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SAINT PHNX WHO: Stevie Jukes (vocals/guitar), Al Jukes (drums). NEW MUSIC WHERE: Wishaw, Lanarkshire. By Jim Gellatly FOR FANS OF: Bastille, Imagine Dragons, Twenty One Pilots. healthy Scottish contingent, with the likes of ‘We won’t abandon our fans for eSports’ JIM SAYS: It’s three years since Saint PHNX Fatherson, The Snuts, Lucia, Rascalton and emerged with the track Reload. I instantly fell The Ninth Wave. DEAD Or Alive 6 has sparked plenty of Fighters for DOA5 Ultimate and Core their looks.” Away from the controversy, to start by considering which of the charac- in love with their edgy alt. pop sound with Stevie said: “We managed to have a good debate — from a refusal to dive into the Fighters simultaneously with the full Yohei reckons he and the team have ters had to be present within the story. massive hooks. lNEW week, new brawler laugh with The Dunts after they caught our growing eSports revolution to the over- version of the game, this time we waited a provided a base for newcomers and the “By picking up those we couldn’t do for the Mortal Kombat 11 Brothers Stevie and Al previously had set at The British Embassy. A brilliant bunch sexualisation of the characters. few weeks. existing fans. without this time around, we ended up with some success with Vigo Thieves. Their song roster. But this week of lads and they are amazing live as well. The game’s producer and director, Yohei “Releasing a free-to-play version brings He said: “There is no problem in starting the current 26. There were also about five NetherRealm have gone a bit Believe was picked as the anthem for Scot- “The whole experience was insane and Shimbori, inset, is like one of the fighters — a large number of new players to the game, DOA6 by mashing buttons. You can use more that we wanted to include if we had land’s UEFA Euro 2016 qualifying campaign. manic with Lui Kang, Kung something we’d love to do again.” he refuses to duck any punches coming his and it also helps to keep the online PPPP, KKKK… My personal the resources and manpower.” Lao and Jax all being con- When Vigo Thieves released their debut Saint PHNX have released eight tracks, five way. In fact, he enjoys explaining the pro- matches diverse and populated. favourite is SSSS. But it’s not just a case of returning favour- album, Saint PHNX were already starting to DOA6 Core Fighters is available to firmed for the game. of which have been streamed more than a cesses the team went through. “S is the button assigned to the ites, there are some new kids on the block. That’s on top of Jacqui make an impact. What was initially a side million times on Spotify. The second release Talking to STUART CULLEN, he said: download now.” specials in this title, and people will Yohei said: “Diego was the character we project soon took priority. King currently stands at over 13million. Latest “We’re not focusing all our attention on So to the other talking point — be able to perform some Briggs, Kotal Kahn and Noob designed with our overseas fans in mind. Saibot joining up last week. They were hardly out of the starting blocks single Shake is another cracker, with a new eSports. A big portion of loyal DOA fans are there have been claims that the interesting moves just through He is one to participate in rougher street but the music industry was taking an interest. one due out next month. casual gamers, and we won’t leave them game is virtually soft porn or a mashing. fights, and we made sure to give him the In case you missed it — Stevie said: “At the very beginning it got a It will be followed by the album Head Full Of behind. teenage boy’s wet dream. Yohei is “If you’re a beginner and try to abilities that would make him an easy here who’s in so far . . . bit surreal as we were offered three major Angels, Demons At My Feet. It takes its name “We want to implement eSports in a way unapologetic. start by learning guards and holds, beginner character for new players. The new six plus Scorpion, deals. The timing didn’t seem right as we from a line in their song Deadmen, written that will also be enjoyable to them. As to He said: “It depends on the you’re likely to overcomplicate “He seems to be a popular character Raiden, Sub-Zero, Sonya were in our infancy. We decided to do every- about their biggest influence, their dad Bert. how . . . now is not the time to disclose our character. We have to consider EXCLUSIVE things. among US players. Blade, Skarlet, Baraka, Geras, thing ourselves and build organically. Along In turn, Bert is one of their biggest fans, tak- Open a door to fun future strategies, but I’m hoping to be able what will suit each of them, and “Begin with learning how to “With NiCO, we had this idea to Kano, D’Vorah, Kabal, Jade, the way we partnered with AWAL/Kobalt who ing to Facebook last year to respond to mean to talk about them after they succeed.” if we can imagine them actually INTERVIEW use strikes to win. When