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Harvey Smith and Ben Horne are building Black Pony Immersive, a small independent studio pursuing a hopeful, mysterious new immersive sim.
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass takes the classic cat-and-mouse duo into Chinese mythology, reflecting their decades-long popularity across Asian markets.
Chris Carter’s director’s cut of The X-Files: I Want to Believe is shorter, overturning the usual expectation that a director’s cut adds footage.
HBO’s Harry Potter remake will debut on Christmas Day 2026, with a new cast, an eight-episode first season and a fresh adaptation of Philosopher’s Stone.
X-Men ’97 features an unusual Jesse Ventura connection, while Apocalypse voice actor Ross Marquand was surprised by hearing his performance.
Hands-off previews of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis reveal returning mechanics, optional scanning, smarter enemies, puzzle-altering skills and costume rewards.
A GTA 6 preview reportedly revealed a random jewellery robbery that Rockstar developers had never encountered during months of testing.
Coyote vs. Acme takes an unexpected route, opening with the tension and atmosphere of a thriller instead of a traditional Looney Tunes short.
A reported L3 sprint command in GTA 6 has players worried about comfort, controller wear, stick drift and the game’s unfinished control options.
Thomas Mahler’s VideoGamesCritic gives Steam users two-thirds of its weighting and scores reviewers according to how closely their verdicts match player opinion.
Avengers: Doomsday began filming before its screenplay was complete. The Russo brothers explain their collaborative approach as Marvel reshapes its next superhero crossover.
1001: Threads of Mizan combines Arabian folklore, magic-carpet flight, colossal bosses and flexible mission progression in a polished Gamescom 2026 preview.
GTA 6 reportedly replaces Rockstar’s long-running tap-to-sprint control with an L3 click, but fans remain divided over speed, immersion and tradition.
Nexon is reportedly seeking a licence to develop a new StarCraft game, while Blizzard may be working on a separate open-world shooter spin-off.
X-Men ’97 season 2 continues in Marvel Rivals with Gambit and Rogue skins, launching on 4 September alongside mixed reactions from fans.
Pokémon Go’s tenth anniversary brings its first Pokémon anime crossover, with a goggle-wearing Charmander, themed raids and event bonuses.
Brütal Legend remains Double Fine’s boldest game, blending metal culture, open-world adventure and real-time strategy into a uniquely divisive experience.
Noah Jupe has joined Avengers: Secret Wars in a key role, prompting theories that he could play Franklin Richards or the powerful Beyonder.
Several older Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks now appear accurate, while other predictions remain doubtful or look like educated guesses about Rockstar’s open-world formula.
Final Fantasy XIV’s Nintendo Switch 2 launch grace period ends on 7 September, with separate subscription rules and FFXIV Coin payments taking effect.
A rare 2004 Torchic Star card has reached a $1.3 million auction bid, prompting debate over grading standards, visible flaws and collector value.
Seven years on, What Remains of Edith Finch still uses memory, mortality and two unforgettable lines to explore how families carry grief.
Stern has teased a Fallout pinball machine inspired by Prime Video’s series, with its price, features and editions still unknown ahead of the 3 September reveal.
Hit indie studios are turning their success into publishing labels, offering developers fairer deals and backing distinctive new games such as Rebounder.
Four unstable mutants are being turned into brutal Wolverine copies in a new Uncanny X-Men storyline beginning with issue #38.
Adam Wingard discusses Onslaught’s grindhouse influences, strange soundtrack, Operation Paperclip themes and the production lessons he carried over from Godzilla.
A free LEGO Pokémon giveaway featuring all eight Kanto Gym Badges is now selling above $150, with sealed sets attracting the strongest prices.
Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock lead Speed, the relentlessly tense 1994 action thriller now available to stream on HBO Max.
Geralt returns in The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, with a new island, a Dandelion-focused story, revised combat and lessons from Cyberpunk 2077.
PUBG Dednet is a fast, story-driven multiplayer FPS roguelite featuring persistent runs, bizarre abilities, tactical infiltrations and over-the-top character designs.
Ethan Hawke says he and Scott Derrickson are developing another horror project, but offers no clues about whether it follows Black Phone or Sinister.
Resident Evil 2 director Hideki Kamiya says modern Capcom horror has become too frightening, and wants a non-horror mode for Resident Evil Requiem.
The Witcher 3 designer Paweł Sasko reflects on the Bloody Baron quest, its powerful story, uneven pacing and lessons learned from later projects.
