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From Pacific Rim to MechWarrior, pop culture has a justifiable fascination with human-piloted mechs. Japanese anime is replete with mech pilots and their adventures, and although movies rarely tread this hallowed ground it has been done at least once or twice (see Transformers and Real Steel for ancillary examples of the genre at work). Who among us hasn’t at some point wanted to drive a giant stomping robot through a horde of snarling bad guys? It’s a universal power fantasy. That’s where BioWare’s latest game, Anthem, comes in. If you’ve been following the pre-release information on this game then you’ll…

Remember Night Trap? If you don’t, it was an “interactive movie game” released in 1992, back in the Sega CD era. The premise of the game was simple, if not a little problematic: you play as a special agent with access to a bank of cameras watching a house full of young girls. Said girls are in danger from robbers, so you must use each camera to trigger traps strategically in order to help the girls escape their pursuers. If you’re thinking that doesn’t sound like a particularly wholesome subject for a video game, you’d be right. That said, there…

The potential applications of VR tech are absolutely staggering. From healthcare to military training, from piloting simulations to cinema, there really are no avenues that VR couldn’t comfortably go down. We could even soon see VR simulations with advanced haptic feedback in which players physically can take part in the experiences they’re viewing through their headset. It’s no exaggeration to say that VR is incredibly impressive. Of course, that doesn’t mean gaming should sit by the wayside and stop exploiting the potential of VR. Everything from shooters to RPGs to sedate simulations benefits from the increased immersion and interactivity that…

Motorcycle racing is at once terrifying and exhilarating as a prospect. There’s nothing more seat-of-the-pants than hurtling through open terrain on what is essentially some metal attached to two wheels. Every jump, every hitch and every turn becomes a life-or-death prospect for the inexperienced rider, and every single encounter with another racer could turn into something that future generations will use as a cautionary tale to tell their kids not to pursue such crazy avenues of entertainment. That said, the danger and risk inherent in motorcycle racing makes it an ideal discipline for video gaming. The sport is well-represented in…

When additional characters are added to a fighting game, it must be an absolute nightmare to balance them. So much development work goes into making sure that each fighter is able to battle the others with no game-breaking bugs or glitches occuring, and then there’s the matter of actual gameplay balance; who’s overpowered, who’s underpowered and who’s flat-out broken. Adding new characters to a game shouldn’t be done lightly, then, and they need to be ready for primetime if they’re to enter an already delicately-balanced roster. SNK is well-known for its well-crafted fighting systems, so the new characters in its…

Keeping a franchise going through multiple console generations must be a mammoth task. Gaming franchises come and go according to the fickle whims of the public; it’s not uncommon to see yesterday’s critical and commercial darling consigned to the annals of history because a better game came along, or simply because demand for such a franchise shriveled and died through no fault of its creators. There are, however, evergreen games, titles that will always be able to find an audience regardless of technological sophistication or the health of their competition. Sports games find themselves in a unique position in this…

It’s an unfortunate fact of gaming life that some games are overshadowed by their circumstances. Duke Nukem Forever may be a mediocre-to-poor effort in the final analysis, but its actual quality arguably doesn’t matter – its status as vapourware completely destroys any chance it had at a fair whack on the critical table. Similarly, The Last Guardian is the long-awaited followup to Shadow of the Colossus, a stone-cold classic on many critics’ lists of the greatest games ever created. Whatever the final product might look like, opinions will be skewed before analysis even begins. We could very well apply this…

It’s taken a long time for the visual novel to become well-regarded in the mainstream Western press. Sterling examples of the genre such as the Ace Attorney series did nothing to allay many people’s perceptions that visual novels were inescapably niche; Ace Attorney itself features perhaps more adventure game-style mechanics than the traditional visual novel does, and many other examples of the genre cater specifically to, shall we say, “romantic” tastes. Then Steins Gate, or Steins;Gate to give it its proper formatting, happened. Released back in 2009 as part of the Science Adventure visual novel series, Steins;Gate revolved around a…

When you’re gaming online with your friends, communication is paramount to success. You can’t co-ordinate that raid or play a seamless game of FIFA without being able to talk to your teammates. If you want to be at the top of your multiplayer game, you’re going to need a good headset. The in-box PS4 option is fine, but there are plenty of better options out there. Here are the top 30 PS4 headsets to own in 2019. Sony PlayStation Wireless Platinum There are very few options out there better than Sony’s official wireless offering. The design is lightweight and resistant…

