Video games
‘In the public interest’: ACCC’s Sims urges Federal Court to hear Apple v Epic Games case
The consumer watchdog has made the unusual move of requesting to speak at a court case between two tech giants, after Apple successfully had the matter suspended.
- by Tim Biggs
Latest
Nintendo issues gloomy outlook, warns of chip shortage
Nintendo shares slid as it warned that component shortages could affect production and gave a conservative profit forecast for the year.
- by Takashi Mochizuki and Debby Wu
Review
Technology
A picture perfect return for Pokemon Snap
It may be more passive than the usual battling and monster poaching, but taking photos of Pokemon makes for a surprisingly great time.
- by Tim Biggs
Opinion
Opinion
Murder mystery game that helped me rediscover Melbourne
If you liked Pokemon Go, you’ll love this new murder mystery game set in the heart of historic Melbourne.
- by Alice Clarke
Gadgets to give your old game consoles an extra life
From wireless controllers to HDTV-compatible video converters, the market for devices that bring your old consoles to modern standards has never been fuller.
- by Tim Biggs
Opinion
Opinion
Video games aren’t the problem, systemic sexism in Parliament is
Every time there is a scandal or human-made disaster caused by systemic issues, someone in a position of power will blame everything on video games.
- by Alice Clarke
Review
Technology
Oddworld’s return infuriates, rather than intoxicates
Unfortunately given its good looks and soberingly worthwhile narrative, Soulstorm’s rigidity will make it unpalatable to all but the most diehard Oddworld fans.
- by Tim Biggs
‘A bridge too far’: Director reveals the line even Mortal Kombat won’t cross
In his adaptation of the hit computer game, Australian director Simon McQuoid was determined to give the fans what they want and expect - up to a point.
- by Karl Quinn
Project Liberty: Inside Epic’s secret war with Apple over Fortnite
Court filings reveal the two-year masterplan that led Epic Games into a global legal battle with Apple.
- by James Cook, Matthew Field and James Titcomb
Review
Technology
Rise of another monster hunting juggernaut
The release of a new Monster Hunter is practically a public holiday in Japan. But for first timers Monster Hunter Rise can be a lot to take in.
- by Tim Biggs
Apple sets off to rule mobile gaming, embracing classics and casuals
Apple Arcade swells to include 180 games on mobile as the tech giant embarks on its biggest push yet to dominate the mobile video game industry.
- by Tim Biggs