Recent content by PCG Andy K

We've been debating (well, arguing) about the respective merits of turn-based versus real-time with pause combat in RPGs. And I'd be interested to hear your take, being the developer of a turn-based strategy game...

I got hold of an Oculus Quest recently and I'm amazed by how easy it is to turn it into a regular VR headset via Oculus Link. All you need is a long USB 3.1 cable and you're good to go. I'm currently enjoying L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files (perhaps a little too much), which currently isn't...

I have tried and failed to get into so many strategy games. I just don't have the patience for them. But recently I bought Endless Space 2 on a whim and found it surprisingly easy to pick up. It helps that the UI (and presentation in general) is so good. An unbelievably handsome game which...

Finally got around to playing The Outer Worlds and man, I am hooked. It's pretty basic in a lot of ways, but I kinda love that about it. It plays it safe in a weirdly comforting way. The writing is great, the quests have some interesting outcomes, and I love the atmosphere. It has that 'used...

I spent a few quid on the Chernobyl DLC for Spintires, which I wrote about for the site. It's really just the same old game in a new environment, with the addition of radiation pockets. But I love anything Chernobyl-related, and the environment gave me heavy STALKER vibes, so I don't regret the...

I got a lot deeper into this series than I expected, mainly because I decided to write recaps for every episode for PC Gamer. My main takeaway from the series is that I love the 'monster of the week' stuff (mainly that amazing episode with the striga), and while I enjoy the larger story, I'd...

I wrote an article on this very subject. https://www.pcgamer.com/the-lost-art-of-the-pc-game-manual/ A lost art!

My current setup. I like things tidy.

Just checked my playtime on the Rockstar Launcher. 74 hours. That's a lot of cowboying.

Alright, troops. I'm Andy Kelly, PC Gamer's Alien: Isolation editor. It's an unofficial title at the moment, but I'm pushing hard to get it recognised. Cheers.