Author: Matthew Arcari

Matthew Arcari is the games and technology editor at The AU Review. You can find him on X at @sirchunkee, or at the Dagobah System, chilling with Luke and Yoda.

Hack and slash in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Set in feudal Japan, this hack-and-slash will pit you against various types of monsters; and it looks incredibly chaotic. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty comes from Koei Tecmo Games and we have no doubt it will provide a hearty challenge. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty will launch on Game…

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Top-down puzzler Cocoon revealed – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Top-down puzzler Cocoon was revealed this morning and is nothing short of mind-bending. You’ll traverse unique environments and use special orbs to progress forward. It’s admittedly hard to explain, but you can count us in. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: Cocoon will launch on Game Pass on day one in addition…

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Explore new worlds in Ravenlok – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

We received our first look at Ravenlok this morning, an action RPG that sees you traversing mystical lands as a young girl, sword and shield at the ready. It’s visually striking and reminds us a lot of Alice in Wonderland. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: Ravenlok will launch sometime in 2023…

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Ara: History Untold will be releasing on Game Pass – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Fans of the Civilisation franchise are sure to be excited by the reveal of Ara: History Untold, which sees you taking charge of all that unfolds before you, quite literally making history in the process. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: Ara: History Untold will be coming to PC Game Pass on day…

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Diablo IV Necromancer class announced alongside new gameplay- Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Diablo IV well and truly provided the goods this morning, with a gory and cinematic trailer highlighting the Necromancer class. The trailer is stylish and engaging, as we see our Necromancer behead an enemy to carry around their skull and raise the dead. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: The developer gameplay…

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Stealth-action game Ereban: Shadow Legacy revealed – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

We were given our first look at Ereban: Shadow Legacy, a stealth-action game that’s as fast-paced as it is stylish. Taking on a bunch of robot enemies, you’ll hide in the shadows and plan the perfect move. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: Ereban: Shadow Legacy will launch on Xbox consoles and PC…

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Embark on an emotional journey with As Dusk Falls – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

As Dusk Falls has been revealed, touting emotional journey with an engaging art style. Taking place after the events of a heist gone wrong, we deal with the fallout as our characters try their best to escape their dark past. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: As Dusk Falls will launch on Xbox…

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Scorn receives new gameplay trailer – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

We received yet another look at Scorn, the underworld first-person shooter which is as gruesome as it is visceral. We’ve received a number of looks over the past few years, but this one is as tangible as ever, as we also received an official release date. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below:…

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Unite the over-world in Minecraft: Legends – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

We got a first look at Minecraft Legends, a third-person strategy game set within the Minecraft universe. We’re not surprised the universe is expanding but can appreciate the intention to take the franchise in new directions. You’ll explore vast locations and take on a whole new threat that sees you playing out the legends that…

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Ark 2 will be dropping next year – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

  We got another look at Ark 2, with actor Vin Diesel once again making an appearance. The trailer was largely cinematic in nature, but we can safely assume a central narrative will guide the experience this time around. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: Ark 2 will launch sometime in 2023.

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Welcome Junker Queen to Overwatch 2 – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

We received another look at Overwatch 2, introducing a look at a new character, Junker Queen. Gameplay looks clean and fast, and we can’t wait to jump back into the battle. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below: The best part? Overwatch 2 will launch with a free-to-play early access period on October 4,…

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Flight Simulator: 40th Anniversary coming to Xbox and PC – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Microsoft Flight Simulator will celebrate its 40th anniversary with an expanded edition of the game, launching later this year in November. It’s never too late to take to the skies, with the recent Microsoft Flight Simulator proving you can indeed tech an old dog new tricks. Check it out for yourself in the trailer below:…

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A Plague Tale: Requiem is coming later this year – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

The highly anticipated follow-up to one of the most underrated games of the last generation of consoles has unveiled a new gameplay trailer. A Plague Tale: Requiem will follow in the footsteps of the original, as you sneak about, fight soldiers and avoid crowds of disgusting, plague-infested rats. Check it out for yourself in the…

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Riot enters new partnership with Xbox – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Riot Games has entered a new partnership with Xbox, bringing their biggest PC and mobile games to Game Pass, allowing for exclusive access to new and existing expansions and bonus content for their already popular lineup of games, including League of Legends and Valorant. While we’re sure this partnership is sure to grow in future,…

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Save the world from aliens in High on Life – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

If this isn’t wacky, we don’t know what is. Straight from the mind of Justin Roiland, co-creator of Rick and Morty, you’ll take on an alien drug cartel as you wield sentient weapons that converse with you as you play. Still not convinced? You’ll travel to strange new worlds in High on Life, an admittedly…

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Hollow Knight: Silksong is coming to Game Pass – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Is more Hollow Knight ever a bad thing? You’ll continue to hack, slash, jump and survive in Hollow Knight: Silksong. While it looks gorgeous, it also looks incredibly challenging too. This is undoubtedly a long-awaited trailer, and we can’t wait to return to the Metroid-Vania universe of Hollow Knight. Check it out for yourself in…

