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James Bentley

Former Staff Writer

About James Bentley

James Bentley is a freelance writer / editor / musician who has had a deep love of games ever since his childhood. This love had led him to chase a career in writing about games, leading him to work in NME, GamesRadar and, most importantly, TechRaptor. 

James loves indie experiences and huge RPGs. Anything that will take them 100 hours to finish or will confuse them will eat up all their time. James believes in the power of story and also believes games have the ability to tell stories that no other medium can. 

If you have a new indie game coming out that aims to make him cry, there's a good chance he's already got it on his list. 

Articles by James Bentley


Total Articles: 135


Such Art: Genius Artist Simulator
Preview

Such Art: Genius Artist Simulator Made Me Feel Good For Making Bad Art

Such Art: Genius Artist Simulator has just launched into early access and it brings with it tonnes of charm and genuine moments. Here's our preview

July 19, 2021 | 10:30 EDT

PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller For Nintendo Switch
Review

PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller For Nintendo Switch Review

The PowerA fusion pro wireless controller for Nintendo Switch is a great controller with just a few small things that let down its premium design

July 15, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

Unexplored 2: The Wayfarer's Legacy
Preview

Unexplored 2: The Wayfarer's Legacy is Already Incredibly Ambitious

Unexplored 2:The Wayfarer's Legacy has just arrived in Early Access but it already has the foundations to be one of the best indies of the year

July 5, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

Razer Iskur
Review

Razer Iskur Review

The Razer Iskur is a premium chair at a premium price. Coming in a nice weight and size, there are only a few features that spoil that great look.

June 22, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

Chicory: A Colorful Tale
Review

Chicory: A Colorful Tale Review

Chicory is a wonderful, creative outing that is as grounding as it is it bursting with charm

June 18, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

To the Rescue
Preview

To the Rescue is Ruff but Incredibly Charming

To the Rescue is an animal shelter simulator coming out later this year. Here are our thoughts on what we've played so far

June 14, 2021 | 04:57 EDT

Genki Shadowcast
Review

Genki Shadowcast Review

Your experience with the Genki Shadowcast won’t be perfect. With a noticeable but not awful latency and a fairly limited app, its flaws are worth knowing before going in. If you can stomach that, this is an easy device to recommend.

June 11, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

Overboard!
Review

Overboard! Review

Overboard! is an excellent exploration of the whodunit genre that is both grounded and willing to do whatever it likes. This, in turn, makes it incredibly likable.

June 10, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

Magic: The Gathering Strixhaven
Guide

Magic: The Gathering Strixhaven - Set Impressions and Guide

Strixhaven is that push I wanted from Kaldheim and its something I can’t wait to follow next. 

June 7, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

Nacon Pro Compact
Review

Nacon Pro Compact Review

The Nacon Pro Compact attempts to offer elite functions at a cheap price. Does it pull this off or come across a little flimsy?

June 5, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

Cloudpunk City of Ghosts
Review

Cloudpunk - City of Ghosts Review

City of Ghosts almost feels more like a sequel than a DLC, with new storylines and surprisingly long playtime. If you liked Cloudpunk, this is a no-brainer. If you loved Cloudpunk, you'll like what it has to offer.

June 5, 2021 | 10:00 EDT

Resident Evil Village
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Resident Evil Village Review

I got a story as confident as it is weird. I got a cast of characters with blistering charm. I got an experience that moved from the stuff of nightmares to the stuff of dreams — weird, haunting, and maybe a little deeper than I originally gave it credit for. I got a Resident Evil game. And it might be one of the best so far.

May 31, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

The Longest Road on Earth
Review

The Longest Road on Earth Review

The Longest Road on Earth works like a video game Rorschach test. You paint a little of yourself onto the canvas of the story and that, in turn, is what you get from it.

May 27, 2021 | 10:00 EDT

Flexispot Ergonomic Gaming Desk
Review

Flexispot Ergonomic Gaming Desk Review

The Flexispot Ergonomic Gaming Desk is a huge lumbering piece of furniture but the many little features have added a lot to my everyday experience. If it's the kind of thing you’re looking for, it's hard not to recommend.

May 24, 2021 | 10:30 EDT

PowerA Fusion Pro Wired Xbox Controller
Review

PowerA FUSION Pro Wired Xbox Controller Review

The PowerA FUSION Pro Wired Xbox Controller is an excellent replacement to an elite controller with a few caveats that hold it back from being the obvious best in the market.

May 13, 2021 | 12:30 EDT

Mamiya
Review

Mamiya — A Shared Illusion of the World's End Review

Sometimes, Mamiya gets you to analyse yourself in ways that are uncomfortable but those moments of clarity bring the narrative back down to a place that’s as fascinating as it is haunting.

May 2, 2021 | 11:00 EDT

PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller
Review

PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch Review

The PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller doesn't feel like a controller designed for professional play or hardcore enthusiasts. It's a light and comfortable controller that adds to any game, the perfect fit for Nintendo

April 29, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

Legend Of Keepers
Review

Legend of Keepers Review

Whilst Legend of Keeper's set up is good, little actual dungeon management and a fairly samey gameplay loop leaves the dungeon feeling a little unexplored.

April 29, 2021 | 09:00 EDT

Immortals Fenyx Rising: The Lost Gods
Review

Immortals Fenyx Rising: The Lost Gods Review

The Lost Gods is, by far, the most adventurous DLC and the most fascinating to play but it’s still bogged down in the same mistakes made before it. This is absolutely the DLC you should play but it's still not as fun as the base game.

April 28, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

untitled goose game vinyl
Feature

Game Grooves: Exploring the Untitled Goose Game Vinyl

In Game Grooves, we explore physical gaming soundtracks to tell you what makes them special. Today, we look at the Untitled Goose Game Vinyl.

April 22, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion
Review

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion Review

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is certainly not bad and has some genuine charm but the incessant need to add jokes to everything leaves the experience feeling a little taxing.

April 22, 2021 | 03:15 EDT

Turtle Beach Stealth 700
Review

Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 Review

The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 gen 2 is excellent at a reasonable price and has since become my go-to headset. I’d advise picking this up whenever you can and maybe just testing it first. 

April 21, 2021 | 12:00 EDT

Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro
Review

Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro Review

With the Vulcan TKL Pro, Roccat has adapted the original Vulcan in a few meaningful ways that make this a much more appealing choice, regardless of the compact size.

April 19, 2021 | 01:00 EDT

Vokabulantis
Feature

Vokabulantis and the Language Barrier: How It Broke Through

Although language is incredibly important to the foundation of Vokabulantis, it appears to be a smokescreen for something more intentional, something more tender.

April 19, 2021 | 12:00 EDT