In 1997, Fighting Force, a 3D beat-’em-up game, was released for PlayStation and PC, published by Eidos Interactive and developed by Core Design. It was originally intended to be a new Streets of Rage game, but SEGA turned down the idea, so it became an original IP with its own
‘Quarantine Zone: The Last Check’ is another border-simulator, much like ‘Border Patrol’ or ‘Papers, Please’. The game is built around a simple yet unsettling idea: you are the final line of defence. At a grim checkpoint on the brink of collapse, survivors arrive one by one, desperate to pass through,
The Japanese and the genre of horror are a volatile mixture of horrifying and epic storytelling. Look at movies like ‘The Grudge’ and ‘The Ring’, or even games like ‘Silent Hill’ and ‘Fatal Frame’; they have an uncanny ability to create media that twists urban legends into a dance of
I love this game; I have close to 75 hours into it, which, for a reviewer with limited time to come back to a lot of games, is a huge feat. Because I loved it so much on launch, I have very high expectations for any DLC released by developers,
I see what you are trying to do, ZweiBier Indie, developers of a new 4 player co-op, extraction, campy horror ‘Dreadway’, and its genius. Jumping on the trend of popular co-op games such as the likes of ‘R.E.P.O’, ‘Lethal Company’ or even ‘PEAK’, this will be another one of those
Finally, after years of shooters, first-person view adventures, and an abundance of in-game stores littering you with cosmetics and DLC, new developer, Lost Cabinet Games, has created something simple, engaging, puzzling, and downright addictive. Gone are the days of realistic graphics, quick time events, and gaming that feels like ‘have
Time travel, while not a completely unique gaming mechanic, is rarely done well. ‘Hank: Drowning On Dry Land’ by My Next Games is one such indie adventure game that elevates the concept in such a unique and erratic way. Upon investigation, though, I found our time-travelling hero, Hank, also appears
In early December 2025, I had the opportunity to attend a preview event showcasing what the future holds for The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO). This presentation marks a major turning point for the MMO, as ZeniMax Online Studios prepares to move away from its more traditional chapter-and-DLC model in favour
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora – From The Ashes is the latest major DLC expansion for Frontiers of Pandora, released on 19 December 2025 to align with the cinematic debut of Avatar: Fire and Ash. While it shares much of the mechanical foundation of the base game, this expansion represents Ubisoft
Welcome to the developers at Torshock’s latest game, ‘Total Reload’, an indie game inspired by the ‘Portal’ series. You will quickly find, a linear progression is what comes from this 1st person logic puzzler. You’ll take control and step into the big shiny shoes of an AI, Robotic body named
“I know you love sim games!” That was the message that popped up in chat from the boss, and straight away, my interest was sparked. ‘Therapy Simulator’ by developer, Jemboy, was the title sent through. Now, as a guy in his 40s who’s spent way too many evenings than I’d
Skopje ‘83, by Dark-1 and PM Studios Inc., is an open-world zombie survival game plastered with hordes of mutated abominations around every corner. Loot, shoot, and blast your way through the hostile city either as a lone ranger or with friends to accompany you on the journey. The game provides
Wreckreation is a massive sandbox open world for all your high-octane adrenaline-fueled adventures. THQ Nordic and Three Fields Entertainment have successfully merged the likes of popular names ‘Need for Speed’ and ‘Forza Horizon’, giving you the keys to create your own adventures, either alone or with friends. Wreckreation is an
MKAU Gaming was invited to check out the new Season 1 of Battlefield 6, and it’s set to deliver a steady stream of new content, keeping players engaged with fresh experiences at regular intervals. The developers have confirmed that every season will introduce new weapons, maps, vehicles, and modes, all
8BitDo is one of the leading brands in 3rd party hardware, known for its high-quality products at lower prices. Many gamers swear by these, and thanks to Bluemouth Interactive, we are fortunate to get our hands on the Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller designed for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC,
Blizzard Entertainment is back with an early look at the upcoming World of Warcraft: Midnight expansion. Thanks to the team at Blizzard, I had the opportunity to explore the Alpha build, which showcased the new campaign, the highly anticipated housing system, and a range of fresh and reimagined features.
