Without doubt, gore helped to give Mortal Kombat its place in gaming history. Yes, the gameplay in that first entry was fun and exciting, but let’s face it – the bloody violence is what drew most of us to it….
Unforgettable Moments in Gaming – Part One
Video games have given us hours upon hours of entertainment over the years, but not all of them are unforgettable: some titles are an absolute blast from start to finish, but spend little time lingering in the memory; others, though,…
The Top 10 Fighting Game Heroes of All Time
Games like Street Fighter II and Mortal Kombat remain classics for various reasons – their accessible gameplay, their high replay-value, the nostalgic connection many of us still feel, the innovative use of bloody violence and finishing moves – but one…
Five Reasons We Still Love Star Wars: Battlefront II 10 Years On
With EA’s new Star Wars: Battlefront looming on the horizon like a fully-powered Death Star, we thought it was a great time to celebrate the previous major-console game in the series – and explore five top reasons we still love…
The Top 10 Fighting Game Villains of All Time
Sometimes, there really is no better cure for what ails you than slipping a fighting game into your console of choice and kicking some virtual butt. Whether you received a dressing-down at the office or just found yourself stuck in…
Halo 5: Guardians Preview
Without doubt, the Halo series is one of the biggest in the history of video games. Featuring a sci-fi heavy, action-packed concept, iconic characters, and fast-paced shooting, the Halo franchise has fans all around the world, and has spawned multiple…
PlayStation Plus Games for October
A new month means new free games over at PlayStation Plus. For October, PS Plus members can choose from six great titles to download, across PS4, PS3, and PS Vita – as always, the varied selection means there’s something for…
Xbox Live Games with Gold for October
October’s line-up of free games for Xbox Live Gold members has a slightly spooky Halloween flavour. How so? Read on! Xbox One From the 16th of October to the 15th of November, Gold members can get their hands on Telltale…
FIFA 16 Review
Platform: PC, Xbox One, PS4, PS3, Xbox 360 Developer: EA Canada Publisher: EA Sports Rating: 3+ The FIFA series has a long and proud history of satisfying football fans more than it disappoints – such stand-out titles as FIFA: Road…
Pro Evolution Soccer 2016 Review
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