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DS London Nintendo Podcast #41: Cheeky Nintendos

The Switch London Nintendo Podcast is the official Podcast for the Switch London social group. Running for over 10 years (formerly as DS London), they hold twice monthly gaming social events at popular gaming hangouts across London. Find out more on their …

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What’s Up XTRA: Eddie Nestor, comedy acting and life in Hackney

This item was filmed as part of the Sky One-commissioned show, What’s Up. You can find more of their videos here. Eddie Nestor is a veteran sketch comedian and radio host, currently appearing on BBC London 97.9 radio station. This video clip …

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Everybody has a story – Comedian Matt Price on the art of storytelling

This feature was written and shot for What’s Up, found here. When it comes to live comedy, everyone is familiar with stand-up – but storytellers are bridging the gap between poets and comedians, providing an entertainment experience like no other. What’s Up …

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Review: Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate

This review was originally written for 3DS Blessed, found here. Videogame sequels walk a tightrope – especially ones in popular series. Developers have to decide if they want to build upon the past experience or forge a new one, and both choices …

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What makes us scream? We get strapped in to test the science of fear

This feature was originally written for the Daily Star (and an alternate version for the Daily Express). A BRAVE Daily Star Online reporter gets turned into a lab rat in the name of weird science. I have always loved horror films and …

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iTunes Festival 2014: Mary J. Blige steals hearts with timeless hits at the Roundhouse

This review was originally written for the Daily Star, found here. R&B queen Mary J Blige can always be counted on to pack out a concert — and fans both new and from her 90s heyday packed in to see her at …

Forget scouring the high street – PRINT yourself a pair of heels or pants!

This feature was originally written for the Daily Star, found here. IN THE future rather than trawling the rails in Topshop or Primark you’ll be able to instantly print yourself an outfit! Amazing, right? We get the lowdown at London’s 3D Print …

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Subversion Through Destruction: Embracing The Queer Power Fantasy

This feature was originally written for One Hit Pixel and can be found here. Sometimes you just feel like breaking something. Sometimes, you’ll feel better once you’ve absolutely dominated your aggressors, laid waste to the weak, and are told that you’re a …

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Duelling In The Digital Age: Hearthstone And Online TCGs

This feature was originally written for One Hit Pixel, found here. Throughout my years, I’ve been a big fan of trading card games. From playing Pokémon in primary school though to drunken nights of Magic: the Gathering at university; it’s something that …

Ludum Dare, Indie Games, 10 Seconds, Pizzapocalypse 20XX

Truth or Ludum Dare: How I Survived the Game Jam

This feature was originally written for One Hit Pixel, found here. Over the last month, I have transformed. I went into the cocoon as a mere journalist, and emerged as something strange, new and beautiful. A games developer. The best part is, …

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Review: Soul Sacrifice Delta (Vita)

This review was originally written for One Hit Pixel, found here. The Monster Hunter series sitting in Nintendo’s pocket left a hole in the PlayStation Portable’s heart. Monster Hunter’s style of mission-based multiplayer (often called Hunting Action) was a major draw to …

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Review: Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII (360/PS3)

This review was written for One Hit Pixel, found here. At the Yusnaan Colosseum, the crowd roars as I face off against my final opponent. Me: dressed in a dramatically tailored purple suit, hefting a katana twice my size. Him: a 10 foot, ornately …

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