A code was provided by the publisher for the purpose of this South Park: Snow Day! review. Unlike The Simpsons, which faded into cultural obscurity thanks to its notable decline in quality, South Park has weathered the storm in a way that alludes most animated comedies. With 26 seasons under its belt, it’s almost surprising […]
This The Iron Claw review contains spoilers. Do you believe in curses? What was it Shakespeare said? “There are more things there than there are actual things you can see with your eyes”… Maybe that’s not the exact quote. Let me preface this review by saying that the whole Downtime Bros team saw The Iron Claw […]
This The Promised Land review contains spoilers. Ever wanted to see a film that’s like Rob Roy mixed with an early stage Minecraft session? Then, dear readers, have I got the movie for you. The Promised Land (also known as Bastarden) is a film about what a man will do in order to achieve what […]
A code was provided by the publisher for the purpose of this Tekken 8 review. Tekken holds a special place in my heart. I’ve played them all, having first been introduced to the series with Tekken 3 in the late-90s. And it wasn’t long before I’d sought out and played its predecessors. My fascination continued […]
The Gemtones Play True Wireless Earbuds were provided by Speck for the purpose of this review. This article contains affiliate links. In the competitive landscape of wireless earbuds, Gemtones Play True Wireless Earbuds emerge as a contender that seamlessly blends style and practicality at an affordable price point. Let’s delve into the features that contribute […]
The Presidio2 Pro iPhone case was provided by Speck for the purpose of this review. This article contains affiliate links. In the realm of iPhone cases, the Speck Presidio2 Pro emerges as a stylish sentinel, not just safeguarding your device but doing so with a conscious nod to the environment. Let’s unpack the features that […]
This The Zone of Interest review contains minor spoilers. The Zone of Interest released in the UK earlier this month and is directed by Jonathan Glazer. While it’s a co-production between the UK, United States, and Poland, the film is almost entirely in native German with snippets of Polish and Yiddish mixed in. It tells […]
The Presidio2 Grip iPhone case was provided by Speck for the purpose of this review. This article contains affiliate links. These days, our iPhones are practically an extension of ourselves, capturing moments, connecting us to the world, and even serving as our daily assistants. In the fast-paced world of tech accessories, finding the perfect case […]
This Silent Hill: The Short Message review contains minor spoilers. Will Silent Hill ever move out of P.T.‘s shadow? The Short Message, the first new Silent Hill game in ten years, has me worried that the series is bound to be forever trapped by the spectre of Hideo Kojima’s masterpiece. It tries desperately to imitate […]
This True Detective: Night Country episode two review contains spoilers. Due to a much-enjoyed trip Stateside, this review is a few days later than planned but I’m happy to see that the excitement around True Detective: Night Country has continued and my extended wait for this week’s outing didn’t fall flat. Thanks to revelations in […]
Netflix original shows and movies are hit-and-miss these days. But the streaming giant continues to excel when it comes to true crime documentaries. American Nightmare is Netflix’s latest addition to its impressive true crime catalogue. This three-part docuseries comes from the people behind The Tinder Swindler, which was released in 2022 to widespread acclaim and […]
This True Detective: Night Country episode one review contains spoilers. The first season of HBO‘s True Detective was one of the last great series in the Golden Age of Television that kicked off with The Sopranos. Starring Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey as Marty Hart and Rustin Cohle, respectively, it received widespread critical acclaim and […]
Ready or Not has proven to be a divisive game and it’s easy to see why. In the years that have followed the murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin, police-related media has faced increased scrutiny. Yet, Ready or Not – a SWAT simulator – has disappointingly little to […]
This Fool Me Once review contains minor spoilers. Harlan Coben adaptions are something of a Netflix staple at this point. It seems that every other month a new one pops up. The latest offering is Fool Me Once, an oddly-titled but intriguing thriller about a PTSD-stricken former soldier played by Michelle Keegan. Keegan stars as […]
This Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III campaign review contains minor spoilers. I would love to sit here and write that Modern Warfare III had a lot of potential. But that would be disingenuous. According to reports, the latest Call of Duty began life as a stopgap expansion for last year’s Modern Warfare II. It […]
A code was provided by the publisher for the purpose of this Assassin’s Creed Mirage review. It has been a long road for Assassin’s Creed. The original, which came out sixteen years ago, inspired a wave of sequels. Some of them were great, others were good, and a few were just OK. But one thing […]
A code was provided by the publisher for the purpose of this Amnesia: The Bunker review. The name “Amnesia” feels like a relic from the not-so distant past of horror games. The first game is regarded as one of the scariest of all-time. And while subsequent entries in the series haven’t quite reached the lofty […]
It’s the most talked about game of the year. But what did we make of it?
This The Last Of Us season one finale review contains major spoilers for the TV show and games. Last year’s hit new TV show was HBO’s House of the Dragon. That series was an adaption of George R. R. Martin’s novel Fire and Blood. The general consensus was that the show significantly improved over its […]
This Atomic Heart review contains minor spoilers. Anything that launches against a game as well-received and popular as Hogwarts Legacy is bound to be in for a tough time – but Atomic Heart has a lot going for it. Between its breathtaking setting, uncanny valley robot foes, and fantastic visuals, there is so much to […]
