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    WWE 2K24 (PC) Review

    by Seth Grimes
    WWE 2K24 (PC) Review
    This annual update offers up some welcome refinements over 2K23, but with a few pre-existing flaws still pinning it against the ropes can the franchise once again be named king of the ring?  
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  • Gaming

    Baldur’s Gate 3 leads the BAFTA Games Awards 2024 nominees

    by Ian Collen
    Baldur’s Gate 3 leads the BAFTA Games Awards 2024 nominees
    Larian Studios excellent RPG is in the running for 10 categories, including Best Game, with Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Alan Wake 2, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor also in for a potentially busy night.  
  • Gaming

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    Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5) Review
    This long-awaited sequel to the 2020 remake of the original classic RPG adds a fresh twist, both in terms of its storyline and gameplay, but can it live up to the weight of expectation?  
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  • Gaming

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    Sony PS5 Pro set for a late 2024 launch?

    by Ian Collen
    Sony PS5 Pro set for a late 2024 launch?
    New analysis and previous history point to a late Q3 or Q4 launch window, but just what we can expect from an upgraded PlayStation 5? And what could Microsoft and Nintendo have in response?  
  • Gaming

    Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (Xbox Series X) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (Xbox Series X) Review
    The ever-popular Yakuza franchise continues to shine, and this stylish and suitably OTT sequel might just be its best adventure yet.  
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  • Gaming

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    Tekken 8 (PC) Review

    by Seth Grimes
    Tekken 8 (PC) Review
    The king of fighting games evolves once again to show just why the Iron Fist remains at the top of the power-punching pyramid.  
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  • Gaming

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    Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (Xbox Series X) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (Xbox Series X) Review
    It’s been a long time since we last saw the Persian Prince in action, but can a little side-scrolling TLC mark a very welcome return to the fold?  
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  • Gaming

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    What were your gaming highs and lows of 2023?

    by Ian Collen
    What were your gaming highs and lows of 2023?
    There are other threads for some of the best and worst titles of the year, but how about your own personal gaming highlights? Or perhaps the big names/tech that you felt didn’t deliver? Share your thoughts on what’s hot and what’s not right here.  
  • Gaming

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    Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (PS5) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (PS5) Review
    With a beautiful backdrop and the core ingredients for a rich open-world experience, this all-new Na’vi adventure leans more towards a quick cash-grab over delivering upon its potential.  
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  • Gaming

    BAFTA announces a ‘Best Games of 2023’ longlist of award contenders

    by Ian Collen
    BAFTA announces a ‘Best Games of 2023’ longlist of award contenders
    In a first for the Academy, it has revealed the 60 titles that have made the cut for its next round of voting ahead of the 2024 BAFTA Games Awards. So, if you’re looking for something good to play over Christmas…  
  • Gaming

    9

    Baldur’s Gate 3 wins big at The Game Awards

    by Ian Collen
    Baldur’s Gate 3 wins big at The Game Awards
    The fantasy RPG won six awards, including Best Game, with the event also dedicating plenty of air time to some intriguing new announcements.  
  • Gaming

    9

    Football Manager 2024 (PC) Review

    by Seth Grimes
    Football Manager 2024 (PC) Review
    A return to form for the classic footballing franchise before it makes a fresh start in FM25? Hang on, it looks like we’re going to the videogame assistant referee…  
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  • Gaming

    83

    Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (PS5) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (PS5) Review
    The latest evolution of PlayStation cinematic adventure finds the perfect balance between freedom and focus for a sublime showcase of just how good open-world games can be.  
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  • Gaming

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    What’s your favourite videogame of 2023?

    by Ian Collen
    What’s your favourite videogame of 2023?
    There are still a few big names to come, but what has been the best new game you’ve played this year? Early nominees include Baldur’s Gate 3, Starfield, and the latest Zelda, but maybe something else has kept you gaming into the night?  
  • Gaming

