I thought that Crazy Frog Racer was the most horrible thing to have ever come to existence. It still is, but this game could be worse. But that’s what THEY say. Everyone takes the mick out of it. But not me. I am here to shed light on this hidden gem, and to express my eternal love for the pinnacle of human creation: Wild Animal Racing.

Wild Animal Racing is, like I said, the magnum opus of gaming as a whole. After 50 years of gaming, Paul Bird has finally stepped out of the shadows to deliver the greatest thing ever. This game features the sickest characters in gaming: the hippo, the giraffe, the rhino, the elephant, and the lion. This extensive choice of characters delivers a sense of refreshment to the usual suspects when it comes to regular racing games such as Mario and *shivers* Captain Falcon. 

The game features 4 cups. The Roads, The Magical, The Rally, and The World Tour, featuring such classics as Holland and Egypt. This provides an awesome experience for your friends, your friends’ friends, and your ex-step-dad Frank that comes to visit on Thursdays to argue with your mom. And maybe Uncle Joe if he comes back from Mexico after being deported. Alternatively, you can play with Uncle Joe if he has it on his 2009 Toshiba! This game has split-screen and online so you can play with everyone, including your ex.

The graphics are just a bit bad, but this is overshadowed by the amazing unlockable movies, including a disco featuring the cast of characters. Amazing, truly amazing.

 9/10 Amazing Game

As we all know, J.K Rowling wrote seven amazing “Harry Potter” books.  It all started off with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, the birth of the Harry Potter series.

It all began when the author, J.K Rowling, created a brief summary on a paper napkin on a ride home. The first book was published in 1997 on the 26th of June and it swa the start of the HP Fandom. 

As you start reading/watching the film, we are introduced to Petunia Dursley, Harry’s Aunt, but you should take into account, they don’t really care for Harry, he’s only in their possession because he didn’t have any other family to go to. 

I don’t want to bore you with my description, so why don’t you get yourself onto Amazon and buy the 7 book set?  You won’t regret it!

By Abbigail

On Wednesday 16th October Roy Aneke, Raymond Aneke, Kurt Capuno and Chibuike Ojeli represented the academy very well at the Wolverhampton Schools Basketball Competition at St Peters. They performed very well and won three out of their four league games. This will see them through to the finals night which is provisionally scheduled for the 13th November. Well done gentlemen and keep up the good work. Mr Selvey.

We were visited by Gazebo Theatre Company who delivered a workshop to our Year 11s to explore Black History Month. The focus of the dramatisation was focused on the Windrush Generation, their arrival in Britain through invitation by the British Government, their experiences of their new life in England compared to what they had been taught and the hardships and racism they faced in trying to find work, housing and opportunities.

Pupils spoke about racism in Britain in the 20th century and defining migration and immigration. Both actors spoke about their own experiences of being Black and British and the stories of their own successes and their families. Student’s were left with much more clear knowledge on migration to Britain in the 20th century and the positive impact on the Britain we live in today.

You don’t care about my personal opinion. Actually, no one does, but since you’re still bothering to read this, why don’t you learn that this game is the one to beat them all?

Super Mario. You’ve seen him. You’ve heard of him. You’ve played him. And if you haven’t, you’ve either been dead for 50 years, or just don’t exist whatsoever. But thankfully, you’re neither of those things. 

Super Mario Galaxy. It’s only a month younger than me, and while that should be a downside, it really isn’t. This game has aged like good wine, with a 97/100 on Metacritic and a Metacritic Must Play badge, it really deserves the title of this review. 

So. Immediately, you might object to this game, and mostly because of the disgusting looking controls, but once you get used to them, they work like a dream. The game itself looks astonishing, with many galaxies to explore your socks off in and lots and lots of replay value. What I mean by that is that there is a lot of content that is unlocked after completing the game which makes you want to return to the game and carry on playing, even though it’s been completed. This is an important factor when reviewing games. 

Now, the game itself looks astounding, with many unique planets or “galaxies” to explore, the game’s colourful art makes it even better. And boy, don’t even get me started on the music. Oh BOY, the music is good. 

The music features an orchestral soundtrack, with realistically no computer input added to make it sound better, ironically making it sound EVEN better. The Super Mario Galaxy Orchestra did an astonishing job at creating just the perfect atmosphere for every planet. Club Nintendo had the soundtrack to purchase using points but you know, it shut down in 2016 so the only way to get it now is to SPEND £200 ON AMAZON so, if you genuinely are interested, then go ahead.

So, all in all, this game is great.

10/10 Legendary Game

Friday 13th of September was an enjoyable day for Design and Technology students, who met a visitor who came to  to St Edmund’s to discuss University. 

The previous Student of St Edmund’s, Christina Montana,  gave an interesting speech about her work in University studying Architecture.  Her influential speech clearly showed students a range of ways to improve and also what to expect if preparing to take D&T for University. The unique but effective discussion clearly conveyed to students the importance of D&T and aspiring to achieve the highest grade. She also explained the different skills and techniques needed to impress universities that require portfolios.

Pictured are year 12’s: Zeeshan Iqbal, Akash Patel, Sam Emms, Emma Esedebe, and Hubert Wieczorek. All discussing the importance of working hard and thinking innovatively, and also getting an important lesson in how to improve their portfolios in their A-Level studies.

I have no idea why I am writing this. I really wish I didn’t have to say this, but recently,  of my own free will, mind you, I made the greatest purchase you could make in CeX: Crazy Frog Racer For PC. 50p and you have lost all your dignity. And I bought it. And now I’m reviewing it. 

Don’t get your hopes down though. Please. This game makes me question reality, but it really isn’t that bad of a Mario Kart rip-off. You get a choice of the 6 most powerful characters in history to play as: Crazy Frog, Ellie The Fairy, Ninja Gorilla, Mad French Chef, Geerty The Cow and who could forget the almighty Gangsta Kids. There’s also that one sad guy that chased Crazy Frog in the Axel F music video and a secret character. Also, there is a Game Boy Advance version of this game which has the true best character; in addition to all the characters, you also play as a rastafarian dog named Rasta Dog. A true lad he is.

You don’t choose your cars, but my favourite one has to be Nothing. Nothing is nothing. Crazy Frog (now I kid you not) is literally suspended in the air and makes driving noises. This could be for humour, but I think Neko Entertainment were just lazy. 

You can also watch the music videos for Popcorn and Axel F if you don’t have a soul or ruin your nonexistent friendships in Multiplayer. Wow, 2005 was a really good year, wasn’t it?

2/10 Kill it With Fire