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Microsoft's marketing madness with the Xbox One...
Gaming

Microsoft's marketing madness with the Xbox One...

Microsoft's Xbox One, priced at $500, hides key features behind a paywall, leaving fans feeling short-changed in comparison to PS4's offer.

By David Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2013
Sony Australia smacked with $53m tax bill
Gaming

Sony Australia smacked with $53m tax bill

Following a year-long investigation by the Australian Taxation Office, CEO and CFO quit the electronics company after verdict.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2013
PS4 pre-sales almost sold out...
Gaming

PS4 pre-sales almost sold out...

NZ's Mighty Ape nearly sells out PS4 pre-sales, mirroring global retailer struggle to meet demand as Sony's console outpaces Xbox One.

By Lachlan Hornell • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2013

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PS4 can and has to save Vita
Gaming

PS4 can and has to save Vita

PS4's upcoming release may be the lifeline the struggling PlayStation Vita needs, with bundle deals and exclusive features touted as game-changers.

By David Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2013
Will Sony unveil dual console bundle plans?
Gaming

Will Sony unveil dual console bundle plans?

Sony hints at groundbreaking dual console bundle linking PS4 and PS Vita, possibly saving gamers cash on next-gen gaming this Christmas.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2013
Preview: Beyond: Two Souls
Gaming

Preview: Beyond: Two Souls

David Cage returns with 'Beyond: Two Souls', offering a unique blend of supernatural elements and interactive drama, featuring Ellen Page.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
PS4 Delay? Or just greater demand?
Gaming

PS4 Delay? Or just greater demand?

PlayStation 4 day one pre-orders face potential frustration as supply of new consoles may be very limited, leading to delayed delivery.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2013
Your PS4 questions answered...
Gaming

Your PS4 questions answered...

Got any PlayStation 4 questions, queries or concerns? If so, you've come to the right place. If not, you haven't so get lost...

By David Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2013
Will the PS4 reserve 5GB ram for games?
Gaming

Will the PS4 reserve 5GB ram for games?

PS4 developer, Vblank Entertainment, have denied online rumours of the console reserving 5GB of RAM for games.

By David Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2013
Preview: Killzone: Mercenary
Gaming

Preview: Killzone: Mercenary

Killzone: Mercenary brings explosive FPS action to the PS Vita, blending traditional gameplay with unique controls, aiming to be the handheld's blockbuster.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2013
So how much is it to develop for PS4?
Gaming

So how much is it to develop for PS4?

Sony's PS4 development kit costs $2,500, while Xbox One dev kit costs $500, albeit with additional fees to Microsoft.

By David Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2013
Desperate gamer buys PS4 for US$10k
Gaming

Desperate gamer buys PS4 for US$10k

One gamer is desperate to get their hands on the soon to be released Playstation 4, paying US$9,999 for the next-gen console on eBay.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2013
5 Xbox One and PS4 features nobody is talking about...
Gaming

5 Xbox One and PS4 features nobody is talking about...

Next-gen consoles to feature video sharing, instant-on, audio chat, remote play & 500GB hard drives. Exciting specs for gamers.

By David Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2013
Will the Xbox One outsell PS4 3-to-1?
Gaming

Will the Xbox One outsell PS4 3-to-1?

That's the word according to Colin Sebastian, claiming supply chain checks show that Microsoft's new system is gaining momentum.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2013
PS4 more stable than other consoles
Gaming

PS4 more stable than other consoles

PlayStation 4's low power consumption means it won't suffer from the overheating issues of its predecessor, the PS3. Good news for gamers.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2013
Sony set for PS4 back-track?
Gaming

Sony set for PS4 back-track?

In an update to original information provided by Sony Europe it appears they are not the only ones to back-track on specs provided over their next gen console.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
PlayStation Plus brings out the Big Guns
Gaming

PlayStation Plus brings out the Big Guns

Sony amps up PlayStation Plus with stellar August games including Need for Speed and Mafia II, continuing a trend of blockbuster offerings.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
Sony to axe multiplayer servers
Gaming

Sony to axe multiplayer servers

Sony to end online services for PS3 titles including SOCOM 4 and MAG, rendering them unplayable from January 28, shortly after PS4 launch.

By Lachlan Hornell • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013