We here at GF will always champion local co-op. Recently we’ve been treated with awesome titles such as Heave Ho 2, Wobbly Life, Basureroes: Invasion (which I’ve just played through for the second time – adore that game!) and others – and Brave Escape is most certainly closest to Heave Ho in that list, leaning as it does on absolute cohesion between the two players. Playable both online and in…
Black Flag was my favourite game of the pre-Origins games. I've always been on the side that actually preferred the series after the shift to a more open-world RPG style; looking back now, I kinda see why, as this game introduces things that would later become staples of the newer direction. That’s not to say that I don’t like the original stuff - Assassins Creed 2 is great - but for some reason I…
Image Credit: Unsplash You've poured countless hours into making that pixel-perfect platformer or chiptune-filled RPG, and that's an amazing achievement. But what if your passion project could also bring in some money? It's easier than ever to monetize your retro game creations. This can help fund your next project or even turn your hobby into a full-time job. This guide will show you how to start…
The Ninja‑Soaked 80s & 90s: My Favourite Childhood Ninja Video Games Growing up in the 80s and 90s meant that as a kid, you thought that Ninjas were the coolest things in the world. In fact, if someone described you as a Ninja, it generally meant you were great at something. “He’s a Ninja at playing rounders!” Being the epitome of cool meant that Ninjas were a pervasive part of 80s culture and…
Cultic PS5 Review – A Modern Classic Drenched in ’90s Horror Vibes Cultic is a game that was on my radar for years; its visuals and gloomy demeanour calling to mind Monolith’s monolithic macabre magical masterpiece Blood, a title that is never far from my mind! Comprised of two lengthy chapters, Cultic is an FPS set in the 1960s in the town of New Grandewal. You play a detective who follows leads…
Heave Ho 2 Is the Gold Standard for Modern Party Games I covered the original Heave Ho back in 2019, and even then I was the steamboat captain of the good ship Le Cartel Studio. They had gifted the world Mother Russia Bleeds – an incredibly bleak and satisfying side-scrolling brawler that was not for the faint of heart (or stomach) – and whilst Heave Ho was very much a change in direction, I…
Rich steps into the neon‑drenched nightmare of Netherveil City as he dives into the first 40 minutes of Celestial Return on PC. This cosmic‑noir adventure blends detective storytelling, dice‑driven choices, and a stunning manga‑meets‑American‑comics art style that hits you right in the eyeballs. In this opening chunk, we meet Detective Howard, explore the city’s grimy underbelly, roll dice to…
GX Trust Auron: A Lightweight, Plug‑and‑Play Powerhouse for Gamers and Podcasters A desktop microphone perfect for gaming and podcasting, the GX Trust Auron USB Gaming Microphone features phasing RGB illuminations, a solid lightweight stand, built-in pop screen, and a silent instant mute button. I used the Auron for a few episodes of my recent podcast recording, and was deeply impressed by what it…
Step onto the forgotten front of WWI and follow Fisher, Gordon, and Lonnie as they leave their quiet Newfoundland harbour behind for what they believe will be a short adventure… only to find Gallipoli waiting with dirt, loss, brotherhood, and a touch of madness. The Caribou Trail is a visceral first-person narrative experience inspired by real testimonies from the Great War. In this gameplay…
Another Car Boot Sale adventure, and this one delivered BIG! Join Rich for his 19/07/2026 haul as he digs through the stalls and uncovers a cracking mix of PC games, Xbox titles, and some proper retro ZX Spectrum books that sent Rich's nostalgia levels into orbit. From modern bargains to vintage gems, this haul has a bit of everything. If you love retro gaming, boot sale treasure hunts, or just…