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Lost In Culture / 25th October

Can you feel that chill in the air? The lingering anticipation creeping down your spine? It’s not a stray spirit or wayward witch – it’s this week’s Lost In Culture! Can you feel that chill in the air? The lingering anticipation creeping down your spine? It’s not a stray spirit or wayward witch – it’s this week’s Lost In Culture!

October 25, 2021 October 25, 2021 2 reactions

Lost Pages [002]

Check out this piece, fit for spooky season, by the awesome Fred Campbell! Just one page pulled from a comic book that doesn't exist in our dimension... Most intriguing. Check out this piece, fit for spooky season, by the awesome Fred Campbell! Just one page pulled from a comic book that doesn't exist in our dimension... Most intriguing.

October 24, 2021 October 24, 2021 2 reactions

Cheaters Never Prosper

Have you ever cheated? In a game I mean, let's not go THERE! Jeez... James explores why using cheat codes and exploits sucked all the fun out of Minecraft for him. Have you ever cheated? In a game I mean, let's not go THERE! Jeez... James explores why using cheat codes and exploits sucked all the fun out of Minecraft for him.

October 23, 2021 October 23, 2021 1 reaction

Michael Recommends... Sketches for (My Sweetheart The Drunk)

Michael really likes music, so much so that both his recommendations so far have been for albums. This time he's taken it to the next level with an in-depth exploration. Michael really likes music, so much so that both his recommendations so far have been for albums. This time he's taken it to the next level with an in-depth exploration.

October 21, 2021 October 21, 2021 2 reactions

Lost In Culture / 18th October

Boo! We’re back with an extra-spooky Lost In Culture, full of ghoulish games and macabre movies to sink your teeth into this Halloween. Boo! We’re back with an extra-spooky Lost In Culture, full of ghoulish games and macabre movies to sink your teeth into this Halloween.

October 18, 2021 October 18, 2021 2 reactions

Joshua Recommends... The Circle

Give a warm welcome to Joshua, who will be recommending you new media one Sunday every month! This time, he has some lovely words to say about 2013 novel The Circle! Give a warm welcome to Joshua, who will be recommending you new media one Sunday every month! This time, he has some lovely words to say about 2013 novel The Circle!

October 17, 2021 October 17, 2021

Cult Cast Ep. 09 - Konami Re-emerge & Axiom Verge

Sorry we're late, but better late than never right?! Nate is joined by Jason and first-time Cult Caster Joshua to discuss the latest gaming news. Sorry we're late, but better late than never right?! Nate is joined by Jason and first-time Cult Caster Joshua to discuss the latest gaming news.

October 17, 2021 October 17, 2021 Contains audio

A Mainstream Mentality: Making The Wii

In his first Members' Club piece, Jeff looks at how Nintendo turned it's back on fans to win over the masses when putting out the Wii, and what that meant for the big N. In his first Members' Club piece, Jeff looks at how Nintendo turned it's back on fans to win over the masses when putting out the Wii, and what that meant for the big N.

October 16, 2021 October 16, 2021 5 reactions

Shaun Recommends... Road 96

If this recommendation from Shaun doesn't make you want to run out and buy (or more likely sit down and download) this amazing title by Dixixart, I don't know what will. If this recommendation from Shaun doesn't make you want to run out and buy (or more likely sit down and download) this amazing title by Dixixart, I don't know what will.

October 13, 2021 October 13, 2021 4 reactions

Lost In Culture / 11th October

Greetings, and welcome back to Lost In Culture - your favorite shared culture newsletter! (Or at least, we hope we are.) We're well into the throes of spooky season, and… Greetings, and welcome back to Lost In Culture - your favorite shared culture newsletter! (Or at least, we hope we are.) We're well into the throes of spooky season, and…

October 11, 2021 October 11, 2021 1 reaction

Lost Pages [001]

The first of our 'lost pages', created by the incredible George J Arnold. These pieces are untitled, and delivered to you without commentary. We'd love yours, though! The first of our 'lost pages', created by the incredible George J Arnold. These pieces are untitled, and delivered to you without commentary. We'd love yours, though!