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With PS5 rumors heating up and an announcement expected some time next year, you’d be forgiven for thinking everyone’s favorite spiky black box has run out of steam. Nothing, however, could be further from the truth; the PS4 still has legs, and there’s plenty of life left in the old dog yet. There are lots of games arriving for Sony’s console in 2019 that are making us excited, and many of them are exclusives. Let’s run down the top 10 PS4 exclusives arriving in 2019. Ghost of Tsushima – TBA 2019 From inFAMOUS and Sly Cooper developers Sucker Punch Productions…

In today’s triple-A gaming world, developers are asking themselves the same question over and over again: is it better to do one thing extremely well, or to offer a mixed buffet of gameplay styles and options? Both approaches have worked for different games in the past; Dark Souls has one central gameplay loop that it builds upon to great success, while Assassin’s Creed and Grand Theft Auto have offered their players many and varied genres within each instalment. There’s no right answer here, and developers should simply pick the approach that works best for their game. It’s a question we…

Whether you’re buying a PlayStation console for the first time or you want to upgrade to the latest one (PS5), there are a few things that you need to know before purchasing the PlayStation 4. The PS4 is different than the previous one in many aspects. Sony released two versions of the PS4. You’ll be able to find the PS4 Slim and the PS4 Pro. The PS4 Pro is more powerful than the Slim. However, if you don’t own a 4K TV, the PS4 Pro will not be good for you, and the PS4 Slim would be a perfect choice.…

It can’t have escaped many people’s attentions that online casinos have emerged from a standing start around 20 years ago to become hugely popular in many parts of the world. From their regular appearance in TV adverts to their abundance in the world of football sponsorship, they’re a phenomenon gamers find impossible to ignore. While the very first online casinos in the early days were just as two-dimension and slow-paced as simple video games, they’ve evolved to a seriously remarkable level – with quick speeds and high-quality graphics. Today, online gambling operators invest millions of pounds each year to make…

As any gamer knows, the time when the most interesting games in a console’s lifespan are released is right at the end. In 2013, as the PlayStation 3 was winding down, gamers got to experience the harrowing masterpiece that was The Last of Us; the PS2’s final few years included Capcom’s excellent Okami and masterfully constructed RPG Final Fantasy XII; and 2018, arguably the final year in which the PlayStation 4 reigned without question of its successor, we got twin titans Marvel’s Spider-Man and God of War. That said, there does unfortunately come a time when we must tearfully bid…

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When the PlayStation Vita was first announced back in 2011, gamers were excited. The device’s technology was the most powerful ever seen in a handheld gaming console at that point, with its potential power being described by Sony engineers as somewhere between the PSP and PS3. Franchises like Uncharted and Wipeout were visible on the console, and its PS4 Remote Play feature was intriguing, if slightly undersold. To put it simply, the PlayStation Vita (“Vita” being Latin for “life”) was a wonderful console. On launch in 2011 (2012 in non-Japanese territories), the Vita initially performed fantastically, selling over 300,000 units…

Sony’s PS4 is a nifty little console, replete with numerous hidden features you might not know about. For example, did you know you can use motion controls to type in your login information, or for any other keyboard functions? Did you know you can use your phone to type if you have the PlayStation app on your phone? How about HDMI Device Link, which allows you to simultaneously turn off your PS4 and your TV when you’re done gaming for the day? All of these are great little features the PS4 doesn’t trumpet from the rooftops, but perhaps the most…

When the Xbox 360, PS3 and Nintendo Wii were released, all three came with wireless controllers as standard. This development was incredibly significant; until this point, wireless controllers were nothing more than a novelty, and here was the industry adopting them as the default mode of control. Suddenly, gamers didn’t have to sit right next to their TVs, accidentally yanking their controllers out of the ports during a particularly intense multiplayer game. Yes, wireless controllers are great, but unfortunately with great power comes great responsibility, and with great wireless technology comes great responsibility to charge it. The PS4 has a…

