Christmas is a time to come together with the people you care most about, whether that’s your family, significant other or friends. So what better way to celebrate the holiday season, and embrace the most wonderful time of the year, than to whip your grandmother’s butt at a trivia challenge, wreck her at racing or out-cook her in the kitchen? Suck it, grandma. Yes, Christmas is a time to get together, but there’s nothing like a bit of chaotic fun to spice things up a bit and potentially ruin friendships forever – and if that’s what you’re after, then look no further, as we’ve put together this list of the 10 best party games to play as a group this Christmas.Overcooked 2Preparing Christmas dinner is a certified nightmare. You can be sure that either the turkey won’t be defrosted, or that you'll neglect to turn the oven on to pre-heat, or you'll forget an integral part of the feast. Overcooked 2 is equally as chaotic and … [Read more...] about Best party games to play this Christmas
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TechRadar’s ultimate Christmas guide: have yourself a very techy Christmas
It's the "most wonderful time of the year" according the the late, great Andy Williams, and we'd like to think that's partly due to all the festive features we have lined up at TechRadar (as well as caroling and toasted marshmallows).Although you don't have to worry about us turning up outside your door for a festive sing-song, we are here for all your wintry tech needs and really, that’s the best Christmas gift of all.Whether you’re looking for the latest essential tech reads, advice on how to set up your new gadgets, or you’d like help making it through the Boxing Day sales without feeling like you’ve gone three rounds with Rudolph, TechRadar is here to help. Read on for everything you need to know to make sure this Christmas is the best one yet.Gifting guidesIf you're still looking for the perfect piece of tech to gift this year, it's not too late. Whether you'r eon the hunt for a snazzy new pair of headphones for the music lover in your life or a fantastic … [Read more...] about TechRadar’s ultimate Christmas guide: have yourself a very techy Christmas
Best iPhone and Android party games to play with your family this Christmas
Update: Now with more party games to help you get through the Christmas season with festive cheer.You’re full of turkey, you’ve had a fair few alcoholic drinks and you’re drowning in wrapping paper, but then someone in your family plucks up and says, “shall we play a game?”It’s then you realize all that’s on offer is Monopoly – which is set to last until at least midnight – or it's a case of making conversation with those around you, so what if you had some party games ready and raring to go on your phone?For that exact reason we’ve put together this guide to the best party games you can play this Christmas. We’ve included games that work on both iPhone and Android phones as well as tablets, so this should be a good mix of titles for you to choose from.Escape TeamPlayers: 2-4Price: Free + IAPEscape Team sees you working in a team to solve puzzles against the clock. These might involve translating Morse code, arranging … [Read more...] about Best iPhone and Android party games to play with your family this Christmas
Red Dead, Tomb Raider, and Smash Bros.: Here are the games to play this fall
Every fall a new roster of gaming goliaths slugs it out for dominance in the pre-Christmas rush of major releases, and 2018 is no different. This year sees new entries of massive annualized shooters, an obligatory Assassin’s Creed, as well as long-awaited new additions to the Smash Bros. and Red Dead Redemption series. There are a handful of smaller titles still pinned to 2018 but floating without specific release dates—like Kentucky Route Zero, Wargroove, and Sunless Skies—but it’s also pretty likely those games will scamper to the safety of 2019, where they don’t have to tussle with the giants of fall. Here, then, are the games that we’re making time for in a crowded couple of months. Marvel’s Spider-Man September 7—PlayStation 4 Despite a few occasional dips and downturns, Spider-Man has always played well with games; his signature fighting style lends itself to fun, fleet combos, and there are few ways to get around an open-world … [Read more...] about Red Dead, Tomb Raider, and Smash Bros.: Here are the games to play this fall
Holiday Gift Ideas for Gamers: Xbox 360 Games
Sorting through the multitude of holiday releases for Microsoft’s Xbox 360 console can be a daunting task even for a gamer. For those looking to choose a gift for the video game player in their life, it can be a near impossibility. Any gamer finding one of these five games under their Christmas tree is sure to be pleased. All are excellent, well-reviewed titles, rated in order of their overall score on the game-review collecting site Metacritic. Gears of War 2 The sequel smashed hit. This third-person shooter pits Marcus Fenix, one of the humanity’s last survivors, against the Locust horde that threatens to eradicate the human race. Gears of War 2 features co-op gameplay and an innovative cover system that creates a visceral sense of danger for players. Excellent competitive online multiplayer is a huge part of this game’s appeal. Gears of War 2 is a perfect gift for any fan of the original Gears of War or Halo 3. Gears of War 2 has a Metacritic score of 93 out of … [Read more...] about Holiday Gift Ideas for Gamers: Xbox 360 Games