Adding a TP Link Adapter To An Existing Power Line Network To Hard Wire PS5 & Mirror It On Chiaki4Deck 🛜 @TPLINKGaming

Rich needs to stabilise his PS5 Internet connection to enable him to play his PS5 on his Steam Deck using Chiaki For  Deck. The answer is to use an additional Powerline adapter on Rich's existing TP Link Powerline Network and then connect the Powerline via ethernet cable to his PS5. Hopefully this creates a stable internet connection to improve the performance on Chiaki 4 Deck.

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Rich's Top 10 Video Games Podcasts in 2024 🎮🎙️🕹️ #PodCasts

I plough many hours per week into listening to video games podcasts as I love to keep up to date on the latest video games news and views. The first video games podcast that I discovered a while back now was the Giant Bomb Bombcast in 2015 which I used to listen to on the commute into work and on the way back home as it was a healthy 2.5 hours listen. Despite various changes to personnel that is still my beacon in the light of podcasts but over the years I have discovered an array of supporting video games podcasts that I love to listen to on a weekly basis which means that I have something cool to listen to whilst doing boring work (it really does take your mind of menial tasks)

5 years ago I did a Top 5 Video Games Podcasts article that is a snapshot in time (2018) of what I was listening to at the time but since then I have expanded my listening habits to a Top 10 of Video Games Podcasts, so lets take a look at what Pods invade my ears each week...

Trust Gaming launches its Redex II Wireless Gaming Mouse 🐁 @TrustGaming

Crafted from 55% recycled plastics and with ultra-low latency, it is easy-to-use and a great upgrade to a gaming setup

Leading digital lifestyle accessories brand, Trust Electronics Ltd, is pleased to unveil the latest addition to its gaming arsenal, the Trust GXT926 Redex II Wireless Gaming Mouse. Designed to take the gaming experience to unprecedented heights, the Redex II combines cutting-edge technology with sustainable materials to offer gamers unparalleled performance and style. Compatible with Windows 10 and 11, the Redex II is the ultimate gaming companion for enthusiasts. The Trust GXT926 Redex II Wireless Gaming Mouse is available from Argos for £24.99. 

Shadow Of The Depth PC Gameplay "A Really Nice Feeling Run Based Action Game" ⚔️🏹 @ChillyRoom #IndieGame #GameDev

Rich enters the dungeon to sample Shadow of the Depth which is a top-down action Roguelite game.

Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!

GEOMETRY SURVIVOR Xbox Series X Review 6.5/10 "Geometry Wars + Vampire Survivors" 🕹️ @brainseal #IndieGame #GameDev

Most people of a certain age remember the first Geometry Wars and/or its sequels. Classic twin-stick shooters in a wireframe world, the original was an Easter egg in Project Gotham Racing, back when developers occasionally did that sort of thing (Galaga on the loading screen for Tekken springs to mind).

Flash forward to today, where devs happily mine old and new concepts for inspiration. Geometry Survivor, at its most basic, is a mash-up of Geometry Wars and modern single-stick auto shooters. If you’ve played the excellent Brotato, or the quirky-yet-great Vampire Survivors then you know what I’m talking about. In fact, Geometry Wars plus Vampire Survivors gets you, well…you can see where I’m going with this.

How Have Online Slot Games Changed In Recent Years? 📺🎰

Slot games have been a staple of the gambling industry for decades, but in recent years, they’ve undergone significant transformations. From advancements in technology to changes in player preferences, online slot games have evolved in various ways, some of which have managed to completely change the online slot experience. 

In this article, we’ll explore how online slot games have changed in recent years and what these changes mean for players like you. Let’s jump right into it. 

KingsGrave PC Gameplay "The King Is Alive....Long live The King!" 👑🪦 @alawarteam #IndieGame #GameDev

 

Rich gets a warm Welcome to Kingsgrave which is a gloomy adventure inspired by the classic Zelda games. 

Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!

Wipeout – CoLD SToRAGE: The Zero Gravity Soundtrack Review By Britt 💿🎶 @LapsusBarcelona #Vinyl #VideoGameVinyl

A truly seminal and timeless soundtrack, sought after for years, Wipeout has finally been brought into the hands of fans by Lapsus records, and it is absolutely worth the wait.

Composed by Tim Wright (A.K.A CoLD SToRAGE, a fellow Welshman) for the 1995 video game Wipeout, a futuristic racer with a heavy focus on music and atmosphere, the Wipeout soundtrack has some key tunes that will be instantly familiar to anyone who has played the game. It’s a creation of many iconic images, from the font through to the colouring, shape of the crafts that the player races, the names of each fictional company, the flow and weave of the in-game courses, and of course, the music. 

