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This week we’re having a Heavy Rain special wherein Sam, Archie and Arthur discuss their unique endings, plot twists and control issues. A massive Spoiler tag on this one, if you are thinking about playing Heavy Rain, do that first otherwise this will spoil pretty much every twist and important event in the game.

Independently made games are often known for their smart ideas, artistic execution and bucket-loads of charm. It’s probably also safe to say that they equally come with a lack longevity, the odd technical hitch and a general lack of overall polish. The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom, however, is different. Don’t get me wrong it has [...]

Playstation 3’s seem to be suffering from some March Madness as all around the world people are waking up to faulty systems. Originally thought to be a Playstation Network error, the system has been affected by supposed leap year issues as apparently this is the first even non-leap-year year the system has been out.
Even playing [...]

Could someone name another form of entertainment that has important releases to look forward to every fortnight?
I’m really struggling here. That’s struggling with both the question and the number of games to keep up on. Not that I’m complaining, it’s been great, hasn’t it?
I hope everyone enjoyed the packed month that was February. We’ve had [...]

QuanticDream have been attempting to turn games into involving and engaging interactive pieces of entertainment for the best part of thirteen years now. However, instead of a case of unlucky thirteen, it’s more like third time lucky because after two largely flawed, albeit compelling and well-realised attempts, they may have finally achieved their Holy Grail.
To [...]

Mass Effect 2, Bioshock 2 and well… that’s about it but you will hear what a Nidzumi planning meeting sounds like as the traditionally structured and preplanned podcast gets un-organised. Who would have thought?

My name is Sam Morris, and I have a problem with Football Manager 2010…

Welcome to the first ever edition of Reloaded Questions, a sporadically updated column where we debate specific areas of our industry. This week Sam Morris and Daniel Lipscombe debate whether Grand Theft Auto 4 succeeded in what it attempted.
Sam Morris: I see you’ve taken Vice City to your deserted island. As far as GTA goes, [...]

Everyone who played the first Bioshock still remembers their first encounter with a Big Daddy. So why is it that finally having the chance to play as one feels so underwhelming?

My name is Steven Wright, and I have a problem with Marble Blast Ultra…