Sony forced to delay PS5 over protests
Sony was expected to release new details about games for the upcoming PlayStation 5, but has been forced to delay because of the US protests.
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Facebook launches gaming app
The world’s biggest social media platform has rushed out a new app to take advantage of the video game streaming market against Amazon, Microsoft and Google.
Free games to stay inside for
Sony has announced an initiative to make staying at home more bearable as the world fights to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Next-gen PlayStation 5 specs revealed
Sony’s been behind Xbox in announcing details about its next-generation gaming console, but more details have been revealed on the technology that will power the next PlayStation.
There is a good type of Doom
The world seems doom and gloom right now, but if you’re stuck inside there is at least a new game of the same name to keep yourself occupied.
Next Xbox console’s throwback feature
The next-generation Xbox will play games going all the way back to the original console, but that’s not all it’s bringing back from the past.
Release date for game ‘like never before’
It’s likely to be one of the last exclusive titles for the PlayStation 4, and now we finally know when the long awaited game will release.
Frankenstein console sets record
The mashed-up child of a failed collaboration between Sony and Nintendo has set a new record for video games after selling at auction.
Xbox detail you really want to know
Microsoft has revealed the specs for its next generation gaming console, but the most important detail is yet to be announced.
Familiar formula still loads of fun
Joining up with friends to take on unending hordes of Nazi zombies is as much fun as ever in the latest addition to the genre.
Fan backlash over Warcraft reboot
There’s been a lot of hype about this update and some fans have been left disappointed. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t give it a go.
Bold change in iconic game sequel
The original game set the course for modern first-person shooters, but an upcoming sequel wants gamers to use their brain as well.
Only game your kids should be playing
In a sea of first person shooters, one title stands alone in its ability to not just entertain your child, but make them a better person too.
Get ready to feel really, really old
It’s almost guaranteed you spent more than a few hours of your childhood on one of these – which means we’ve got some bad news for you.
‘Best in years’: Verdict on new Star Wars
Forget the new TV show and the film coming out next month. There is another fabulous Star Wars story for you to experience first.
New game’s day and night difference
The latest addition to the Need for Speed franchise introduces some new gameplay mechanics, but how does it stack up with other racing games on the market?
Hit franchise launches new game
The latest addition to the Need for Speed franchise introduces some new gameplay mechanics, but how does it stack up with other racing games?
Long wait over for fans of popular duo
The Olympics come around only every four years and fans of this sport-inspired crossover have had the same wait.
Major contender for game of the year
It’s a big call to make, but this game is an experience unlike anything else, and you’ll be thinking about it long after it has ended.
Big surprise in ‘creepy’ new Mario game
Luigi is back in his own adventure in the spooky Luigi’s Mansion 3, but how does it compare to other Mario games?
Telstra’s surprise ‘Netflix’ gaming plan
Telstra has announced a surprise move into gaming as a service, and while it might be good value, of course there’s a catch.
Don’t get this game for the story
The 16th instalment in the beloved first person shooter franchise is now trying to make its players think, but not for very long.
PlayStation cult classic remake is a nostalgia trip
The original released before the turn of the millennium but now it’s been fully remade from the ground up for a modern experience.
New game lives up to the hype
The Outer Worlds has been generating a lot of hype. It’s made by a well-known and highly regarded developer, so there’s even more reason to pay attention.
New Plants vs Zombies game is a blast
The quirky shooter has come along way since its mobile gaming origins. Wilson Smith reviews the latest addition to the franchise.
Fan frenzy over new PlayStation details
After confirming a new gen console back in April, fans have finally been given a hint about what is coming.
What is the point of this game?
The highly-anticipated new chapter of this popular franchise is a disappointing tactical error that misses the mark.
Big twist in latest instalment of cult game
Yooka-Laylee is back in the Impossible Lair, but how does the new release compare to other side-scrolling platform games?
The huge change in new FIFA game
One of the most popular franchises ever is back for another year, and one big change makes it a “must have” for fans.
New date for long-awaited PS4 sequel
It’s the long-awaited sequel to one of PlayStation’s most beloved games, and we finally know when you can get it.
Surprising flaw in new video game
It’s been five years in the making and while the latest instalment in the Borderlands franchise offers some “bonkers” weapons, it has some major flaws.
Sneak peak at fan favourite
The latest instalment in this popular series is about to land and the good news is it’s not too late to get started.
Aussies finally get hands on new game
After months of testing, fans are finally set to get their hands on the full launch version of a new hack-and-slash action role-playing game.
Big thing missing from new Xbox
The Xbox One has been through plenty of changes and updates since its launch. But one thing has always remained the same — until now.
Lucky discovery behind revival of fan favourite
It’s been a decade coming but the Ghostbusters game is coming back, helped by a very random find.
Game-changing hint in Fortnite X trailer
The brand new teaser trailer for the popular video game has dropped, enticing fans with allure of reinvigorated gameplay.
Annoying flaw in new game
There is plenty of action in the latest chapter of this popular alternate universe series but there is one staggering oversight.
Secret behind hilarious new game
The creator was one half of the duo behind a cult TV show, so it’s no surprise this is one of the funniest games I’ve played in a long time.
Why this new game is worth your time
There have been a couple of attempts at bringing this mythical world to the digital screen and we may finally have something worth getting excited about.
New take on classic game
Who doesn’t dream of living an idyllic tropical lifestyle? The latest version of this popular game is surprisingly addictive.
Prepare to go bananas over this new game
My Friend Pedro packs a punch, chock-full of snappy action and offbeat commentary. Here’s what you can expect from all 40 levels.
