Games
Resident Evil Village: Death Cults And Pandemic Paranoia
Fans will know that bio weapon paranoia has always been at the heart of Capcom’s Resident Evil franchise. Much more than a zombie shoot ’em up, its writers have been cooking up military-industrial schemes to infect the global population for decades. Whether it’s parasites, viruses or vaccines with unintended consequences unleashed on the local water supply, ‘Biohazard’ as the franchise is known in Japan is a conspiracy theorist’s wet dream. With its latest iteration being developed during the pandemic however, the content hit closer to home, giving a whole new meaning to ‘survival horror’.
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey: An Epic Journey through Ancient Greece
Assassin’s Creed is one of the most successful video game franchises of all time. Originally a spin off from Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, the game has pioneered new gameplay elements such as stealth and parkour in an open-world environment. Games within the franchise have covered a variety of historical themes including pirates, Ancient Egypt and most recently the Viking invasion of Britain.
Since the launch of the first game in 2007, which had some clunky gameplay mechanisms, Ubisoft has perfected the format to create a seamless experience with amazingly detailed worlds to explore. In 2018’s Odyssey, there is an incredible level of detail both visually and in terms of historical research. This game truly brings Ancient Greece to life – from its awe-inspiring buildings to the clothing, art, weapons and religious practices.
How I found peace in Red Dead Redemption
You might think Red Dead Redemption 2 is all gun slinging, gang rivalries and bar room brawls, but it’s not just for adrenaline junkies. It might not be as rejuvenating as a spa day or a yoga retreat, but these days you need to take what you can get.
Our main character Arthur Morgan is a simple man, and he knows how to enjoy the simple things in life. After a long day of fear and doom-scrolling, here’s how you can relax while exploring the world of the old Wild West..