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The sound of horror – How Jason Graves created a new universe of audio terror for video games

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 30, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming
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I had some questions for the music-wizard about how he created the sound of horror, and Graves was only too happy to wax lyrical about finding his groove, the sheer genius of how his music was used and the power of psychology.

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The best comic book covers of the week – 29 June 2020

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 29, 2020
in :  Comics & Toys, Features
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From the streets of Gotham to the far reaches of the Multiverse, here's a look at the best comic book covers of the week.

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July 2020 video game schedule–Samurai hack ‘n slashing, skating extra-large and turnin’ left

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 29, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming
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We’re officially at the halfway point of the year and just like every year before it, it looks like the rest of the gaming calendar is preparing to pace itself before it goes for the fourth quarter sprint. The month of America’s birthday (which will likely begin with some lady in Florida lambasting congress about how difficult it is to …

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The Old Guard Interview – How Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernandez’s tale of immortal mercenaries got adapted into a Netflix blockbuster

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 25, 2020
in :  Entertainment, Features
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The Old Guard is a faithful adaptation of the Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernandez mini-series that pitted immortal warriors against the deadliest threat to the planet: Big Pharma. So how did this project all come together? That’s just one of the questions that I had for Rucka and Fernandez, who were only too happy to sit down with me and chat about adapting their work to Netflix, crafting killer action with Charlize Theron and the importance of living.

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The Elder Scrolls Online Greymoor Review – How you Alduin?

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 24, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming, Reviews
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Greymoor may be a paint by numbers expansion to The Elder Scrolls Online, but it still manages to be a nostalgic return to the glory days of Skyrim that is enhanced by the fascinating Antiquities system and scenic locales.

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Here’s a look at all the cool Acer gaming tech revealed this week

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 24, 2020
in :  Features, Technology
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So what’s on the horizon? Some chuffing hefty technology if you’ve got the RGBucks for it, with several of their products fielding 10th Gen Intel Core processers and Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 Super graphics cards. Here’s a quick round-up of some of the sensational gear that was shown off yesterday.

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Pokémon Sword and Shield: Isle of Armor Review – Everybody was Kubfu fighting

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 22, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming, Reviews
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A modest expansion to Pokémon Sword and Shield, Isle of Armor doesn’t stray away from the established formula of last year’s blockbuster game. But when the core experience was that good to begin with, more of the same is exactly what the series needs to still stay fun and fresh.

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Star Wars Squadrons – Everything we know so far about cosmic combat, ships and more

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 19, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming
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Forget about being a Jedi, because the coolest part of that franchise has always been a pitched dogfight in the unforgiving vacuum of space while the entire fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance. Star Wars Squadrons looks set to finally scratch that itch, and the end result looks more beautiful than a village of dead Gungans who have recently been introduced to the business end of a lightsaber.

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Here’s a look at all the gaming and creative laptop power that Asus is unleashing this year

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 19, 2020
in :  Features, Technology
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Asus is looking to re-kick 2020 off properly with a new slate of devices, laptops and notebooks aimed at all walks of life. Whether you’re into gaming or you just need a handy little notebook that can do some office work when you’re out and about, here’s a look at what Asus is bringing to the table.

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West of Dead Review – The good, the bad and the lucky

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 18, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming, Reviews
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West of Dead isn’t going to win any originality contests, but it knows how to draw with the best of them and it’s quick enough to hit you with six rounds of stylistic fun. Beneath the obvious comparisons, there’s a game that plays out like a passionate high noon homage to the best of film, games and comic books.

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Everything announced in today’s Pokémon Presents livestream

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 17, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming
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Pokémon is back in the news! During a special presentation this morning (and with another one scheduled for June 24), Nintendo had plenty to say about their money-making franchise. Here’s a brief round-up of all the announcements.

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Project Warlock Review – Now that’s what I’m Tolkien about

By Darryn Bonthuys
June 17, 2020
in :  Features, Gaming, Reviews
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Project Warlock has its moments, but the retro good comes with some nostalgic bad. If you’re able to look past its flaws, there’s a chunky and satisfying first-person shooter that still manages to be a blast from the past when you get to grips with it.

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