Jay Allsopp

Back in March, the ESA announced that E3 2022 wouldn’t be going ahead in any form. The association had previously revealed that this year’s event would be digital-only, but eventually, it was decided that there would be no E3 at all. That hasn’t stopped developers and publishers holding their own events, though, full of exciting

When you think about PC gaming, your mind doesn’t immediately jump to Linux. Though the Linux ecosystem has been beloved by PC enthusiasts since its launch back in 1991, it hasn’t quite crossed over into mainstream acceptance, despite a number of user-friendly graphical Linux interfaces springing up over the years. However, there’s still a significant

Among the faithful, Dark Souls is known for its complex, deep lore. While the narratives and backgrounds of the worlds and characters in the Souls series (and games related to that series like Bloodborne or Elden Ring) might not be immediately apparent, poring over item descriptions and piecing together disparate elements of lore are activities

Gaming on a Mac can be a difficult proposition. While compatibility is improving all the time, the fact is that the vast majority of PC-oriented gamers play on Windows, so many developers don’t consider Mac as a platform they need to prioritise. It’s a shame, because Mac actually has some great gaming experiences on offer.

If you’re unfamiliar with the Breath of Fire series, here’s a quick primer. It’s a JRPG franchise that’s been running since 1993, when the original game launched for SNES in Japan. Since then, Breath of Fire has grown to become a successful, if somewhat cult, RPG franchise; if you love JRPGs, you’ve probably already heard

Depending on your particular interests, 1992 was something of a banner year for popular culture. Classic albums like Alice in Chains’ Dirt, REM’s Automatic for the People, and Tom Waits’ Bone Machine were all released in 1992, and undeniable cinematic classics like Disney’s Aladdin and Clint Eastwood’s masterpiece Unforgiven were packing out cinemas. Gaming was

If you’re a young gamer, then you might be thinking that the gaming landscape in 1993 looks positively primitive. With the fourth console generation well underway, pretty much all of the most popular games of 1993 were 16-bit pixel art-based titles. Still, there’s a huge wave of nostalgic love for these games that’s still underway

There are a few classic video games whose formula has been an enduring part of the medium. One of the most notable examples of this phenomenon is Castlevania, which uses a potent blend of exploration, power-ups, and combat against a backdrop of gothic horror to sink its claws into players.  The first entry to the

Sony’s 8th generation console, the PS5, was released in late 2020 and is a significant upgrade over the PS4. The ray-tracing, 8K resolution support, and backward compatibility with PS4 games are among the many new features gamers are looking forward to.  The PS5’s release has given game developers a new platform to work with, and

The Xbox series is a modern gaming console used by gamers of all ages, and its popularity has grown over the years. Below are the top 20 Xbox Series X Games for 2022. 1) Assassin’s Creed: Unity Developed by Ubisoft Montreal, Assassin’s Creed: Unity is an action-adventure game that was published by Ubisoft. In the

Cricket is a hugely misunderstood sport. Those who don’t watch cricket and don’t understand it claim that it’s boring and drawn-out, but for those of us who are fans, the opposite is true. Cricket can be riveting and tense, but it can also be deeply strategic and intellectual. It’s fun to watch and to involve

If you’re pretty much an avid gamer, there’s a game for all your tastes. From first-person shooters to casual games and puzzle games – the Nintendo Switch has something for everyone. So get ready to take back your time from more pressing activities and enjoy the best Nintendo Switch games worth your time. 1) The