that introduce a female scientist who uses Johnny Cage, Cassie Cage gave us the platform to start our own label.” That focus on the casual fan explains the wearing something like that. isn’t enough anymore, add the Pencak Silat from the very beginning — to and Erron Black… and Having been likened to posts about his sons. Saint GAMING escapism lets you drive the enemies in a hail of bullets. PHNX are about to head out RICO studio’s move to free up past titles as well “Who is more suited for a cooler look, guards and holds gradually. That way, mix a very traditional martial art and the breathe. and influenced by Imagine cars quickly, fight armies and solve That’s the hook — boot door and and who is more suited for a cuter one? In It promises to be a crowded on a European tour with fur- Xbox One, PS4, Switch and PC bang. And it works. It is great fun. as the new game. Yohei added: “We have you’ll eventually become better and learn most advanced technology into one Dragons, they got the mysteries. released free-to-play versions — Core this title, with the help of the new technol- them all.” character. house if they keep adding chance to support the Las ther US dates summer. But Rico lets you release your Beyond the main cases, there is MORE: saintphnx.com £15.99 Fighters for DOA5 Ultimate and DOA5 Last ogy, we also had to consider The game has a healthy roster of fighters “As for the visual, we went for something names before the April 23 Vegas superstars at the leg- inner cop as you boot in doors. room of bad guys while collecting horde and instant action modes. the more physical impres- from the past six titles, but there was loads with the taste of Japanese anime culture — launch. Any guesses who will l Jim presents a weekly They do what they say on the tin. Round. Considering their success, we endary Roundhouse in Lon- There are a LOT of gangsters. evidence or disarming bombs. made the decision to release one for Dead sions of the materials and of debate about who was going to I hope she finds many fans around the be next? don in 2017. Stevie said: showcase of New Music on You will do a LOT of booting. And it The cell-shaded style makes the Amazing Radio, Sundays You can unlock weapons like Or Alive 6 as well. While we released Core designs, rather than only make the cut. Yohei added: “We had world.” “We’re very good friends never stops being a buzz because sub-machine guns and shotguns action pop and the slow-mo is with their manager Mac. He 2-4pm. you never know what is on the classy but the slide attacks take amazingradio.com as well as attachments like a helped us start Saint PHNX.” other side of the door. flashlight to get the edge in a fight. some of the fun out of things. The lads are just back jimgellatly.com This is an arcade first-person But everything comes back to It’s a great short, sharp blast of from showcasing at the Watch a video of shooter with a strong dash of booting the doors down. FPS action, the co-op is a bit light 1 Sekiro: Shadows SXSW festival in Austin, the band at: roguelike as each level is built from Everything goes slow-mo and you on depth and content, but booting Die Twice Texas. They were part of a thescottishsun.co.uk scratch before you head in. That get to live out your John Wick doors down never gets boring. 2 Tom Clancy’s The ensures background variety, but dreams — if you watched the HHH Division 2 your goal is the same — clear each Keanu Reeves flicks — as you blast STUART CULLEN 3 FIFA 19 4 Grand Theft Auto V 5 Red Dead Redemption 2

lSONY held its first State Of Play broadcast — their take on the enjoyable Nintendo direct show. The PSVR headlines were: Iron Man — be Tony Stark and be a superhero. Little in- game action but looks cool. No Man Sky VR — explore the universe, and get this summer’s update Beyond at the same time. Blood And Truth — live those gangster dreams as you are Special Forces soldier Ryan Marks quipping Harvey keeps his way around London’s seedy underworld in a bid to ZAP the code to watch save his family. the new features and It’s out on May 28. fighters in Dead Or Alive 6. THE you occupied firm behind Alan Wake and Quantum Break has news of their latest eagerly-awaited title, Control. It will break cover on August 27 August on Xbox One, PS4 and Fight for right to party PC. GAMING shines when it mirrors the The Occupation if it has a soft-lens feel. The voice real world — either in everyday acting includes an array of accents ONE-UPMANSHIP is never over-rated. Dead Or Alive 6 is stunning — the details of your fighter’s hair situations or massive events. Xbox One, PS4 and PC £19.99 and the soundtrack blends music moving or the sweat running down their face White Paper Games’ The Everything is played out in real time, with more atmospheric tracks. Nothing is better than giving your Xbox One, PS4 and PC £49.99 after a fight is incredible. The backgrounds are Occupation initially appears to be an so if you have an hour until your next Gripes? There