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Redfall receives a fresh gameplay trailer – Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022

Vampire hunting game Redfall received a new gameplay trailer, the first since its reveal last year. It definitely feels like Left 4 Dead with a consistent sense of humour. Although gameplay occasionally slows down for an added sense of depth through various approaches, Redfall seems like a safe bet; and we can’t wait. Redfall will be…

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Unwrapping the biggest announcements from Summer Game Fest 2022

Summer Game Fest has rolled around for 2022, providing many of the high profile gaming announcements we have come to expect with E3. With E3’s unfortunate cancellation this year, Summer Game Fest bears a hefty amount of weight on its shoulders. So we thought we would dive right in and wrap up this morning’s most…

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Here’s when and where you can watch the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase

With E3 cancelled once again this year, Xbox and Bethesda’s partnered games showcase is set to fill a large and highly anticipated portion of June’s Summer Games Fest. We’re fairly certain that if E3 went ahead, this would have been exactly the same showcase either way. Gaming fans can rejoice though, as we’re almost certainly…

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Asus ROG Strix Go 2.4 Electro Punk Gaming Headset Review: Compact design and solid audio

Asus’ ROG Strix Go 2.4 Electro Punk gaming headset largely delivers on its premium price tag, providing premium audio and a compact design. As the title suggests, it provides 2.4GHz support via a provided USB-C dongle and a bunch of customisation options thanks to the expansive Asus Armoury Crate software. While the Strix Go 2.4…

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 drops an action-packed reveal trailer

After what feels like months of waiting, we’ve finally been gifted a “world reveal” gameplay trailer for Call of Duty’s latest annual offering, the highlight anticipated Modern Warfare 2. The almost 2-minute trailer shows off a bunch of single-player gameplay as we once again join Captain Price and Task Force 141 on a daring, high-stakes…

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HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless Gaming Mouse Review: Solid value

The HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless gaming mouse enters the market as a wireless alternative to the already popular Pulsefire Haste. It is in that statement alone that most gamers will naturally gravitate towards such an option, as the Pulsefire Haste not only stands as a favourite for most esports gamers, but for those looking to…

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset Review: The undisputed champion

SteelSeries are no stranger to providing some of the highest quality gaming headsets out there. Their newest entry, the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, is a tremendous success for those looking toward the premium end of the market. Featuring Active Noise Cancellation, memory foam earcups and a dedicated DAC, there’s not much more you could ask…

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Sonos Ray Soundbar Review: Small and mighty

It’s no secret that Sonos has dominated the premium end of the audio landscape in recent years. Providing high quality audio and seamless connectivity, it’s definitely hard to argue with the results of the Sonos Arc soundbar or the Sonos Sub. Then there’s the price tag. While some may be put off by the expensive…

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Unwrapping PlayStation’s June State of Play stream

This morning’s PlayStation State of Play conference had more pressure riding on its shoulders than some may realise. With the cancellation of this year’s E3 conference and Sony’s absence from said conference these past few years, many would argue that June is the time to shine in terms of gaming announcements. That being said, Sony…

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Here’s when and how you can watch PlayStation’s June State of Play stream

PlayStation’s State of Play stream for June is all set for tomorrow on Friday 3rd of June, headlining some third party announcements, along with a line-up of various PSVR 2 games. PlayStation had recently announced that the PSVR 2 would be launching with just over 20 games. Given the stream will only last for 30…

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Asus ROG Strix Flare II Animate Gaming Keyboard Review: Jack of all trades

When purchasing a gaming keyboard, there are usually so many things to consider based on price point. Mechanical or non-mechanical keys? Is RGB customisation your thing? How about build quality? For the premium price point of A$349, the Asus ROG Strix Flare II Animate provides almost everything a gamer would want in a high-end keyboard….

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Evil Dead: The Game Review: Hail to the King Baby

The Evil Dead franchise continues to amaze me. From a campy independent film made by college kids, to one of the most successful horror franchises ever made, it’s seen its fair share of films, games, comics and even a recent TV series. It’s also worth noting that Evil Dead 2: Dead by Dawn is one…

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New SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Headsets Bring Active Noise Cancelling and Multi-Console Functionality

SteelSeries have today announced two brand-new premium headsets, set to bring with them a promising combination of versatility and features. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro and Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headsets will feature premium sound quality, Active Noise Cancelling, Bluetooth connectivity and an included DAC that works with Xbox Series X|S, PS5/PS4, PC and…

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Overwatch 2 PVP Beta Preview: A natural progression

The highly anticipated Overwatch 2 comes straight off the back of, what is in my opinion, one of the most successful runs a PVP shooter has ever experienced. Putting the internal Activision Blizzard issues aside, the original Overwatch has most definitely stood the test of time, continuously aiming to uphold the balance that it has…

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