TMNT Wrath Of The Mutants PS5 Gameplay 🐢 🍕 @GameMillEnt #TMNT

 

Rich plays Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of The Mutants on the PS5. This is the 2017 arcade classic from Raw Thrills with 3 additional stages and 6 additional boss battles! Take control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael in this classic beat-em-up inspired by the cult favorite Turtles in Time. Play with your friends through local co-op and dominate the Foot Clan to foil the Shredder’s maniacal plan. • Re-experience the Classic Arcade Game: with 3 additional stages and 6 additional bosses never-before-seen in the classic 2017 arcade • Play as the 4 Turtles: From the 2012 cartoon featuring Leo, Mikey, Donnie, and Raph. Dominate the hordes with your favorite Turtle • Defeat Waves of Enemies: battle through 6 stages including Dimension X and Coney Island, 13 boss battles on your way to defeat your arch-nemesis Shredder in his own lair • Unleash Turtle Power: a special super attack unique to each Turtle that devastates waves of enemies; Summon mutant support to clear enemies by picking up a special collectible • Local Co-Op: Play with a friend in 4-player local co-op

Yellow Taxi Goes Vroom PC Gameplay "Mario 64 Meets Micro Machines" 🚖 🚕💨 @someawesomeguys #IndieGame #GameDev #N64

Rich jumps into the Yellow Taxi Goes Vroom and attempts to navigate hand-crafted retro worlds without a jump button in this vibrant love letter to the N64 era of 3D platformer
collectathon video games.

Spirit City: LoFi Sessions Gameplay Video "A Soothing LoFi Productivity & Focus Tool" 🦄 @wearemooncube #IndieGame #CozyGame #LoFi #GameDev

Rich slides into Spirit City: Lofi Sessions which is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lo-fi soundtrack. Discover and collect Spirits, customize your cosy virtual space, and facilitate your real-life tasks with a collection of handy features designed to improve concentration and ease stress.

Persona 3 Reload PS5 Review 9.5/10 “A Kind of Magic” 🏫🎒 @Atlus_West #Persona3

Persona 3 was my first experience with the Persona franchise, I remember picking it up on release day, I had no idea what to expect but it was a JRPG - so it didn’t matter, for I consumed anything in that genre. What followed after playing it was a deep love, I thought it was awesome, stylish, cool, and featured a story that to me - at sixteen - felt very adult, tackling some deep issues through the lens of youth, and it resonated with me.

Then, eleven years later Persona 5 was released and it became one of my favourite gaming experiences ever, it is a top 3 game for me and I will gush about it any time I can. So, when this remake was announced I was beyond excited, it was going to be Persona 3 with the Persona 5 coat of paint - how could it not be awesome?

Rauniot PC Gameplay "A deep and Dark Post Apocalyptic Point N Click Game" 🔧☢️ @ActNormalGames #IndieGame #GameDev

 

Rich jumps into the world of Rauniot which is an isometric post-apocalyptic point and click adventure game which takes place to Northern Finland.

Spear Master Nintendo Switch Review 7.5/10 "Worth a Chuck" 🏹 @OsarionGames #IndieGame #GameDev

Clearly taking inspiration from arcade classic Pang!, Spear Master is a smooth, charming, and unfussy game that works just as well in solo play as it does with friends.

As the Spear Master, you are guided by your father in the ways of the spear, through over one hundred levels, you – and up to three other players – will traverse the islands, popping the bubble threat that invades your lands. 

Boulies’ Top Gaming and Office Chairs are Now Available on Amazon 💺 @BouliesChairs

 

Boulies range of gaming and office chairs is now available to buy on Amazon! GamesRadar has already named the Ninja Pro the top pick for the best gaming chair overall. Additionally, Pocket-Lint placed it among their top five gaming chairs, and T3 suggested the Master Series might be the best gaming chair yet. Meanwhile, The Independent labeled the Elite Series as the "Best big gaming chair" in its Best of list, all of which highlight the range's quality. Boulies Master Series 2024 and Master Max Gaming Chairs – Available on Amazon from £309.99

Outer Terror Nintendo Switch Video Review 7/10 "A Set of Distorted Pixelated Nightmare Hellscapes" 📺 @VoxPopGames #IndieGame #GameDev

DON’T DIE as you assemble a ridiculous arsenal of weapons and desperately hold out against massive hordes of creatures pulled from a variety of classic horror genres reminiscent of 80s and 90s Golden Age comics and B-movies in this stylish action-packed arcade roguelite.

