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Like Father, Like Son: Gears Of War 4 Review
It’s easy to dismiss Gears Of War as another cover based shooter, glorifying violence and testosterone fueled aggression. And while those elements are essential to the franchise, Gears Of War is a masterclass in gameplay, visuals, pacing, and sheer delightful fun! The game starts with a series of flashbacks that pays reverence to what’s come before, and sets the stage for what’s to come. New series protagonists and characters are introduced in an affable manner, setting them apart from the old guard. JD and Kait are instantly likable, and those around are given enough attention and care so as to make them more than bystanders. A new threat is introduced, known as the ‘Swarm’, and while they don’t feel distinctly different from the Locust, there are confl...
Would You Kindly? :: BioShock Collection Review
Would you kindly play these games? Going back down into Rapture 10 years later feels exactly like my first time. And that’s saying a lot about how well the game still holds up ten years later. Bioshock benefits from this remaster the most. the game still looks fantastic, evoking the same emotions it did ten years ago, while delivering an unforgettable experience. The underwater city of Rapture, and the madness beset upon it is a joy to delve into and unraveling it’s mysteries, or even losing yourself in them is fascinating. The original Bioshock alone makes this collection worth it, given how few games have managed to attain a similar level of excellence even ten years later. The writing, and atmosphere are second to none, and the game is a must play experience. Also added here...
Pro Evolution Soccer 2017 Review
PES 2017 is a genuine step forward in the series. This year the football play a bit more competitive again. Gameplay seems smooth and passing very authentic. It’s not only due to the easy controls, but also because of the smoothness in gameplay which is a direct result of the player’s brilliant animation system and fluidity with which they change their stance and sprint on the field. Why don’t we just get into the review itself? Goalkeeper Improvement The goalkeepers are supposedly improved this year, but I can’t see how! The keepers are fairly easy to get the ball past but even easier to beat once you place the ball before shooting. In PES 2016, keepers seemed to have an issue with getting low to save the ball, which meant a spilled ball would inevitably find the b...
Thermaltake Challenger Edge Keyboard Review
Thermaltake’s Challenger Edge gaming keyboard seems to have all the elements that mechanical keyboard fans desire. It has a new floating keycap design, delivering an array of colors under each keycap. All this is based on a beautiful black brushed aluminum faceplate with laser engraved keycaps. The floating design allow the keycaps to not rub out the font while offering a brighter backlight. There is a pleasant glow across the keyboard because of the aluminium faceplate. The keyboard comes with 8 RGB colors and 4 lighting effects. You can customize the 8 lighting colors and effects on the keyboard itself. You also have the option to lock your keyboard. Just imagine you’re eating chole bhature while playing and you dropped some gravy on the beautiful black brushed aluminium face...
Where Are The Kangaroos?: Forza Horizon 3 Review
When it comes to arcade racing games, nothing does it better than Forza Horizon, and Forza Horizon 3 is no exception. This time the festival heads down under to Australia, and once again you are put at the helm of the finest race cars. Developer Playground Games’ latest offering, while familiar, adds enough to keep things from getting stale. The familiar brings a host of new cars, customisations, well designed tracks, and a compelling progression system. From classic American Muscle cars to finely tuned Japanese cars, the garage is is varied, and caters to a wide audience of car enthusiasts. Forza Horizon 3 adds all new vehicles, including off-road vehicles, making the Australian outback even more of a delight to venture out into. The world has been vastly expanded upon, and is packe...
Champions Of Anteria: Review
At its core, Champions Of Anteria is a mix of the RPG and RTS genre. It was initially slated to be the next Settlers game called The Settlers: Kingdoms Of Anteria. However, the game that finally emerged is vastly different from the franchise it takes its roots from. The game follows the actions of five Champions who are returning to their homeland called Anteria. After their time away, they find out that Anteria is being ravaged by several warring factions who are affecting the livelihood of the common people in a bad way. With the help of the people from Anteria and a wise wizard, the Champions work to compete with other factions, reclaim Anteria back, and make it into a great and peaceful village for everyone, as it once was. This story is told to players via narration by one of the main...
