Barry O'Rourke

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Barry O'Rourke

Multimedia writer, gaming correspondent

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I'm a former Primary School Teacher with a huge interest in all things multimedia, technology, education and health.

Puzzle power - 10 great video games to get you thinking

No matter the story, the setting or the genre, there's always a problem to solve, a challenge to overcome, some password to decode, or a minigame that stops you in your tracks and soon enough, the pen and paper appear.
Games • 19 May 25

Laika Party! Join Marty Whelan and Eurovision for a Roblox bash

Eurovision has always been a fantastic way to unite communities under the umbrella of music. And while everyone is gunning for the top spot at the Grand Final, there's no denying the fun we all have simply meeting up to watch the competition with friends.
Games • 14 May 25

Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered & the latest games reviewed

I say this every month, but the video games of 2025 just keep getting better and better -and we're not even halfway through the year yet.
Games • 10 May 25

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 reviewed – an epic fantasy experience

Fantasy gamers rejoice – the hotly anticipated RPG game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is here. And oh, how it has been worth the wait.
Games • 04 Dec 25

A celebration of Irish video games - inside the FÍS Games Summit

Video games are at the crossroads of all culture – fact. They bring together the brightest and sharpest creators from across entertainment to provide us all with unmissable experiences.
Games • 06 May 25

The Last Of Us, season 2 - everything you need to know

No video game can ignite a heated debate quite like The Last of Us.
Film & TV • 14 Apr 25

Will tougher loot box and currency rules create fairer gaming?

Free-to-play (F2P) games have become one of the biggest earners in the video game industry. Yes, you read that correctly.
Gaming • 04 Apr 25

Are your kids' video games age-appropriate? Your one-stop guide

Parents, when it comes to gaming, I do not envy you...
Games • 27 Nov 25

Assassin's Creed Shadows reviewed – a bloody brilliant game

With numerous delays and intense online discussion, Assassins Creed Shadows has become one of the most anticipated (and controversial) games of the year.
Games • 21 Mar 25

GenAI in video games: Is it game-over for creativity?

Artificial intelligence - there is no escaping those two words now.
Games • 07 Mar 25
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