October 10, 2021 October 10, 2021 6 reactions

Metroidvania Games, ADHD, And The Comfort Of A Well Trodden Path

On this, the most auspicious of days for the Metroid series, allow Nate to talk to you about how Metroidvania titles are perhaps the perfect remedy for his ADHD. On this, the most auspicious of days for the Metroid series, allow Nate to talk to you about how Metroidvania titles are perhaps the perfect remedy for his ADHD.

October 8, 2021 October 8, 2021 9 reactions

Jamie Recommends... Deathloop

Deathloop is a first person shooter with some clever ideas and a time loop. Deathloop is a first person shooter with some clever ideas and a time loop. Deathloop is a... Deathloop is a first person shooter with some clever ideas and a time loop. Deathloop is a first person shooter with some clever ideas and a time loop. Deathloop is a...

October 6, 2021 October 6, 2021 3 reactions

Lost In Culture / 4th October

Hello and welcome to the inaugural edition of Lost In Culture – your new favorite source for movies, music, games, and more that are a bit off the beaten path! Hello and welcome to the inaugural edition of Lost In Culture – your new favorite source for movies, music, games, and more that are a bit off the beaten path!

October 4, 2021 October 4, 2021 2 reactions

On The Medium And In Defense of “Problematic” Art

Our first piece from Bella tackles tough subject matter, so please take heed of the trigger and spoiler warnings given. Buckle in for an exploration of 'problematic' art. Our first piece from Bella tackles tough subject matter, so please take heed of the trigger and spoiler warnings given. Buckle in for an exploration of 'problematic' art.

October 1, 2021 October 1, 2021 10 reactions

Tangent Ep. 04 - Ethan Hunt Does James Bond (Not Like That)

Welcome to another episode of the Tangent, this time all about the 007 franchise. With No Time To Die finally launching in cinemas today in the UK... Welcome to another episode of the Tangent, this time all about the 007 franchise. With No Time To Die finally launching in cinemas today in the UK...

September 30, 2021 September 30, 2021 2 reactions Contains audio

Cult Cast Ep. 08 - Em See You (Or, A Love/Hate Relationship w Marvel)

It's time for another Cult Cast, with not one, not two but THREE helpings of Cult Cast Mash to boot. Your host Nate guides guests Bella, Laurie and James through... It's time for another Cult Cast, with not one, not two but THREE helpings of Cult Cast Mash to boot. Your host Nate guides guests Bella, Laurie and James through...

September 27, 2021 September 27, 2021 2 reactions Contains audio

Rowen Recommends... BioShock: Rapture

Books based on popular gaming franchises are a dime a dozen, but Rowen would recommend that you give this one a try. Why, you ask? You'll have to read on to find out! Books based on popular gaming franchises are a dime a dozen, but Rowen would recommend that you give this one a try. Why, you ask? You'll have to read on to find out!

September 26, 2021 September 26, 2021 5 reactions

How The MCU Snapped Console Mascots Out Of Existence

What do Hollywood blockbusters & console mascots have in common? That's what Laurie is talking about, so I won't spoil it here! Read on for another great Eggleston take! What do Hollywood blockbusters & console mascots have in common? That's what Laurie is talking about, so I won't spoil it here! Read on for another great Eggleston take!

September 17, 2021 September 17, 2021 1 reaction

Cult Cast Ep. 07 - I Want More Reveals, Ya Bastards!

Nate is joined by Bella and Jason to chat over the PlayStation Showcase which aired 9th September 2021. Hear their opinions and have some giggles with them along the way! Nate is joined by Bella and Jason to chat over the PlayStation Showcase which aired 9th September 2021. Hear their opinions and have some giggles with them along the way!

