The hype train for Grand Theft Auto 6 keeps on rolling. It’s hard to believe we haven’t laid eyes on any official gameplay yet, but it’s a safe bet we’ll get a much better look later this month. Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look will hit Netflix on Friday, the 28th of August for…
Almost 3 years on from the game’s original release, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 will be receiving a free new update, adding 2 new suits, including the suit worn by Tom Holland’s Peter Parker in the upcoming MCU film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The update will also add a second animated suit, which is inspired by the…
2K has officially revealed the cover athletes for NBA 2K27. San Antonio Spurs Centre and the NBA’s first-ever unanimous Defensive Player of the Year, Victor Wembanyama, will feature on the cover of the Standard Edition. The Deluxe Edition will feature Indiana Fever Guard, 2024 Kia WNBA Rookie of the Year and three-time WNBA All-Star starter,…
Oz Comic-Con has announced its stacked line-up of international film, television and anime stars attending Brisbane and Sydney events this September for Oz Comic-Con 2026. These guests will include acclaimed actor Miranda Otto, along with voice actors Brandon Rogers, Lizzie Freeman, Adam McArthur and Griffin Burns, with each appearing at both the Brisbane and Sydney…
The Australian Speedrun Marathon 2026 (ASM2026), is set to return to Adelaide. The event will aim to raise funds for Game OnCancer, a Cure Cancer initiative, and will take place at the Adelaide Rockford Hotel, from Tuesday 14 July to Sunday 19 July. The event will look to build on the success of ASM2025, which…
PlayStation has announced via a PlayStation.Blog post that they’re ceasing disc production for all games releasing in 2028 and beyond. This is not only a huge blow for collectors of physical media, but a huge stepping stone into the next chapter of media in general, and possibly a sneak peek at Sony’s next console outing. Sony…
Grand Theft Auto 6 is certainly creeping towards its November 19 release date, but it all feels much closer given Aussies will be able to pre-order the game from midnight tonight. There are a few other bits of information recently confirmed by Rockstar Games that we should also mention. While we’ll get to the actual…
This September, Pokemon fans will get the chance to explore Brisbane’s most iconic locations in a brand-new way, with all your fave Pokemon in your pocket, thanks to the Pokemon GO City Safari. Details for the event are as follows: Location: Queen Street Mall, Brisbane, Australia Date: Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27, 2026…
While we have to wait a little longer, we now have evidence as close to concrete as possible: Grand Theft Auto 6 will indeed release later this year, on the 19th of November. Rockstar Games released a new trailer highlighting the game’s official cover art and an official pre-order date of the 25th of June. The GTA 6…
Yep, you read that right. Treyarch have announced, in conjunction with Iron Galaxy Studios, that Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are coming to the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in July. While we don’t have an exact date in July, we do know that both experiences will include…
It’s been a MASSIVE week with Summer Games Fest. We have had some sleepless nights with big game announcements and exciting release dates. Finally, it’s Nintendo’s turn with the release of their big announcements for the year. While people are yelling “OCARINA OF TIME REMAKE” at their screens, we were excited to see a huge…
The team at Frontier Developments has officially lifted the lid on the highly anticipated sequel to its beloved zoo management sim, unveiling a world-exclusive first look at Planet Zoo 2 gameplay during this year’s PC Gaming Show. Promising a significant generational leap in both visual fidelity and gameplay depth, the title is slated to launch…
It’s that time of the year again, and Summer Game Fest has rolled around to bring us all the latest video game announcements for the months and years ahead. While we miss E3, there’s no doubt the hype train keeps on rolling for us fans in June. So without further ado, let’s run through all…
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…
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 called The World’s Game, which arrives in FC 26 on June 4, just in time the…
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…
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 those on the latest video games, in a relatively timely manner, in line with both review embargo dates and game release…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Xbox Partner Preview might not be the first showcase you think of when you think of the new and exciting announcements for 2026 and beyond, but we were definitely keen on a few of the surprises shown off here. So let’s get started and unpack these announcements from the March 2026 showcase. HUNTER: THE…
It’s time to start planning our favourite time of the year again! PAX Aus is BACK with a new theme, the same venue, and the same good times for gamers across three spectacular days from 9-11 October at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event is the grand finale of Melbourne International Games Week,…
While we knew that Marvel’s Wolverine would be landing sometime later in 2026, Insomniac Games has revealed this morning that it will now be launching on the 15th of September, exclusively on the PlayStation 5. Let's cut to the chase: Marvel's Wolverine launches September 15, 2026. Wishlist #WolverinePS5 now: https://t.co/xS7hTug5uQ pic.twitter.com/CSylQtBBce — Insomniac Games (@insomniacgames)…
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and AWR Music Productions have announced that the internationally acclaimed concert experience Distant Worlds: music from Final Fantasy will be held at Melbourne’s Hamer Hall from the 23rd to the 25th of July. The concert, performed by The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, will feature various themes and songs from the Final Fantasy franchise,…
We were certainly warned earlier in the week about this particular PlayStation State of Play stream, that it would showcase a whopping 60 minutes of upcoming titles. If I’m being honest, given the uncertainty around PlayStation’s upcoming slate of first and third-party titles, I think they nailed it with one of their finest showcases yet….
It’s the week of Valentine’s Day, and if you are looking for the ultimate Valentine’s gift for the gamer in your life, Nintendo and Godiva have you covered with the launch of the Animal Crossing collection. The collection features four collectible boxes that combine Godiva chocolate with Animal Crossing characters and items. The cute and…
