue reading “Release roundup: My Big Sister, Railway Empire 2: India & Predator: Hunting Grounds”

Unknown 9 – Awakening review (PS5)

Reflector Entertainment’s Unknown 9: Awakening is an interesting blend of mystery, adventure, and supernatural powers, but it doesn’t quite reach its full potential. As you take on the role of Haroona, a young woman with the unique ability to access a parallel dimension called the Fold, you’re thrust into a globe-trotting journey filled with intrigue and hidden threats. The premise, rich with potential, introduces players to a world that merges history and supernatural elements, but despite its ambitious narrative, the storytelling doesn’t always feel as cohesive as it could be. Here’s our take on the PlayStation 5 version. Continue reading “Unknown 9 – Awakening review (PS5)”

Starship Troopers: Extermination review (PS5)

Starship Troopers: Extermination brings the classic sci-fi universe of Starship Troopers into the realm of co-op first-person shooters, in an attempt to capture both the intense action of battling overwhelming bug hordes and the camaraderie of team-based combat. While it leans heavily on these beloved core elements of the film franchise, its new mechanics and class-based gameplay provide depth and variety for both longtime fans and new players. Continue reading “Starship Troopers: Extermination review (PS5)”

Silent Hill 2 review (PS5)

Bloober Team’s remake of Silent Hill 2 brings back one of the most iconic entries in the survival horror genre, and while the core experience remains gripping, it’s the new elements add layers that modern players will appreciate. The story, which revolves around James Sunderland’s haunting journey into Silent Hill after receiving a letter from his deceased wife, retains the psychological depth that made the original so compelling. The unsettling atmosphere and deeply personal narrative provide an emotional tension that lingers throughout, and the remake’s visual and gameplay upgrades offer a fresh perspective for long-time fans and newcomers alike. Continue reading “Silent Hill 2 review (PS5)”

Max Mustard review (Quest)

Max Mustard is a VR platformer that blends the charm of old-school platformers with the immersive experience that virtual reality offers – somewhat akin to Astro Boy and Lucky’s Tale. Published by Toast Interactive and released for the Meta Quest and Steam, the game places players in a vibrant, quirky world where they take on the role of the titular hero Max as he embarks on a quest to save mudpups from the evil Stubbins. With its mix of first-person power-ups and third-person platforming, Max Mustard has a lot to offer, as it embraces what VR can bring to the genre. Continue reading “Max Mustard review (Quest)”