Sony has launched a new model of the Playstation 5. The new look, slim PS5 Console has the same power as previous models, and is essentially the same technology packed into a smaller form factor. So how much smaller is it? Well the new PS5 disc and digital edition has been reduced in volume by more than 30%, and weight[Read More…]
You can get hands on with the new Atari 2600+ games console this week at PAX Aus in Melbourne. PLAION, a global leader in video game publishing and development, has teamed up with Atari, one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and creators of interactive entertainment, to announce the global availability of pre-orders for the Atari 2600+ – a[Read More…]
What do you think is more popular…the AFL Grand final…or Video games? According to the Australia Plays 2023 report from the Interactive Games & Entertainment Association and Bond University Video Games win hands down. The data revealed that 81% of Australians engage with video games (up 14 percent from the previous report)—outpacing the 56% who watched the AFL Grand Finals. [Read More…]
Unique game development, storytelling, and characters from Australian Indie game developers are in the spotlight right now with the recent the announcement of the PAX Aus Indie Showcase winners. The Indie Showcase area at the PAX Aus gaming festival is renowned for presenting cutting-edge indie game creations, attracting enthusiastic players eager to explore the latest cult hits. The Digital PAX[Read More…]
Microsoft has released a new safety toolkit designed to help parents and caregivers protect children from online risks associated with gaming. The toolkit includes practical advice for identifying common safety risks and enhancing safety, as well as an overview of the tools and controls available on Xbox to manage content and players. This new toolkit was developed with input from[Read More…]
