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Zenonia 1 brings overhead combat, class-based character building and moral choices from its mobile RPG origins to an official Windows PC release.
Star Wars: Zero Company’s tactical systems impress, but its frequent Ovissian characters create a distracting visual problem across missions and base scenes.
A leaked Fatshark prototype reveals a playable online Scream game from 2011, years before asymmetrical horror became a popular gaming genre.
Star Wars: Zero Company brings XCOM-style tactics to the Clone Wars, but its most memorable story may be the mercenaries struggling to survive.
Tokyo’s 19.7-metre Unicorn Gundam has ended its public operation after almost a decade, prompting thousands of fans to gather for its final performances.
GTA 6’s nearly 27-minute Netflix showcase attracted 31.1 million viewers, topped film charts in 87 countries and passed 17 million YouTube views.
DC’s Superman #44 pits Clark Kent against a corrupted Black Lantern ring, raising the possibility that the Man of Steel could fall under Nekron’s influence.
Stephen King’s praise for Mike Flanagan highlights why Netflix’s The Fall of the House of Usher remains a standout modern Gothic horror series.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’s Switch 2 update adds eight-player split-screen, CameraPlay, faster racing, clearer visuals and a 96-course endurance challenge.
Scarlett Johansson’s unsettling science-fiction film Under the Skin has left Tubi and is now available to stream on Netflix in Australia.
Talky Tina remains one of television’s creepiest creations. Here’s why The Twilight Zone’s “Living Doll” still unsettles viewers decades later.
Find the Australian release time for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, plus a complete global schedule and the bonuses included with each edition.
Twenty-eight years on, Saving Private Ryan remains a landmark WWII film because its battlefield realism is matched by its powerful portrait of grief, duty and humanity.
HBO’s Harry Potter reboot appears to have started Season 2 production early, with casting changes and a planned adaptation of The Chamber of Secrets.
D&D’s Underdark may be ready for another official adventure, with playtest material, Deep Imaskar lore and R.A. Salvatore’s mysterious D&D Icons project offering clues.
From the thagomizer to smoking dinosaurs, these ten Gary Larson cartoons show why prehistoric creatures remain among The Far Side’s funniest subjects.
Viz Media’s 24-film Pokémon Blu-ray collection pairs themed discs with a Poké Ball display case, but its US$400 price may deter casual fans.
Star Wars Zero Company turns rising difficulty into a tactical decision, letting players choose which enemy upgrades to disrupt during Crisis Missions.
Overwatch’s Questwatch brings a live tabletop adventure to BlizzCon, with Matthew Mercer as game master and Daggerheart a possible rules system.
Doctor Strange investigates a multiversal nightmare in a new Marvel graphic novel from the team behind Abrams’ Dune adaptations.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’s free Switch 2 update adds eight-player split-screen, sharper visuals, quicker loading and CameraPlay support for online races.
A proposed $7.85 million settlement puts PlayStation’s digital pricing policies, retailer download codes and the future of game ownership under scrutiny.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen faces sharply divided regional feedback as its developers balance challenge, convenience, customisation and player choice.
Lego Skylines offers a more personal city-building experience, combining household needs, compact urban planning and detailed neighbourhood decoration.
Nexus Mods has acquired SteamDB, bringing the independent Steam tracking service and its extensive version history under new ownership.
Bruce Lee’s 1972 classic The Way of the Dragon remains a landmark martial arts film, and Australian viewers can currently watch it free on YouTube.
Pokémon Champions now supports mobile play at selected local tournaments, but flexible disconnect rulings have raised concerns among competitive players.
Secret Lair will continue testing 24-hour print-to-demand orders after the Hatsune Miku Commander deck helped address sell-out complaints.
Steam recorded 720 new game releases in one week, highlighting the platform’s accelerating growth and the challenge of being discovered in a crowded catalogue.
Capcom’s Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion introduces Boost Bracer, new Eastlands hunts and weapon abilities that could transform combat.
Caller of the Claw turns a devastating board wipe into a fresh Bear army, making Beorn the Fierce an even more resilient Commander choice.
A cow named FC CapitalCowPilot is using floor buttons to play EVE Online on Twitch, with cameras, commentary and plenty of unpredictable downtime.
A searchable Counter-Strike 2 chat database says 17.6 per cent of sampled matches contain slurs, raising fresh concerns about privacy and toxic behaviour.
A new report suggests Nexon may develop the next StarCraft game for Blizzard, with a sequel or shooter potentially revealed at BlizzCon 2026.
SteamDB has been acquired by Nexus Mods, prompting users to question whether advertising, subscriptions and other monetisation changes could follow.
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.
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