PAX Aus 202 is right around the corner, taking place over the weekend from October 9-12 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year feels crazier than ever, with new games to try, esports to watch, creators to chat to, interactive experiences to join and goodies to buy.
SEGA will have four playable titles
You’ll be able to play Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000, Alien: Isolation 2, Stranger Than Heaven and Persona 4 Revival!
Activision brings Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 down under
Visitors can jump on Modern Warfare 4’s multiplayer a couple of weeks before the game’s official release on the 23rd of October.
Final Fantasy XIV Online returns
Fans will be able to check out some Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay, and even create their own bracelet and snap a themed photo.
The experience will extend beyond the show floor with A Realm Reburned, a special developer panel featuring Localisation Director Michael-Christopher Koji Fox and Global Community Producer Toshio ‘Foxclon’ Murouchi.
The pair will reveal behind-the-scenes stories from their years working on one of the world’s biggest MMOs, all while taking on an increasingly fiery hot sauce challenge.
MWave wants you to build your own
Mwave is taking the concept of “build your own” very literally this year, bringing a sandpit and remote-controlled excavator to the PAX Aus show floor, letting you literally dig for prizes.
Aftershock is going bigger in 2026
Aftershock will be bringing new PC designs, playable games, new-release demos, creators, cosplayers, a racing simulator and show-floor exclusives.
At the heart of the experience is the Aftershock Journey Book. A limited number of attendees will be able to collect a book and travel through six themed stalls, gathering stamps along the way. Complete all six, and they’ll go into the draw to win one of two custom Aftershock PCs featured at PAX.
PowerA is bringing new 2027 controllers
PowerA returns with new controllers, headsets and gaming accessories heading into Christmas – but there’s also something much further ahead to get your hands on: the PowerA Meridian Flight Controller for Xbox and PC ahead of its planned 2027 release.
eBay Live will make its PAX Aus debut this year
For the first time, eBay Live is coming to PAX Aus, bringing live shopping onto the show floor with special drops, featured guests and live shows streamed throughout the weekend.
Fans can also grab a free Collectors Card, explore the eBay Collectors Club House, jump into the photobooth and unlock exclusive prizes from the Gacha machine, with giveaways and surprises across all three days.
The only Australian Red Bull Wings Cup Wildcard Pathway is coming to PAX Aus 2026
Red Bull is bringing the Red Bull Wings Cup to PAX Australia alongside EA SPORTS FC 27, giving fans the only in-person opportunity to secure a place in this year's national competition through the OMODA “Beat the Streak” Wildcard Tournament across Saturday and Sunday.
Race One of the World’s Rarest Lexus Vehicles
Get up close to one of the rarest Lexus vehicles ever made, with fewer than 200 produced globally, complete with a gaming-inspired cockpit.
You’ll then get the chance to put your skills to the test racing a virtual replica in the Lexus racing simulators. Climb the live leaderboard and compete for exclusive Lexus prizes and limited-edition Lexus drops across the weekend.
Ubisoft is bringing both Rainbow Six Siege and Just Dance to PAX Aus
Ubisoft will bring two forms of serious competition and serious fun to PAX Aus 2026.
The Ubisoft Community & Esports Stage will host the Rainbow Six Siege APL Oceania Stage Finals, with four of OCE’s best teams battling for a $40,000 prize pool and a coveted place at the Osaka Major.
PAX Aus 2026 will take place from October 9-12 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
