In late 2015, Activision released Transformers Devastation, a brand new Transformers video game. Developed by Platinum Games (Bayonetta, Vanquish), Transformers Devastation did something bold. No, not just creating a decent Transformers game (it is in fact fantastic), but it wasn’t based on any Michael Bay rubbish; instead they went back to the beginning of the… Continue reading Transformers Devastation: Bringing Back Saturday Morning Cartoons
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The Untouchable Music of Nintendo Games
Warning: minor spoilers When it comes to Nintendo, one word springs to mind: Quality. Quality games, quality production, quality entertainment. And of late, of which Nintendo’s recent games have undoubtedly proven, they are now unparalleled in another aspect that has as much fierce competition than ever before: the soundtracks. Below are my 5 picks of the… Continue reading The Untouchable Music of Nintendo Games
Review – Pac-Man Museum (Xbox 360)
I have a confession. I’m rubbish at the original Pac-Man, and always have been. But it’s a damn addictive game. While most gamers and even non-gamers will have sampled the original at some point in its now 34 years of existence, all would surely agree that Pac Man is one of the most iconic and… Continue reading Review – Pac-Man Museum (Xbox 360)
Telltale’s The Walking Dead Season 1: A Parent’s Tale
Warning: This article contains major spoilers for The Walking Dead season 1. If you haven’t finished the game yet, bookmark the post and come back when you have. Seriously. Spoilers. Telltale Games’ The Walking Dead series is the benchmark of episodic video gaming. Never has a video game been so simple in it's mechanics yet present… Continue reading Telltale’s The Walking Dead Season 1: A Parent’s Tale
Confessions of a ‘3AM Father’
Sony’s PS4 declaration “This is for the players” is rather clever in its message and delivery. From my perspective, it’s also delivers a sickening truth. My name is Kevin, and I am a 3AM Father. We've all had that moment where we take a look at the clock and somehow 6 hours have passed, but… Continue reading Confessions of a ‘3AM Father’
Comic Book Games: The Best and Worst
Over the years comic book licences have brought a mixture of fortunes to the world of video games. There are as many treasures as there are turds. On offer here are three of the best and worst for you to experience (and avoid) at your leisure. 3 of the best:- Spider-Man & the X-Men: Arcade’s… Continue reading Comic Book Games: The Best and Worst
Kapow! Right in the kisser
So then, Kapow! Comic-Con. My first ever Comic-Con, and although i was only able to attend the Saturday, what an event it was. You may be thinking, this is a gaming blog, what relevance has a Comic-Con to that? Well, thanks to IGN, plenty. IGN Arena Upon handing in my ticket, the first attraction on… Continue reading Kapow! Right in the kisser