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Interactive Drama Games
So does anyone like the genre of "Interactive Drama"? Weird name I know, some examples are Heavy Rain, The Walking Dead, Life Is Strange, The Wolf Among Us, Beyond: Two Souls, etc. I like how your progress is determined by decisions and feelings rather than skill with a weapon.
2 Player XBox games
Hey folks, Looking for some recommendations for a good 2 player Xbox one game. Myself and my husband have played through Chariot (which threatened to break us up but was great fun) and are currently playing through Rayman Legends which we're loving but we have such a hard time finding similar type games to play. I'm…
Minecraft PE on kindle fire
Hi all, We have a kindle fire and my 7yr old has built a world however this is on my profile. I set his own profile up and his world isn't there. Is there any way I can set him access to it? It's the same device, but I'd prefer him to use his profile so I have more control over the content. If not, is it possible to switch…
Digital Jigsaw Puzzle Pack - Video Game Puzzles 1
(Note that I've removed the link protocol headers to comply with the rules on new members not posting links. If this still isn't considered acceptable then please let me know.) This freebie consists of a jigsaw puzzle software app for Windows PC. The app lets you view and solve jigsaw puzzles. There are thirty jigsaw…
Faulty PS Store Digital Download (PS4)
I've recently bought a copy of Battlefield: Hardline for PS4 from the Sony digital store. After getting up to Episode 8 it has crashed at a certain point. For those who know, the game has a set piece where you have to survive an onslaught from the enemy. If you die during this, the game will not go any further. I've…
Xbox Live for £28.50 & EA Access for £18
Spotted a couple of good deals recently. Picked up a new years sub for Xbox Live for £28.50 and I saw EA Access is £18. Both a bit cheaper than everywhere else at the moment. Xbox Gold - http://gamer-deals.co.uk/12-months-xbox-live-gold-28-50/ EA Access - http://gamer-deals.co.uk/ea-access-12-month-subscription-18-05/
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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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