06th Nov2017

First look at arcade racer ‘ONRUSH’

by Phil Wheat

Announced at Paris games Week Codemasters & Deep Silver will bring all-action, gravity defying racer ONRUSH to PlayStation4 and Xbox One, next year. Developed by the new Codemasters development team in Cheshire, UK (formerly Evolution Studios), the game is a celebration of sensational speed, outright fun and over the top spectacle. It’s not about racing […]

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06th Nov2017

‘The Spiderwebhouse (Im Spinnwebhaus)’ Review

by Rupert Harvey

Stars: Ben Litwinschuh, Lutz Simon Eilert, Helena Pieske, Ludwig Trepte, Sylvie Testud | Written by Johanna Stuttmann | Directed by Mara Eibl-Eibesfeldt We first see Sabine (Sylvie Testud) in happier times, frolicking with her three young kids: Jonas (Ben Litwinschuh), Nick (Lutz Simon Eilert) and Miechen (Helena Pieske). But Sabine, suffering with mental health problems, […]

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06th Nov2017

Pokémon Sun & Moon: Crimson Invasion expansion out now

by Kat Wheat

The latest expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Sun & Moon—Crimson Invasion, is now available in stores across the UK. With over 110 cards, Sun & Moon—Crimson Invasion focuses on the imminent battle for control of the Alola region and sees the Pokémon TCG debut of Silvally, Nihilego, Buzzwole, Kartana, Guzzlord, and Type: Null. […]

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06th Nov2017

365Flicks Podcast – Episode 93: Indie Talk w/Dave Hastings

by Phil Wheat

Here’s the latest episode of the 365Flick podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out previous episodes on Libsyn, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres. 365Flicks Podcast – Episode 93 Indie Talk: Sustain, House of Screaming […]

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03rd Nov2017

‘Thelma’ Review

by Matthew Turner

Review by Matthew Turner Stars: Eili Harboe, Kaya Wilkins, Henrik Rafaelsen, Ellen Dorrit Petersen, Grethe Eltervag, Oskar Pask, Steiner Klouman Hallert | Written by Joachim Trier, Eskil Vogt | Directed by Joachim Trier Co-written and directed by Norwegian filmmaker Joachim Trier (Louder Than Bombs), this compelling psychological thriller is part coming-of-age drama and part supernatural chiller, layered […]

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03rd Nov2017

New clip from The Simpsons doc ‘The Problem With Apu’

by Phil Wheat

With the documentary set to have it’s World Premiere at DOC NYC on November 14th, before screening across the US on truTV on Sunday November 19th, here’s a brand new clip from the highly-anticipated comedic documentary The Problem with Apu, which features interviews with Aziz Ansari, Kal Penn, Whoopi Goldberg, W. Kamau Bell, Aasif Mandvi, […]

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03rd Nov2017

Digital Shorts: ‘Revenant Saga’ Review (Nintendo Switch)

by Matthew Smail

In DIGITAL SHORTS we review some of the latest video games that are only available digitally (at least in the UK), in a short-form review format. In this edition we take a look at Revenant Saga, a new RPG available now on the Nintendo Switch. Whilst I’m a huge fan of the Nintendo Switch’s ability […]

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03rd Nov2017

Latest ‘Dragon Ball FighterZ’ trailer reveals more story details

by Phil Wheat

BANDAI NAMCO have released a new trailer that reveals the latest story mode details for Dragon Ball FighterZ, which will be launched on 26th January 2018 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. Check it out below: A new threat approaches when a troop of clones appear. Warriors suddenly start to fall unconscious with many […]

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03rd Nov2017

‘It Comes At Night’ Blu-ray Review

by Rupert Harvey

Stars: Joel Edgerton, Christopher Abbott, Carmen Ejogo, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Griffin Robert Faulkner, Riley Keogh | Written and Directed by Trey Edward Shults Ah, the thrill of plunging into a good movie with no prior knowledge. It’s rare, not simply because of the ubiquity of marketing material in the connected world, but also because said films […]

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03rd Nov2017

Sci-Fi Weekender 9 Update… More Guests, More Entertainment!

by Kevin Haldon

With a hiss of brakes, and a rush of steam, the next phase of SFW9’s launch is engaged. We have lots and lots to tell you, so settle down, grab your beverage of choice, put your feet up, and let’s go! That’s right folks… Its time to start planning for SFW9, coming to you next […]