Follow this complete A Monk and a Saint walkthrough for The Blood of Dawnwalker, with clear day and night routes to St. Mihai’s crypt.
Follow every choice in The Blood of Dawnwalker’s “Someone Needs A Lesson” quest, including the Vasil and Atanas encounters, outcomes and 250 XP reward.
Use this spoiler-filled guide to begin “The Firebrand”, decide the soldiers’ fate, enter Stoneward Post and rescue Mert the Miller.
Follow Coen and Anca through the temple, survive the idol encounter, cross the ruins and choose who receives the Font of Life.
Complete the time-sensitive Blasphemy quest in The Blood of Dawnwalker, with clue locations, Premysl’s rewards and every outcome for Gremla.
After The Blood of Dawnwalker’s prologue, prioritise safer regions, movement abilities, corruption and quest lines that unlock powerful advantages.
Learn how sabotage, anger and infamy shape Brencis’ court in The Blood of Dawnwalker, including how to unlock vassal quests without unnecessary risk.
Learn how to raise corruption in The Blood of Dawnwalker, use Voracious Bite and blood vials wisely, and unlock every Hastened Corruption upgrade.
Learn how The Blood of Dawnwalker’s 30-day deadline, time segments, shrines and day-night powers shape quests, exploration and Coen’s progression.
Follow every ‘Page-Turner’ choice in The Blood of Dawnwalker, including the correct Latin answers, all 11 herbs and Anca’s romance dialogue.
Plan your morning in The Blood of Dawnwalker with a complete list of prologue quests, time costs and the activities worth prioritising before mass.
Master The Blood of Dawnwalker’s 30-day clock, protect vital characters, unlock faster movement and prepare Coen for his battle with Brencis.
Follow every step of The Blood of Dawnwalker’s Disturbed quest, from Crina’s graveyard request to Vladimir’s secret and Kvet’s final reburial.
Track every choice in The Blood of Dawnwalker’s Withering Away quest, including Anca’s herbs, Esme’s recipe and the Pieter duel.
Need help with Echoes of Silenced Bells in The Blood of Dawnwalker? Follow every route to the library, defeat Leonica and resolve the curse.
Find every sacred stone in The Blood of Dawnwalker, unlock Ravenous Flock and complete all four A Pilgrimage for Power trials.
While Sea of Sorrows remains planned for 2026, these seven games offer Silksong fans challenging combat, inventive exploration and distinctive metroidvania adventures.
The Witcher 3 remaster aims to overhaul combat, movement and exploration, bringing a free 2.0-style upgrade alongside new features and abilities.
Fall 2: Deadpoint replaces its tower with a terrifying mountain route, using practical sets, harsh weather effects and emotional stakes to raise the tension.
Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet has added Uncharted and The Last of Us veteran Robin Atkin Downes to its mystery sci-fi cast.
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The Coen brothers’ Oscar-winning neo-Western remains a masterclass in crime, tension and moral ambiguity—and it is available to stream free in Australia.
Dazed Games’ bizarre $5 fishing game How to Fish sells 1 million copies in two days, combining cooperative fishing, weapons and trickshots.
Hayley Atwell says Captain Carter’s abrupt death in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness failed to honour Peggy Carter’s importance.
PlayStation owners are staging a digital blackout over Sony’s planned end to disc production, defending physical ownership, resale and long-term access.
Rebel Wolves confirms a day-one 60fps performance mode for The Blood of Dawnwalker on PS5, PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X.
Final Fantasy Resonance combines HD-2D presentation, crystal-powered nations, classic summons and turn-based combat with heroes from across the series.
Rebel Wolves has confirmed a 60FPS launch mode for The Blood of Dawnwalker on PS5, PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X after player backlash.
Billie Piper explains that Rose Tyler is not the next Doctor, while the BBC’s competitive tender leaves Doctor Who’s future uncertain.
The M4, Kastov 762, ISO Nightshade and KG-7 Vulcan are the standout weapons in the Modern Warfare 4 beta, each suited to a different play style.
A new GTA 6 leak reportedly shows Jason at a nudist location, while detailed NPC models, pool lighting and a possible Lucia prologue attract attention.
Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust will receive a full North American theatrical release in 2027, alongside planned physical media and new publishing projects.
Honkai: Star Rail version 4.5 arrives after scheduled maintenance, with the Australian east coast launch set for 1pm AEST on 26 August.
Game Freak may eventually move Pokémon beyond its traditional turn-based battles, while Pokémon Champions preserves the classic competitive format for longtime players.