Get Some Action On The Down Low: RunCam 2 Review
The first thing I noticed about the RunCam 2 was its unique shape. It has a different form factor compared to competitors like Xiaomi’s Yi or the GoPro series, making it a more appealing option for FPV and RC enthusiasts. For the most part, the device retains the length, width and weight of its predecessor’s. With just two buttons (Power and WiFi) on its body, the device looks awfully sleek. The LED ring around the power button lights up indicating the current mode you are on (Blue: Video, Green: Photo, Red: Charge). A lens hood surrounds the outer edge of the lens protecting it mainly from sun glare. However, I felt a lens cover would have been a better addition instead. But for about 7k, I thought RunCam did a more than a decent job in making sure the device looked sturdy. Bu...
The HD Remake Of A Game That Never Existed: ReCore Review
Think of Super Mario 64 and all the character driven platformers it inspired. Think of Mega Man and how it made your childhood so fun. It’s always fun to jump and dash around a place, not giving a single care about the laws of physics, isn’t it? Now combine all that fun with adorable robot companions that come with infinite customization possibilities, and you may begin to understand what makes ReCore such a great game. The game starts in quite a beautiful manner, handing you the control of a girl named Joule Adams, the lone woman on a seemingly deserted desert planet of Far Eden. Along with her trusty robot dog Mack, she is on a quest to solve the big mystery behind what rendered Far Eden so desolate. The gorgeous surroundings comprising of cliffs, sand and wrecked terraformin...
Review: Corsair VOID RGB Gaming Headset
RGB lighting has become a staple these days, especially when it comes to gaming accessories. Following the trend, Corsair has taken its wireless headsets to the next level by introducing the VOID RGB Gaming Headset. With a 2.4 GHz USB wireless transmitter, the VOID RGB boasts a range of about 40 ft. It also offers 7.1 Dolby Surround Sound experience, making it a premium device that can incredibly enhance your gaming and entertainment. Headphones Frequency Response 20Hz – 20 kHz Impedance 32k Ohms @ 1 kHz Drivers 50mm Connector USB Cable Length 1.8m Microphone Type Unidirectional noise cancelling Impedance 2.2k Ohms Frequency Response 100Hz to 10kHz Sensitivity -37dB (+/-3dB) The first thing that stands out about the headset is perhaps its looks. The ear cups are more rhomboidal in sh...
Exciting But Ultimately Disappointing: A.O.T Wings Of Freedom Review
Koei Tecmo’s latest title is the fast-paced, action-oriented, giant monster slicing fest based on the anime of the same franchise, Attack on Titan. For people who are desperately waiting for season 2 to come along, this game comes as a great walk down the memory lane, as it is completely based on the first season. A.O.T Wings of Freedom follows the anime like a slave. It’s not that we’re happy about it, it’s just that the first season got over a long time ago, so it would’ve been good to a better glimpse of what’s more to come. The game is exactly what you’d call graphic intensive, but that doesn’t mean it looks bad. The dynamic and fluid animations make the fighting sequences really satisfying. And the cut scenes are amazing too, and provide...
Review: Samsung Galaxy J Max Tablet
The Samsung Galaxy J Max is the one of the latest additions to the Samsung tablet family. It is powered by a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex A7 processor and features 8 GB internal memory with 1.5 GB RAM, and a microSD slot with expandable memory upto 128 GB. The primary camera is 8 MP, comprising of an f/1.9 aperture lens while the front camera is about 2 MP. The Tablet comes with all the basic Android functionalities, including WiFi, Bluetooth, voice calling and 4G. It has a non-removable 4000 mAh battery, which ensures at least a 24 hours of average usage including internet browsing and multimedia. With a 7-inch screen at a resolution of 800×1280 and 216PPI pixel density, the tab weighs about 289 g and comes with dual SIM capabilities. Watch the full Video Review here: The tab has ...
Review: HyperX CloudX Pro Official Xbox One Gaming Headset
Like its predecessors, the HyperX Cloud Revolver and HyperX Cloud II, the HyperX CloudX aims to provide a high quality gaming experience. Built specifically for the Xbox One, the headset continues the Kingston saga of producing high quality gaming headsets at for a decent price range. Basically, the CloudX is the same as the Cloud II, with some minor differences. The CloudX comes with a simple volume control and a detachable mic, and is licensed officially for the Xbox One. Apart from that, the two headsets are essentially the same, including the body design and features. Specifications Headset Driver Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets Type Circumaural, Closed back Frequency Response 15Hz–25,000 Hz Impedance 60 Ω Input Power Rated 150mW, Maximum 300mW Weight 309g Cable Length and Type He...