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Game review: Tumble
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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If you like spatial puzzles then Tumble is for you. Ingenous controls, a time vacuum - what more could you ask for.
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Game review: Mafia II
Wed, 1st Sep 2010
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Mafia II brings a genuine cinematic adventure to gamers, recounting a WWII vet's journey into the mob, set in the detailed Empire Bay.
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Kane and Lynch 2: Dog Days launch trailer
Fri, 13th Aug 2010
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Kane and Lynch 2: Dog Days, eagerly awaited with its launch trailer unveiled, hits stores Aug 17th amidst high hopes of redemption.
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FULL METAL ALCHEMIST: BROTHERHOOD
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood revitalises the iconic series with a faithful manga adaptation and improved visuals, promising both newcomers and fans a magical journey with the Elric brothers.
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METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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Hideo Kojima returns to helm Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker on PSP, casting Big Boss in a Cold War crisis in Costa Rica.
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MASS EFFECT 2 – OVERLORD
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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This time around, the DLC has come thick and fast, with five mission-based packs and many more armour and weapon packs to date.
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New Halo: Reach campaign trailer released
Fri, 30th Jul 2010
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Bungie has released a new campaign trailer entitled 'The Battle Begins' for its upcoming first-person shooter Halo: Reach.
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Game review: Chopper 2
Tue, 27th Jul 2010
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Chopper 2 takes off with a 40% sale, offering 36 missions and a revamped 3D engine. Now with HD on iPad and iPhone, incl. a remote play feature.
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METAL SLUG XX
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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Metal Slug XX revives arcade nostalgia but struggles with outdated graphics and unforgiving gameplay, appealing mainly to series loyalists.
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SNOOPY FLYING ACE
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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Imagine if Snoopy's alter-ego as a biplane pilot came to life as a video game. That game would be Snoopy Flying Ace.
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LIPS: I LOVE THE 80S
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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Lips: I Love the 80s brings a nostalgic karaoke ride to Xbox 360, featuring iconic tunes from a stylish yet eccentric era.
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Game review: SKATE 3
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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SKATE 3 review: Improved camera angles and team challenges refresh the franchise, yet it lacks the multiplayer mode fans crave.
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Game review: Red Dead Redemption
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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Red Dead Redemption transcends its wild west saga to be crowned Rockstar's most captivating sandbox adventure yet.
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Game review: Shatter
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Shatter revamps classic Breakout gameplay with a fresh, polished twist, offering varied levels, slick visuals, and engaging boss fights.
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GTA: Episodes From Liberty City
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Dive back into GTA's gritty world with Episodes From Liberty City DLC, now on all platforms. Experience motorcycle gang wars and nightclub chaos.
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Game review: ALAN WAKE
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Alan Wake's debut dazzles with psychological horror and ingenious gameplay, a must-play that redefines fear.
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Lips Party Classics
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Lips: Party Classics is a stand-alone expansion that adds another 40 songs to the playlist of the popular Xbox 360 karaoke game.
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Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening expansion offers 10-15 hrs of gripping RPG action for veterans, but may daunt newcomers, advises playing original first.
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Stronghold Collection
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Revisit the epic medieval series with the Stronghold Collection, where building castles meets historic battles in a gaming nostalgia trip.
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Game review: Yakuza 3
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Yakuza 3 is a little-known title that was released in Japan well over a year ago now, but it's finally seen a Western release.
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Runaway: A Twist of Fate
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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'Runaway: A Twist of Fate' offers a classic point-and-click adventure experience, but falls short on humour and puzzle clarity.
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Vancouver 2010
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Vancouver 2010 falls short of reviving the Winter Olympics' video game legacy, with standout graphics but lacking depth in gameplay.
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MAG (Massive Action Game )
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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MAG's bold promise of 256-player battles in a future PMC war zone is marred by lag and unclear gameplay, despite its ambitious scope.
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white knight chronicles
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Although the colour palettes used are bright and vibrant, it’s the detail and overall realism of the graphics that seem to be lacking.