Ben Stevens

Such an excellent film. Fans of horror, rejoice, cause Smile 2 takes everything from the first movie and shifts it up by two gears. The jumpscares certainly got me and you'll almost never expect when they are going to appear. It should be said there are some really grizzly scenes and if you're squeamish to horror, stay away, this movie isn't for you. Everyone else, this movie is amazing and one you shouldn't miss. Heck, it's a good contender for a Halloween watch.

This movie is both based and baked. If you need a reason to see it, this is your reason. You won't regret it.

I'm no stranger to Helldivers. I played the first entry and HD2s spin has been a hit with everyone. Yeah, everyone loves Helldivers 2. The TPS gameplay is amazing and it definitely is an upgrade over the first. A perfect sequel of course. I don't know about you though, but has your game been a glitchy mess? Cause that's my experience. Don't get me wrong it's fun, but I have encountered too many problematic glitches during my playthrough. It's a huge problem too, considering people look down upon rage quitting. I would like to apologise to all the players that have encountered me "Rage quitting" because I'm not actually rage quitting, MY GAME CRASHED. These are among a lot of errors I've encountered in the game. Some of my more notable glitches I've had the great pleasure of seeing: Teammates getting stuck on my hub. This has happened to about 8 people. Crashes mid game Getting soft locked under the extraction dropship. I'm not writing this to sway your opinion from this game, but I'm gonna wait until it's stable because I can't play it while it's so glitchy. It's great when it works huh? Too bad I can't say the same.

The Creator was a really nice movie. Definitely check it out.

I remember the good ol days of Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. The dated mechanics, yeah, might not be easy to get back into, I mean, I don't know if there's even any multiplayer left to be honest, but it was my introduction into a series like no other. It was special. I have very fond memories, like my favorite great sword, the commemoration sword! And having that high ranking. Remembering my first rookie mistakes like mismatched armour and beating the dalamadur for the very first time and soloing it, for the very first time! Those were the days... But, now we have a new generation of monsters to hunt in Monster Hunter Rise!!! Ok, first cracking into the series is definitely not easy. It's essentially a game that centres it's enemies like bosses. In other words, it feels like you're only fighting bosses. (I mean, you can do other quests to kill smaller monsters, there's always those quests and you'll always start with them.) So Monster Hunter Rise is set in the village of Kamura, a small village in (Insert map location here.), and you've finally graduated your hunter training! Now, it's time to work. (Sorry, I know it's a bad story explanation, but I don't want to spoil everything and I feel like I've spoiled enough already.) You'll be pitted against Izuchi, Khezu, Zinorgres and Nargacugas, all of which won't go down without a fight. Pick your weapon! Your potential arsenal includes dual blades, long swords, gunlances, switch axes and hammers! (That's only a portion of the weapons included. There are many more.) My personal favorite is the Charge blade. You won't always have to fight alone. You have palicoes, cat's that fight alongside you and palamutes that you can ride like horses and can also fight alongside you. There's also wirebugs you can use to traverse terrain and you can also utilise them for mounting and riding monsters. For newcomers from previous titles, what is this? You don't have to straight up topple them? YOU CAN RIDE THEM?! Why, yes you can! You can launch monsters into walls or use them to attack other monsters! Professionally using this to your advantage can change everything during a hunt. For me though, I don't aim to mount them. No, it's not because... Yes. It's because it's difficult with my weapon... For people from previous titles, what monsters can you hunt? Well, personal favorites from past titles include: The bubble dragon, Mizitsune, Arzuros, Zinogre, Tobi-Kadachi, Pukei-Pukei, Barioth and Tigrex. Now, for a few downsides... 1. Colour variant monster's aren't in this game 2. There's no G rank. Yet. 3. There's a lot of grinding involved. 4. The village quests stop at low rank. 5. Long swords. (Had to put a meta joke in.) 6. No voice chat. (This one doesn't hit me hard though, I hate using mics.) For newcomers, Monster Hunter Rise can initially be a challenge, but the good news is, it's the easiest MH game. For veterans and pros, it combines the new with the old but never forgets what made it good. 9.2/10

Coming back to the good old nostalgia rush that is Jak II Renegade, I was delighted and annoyed to a point of fury. The elements make for an enjoyable game, but, no one could realize how freaking hard it is! Ok, sounds noobish, but, I really mean it. Some of the sections are going to be really difficult if this would be your first playthrough. An example is the sewer escort mission. But, the story surrounding Jak and Daxter make being knocked down and getting back up worth it. This is an old game and playing this while growing up gives me a happy reminder of what used to be. I recommend this if you're feeling pretty masochistic or want an excellent challenge.

Don't listen to the critics. They may claim they know this movie, they don't. Why? Because this movie is really good. My optimism did pay off this time. Sonic was portrayed very well. This movie has a very vibrant energy from it and for a Sonic context, that's exactly what it needs. Man, Sonic hasn't been this good since 1994. (Well, it's had it's ups and downs) Fans of the series will be way more engaged though. There is references everywhere. We finally needed a gaming film to break ground and Sonic, like always, did it in style. Jim Carry is also making a comeback people. This time around however, Dr Robotnik is not showcased as a mad scientific loon, but as an arrogant, mad, scientific loon. Carry gives Robotnik so much life in this adaptation. I was hoping however, that Tails would be featured, but that's not the case. And there is (mini spoiler) a scene that involves flossing. I don't like flossing. Alas, nothing is perfect. The best part? This movie is awesome, pays homage to the series and you can bring the family! Guys, I recommend this if you have no idea to watch something. 8.7/10

I'm going to be honest, I hate open world games that feel scarce. It somewhat makes it lonely. But that's not a major determining factor here. The major determining factor for this game is to climb and kill your giant enemies. You are armed with a sword and a bow. And set forth you ride as you are tasked with the impossible: Kill to bring back the one you love. (In the game, not real life. I will limit the spoilers down greatly. Don't worry, I won't ruin it) So, why am I playing this despite it's abandoned feel? Because a giant a day, something something yay... Whatever. It's a good game, and it is beautiful. Not gonna hide, but falling the giants sometimes feels sad. And felling some of the colossi is damn well gratifying! See, don't run into this game expecting extreme forefront action. The action flows naturally. Stop and stay for a while as well! It's certain to please! 8.5/10

Playing Risk of Rain 2 is a lot like life. You will die, failure is inevitable and the milestones are to always be celebrated. You get good at it, and have your bad times. And only certain people "get" it. For new players (Like me) You will start off as a commando. Twin pistols, what could be better? And you have to find a "teleporter" The atmosphere and environments are fun, even when you're being chased by enemies, which will happen a lot. Oh, one more thing, this game is based on something called "rogue," meaning if you die, you die. That's why I said this game is like life. Gotta admit, it's a pretty good life. 9/10 Kinda sounds off putting don't it? Eh, you've played RPGs before. What's gonna stop you now?