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    Sony unveils new slimline PS5 design and wireless gaming INZONE Buds

    by Ian Collen
    Sony unveils new slimline PS5 design and wireless gaming INZONE Buds
    The smaller, lighter console also upgrades to a larger 1TB SSD and includes the option to attach a Blu-ray drive to the Digital Edition.  
  • Gaming

    18

    EA Sports FC 24 (PC) Review

    by Seth Grimes
    EA Sports FC 24 (PC) Review
    The franchise formerly known as FIFA ushers in a new evolution with a few welcome additions but has the on-pitch action really changed for the better?  
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  • Deals

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    Amazon kicks Sony PlayStation 5 deal into Uncharted territory

    by Andy Bassett
    Amazon kicks Sony PlayStation 5 deal into Uncharted territory
    Sony’s PlayStation 5 console is available with EA FC 24 and Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves in a bundle that definitely scores from the spot.  
  • Gaming

    9

    Lies of P (PS5) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Lies of P (PS5) Review
    As an action-RPG set in a puppet apocalypse, can this novel Pinocchio-inspired twist on the Souls-like genre carve off something unique, or is it just another gothic horror fairy tale that's lying to itself?  
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  • Gaming

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    Mortal Kombat 1 (PC) Review

    by Seth Grimes
    Mortal Kombat 1 (PC) Review
    More classic skull-crushing gameplay fused with beautiful graphics and a restart of the lore, plus a new Invasion mode and a Kameo system to intrigue long-term players and maybe teach this old dog a few new tricks?  
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  • Gaming

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    Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon (PC) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon (PC) Review
    After taking a relaxing break with the likes of Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Elden Ring, FromSoftware returns to its roots with this long-awaited sequel that might just go ahead and mech your day.  
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  • TV

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    The Best Gaming TVs for the PlayStation 5

    by Andy Bassett
    The Best Gaming TVs for the PlayStation 5
    UPDATED 25-AUG-2023: If you’re looking for the best experience from your PlayStation 5, you’ll find our list of the best gaming TVs that support everything Sony’s latest console has to offer the perfect place to start…  
  • Gaming

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    Baldur's Gate 3 (PC) Review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Baldur's Gate 3 (PC) Review
    This long-awaited Baldur’s Gate sequel might just be the ultimate Dungeons & Dragons simulator. It’s a mammoth of human artistry and a glorious swansong to tabletop fantasy adventuring.  
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  • Gaming

    The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (PC) Review

    by Seth Grimes
    The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (PC) Review
    Play as the killers or the victims as you’re transported to a virtual tour of the 1974 film set, but can the PvP gameplay match the movie for tension and pure, bloody horror?  
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  • Gaming

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    How many hours have you put into your most-played game?

    by Ian Collen
    How many hours have you put into your most-played game?
    How much of a time suck has your most played game been? Check out this thread to feel better about yourself by finding out how much more time than you others have spent down the gaming rabbit hole.  
  • TV

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    The Best Gaming TVs

    by Andy Bassett
    The Best Gaming TVs
    UPDATED 18-AUG-2023: Looking for a TV that will satisfy your next-generation console needs as well as your movie and streaming requirements? We take you through the best options out there to maximise your gaming experience across a range of scenarios.  
  • Gaming

    13

    Remnant II (PC) review

    by Mohammad Hamid
    Remnant II (PC) review
    A sequel to the popular 2019 original, you can expect bigger and better things in its fine-tuned, if gloomy, shooter-looter set-up, that's fun on your own but probably better with friends.  
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  • Gaming

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    F1 Manager 2023 (PC) Review

    by Seth Grimes
    F1 Manager 2023 (PC) Review
    If you like the thrill of F1 racing and the addictive nature of management simulations, could this be the best of both worlds?  
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  • Gaming

    29

    New PlayStation 5 beta adds Dolby Atmos gaming support

    by Ian Collen
    New PlayStation 5 beta adds Dolby Atmos gaming support
    Sony’s latest system software update adds extra height to its 3D audio set-up across its gaming catalogue, along with second controller support and a larger SSD solution.  
  • TV

