This month’s State of Play had a lot riding on it. With a plethora of live service games that have more often failed, Sony needed to hit this one out of the park. Fortunately, thanks to some solid third-party support, this State of Play has something for all types of gamers. Marvel’s Wolverine gives us…
I feel like I’ve mentioned it numerous times over the years, but I’ll mention it again; I’m a massive Bond fan. I’ll try not to let my bias get in the way, but as you could imagine, this is one of my most anticipated titles of the year. I watch the films regularly, have read…
Out of nowhere, Nintendo has shadow-dropped a dedicated Direct to announce a ground-up remake of the beloved Star Fox 64 (or Lylat Wars, as we Aussies remember it). Simply titled Star Fox, the highly anticipated return to the Lylat System is touching down exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25, slotting perfectly into…
In preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, EA Sports FC is expanding its experience with a new update for both EA Sports FC 26 and EA Sports FC Mobile. The update will include a brand new tournament mode, which arrives in FC 26 on June 4, just in time the World Cup itself. 53…
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt might be over 10 years old at this point, but that hasn’t stopped CD Projekt Red from announcing yet another expansion for the game, releasing sometime in 2027. The standalone story will take place after the events of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its expansions, Hearts of Stone and…
The Call of Duty franchise is switching things up once again this year, with the reveal of Modern Warfare 4. It was revealed in the form of a new, cinematic trailer, which shows the iconic Task Force 141, including Captain Price and the gang, caught up in a surprise attack from North Korea upon South…
It is no small feat to take over 30 years of cinematic history and turn it into a cohesive, brick-building adventure, but LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight manages to do just that. Moving away from the standard original stories of past iterations, this latest entry does the impossible: it successfully interweaves the overarching…
After months of anticipation, 007 First Light is here and in the hands of gamers and Bond fans alike. Here at The AU Review, we strive to bring you a wealth of reviews, including video games, in a relatively timely manner, in line with both review embargo dates and game release dates. So where is…
When Starfield first came out in 2023, I was so excited to play the game. I mean, I love open-world games, and I love space, so it felt like the perfect match for me. But I didn’t have an Xbox console or a desktop reliable enough to run it, so I abandoned the chance of…
PlayStation have just announced via a recent PlayStation.Blog post, that we’ll be getting another State of Play on the morning of Wednesday, the 3rd of June. The whopping 60-minute showcase will supposedly focus on several new and existing releases, with a fresh look at Marvel’s Wolverine kicking things off. We’ve outlined all the Australian times…
When Nintendo first revealed Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Nintendo Switch 2, it sparked a lot of curiosity. As I noted in my hands-on preview last month, what seemed like a simple romp has proven to be an engaging evolution for the series. Now that I’ve spent significant time fully exploring Mr E’s…
PAX Aus has announced that globally renowned game developer and MMORPG leader Holly Longdale will headline PAX Aus 2026 as this year’s Storytime speaker, sharing stories about shaping some of the world’s most defining games. With more than 20 years of experience, she’s an absolute veteran in the field and has had a hand in…
For what it’s worth, I’ve never been to Japan, but have certainly fallen in love with their cars over the years. Growing up, the JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) scene was massive in the early 2000’s here in Australia, and I actually knew a fair amount of people, be it family or friends, with these cars…
Since the launch of The Dark Pictures Anthology games, developer and publisher Supermassive Games has taken us through ghost ships, witch trials, and ancient temples. But with their latest entry, Directive 8020, the series finally blasts off into the dark, unforgiving vacuum of space, and the result is definitely worth checking out. With small, dark…
Through shorter gaming sessions and late-night chats with friends, I tend to stick with the current Call of Duty as my go-to live service game. While Call of Duty is always subject to a wealth of content through its dedicated store, be it new Operators, weapons, or Blueprints, there’s generally always something to invest in….