We don’t know what we’d do without the PlayStation Store. This software repository makes buying, installing and playing games simple and convenient, allowing us to access our library at the push of a button rather than getting up off the couch and having to cumbersomely swap discs. We love the PlayStation Store, and we’re excited for future innovations and updates both on the PS4 and the upcoming PS5 (when it’s announced). However, sometimes the PlayStation Store just doesn’t love us back. Whether it’s unexplained crashes (mercifully rare, but still there), games not being available when we need them to or…

The PS4 is a magnificent beast. Whether you’ve opted for the new slimline model, the monstrously powerful PS4 Pro or you’re sticking with the OG PS4 released way back in 2013, there’s no denying that it’s a sleek, powerful console with a seriously great library. Most people’s PS4s will merrily carry on functioning three, four, five years into their lifespan with absolutely no problems. The failure rate for the PS4 is a remarkable one per cent, which means that only one per cent of consoles will break down and stop working over their lifetimes. That said, the vast majority of…

Did you know playing video games can have serious cognitive benefits for kids? It’s true – you may not immediately think of video games as a growth aid, but they most certainly are. Playing video games can improve your child’s coordination, enhance their memory, improve their social skills and much more besides. Next time you read a scare piece about how video games are causing the collapse of society, keep in mind that they’re actually helpful – in moderation, of course. With that in mind, we thought we’d collect all the best PS4 games for kids together in one handy…

If you didn’t know this, well then, Fortnite has fast become one of the biggest and most popular multi-platform game all across the globe. Furthermore, it’s absolutely free to play. If you’re a beginner and you’ve just happened to get started this article has some insight worth checking out. Below are 10 useful tricks that’ll help you compete on the battlefield. 1. Power of Build Building mechanics are this game’s main hook. Collect resources via destroying structures using your pickaxe. Those said resources you’ll have collected will help you come up with some really interesting stuff. For instance, building a…

Ah, the humble board game. Enthusiasts of this storied pastime adore the more niche titles’ strategic depth, emergent mechanics and storytelling potential, while casual players and families everywhere adore multiplayer friendship-ruiners like Monopoly or Scrabble. Whatever your personal preference, there’s a board game for you; whether it’s the spooky storytelling of Mysterium, the co-operative survival shenanigans of Dead of Winter or the straightforward beauty of Ludo, there’s bound to be something board game-related you’ll love. After all, the PS4 is home to some of the best board games. For those of you who prefer your entertainment presented in a more…

Simulation games come in many different shapes and sizes, but they all have something in common, they accentuate simulating specific actions in as realistic a way as possible. If you want to immerse yourself in an alternate reality that you control, travel through the cosmos exploring, or just blow stuff up, it is possible through one of the many simulators out there. Here is a list compromised of a few of the best simulators for PS4 available. GT Sport For racing car fans, GT Sport is the exclusive racing sim to consider – it’s Sony’s latest flagship answer to Microsoft’s…

Motorbike lovers have had a rough ride when it comes to video games. It’s not that their favourite sport is ill-represented; everything from MXGP to MotoGP has scratched that particular itch. No, it’s more that when it comes to biker games, no single title has managed to capture the experience of the wind whipping through one’s hair (or helmet, rather) on the Strada della Forra in a perfect way. Games have come close, but nothing’s quite nailed it in the same way as Forza or Gran Turismo have for cars. That’s where Ride 3 comes in. Developed by Italian maestros…

For hardcore gamers, the ultimate gaming experience involves getting fully immersed in every session. With the right set of gaming accessories, you can greatly enhance the experience and enjoy improved functionality. Moreover, for some online games, every second counts and the slightest delay can prove detrimental to performance. Take a look at 5 important devices that you should add to your gaming accessory collection to ensure a great experience every time: Flight Control System  As most hardcore gamers will agree, a regular joystick might greatly limit your level of control and suck the joy out of simulated flight. Consider investing…

Variety, it has been said, is the spice of life. Nothing’s ever fun if it’s monotonous, and throwing something unexpected into the mix can spice up a meal, a chore or even a family occasion. The same attitude applies, of course, to video games. Nobody wants to play a game that’s just turn-based combat for twelve hours, and nobody wants to read oodles of text with nothing to break it up. That’s where NIS America’s The Lost Child comes in. The Lost Child is a strange hybrid of dungeon crawler, visual novel and RPG which is, appropriately enough for its…