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After years of waiting, I’m glad to finally say it: Rare is back.
It’s been a rather tumultuous period for fans of Rare Ltd. While the release of Rare Reply was a real treat for longtime fans of the UK-based development studio, they’ve arguably seen a slow down over the past few years. Having developed well over 100 games in their lifetime, the team at Rare has seen some drastic changes since their acquisition by Microsoft. Development staff have come and gone, and many of the big names that were responsible for their ‘golden era of games’ have since moved on to other ventures, including company founders Chris and Tim Stamper.
That’s all changing, however. While it may have taken a few years to find their footing, it looks like Rare is looking to make a strong comeback with gamers and casual fans alike.
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After years of waiting, I’m glad to finally say it: Rare is back.
It’s been a rather tumultuous period for fans of Rare Ltd. While the release of Rare Reply was a real treat for longtime fans of the UK-based development studio, they’ve arguably seen a slow down over the past few years. Having developed well over 100 games in their lifetime, the team at Rare has seen some drastic changes since their acquisition by Microsoft. Development staff have come and gone, and many of the big names that were responsible for their ‘golden era of games’ have since moved on to other ventures, including company founders Chris and Tim Stamper.
That’s all changing, however. While it may have taken a few years to find their footing, it looks like Rare is looking to make a strong comeback with gamers and casual fans alike.
- 6/17/2016
- by Shaan Joshi
- We Got This Covered
Review Michael Noble Feb 4, 2013
Want to know whether to give Netflix's Us House of Cards starring Kevin Spacey a chance? Here's Michael's spoiler-free review...
House of Cards arrives on our TVs, and tablets, and laptops with a huge weight of expectation. Heralded in some quarters as ‘the future of television’, it is part of a risky gamble that may be the biggest shake-up to our TV consuming habits for years.
Artistically, it bears a lot of responsibility too. The original series on which it is based remains beloved and oft quoted over two decades after it was made. Furthermore, to truly succeed, the show has sought to place itself among the greats of modern American television, The Sopranos, The Wire, and The West Wing. So, no pressure then.
Despite these obvious touchstones, it is important to judge the show on its own merits. A great deal of creative work has gone into it,...
Want to know whether to give Netflix's Us House of Cards starring Kevin Spacey a chance? Here's Michael's spoiler-free review...
House of Cards arrives on our TVs, and tablets, and laptops with a huge weight of expectation. Heralded in some quarters as ‘the future of television’, it is part of a risky gamble that may be the biggest shake-up to our TV consuming habits for years.
Artistically, it bears a lot of responsibility too. The original series on which it is based remains beloved and oft quoted over two decades after it was made. Furthermore, to truly succeed, the show has sought to place itself among the greats of modern American television, The Sopranos, The Wire, and The West Wing. So, no pressure then.
Despite these obvious touchstones, it is important to judge the show on its own merits. A great deal of creative work has gone into it,...
- 2/4/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
Feature Michael Noble Jan 31, 2013
Ahead of the Us remake feat. Kevin Spacey hitting Netflix, Michael revisits the BBC's fantastic 90s political thriller, House Of Cards...
Politics, as even the most casual observer will know, can be a dirty business. Cut-throat, nasty and bloodthirsty, it takes a certain type of person to survive it. It takes rather another type of person to prosper. That type, while being unpleasant in the flesh, can make for seriously good television. House of Cards, which has recently been remade in the Us, is definitely that, a thrilling drama that boasts one of the most deliciously malevolent leads ever to grace the screen.
Despite the universal appeal of the theme, House of Cards was so firmly attuned to the era in which it was made that looking back, it’s become an unintentional period piece. The central plot is ignited by the fall of Margaret Thatcher from power.
Ahead of the Us remake feat. Kevin Spacey hitting Netflix, Michael revisits the BBC's fantastic 90s political thriller, House Of Cards...
Politics, as even the most casual observer will know, can be a dirty business. Cut-throat, nasty and bloodthirsty, it takes a certain type of person to survive it. It takes rather another type of person to prosper. That type, while being unpleasant in the flesh, can make for seriously good television. House of Cards, which has recently been remade in the Us, is definitely that, a thrilling drama that boasts one of the most deliciously malevolent leads ever to grace the screen.
Despite the universal appeal of the theme, House of Cards was so firmly attuned to the era in which it was made that looking back, it’s become an unintentional period piece. The central plot is ignited by the fall of Margaret Thatcher from power.
- 1/30/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
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