are plenty of rough mate a doing in a brawler couch fight. system which lets you unleash a few full of hidden details and are bursting with upgraded walking sim. You explore chat then you have 60 real-world bits that affect your gaming It becomes addictive. Win and you want powerful moves that can bag a win or just give colour and depth while the sound is all handled and interact with objects to solve minutes to get as much enjoyment. The game can also you room to breathe in the heat of a brawl. well with a good rocking beat. puzzles. Dig a little deeper and it is information as you can to find crash unexpectedly and the to do it all over again. Scratch that itch with Team Ninja’s newest There is the standard fighting fare, from arcade On the downside, loading times can be a bit actually a real thriller. the answers you want. saving system means you can to time attack and survival mode, but you’ll long and unlocks can be a bit of a grind. And You are Harvey — a journalist in Or you can just sit and wait lose a lot of progress. game Dead Or Alive 6. Let’s face it, when the series reaches the sixth spend most of your time in the story. It’s mas- don’t get us started on the £59.99 season pass 1987 Britain probing a terror attack for your meeting. Your It has thrills and a deep which adds 62 costumes and two characters. lSHOCK spoiler: Studio instalment then the odds are that you’ve been sively over the top and packed with tons of MDHR’s run-and-gunner that’s prompted the government to decision shapes the level. story. It is a painful reflection of cheesy moments. Extreme? Yes. Expensive? Yes. go for a Union act which will impact Most levels give you a lead doing something right and you have a huge fan- Cuphead is coming to the real world. If it didn’t have base eager to turn the latest The new element is how you unlock sub- We have managed to get 75 per cent of immigration and curb human rights. to set you on your way, but the glitches then it could be a the way through this review without the…Switch on April 18. offering into a best-seller. chapters for fighters by completing the main Cuphead was originally an It can all give you an uneasy feeling you can add info and get great game. Hopefully, these Dead Or Alive 6 will pull in beats. However, instead of supporting the touching the debate surrounding the launch given the current climate. tips from your editor. issues will be ironed out with main tale, it muddies things and it — the sexualisation of the female fighters. Xbox One and PC exclusive in newcomers as well, because it is 2017, so the Switch, err, You must interview people linked However, the clock is ticking so patches. easy to pick up and play. It is becomes hard to follow. Some young male teenagers will love it. to the event and you build up your time management is key. There is a HHú just a short time before you are There is a new quest mode Others may be slightly closer to the switch has taken a lot of BREAKFAST questions by exploring the world. real-world vibe to the locations, even STUART CULLEN punching, kicking, throwing, with 100 challenges where you “uncomfortable” feeling. people by surprise. blocking and pulling off attacks have to bag three stars A lot of the high-level costumes leave little It will support solo and with the best of them as you hunt which will unlock new to the imagination and have one basic co-op play, with player two down killer combos. costume items. This mode aim. And that’s before you get to the controlling Mugman. The game does not rest there — helps showcase each fighter and “jiggle physics”. The studio is also working WITHOUT you’ll need to read the fight their move sets. Look, it is a fun, solid and enjoyable fighter with Microsoft to “investigate because there is a rock, There is a healthy and deep that is easy to pick up and play — but also hard bringing Xbox Live features to paper and scissors-esque training mode that shows you the to master. the Nintendo Switch version”. system allowing you to counter ropes and allows more seasoned Questions will be asked about those costumes, This suggests some sort of blows, leaving your opponent open players to practise landing combos. but that is all down to personal taste. partnership on the horizon. AD BREAKS to your next attack. Once you’ve cut your teeth, You have been warned. If you think it will Xbox and PC owners will Learning how that works and you can venture online and shock you, then don’t join this particular fight. not miss out — the Cuphead perfecting your timing are the keys take on the best in the HHHHú update will add “oodles” of THE CHRIS EVANS BREAKFAST SHOW WITH to success. There is a new break world. Graphically, the game STUART CULLEN new art and animations and the option to play as Mugman 6.30 TO 10AM, MONDAY TO FRIDAY in single player. DIGITAL RADIO | ONLINE | SKY 0215 | GET THE APP READ THE GAMING COLUMN PLUS ALL THE LATEST NEWS, REVIEWS, INTERVIEWS AND PREVIEWS OVER AT CODECMOMENTS.COM