Gamescom Opening Night Live promises major reveals, including Final Fantasy VII, The Witcher 3, confirmed titles and several intriguing rumours.
A Spider-Man cosplayer confronted Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang during a Minneapolis protest, and both men were arrested after the clash.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Season 16 restricts Ranked Battles to Mega-Evolving Pokémon, with Mega Stones as the only held items and new ranking rewards.
Netflix has confirmed that Black Mirror season 8 is in production, with Charlie Brooker returning and no release date announced yet.
Gamescom 2026 runs from 26 to 30 August in Cologne, with Opening Night Live, confirmed games, Xbox broadcasts and streaming details for Australian viewers.
Unauthorised GTA 6 clips reportedly show an exotic dance club, a nudist town and possible Lucia footage ahead of the game’s planned November launch.
From Batman Who Laughs and Frozone to Helldivers 2 and Dragon Ball Z, these 17 Dream Con 2026 cosplays stood out on the Texas show floor.
The Gentlemen’s second season heads to Italy with bigger stakes, while Netflix confirms Guy Ritchie’s stylish crime drama will return for season 3.
The Witcher 4 will miss Gamescom, but CD Projekt RED says its Ciri-led open-world RPG is targeting a 2028 release window.
Messhof’s Blood Dungeon delivers a crude, fast-paced Vampire Survivors riff with platforming movement, online leaderboards, short runs and plenty of outrageous humour.
Arcana Unleashed broadens D&D character options with stronger subclasses, magical backgrounds and familiars, but its Deadfall adventure remains highly linear.
Blood Dungeon combines survivors-style progression with wall-crawling movement, maze-like arenas and arcade tension that rewards map knowledge as much as powerful upgrades.
Apocalypse’s mission is clear: challenge Professor X’s judgement and prove that Xavier’s decisions and ideals are fundamentally wrong.
CD Projekt Red has confirmed a 2028 target for The Witcher 4, while a new Witcher 3 expansion is expected to arrive in 2027.
The Duskbloods Network Test impressed with movement and visual design, but relentless PvP left this Elden Ring fan uncertain about launch.
Marvel’s surprise Lego recreation of the Avengers: Doomsday trailer retells the multiversal conflict without adding new film footage or story details.
Lifeweaver has vanished from Overwatch after a gameplay issue, leaving mains to cope with replacement heroes, competitive-match disruption and plenty of jokes.
Jason Statham once explained why he keeps returning to tough, physical characters — and why audiences continue to embrace his action-movie formula.
A new GTA 6 leak reportedly encouraged protests outside Rockstar and Take-Two offices, with one person filmed visiting Rockstar North carrying leeks.
The World Humanoid Robot Games promise elite machine performance, but their funniest moments involve unstable running, missed punches, breakdowns and unexpected smoke.
The latest GTA 6 leaks are being hosted through decentralised storage, while Cyberleek uses fan votes, cryptocurrency and a provocative protest demand.
Sony’s latest “Only On PS5” video reinforces its apparent retreat from PC ports, while rising console costs and digital ownership concerns add pressure.
Ichigo’s Blood Chains transformation adds a new layer to Bleach lore, prompting fans to debate whether he has multiple Bankai forms or one adaptable power.
Burden Street Station is a surreal Steam adventure where shapeshifting, painful memories and strange conversations turn empathy into an unforgettable investigation.
A Washington collector has lost more than 860 NES games in a burglary, leaving his nearly complete library and decades of memories gone.
D&D’s Queen Ehlissa’s Marvelous Nightingale returns in Arcana Unleashed, bringing powerful spells, forced honesty and a sinister Greyhawk mystery.
A reported GTA 6 gameplay detail suggests its day-night cycle could last more than two hours, with time influencing weather, missions and world activity.
Dokimon Quest is a colourful, Game Boy Color-inspired monster-taming RPG available to claim free on Steam before the limited-time offer ends.
Discord says it has not received Take-Two’s subpoena over GTA 6 leaks and will assess its validity and scope before sharing any user data.
A game developer’s plan to hide one needle among five million pieces of hay has become a viral gaming sensation before it even has a title.
Magic: The Gathering’s Command Tower returns in a Masters of the Universe Secret Lair design featuring Castle Grayskull and Snake Mountain.
From Earthsea and Tigana to Malazan and The Stormlight Archive, these ten high fantasy novels offer memorable worlds, heroes, villains and unforgettable quests.
Ang Lee’s 2003 Hulk remains a bold, divisive comic-book experiment. Now streaming free on YouTube, it is ready for a fresh Australian audience.
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