Video Games

Splatoon Raiders is a fantastic step forward for the franchise

Splatoon Raiders is the latest instalment in the Splatoon series; traditionally a multiplayer PVP experience, but developer Nintendo EPD has switched things up this time around and created a single-player campaign, with multiplayer elements that can add that classic Splatoon experience for fans of the original three games. While these elements don’t always work together…

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NBA 2K27’s cover athletes have been revealed

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,…

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Oz Comic-Con announces guest line-up for Brisbane and Sydney events

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…

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Digimon Story Time Stranger feels like the perfect fit for the Nintendo Switch 2

While both were prominent in the 90’s and early 2000’s while I was growing up, there’s no doubt that Pokémon and Digimon always went hand in hand. It’s not to say that one copied the other, and while Pokémon came out first, I felt as though I was always watching one anime show after the other each…

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The Australian Speedrun Marathon will return to Adelaide in 2026

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…

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Echoes of Aincrad is a fair attempt at a fresh take for the Sword Art Online franchise

I’ve never been a massive fan of the Sword Art Online franchise, but have followed it loosely over the years, across a few novels, and more recently, the wildly popular anime series. For what it’s worth, there’s an incredibly dense and unique world on offer, complete with memorable characters and several great story arcs. The…

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Hands-On Preview: The Blood of Dawnwalker has its teeth in us already

There’s a heavy, atmospheric dread that permeates every corner of The Blood of Dawnwalker. It’s a familiar and almost cosy feeling that fans of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will find instantly familiar, yet there’s a new, sharper edge here. The new game is being developed by Rebel Wolves, a new studio founded by the…

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Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is certainly worth checking out

I’m lucky enough to have collected a copy of the original Xenoblade Chronicles on the Nintendo Wii, which has become a bit of a collector’s item over the years. Even so, I remember playing it all those years ago, and while I was much younger, never truly appreciated just how good the storytelling and gameplay…

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PlayStation announces disc production ending in 2028 for new games

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…

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EA Sports UFC 6 goes with the flow in another solid outing

If you’re a UFC fan, or happened to read our review of EA Sports UFC 5, then you might already know that the last instalment is the gold standard when it comes to UFC games. While I’m more of a boxing fan, UFC 5 was actually one of the few games I was still playing…

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Game Preview: Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations is more than just DLC

We got the chance to review Doom: The Dark Ages earlier last year upon its release, and for the most part, had a bunch of fun with it. It’s violent, fast-paced and utterly addictive, so when we saw the reveal of the new chapter, titled Revelations, it was safe to count us in. We got…

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Rhythm Paradise Groove wants you to feel the beat

Nintendo’s weirdest and most wonderful rhythm series is back with Rhythm Paradise Groove, and it’s a beat that both long-time fans and newcomers will find hard to resist. One of the most impressive technical feats this time around is the seamless transition between hardware; whether you are playing on the original Nintendo Switch or stepping…

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Hands-On Preview: Splatoon Raiders is keeping things fresh and fun

While fans are naturally curious about the eventual arrival of Splatoon 4, Nintendo has decided to take us on a detour that feels less like a spin-off and more like a massive leap forward for the popular series that has been strictly multiplayer until now. I recently went hands-on with Splatoon Raiders, and if you’ve…

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How you can survive the night with Netflix’s new interactive thriller Unhinged

Netflix is expanding its gaming slate with Unhinged, an immersive interactive thriller that transforms your smartphone into your only lifeline as you attempt to survive a terrifying night trapped inside a dark apartment building. Launching exclusively on Netflix on June 30th, Unhinged comes from Night School Studio, the acclaimed developers behind Oxenfree and Oxenfree II:…

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Star Fox is a cinematic flight into the next generation

It has been a long wait for Fox McCloud to return to the cockpit, but Star Fox on the Nintendo Switch 2 proves that some things are definitely worth the wait. The game takes full advantage of the massive leap forward in power offered by Nintendo’s new hardware; this entry doesn’t just reboot the franchise,…

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Here’s what you should know before Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders go live at midnight tonight

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…

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Dark Scrolls had me wishing it was a better game

Yes, this game is indeed named with a reference. Tongue-in-cheek and packed with charm, Dark Scrolls is a cheeky and fast-paced sidescrolling fantasy adventure – complete with multiple routes, secrets, and a pile of selectable characters. Plus screens filled with enjoyably stressful enemies. Unfortunately, the game’s lack of polish and quality-of-life features drags it down,…

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Pokémon GO City Safari is coming to Brisbane this September

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…

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Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-order date revealed along with official cover art

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…

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 are coming to PlayStation in July

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…

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Hands-On Preview: Hot Wheels Infinite Rush is shaping up to a bunch of fun

One of the surprise announcements from this year’s Summer Game Fest is the next instalment in the Hot Wheels series titled Infinite Rush. As a massive fan of the series so far, with the last two games offering a very solitary experience, Infinite Rush completely throws this formula out the window and sets the formula…

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Hands-On Preview: Rhythm Paradise Groove keeps the beat alive

For some, the concept of the Rhythm series might be a hard sell on paper. It relies on the most simplistic controls imaginable—often just a single button press perfectly in time with a beat. But after getting hands-on with Rhythm Paradise Groove, arriving on the Nintendo Switch this July, it’s clear that the magic is in…

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Everything Announced at the June 2026 Nintendo Direct

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…

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First look at Planet Zoo 2 revealed, showcasing next-generation simulation and conservation efforts

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…

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Everything Announced at the XBOX Games Showcase 2026

XBOX has released their new showcase. After a massive shift in management over the last few months, we have seen new Asha Sharma come in and take the company back to its gaming core and win the fanbase back. Today’s showcase only affirmed the company’s new direction that will potentially take XBOX back to being…

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Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026

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…

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Everything announced at the June 2026 PlayStation State of Play

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…

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007 First Light is not only an incredible adventure, but a charming love letter to the franchise

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…

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Hands-On Preview: Star Fox looks like the next best thing to grace the Nintendo Switch 2

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…

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EA Sports FC will bring 50+ authentic national teams in new update

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…

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