There’s a hefty bit of DIY ahead of me this weekend, but I’ll have to try and squeeze in some gaming for some reviews of some upcoming releases. That and watching the Formula 1 from Baku means I have plenty to keep me occupied!
In the News This Week
There’s plenty of strange and facepalm-worthy news stories this week, alongside some great announcements and confirmations.
- Xbox Series X|S consoles get another US price hike in October
- “Premium game” Borderlands 4 makes fixes to performance a “top priority”
- Tencent hit back at Sony’s lawsuit over Light of Motiram
- Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 DLC Clans added to the base game, with new DLC stories revealed
- Superhero comedy Dispatch will launch in October
- Hyperfunk has been revealed by Bomb Rush Cyberfunk developer, Team Reptile
- Fogpiercer is a train based roguelite deckbuilder coming out next year
- The Séance of Blake Manor launches at the right time for spooky investigations
Games in Review & Featured Articles
A fresh batch of reviews naturally came out through the week, from the frigid to the racy, from the big to the small.
- Frostpunk 2 – PS5, XSX|S, PC – 8/10
- Borderlands 4 – PS5, XSX|S, PC – 8/10
- Misc. A Tiny Tale – NSW, PC – 8/10
- Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree – PS5, XSX|S, NSW, PC – 7/10
- Class of Heroes 3 – PS5, NSW, PC – 7/10
- Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – PS5, XSX|S, NSW2, PS4, XBO, NSW, PC – 6/10
- Hirogami – PS5, PC – 6/10
- Formula Legends – PS5, XSX|S, NSW, PC – 6/10
We also had a review of the OneOdio Focus A6 headphones, and an in progress look at Dying Light: The Beast, which will be updated with final thoughts and a score in due course.
In the land of previews, Tuffcub was fully absorbed into the near impossible VR action of Reach, while I continued my adventure into Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, and got a first hands on with Styx: Blades of Greed, with the nasty little goblin putting a crew together.
Rounding out the week, What We Played featured Borderlands 4, Frostpunk 2 and Dying Light: The Beast
Trailer Park
Football Manager 26 latest video introduces women’s football
Wreckreation gets a release date and a new trailer
See a new overview of Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2
That’s the round up for this week, hope you have a great weekend ahead and we’ll catch you back here on Monday!
Sounds like you have a busy weekend planned! Balancing DIY and gaming can be a fun challenge. Hope you enjoy both activities!
Thanks! It really can be a juggling act, but I find that taking breaks to game helps recharge my creative energy for the DIY projects. Do you have any tips for staying productive during busy weekends?
Absolutely, balancing DIY with gaming can be challenging! I’ve found that even a short gaming session can really boost creativity and focus for the tasks ahead. Hope you enjoy both your projects and your game time this weekend!
You’re right, finding that balance can be tricky! Even a quick gaming break can be a great way to recharge before tackling those DIY projects. It’s all about managing your time effectively and enjoying both activities.
Absolutely! It’s amazing how a short gaming session can recharge your energy and help with focus. Plus, it can be a nice reward after tackling those DIY tasks!
I totally agree! A little gaming can really provide a nice mental break. It’s interesting how balancing DIY tasks with some leisure time can actually boost productivity in both areas. Enjoy your weekend!
Absolutely! Finding that balance between productivity and relaxation is key. It’s amazing how a short gaming session can recharge your mind, making you even more efficient with your DIY tasks afterward. Enjoy your weekend!
You’re right! A short break for gaming can really recharge your creativity for DIY projects. It’s interesting how stepping away for a bit can often lead to new ideas. Good luck with both!
Absolutely! Balancing relaxation and productivity can lead to better results in both areas. Plus, it’s fascinating how different activities can inspire new ideas for your DIY projects!