Nxcturnal
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122. Rebel - EsDeeKid (2025)
I can understand the hype to an extent, but it's also not anything ground-breaking, it's just decent british rap music. [6/10]
I can understand the hype to an extent, but it's also not anything ground-breaking, it's just decent british rap music. [6/10]
November 23, 2025 at 6:52 PM
122. Rebel - EsDeeKid (2025)
I can understand the hype to an extent, but it's also not anything ground-breaking, it's just decent british rap music. [6/10]
I can understand the hype to an extent, but it's also not anything ground-breaking, it's just decent british rap music. [6/10]
121. FEAR - NF (2025)
Another project from NF that I probably would have loved a few years ago, but now it just feels corny and overused. It's fine, but nothing more. [5/10]
Another project from NF that I probably would have loved a few years ago, but now it just feels corny and overused. It's fine, but nothing more. [5/10]
November 17, 2025 at 4:27 PM
121. FEAR - NF (2025)
Another project from NF that I probably would have loved a few years ago, but now it just feels corny and overused. It's fine, but nothing more. [5/10]
Another project from NF that I probably would have loved a few years ago, but now it just feels corny and overused. It's fine, but nothing more. [5/10]
120. ARC Raiders (2025)
43 hours of playtime so far and honestly I think it might be my game of the year. The community is great, the gameplay is great, the sound design is great, the whole game is great. I can't wait to see where this game goes in the future! [9.5/10]
43 hours of playtime so far and honestly I think it might be my game of the year. The community is great, the gameplay is great, the sound design is great, the whole game is great. I can't wait to see where this game goes in the future! [9.5/10]
November 13, 2025 at 9:12 PM
120. ARC Raiders (2025)
43 hours of playtime so far and honestly I think it might be my game of the year. The community is great, the gameplay is great, the sound design is great, the whole game is great. I can't wait to see where this game goes in the future! [9.5/10]
43 hours of playtime so far and honestly I think it might be my game of the year. The community is great, the gameplay is great, the sound design is great, the whole game is great. I can't wait to see where this game goes in the future! [9.5/10]
119. Stardust - Danny Brown (2025)
A hyper-pop flurry of crazy tracks that keep you engaged through the 49 minute run time. Features all do a great job, Danny does typical Danny stuff, and the production is sick. Only critique is Danny's repetitive flow throughout. [8.5/10]
A hyper-pop flurry of crazy tracks that keep you engaged through the 49 minute run time. Features all do a great job, Danny does typical Danny stuff, and the production is sick. Only critique is Danny's repetitive flow throughout. [8.5/10]
November 8, 2025 at 1:10 PM
119. Stardust - Danny Brown (2025)
A hyper-pop flurry of crazy tracks that keep you engaged through the 49 minute run time. Features all do a great job, Danny does typical Danny stuff, and the production is sick. Only critique is Danny's repetitive flow throughout. [8.5/10]
A hyper-pop flurry of crazy tracks that keep you engaged through the 49 minute run time. Features all do a great job, Danny does typical Danny stuff, and the production is sick. Only critique is Danny's repetitive flow throughout. [8.5/10]
118. Connla's Well - Maruja (2024)
I love this band, so excited to see them on Wednesday! [9/10]
I love this band, so excited to see them on Wednesday! [9/10]
November 3, 2025 at 3:58 PM
118. Connla's Well - Maruja (2024)
I love this band, so excited to see them on Wednesday! [9/10]
I love this band, so excited to see them on Wednesday! [9/10]
117. HEELS HAVE EYES 3 - Westside Gunn (2025)
I don't know how this man is so consistently good, even when he's releasing a super short project following on from the album he only dropped a few months ago. [7/10]
I don't know how this man is so consistently good, even when he's releasing a super short project following on from the album he only dropped a few months ago. [7/10]
October 31, 2025 at 7:43 PM
117. HEELS HAVE EYES 3 - Westside Gunn (2025)
I don't know how this man is so consistently good, even when he's releasing a super short project following on from the album he only dropped a few months ago. [7/10]
I don't know how this man is so consistently good, even when he's releasing a super short project following on from the album he only dropped a few months ago. [7/10]
116. Luigi's Mansion (2001)
In contention with being the best in the series. I did not expect to just sit down and collect every Boo and finish the game in 1 sitting. Still only ended up with a B rank though wtf. [9/10]
In contention with being the best in the series. I did not expect to just sit down and collect every Boo and finish the game in 1 sitting. Still only ended up with a B rank though wtf. [9/10]
October 31, 2025 at 1:58 AM
116. Luigi's Mansion (2001)
In contention with being the best in the series. I did not expect to just sit down and collect every Boo and finish the game in 1 sitting. Still only ended up with a B rank though wtf. [9/10]
