Unpacking Game Review: It’s A Moving Narrative!

Local Box enthusiast Amelia dives into the cardboard and packing peanuts of Unpacking... part block fitting puzzle, part home decoration, it's a very moving experience.
by Amelia BrownMay 11, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update: May 2022

Your monthly dose of all the gaming goodness that’s coming in May 2022. We do the work, so you don't have to.
by Dan MorrisMay 3, 2022

Faithful Remakes: A Pokémon Battle to Determine the Fate of the Franchise

The Pokémon franchise turns into an industry barometer. Tyler looks at Mystery Dungeon DX and Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl to answer one key question: what makes a video game remake worth our time?
by Tyler GrahamApril 26, 2022

Guybrush Threepwood, Mighty Pirate! is returning to Monkey island!

Look behind you! No, it’s not a 3-headed monkey, it's the new Return to Monkey Island game from Ron Gilbert that’s being released this year, and Maria can not wait to get back on the high seas with this new Monkey Island adventure!!
by Maria KinnunApril 22, 2022

Elden Ring: A Literal Pain In the Ass

After 100 hours and countless deaths playing Elden Ring it appears I’ve bruised more than my ego. Lower back gamer pain is real and here are some fitness games to help keep your body nimble for more punishment.
by Patrick SutherlandApril 13, 2022

Hey Rockstar, please don’t make any more open world games

Rohan’s been ruminating on all the open world games at the moment and, to be honest, he’s sick of them. Now he’s sitting Rockstar down for a chat about their condition before it gets any worse.
by Rohan ElliottApril 11, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update:  April 2022

April will be one of the slowest months for game releases, but also has a massive new Lego game that can keep you busy. Amongst others.
by Dan MorrisApril 2, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update: March 2022

Another month and another massive line-up of games releasing. How will we survive 2022. Just going to have to play them all.
by Dan MorrisMarch 2, 2022

Quickies on the Couch: Destiny 2, The Witch Queen Expansion

Is the new Witch Queen expansion for Destiny 2 worth the cost? Will it keep the game alive as it approaches its 5th anniversary this year? Stef Watson and some of her fireteam share their Week 1 reactions.
by Stef WatsonMarch 1, 2022

Dear Marvel’s Avengers, I Just Want to Play With My Friends

The FOMO is real when life keeps you away from playing an exciting new game with friends. Luis shares what endured trying to join his friends for a small sliver of time to play in the Marvel's Avengers free beta.
by Luis RezaFebruary 26, 2022

PAX Aus 2023: The Indie Revolution! 5 Games That Stole the Show

PAX Aus is the Mecca for Australian indie game development. Everyone's there for one reason: to play some really cool games. Join Rohan as he delves into the indie developer side of PAX with some of his favourite picks from three days on the show floor.
by Rohan ElliottNovember 9, 2023

One Year Later: Gotham Knights – Misunderstood Masterpiece Or Missed Opportunity?

It’s been one year since Gotham Knights was released and we’re still debating whether it is a misunderstood masterpiece or a massive missed opportunity. Join us as we Step Into The Knight and find out!
by Nick McKayNovember 7, 2023

Pikmin 1 + 2 for Switch: The Must Play Games for Pikmin Newbies and Veterans

Pikmin is a long-running RTS game from famed developer Shigeru Miyamoto, and now you can play the originals on your Switch.
by Dan MorrisNovember 5, 2023

Behind the Bloodshed: Exploring the Compelling but Flawed Story of Mortal Kombat 1

Ben talks about the story mode of Mortal Kombat 1, the newest entry to the hit fighting game franchise. How does it measure up to the series' long history of narrative marvels?
by Ben HazellOctober 29, 2023

Couch Soup Previews: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown – Prince of Persia Returns in Style

Prince of Persia is getting rebooted again, and this time it’s in 2.5D. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his first impressions on Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 23, 2023

An Unsettling Encounter: Anthology of Fear Review – Is It Really Worth It?

Anthology of Fear is a much anticipated horror game recently released for Xbox and Steam that's going to scare some but might not live up to the hype.
by Pagan PlaysOctober 21, 2023

Assassin’s Creed Mirage Review: A Homecoming for Die-Hard Fans or a Missed Opportunity?

"Nothing is true, everything is permitted". Assassin's Creed Mirage is finally upon us. Check out our review to see how it holds up.
by Jake BrownOctober 20, 2023

Couch Soup Previews: Star Ocean: The Second Story R

Sometimes, our next favourite game surprises us and leaves our jaws on the floor. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his first impressions on his biggest surprise from PAX Aus 2023, Star Ocean: The Second Story R.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 19, 2023

Couch Soup Previews: Super Mario Bros. Wonder – A Mesmerizing Journey into the Flower Kingdom

With Super Mario Bros. Wonder on the horizon, some of us couldn’t wait to give the game a go. Join Thomas Richards as he goes hands-on with Super Mario Bros. Wonder at PAX Aus 2023.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 17, 2023

Nintendo’s Wonderful Return to PAX Aus!

Nintendo made a wonderful return to PAX Aus this year, and we couldn’t be more excited. Join Thomas Richards as he chats with Kirsty Twohill about everything Nintendo brought to PAX Aus 2023.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 9, 2023

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