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Tom has been involved in the games industry for over a decade, mostly writing about it or struggling to sell Indie games. Loves reading, writing, hunting Capcom’s fiercest monsters and watching baseball.

Having joined the site in 2011, Tom took over as Editor three years later, ably steering the good ship Nintendo Life through the Wii U waters and safely into the Switch era. He now serves as a Producer at PM Studios.

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  • News The Laugh Factory is Bringing the Humour to PS3

    Tickling PS3's funny bone/processor

    While most time spent on a PS3 may be for playing, you know, games, the system has undoubtedly become an all-out entertainment hub since it launched. Sony has now announced another service that's almost guaranteed to amuse: The Laugh Factory. For those that don't know, The Laugh Factory is a comedy club in...

  • News Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault Features Tower Defense

    As well as online, unlockables and more

    Ratchet & Clank: Full Front Assault hits PSN this fall, and developer Insomniac Games has taken to the PlayStation blog to share some details. Aside from the series-standard third-person gameplay and variety of crazy weapons, this new entry has a twist: tower defense. As well as tackling invasions in...

  • Store Update 17th July 2012 (North America)

    Dyad, zombies and more zombies

    Today marks the arrival of Dyad, an intriguing title with trippy visuals to make your eyeballs pop. There's also some zombie action and a heck of a lot of DLC to choose from, so let's get right to it. PS3 Full Games: Crysis 2 – Maximum Edition (Includes Add-Ons) ($29.99) Aliens are decimating New York City, with a...

  • News Massive Uncharted 3 Patch Arriving Mid-August

    'It’s not a unicorn, it’s Godzilla'

    Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception is one of PS3's must-have, gold-standard titles, but that doesn't mean that developer Naughty Dog isn't still striving to improve it and give us even more to enjoy. The studio's Eric Monacelli has posted a new blog post promising that the update will offer major improvements to...

  • News Sleeping Dogs Trailer Shows Off All Star Cast

    Square Enix going big

    If you're going to release a big budget open-world title, then you may as well go for the big time and invest some serious cash. That's clearly the attitude that Square Enix has taken with Sleeping Dogs, formerly True Crime: Hong Kong that was dropped by Activision. The latest trailer for the title, due to hit North American...

  • News Battlefield 4 Beta Confirmed for Autumn 2013

    Pre-order bonus with Warfighter

    EA's battle with Activision for the action-FPS crown means that it's already following its rival's release tactics. Activision alternates between different CoD mini-franchises each year (Modern Warfare/Black Ops etc), and EA moves from Battlefield to Medal of Honor, this year being the imaginatively titled Medal of...

  • News Lara Croft: Guardian of Light and Saints Row 2 Next for PlayStation Plus Giveaway

    More Instant Game Collection goodness

    Playstation Plus has always been a highly attractive option for those able to join in, and the Instant Game Collection has only improved the package, with select games available as free downloads for limited periods. Though these downloads would no longer be yours if you left the service, they're free, so who's...

  • News Resident Evil 6 Features Nude Female 'Human-Spider' Boss

    When zombies aren't enough

    After an impossibly long period of hype, the October release of Resident Evil 6 seems to be relatively close. There's been plenty revealed in recent weeks, along with footage of the game itself, but it seems that the American ESRB has gone into some of the reasons for giving the title a 'mature' rating, with one in...

  • News Machinarium Pointed Towards PS Vita

    Point and tap

    We've known for a while that the quirky point-and-click adventure Machinarium is coming to PS3, though it's been a long wait so far. This title arrived on PC in October 2009, while Apple, Blackberry and Android platforms have all received the game in the last year. While the waiting goes on, it seems as if Sony gamers will get their...

  • News EA Wrestles UFC From THQ

    Into the cage

    At tonight's press conference, EA has confirmed that it has obtained the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) licence from THQ. The publisher previous released an MMA title which had a mixed critical reception, but will hope for better form with the well-known fight sport. There were no date or platform details confirmed, but we can...

  • Feature Round Table - What We Expect From Sony At E3

    Time to bring it

    So E3 is almost upon us. The LA extravaganza will no doubt bring all of the hype and big reveals that we’ve come to expect over the years, but what will we see from Sony? We’d expect a big push for Vita to kick-start the system, while PS3 still has plenty to offer. Sony has also stated it won’t be unveiling PS4, but will it...

  • Store Update 2nd May 2012 (Europe)

    Awesomenauts, Skullgirls and free Frobisher Says! included

    It's PSN update day here in Europe with a lot of content for your consideration, some of it free. Let's get started. PS3 Games: Awesomenauts (Trial also available)It’s the year 3587; conflict spans the stars. Huge robot armies are locked in an enduring stalemate. In their bid for galactic...

