The Wild West is a perennially popular fantasy for kids. While it may be true that the real Wild West was nowhere near as romantic as movies, TV shows, and video games may suggest, the fact is that there’s an undeniable appeal to being a lone frontiersperson, wandering the deserts atop your trusty steed. To … Read more
It’s almost time for another main series Call of Duty instalment. To us, it seems like only yesterday that Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War graced our consoles, but it’s been almost a year, and so a new Call of Duty is nearly upon us. The new game’s name is now official: Call of … Read more
The spookiest season of the year is almost upon us. The nights are getting colder and darker, coffee shops are beginning to make pumpkin spice lattes once again, and fright fans the world over are wondering how to put the finishing touches on their creepy ghost costumes. We are talking, of course, about Halloween, and … Read more
We live in a world in which there is, frankly, too much stuff. New tech and gadgets appear at an alarming rate, and it’s all we can do to buy the last-generation stuff before the new arrivals completely take over the conversation. With that in mind, finding a way to keep abreast of new technological … Read more
There’s nothing more heartbreaking than wanting to buy something for someone at Christmas, only to realise it’s nowhere to be found. You’re running around like you’re possessed, desperately trying to find that one shop that still has the item in stock on Christmas Eve, but you repeatedly come up empty-handed. It’s a tragedy, but thankfully, … Read more
There’s a serious problem affecting the world of consumer electronics right now, and it has to do with semiconductors. In essence, this essential component of many electronic goods – including games consoles, smartphones, and PC graphics cards, among other things – is in drastically short supply. If you’ve tried to get your hands on a … Read more
The Nintendo Switch’s success should come as no surprise. It’s an incredibly convenient and well-crafted console, capable of both being a standard home entertainment system and acting as a handheld for when you’re on the go. With that in mind, it shouldn’t be shocking that there are a wealth of great gaming experiences to choose … Read more
You don’t always have to be behind the screen to enjoy your love of video games. Whether you’re an online poker player, fascinated by the emerging world of esports or want to escape to a world beyond ours, here are ten books for video games to put on your Summer reading list: 1. Ready Player … Read more
Ever since the launch of their streaming service Disney+, the Mouse company has gone above and beyond to produce cinematic content that not only fits the digital screens but also rivals the competitors at Netflix. With so many streaming services right now and new ones popping up every day, Disney had to roll up their … Read more
Movies releasing in theatres – in just one and half years the statement has become a melody to the ears of cinephiles. The pandemic struck the entertainment industry before anyone else, forcing theatres to shut their doors. We have seen a release here and there but the limited theatrical releases brought back nothing but the … Read more
Every time a new FIFA game is released, the same old criticisms get trotted out against it. “It’s just the same game as last year,” the naysayers cry. “How much better can a football game really get?” The last one is really a veiled compliment; after all, EA is an absolute master of the craft … Read more
2021 is one of the most anticipated years. The world is latched on to freedom now vaccines are rolling out, and life is returning to normal. There has been a peculiar lul in the production of films. When all is well in the world, we enjoy the continuous rollout of film after film. It’s something … Read more
When it comes to classic movies, there are a few that should be on top of your list. Classic movies are the sort of movies that make you feel good inside. They are typically 120 minutes of utter movie gold. When you think about classic movies, what springs to mind for you? Whether it’s romance … Read more
Nintendo has finally lifted the veil off of their highly rumored Nintendo Switch model. While some of the speculations have ended up being true, a lot of what gamers were hoping for didn’t pan out. This new OLED model feels like a refresh of the hybrid console rather than a full mid-generation upgrade. The Nintendo … Read more
Trading card games might remind you of your childhood. One of the best pastimes in school at lunch would be exchanging trading cards with your friends. Much of the playground rivalry would be based around trading cards. Nowadays, trading cards are more of a collectible. Some trading cards are sold at auctions for thousands of … Read more
It’s fair to say that Pixar’s Toy Story series is one of the most iconic movie franchises of all time. The original movie was released in 1995 and changed the face of animation as we know it; the 3D animation was not only groundbreaking but also incredibly detailed and full of pathos, leading to a … Read more
Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, NOW TV. The list could go on. There are now so many streaming services available, all offering monthly subscription packages. Out of them all, which one is the best? Most people have at least one streaming service they use, but statistics show that the average household has access to 2.3 streaming … Read more
For a few years now, the relatively new open world genre has churned out some of the biggest and most popular games on any console. We’re talking huge worlds populated by players and AI bots, filled with a natural web of narrative options and propelled by the player’s ability to stumble on scattered events and … Read more