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Hellblade II as Solo Journey Through Viking Lore and Psychosis

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Due to Euro, Dusseldorf is consumed with all things football; so much so, that even die-hard fans require a respite; that's where Senua's Saga: Hellblade II comes into the picture and captures my interest. While you might expect another Viking epic from Senua's Saga: Hellblade II - with bearded dudes wielding swords - Hellblade II offers more than meets the eye; it offers psychological depth which leaves us questioning our reality itself! Are We Playing Together or Not? Euros and Difficulty Considered Let's be clear; Hellblade II may not be for everyone. Much like Germany needs a strong strategy to win its championship match, you need to come prepared to handle what Hellblade II throws your way. Be warned - Hellblade II can be dark. Not in an "evil overlord wants to take over the world" way but instead in terms of Senua's inner struggle; therefore this may not provide the same light-hearted distraction after an exciting Germany match as something more re...

F1 24: Simulation for the Picky Driver

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Not long after experiencing the dramatic Canadian Grand Prix action with real F1 engines rumbling loudly in my ears, I dove headfirst into F1 24 as an F1 racing sim enthusiast and motorsport journalist. I have not written a piece on racing games since " Best Two and Four Wheels Racing Games " a while ago. Curious to see whether its visual representation could capture all of its sensory stimulations as well as the technical details of the real racing simulation, I approached F1 24 with a keen interest - eager to experience its visceral thrill and technical intricacies for myself as it was happening each season first-hand! Beyond the Glitz: Authenticity or Arcade Disguise? F1 24 is no mere arcade racer masquerading as an authentic simulation experience. If you're one of those advanced fans who buy F1 24 PS5 for its authenticity, you won't be disappointed. From Melbourne's opening corner, F1 24's handling model provides a serious attempt at duplicating the com...