Classic game makes a comeback
Remaking a beloved game is always risky with legions of fans to please. This one may just have done the impossible.
Sneak peak at John Wick game
Based on the hugely successful John Wick movies, there is a lot to like about this new game.
Game worth waiting for
The latest instalment in the popular Tom Clancy Ghost Recon series does not disappoint.
Your new obsession is on the way
The biggest gaming event of the year has wrapped up, and there is a lot to look forward to. These are the games you will want to play.
Keanu’s new Xbox game stuns fans
Keanu Reeves has sent gamers into a spin at an Xbox where new details about its next-generation console were revealed for the first time.
New Ashes cricket video game review
A Melbourne games studio has released the complete cricket simulation with its video game Cricket 19: The Official Game of the Ashes.
Game we are still bonkers about
It’s one of the oldest games around
This game is pure awesomeness
PlayStation’s virtual reality games might not be for everybody, but no matter who you are, it would be hard not to love its latest title.
Total War: Three Kingdoms review
Total War: Three Kingdoms recreates conflict across ancient China. But despite the epic setting, here’s why some fans of the series may be disappointed.
Game delivers on ultimate promise
There is plenty of exciting Nazi-shooting action in this one, even if it’s basically just a spruce up of a 2012 game.
Mad Max-inspired shooter underwhelms
The first-person shooting and gunplay is very satisfying, but there is one obvious thing holding back the Rage sequel.
The insane firepower of Borderlands 3
Fans wont have to wait much longer for Borderlands 3 with producers releasing the biggest instalment of the iconic franchise yet.
You’re going to lose hours of your life to this
If you like zombie games and you own a PlayStation 4, you’re going to want to make this your new obsession.
New Star Wars game announced
While half the internet is getting ready to return to Westeros for the final season of Game of Thrones, the other half are donning their Jedi robes.
Tycoon takes on the marijuana business
The popular Tycoon games have a loyal following, and the latest instalment takes gamers into some uncharted territory.
Sneak peek at new PlayStation VR titles
At a recent showcase event in San Francisco, news.com.au got an exclusive look at PlayStation’s latest push into virtual reality gaming.
The huge problem with online gaming
The internet has taken gaming to a whole new level, but it has also helped usher in a major frustration among dedicated players.
Washington DC like you’ve never seen
The sequel to Tom Clancy’s The Division let’s you explore a dystopian world with America on the edge of extinction.
Stunning game for your inner ninja
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to be a ninja, perfectly combining stealth and fierce swordplay, this brilliant game is for you.
Demon hunting game absolutely kills it
It’s cool, stylish and action-packed. Devil May Cry 5 is about to become your new obsession.
Vital detail missing from new game
It looks amazing with flying power armour and lots of enemies to shoot — but it needed one more thing.
New Aussie twist to popular game
Australia’s elite special forces are joining the roster of a popular multiplayer game — and Aussie players are excited.
The big thing wrong with new game
If you have an Xbox Game Pass, Crackdown 3 is worth checking out, but if not it’s probably not worth opening your wallet for.
Game puts series in whole new light
Far Cry New Dawn offers a brightly-coloured look at life after the apocalypse — and it’s definitely worth your time.
Early game of the year contender
The shift from underground to the surface has paid off for Metro Exodus, which offers a hopeful and action-packed tale of life after World War III.
Xbox Live crash gives gamers a fright
Gamers were hitting the panic button this morning, worried their console had packed it in.
The remake better than the original
Recent updates have divided fans but this new release ticks all the boxes and the good news is you don’t need to have played it before.
Metro: Exodus explores World War III
The latest game in Metro’s post-apocalyptic trilogy emerges from Moscow’s underground railway station, exploring life after World War III.
Gaming influencer misses out on final cut
Global gaming influencer Lachlan Power, of Brisbane, has had his scenes for YouTube’s end-of-year Rewindvideo end up on the virtual-cutting-room floor.
Lachy’s 10m subscribers all in a Fortnite’s work
Brisbane social media influencer Lachlan Power has become the first Australian gaming youtuber to reach 10 million subscribers – and has made his mark on online phenomenon Fortnite.
Review: New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe
The first major game release of 2019 has arrived and it’s a revamp of a beloved classic. So how does the New Super Mario Bros measure up?
The very best games of 2018
It’s been a fantastic year for games, with some truly fantastic titles debuting — and games reviewer Royce Wilson has put together his list of the top picks representing the best games of 2018.
Game Awards winners announced
This year’s Game Awards saw God of War take home the top gong. But the announcement of a new Far Cry has everyone talking.
Super Smash Bros Ultimate a smash success
The latest addition to Nintendo’s classic game series has taken some big risks, but are they enough to exceed its predecessors?
Open-world destruction derby a lot of fun
There’s plenty of chaos, destruction and exciting action to be had in Just Cause 4, but there’s a couple flaws that hamper the experience.
Countdown to Fortnite season 7
Excitement is high ahead of Fortnite season 7. Epic Games have teased its release today, sending the rumour mill into overdrive.
Massive event we can’t afford
More than 40,000 fans from around the world went to BlizzCon this year but only a handful were Aussies. It’s time for a change.
Red Dead Redemption 2 to move online
The developers of Red Dead Redemption 2 have announced its release as an online beta following the Wild West game’s major global success.
New Fallout game is a complete flop
Despite pedigree as part of one of the best role-playing games of the modern era, the multiplayer Fallout 76 ultimately fails to live up to expectations.
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