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Google's Stadia: The new game streaming platform intertwined with YouTube
Gaming

Google's Stadia: The new game streaming platform intertwined with YouTube

Move over Steam, Uplay, Origin and all the other popular gaming platforms – Google has thrown its hat in the ring and entered the game streaming market.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2019
Splosion Man sequel announced
Gaming

Splosion Man sequel announced

Twisted Pixel announces Ms. Splosion Man - a sequel to one of the breakthrough successes of last year's Winter of Arcade on Xbox LIVE.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 3rd Dec 2010
Aliens vs. Predator demo inbound?
Gaming

Aliens vs. Predator demo inbound?

SEGA's Aliens vs. Predator to release multiplayer demo on Xbox Live and PlayStation Network, offering deathmatch mode across species.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2010

Global Stories

Hands-on Review: Corsair Vanguard Pro 96 gaming keyboard
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Corsair Vanguard Pro 96 gaming keyboard

Corsair's Vanguard Pro 96 gaming keyboard packs multiple features into a compact design with magnetic switches, an LCD screen, and customisable controls.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Game review: Hellpoint
Gaming

Game review: Hellpoint

Unlike Nioh or Sekiro, I don't think Hellpoint manages to carve an identity of its own to really stand out from the rest.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020
The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code
EduTech

The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code

The extra-curricular club provides girls opportunities to learn about coding, computer science and possible career opportunities.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014
Educational game proves a win for social skills...
University of Canterbury

Educational game proves a win for social skills...

Computer game improves social skills in children with ADHD, study shows. Educational games may be more effective than traditional approaches.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Sep 2014
Even Diablo's developers can't beat 'Inferno' difficulty
Gaming

Even Diablo's developers can't beat 'Inferno' difficulty

Diablo III's Inferno mode proves too fiery for its developers to conquer ahead of launch. Challenge set for gamers!.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2012
Halo 4 set for November 6 release
Gaming

Halo 4 set for November 6 release

A new trilogy begins - and it starts with a journey that will encompass the next decade of 'Halo' games and experiences.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 18th Apr 2012
Game time at Armageddon 2011
Gaming

Game time at Armageddon 2011

Auckland's Armageddon Expo 2011 promises epic gaming with 10 pre-releases like Assassin's Creed: Revelations and Skyrim, plus exclusive events.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 28th Oct 2011
Game Preview: Dead Island
Gaming

Game Preview: Dead Island

Zombies, once classed as second-rate monsters in B-grade horror movies, have become a growing global phenomenon in recent years.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2011
Kakapo makes Small Worlds debut
Gaming

Kakapo makes Small Worlds debut

Small Worlds players can purchase a Sirocco item which transforms their avatar into a walking, albeit slightly odd-looking Kakapo.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 5th Aug 2011
Assassin's Creed Brotherhood MultiPlayer Beta on PS3 only
Gaming

Assassin's Creed Brotherhood MultiPlayer Beta on PS3 only

The first Assassin's Creed Brotherhood multiplayer trailer defused many fears of a tacked-on multiplayer component.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010
Call of Duty: BLACK OPS - The first Multiplayer details
Gaming

Call of Duty: BLACK OPS - The first Multiplayer details

Call of Duty: Black Ops teases explosive first multiplayer details, featuring radio-controlled cars and an explosive crossbow.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010
HALO: REACH
Gaming

HALO: REACH

Halo: Reach tells a lesser-known subplot of bravery in the face of overwhelming odds. It's a prequel to Halo 3.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010
WWE: EXTREME RULES 2010
Gaming

WWE: EXTREME RULES 2010

WWE Extreme Rules 2010 fails to live up to its 'extreme' promise, with few matches delivering on the expected chaos.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010
SINGSTAR CHART HITS
Gaming

SINGSTAR CHART HITS

SingStar is like a disease, an infection or a rash. Yes, that's it – a rash. A rash you'd probably be happy to keep from your friends.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010
Crysis 2 bumped to 2011
Gaming

Crysis 2 bumped to 2011

Electronic Arts delays Crysis 2 to 2011, eyeing a release between January and March, amidst its first-quarter financial announcements.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 4th Aug 2010