How to survive a religious doomsday cult
THE highly anticipated action game Far Cry 5 is out later this month — and it is really something else.
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Xbox teases next multiplayer franchise
THE creators of the upcoming Sea Of Thieves game hope it can be turned into the next big franchise for Xbox.
Girlfriend’s Xbox gift comes with a catch
STUDENTS’s Christmas gift to her boyfriend came with some rules which required him to pay attention to her, so he decided to share it with the internet.
The surprise best game of 2017
IT’S been a big year with some great games released, but a surprising title has topped the list of best games of 2017, according to news.com.au’s gaming aficionado.
The most unique present this Xmas
IF YOU’RE looking for a really unique Christmas present for music and gaming lovers, this digital card game which lets you DJ battle your friends is surprisingly fun.
‘Surprisingly dark’ return of Sonic
SONIC the Hedgehog is an icon of gaming, but the character’s latest game has a few surprises.
PlayStation’s unlikely secret weapon
THIS is a gamechanger for virtual reality gaming — one of the first affordable and critically acclaimed bits of consumer tech.
Best game of the year contender
The newest addition to the Assassin’s Creed franchise is an excellent game and with the summer holidays coming, it could be just what you’re looking for.
‘Beats being stuck in rush hour traffic’
FROM cornering to accelerating, drifting, braking or just generally driving, each car has its own character which shines through.
The $649 gadget you need to buy
IF YOU have purchased a 4K television and are looking for the ultimate hub for all of your home entertainment needs, look no further.
CoD WWII ‘inspired by actual events’
IF YOU like fast-paced gameplay and entertainment over realism, you need to check out the latest COD “inspired by actual events”.
The most ludicrously violent game
EXPLOSIONS, gunfire, grenades, giant robots, Nazi super science, alien conspiracy theories, and humour. This very fun game has it all.
The world’s most offensive video game
THERE is a brand new South Park video game. It has an R 18+ rating and is even more crude than you would have even expected. Warning: Graphic.
Most impressive looking game I’ve seen
FORZA 7 is definitely a candidate for game of the year and, in one area, it stands head and shoulders above the rest.
Game’s a lot of fun; it won’t ruin you
IF YOU want something stylish and uncomplicated to play that is still challenging, this indie retro-futuristic shooter game is perfect.
The new games you need to check out
IF YOU’RE a keen gamer, EA Sports’ FIFA 18 game isn’t the only thing that should’ve been on your radar lately.
The ‘spectacular’ problem with Destiny 2
THE sequel to the acclaimed space adventure game Destiny is out next month but will it live up to the hype?
Call of Duty’s ‘important’ decision
THE makers of the beloved Call of Duty franchise had to make a tough call with its new game, the developers tell news.com.au.
Most unforgiving opponent possible
THIS survivalist game really makes you feel like you’re lost in the Canadian wilderness, fighting for your life — while sitting in your loungeroom.
Agents of Mayhem review
AGENTS of Mayhemis set in a world where a villainous organisation has staged a massive global attack and you and a team of heroes need to fight back.
PlayStation’s hit new adventure game
IF YOU like adventure, exploration, and great shooter games then definitely get a copy of PlayStation’s exclusive game Uncharted: The Lost Legacy.
Super Mario meets Despicable Me
THERE’S a lot more to this Mario battleground combat game than first meets the eye.
The best gaming console ever made
MICROSOFT’S Xbox One X is still a few months away, but we can already say with confidence it will be the best console ever. Here are five reasons why.
Crash Bandicoot reboot is finally out
POPULAR PlayStation game Crash Bandicoot is making a comeback in a remastered trilogy, but with at least one significant twist.
There is now a new Xbox console
IT has been 12 months in the making, but Microsoft has used the world’s biggest video game conference to showcase the most powerful console on the market.
Why you should play RPG games
THE latest Dragon Age game, Inquisition is finally out. Will this finally push traditionally geeky RPG games to the masses?