VIDEO REVIEW 👇

West Hunt Nintendo Switch Review 6/10 🤠 @SnailGamesUSA #IndieGame #GameDev

There are plenty of online games out there for you to have fun -both solo or with multiple people -and I think with some many porting to handheld devices, you might get a bit flustered about which ones to choose from. Hopefully, after you see this review of West Hunt on the Nintendo Switch, you might have a clearer mind in terms of what you may choose.

GameSir unveils the pinnacle of budget-friendly controllers: Nova and Nova Lite 🎮 @mygamesir

The latest additions to GameSir’s gaming controller offering feature multi-platform compatibility, anti-drift Hall effect sticks and tri-mode connectivity for an elevated gaming experience

GameSir, a leading brand in gaming peripherals, introduces the GameSir Nova and Nova Lite, two revolutionary multi-platform gaming controllers that redefine the gaming experience. Featuring cutting-edge technology, including anti-drift Hall effect sticks and tri-mode connectivity, these controllers offer unparalleled precision, versatility, and affordability. Embracing the motto “Just In Game”, GameSir is dedicated to providing gamers with a superior gaming experience through its exceptionally cost-effective controllers. 

The GameSir Nova is available for £39.99/$35.99 from Amazon UK, Amazon and the GameSir website, whilst the Nova Lite is available for £29.99/$24.99 from Amazon UK,  Amazon and the GameSir website.

Games Freezer Podcast Episode Two: 10 Year Anniversary Special - Part 2 - 03/04/24 "Let's Finish These Questions!" 🎙️🧊 #NewPodcast #IndieGames #RetroGaming

Rich and Britt step back into the Freezer for more podcast shenanigans, questions and video games chat to the finish!

Games Freezer Podcast Episode One: 10 Year Anniversary Special - Part 1 27/02/24 "Atari XEGS Instead Of A ZX Spectrum +2" 🎙️🧊 #NewPodcast #IndieGames #RetroGaming

Rich and Britt sit down to talk about the first ten years of Games Freezer and have their first ever discussion since Britt came on board in 2016! 

We cover all sorts of video games subjects across our persoanl experiences and attempt to cover 20 questions (spoiler alert we only get to question 7 and will need a Part 2)

The Antidote To Sterile Open World Video Games ⚔️🔥🐲 @DragonsDogma #Dragon'sDogma2

My story starts with a trip back in time to September 6th 2023 which was Starfield’s release date.

Anticipation and expectation was high. I was ready to explore a new galaxy and create new stories in a sandbox world from Bethesda.

Fast forward 4 weeks into playing Starfield and it was about then that I realised that no matter how much I wanted Starfield to be fun and engaging, it just wasn’t to be. The exploration was boring, the space travel was paint by numbers and most of the missions were rinse and repeat. Looking back now, I think it was probably focus tested to within an inch of its life and suffered from being too safe and trying to be too many things to too many people.

Now fast forward to the 22nd March 2024. Starfield had been put down and my Game Pass membership had been deactivated (I bought game pass specifically to play Starfield).

What’s that in the distance?

Dragon’s Dogma 2 Xbox Review 9/10 "The most fun I’ve had in a single player game in 2024" ⚔️🐲🔥👹 @DragonsDogma #DragonsDogma2

As someone who is – and will be forever – drawn towards single player RPGs, The last few months have been very, very fun. I’ve played three games that stand out in my mind for different reasons, and between them cover a lot of the main points that appeal to me about the genre at its core.

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden won me over with its understated characters, music, atmospherics and earthiness, whilst Outcast: A New Beginning featured incredible traversal mechanics and lore, and now Dragon’s Dogma 2 – and out of the three, this is the title that I, by far, have the strongest history with – comes blazing out of the gate with its main strengths being in how much it embraces and excels at being a video game, completely nailing combat mechanics and explosive, immediate gameplay.

It’s a game that is a pleasure to write about, and I feel like I could just list all of my in-game experiences to get my point across because there are so many personal stories to tell, all through a design sentiment that eschews seriousness to put fun and gameplay at the absolute fore.

Underspace PC Game Gameplay "You're going to need a bigger ship." 🚀🪐 @trainwiz #IndieGame #GameDev

Underspace is billed as the spiritual successor to Freelancer with a Lovecraftian, sandbox RPG twist. Explore a vast handmade universe that includes online multiplayer and mod support. You're going to need a bigger ship.

Bang On Balls - Chronicles Nintendo Switch Review 8/10 "a unique, content-packed, open-world sandbox adventure" 🚀🌌🌎 @bangonballs #IndieGame #GameDev

Are you looking for a thrilling 3D game that you can enjoy with your friends?