September 13, 2021 September 13, 2021 1 reaction Contains audio

James Recommends... Littlewood

Hungry for a life somewhat ordinary? Thirsty for more of that pixel art aesthetic? Fine, I wrote this before eating, so sue me! Check out this recommendation though! Hungry for a life somewhat ordinary? Thirsty for more of that pixel art aesthetic? Fine, I wrote this before eating, so sue me! Check out this recommendation though!

September 10, 2021 September 10, 2021 3 reactions

Tangent Ep. 03 - Lost In Cult Does Stephen King

In your third helping of our sweet sweet Members' Club exclusive podcast, listen as Andrew, Jon, Jamie and Ben discuss the prolific author Stephen King. In your third helping of our sweet sweet Members' Club exclusive podcast, listen as Andrew, Jon, Jamie and Ben discuss the prolific author Stephen King.

September 8, 2021 September 8, 2021 1 reaction Contains audio

Shaun Recommends… Powfu

The pandemic has been hard on us all, but we've all found ways to cope. Shaun explains why, for him, hitting the 'Discover' button on Spotify led to catharsis via music. The pandemic has been hard on us all, but we've all found ways to cope. Shaun explains why, for him, hitting the 'Discover' button on Spotify led to catharsis via music.

September 6, 2021 September 6, 2021 3 reactions

OFF-WORLD: Blade Runner’s Surrounding Games, Comic Books & TV Shows

Do sheep dream of electric robots? No wait, that's wrong, isn't it? No matter! Join Ethan as he takes you on a tour of Blade Runner media inspired by the original movie. Do sheep dream of electric robots? No wait, that's wrong, isn't it? No matter! Join Ethan as he takes you on a tour of Blade Runner media inspired by the original movie.

September 3, 2021 September 3, 2021 5 reactions

Cult Cast Ep. 06 - Chatting Out My Arceus

Self-professed Pokémaniacs Nate and [lock-on] staff writer Ethan get together to have a big old natter about the August Pokémon Presents announcements... Self-professed Pokémaniacs Nate and [lock-on] staff writer Ethan get together to have a big old natter about the August Pokémon Presents announcements...

August 23, 2021 August 23, 2021 1 reaction Contains audio

Destiny 2 Is Strongest When We Aren't The Centre Of The Universe

What's wrong with Destiny 2? No, wait, slow down! That was a rhetorical question! Michael takes a look at why being the hero isn't always best when it comes to games. What's wrong with Destiny 2? No, wait, slow down! That was a rhetorical question! Michael takes a look at why being the hero isn't always best when it comes to games.

August 21, 2021 August 21, 2021 1 reaction

Nate Recommends... Kingdom Two Crowns

Stressed? Worried? Life getting you down? Sounds like you might be in the market for a comfort game & Nate has just the one to recommend. Also, be good to yourself, yeah? Stressed? Worried? Life getting you down? Sounds like you might be in the market for a comfort game & Nate has just the one to recommend. Also, be good to yourself, yeah?

August 13, 2021 August 13, 2021

Cult Cast Ep. 05 - PEGGLE! (Or, The Best Year In Gaming)

There is a LOT of laughter in this episode! Andrew and Nate are joined by the most excellent Rowen to decide which year was the best one for gaming. There is a LOT of laughter in this episode! Andrew and Nate are joined by the most excellent Rowen to decide which year was the best one for gaming.

August 9, 2021 August 9, 2021 Contains audio

[lock-on] Volume 001 Digital Copy (DIGITAL TIER ONLY)

It's finally available! Please use the link below to view/download your copy of Volume 001. We'd ask you to please not share this with others. The link will be… It's finally available! Please use the link below to view/download your copy of Volume 001. We'd ask you to please not share this with others. The link will be…

August 7, 2021 August 7, 2021 5 reactions

Abandoned But Not Forgotten

The internet loves a good mystery, even if there's little evidence to support it. As Jamie explores, the newest conspiracy revolves around a tenuous Kojima connection... The internet loves a good mystery, even if there's little evidence to support it. As Jamie explores, the newest conspiracy revolves around a tenuous Kojima connection...

August 6, 2021 August 6, 2021 1 reaction