Author: Conor Mitchell
Conor is a 25-year-old philosophy nerd, with a lifelong passion for video games and bad 80s/90s action movies. If he isn’t playing games, he’s writing about them.
Rumour: Acting Résumé Leaks Grand Theft Auto VI?
An acting resume may have just confirmed the existence of Grand Theft Auto VI. Jorge Consejo is allegedly voicing a character called "The Mexican", having done the work in 2018. Consejo has taken to Twitter to inform fans that he is unable ...
5 Next-Generation Console Remasters We Need To See
Remasters are an opportunity to reflect on what made old games so spectacular while giving them a lick of paint. With the next-generation consoles on the way, I thought we could look at five games that desperately need to be remastered or r...
PlayStation Plus Games For April Announced
The PlayStation Plus games for April are bringing quality storytelling and replayability in equal measure. Subscribers will be able to download Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Dirt Rally 2.0 from April 7th. Games for the month of March are s...
God of War Is Getting A Comic Book Series
Sony has teamed up with Dark Horse Comics to make a God of War comic book. The comic will bridge the gap between the gory ending of God of War 3 and the beginning of the masterful 2018 soft reboot. You can get the first issue on June 24th. ...
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Tops UK Sales Chart
Animal Crossing: New Horizons tops the UK physical sales chart, becoming Nintendo's second most successful game launch. Id Software's Doom: Eternal comes a close second, though sales are down from its predecessor. We may see a slope in phys...
Rumour: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Info Leaked On Reddit
New leaked details of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 have emerged on Reddit. None of these details are official, but they do corroborate prior rumours that discussed the game's narrative and gameplay. The sequel will reportedly be announced this Sum...
Cyberpunk 2077 Lore Book Releasing June 17th
CD Projekt Red has announced the release date for their lore companion book, The World of Cyberpunk 2077. Those interested in deep-diving into the dystopian world of Night City can pick up the book on June 17th. A deluxe edition, including ...
Doom: Eternal – Complete Trophies & Achievements List
Return to Hell in Doom: Eternal, the sequel to the thrilling 2016 reboot. Become the ultimate demon slayer with our essential Doom: Eternal achievements list, covering every platform, no matter where you play. Get ready to raise Hell in wha...
Fortnite Chapter 2: 5 Essential Beginner’s Tips
We've compiled five essential Fortnite beginner's tips to help fledgling Fortniters find their feet on the battlefield, because jumping into Fornite can be daunting for any beginner learning how the game's various systems work. Level up qui...
Nioh 2: 100% Complete Trophy List (PS4)
Return to 16th century Japan in Nioh 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the punishing original. Become the ultimate samurai with our essential trophy list. Get ready for what could be the hardest game's in recent memory, with the confidenc...
E3 2020 Cancelled According To Reports
The ESA has reportedly cancelled E3 2020 due to coronavirus fears. If true, This news is yet another blow to the floundering yearly event, following several high-level departures like Geoff Keighley. An online replacement event may take pla...
Fallout 76’s Wastelanders Expansion Broke The Budget
Pete Hines opens up on the development of the upcoming Wastelanders expansion for Fallout 76. Overzealous dialogue writing and voice actors put the game's budget well over what the developer expected. Wastelanders is a free update, and rele...
Doom: Eternal’s PC Specifications Revealed
Id Software has revealed the PC specs you'll need if you want to run Doom: Eternal. Gamers will need a beefy graphics card to play at max settings. The game releases March 20th for most major platforms, with a Switch port coming later this ...
Top 5 Things We Need In Assassin’s Creed: Ragnarok
All leaks and rumours point towards Ubisoft's next Assassin’s Creed focusing on the era of the Vikings. This setting could deliver a tone of exciting possibilities for exploration and narrative, beyond anything the franchise has yet achieve...
Yumi Yang Becomes Head Of Sony Santa Monica
Yumi Yang has become the studio head of God of War developer, Sony Santa Monica. She replaces former executive producer Shannon Studstill, now working for Google Stadia. The PlayStation veteran has been with the platform for almost twenty y...
Control Is Coming to PlayStation Now This Month
PlayStation Now has a slew of games coming to the subscription service this month. Titles include the award-winning Control, as well as Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus. All PS4 games on the service can be downloaded straight onto your cons...
BAFTA Reveals Nominees For The 2020 Games Awards
Nominees for the BAFTA 2020 Games Awards have finally been revealed, celebrating another great year for the industry. Contenders include some of last year's biggest games, including Death Stranding and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The Awards ...
Rumour: Is Rockstar Games Now Teasing Bully 2?
Rockstar Games is at it again, teasing something new in its website's artwork. Phrases within the artwork suggest a connection to a possible Bully sequel. Could the developer be about to announce GTA 6 and Bully 2? Let's dive into the rumou...
Hideo Kojima To Receive BAFTA Fellowship Award
Hideo Kojima is receiving a BAFTA fellowship award for his contributions to the gaming industry. His most recent game, Death Stranding, released in late 2019 to widespread acclaim. The ceremony will take place in London, April 2nd. Hid...
Rumour: Is Rockstar Hinting At GTA 6 In New Artwork?