If so, then Bang-On Balls: Chronicles may be just what you need.

It is a unique, content-packed, open-world sandbox adventure that offers multiple elements such as combat, platforming, character customization, and a scavenger hunting experience.

Bitmap Books – The Unofficial N64: A Visual Compendium Review By Britt 📚📖 @bitmap_books #Retrogaming #N64

The last Bitmap Book release that we covered here at Games Freezer was the incredible From Ants to Zombies: Six Decades of Video Game Horror, a book that could very well be – and indeed is - one of the best gaming-related pieces of literature that I’ve ever had the pleasure of inhaling.

It’s a slight change of pace here, from the many forked branches of horror through to a visual compendium focused on the much beloved fan favourite Nintendo 64, whether through many a blistering, thumb-stick breaking multiplayer session of Goldeneye, marvelling at Mario in 3D, or zooming across Hyrule Fields in Zelda, there are millions of memories out there that began with that trusty trident controller in-hand.

Streets of Rogue 2 | Gameplay Trailer | Demo Announced For June Next Fest 🦍 @madguy90 @streetsofrogue @BrittRecluseuk #IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameNews

Publisher tinyBuild and solo indie developer Matt Dabrowski revealed the Official Gameplay Trailer for Streets of Rogue 2, an upcoming open-world RPG sandbox hitting Steam Early Access in 2024. 

The ambitious, over-the-top sequel to the critically acclaimed 2019 rogue-lite with more than 1 million copies sold, Streets of Rogue 2 invites players to embark on an unforgettable, endlessly replayable adventure in its crazy, immersive, and absolutely unpredictable open world, solo or with friends via co-op.

Lexip™ Follows the Way of the Ninja, Bringing its Stunning Range of Licensed Naruto™ Shippuden Accessories to UK Gamers 🖱️🎧🎮 @LexipMouse

 Available in the UK For the First Time, the New Lexip™ Range Brings Quality and Innovation to Gamers with Hardware Designed in Collaboration with Tsume® Art

Lexip™ a leading manufacturer of high-end PC and console accessories, part of the Pixminds® group, announced today the UK launch of a new range of Naruto™ Shippuden licensed accessories, designed in collaboration with Tsume® Art, a world-renowned design agency specialising in the creation of quality products inspired by the world of manga, anime and video games.

The new licensed range of Naruto Shippuden accessories, marks Lexip’s first foray into the UK hardware scene, after long being established as a leading brand of choice by gamers across Europe and North America since 2018. Known for thoughtful design, state-of-the-art features, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Lexip is pleased to be bringing a full range of products to UK gamers, starting with the Naruto Shippuden range which marries their signature quality with stunning artwork led by Tsume Art.

Outcast: A New Beginning Xbox Review 7.5/10 "An Outcast No More" 💥🌴 @OutcastGame #IndieGame #GameDev

I’ve had a spotted history with Outcast, when it was originally released in 1999, I played it briefly over a friend’s house and was entranced by the world conjured and possibilities laid out. The unfortunate thing was, I didn’t have a PC that could really get the most out of it at the time, and I fell away from it – assuming that I’d return soon – but the next time I spent any time with the game was when I picked up Outcast: Second Contact in 2020, and, revisiting the game so long after release highlighted the sheer scope and imagination of developers Appeal Studios, along with the unavoidable fact that the design and mechanics were lodged in a transitory period of the third-person open-world genre, and had aged appropriately.

Thus, when I caught wind of this new entry in the franchise- pseudo-reboot, pseudo-revising, pseudo-revisiting pseudo-sequel – call it what you want – I was glad to discover that I feel that this I finally the most complete, accessible, and wonderful way to know the story of the impossibly named ‘Cutter Slade’, and appreciate the full scale of the dev’s vision. A vision set into motion almost thirty years ago.

CONTRA: Operation Galuga PS5 Quick Look Gameplay "Hell Yeah Brother." 🔥 @ContraSoldier

The legendary Contra series returns! Rich tries to get to grips with this reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s featuring new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!

Demons of Asteborg DX: a new game for GBA & Neo-Geo By NeoFid Studios ⚔️ @DAsteborg #IndieGoGo #GameDev #IndieGame

 

As you probably already know, NeoFid Studios are passionate about creating games for retro consoles, they've proved themselves on the Megadrive, and now it's time to broaden their horizons.

We are delighted to announce that their very first game, Demons of Asteborg, is back in a remastered version for the GBA and NeoGeo. 