In contention with being the best in the series. I did not expect to just sit down and collect every Boo and finish the game in 1 sitting. Still only ended up with a B rank though wtf. [9/10]
115. Ghostrunner (2020)
A fun, adrenaline filled gorefest that has a pumping soundtrack, great combat, and some captivating visuals. Nothing too crazy, but worth your time for sure! [7.5/10]
A fun, adrenaline filled gorefest that has a pumping soundtrack, great combat, and some captivating visuals. Nothing too crazy, but worth your time for sure! [7.5/10]
October 29, 2025 at 5:44 PM
115. Ghostrunner (2020)
A fun, adrenaline filled gorefest that has a pumping soundtrack, great combat, and some captivating visuals. Nothing too crazy, but worth your time for sure! [7.5/10]
A fun, adrenaline filled gorefest that has a pumping soundtrack, great combat, and some captivating visuals. Nothing too crazy, but worth your time for sure! [7.5/10]
114. The Boy Who Played The Harp - Dave (2025)
I've given this 2 full listens so far, and all I can say is whilst it's still brilliant, it's easily his weakest album. Lyrically, he might be at his very best; but the songs don't stick with you the same way. Not terrible, not outstanding. [7/10]
I've given this 2 full listens so far, and all I can say is whilst it's still brilliant, it's easily his weakest album. Lyrically, he might be at his very best; but the songs don't stick with you the same way. Not terrible, not outstanding. [7/10]
October 25, 2025 at 12:26 PM
114. The Boy Who Played The Harp - Dave (2025)
I've given this 2 full listens so far, and all I can say is whilst it's still brilliant, it's easily his weakest album. Lyrically, he might be at his very best; but the songs don't stick with you the same way. Not terrible, not outstanding. [7/10]
I've given this 2 full listens so far, and all I can say is whilst it's still brilliant, it's easily his weakest album. Lyrically, he might be at his very best; but the songs don't stick with you the same way. Not terrible, not outstanding. [7/10]
113. NaissanceE (2014)
A game that uses its music and scale to creep into your mind and toy with your anxiety. An artistic triumph of an experience that whilst lacking in structure at certain points, feels like an expansive, futuristic nightmare that suffocates you until the end. [8.5/10]
A game that uses its music and scale to creep into your mind and toy with your anxiety. An artistic triumph of an experience that whilst lacking in structure at certain points, feels like an expansive, futuristic nightmare that suffocates you until the end. [8.5/10]
October 20, 2025 at 7:08 PM
113. NaissanceE (2014)
A game that uses its music and scale to creep into your mind and toy with your anxiety. An artistic triumph of an experience that whilst lacking in structure at certain points, feels like an expansive, futuristic nightmare that suffocates you until the end. [8.5/10]
A game that uses its music and scale to creep into your mind and toy with your anxiety. An artistic triumph of an experience that whilst lacking in structure at certain points, feels like an expansive, futuristic nightmare that suffocates you until the end. [8.5/10]
112. bbno$ - bbno$ (2025)
More of a playlist than an album, but certainly one which is enjoyable from start to finish. The production on almost every song is fantastic, and its perfectly enjoyable non-serious music you can just vibe to. [7/10]
More of a playlist than an album, but certainly one which is enjoyable from start to finish. The production on almost every song is fantastic, and its perfectly enjoyable non-serious music you can just vibe to. [7/10]
October 17, 2025 at 11:15 AM
112. bbno$ - bbno$ (2025)
More of a playlist than an album, but certainly one which is enjoyable from start to finish. The production on almost every song is fantastic, and its perfectly enjoyable non-serious music you can just vibe to. [7/10]
More of a playlist than an album, but certainly one which is enjoyable from start to finish. The production on almost every song is fantastic, and its perfectly enjoyable non-serious music you can just vibe to. [7/10]
111. Deadbeat - Tame Impala (2025)
If Aphex Twin and Daft Punk had an Australian baby. A stripped down project compared to his previous, but one which feels amazing on the ears. Full of bops, sombre moments, and the song 'Ethereal Connection'. On first listen, my now 2nd favourite of his. [9/10]
If Aphex Twin and Daft Punk had an Australian baby. A stripped down project compared to his previous, but one which feels amazing on the ears. Full of bops, sombre moments, and the song 'Ethereal Connection'. On first listen, my now 2nd favourite of his. [9/10]
October 16, 2025 at 11:50 PM
111. Deadbeat - Tame Impala (2025)
If Aphex Twin and Daft Punk had an Australian baby. A stripped down project compared to his previous, but one which feels amazing on the ears. Full of bops, sombre moments, and the song 'Ethereal Connection'. On first listen, my now 2nd favourite of his. [9/10]