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03rd Nov2017

‘The House’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Will Ferrell, Amy Poehler, Jason Mantzoukas, Nick Kroll, Jeremy Renner, Allison Tolman, Michaela Watkins, Ryan Simpkins, Jessie Ennis, Rob Huebel, Christina Offley, Rory Scovel, Lennon Parham, Cedric Yarbrough, Kyle Kinane, Andrea Savage | Written by Andrew Jay Cohen, Brendan O’Brien | Directed by Andrew Jay Cohen When Scott and Kate Johansen’s daughter gets into […]

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03rd Nov2017

Nickelodeon announces cast for ‘Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’

by Phil Wheat

Nickelodeon have today announced the voice cast, pictured above, of its all-new series, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a reimagining that follows the band of brothers as they encounter new allies and villains and discover a mystical world they never knew existed beneath the streets of New York City. The 2D-animated series stars […]

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03rd Nov2017

‘Willard/Ben Limited Edition’ Blu-ray Review

by Paul Metcalf

When people hear the Michael Jackson song Ben, many don’t know that it was written for a movie. With the remake of Willard, a lot of horror fans were made aware of the story of a boy and his rats. Now both are available in the Willard/Ben Limited Edition Blu-ray box set. Willard Styles (Bruce Davidson) […]

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03rd Nov2017

‘Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy’ comes to Mac, PC & Linux next week!

by Phil Wheat

Originally released for PlayStation 2, GameCube and Xbox in 2003 (US) and 2004 (EU, RoW), respectively, THQ Nordic announced today that Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy will find its way to PC/MAC/Linux on November 10th 2017.  Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is an original 3rd person action-adventure inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt. Travelling […]

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03rd Nov2017

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 200!!

by Phil Wheat

Emanating from their studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, The History of Bad Ideas sees hosts Jason, Jeff and Blake talk about all things geeky on their podcast. Whether it’s rumours of the latest comic book movies, debating who really is the worst villain of all time, discussing the latest comic issues or just wondering about life […]

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02nd Nov2017

‘The Villainess’ Blu-ray Review (2nd Opinion)

by Kevin Haldon

Stars: Ok-bin Kim, Seo-hyung Kim, Ha-kyun Shin, Jun Sung Bang | Written and Directed by Byung-gil Jung It’s been a while since a foreign language movie came out that truly blew me away, probably The Raid being the last one and we all know how much I gush over that movie. The Villainess brings us […]

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02nd Nov2017

‘Super Mario Odyssey’ is the fastest selling Mario game EVER!

by Phil Wheat

Super Mario Odyssey, which launched on Nintendo Switch on Friday 27th October, has become the fastest-selling Super Mario game ever across Europe, surpassing the launch weekend sales of Super Mario Galaxy 2. Mario’s latest adventure has also become the fastest-selling Nintendo Switch game in Europe, and globally, more than two million copies of the game […]

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02nd Nov2017

‘The Walking Dead 8×02: The Damned’ Review

by Paul Metcalf

When The Walking Dead focuses on action, it can feel strange. We’re somewhat used to an episode full of talking, then some action at the end. In The Damned though we are shown the repercussions of going to war with a view of taking no prisoners. With the plans of the Alexandrians, Kingdommers, and Hilltoppers […]

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02nd Nov2017

‘Cartoon Network: Battle Crashers’ comes to Nintendo Switch

by Phil Wheat

Maximum Games with GameMill Entertainment and Cartoon Network have partnered to launch Cartoon Network: Battle Crashers on Nintendo Switch. The side-scrolling action brawler, which originally debuted on PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo3DS, smashes together many of Cartoon Network’s biggest characters in an outrageous beat ‘em up adventure that’s fun for all ages. When Uncle Grandpa […]

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02nd Nov2017

‘Deliver Us (Liberami)’ Review

by Paul Metcalf

Whether you are religious or not you’ll have heard of exorcism and the role it plays in the Catholic Church. While it has made its way into popular culture with the likes of The Exorcist it is still a practice that is used to “rid” people of demons. Deliver Us is a documentary that gives […]

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02nd Nov2017

Luke enters the Millenium Falcon in new ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ TV spot

by Phil Wheat

Star Wars: The Last Jedi, written and directed by Rian Johnson, is set for release in December – so of course now is the time that publicity for the film ramps up… Which leads us to this, a brand new TV spot – which aired during the World Series in the US – for the […]

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02nd Nov2017

‘This is the Police’ Review (Nintendo Switch)

by Matthew Smail

The low-fi graphics and simple, intuitive game play make This is the Police an excellent choice for adaptation to Nintendo Switch. The game is good too, with a gripping, mature story about a Police Chief on the verge of retirement and his dealings with the various factions that hold power in the city, all of […]

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