Recently updated artwork on Rockstar's website may be pointing at a new game announcement, maybe even GTA 6. The artwork has caused a flurry of theories, despite the thin evidence. Could Rockstar Games be about to reveal a new title for cur...
Blacksad Under The Skin Review: Me’Ouch! (PS4)
Grab your fedora and trench coat as we review Blacksad: Under the Skin, a game with as many problems as there are solutions. A boxing gym owner is dead, and his protege has disappeared; only one detective can solve the crime, John Blacksad....
Yakuza 5 Remaster: Complete Trophies List (PS4)
Return to Tokyo in the gloriously remastered Yakuza 5. Fight your way through the neon nightlife of Kamurocho, armed with our essential trophies list. Yakuza games are known for their length, so get ready for a long journey towards 100% com...
Top 5 Assassin’s Creed Games Ever Made
The Assassin’s Creed franchise has many memorable games, but which five are the best? We’ve spent over a decade travelling through time, meeting histories most notorious figures, twisting the course of time while you’re at it. It’s time to ...
Rumour: New Ratchet & Clank Game Possibly In Development
A new Ratchet and Clank game might be on the cards for PS5. According to podcast host Colin Moriarty, Insomniac is developing a next-gen adventure for the Lombax, with it possibly being a launch title for the console. With Sony's recent acq...
GTA 3 Retrospective: Criminally Innovative
It’s time to cast our nostalgic eye over Grand Theft Auto 3, generally considered as one of the most influential games of all time. Many give the game credit for giving birth to the open-world genre. Welcome back to the gloomy streets of Li...
Why The Uncharted Movie Should Never Happen
The Uncharted movie has been delayed yet again, and I don't believe it will ever get made. There are two reasons for the film's troubles going forward; the uncanny valley effect and the track record of video game movies. Allow me to explain...
Rumour: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Releasing In 2021
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 may be heading our way sooner than we thought, according to an info leak. The leak confirms some of the villains we will see in the sequel, as well as details on the map size and gameplay mechanics. Official confirmati...
Square Enix Delays Marvel’s Avengers & The FFVII Remake
Two of 2020s biggest games have been delayed. Marvel's Avengers has been pushed to September, while the anticipated remake of Final Fantasy VII will now release in April. Square Enix explains that these delays are necessary to deliver on th...
6 Games On My Next-Generation Wish List
The next-generation of console hardware is just around the corner, and that means brand new games! Whether it’s the return of beloved characters or the defection of franchises that have only ever exclusive to one platform, the years ahead a...
The PS5 To Outsell Xbox Series X According To Analysts
Market analysts have had their say on what they believe will be 2020's biggest gaming trends. Among these predictions, some analysts think the PS5 will outsell the Xbox Series X. Others suggest the possible release of a 4K supported Nintend...
Sleeping Dogs: The Most Underrated Game Of The Decade
Out of all the fantastic open-world games we've seen over the decade, Sleeping Dogs is one of the most underrated. A heart-pounding tale of crime, justice and morality, Sleeping Dogs deserves its place among the best of its genre. Let's exp...
Vampyr: A Disappointing Beast
The subject of Vampirism has been an underused trope in an industry still obsessed with zombies, which is what made Vampyr such an enticing prospect. But, ultimately, this promising RPG lacked the bite to make any impact in its genre. Let’s...
Mafia II: The Godfather Of Gangster Games
If you’re looking for a realistic tale of mobster life, look no further than Mafia II. No game provides as compelling a story, nor as detailed a world of organised crime. Let’s take a retrospective look at this fabulous game, that, despite ...
Sega Announces New DLC For Total War: Three Kingdoms
Total War: Three Kingdom's next DLC chapter, Mandate of Heaven, will act as a prequel to the main game's campaign. Experience the might of the Han dynasty, as they consolidate their rule over all of China. The expansion releases on January ...
The Wolf Among Us 2 Is Back On Track
The Wolf Among Us season 2 is on its way, after being announced at the Game Awards. This welcome news comes after the game's development was halted by the closure of Telltale Games in 2018. AdHoc, a studio formed by former Telltale employee...
Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey – 100% Trophies & Achievements List
It's time to stamp your mark on the evolutionary timeline in Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey. Grab a sharpened stick and check out our complete trophies and achievements list. Arm yourself with everything you need to become the apex predat...
Rumor: New Crash Bandicoot Game May Be Revealed This Week
A rumour suggests that a new Crash Bandicoot game may be announced this week. A number of influencers have been receiving Christmas themed Crash merchandise, suggesting a possible announcement of something Crash Bandicoot related. The 2019 ...
PlayStation Gives Up On The Handheld Console Market
There will be no successor to the PS Vita according to PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan. This news comes as the console manufacturer celebrates its 25th birthday this week. Ryan credits the rise of mobile gaming as one of the causes of PS Vita's fa...
Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey Ignored By Reviewers?
Patrice Désilets isn't happy with reviewers, accusing them of not playing his latest game, Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey. The game was criticised for its clunky and boring gameplay. Patrice is best known as the creator of the Assassin's ...
Rockstar: 5 Games That Define The Developer
Rockstar Game's rise coincides with my childhood and, as such, has left an indelible mark on my gaming life. I’ve narrowed down the five games that I believe have defined the developer throughout their stellar rise and continued success. F...