The HyperX Cloud series has long been a favorite among gamers who want a balance between comfort, performance, and affordability, and the new Cloud III S Wireless continues that tradition with some noteworthy upgrades. HyperX has refined the benchmark established with the Cloud III Wireless, while adding new features like Bluetooth connectivity, improved battery life, and additional customization options. It’s a headset that tries to cover all bases, from long gaming sessions on PC or PlayStation 5 to casual use with mobile devices, and in many respects it succeeds – though not without a few caveats along the way. Continue reading “HyperX Cloud III S Wireless review”
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Tropico 7 preview (Gamescom)
For over two decades, the Tropico series has offered players the chance to slip into the polished boots of El Presidente and run their own island paradise – or dictatorship, depending on how you look at it. With Tropico 6 now more than six years old and expanded through a steady flow of DLC, the time feels right for a new chapter. Tropico 7, developed this time by Gaming Minds Studios and published by Kalypso Media, looks set to bring both new systems and a fresh coat of paint to the beloved formula, while still delivering the satirical charm the series is known for. Continue reading “Tropico 7 preview (Gamescom)”
Earthion review (PS5)
Earthion on PlayStation 5 is an unusual release: a brand-new shoot ’em up from Ancient Corporation and Yuzo Koshiro that was originally built for 16-bit hardware and then published on today’s systems. Published by Limited Run Games, it aims to recapture the golden age of arcade shooters while adding modern touches like leaderboards and display options. In doing so, it taps directly into nostalgia, but also raises the question of how much room there is for innovation in a genre so closely tied to its heritage. Continue reading “Earthion review (PS5)”
Exoborne preview (Gamescom)
Sharkmob is venturing into new territory with Exoborne, an open-world tactical extraction shooter that blends high-stakes player-versus-player encounters with unpredictable forces of nature. At first glance it sits alongside a growing number of extraction-style shooters, but its storm-battered world, exo-rig customization, and strong narrative backdrop suggest something that could stand apart from the pack. Continue reading “Exoborne preview (Gamescom)”
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree review
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree arrives with an unmistakably Japanese sensibility, blending roguelite dungeon crawling with mythic storytelling and village life. Developed by Brownies inc. and published by Bandai Namco, it puts you in the role of Towa, a priestess charged with protecting Shinju Village against the corrupting influence of Magatsu. The premise carries both an epic weight and a more intimate charm, as you’re not just swinging swords in far-off dungeons but also forging bonds with guardians and villagers who lend your journey a sense of continuity between runs. Continue reading “Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree review”
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