Ubisoft and Screen Juice have announced that Morbid Metal, a hack-and-slash roguelite with unique shapeshifting abilities and infinite replayability, is now available in early access on Steam for AU$26.95. To celebrate the week of launch, a 25% discount lets players jump into the game for AU$20.21. Developed by Screen Juice, Morbid Metal is set within a post-apocalyptic

Gold is the backbone of everything in Last Epoch. Crafting, trading, resetting passives – it all costs gold, and running out at the wrong moment can completely stall your progress. If you’ve hit a wall and feel like your wallet is always empty, you’re not alone. Nearly every player goes

Bethesda Game Studios is excited to announce that Starfield is available on PlayStation 5 today. Additionally, players on all platforms can now access the Terran Armada DLC and the free Free Lanes update. These additions represent the biggest update to the game since launch, marking the most complete version of

A brand-new anime and pop culture event is set to take over Brisbane, with AniMayhem making its highly anticipated debut on 2–3rd May 2026 (10am-4pm each day) at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Created by the team behind Oz Comic-Con, AniMayhem promises a high-energy, fan-first experience celebrating anime, cosplay,

As all fans of the Gothic franchise know, being thrown into the colony requires a lot of preparation: Commit a crime of your choice. Get caught. Let the king’s loyal servants drag you to the edge of the barrier. Have a fine judge read out the sentence (in the name

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, is proud to share that the Razer Iskur V2, the industry-leading ergonomics gaming chair, is now the #1 most used gaming chair by esports pros (1) as of March 2026, according to ProSettings.net (1). This achievement adds on to Razer’s continued dominance

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios today released the third episode of Beyond the Light, the developer diary series offering an inside look at the making of 007 First Light. In the third episode of Beyond the Light, IO

A Shifting Environment in Online Gaming Players are increasingly seeking more than just entertainment from online casinos. In 2026, transparency, rapid payouts, and immersive experiences are the benchmarks that separate good platforms from great ones. High-payout online casinos have become a defining trend, driven by advancements in blockchain technology, AI-driven

Drop in, kill demons, charge your blood magic and survive as long as you can. Hell Byte Studios has announced that Blood Reaver, its debut dark-fantasy co-op FPS, will launch on Steam Early Access on April 15, 2026, at 4 pm UK time. Alongside the date announcement, there is a

Announced today, the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of LITTLE NIGHTMARES II ENHANCED EDITION will arrive on 29 May 2026. This new edition features higher resolution and improved visual effects compared to the Nintendo Switch version. The game sets players in the shoes of Mono, a young boy trapped in a

Let’s get this city moving! Publisher Saber Interactive and developer stillalive studios are excited to announce that Bus Bound, the all-new driving-focused sim featuring a vibrant metropolis to explore with a variety of vehicles, solo or in online co-op, will be available in a physical edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox

Playstack and Cold Symmetry have showcased Mortal Shell II in never-before-seen detail with its long-awaited Gameplay Reveal. The stunning 12-minute in-game video captures three of the game’s titular Shells as they each embark on a uniquely treacherous path through Mortal Shell II’s immersive open-world. Watch the Mortal Shell II |

Warner Bros. Pictures is thrilled to announce that the cast and filmmakers behind the latest instalment of New Line Cinema’s blockbuster video game franchise, MORTAL KOMBAT II, will return to Australia for a special local tour, with screening events set to take place in Sydney and the Gold Coast. The

Live roulette moves at a pace that catches new players off guard. The dealer spins the wheel, opens betting, and calls “no more bets” in what feels like thirty seconds flat. At Pokie7 online casino and across most online casino Australia platforms, that window is real and fixed, and players

April’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup features three games available to all PlayStation Plus members. Battle your way to a demonic god in Lords of the Fallen, relive (or discover) Lara Croft’s first adventures with Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and battle foes solo or together in co-op action game Sword

As featured on podcast episodes and on popular video-sharing platforms like YouTube, an increasing number of gamers have developed an appetite for the classics. Alongside more senior players who reminisce about the good old days of gaming, diehard players everywhere are setting time aside to explore some retro delights. In

Since 2020, sweepstakes casinos and social gaming sites have been booming in the U.S. and other parts of the world, creating a market worth over $9 billion. Therefore, it was only a matter of time before sweepstakes gaming made its way over to the Land Down Under, which is exactly

Today, Ubisoft announced that Tom Clancy’s The Division Resurgence, a free-to-play third-person RPG shooter mobile game set in a massive urban open world, is now available worldwide* on iOS and Android devices. Rated M for Mature / PEGI 18, the game takes place within The Division universe, set between the

It’s time to get in the game and come get your Fanta®! Joining forces with Xbox, Fanta is leveling up its delicious product line with a gamified collaboration that features iconic characters from legendary Xbox titles. For the first time ever, the collaboration brings together the irresistible taste of Fanta

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone Season 03 kicks off this Friday 3 April (AEDT), bringing nine new and returning Multiplayer Maps, the Ashwood Zombies Survival Map, a new Verdansk POI in Call of Duty: Warzone, more than 100 rewards throughout the Battle Pass, the

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today unveiled the Razer Pro Type Ergo, an ergonomic wireless keyboard designed to make long hours at the desk feel more natural and less fatiguing, while helping users get more done with less effort. Pro Type Ergo is Razer’s answer to a

Free-to-play casino platforms are capturing the attention of gamers who value short sessions, minimal stress, and accessible gameplay. These digital spaces combine familiar gaming mechanics with a casino-inspired atmosphere, offering a distinct blend of casual fun. Low-pressure environments and creative game features make this hybrid model especially inviting for players

The era of pure, sponsor-free competitive gaming is officially totally dead and traditional sports platforms are laughing all the way to the bank. This breakdown explores how massive esports leagues are finally caving to regulated wagering money, and why gaming developers desperately need to steal some user interface secrets from

Today, Xbox announced the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 will air at 3am AEST on Monday June 8, immediately followed by a deep dive into the return of one of Xbox’s most legendary franchises: the Gears of War: E-Day Direct. Showcase will include first gameplay looks and significant news updates about upcoming

Live streaming has reshaped how sweepstakes social gaming communities find each other. Instead of playing alone, fans gather in chat to watch creators spin through sessions, react together, and swap tips on what to try next. This creator-led culture is growing because it mixes entertainment, routine, and conversation in one

There are many different reasons why people play games, but the general consensus is that gaming serves as a nice distraction from reality. It is surprising then to see so many modern games pervade their vocabularies with concepts borrowed from very sober disciplines such as finance or statistics. Such phrasing

Since debuting in 2023, The Game Expo in Melbourne has been a celebration of all things gaming. This year, MKAU Gaming had the opportunity to attend, and with camera in hand, our resident Melbournian Jrol went on our behalf. Here’s what he had to say once the weekend was over.

This past weekend, Skybound Entertainment’s first in-house game development studio, Quarter Up, appeared at the 2026 Evo Awards with several new reveals, including Conquest as the 18th and final playable fighter in the game’s launch line-up, the first two DLC characters to arrive this summer, and more info on the

SEGA has officially launched the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Nintendo Switch 2 Edition! Players can now race into nearby retailers to pick up their physical copy and join in on the fun on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring the full base game on cartridge! Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available physically on PlayStation®5

A session may have been feeling great at the start and still falling out of rhythm after a few rounds. Reactions have been slowing down, decisions have been feeling less sharp, and the same mistakes keep showing up. In many cases, that drop has had less to do with skill