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2K ANZ unveils life-size NBA 2K21 LEGO statue
Gaming

2K ANZ unveils life-size NBA 2K21 LEGO statue

2K Australia and New Zealand has teamed up with The Brickman to create a one-of-a-kind statue of NBA superstar, Zion Williamson.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2021
Vault Hunters: Prepare for a Bloody Harvest in Borderlands 3
AR, VR & Metaverse

Vault Hunters: Prepare for a Bloody Harvest in Borderlands 3

Vault Hunters, it's time to let the skeletons out of the closet, equip some mean guns and get ready for a Spooktacular update to Borderlands 3.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2019

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Hands-on game preview: PGA Tour 2K25
Gaming

Hands-on game preview: PGA Tour 2K25

Darren Price previews PGA Tour 2K25, revealing stunning visuals and refined mechanics, promising an exciting golf gaming experience this February.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
Game review: Marvel's Midnight Suns (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Marvel's Midnight Suns (PC)

Firaxis ventures into the Marvel Universe with its latest game, Marvel's Midnight Suns, offering a mix of card game, RPG, and strategy gameplay.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2022
Game Preview: PGA Tour 2K23 (PC)
Gaming

Game Preview: PGA Tour 2K23 (PC)

2K's upcoming PGA Tour 2K23 golf game offers realistic control and stunning visuals, with a release date set for October 24th.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Sep 2022
Game Preview: The Quarry (PC)
Gaming

Game Preview: The Quarry (PC)

On playing a bit of The Quarry, I began to understand why the game has got its own release rather than just being part of The Dark Pictures Anthology.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 30th May 2022
Game review: WWE 2K22 (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: WWE 2K22 (Xbox Series X)

2K Games had a rough time back in 2019, thanks to the release of WWE 2K20, which was a buggy mess and was the worst received WWE 2K video game released to date.

By Damian Seeto • 7 min read • Tue, 15th Mar 2022
Game review: NBA 2K21 (Xbox One)
Gaming

Game review: NBA 2K21 (Xbox One)

NBA 2K21 brings basketball back to life with packed courts and cheering crowds, offering a glimpse of normality amidst the pandemic.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Thu, 1st Oct 2020
Game Review: Mafia: Definitive Edition (PC)
Gaming

Game Review: Mafia: Definitive Edition (PC)

Mafia: Definitive Edition gives new life to a classic game with updated graphics and gameplay, making it a must-play for fans of the series.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020
Game review: WWE 2K Battlegrounds
Gaming

Game review: WWE 2K Battlegrounds

WWE 2K Battlegrounds fails to live up to its predecessor, lacking fun gameplay and disappointing design choices.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020
Game review: PGA Tour 2K21 (PS4)
Gaming

Game review: PGA Tour 2K21 (PS4)

PGA Tour 2K21 Review: A familiar golf game with intuitive controls and depth for golf enthusiasts. A great option for local co-op. 8.5/10.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Sep 2020
Game review: XCOM: Chimera Squad (PC)
Gaming

Game review: XCOM: Chimera Squad (PC)

XCOM: Chimera Squad continues the sci-fi strategy series on Windows PC. It's a character-driven game with a lighter tone. 8.5/10.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Aug 2020
2K reveals Mafia: Definitive Edition gameplay
Gaming

2K reveals Mafia: Definitive Edition gameplay

2K has revealed what fans can expect from their upcoming Mafia: Definitive Edition when it releases on September 25th.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2020
2K & Bethesda get their game on to raise funds for bushfire relief
Bethesda

2K & Bethesda get their game on to raise funds for bushfire relief

2K and Bethesda are hosting a live stream charity event to raise funds for Australian bush fire victims. Gamers from each company will play each other's games.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2020
2K Games & UnitedMasters name winners of NBA 2K20 soundtrack comp
Digital Entertainment

2K Games & UnitedMasters name winners of NBA 2K20 soundtrack comp

Ten winners were selected in total for the official soundtrack – and it's the first time fans have ever had the chance to take part.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2019
2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game
Gaming

2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game

Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2019
Game review: WWE 2K20 loses by pinfall
Gaming

Game review: WWE 2K20 loses by pinfall

WWE 2K20 grapples with disappointing glitches and gameplay quirks, making it a regrettable bout for wrestling aficionados longing for a polished experience.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2019
Game review: Borderlands 3 is bulletloads of murder and mayhem
Gaming

Game review: Borderlands 3 is bulletloads of murder and mayhem

Borderlands 3 has hit the ground running, selling over 5 million units in just three days and becoming 2K Games' fastest-selling title ever.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2019