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The new Switch (OLED model) with a product comparison chart overlaid on it
FeatureGuideMonday, 12th July 2021 by Welcome to my incredibly “scientific” and “ultimate” Switch model comparison chart

Still undecided on which Nintendo Switch to pick up? Mike has done some digging — and thinks he’s definitively ranked the three available models.

The Switch (OLED model) includes a wiiiiiide adjustable kickstand
Best ofFeatureGuideTuesday, 6th July 2021 by A deep dive into the Nintendo Switch (OLED model)

We’ve picked apart Nintendo’s press releases and spec sheets to bring you a closer look at the new Nintendo Switch (OLED model). So what’s changed?

A diagram showing Steam Remote Play streaming from a desktop PC to a laptop (or vice versa)
FeatureGuideTuesday, 6th July 2021 by Steam Remote Play: it just works (sometimes)

Steam Remote Play is amazing and ahead of its time — but maybe that’s part of the problem? Here are five things to try when your play… stops.

E3 logo
E3 2021FeatureGuideTuesday, 1st June 2021 by Take a look back at the weirdly-corporate juggernaut that was the E3 2021 schedule

This year’s E3 might be the busiest yet. Luckily, we’ve compiled the US and UK times for every show — so you can plan your life around the important ones.

Photo showing overcrowding at E3 2017
Best ofE3 2021FeatureGuideMonday, 31st May 2021 by “So, what even is E3, anymore? Does anyone still care about it? Is anyone even ‘doing’ it this year?” and other pressing questions

Poor E3 has been up against it, thanks to Covid, overcrowded convention centres, and reluctant publishers. Mike argues it’s still a big deal regardless.

A screenshot showing the Urbz's endearing, isometric pixel art style
FeatureOpinionTuesday, 12th March 2019 by The best Sims game is an oft-forgotten Nintendo DS title

Could an obscure Sims-series outlier — for an aging Nintendo handheld — really be the best game in the franchise? Matthew certainly thinks so.

A pixelated screenshot from Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney
Ace AttorneyFeatureSaturday, 9th March 2019 by In pictures: Phoenix Wright’s journey from 110p (no, really) to glorious Full HD

From the laughably tiny Java mobile game, to the laughably sloppy iOS collection — Mike takes a look back at the history of Phoenix Wright ports.

The cast of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
Best ofAce AttorneyFeatureWednesday, 27th February 2019 by Point-and-Click Syndrome and the Tomb Raider Conundrum

Matthew finally acquiesced to playing the Ace Attorney series… But were its Tomb Raider-esque batshit leaps of logic enough to sour the experience?

Defence attorney Phoenix Wright and spirit medium Maya Fey meet at the Detention Centre
Best ofAce AttorneyFeatureTuesday, 20th June 2017 by Exclusive: Acolyte Fey back behind bars after Grey Clinic boss allegedly shot by rogue spirit

Celeste Steel, Oh! Cult magazine’s news editor, reveals the inside scoop about Maya Fey’s upcoming murder trial — and its supposedly spiritual origins.

Junpei meets “Dancer” at the start of 999. Text in image: “Dancer: I guess there's another one of us now.”
Best ofFeatureThursday, 30th March 2017 by The Nonary Games’ Novel and Adventure modes completely change how 999’s story feels

The new story modes in 999 serve to speed up the storytelling — but Mike reckons they don’t do main character Junpei’s characterisation any favours.

Zero, the antagonist of the Zero Escape series
FeatureOpinionFriday, 24th March 2017 by You know what sucks?

Pricing disparity has reared its ugly head again with the release of The Nonary Games — and we’ve been screwed not once, but twice. Hmph.

A screenshot from Little Inferno. The player is burning a large pile of items.
FeatureGuideThursday, 16th March 2017 by Confirmed: Little Inferno coming to EU eShop next Thursday. Want it now? Here’s how to buy from the US store with your EU card

The UK keeps getting screwed, so thank goodness the Switch is region-free! We’ll tell you how to save money and get early releases from the US eShop.

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