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Faisal Salah

Faisal Salah

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Abu Dhabi
Faisal is a Gaming Journalist who also covers movies and UAE news. A graduate of Zayed University’s Integrated Strategic Media programme, Faisal completed his national service with the Navy. He speaks English, Arabic and French. His interests include the films and music of the 1980s, Brutalist architecture, Arsenal FC and collecting physical media.
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Comic book fans often dress up as their favourite superheroes and villains for the event. EPA
With Hollywood on strike, what is happening at Comic-Con?

The show goes on – just without big-name stars in attendance

Pop CultureJuly 20, 2023
Faisal Salah
Alan Wake is at once an action and horror game. Photo: Epic Games
Game of the week: Alan Wake Remastered is a bone-chilling experience

A game to play with the lights on to maximise the possibility of getting a good night’s sleep

WeekendJuly 14, 2023
Faisal Salah
Erling Haaland, one of the game's rising superstars, attended the EA Sports FC 24 launch. Photo: Erling Haaland / Instagram
What we learnt from the EA Sports FC 24 launch

It's the game developer's first release since calling full-time on its three-decade partnership with the football governing body

Arts & CultureJuly 14, 2023
Faisal Salah
Play Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge with Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael, or fan-favourite April O'Neil. Photo: Tribute Games
Game of the week: A nostalgic quick-win for Ninja Turtles

We review the latest Ninja Turtles video game ahead of the next film release this summer

WeekendJuly 07, 2023
Faisal Salah
Diving game Abzu can be completed in three hours. Photo: 505 Games
From Abzu to Journey, five best games to complete in a weekend

For those with little time, these brief titles are packed with fun and meaningful experiences

Arts & CultureJune 30, 2023
Faisal Salah
US actor Tom Cruise (C) poses with fans as he arrives for the Middle East premiere of 'Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One' at the Emirates Palace in the Gulf emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 26 June 2023. The movie is the seventh installment in the Mission: Impossible film series. EPA / ALI HAIDER
As it happened - Tom Cruise in Abu Dhabi for Mission: Impossible premiere

Hollywood celebrities joined the cast and crew for the film's first showing at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Film & TVJune 26, 2023
David Tusing
Cosplayers at the Dubai Esports and Games Summit at the Dubai Conference Centre. Antonie Robertson / The National
YouTube stars lead line-up as Dubai's GameExpo returns

YouTube stars will join a tournament pitting the Middle East against the US

Arts & CultureJune 24, 2023
Faisal Salah
The Nintendo Switch appeals to gamers who want an easy experience. Reuters
Which handheld console is best – Switch, Steam Deck or iPad?

From extensive libraries to retro nostalgia, here are the pros and cons of each

Pop CultureJune 24, 2023
Faisal Salah
Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2023 in Expo City. Photo: Dubai Esports and Games Festival
Dubai Esports and Games Festival kicks off with industry summit

Followed by a gaming expo for the public featuring tournament with influencers AboFlah and Miniminter

Arts & CultureJune 21, 2023
Faisal Salah
E3 was regularly used by gaming companies to make big announcements, including Xbox head Phil Spencer in 2015. Reuters
One year on, has the gaming world missed the yearly E3 expo?

The new system of separate showcases is streamlined and efficient, but lacks the charm and cringe factors

Arts & CultureJune 18, 2023
Faisal Salah
Ultimate Frisbee competitors on Black Palace Beach, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: Ultimate Frisbee competition grips Dubai

The second Seas the Disc event was held at Black Palace Beach

WeekendJune 16, 2023
Faisal Salah
Ubisoft made announcements for Assassin's Creed Mirage, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. Photo: Ubisoft
Ubisoft Forward 2023 highlights: Avatar and Prince of Persia

The company unveiled first-person shooter, stealth and side-scrolling games

Arts & CultureJune 13, 2023
Faisal Salah
A new Star Wars game, 1TB Xbox Series S and upcoming Fable title featuring Richard Ayoade were announced during the event. Photo: Ubisoft; XBox
Xbox Games Showcase 2023: Fable, Forza Motorsport and Star Wars

New Xbox Series S console will offer double the current storage space

Arts & CultureJune 12, 2023
Faisal Salah
From left, Wayne’s World; Goldeneye 007; and Superman 64. Photo: Capstone Software, Nintendo and Titus Interactive
Instant classic or game over, which films worked on consoles?

It can be hit and miss when developers look to the big screen for inspiration (just ask Atari)

Arts & CultureJune 10, 2023
Faisal Salah
A scene from the 1993 film Jurassic Park. Photo: Universal Pictures
Snappy birthday! Why Jurassic Park is no movie dinosaur

Steven Spielberg's classic has spawned five sequels and counting in the three decades since its release

WeekendJune 09, 2023
Faisal Salah
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