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Orbitals review
Orbitals review

Top notch co-op adventuring comes to Switch 2, and it's gorgeous to boot.

review by Tom Orry on 01 September, 2026

Onimusha: Way of the Sword review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword review

One of the sharpest parry/deflect-heavy action games ever made.

review by Dave Aubrey on 31 August, 2026

GTA 6 gets its Netflix reveal, Gamescom has games, and how is Elden Ring on Switch 2? | Respec Ramblings
GTA 6 gets its Netflix reveal, Gamescom has games, and how is Elden Ring on Switch 2? | Respec Ramblings

Tom, Mikhail, James, and Dave talk about GTA 6's impressive showing, Elden Ring, Star Wars Zero Company, Metal Gear Solid 4, and more.

podcast by Tom Orry on 28 August, 2026

Metal Gear Solid 4 Master Collection Version Impressions — Switch 1, Switch 2, PS5 Pro, Xbox, & Steam Covered
Metal Gear Solid 4 Master Collection Version Impressions — Switch 1, Switch 2, PS5 Pro, Xbox, & Steam Covered

We test Metal Gear Solid 4 Master Collection Version on Switch 1, the Switch 1 version upgraded for free on Switch 2, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X, Steam Deck, AYN Thor, and ROG Ally to help find the best version of MGS4 today.

feature by Mikhail Madnani on 27 August, 2026

Elden Ring on Switch 2 is a good excuse to revisit an all time great, but it should've been better
Elden Ring on Switch 2 is a good excuse to revisit an all time great, but it should've been better

Revisiting Elden Ring with the Tarnished Edition reminds me why I still love it, but it also makes me wish FromSoftware's tech was better.

feature by Mikhail Madnani on 26 August, 2026

Star Wars Zero Company review
Star Wars Zero Company review

Star Wars is a great fit for this particular sort of strategy and tactics experience, with brilliant combat elevated by strong storytelling and character building for the titular Zero Company.

review by Alex Donaldson on 26 August, 2026

Mega Man: Dual Override hands-on —  the Blue Bomber’s latest outing is Mega Man 12 in all but name 
Mega Man: Dual Override hands-on —  the Blue Bomber’s latest outing is Mega Man 12 in all but name 

The Gamescom 2026 demo left me wanting more and eager to revisit older games.

preview by Sayem Ahmed on 26 August, 2026

“Vampires tend to coincide with concerns about being eaten by rich people. Ultimately, it’s that simple.” - Mike Bithell on the thematic ambitions and immersive sim elements of Vampirium: 1997
“Vampires tend to coincide with concerns about being eaten by rich people. Ultimately, it’s that simple.” - Mike Bithell on the thematic ambitions and immersive sim elements of Vampirium: 1997

We talk to Mike Bithell about his ambitious new "minimalist immersive sim," crafting a story where vampires rule the world, how Vampirium: 1997 reflects his view of the world, and much more

interview by Hayes Madsen on 25 August, 2026

"The fact we don’t spend $100 million on our games helps" - How Firefly's Stronghold manages to continue in a turbulent industry
"The fact we don’t spend $100 million on our games helps" - How Firefly's Stronghold manages to continue in a turbulent industry

We talk to Firefly Studios head Nick Tannahill about Stronghold 4 carrying on the tradition of the beloved castle-building franchise, the state of the RTS genre at large, and much more.

interview by Hayes Madsen on 24 August, 2026

You don’t have to enjoy everything - some things aren’t for you
You don’t have to enjoy everything - some things aren’t for you

If that new game announcement has left you feeling cold, so what?

feature by Tom Orry on 21 August, 2026

GTA 6 leaks, Retro Retail, Gamescom preview, and the sorry fate of Deus Ex | Respec Ramblings
GTA 6 leaks, Retro Retail, Gamescom preview, and the sorry fate of Deus Ex | Respec Ramblings

Alex, Dave, and Mikhail talk Gamescom expectation, the recent GTA 6 leaks, a seismic change for retro game sales in the UK, and whatever happened to Deus Ex.

podcast by Alex Donaldson on 21 August, 2026

Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls review
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls review

Despite many elements clearly needing more thought, Marvel Tokon is nevertheless a really rather good fighting game. With time, community attention, and patches, it might even become great.

