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Hands-on Review: Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Ultralight Wireless mouse review
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Ultralight Wireless mouse review

Corsair's Sabre v2 Pro is an ultralight 32g wireless mouse with a 33,000 DPI sensor and 70-hour battery, designed for pro gamers and precision tasks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
Game review: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC (PC)

The Order of Giants DLC expands Indiana Jones and the Great Circle with new puzzles and exploration beneath Rome's catacombs, offering 4-5 hours of gameplay.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Sep 2025
Hands-on Review: Alienware 32 Gaming Monitor (AW3225DM)
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Alienware 32 Gaming Monitor (AW3225DM)

The Dell Alienware AW3225DM is a 32-inch curved gaming monitor offering 180Hz, 1ms response, HDR400 and rich features at a reasonable price point.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Sep 2025
Game review: Everybody's Golf Hot Shots (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Everybody's Golf Hot Shots (PS5)

Everybody's Golf Hot Shots on PS5 delivers accessible gameplay and varied modes but suffers from muted graphics compared to the vibrant 2017 PS4 version.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Sep 2025
Game review: Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV (Switch 2)

Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV on Switch 2 boasts upgraded 1440p visuals, 20 new minigames, and fresh modes, making it a must-play for original fans.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Game review: Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star Crossed Land (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star Crossed Land (Switch 2)

Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star Crossed Land enhances the 2022 classic with 12 new levels, smoother 60fps visuals, and fresh transformations on Switch 2.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Sep 2025
Game review: Lost Soul Aside (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Lost Soul Aside (PS5)

Lost Soul Aside, a decade in the making and inspired by Final Fantasy XV, launches on PS5 and PC with thrilling combat but flawed jumping and checkpoint design.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Sense Lite Headphones
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Sense Lite Headphones

JBL's Sense Lite headphones offer lightweight, secure-fit earbuds with hooks, crystal-clear sound, and up to 32 hours battery life for just USD $149.99.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025
Game review: Metal Eden (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: Metal Eden (Xbox Series X)

Metal Eden offers fast-paced, sci-fi FPS action on Xbox Series X, combining thrilling platforming and combat in a short but intense experience.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025
Game review: Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (PS5)
Gaming

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
Hands-on Review: Suunto Wing 2 Headphones
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Suunto Wing 2 Headphones

The Suunto Wing 2 headphones offer a unique hooked design, 12-hour battery life, and LED safety lights, but are priced at an expensive NZD $349.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
Game review: Helldivers 2 Xbox Series X/S version
Gaming

Game review: Helldivers 2 Xbox Series X/S version

Helldivers 2 launched on Xbox Series X/S in 2025, bringing crossplay chaos and co-op missions to over 600,000 new players despite minor visual flaws.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Game review: Midnight Murder Club (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Midnight Murder Club (PS5)

Midnight Murder Club on PS5 offers limited content and requires a PlayStation Plus subscription, making its NZD $34 price tag hard to justify.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Hands-on Review: Suunto Race 2 Sports Watch
Wearables

Hands-on Review: Suunto Race 2 Sports Watch

The Suunto Race 2, a premium Finnish sports watch with a 55-hour battery, launches at USD $500 in September 2025, boasting dual controls and fitness features.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Hands-on Review: Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum
Cloud Services

Hands-on Review: Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum

The Bissell Powerclean Furfinder 200W cordless stick vacuum offers strong suction, lightweight design, and HEPA filtration for easy, effective cleaning around the home.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Game review: Echoes of the End (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: Echoes of the End (Xbox Series X)

Echoes of the End, a decade in the making by Icelandic studio Myrkur Games, offers a linear action-adventure with rich magic and puzzle-solving on Xbox Series X.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Aug 2025
Game review: Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 (Xbox Series X)

Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and 2 bring 16 classic '80s and '90s shoot-em-ups to Xbox Series X with difficulty aids and modern features.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
Game review: Operation Night Strikers (Switch)
Gaming

Game review: Operation Night Strikers (Switch)

Operation Night Strikers for Switch revives four classic '80s light-gun shooters, playable via analogue stick or Joy-Con gyro controls, scored 8/10.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2025

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