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28 days ago

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review - Truly amazing

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

by Sandfall Interactive

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a revolutionary JRPG with reactive turn-based combat, stunning fairytale visuals, and magical music. Minor flaws aside, this is Game of the Year material that proves the genre still has incredible potential.

RPGTurn-Based CombatAction-Adventure

Split Fiction: When two worlds and Genres Collide (So Did We)

Split Fiction

by Hazelight Studios

Split Fiction is a charming co-op adventure full of creativity, challenge, and heart. A must-play for anyone who loved It Takes Two.

Action-AdventureCo-op

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Review - Pure Cinematic Perfection

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Movie)

by Haruo Sotozaki

Infinity Castle is everything I wanted and more. Ufotable delivered 2+ hours of absolute visual perfection with emotional storytelling that had me tearing in theaters.

Anime

MMichael

9/10

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11/30/2025

Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.4.0 "The Last of the Druids" Announced - New Shapeshifting Class Finally Arrives

Path of Exile 2's next major update finally brings the Druid class on December 12. Transform into bears, werewolves, and unleash nature magic in this massive free update - plus there's a free weekend so everyone can try it.

By Michael

11/14/2025

Valve's Steam Machine is Finally Coming to Australia – And We're Actually Getting It on Day One

Valve just dropped a bombshell: the Steam Machine is coming to Australia at launch in early 2026, and for once, we're not getting left behind. This cube-shaped living room console packs six times the power of the Steam Deck, promises 4K gaming at 60fps, and here's the kicker – no subscription fees for online multiplayer. While PlayStation and Xbox keep charging monthly fees just to play online, Steam lets you play for free. With pricing still TBA but expected somewhere between $750-$1,000 AUD, this could be the console alternative we've been waiting for. If Valve can deliver on their promises and nail the price point, the Steam Machine might actually shake up the living room gaming scene.

By Michael

11/10/2025

What I'm Looking Forward To: November & December 2025 Game Releases

November and December are shaping up to be absolutely packed with exciting releases and expansions. From medieval mysteries to anime action RPGs, Roman empire building to Martian colonies, here's what's got me hyped for the next two months.

By Michael

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The Party Game That'll Have Your Mates Pointing Fingers All Night

The Chameleon

by Rikki Tahta

The Chameleon is the social deduction party game that'll have your mates accusing each other all night long. One player doesn't know the secret word and has to fake it while everyone else tries to catch them out.

The Cozy City Builder That'll Absolutely Melt Your Sunday Arvo

Town to City

by Galaxy Grove

Town to City is the cozy city builder that'll steal your weekends and you'll thank it for the privilege. Build gorgeous Mediterranean towns without grid restrictions, keep your voxel citizens happy, and lose yourself in one of the most relaxing games of 2025.

Management SimCity BuildingCozy

Physical: Asia Review – Ripper Show That Goes Cooked with the Replay Cuts

Physical: Asia

by Netflix

Physical: Asia takes the bloody brilliant Physical: 100 formula and cranks it up to an international showdown featuring elite athletes battling for national pride and a lazy $700k. It's engaging enough to binge in a weekend, with fair dinkum athletic feats and decent team dynamics, but gets bogged down by repetitive Korean drama-style editing that'll have you going "yeah nah, we got it mate!" at your telly. Also, absolutely spewing that Australia came up short in the death match.

Octopath Traveler II Review - Eight Stories Done Right

Octopath Traveler II

by Square Enix, ACQUIRE Corp.

Octopath Traveler II takes everything good about the first game and refines it. Eight unique characters with surprisingly dark, mature storylines that tackle revenge, slavery, corruption, and survivor's guilt.

Story DrivenRPGTurn-Based Combat

Razer Naga V2 Pro - Solid MMO/Productivity Beast

Razer Naga V2 Pro

by Razer

The Razer Naga V2 Pro is one of the best MMO mice you can actually buy. Three swappable side panels (2, 6, or 12 buttons) make it insanely versatile for gaming and productivity. Wireless performance is rock solid, battery life is decent, and the build quality feels premium.

Mind Over Magic Review - The Hidden Gem That Deserves Way More Love

Mind over Magic

by Sparkypants

Mind Over Magic is a criminally underrated colony sim where you build and manage a magical academy while battling a deadly encroaching fog. Published by Klei and fresh out of Early Access with its 1.0 release, it blends brilliant building systems, satisfying management gameplay, and turn-based dungeon exploration. Train mages, push back the fog with Dark Magic shields, and explore the dangerous Underschool beneath your school. It's Oxygen Not Included meets Hogwarts, but more accessible and genuinely tense. A hidden gem that deserves way more love

Management SimRoguelikeSurvival

Dave the Diver Review - The Most Addictive Game About Sushi You'll Ever Play

Dave the Diver

by MINTROCKET

Dave the Diver is the perfect blend of underwater fishing adventure and sushi restaurant management that shouldn't work but absolutely does. Spend your days diving into the mysterious Blue Hole catching exotic fish, then serve them up at night in your bustling sushi bar. With gorgeous pixel art, genuinely hilarious writing, and a constant stream of wild collaborations (Godzilla, Balatro, Dredge), this indie gem is ridiculously addictive. The crop farm could use more automation, but everything else is spot-on. One of the most unique and charming games in years

Management SimIndieAction-Adventure

Grounded: How I Went From Screaming at Spiders to Building a Four-Story Base

Grounded

by Obsidian Entertainment

A backyard survival adventure that challenges your instincts, sparks creativity, and turns everyday insects into epic encounters.

SurvivalAction-Adventure

Tavern Keeper Review (Early Access) - A Delightful Pour of Management Goodness

Tavern Keeper

by Greenheart Games

Tavern Keeper delivers a charming and detailed tavern management experience that's already impressive in Early Access. With its adorable cartoonish graphics, relaxing soundtrack, and deep management systems, it's a cozy sim that respects your time while offering plenty of depth. While the choice consequences could use more bite, this is already a must-try for management sim fans.

Management SimStrategyRPG

Extra! Extra! Read All About This Charming Media Empire Builder

News Tower

by Sparrow Night

News Tower delivers a refreshingly deep newspaper management sim set in 1930s New York. With its charming art style, satisfying progression, and well-paced gameplay, it captures the chaos and satisfaction of building a media empire. While the UI can feel cramped at times, the game's strategic depth and historical flavor make it a standout in the management genre.

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Cult of the lamb: A Divine Blend of Chaos and Cuteness

Cult of the Lamb

by Massive Monster

Cult of the Lamb masterfully combines fast-paced roguelike combat with engaging base management, wrapped in an adorably dark aesthetic. While the gameplay loop can feel repetitive after extended sessions, the charming characters and smooth mechanics keep you coming back for just one more crusade. The recent co-op addition sweetens an already compelling package.

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The Alters Review - When Space Drama Meets Perfect Game Design

The Alters

by 11 bit studios

The Alters is a sci-fi survival game that asks a simple but profound question: "What if?" You play as Jan Dolski, a construction worker who becomes the sole survivor of a mining expedition crash on a hostile alien planet. Using a mysterious substance called Rapidium, Jan creates alternate versions of himself - each shaped by different life choices he could have made.

SurvivalStory DrivenAction-Adventure

MMichael

8.5/10

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