Grand Theft Auto’s graphic sex update
THE Grand Theft Auto franchise from gaming company Rockstar is no stranger to controversy and the game’s latest update has continued its reputation to shock.
‘Tis the season to get in the game
New consoles, fresh accessories and more games than you could play in one holiday break: gamers are being wooed in a serious way this Christmas.
Aussie gamers crown a new king
NEXT-GENERATION games consoles have a new leader, with Sony’s PlayStation 4 revealed as the fastest-selling machine in Australia.
Crash Test: Best new games this week
GAME guru Cam Shea takes a closer look at Sunset Overdrive, Project Spark, The Evil Within, Borderlines: The Pre-Sequel this week. He says Sunset Overdrive is one game you won’t want to miss.
Game on: China to get Xbox One
US technology giant Microsoft will launch its Xbox One in China on September 29, becoming the first game console to enter the market in 14 years.
ISIS launches ‘virtual jihad’ on kids
EXECUTIONS in the streets. Gun-battles against American special forces. A ‘virtual jihad’ has been launched by the Islamic State through a popular video game.
The ridiculous $1000 shoes no one needs
WHAT’S one crucial feature you want on your next pair of shoes? An HDMI port? If you answered yes, you will love these. But probably not.
5th grader begs Microsoft not to ruin Minecraft
A PRIMARY school student has begged Microsoft not to ruin her favourite game after the software giant announced it had purchased the popular title.
ESPN: video games aren’t sport
VIDEO game tournaments have bigger prize money than most sports, sell out 10,000 seat arenas and have diehard fans. But apparently they aren’t a real sport.
Sony’s PlayStation Network is down after attack
SONY has confirmed that the PSN is down following a series of attacks from hackers on the network.
Why get a job when you can do this?
FOR many, standing on the podium at one of the top race tracks in the world was only ever a dream. Not anymore.
GTA gamers being ‘raped’ online
GRAND Theft Auto 5 adds to its criminal record with players finding a shocking way to rape others online. Warning: Images depict sexual violence.
Six life lessons video games taught me
FAR from the days of Pong, video games aren’t just games anymore. Their storylines and action can teach you some crucial life lessons, particularly for our reporter.
Son finds dad’s ghost car in Xbox game
EVERY now and then a ghost story comes along that touches the hearts of the sternest of cynics. This is one of them.
How these gamers became millionaires
PLAYING computer games is no longer a hobby, it’s a professional sport that comes with a prize pool worth more than $10 million.
The six Aussies about to take on the world
BEATING thousands of video gamers, these six aspiring drivers could be Australia’s next international motorsport champions. But can a video gamer really compete against the big guns?
Five worst gaming myths busted
THERE are many misconceptions around that gaming is completely terrible for you, but here are five reasons why gaming is actually good for you.
About time! Sexist rule changed
UPDATE: A rule forbidding women from entering a gaming championship has been revoked after a major outcry from gamers.
These are officially the best video games of E3
WE SAW dozens of great wallet tempting games announced at E3, but finally we know what the experts think were the best.
PlayStation boss’ favourite game
SONY Australia’s PlayStation admits his latest games aren’t his most special. In fact, it was something that was launched more than 30 years ago.
Revealed: This year’s biggest video games
BLOCKBUSTER games galore: the E3 conference is happening right now in Los Angeles, and these are the epic games that have come out of it.
First four Halo games are coming to Xbox One
THE rumours were true. Master Chief will be coming to Xbox One in all his next-generation console glory.
Watch Dogs: Bullets over broadband
REVIEW: Watch Dogs refers to hackers as modern-day magicians. That’s a good analogy for the bag of tricks we get to use, running amok in this huge and impressively-detailed map of Chicago.
New SingStar uses your phone as a mic
SONY is finally bringing Singstar to the PlayStation 4, but doing away with the traditional microphone and replacing it with your phone. Good idea?
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