The Ultimate Guide to Gaming
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Gaming.
What to know about Gaming
Gaming encompasses a vast world of interactive entertainment that appeals to millions across New Zealand and beyond. From thrilling single-player adventures to competitive multiplayer battles, gaming offers diverse experiences that captivate players of all ages and interests.
Our stories cover the latest game releases, in-depth reviews, and hands-on experiences with both software and hardware, providing insights that help readers make informed choices. Whether you're into high-octane racing titles like F1 24, immersive RPGs such as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, or exploring imaginative worlds through indie gems, our coverage connects you to the vibrant gaming culture.
Beyond games themselves, we delve into related topics like gaming gear, from advanced controllers and headsets to powerful gaming laptops and consoles. We also address issues affecting gamers today, including online safety, cyberbullying, and the impact of emerging technologies like virtual reality. For those looking to stay ahead of trends or simply enjoy great gaming moments, our Gaming tag is your gateway to all things gaming.
Australian Gaming News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Samsung launches three foldables in Australia for users
Australians can now pick from slimmer foldables as Samsung broadens the category beyond early adopters with three models for work, media and portability.
Logitech G unveils 15 new gaming & creator products
Professional gamers and streamers get new gear and software as Logitech G broadens its range into sim racing and lower-priced devices.
Gaming shapes workplace tech buying, Logitech study finds
Australian IT buyers are increasingly basing workplace tech choices on gaming-led expectations for speed, usability and reliability.
Australian dads think they're better gamers than kids
A Logitech G survey shows gaming has become a regular family activity in Australia, with dads more likely than mums to rate themselves as better than their children.
Game review: Mortal Shell II (PS5)
The sequel's faster, stamina-free combat and tougher runbacks will test soulslike fans on PS5, even as its eerie visuals impress.
Samsung targets changing TV habits with portable Movingstyle
Australian homes are driving demand for moveable screens as Samsung's new 27-inch set targets gaming, workouts and work.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Gaming
Reviews
Game review: Minecraft Dungeons II (Xbox Series X)
Game review: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave (Switch 2)
Game review: Dune: Awakening (PS5)
Game review: Onimusha: Way of the Sword (PC)
Game review: Culdcept: The First Saturn Tribute (Xbox Series X)
Game review: Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark (Nintendo Switch 2)
Game review: NBA 2K27 (PS5)
Game review: Marvel's Wolverine (PS5)
Game review: Hot Wheels Infinite Rush (Xbox Series X)
Expert Columns
AI is redefining what your PC can do
World IP Day: Why IP is the backbone of sporting brands' success
KYC for online gambling & gaming in Australia: A compliance guide
How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds
Has AAA gaming left portable too late?
From video games to AI visibility: How women in tech can build authority through PR
The female economy isn't niche - It's the growth engine
Game review: Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (Switch 2)
Beyond the console: Why women shaping gaming cultures are shaping the future of technology
How UA financing levels the playing field in mobile
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Gaming News
Riot brings VALORANT Laneways pop-up event to Melbourne
The free two-day event gives Australian and New Zealand players an early chance to try the console version during Melbourne International Games Week.
Zip sees stronger spend on bills & household costs
Cost-of-living pressures pushed more Australians to use Zip for bills, insurance and home maintenance, lifting spend per customer 15.4%.
Cheating costs games studios revenue, survey finds
Revenue and player retention are being hit as cheats become a USD $8.5 billion business, according to a survey of 250 developers.
Tech Race Summit explores personalisation, AI and cybersecurity
AI and personalisation are reshaping Softswiss's product, engineering and security priorities as the group warns of higher cyber risk and tighter data demands.
MVB Bank adopts Kobalt AI for fintech risk oversight
Banks are under pressure to document third-party checks more consistently as regulators scrutinise fintech partnerships and marketing compliance.
Infoblox warns of scam gambling risks in ANZ traffic
Security teams in Australia and New Zealand face hidden fraud and malware risks from gambling sites that can mask illegal deposits and scam withdrawals.
Half of Australians identify as gamers, Havas finds
The survey points to tighter rules, stronger brand scrutiny and gaming's growing role in how Australians socialise, learn and spend.
Bitget & UNICEF launch youth financial literacy module
Young learners will get free lessons on budgeting, credit and blockchain as the partnership targets financial skills in emerging economies.
MrBeast tops impersonation scams, Malwarebytes says
Fraudsters are timing texts for lunch and Fridays, as MrBeast led impersonation scams in Malwarebytes' three-month global study.
Appcharge study finds local acquiring lifts gaming payments
Local banks approved in-country gaming payments 8.4 percentage points more often than cross-border routes, Appcharge said.
EA, Ubisoft & Embark back NVIDIA's RTX Spark games
Support for NVIDIA's new RTX Spark platform is widening, with EA, Ubisoft and Embark adding mainstream titles ahead of its launch later this year.
Asus opens Australian pre-orders for limited Ally X20
Australian buyers can now pay AUD $2,499 for Asus's anniversary handheld, which adds an OLED screen and revised controls at the top of the Ally range.
OpenAI gives AUD $5.5m credits to Australian founders
The credits could help Australian startups offset early AI costs as OpenAI races rivals to win long-term loyalty from founders.
ZBD launches games payments platform for PC & console
Developers can now keep deposits, rewards and player payouts inside their own titles as ZBD widens its payments push beyond mobile gaming.
NVIDI adds Firefox support to GeForce NOW browser
The browser-only option broadens access to cloud gaming on locked-down Windows devices, with Ultimate members able to stream at up to 1440p and 120 fps.
8BitDo FlipPad lands in Europe for portrait mobile games
European mobile gamers now have a £24.99 wired option for portrait play, as the FlipPad lands with iPhone and Android support.
Honeycomb launches Foxtrot Takeoff Kit for sim pilots
Buyers can now get stick and throttle controls in one package, as Honeycomb targets home sim pilots wanting a more flexible setup.
VibeBlitz game jam crowns Idle Tactics as first winner
More than 250 entrants tested AI game-making tools in a contest that spotlighted the challenge of turning prototypes into playable releases.
Discs will become relics of the past as gaming goes digital
Gamers face higher prices and less secure ownership as Sony and Microsoft move towards digital-only releases by 2028.
NVIDIA launches Linux GeForce NOW app with cloud tweaks
Linux gamers will get smoother access to streamed titles, as Nvidia moves GeForce NOW out of beta and trims cloud gaming lag.
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