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Game review: Taxi Chaos 2 (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: Taxi Chaos 2 (Xbox Series X)

Taxi Chaos 2 offers colourful, gadget-packed cab rides on Xbox Series X, but repetition and frustration stall its Crazy Taxi ambitions.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2026
Hands-on review: Silicon Power Hypera microSDXC Express card
Storage

Hands-on review: Silicon Power Hypera microSDXC Express card

Silicon Power's Hypera microSDXC Express card brings near-SSD speeds and affordable extra storage to Nintendo Switch 2 gamers.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026
Game review: Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection (PS5)

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is a bloody nostalgia trip on PS5, mixing classic arcade brilliance with some truly dire spin-offs.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
Game review: Maestro (PSVR2/Meta Quest 3)
Gaming

Game review: Maestro (PSVR2/Meta Quest 3)

VR rhythm game Maestro turns you into a flamboyant orchestra conductor, mixing classical bangers with party chaos on PSVR2 and Quest 3.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Jan 2026
Hands-on Review: Dell Pro 13 Premium laptop
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Dell Pro 13 Premium laptop

Dell Pro 13 Premium packs AI-ready Intel Core Ultra power into a sleek, sub-1.1kg chassis that excels at office work and light gaming.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Dec 2025
Hands-on review: Yealink WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT wireless headset
Unified Communications

Hands-on review: Yealink WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT wireless headset

Yealink's WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT headset delivers crisp calls, strong music performance and all-day comfort for busy open-plan offices.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Game review: Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition (PS5)

Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return on PS5 adds welcome modern tweaks, but clunky 3D, weak audio and fussy bosses dull the retro charm.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Hands-on Review: Logitech Alto Keys K98M Keyboard
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Logitech Alto Keys K98M Keyboard

Logitech's Alto Keys K98M blends enthusiast-grade switches, gasket mount and wireless versatility into a quiet, polished office workhorse.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Game review: Skate Story (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Skate Story (PS5)

Skate Story turns skateboarding into a surreal Underworld odyssey, blending tricky controls, boss battles and style in a striking PS5 debut.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Game review: The House of the Dead 2 Remake (Switch/Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: The House of the Dead 2 Remake (Switch/Switch 2)

The House of the Dead 2 Remake shuffles onto Switch with nostalgic charm, clunky gyro aiming and visuals frozen in the late 90s.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2025
Game review: Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game (Xbox Series X)

Rooftops & Alleys turns parkour into a trick-chasing scorefest, exhilarating to master but held back by scant modes and just six stages.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2025
Game review: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch 2)

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a stunning return, marrying slick combat and 4K performance with some irksome backtracking and Amiibo-gated music.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2025
Game review: Project Motor Racing (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Project Motor Racing (PS5)

Project Motor Racing's hardcore realism, punishing physics and steep learning curve make this sim a slog for all but die-hard racers.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2025
Game review: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (PS5 Edition)
Gaming

Game review: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (PS5 Edition)

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 finally arrives on PS5, offering photorealistic global exploration and new modes despite some outdated map data. Verdict: 9.0/10.

By Damian Seeto • 6 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
Game review: Goodnight Universe (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Goodnight Universe (Switch 2)

Goodnight Universe on Switch 2 offers a unique sci-fi tale as you play Isaac, a baby with mysterious powers, in a captivating 3.5-hour indie game.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Grip Bluetooth speaker
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Grip Bluetooth speaker

The JBL Grip is a compact, lightweight Bluetooth speaker delivering powerful, clear sound and customisable ambient lighting for just USD $94.00.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
Game review: Anno 117 - Pax Romana (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Anno 117 - Pax Romana (PC)

Anno 117: Pax Romana offers a tough Roman governor strategy on PC, blending structured campaigns and open sandbox for deep economic challenge.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
Hands-on Review: Apple Watch SE 3 the sleek, stylish and irresistible option
Wearables

Hands-on Review: Apple Watch SE 3 the sleek, stylish and irresistible option

The Apple Watch SE 3 in Starlight offers a sleek, stylish design and essential features that enhance daily health, connectivity, and safety with ease and comfort.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Hands-on Review: Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES headset
Hybrid & Remote Work

Hands-on Review: Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES headset

The Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES headset offers lightweight comfort, adaptive noise cancellation and clear mics, ideal for interviews and long workdays.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025