There are numerous games from developer Double Fine, which hold a special place in my heart. From Grim Fandango to Psychonauts and Brutal Legend, I was pretty much locked in when I heard Kiln would be their next game. In many ways, Kiln is a fun, charming and addictive multiplayer brawler, with a unique premise that takes…
Indiana Jones adventure games were a foundational part of my gaming DNA growing up. From The Fate of Atlantis to The Emperor’s Tomb—and yes, even both of the LEGO games—Indy has always held a special place in my gaming journey. As we touched upon in our initial review of the game, it was incredibly exciting…
Following his high-flying appearance in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Fox McCloud is officially back in the cockpit. During today’s surprise Nintendo Direct presentation, Nintendo announced that Star Fox—a visually stunning, ground-up reimagining of the Nintendo 64 classic Lylat Wars, is coming exclusively to the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25th. Promising a cinematic take…
Microsoft Flight Simulator might already be one of the most realistic and diverse video game experiences, and it’s crazy to think that it’s only getting bigger. In Update 21: Australia, we’re getting a massive look at the sunburnt country, with an absolute laundry list of new features: 30+ Hand-Crafted Points of Interest (POIs): Explore iconic landmarks…
I jumped onto the Invincible train later than most, but nowadays, I honestly regret that it took me so long. Without making this a review of the hit animated series, please, go and watch that show. Invincible VS, developed by Quarter Up, a new studio under Skybound Games, dishes up a 3v3 fighter that’s not…
It’s hard to believe we’re already in May, but it’s safe to say we’ve had a few hits on our hands over the past few months. From Resident Evil Requiem to the more recent Saros and even social sims like Pokémon Pokopia and Tomdachi Life: Living the Dream, there seems to be something for everyone. That…
Developer Housemarque are back with Saros, a spiritual successor to Returnal, which still stands as one of the best roguelite games available on the PlayStation 5. In many ways, Saros is a strong follow-up to Returnal, one that’s filled with incredible combat, polished visuals and an addictive gameplay loop. While Saros is its own experience,…
First announced back in 2020, Capcom’s Pragmata has been a long time coming. After multiple delays and years of lingering mystery, the sci-fi action-adventure has finally touched down. The good news? It was absolutely worth the wait. Pragmata fires on all cylinders, blending a wholly unique hack-and-shoot combat system with an emotional core that anchors the entire experience. It is…
When Nintendo first revealed Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Nintendo Switch 2, it was easy to write it off as just another breezy, laid-back romp for the younger crowd. But after getting some hands-on time with the game ahead of its release on the 21st of May, it’s clear that Nintendo has entirely…
Pax Aus is introducing Cosplay Land in 2026, serving as a brand new space dedicated to supporting and celebrating various cosplay communities, who gather at events like these. It will be located on the mezzanine level near the Clarendon Street entrance of MCEC and accessible via both stairs and lift over the course of the…
If you were drawn to Mouse: P.I. for Hire purely for its unique, rubber-hose art style like I was, I don’t blame you. Games like Cuphead and even Bendy and the Ink Machine have certainly popularised this art style over the past few years, but Mouse: P.I. for Hire felt different. Was it the subject matter?…
Hooray! Xbox Game Pass has been treated to a nice little price drop globally, with new prices hitting as of April. Here are the updated prices below: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate – Now A$25.95 per month (previously A$35.95 per month) PC Game Pass – Now A$16.45 per month (previously A$19.45 per month) Xbox Game Pass…
While there’s enough platformers out there to make your head spin, I find I’m always down for another. So when Konami revealed Darwin’s Paradox!, I needed very little convincing beyond its adorable protagonist. In many ways, Darwin’s Paradox! is a solid, charming and well-paced puzzle-platformer that might feel a little too straightforward at times, and…
It has been over a decade since Tomodachi Life first launched on the 3DS, and in that time, it has taken on something of a cult status. I tortured my family and friends recreating them in the original, sharing their mishaps on social media, absolutely overwhelmed with bizarre, hilarious clips of their tiny Mii characters…
I grew up as not only a huge gaming fan, but a huge comic book fan too. As you would expect, those two worlds would collide in video game form numerous times over the years, and upon seeing the titles included in the Marvel MaXimum Collection, I was about as sold as you could be….
