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The 5 Worst Games Released on Xbox One This Year
Editorials

The 5 Worst Games Released on Xbox One This Year

It’s no secret that the Xbox One has not been the massive success Microsoft was hoping for. Since its launch it has been plagued by poor sales and has struggled to attract the blockbuster titles that the PlayStation 4 has been able to deliver in its opening year. Many gamers were hoping that 2014 would

Jessica Thompson · November 30, 2014 · 4 Mins Read

The Ultimate Video Game Christmas Guide For Parents (2014)
Editorials

The Ultimate Video Game Christmas Guide For Parents (2014)

If you’re a parent then you’re probably wondering which route to take when it comes to buying the perfect gaming related presents this Christmas. First you need to decide what you’re actually after. Are you on the lookout for a new game console? Some games? Or perhaps some accessories? This article will help you to

Jessica Thompson · November 23, 2014 · 7 Mins Read

GTA V Review
PC

GTA V Review

(Mostly a rant about how awesome first-person mode is). From the moment they first announced that there was going to be a Grand Theft Auto V it was obvious that it would be making its way onto every capable platform…eventually. The timing between the release of Rockstar’s newest sandbox and that of the PS4 /

Jessica Thompson · November 21, 2014 · 6 Mins Read

MXGP – The Official Motocross Game Review
PlayStation

MXGP – The Official Motocross Game Review

Any time you label something as “the official” game you know that it’s going to come under a lot of scrutiny, especially when it is supposed to represent an international sporting event. The critics have wasted no time in tearing the game in question here (MXGP) completely apart, but does it really deserve that?   The

Jessica Thompson · November 19, 2014 · 2 Mins Read

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Review
PC

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Review

It’s all been said before, of course, but the Call of Duty franchise has really transformed what people expect out of mainstream first-person shooters. Just when you think they’ve gone as far as they can, finalized gameplay in such a way as to have completely explored all the fundamental methods of creating and maintaining action,

Jessica Thompson · November 16, 2014 · 2 Mins Read

10 Reasons Why the XBOX One is a Great Console
Editorials

10 Reasons Why the XBOX One is a Great Console

Looking at the recently revealed sales figures of current 8th generation consoles, it’s clear that the PlayStation 4 is the most popular choice out there with 10 million units sold vs. Xbox One’s 5 million. However, does this really mean we can so easily dismiss the One altogether?! Of course not, the truth is the

Jessica Thompson · November 15, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

Is the PS4 and XBOX One Lifespan Set To Be Much Shorter Than Previous Consoles?
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Is the PS4 and XBOX One Lifespan Set To Be Much Shorter Than Previous Consoles?

It’s no secret that video game consoles developed by current modern standards aren’t really lasting as long as their predecessors did. This isn’t to say that they’re less developed or technologically inferior, of course, quite the contrary. In an odd twist of fate, the more progress we seem to make the faster our creations appear

Jay Allsopp · November 9, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

8 XBOX One Exclusives That Could Mega-Boost Console Sales
Editorials

8 XBOX One Exclusives That Could Mega-Boost Console Sales

When it comes to boosting console sales, no amount of promises or trickery will ultimately raise figures like the release of some good quality exclusives. Down throughout the history of gaming, each successful console (take the PS2 for instance) has often employed this strategy to further enhance its appeal. Of course, these days, exclusives seem

Jessica Thompson · November 3, 2014 · 4 Mins Read

Sunset Overdrive Review
Reviews

Sunset Overdrive Review

It seems like there’s no end to the number of exciting open world titles which are apt to come our way these days. Even if you’re completely burnt-out on these types of offerings you should definitely give Insomniac Games’ “Sunset Overdrive” a shot. It really is a one-of-a-kind experience that’s as exciting and brash as

Jessica Thompson · November 3, 2014 · 2 Mins Read

Top 10 Headsets for XBOX One
Accessories

Top 10 Headsets for XBOX One

There’s no point in mincing words here, the purpose of this list is simple – to provide you with an inventory of no less than 10 great headset choices to go along with your Xbox One. Each one of these entries will perfectly compliment your gaming / online experience in various ways, and as always,

Jessica Thompson · November 2, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

MX vs. ATV Supercross Review
PlayStation

MX vs. ATV Supercross Review

Surely it is often said, that most racing games are “fun” or manage to “bring together” two or more elements in a successful way, where gameplay is concerned.  But with MX vs. ATV – we’re really talking about a multifaceted racer that achieves quite a lot on multiple fronts without fully dedicating itself to any

Jessica Thompson · October 30, 2014 · 2 Mins Read

Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments Review
PC

Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments Review

You can think of “Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments” as being something of an epic mash-up.  On its face it is a rather direct investigation game based on the adventures of Sherlock Holms, however, upon closer inspection you discover that there’s much more to this mystery than meets the eye.  For example, its subtitle “Crimes

Jessica Thompson · October 15, 2014 · 2 Mins Read