Barry O'Rourke

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Barry O'Rourke

RTE LifeStyle Journalist.

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

Death Stranding 2 reviewed - a video game sequel that delivers

Set 11 months after the events of the first game, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is an engrossing and utterly bizarre game of epic proportions.
Games • 23 Jun

Let's-a-go! Mario Kart World and the latest video games reviewed

We're only halfway through the year, but it's safe to say 2025 has exceeded all our expectations in the world of video games.
Games • 14 Jun

Nintendo Switch 2 – what to expect from the gaming event of 2025

With over 152 million units sold, the Nintendo Switch remains one of the best-selling consoles of all time.
Gaming • 05 Jun

First new Gaelic football video game in 20 years set for summer

Whether you're waiting for the next match or tournament, want to flex your managerial skills, or simply duke it out with pals online, video games have always been a fantastic outlet for sports fans to get together and celebrate their teams.
Games • 29 May

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

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

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

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 • 23 Apr

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

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
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