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Game review: Lego 2K Drive (Xbox Series X)

Lego 2K Drive is a fun alternative to Forza Horizon, featuring an open-world racing game with the playable ability of Lego bricks. Verdict: 8.5/10.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023

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Theme park simulator Park Beyond opens its gates in June

Bandai Namco Europe and Limbic Entertainment have announced that Park Beyond will be released on 16th June, with pre-orders now available.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2023

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Hands-on Review: The A500 Mini Retro Gaming Console

Retro Games has launched the A500 Mini Retro Gaming Console, a tiny homage to the original Commodore Amiga 500, complete with classic games.

By Darren Price • 7 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022

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Game review: Subnautica - Below Zero (PS4/PS5)

It's time for console gamers to return to Planet 4546B, this time to explore the frozen water of its arctic region.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Thu, 24th Jun 2021

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Game review: Godfall (PS5)

'Godfall' on the PS5 is the best looking next-gen game so far, with glossy graphics and buttery smooth gameplay, according to a reviewer.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 27th Nov 2020

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The devices that are changing the streaming game in time for Christmas

AVerMedia offers a range of streaming equipment, from game capture devices to microphones and webcams, perfect for both beginner and veteran streamers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Nov 2020

Gaming

Game review: Sackboy: A Big Adventure

Graphically, this game looks good for a PS5 launch title. Not only are the levels very colourful, but the game runs smoothly at 4K and 60fps.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 16th Nov 2020

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Game review: Astro's Playroom (PS5)

PS5 buyers will get a free game called Astro's Playroom, a vibrant platformer that showcases the full potential of the new DualSense controller.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Nov 2020

Gaming

Xbox Series X unboxing

Whilst I still can't tell you much about Microsoft's new console, I can show you what the box looks like and what is inside.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Fri, 30th Oct 2020

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Epic Games now worth $17 billion after new round of investment

One particularly large chunk of the funding came from Sony, in the form of a $250 million strategic investment, which the company announced last month.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2020

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Almost 40% of the Earth's population will be gamers by 2023

Gaming industry to reach $200bn worldwide by 2023, with 38% of the global population being gamers, according to Newzoo. Mobile gaming dominates.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2020

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PlayStation 5 hardware and exclusive games revealed

Sony unveils sleek PlayStation 5 hardware alongside an array of exclusive games including 'Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales' and 'Horizon Forbidden West'.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2020

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Alienware gets an overhaul with updated range

New laptops from portable-first to heavy-duty gaming, a new pre-built desktop that includes liquid-cooled graphics, and a new monitor sneak-peek.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 14th May 2020

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Thriving in lockdown: Video game market to hit US$160 billion this year

The video gaming industry will see a yea-on-year growth in revenue of 9.3 overall - primarily due to lockdown restrictions keeping people isolated and bored.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020

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COVID-19: Video game industry doing well, but all is not rosy for consoles

The video game industry is thriving during the pandemic as seen in global sales and user spikes, but console manufacturers face tough challenges ahead.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2020