If Aphex Twin and Daft Punk had an Australian baby. A stripped down project compared to his previous, but one which feels amazing on the ears. Full of bops, sombre moments, and the song 'Ethereal Connection'. On first listen, my now 2nd favourite of his. [9/10]
110. Lonerism - Tame Impala (2012)
Sucks to admit but I wasn't as crazy about this album as his others. Much of it felt like a 70's album brought to the modern era, which in many respects is cool, it's just not my thing. Still great vocals and production, but nothing outstanding. [6.5/10]
Sucks to admit but I wasn't as crazy about this album as his others. Much of it felt like a 70's album brought to the modern era, which in many respects is cool, it's just not my thing. Still great vocals and production, but nothing outstanding. [6.5/10]
October 16, 2025 at 7:26 PM
110. Lonerism - Tame Impala (2012)
Sucks to admit but I wasn't as crazy about this album as his others. Much of it felt like a 70's album brought to the modern era, which in many respects is cool, it's just not my thing. Still great vocals and production, but nothing outstanding. [6.5/10]
Sucks to admit but I wasn't as crazy about this album as his others. Much of it felt like a 70's album brought to the modern era, which in many respects is cool, it's just not my thing. Still great vocals and production, but nothing outstanding. [6.5/10]
109. Innerspeaker - Tame Impala (2010)
A fantastic early showcase of what Tame Impala has now become. It doesn't hold the same personality as his later work, but for a debut album its something special. [8/10]
A fantastic early showcase of what Tame Impala has now become. It doesn't hold the same personality as his later work, but for a debut album its something special. [8/10]
October 15, 2025 at 5:01 PM
109. Innerspeaker - Tame Impala (2010)
A fantastic early showcase of what Tame Impala has now become. It doesn't hold the same personality as his later work, but for a debut album its something special. [8/10]
A fantastic early showcase of what Tame Impala has now become. It doesn't hold the same personality as his later work, but for a debut album its something special. [8/10]
108. One Battle After Another (2025)
A movie that feels like what cinema was made for. The music as well omfg. [9/10]
A movie that feels like what cinema was made for. The music as well omfg. [9/10]
October 14, 2025 at 10:04 PM
108. One Battle After Another (2025)
A movie that feels like what cinema was made for. The music as well omfg. [9/10]
A movie that feels like what cinema was made for. The music as well omfg. [9/10]
107. Super Mario Galaxy 2 [Port] (2025)
This has always been my favourite Mario game since I can remember, and this port has made me appreciate it even more with its small new (star)bits of content and better graphics. Perfection that after a 200% playthrough, I just want to play again. [10/10]
This has always been my favourite Mario game since I can remember, and this port has made me appreciate it even more with its small new (star)bits of content and better graphics. Perfection that after a 200% playthrough, I just want to play again. [10/10]
October 13, 2025 at 5:29 PM
107. Super Mario Galaxy 2 [Port] (2025)
This has always been my favourite Mario game since I can remember, and this port has made me appreciate it even more with its small new (star)bits of content and better graphics. Perfection that after a 200% playthrough, I just want to play again. [10/10]
This has always been my favourite Mario game since I can remember, and this port has made me appreciate it even more with its small new (star)bits of content and better graphics. Perfection that after a 200% playthrough, I just want to play again. [10/10]
The Games We Forget Along The Way - Out 6PM BST
October 11, 2025 at 12:32 PM
The Games We Forget Along The Way - Out 6PM BST
who tf is this little shit
October 7, 2025 at 5:44 PM
who tf is this little shit
106. Y'all - glaive (2025)
I hate to say this cause I think glaive has talent, but this and his previous album just don't have the same feeling as his earlier work. There's some great ideas on display here, but they aren't enough to keep me interested. [4/10]
I hate to say this cause I think glaive has talent, but this and his previous album just don't have the same feeling as his earlier work. There's some great ideas on display here, but they aren't enough to keep me interested. [4/10]
September 30, 2025 at 9:45 AM
106. Y'all - glaive (2025)
I hate to say this cause I think glaive has talent, but this and his previous album just don't have the same feeling as his earlier work. There's some great ideas on display here, but they aren't enough to keep me interested. [4/10]
I hate to say this cause I think glaive has talent, but this and his previous album just don't have the same feeling as his earlier work. There's some great ideas on display here, but they aren't enough to keep me interested. [4/10]
hot take, but Super Mario Galaxy is a 10/10
September 27, 2025 at 7:45 PM
hot take, but Super Mario Galaxy is a 10/10
105. Easy Delivery Co. (2025)
Silent hill atmosphere meets animal crossing style characters meets arcade delivery simulator. Whilst I think the game suffers slightly from having to grind towards the end, it makes up for it purely on vibes. [9/10]
