The Witcher Journals #2 – Old Friends, Village Quarrels, & Hellhounds

In an effort to actually continue the smorgasbord of different article ideas that I start, it's time to get back to my Witcher video game adventures (instead of leaving them in the creative void of my drafts folder, aha). As outlined in my first entry last year, I am gradually making my way through the … Continue reading The Witcher Journals #2 – Old Friends, Village Quarrels, & Hellhounds

fault – milestone one Review

Developed by: ALICE IN DISSONANCE Published by: Sekai Project Platforms: Nintendo Switch (Reviewed), PlayStation 4, PC Release Date: Out Now! This might be the first visual novel I've reviewed! Whilst I wouldn't call myself an expert on the genre, I do dip into it now and again. It's quite relaxing to enjoy an interactive story … Continue reading fault – milestone one Review

The Witcher Journals #1 – Beginning the Adventure!

Hey there! As mentioned in my previous post, I've just started playing through the three The Witcher games from CD Projekt Red, beginning with The Witcher: Enhanced Edition. Before I talk more about that, a bit of context. I've previously played a few hours of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on PlayStation 4, but that … Continue reading The Witcher Journals #1 – Beginning the Adventure!

Super Crush KO Review

Developed and Published by: Vertex Pop Inc. Platforms: Nintendo Switch (Reviewed), PCRelease Date: Out Now! You know, sometimes games are just straightforward, distilled fun. Yes, I know, a revolutionary concept, right? Super Crush KO is a fantastic example of this, with a sharp, short story, a strong visual flair and energetic, absorbing combat platforming. It's … Continue reading Super Crush KO Review

Our Expected, Hopeful, and Plain Ridiculous E3 2021 Predictions

It's that wonderful time of year again - E3 is back, following the COVID-19-forced absence last year. I don't know about you, but I welcome its return, as laughing and cheering along with my friends at the hype-fueled reveals from various publishers each year is something I eagerly look forward to. In the run-up to … Continue reading Our Expected, Hopeful, and Plain Ridiculous E3 2021 Predictions

Zombie Army 4: Dead War Review

Developed and Published by: RebellionPlatforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 (Reviewed), Xbox One, PC, StadiaRelease Date: Out Now As I have mentioned before, multiplayer can be a key selling point for games that might otherwise pass you by. In particular, this has been the case over the last year of lockdowns and isolation, where a communal … Continue reading Zombie Army 4: Dead War Review

The Medium Review

Developed by: Bloober Team Published by: Bloober Team SA Platforms: Xbox Series X/S (Series S Reviewed), PC Release Date: Out Now! Sometimes, you just get a feeling from a trailer or pre-release marketing that a game may resonate with you. For example, I recall it happening for Celeste, and now it has occurred again with … Continue reading The Medium Review

Building My First PC

In late 2020, I started to have the idea of building my own custom PC for the first time. There were a few reasons; working from home in the profession of graphic design was less efficient when on my relatively cheap laptop; also, with my return to writing on this blog and further ideas to … Continue reading Building My First PC

Going Back to Apex Legends

In this very different year of lockdowns, disruption, and a lack of face-to-face socialising, gaming has become an even more prominent way to keep in contact with friends. As I have mentioned before, my friends and I set up a Discord server this year instrumental in keeping us connected without meeting in person, and often … Continue reading Going Back to Apex Legends

Hades Review

Developed and Published by: Supergiant Games Platforms: Switch (Reviewed), PC Release Date: Out Now They've done it again; and got me, too, coming back again and again. In Hades, Supergiant Games have crafted a masterful take on the roguelike that blends the brutal yet rewarding appeal of said genre with the immaculate, characterful art and … Continue reading Hades Review