Season 10, the ‘Season of Infernal Chaos’, is live now in Blizzard’s illustrious Diablo IV, and it brings mild differences that surprisingly bring big fun to the land of Sanctuary. Here are my thoughts and opinions on this season so far as the local MKAU Diablo IV connoisseur. The veil
With anticipation building for the release of Fallout Season 2, Bethesda is keeping the momentum alive in the wasteland with a brand-new expansion for Fallout 76. Launching alongside the next chapter of the hit series, the Burning Springs will add even more to the franchise’s unmistakable retro-futuristic aesthetic and post-apocalyptic
G’day mates! Grab ya thongs, crack open a cold one, and get ready for a ripper adventure, ’cause ‘Aussie Bogan Hero’ is here to put some fair dinkum Aussie flavour into the Metroidvania scene. Developed and published by the larrikins at Snag Swag Studios, this sidescrolling belter follows Davo, a
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of joining Australian developers ‘RDBK Studios’ for a hands-on play session of their upcoming title, ‘Renown’. Although this play session was brief, I was left feeling the bitterness of defeat and an eagerness to see how my own journey from peasant to
‘Easy Delivery Co.’, developed by Sam C and published by Oro Interactive, looks like your typical indie driving-and-delivery sim at first glance. You hop into your ute, haul packages, and navigate snowy roads. But beneath its cozy, small-town aesthetic, the game conceals an unsettling mystery that slowly unfolds. Easy Delivery
Do you remember the cult-classic movie ‘Mars Attacks!’ from the 90s? Well, the over-the-top Martians are back, this time reimagined into “Mars Attracts”, which is a theme park management simulator with a darkly comedic twist. Build your Martian amusement empire, abduct humans from different ages in human time and decide
‘Perennial Order’ is a 2D plant horror with challenging one-hit death combat. Developed and published by Gardenfiend Games and SOEDESCO, Perennial Order presents an atmospheric Dark Age world infested by nature-inspired horrors. Set in an ambient world overtaken by natural monsters, Perennial Order is a 2D plant horror boss rush
Time is ticking down to the highly anticipated release of Battlefield 6, set to launch on October 10th, 2025, and the excitement is reaching new heights. Recently, EA extended an invitation to MKAU Gaming to go hands-on with a fresh build of the game. During the session, we had the
Having discovered that I enjoy playing golf in my spare time, I am always welcome to try out new golf games. Over the years, I have played golf games, ranging from simulation to arcade, on and off. Today, I will discuss the arcade type. ‘Everybody’s Golf’ is a familiar brand
In a far-off mystical realm, ancient forces are at work, spreading destruction and corruption in their wake. A brave and willing band of heroes is what the world needs, and in Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, by Brownies Inc., published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, that’s the heroes
‘These Sunny Daze DLC’ is a colourful expansion to ‘POSTAL: Brain Damaged’, offering fans a fresh setting, new weapons, and additional enemies while keeping the high-octane, arena-style combat intact. The DLC doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it leverages the sunny vacation theme to inject new challenges, visual variety, and humour
Supercar Collection Simulator, developed and published by Kiki Games, lets you live the ultimate miniature collector’s dream. You can collect and admire the models, but you also get to run a shop where you can purchase, sell, and trade your way to the top. You can organise shelves, manage inventory,
Get ready to dip, dive and splash your way into the wet and chaotic world of ‘Waterpark Simulator’. A fun and unpredictable first-person simulation game that focuses heavily on park management while incorporating hilarious ragdoll physics. Created by popular YouTuber, Caylus, Waterpark Simulator is published and developed by CayPlay and
I’ve spent a long time in the barren wastelands of Pandora, braved the low-oxygen surface of the planet Elpis, and travelled through space on the Sanctuary spaceship. Still, I’ve never encountered a planet quite like Kairos. Gearbox Software and 2K Games have unveiled the four new vault hunters of Borderlands
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