Silent hill atmosphere meets animal crossing style characters meets arcade delivery simulator. Whilst I think the game suffers slightly from having to grind towards the end, it makes up for it purely on vibes. [9/10]
September 23, 2025 at 9:12 PM
105. Easy Delivery Co. (2025)
Silent hill atmosphere meets animal crossing style characters meets arcade delivery simulator. Whilst I think the game suffers slightly from having to grind towards the end, it makes up for it purely on vibes. [9/10]
Silent hill atmosphere meets animal crossing style characters meets arcade delivery simulator. Whilst I think the game suffers slightly from having to grind towards the end, it makes up for it purely on vibes. [9/10]
104. skate. (2025)
There's so much to hate about this game, and honestly I don't blame everyone for thinking its bad, but it might be the most addictive skating experience I've ever had. 30 hours in less than a week says a lot about the gameplay. It has a lot of potential. [8/10]
There's so much to hate about this game, and honestly I don't blame everyone for thinking its bad, but it might be the most addictive skating experience I've ever had. 30 hours in less than a week says a lot about the gameplay. It has a lot of potential. [8/10]
September 23, 2025 at 9:10 PM
104. skate. (2025)
There's so much to hate about this game, and honestly I don't blame everyone for thinking its bad, but it might be the most addictive skating experience I've ever had. 30 hours in less than a week says a lot about the gameplay. It has a lot of potential. [8/10]
There's so much to hate about this game, and honestly I don't blame everyone for thinking its bad, but it might be the most addictive skating experience I've ever had. 30 hours in less than a week says a lot about the gameplay. It has a lot of potential. [8/10]
103. Selected Ambient Works 85-92 (1992)
An innovative kaleidoscope of noises that all come together to make an album that can't be categorised into a single theme, yet I loved it from start to finish. One of the best instrumental albums to date. [9/10]
An innovative kaleidoscope of noises that all come together to make an album that can't be categorised into a single theme, yet I loved it from start to finish. One of the best instrumental albums to date. [9/10]
September 23, 2025 at 9:09 PM
103. Selected Ambient Works 85-92 (1992)
An innovative kaleidoscope of noises that all come together to make an album that can't be categorised into a single theme, yet I loved it from start to finish. One of the best instrumental albums to date. [9/10]
An innovative kaleidoscope of noises that all come together to make an album that can't be categorised into a single theme, yet I loved it from start to finish. One of the best instrumental albums to date. [9/10]
102. Pain is Power - Maruja (2025)
A gorgeously layered and heart-wrenching rock album by a band I'm thankful to have discovered through Quadeca a few months back. It goes by in a flash despite having 3 10-min tracks on it. Didn't end as powerfully as I would've liked, but is still sick! [8.5/10]
A gorgeously layered and heart-wrenching rock album by a band I'm thankful to have discovered through Quadeca a few months back. It goes by in a flash despite having 3 10-min tracks on it. Didn't end as powerfully as I would've liked, but is still sick! [8.5/10]
September 12, 2025 at 11:03 AM
102. Pain is Power - Maruja (2025)
A gorgeously layered and heart-wrenching rock album by a band I'm thankful to have discovered through Quadeca a few months back. It goes by in a flash despite having 3 10-min tracks on it. Didn't end as powerfully as I would've liked, but is still sick! [8.5/10]
A gorgeously layered and heart-wrenching rock album by a band I'm thankful to have discovered through Quadeca a few months back. It goes by in a flash despite having 3 10-min tracks on it. Didn't end as powerfully as I would've liked, but is still sick! [8.5/10]
101. Breach - Twenty One Pilots (2025)
I don't want this band to end. Not anything super standout, but another great entry in their catalogue. Almost made me cry just thinking about this story they've made coming to a close with this album. Damn man this album has really hurt me... [8/10]
I don't want this band to end. Not anything super standout, but another great entry in their catalogue. Almost made me cry just thinking about this story they've made coming to a close with this album. Damn man this album has really hurt me... [8/10]
September 11, 2025 at 11:57 PM
101. Breach - Twenty One Pilots (2025)
I don't want this band to end. Not anything super standout, but another great entry in their catalogue. Almost made me cry just thinking about this story they've made coming to a close with this album. Damn man this album has really hurt me... [8/10]
I don't want this band to end. Not anything super standout, but another great entry in their catalogue. Almost made me cry just thinking about this story they've made coming to a close with this album. Damn man this album has really hurt me... [8/10]