It’s pretty hard to believe just how mainstream Captain America is today. Cap has always been a popular character, of course. Since he first showed up in Timely Comics’ Captain America Comics #1 way, way, way back in 1941, Cap…
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The 10 Scariest Video Game Monsters of All Time
You just can’t beat a good monster. Well, sometimes you can. A silver bullet, stake through the heart, or quick decapitation will usually do the trick. But in terms of good, fun, solid entertainment? A monster is the ultimate narrative…
Grand Theft Auto III: 5 Reasons We Still Love It 15 Years On
When Grand Theft Auto III first hit consoles back in 2001, you might never have imagined you’d be able to play it on your phone someday. A stripped-down, 2D, monochromatic version of it perhaps, but the full game? No way!…
10 Unforgettable Video Game Covers from the 1990s
Designers have created countless terrific video game covers across the past 30 years or so, but the 90s had more than its fair share of iconic box art. Take a look at some of the biggest games of the decade,…
Gamescom 2016: The Biggest Revelations So Far
Gamescom can always be relied on for plenty of exciting news and presentations, as the biggest names in the industry showcase their upcoming releases. 2016’s event kicked off yesterday (the 17th) and runs until Sunday the 21st. While Wednesday was…
5 of the Weirdest Retro Video Games Based on Iconic Horror Movies
Over the years, we’ve been treated to plenty of great horror games. Dead Space. Resident Evil. Silent Hill. The Evil Within. Alone in the Dark. Alan Wake. Parasite Eve. Dead Rising. Clock Tower. F.E.A.R. Plus many, many others, including sequels…
5 of the Best Star Trek Games Ever Made
Star Trek is one of the most influential, most successful, and most beloved franchises of all time. As we all know, there have been multiple TV series, with another on the way. There have been 13 movies in all, with…
5 Underrated Video Game Sidekicks
Every hero needs help from time to time. Batman has Robin (and, to be fair, a variety of other helpers). Robin Hood has Little John. Even Superman sometimes has Krypto, his cape-wearing super-dog. No matter how big, strong, and downright…
Xbox Live Games with Gold for August
Every month, Xbox Live gives Gold members a bundle of games to download across both systems – completely free of charge! August’s line-up looks pretty darn tasty, with a nice mix that encompasses big oily dudes, Japanese warriors, a retro-style…
The 10 Best Aliens Video Games Ever Made
It’s now 30 years since James Cameron’s iconic Aliens exploded into cinemas, tossing facehuggers, marines, and a big ol’ Queen at awestruck audiences. The film’s as amazing as ever three decades on, thanks to its great characters, endlessly-quotable dialogue, and…