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Theme park simulator Park Beyond opens its gates in June

Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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Bandai Namco Europe and Limbic Entertainment have announced that Park Beyond will be released on 16th June, with pre-orders now available.
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Hands-on Review: The A500 Mini Retro Gaming Console

Mon, 2nd May 2022
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Retro Games has launched the A500 Mini Retro Gaming Console, a tiny homage to the original Commodore Amiga 500, complete with classic games.
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Game review: Subnautica - Below Zero (PS4/PS5)

Thu, 24th Jun 2021
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It's time for console gamers to return to Planet 4546B, this time to explore the frozen water of its arctic region.
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Game review: Godfall (PS5)

Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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'Godfall' on the PS5 is the best looking next-gen game so far, with glossy graphics and buttery smooth gameplay, according to a reviewer.
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The devices that are changing the streaming game in time for Christmas

Tue, 24th Nov 2020
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AVerMedia offers a range of streaming equipment, from game capture devices to microphones and webcams, perfect for both beginner and veteran streamers.
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Game review: Sackboy: A Big Adventure

Mon, 16th Nov 2020
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Graphically, this game looks good for a PS5 launch title. Not only are the levels very colourful, but the game runs smoothly at 4K and 60fps.
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Hands-on Review: The Sony PlayStation 5 console

Thu, 12th Nov 2020
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Despite its hefty price tag and large size, the PlayStation 5 offers stunning graphics and a new immersive controller.
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Game review: Astro's Playroom (PS5)

Thu, 12th Nov 2020
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PS5 buyers will get a free game called Astro's Playroom, a vibrant platformer that showcases the full potential of the new DualSense controller.
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Hands-on Review: The Xbox Series X console

Fri, 6th Nov 2020
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The hardware is advertised to be the most powerful console ever released. Does this bold statement hold true so far?.
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Revealed: We unbox the PlayStation 5

Wed, 4th Nov 2020
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While you will still have to wait for any hardware or software reviews, what we can show you this week is the unboxing of the PS5.
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Xbox Series X unboxing

Fri, 30th Oct 2020
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Whilst I still can't tell you much about Microsoft's new console, I can show you what the box looks like and what is inside.
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Hands-on preview with the PlayStation 5 console

Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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We weren't allowed to see the back of the console, although it still looks very stylish if you can fit it inside your TV cabinets or tables.
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PlayStation 5 New Zealand release date and price announced

Thu, 17th Sep 2020
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Sony announces official release date and price for PlayStation 5 console in New Zealand. Available from November 12th, 2020.
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Epic Games now worth $17 billion after new round of investment

Mon, 10th Aug 2020
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One particularly large chunk of the funding came from Sony, in the form of a $250 million strategic investment, which the company announced last month.
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Almost 40% of the Earth's population will be gamers by 2023

Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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Gaming industry to reach $200bn worldwide by 2023, with 38% of the global population being gamers, according to Newzoo. Mobile gaming dominates.
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PlayStation 5 hardware and exclusive games revealed

Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Sony unveils sleek PlayStation 5 hardware alongside an array of exclusive games including 'Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales' and 'Horizon Forbidden West'.
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Alienware gets an overhaul with updated range

Thu, 14th May 2020
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New laptops from portable-first to heavy-duty gaming, a new pre-built desktop that includes liquid-cooled graphics, and a new monitor sneak-peek.
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Thriving in lockdown: Video game market to hit US$160 billion this year

Tue, 12th May 2020
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The video gaming industry will see a yea-on-year growth in revenue of 9.3 overall - primarily due to lockdown restrictions keeping people isolated and bored.
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COVID-19: Video game industry doing well, but all is not rosy for consoles

Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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The video game industry is thriving during the pandemic as seen in global sales and user spikes, but console manufacturers face tough challenges ahead.
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Revealed: Top gaming trends as players stay home

Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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Shooters, gambling, and deck-building games have seen substantial growth in player share as billions turn to video games for entertainment during lockdown.