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    Is HDMI 2.1 Important for a Gaming TV?

    by Ian Collen
    Is HDMI 2.1 Important for a Gaming TV?
    Boasting features such as VRR, ALLM, and QMS, it can be hard for newcomers to understand the potential benefits for gamers, so we break down the benefits of the best connection.  
  • Gaming

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    How much time do you spend gaming?

    by Ian Collen
    How much time do you spend gaming?
    With AVF member Caljo one of many on the forums who have more games than they can possibly play, there’s an open invite to share your own gaming habits and whether you’re likely (or not) to see things through to the end credits.  
  • Gaming

    Exoprimal (Xbox Series X) Review

    by Ian Collen
    Exoprimal (Xbox Series X) Review
    There’s plenty of bite-sized fun to be found in this mechs-versus-dinos showdown but, without fresh content, its lack of variety could prove a ‘saur point.  
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  • Gaming

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    Is there a need for Sony’s Project Q remote streaming device?

    by Ian Collen
    Is there a need for Sony’s Project Q remote streaming device?
    Announced at the recent PlayStation Showcase event, the handheld device for your PS5 seems to have raised some divided opinions and, as yet, unanswered questions.  
  • Gaming

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    Sony PlayStation Showcase reveals Project Q handheld device

    by Ian Collen
    Sony PlayStation Showcase reveals Project Q handheld device
    It was an otherwise game-heavy event, with Spider-Man 2 as the headline act among no fewer than 33 titles on show, including the likes of Alan Wake 2 and a new Bungie IP, plus some official PS earbuds.  
  • Gaming

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    Vampire Survivors wins Best Game at the 2023 BAFTA Games Awards

    by Ian Collen
    Vampire Survivors wins Best Game at the 2023 BAFTA Games Awards
    The surprise winner edged out the likes of God of War Ragnarök, which otherwise topped the winner’s list with six awards, including the public's vote for Game of the Year.  
  • Gaming

    God of War: Ragnarök dominates 2023 BAFTA Games Awards nominations

    by Ian Collen
    God of War: Ragnarök dominates 2023 BAFTA Games Awards nominations
    Sony’s epic action-adventure picks up 14 nods, the most in the awards’ history, with Stray, Elden Ring, and Horizon Forbidden West among the other leading contenders.  
  • Tech

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    Sony PlayStation VR2 Review

    by Rik Henderson
    Sony PlayStation VR2 Review
    Sony serves up its second virtual reality headset, though this time it's for PS5 owners only. It costs more than the console itself but is packed with high end features for a premium out-of-body experience. Is the PSVR2 the shot in the arm the VR industry needs?  
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  • Gaming

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    Hogwart's Legacy (PS5) Review

    by Rik Henderson
    Hogwart's Legacy (PS5) Review
    Set 100 years before a young Harry Potter first picked up a wand, can this older generation of would-be wizards cast a spell on you?  
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  • Gaming

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    What videogames provide an enduring replayability?

    by Ian Collen
    What videogames provide an enduring replayability?
    As prices rise, so value-for-money in gaming can become more important. So, with showmaker666 restarting the Mass Effect trilogy once again, what other games might you find yourself constantly going back to?  
  • Gaming

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    JBL set to expand its Quantum Series of gamer-friendly headsets

    by Ian Collen
    JBL set to expand its Quantum Series of gamer-friendly headsets
    The Quantum 360X/P and Quantum 910X/P are designed for Xbox and PlayStation users, with the latter including Spatial 360 audio and head tracking.  
  • Gaming

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    Sony showcases PS VR2 and Project Leonardo PS5 controller at CES 2023

    by Andy Bassett
    Sony showcases PS VR2 and Project Leonardo PS5 controller at CES 2023
    Sony confirms the PS VR2 launch date and there are some exciting games being lined up for the system, plus Project Leonardo aims for better gaming inclusivity.  

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