Gaming

Knowing the ins and outs of a PC can be overwhelming to the uninitiated, with hundreds of technical terms and PC parts. Here's a guide to navigating buying a new gaming PC in 2024.

Nicktacula tells 9News of how cancer has 'hit hard' in his life, motivating his return as a team leader for 2024's Superhero Streamers.

With the new Fallout TV series airing this week, gamers are invited to check out a Fallout-inspired piece of real estate in the heart of Sydney.

Twin Towns Services Club in Tweed Heads is leading the charge to go cashless.

From the moment you dive into Helldivers 2's chaos-filled world, you're swept up in a whirlwind of explosions, relentless action, and the shared excitement of battling for democracy.

A preview to Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, one of the most anticipated video games of the year, has showcased its grand scale, graphical finesse and replayability. 

Australia's Demi Bennett, more widely known by her ring name Rhea Ripley, has taken the wrestling world by storm. She's now the face of the upcoming video game WWE 2K24.

Video gamers are being warned about the long-term hearing problems that arise from unsafe volumes.

PlayStation's newest handheld device is coming next month, but there's a world of questions surrounding its place in the Aussie market.

PlayStation has released a more compact PS5 console, gaming earbuds and a groundbreaking foray into accessibility with the PlayStation Access controller.

Equipped with HDMI connectivity, the new Atari 2600+ seamlessly bridges the gap between the past and the present, allowing gamers to relive their favorite classics on modern HD TVs.

Bluey is Australia's biggest TV export in years, and also our most beloved. The cartoon family of canines has captured the hearts of millions around the world, and now their world is opening up even more. Bluey: The Video Game has arrived.

Nintendo unleashes a decade's worth of creativity on a classic 2D franchise which has played it too safe for too long.

In just a few days, possibly the best superhero video game of all time will hit retailers, adding to an already mammoth year of gaming. 9news.com.au caught up with the director of Spider-Man 2 ahead of the release.

Game developers Ubisoft have recreated 9th century Baghdad for the latest Assassin's Creed title. 9News sat down with the studio's narrative director to learn about the process.

Melbourne is about to be overrun by gamers and pop culture enthusiasts, who are gearing up for the southern hemisphere's largest video game expo.

Iconic Aussie television show Bluey is getting its first-ever video game, releasing later this year.

NSW pubs and clubs have one week left to remove all external gambling-related signage to reduce harm and tackle money laundering.

New research shows 81 percent of Aussies play video games, up 21 percent since 2021. It's all according to the latest Australia Plays 2023 report by IGEA and Bond University. 

2023's hot favourite for game of the year will not be dethroned but Pikmin 4 is objectively better than the Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom in three critical ways.

A Magic The Gathering card worth millions of dollars has been found, creating a frenzy of offers from collectors and fans alike. 

Two states are going head to head in a 'State of Origin' of a different kind, lacing up their virtual runners and teaming up for a great cause. 

Xbox put on a massive showcase on Monday morning, laying out what's to come in the months and years ahead.

New games, fresh trailers, release dates, and more have been unveiled at the annual Summer Game Fest event. Including a surprise visit from actor Nicholas Cage.

Diablo IV has finally arrived, and it's a dark and brutal journey that gamers won't soon forget. With its stunning graphics, haunting soundtrack, and engaging gameplay that keeps players on their toes, the Diablo series is a true genre masterpiece.

Technology has rapidly advanced over the past 32 years, giving rise to powerful handheld gaming computers.

PlayStation has held its biggest games showcase in years, with a focus on third-party and first-party titles coming to the PlayStation 5 and PS VR2. 

Gamers get ready. PlayStation has announced its first major showcase in over 600 days. It's all happening on May 25, with gameplay, release dates, new games and more expected.

There's a new LEGO video game on the block, opening the door to a world of imagination of creativity in digital form.9News.com.au caught up with LEGO 2K Drive's developers who say they're offering an 'anything you can imagine' approach to designing cars, much like the real thing.

It's one of the most gruesome and horror-filled video games of the year, Dead Island 2 sees the city of Los Angeles (or HELL-A) overrun by the undead. 9News.com.au caught up with the game's creator who says it's a picture postcard to LA.

The brand new game from EA has finally been revealed, with a grand trailer showing off gameplay and story for Immortals of Aveum. 9News caught up with the development team to find out all about it.

The creator of the iconic PlayStation racing game Gran Turismo sits down with 9News.com.au to talk PS VR2 and Gran Turismo 7.

Classic life simulator video game The Sims has teamed up with a young Sydney musician to create a bizarre rendition of one of her songs.

The next big game from Xbox game is at our doorstep. Here's a fresh look at what to expect for Redfall come May 2.

The release of one of the most anticipated games of the year, which also happens to be a remake, is just days away.

The long awaited space RPG by Xbox and Bethesda has finally received a release date.

Microsoft has launched a free new Minecraft adventure to teach children about protecting themselves online, which coincided with Safer Internet Day earlier in February. 

After a dodgy landlord experience of their own, award winning Sydney video game creators are creating their own new game to raise awareness of the things renters need to put up with.

It was Xbox's best-kept secret until a couple of weeks ago, action-rhythm game Hi-Fi Rush was given a surprise release at the recent Xbox Developer Direct showcase.

It's arguably the biggest release of the year, with the wizarding world coming to life in video game form.

The Australian Interactive Games Fund is set to be restored as part of the federal government's new National Cultural Policy, setting Australia on a path towards a "billion dollar gaming economy".

Xbox and Bethesda Games has shared all new details for their upcoming games, including new gameplay, release dates and a surprise game that released today.

Accessibility for gamers is something that was once overlooked, but now gaming studios have new features front of mind when developing their next big titles. 

2023 is looking to be a huge year for video games. From superheroes and supervillains to Jedi, pirates and wizards - there's no shortage of video game variety on the horizon.

Those eager to get their hands on a PlayStation 5 before Christmas are in luck.

The creator of one of the world's biggest animated series is releasing an all-new videogame set in a world where guns talk and dark, bizarre comedy thrives. 

The Callisto Protocol takes the sci-fi horror gaming genre and sticks it in a digital blender to create one of the most hardcore horror games of 2022. 

The world's biggest online videogame has shut down, leaving gamers distraught.

Marvel favourites have been recast and reinvented in Marvel's latest video game, essentially launching an all-new MCU.

An Australian gaming studio has teamed up with some of the country's top gamers to develop new online multiplayer game; World Boss.