  • Store Update 1st May 2012 (North America)

    Awesomenauts, Mortal Kombat, Max Payne and more

    It's time for another PSN Store update, North America, and it's a typically eclectic mix of fun, light-hearted titles alongside grizzly, violent classics. Without further delay, let's get into it. PlayStation Plus: Early Access:Pixel Junk 4am Closed Viewer BetaVelocity (Free PS mini)Free Downloads:Aw

  • News SingStar Dad Raises £2,800 for Hospital, Breaks World Record

    A song to remember

    Earlier this year we brought you news about Julian Hill, a Dad who was planning to complete a 24-hour SingStar challenge for charity, specifically raising money for London's Great Ormond Street Hospital as a thanks for the life-saving operation provided to his baby daughter. The great news is that this challenge has now been...

  • News New DmC Devil May Cry Trailer Brings the Pain

    It's also very loud

    Details of the most recent Capcom 'Captivate' event are doing the rounds, including a brand new trailer for DmC: Devil May Cry. At the event itself members of the development team unveiled a new level that takes place at a carnival: it involves Dante facing off against a demon, which isn't surprising. The trailer is below and...

  • News Warren Spector: PS3 Version of Epic Mickey 2 "Isn't Just Up-Rezzed"

    Not just a HD port

    The news that Warren Spector's Junction Point was focused on the Wii version of Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two, with PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions being developed by UK-based Blitz Games, may have led to worries that PS3 could see a bare-boned HD port. As Spector explained to Eurogamer.net, however, a 'virtual team'...

  • News Sony Tempts Japanese Gamers With Free 4GB Vita Memory Card

    Sweetening the deal

    While positive noises have been made about the Vita's early sales in North America and Europe, there's been little hiding the fact that it's enduring a tough spell in Japan. It seems that gamers in Sony's homeland are happier to buy a PSP or, in even greater numbers, a 3DS. Despite this, it can't be said that Sony isn't trying...

  • News God of War 'Demake' Now Available

    Free for PC

    The God of War series is arguably amongst the best-known franchises on PlayStation 3, and one recent release that has grabbed our attention is an 8-bit re-imagining of these titles' universe. It may seem like an unlikely project, but that's exactly what indie developer Holmade Games has produced. The indie developer decided that it...

  • News Runner 2 Delayed Until November

    It's a bit of a trip up

    Sony gamers have enjoyed some spectacular and exclusive download titles, though the BIT.TRIP series from Gaijin Games is perhaps one group of Wii exclusives that will have attracted envious glances. Thankfully, the developer's latest title, Runner 2 - Future Legend of Rhythm Alien, is confirmed for the PlayStation Network, so...

  • News Lollipop Chainsaw Boasts Some Killer Voice Talent

    See how many names you can recognise

    Lollipop Chainsaw promises to be one of the most memorable PS3 titles this year, with over-the-top violence and humour that we can't wait to take for a spin. While in the act of carving up zombies it's always a bonus if the storyline and voice-acting keeps up, and according to a press release it looks like it'll...

  • News GAME Won't Stock Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City or Ninja Gaiden 3

    Confirmed by the publishers

    UK Retailer GAME has missed out on a number of big releases in recent weeks as a result of losing its credit insurance, as negotiations with publishers and distributors have continued to break down. As the company reportedly seeks buyers, its been confirmed that two more high-profile PS3 titles won't be stocked by the...

  • News Sony Admits that It Could Have Done Better with Move

    Still being worked on

    When Move was released for the PS3, it offered an experience similar to the Wii Remote and Nunchuk, but ultimately with superior and more accurate technology. In an interview with Official PlayStation Magazine, however, Sony UK VP and MD Fergal Gara has admitted that it hasn't been as big a success as Sony hoped, and that...

  • News Metal Gear Solid HD Collection Rated for Vita

    Sneaking into view

    The release of Metal Gear Solid HD Collection on PS3 was given a warm welcome by fans of the series. Combining three top-class games in one package is never a bad thing, as our Metal Gear Solid HD Collection review explains. Now that Vita is on the scene with capabilities that are comparable, in some respects, to PS3, it's...

  • News MotorStorm RC Free For U.S. Vita Owners

    Tough luck, Europe

    The release of Vita has coincided with a revamped digital strategy, with a clear aim that certain experiences and titles will be available for low, if not smartphone-low, prices. Great news for gamers, though Vita owners in the U.S. are getting an extra treat this week. It's been announced on the PlayStation Blog that Motorstorm...