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Photos of the PS5 submitted for regulatory approval show a huge console.

Big problem facing PS5 fans

Lucky gamers who manage to get their hands on the new PS5 console when it goes on sale in November could face another challenge.

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NBA 2K21 lets you play as your favourite basketballers. Picture: Steam Community

Glaring omission in latest NBA game

An annual iteration of a long-running franchise brings the usual minor tweaks, and leaves out something much bigger.

JB Hi-Fi paused pre-orders after exhausting its allocation.

‘FOMO’: Xmas concern for console launch

If you want to get one of the next generation consoles before the end of the year it looks like you’ll have to be quick.

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War

Play the next Call of Duty early

The next instalment in the iconic franchise isn’t releasing until November, but some lucky gamers can play it this weekend.

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This handout image released by Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc on June 11, 2020 shows the PlayStation 5 console. - Sony on June 11 gave the world the first look at its upcoming PlayStation 5, along with a glimpse at action-packed games being tailored for the next-generation consoles. The Japanese consumer electronics giant did not reveal pricing or a launch date for the PS5, which will take on a new Xbox Series X from Microsoft when the rival consoles hit the market later this year. (Photo by - / Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT

Revealed: When you can get the PS5

Sony has finally announced its PS5 will launch days after Microsoft’s Xbox. Here’s when you can get the new console.

FAST: The Xbox Series X is said to be eight times faster than the old Xbox One.

How to get new Xbox, games for free

The race is on to secure one of 10 new Xbox Series X consoles which Telstra is giving away in an online scavenger hunt. Here’s where some have been found.

This handout image released by Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc on June 11, 2020 shows the PlayStation 5 console. - Sony on June 11 gave the world the first look at its upcoming PlayStation 5, along with a glimpse at action-packed games being tailored for the next-generation consoles. The Japanese consumer electronics giant did not reveal pricing or a launch date for the PS5, which will take on a new Xbox Series X from Microsoft when the rival consoles hit the market later this year. (Photo by - / Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT

Mystery persists over PS5 release

While Xbox has revealed when we can get out hands on their new console, the release of the Sony’s PS5 is still shrouded in mystery.

The Xbox Series S and Series X consoles will release in November.

When you can get new Xbox consoles

Xbox has revealed it will release not one but two next-gen consoles and we now know how much both consoles will cost at launch.

The Xbox Series S Console

Xbox answers most important question

The console wars are heating up ahead of a release promised for later this year, but Xbox have taken an early lead by finally answering some questions.

Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1+2 remake review and early impressions.

Ultimate makeover for beloved skate game

Bringing back a famous series is always a risky move but this one is going to be a winner with fans and those who have never played it before.

SA child Thomas Couzner (l) with brother Brodie (r) playing Sony Playstation 2 electronic game console at Myer department store 27 Nov 2000.

Disappointment for loyal fans of PS5

Gamers have stayed loyal to PlayStation consoles for over 25 years, but those who expected that to be rewarded are likely to be disappointed.

Sam Newman is on the steps at Spring St with his golf bag waiting for Dan Andrews to ask why Victorians can’t play golf. Picture: Instagram

New fix for Newman’s golf woe

The former Footy Show host complained long and hard about not being able to play golf but there’s a new fix for his “problem”.

The new tower sticks out like a sore-thumb in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. Picture: Twitter

‘Mistake’ sees tallest tower appear in Melb

A 212-storey tower has mistakenly cropped up in a virtual Melbourne, and people are flying from all over the world to see it.

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While it's good news for some, it might be worse news for everyone else.

Huge catch in PS5 pre-order

Sony has surprised everyone by throwing open pre-orders for the next generation console, and that could be a worrying sign.

The new look Xbox Series X interface will also roll out to previous versions of the console.

First taste of new Xbox experience

Xbox gamers have a chance to experience one feature of the new console ahead of everyone else as an update rolls out around the world.

The Atari VCS console will launch later this year.

Icon’s new threat to gaming consoles

The world is waiting for the new Xbox and PS5 consoles, but a challenger from an iconic game brand could give them a run for their money.

In this instance Big Brother is an apple with a worm in it, do you get it?

Fortnite’s petty shot in Apple war

The developer of Fortnite is suing Apple, and using one of the tech giant’s most iconic moments to talk about it.

Screenshot of the videogame Skater XL for Hibernation

Skating game is a glitchy mess

Skateboarding games are back and popular in a big way – but is the Tony Hawk wannabe Skater XL worth the hefty price?

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Marvel’s Avengers, co-developed by Crystal Dynamics and Eidos Montreal and published by Square Enix, is due out on September 4 for PC and Consoles.

Marvel heroes here to save 2020

It’s been more than a year since the last Marvel movie, but there’s a new game coming to save us from this awful year that is 2020.

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It wouldn't be an Xbox console without the Master Chief making an appearance.

Xbox shows off next console games

Xbox has shown off some of the games it hopes can help it take the lead in the console wars as the launch date edges closer.

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Games heading to next-gen Xbox

We’re about to get out first look at some of the new games heading to the next generation of Microsoft’s Xbox console.

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A user asked US Army eSports Twitch channel what their favourite war crime was shortly before being banned.

New way military is targeting kids

There are a lot of different jobs you can get joining the military. One of them is playing video games to get more kids to join too.

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Groom spends $11k wedding money on PC

A woman has turned to the internet for help, accusing her fiance of spending all their wedding money on a distracting new purchase.

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Some of the messages sent to Last of Us writer Neil Druckmann. Picture: Twitter

‘Go die’: Fans’ hate spirals out of control

One of this year’s most critically acclaimed pieces of entertainment is also its most hated. Its creators are copping a deluge of vile messages.

Crucible only launched about six weeks ago.

Amazon’s embarrassing game fail

Amazon has been forced to pull a free-to-play video game it only released around a month ago so that it can finish being made properly.

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Scene from the videogame The Last of Us 2, for Sony PS4.

Why The Last of Us, Part II is a PlayStation must-have

The Last of Us, Part II is one of most powerful and brilliant games ever, with characters more interesting and complex than usual, but it certainly isn’t for everyone.

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The Last of Us Part Two game review

‘The best game of the year so far’

Following up on one of the greatest games of all times is a huge task, so can The Last of Us Part Two live up to its predecessor?

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Memes have already begun circulating mocking the PS5's design.

World reacts to new PS5 console

Sony has sent the gaming world into a spin this morning showing off new games coming to the PS5, and finally revealing what it will look like.

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The PS5 and some of its accessories.

New PlayStation design revealed

Sony has given a sneak preview of the games coming to PS5 over the next few years as it prepares for an end of year launch.

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New date for postponed PS5 event

Sony is about to give a first look at the games we’ll be playing on the next-generation of consoles.

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