review by Andi Hamilton on 19 August, 2026

Lego’s new kid-friendly Pokemon sets offer cute and brilliant creature builds, even as smart play and side models stumble
Lego’s new kid-friendly Pokemon sets offer cute and brilliant creature builds, even as smart play and side models stumble

It's not quite a super effective tie-in, but with charming critter builds and more reasonable pricing, it's well on its way.

feature by Alex Donaldson on 18 August, 2026

Gaming on a budget, Star Wars Zero Company vs XCOM, and the strange concept of Pokémon banks | Respec Ramblings
Gaming on a budget, Star Wars Zero Company vs XCOM, and the strange concept of Pokémon banks | Respec Ramblings

Gaming without breaking the ban, a new Star Wars game like XCOM, and a PSA about Pokemon Bank. We discuss, plus much else besides.

podcast by Tom Orry on 14 August, 2026

How to play video games on a budget and disconnect from the ridiculously high-priced console and PC market
How to play video games on a budget and disconnect from the ridiculously high-priced console and PC market

Cheaper options are available if you’re willing to ignore the cutting-edge.

feature by Tom Orry on 13 August, 2026

Servant of the Lake review
Servant of the Lake review

You can't go wrong with a Rusty Lake game… which is more than you can say for the poor characters trapped in this Lynchian nightmare world.

review by Rebecca Jones on 13 August, 2026

Elden Ring Piece - Why was this game made? (Part 4)
Elden Ring Piece - Why was this game made? (Part 4)

Tom is regretting his life choices as one large beast won’t leave him alone.

feature by Tom Orry on 12 August, 2026

In Zero Company, Star Wars and XCOM make for an unsurprising match made in heaven - hands-on
In Zero Company, Star Wars and XCOM make for an unsurprising match made in heaven - hands-on

Never tell me the odds. Especially if you’re going to tell me a shot has a 98% chance of hitting, only for it to miss.

preview by Alex Donaldson on 11 August, 2026

As the near-perfect Dead Rising turns 20, I am once again asking for it to get the revival it deserves
As the near-perfect Dead Rising turns 20, I am once again asking for it to get the revival it deserves

It's Frank's birthday. Here's to his game, which he would rightly call 'Fan-tastic!'

feature by Alex Donaldson on 08 August, 2026

Price rises, GTA 6's Netflix deal, and how many Freddos is a high end graphics card worth? | Respec Ramblings
Price rises, GTA 6's Netflix deal, and how many Freddos is a high end graphics card worth? | Respec Ramblings

EA gets purchased, Xbox prices rise in Europe, and Rockstar partner with Netflix. We discuss, plus much else besides.

podcast by Alex Donaldson on 07 August, 2026

Alien: Isolation 2’s move outdoors could be a terrifying new frontier
Alien: Isolation 2’s move outdoors could be a terrifying new frontier

Creative Assembly has proven they know how to make tight spaces scary, but after trying a demo for their upcoming Alien Isolation 2 sequel, I’m more excited and terrified by what could be lurking outside.

preview by Scott White on 07 August, 2026

Elden Ring Piece - The dog/cat boss I hate (Part 3)
Elden Ring Piece - The dog/cat boss I hate (Part 3)

Tom continues his journey through Elden Ring, making slow progress.

feature by Tom Orry on 06 August, 2026

The Xbox Series S was the best value in console gaming. That experiment has now utterly failed
The Xbox Series S was the best value in console gaming. That experiment has now utterly failed

GTA6 could have been the big moment for the Series S to shine. In the modern climate, however, that possibility has passed.

feature by Alex Donaldson on 05 August, 2026

Beast of Reincarnation review
Beast of Reincarnation review

If Nier Automata and Sekiro had a baby, you'd get this surprising creation from the studio partially responsible for Pokemon.

review by Kirk McKeand on 04 August, 2026

They might be winning the high-end console war, but PlayStation is hitting turbulence
They might be winning the high-end console war, but PlayStation is hitting turbulence

Following June’s State of Play PS5 showcase and the Bungie debacle, is there a clear plan from Sony to course correct its slate of games?

feature by Tom Orry on 03 August, 2026

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