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Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes faces NZ delay
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Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes faces NZ delay

Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes' launch faces a one-week delay in NZ and Australia, now releasing on 27 March. Reason remains unclear.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2014
Konami to shut down Metal Gear Online tonight
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Konami to shut down Metal Gear Online tonight

Konami bids farewell to Metal Gear Online at 23:59 JST, drawing a close to a cherished chapter in Metal Gear Solid 4's legacy.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jun 2012

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Silent Hill f crossover lands in Fatal Frame II remake
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Silent Hill f crossover lands in Fatal Frame II remake

Free crossover content may boost sales of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, as players get Silent Hill f items and a Steam bundle discount.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2026
Game review: Silent Hill f (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Silent Hill f (PS5)

Silent Hill f for PS5 reinvents the horror series with a 1960s Japan setting, intense melee combat, and multiple endings in a 20-hour psychological game.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 6th Oct 2025
Game review: Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (PS5)
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Game review: Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (PS5)

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater revives the classic 2004 hit with stunning Unreal Engine 5 visuals but offers no new content or modernised gameplay.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025
Game review: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PS5)
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Game review: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PS5)

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for PS5 greatly improves on its predecessor with enhanced gameplay, new enemies, fast travel, and stunning photorealistic graphics.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Hands-on Review: EA Sports FC 25
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Hands-on Review: EA Sports FC 25

EA Sports FC 25 refines gameplay with new 'Rush' mode and FC IQ tactics, boosting realism and engagement. Is it worth the full price?.

By Tom Richmond • 5 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
Review: Does PES 2017 feel any different to PES 2016?
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Review: Does PES 2017 feel any different to PES 2016?

Konami returns for another year releasing PES 2017 for the hardcore soccer/football fans. However, is it any different to last year's offering?.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Oct 2016
PES 2016 displays the beautiful game
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PES 2016 displays the beautiful game

For the past few years EA Sports' FIFA series has been superior to Konami's PES franchise. However, PES 2016 is a sign that Konami is back.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Sep 2015
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain coming out this September
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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain coming out this September

Hideo Kojima heralds the end of an era with Metal Gear Solid V's launch on 1st Sept, signalling his final foray into the iconic series.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2015
The other soccer game: Pro Evolution Soccer 2015
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The other soccer game: Pro Evolution Soccer 2015

Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 battles the FIFA giant, offering deeper realism and a refreshing challenge on the pitch despite lacking major licences.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Jan 2015
Is Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes too short?
Gaming

Is Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes too short?

Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes sounds like it could be one of the shortest games ever released in the famous series.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2014
Review: PES 2013
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Review: PES 2013

It has been a drawn out battle of giants for many years and now another round of 'who has the best soccer title' is upon us.

By Richard Armitt • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Oct 2012
PES 2013 expands teams
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PES 2013 expands teams

Firmly refusing to take the route of most mainstream sport games, Konami has announced yet more teams to join the ranks at Pro Evolution Soccer 2013.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Aug 2012
Konami names date for Metal Gear Solid pack
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Konami names date for Metal Gear Solid pack

Konami sets 2 Feb for Metal Gear Solid HD collection launch, including five classic titles, revitalising first stealth gameplay series.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 28th Oct 2011
Two demos coming for Konami's PES 2012
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Two demos coming for Konami's PES 2012

Konami preps fans with two PES 2012 demos, challenging FIFA's reign ahead of its Oct release. First demo drops Aug 24, showcasing new AI.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Aug 2011
Review: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D
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Review: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D

PES 2011 3D impresses on 3DS, delivering captivating gameplay despite complex controls and audio missteps, scoring an 8 overall.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 18th Apr 2011
EA: Medal of Honor will not be censored
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EA: Medal of Honor will not be censored

Electronic Arts remains firm in response to calls to ban its upcoming first-person shooter set in modern-day Afghanistan.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Aug 2010