Phil Hartup

You Won't Respawn Tomorrow

We take one final stroll through the streets of APB's San Paro before the game closes.

September 28, 2010 | 07:28

GTA IV: Episodes from Liberty City PC Review

Are the GTA IV Episodes are better port than the original PC version of GTA IV? Phil investigates.

April 26, 2010 | 10:28

Why Everything Is Trying To Be An RPG Now

Levelling up used to be just for RPGs, yet it's now the most ubiquitous mechanic since ‘Lives’.

April 12, 2010 | 12:46

Napoleon: Total War Review

He may have been short and French, but Napoleon was still a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield. Can the collective might of bit-tech possibly stand up to the diminutive invader? We jump into Sega's Napoleon: Total War to find out once and for all!

March 4, 2010 | 16:08

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Review

We take a good, hard look at Battlefield: Bad Company 2. Does it measure up to the standards of Battlefield 2, or is this little more than a quick cash-in that's ported over from the console version. We aren't pulling punches today, so check out our review for the full story.

March 2, 2010 | 13:52

Battlefield Bad Company 2 Preview

We lock and load with the latest Battlefield game, Bad Company 2. The original was a console only title, but this sequel comes in PC flavour too, and we've fought through the first few levels to bring you this preview. Destructible levels and a focus on multiplayer make it a lot of fun.

February 23, 2010 | 08:16

The Ten Best Gaming Moves... Ever!

We’ve all seen the countdowns of the finest characters, weapons and foes in gaming, but what about the killer moves that make you wince at your screen? Phil Hartup picks out the gaming world’s ten most breathtaking moves, from killer punches to veritable superpowers.

September 30, 2009 | 09:16

America's Army 3 Review

The latest version of the US Army's official game is here, and we sign up to see if the entertainment and gameplay fun is worth the indoctrination into America's Army.

July 12, 2009 | 10:09

Law, Order and Freedom Online

The Internet was born free, but recently governments have shown increasing interest in regulating the web. Should web users be nervous or, in the face of rampant piracy and threats from criminals and terrorists, is a little law and order just what the web needs?

May 14, 2009 | 09:32

Toughened Technology

All it takes to disable most home computers and laptops is a spilled cup of coffee, a curious toddler or a build-up of dust. So how do computers manage when they need to function in hot, dusty or wet environments? Phil Hartup investigates the computers that go where angels fear to tread.

May 5, 2009 | 11:27

Blog Wars - Views from the Front Line

The internet is changing how we view the wars in the world today. Soldiers can give a grunt's eye view of the action with video cameras and YouTube, and can blog about their experiences in the field. Is the net a tool of information, propaganda, terror, or all of the above?

October 5, 2006 | 10:35

Top Mods - Max Payne and F.E.A.R.

Combining Max Payne with The Matrix is a no-brainer, and we've got it covered. But have you considered 32-player FEAR co-op, or a mini-Alma to scare the bejeebus out of you on an hourly basis? Check out the best mods for FEAR and Max Payne.

July 27, 2006 | 11:37

The Age of the Web Hermit

It's possible to do pretty much anything on the internet these days. You can do your banking, earn a living, socialise with friends, book trips away and meet the love of your life. Is there any point in real life any more?

July 17, 2006 | 12:47

Top mods - Neverwinter Nights

Last time, we looked at Oblivion and Total War. In this edition, we investigate the modifications, expansion packs, updates and community content for one of the best RPGs of all time, Neverwinter Nights.

June 28, 2006 | 11:04

One Laptop Per Child

The Digital Divide is a gap between those with technology and those without. We investigate the problems facing countries that lack the resources the west has, and look at some schemes that aim to solve those problems.

June 19, 2006 | 11:37

Top mods - Total War and Oblivion

When a game has reached the end of its shelf life, that is often just the beginning. We take a look at the massive modding communities surrounding two top games - Rome: Total War and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. Tweak the graphics, unit stats and gameplay to your heart's content!

May 18, 2006 | 10:23