Thanks to the power of these two machines, they'll be able to make a game that's even more beautiful, more colourful, better balanced, and very generous in additional content!

Each version of the game will have its own exclusive level, and the NeoGeo version will feature a brand-new two-player mode!

ARIO PS5 Ten Minute Taster Quick Look Gameplay "Inspired By Prince Of Persia?" 🏰🏦 @Artax_Games #IndieGame #GameDev

Ario is billed as a thrilling adventure where your crossbow and skills will determine the fate of your people.

Join Rich in a fantasy land plagued by nightmares with a common lad trying to rescue his missing mother and an evil forces conspiracy to be unveiled.

Unstoppable PC Review 5/10 "You play a bicycle courier, tasked with delivering a mysterious package to a skyscraper" 🩸🔨 @unstoppable_go #IndieGame #GameDev

When I saw the trailer for Unstoppable, I thought “smacking things with hammers and crowbars until they die – right up my alley!” and eagerly volunteered to review the game.

But we all make mistakes. 

Saviorless Nintendo Switch Ten Minute Taster " A Beautiful Experience On My Creaking Switch" 📖 @jonomatusky #IndieGame #GameDev

 

In Saviorless Rich embarks on a journey to The Smiling Islands, the realm of the Saviors, where an enigmatic guide beckons. The seasoned narrator has shared this story countless times, yet none have graced the miraculous land. Can you seize your narrative and ascend as a Savior?

Welcome to ParadiZe Xbox Series X Review 6/10 "More PontinZ than ParadiZe" 🐘 #IndieGame #GameDev #PvE #Zombies

Welcome to Paradize promised a lot of zany zombie shenanigans through its trailer, but unfortunately the released game feels a watered down version of what could have been, and as the core gameplay loop is so well-worn, there’s not enough to really suck players in and chew the meat from the bones of their expectations.

I first caught wind of Welcome to Paradize a couple of months ago, and having been on a bit of an isometric / action run recently I was quite keen to start smashing and blasting some zombie heads, whilst the survival and crafting elements seemed accessible enough to have fun with, without getting bogged down in menus etc.

CRKD™ Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of Hellboy™: Announcing Special-Edition Collectible Controllers 👹 @crkdgg

CRKD™, the premium collectible brand behind the award-winning Nitro™ Deck, NEO S™ and recently announced Nitro™ Deck+, announced today a creative collaboration with Dark Horse Comics®, bringing the beloved Hellboy™ series of comics to life via a stunning range of themed Nitro Deck and NEO S themed controllers.

 

Overseen by Hellboy creator Mike Mignola, the special-edition range has been meticulously crafted to celebrate the 30^th anniversary of Hellboy with artwork sourced from the comic book Omnibus Volume 1, Seed of Destruction, by Mike Mignola and John Byrne, immortalizing key moments from the Great Beast’s history.

Bio, Inc Review By Dr Congo Fighting "It’s Kill or Cure" 🦠 @DryGinStudios #IndieGame #GameDev

Let’s just address the elephant in the room. About a decade ago, a game called Plague, Inc came out. It was published by Ndemic Creations, and it was a smash hit. In it, you played the part of a disease, with your aim being to wipe out humanity by evolving various symptoms, and trying to beat to the punch a global effort to create a cure. 

Bio, Inc is not that game, and nor is it a sequel. Neither is it made by Ndemic Creations, instead coming out of software house DryGin Studios. However, it is (to me, at least) a spiritual successor to Plague, Inc and shares a lot of its mechanics (and both have shared origins as mobile games), but with a few significant differences. It’s hard not to make comparisons between the two games, but I’ll do my best. Because I love you. Anyway, elephant done. 

BIGBIG WON Launches the Gale Wireless Controller, Packed with High-Performance Features at an Affordable Price 🎮 @bigbigwonJP

 

Featuring Motion aiming, Hall-effect trigger, 4 custom buttons, 

12-bit ADC and 2000 levels Axis-Resolution

BIGBIG WON, a pioneer in gaming accessories, today announces the release of its Gale Wireless Gaming Controller. This state-of-the art controller is designed to elevate the gaming experience to unprecedented heights with a range of high-end features despite its affordable pricing. It also supports multiple platforms including Windows PC, Android, iOS and Nintendo Switch. This versatile controller boasts an array of advanced features that cater to the needs of both hardcore gamers and casual gamers alike.  

The Gale is available in two colour options (black or white) for RRP £49.99 from Amazon UK and $39.99 on Amazon. It is also available as a combo with a charging dock for RRP £59.99 on Amazon UK and $59.99 on Amazon.