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Leo Stevenson

I've been playing games for the past 27 years and have been writing for almost as long. Combining two passions in the way I'm able is a true privilege. PowerUp! is a labour of love and one I am so excited to share.

Showgunners Review (PC) – The Sleek, Dazzling Veneer of the 1980s

Despite being released for PC in 2023, Artificer's Showgunners is clearly a product of the 1980s. Clearly taking inspiration from the anti-capitalist action heroes of days gone by, Showgunners...

Armored Core VI launches in August

Bandai Namco and From Software have released a first look at gameplay from Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon alongside the announcement the game will launch on 25 August...

Bethesda ANZ and Smokey Q team up for Redfall-inspired Bite Back BBQ Rub

Bethesda ANZ has partnered with Aussie spice experts, Smokey Q, to create a special Redfall-inspired BBQ rub. Dubbed "Bite Back" the spice rub is a limited-edition offering that is...

Redfall Review (PC & Xbox Series X) – Defanged

Poor Redfall has unfortunately become the conflux between Microsoft's first-party woes and its acquisition of Bethesda. Through no fault of it or developer Arkane Austin's own, Redfall has been...

LEGO 2K Drive – Awesome News Network Episode 5 focuses on vehicle customisation

Since LEGO 2K Drive is a LEGO game, it almost goes without saying that there are a tonne of customisation options for your vehicles. However, just so you get...

The Redfall launch trailer is here and it’s looking fan(g)tastic

I'm a sucker for a cover song and within the opening three seconds of the Redfall launch trailer, I was excited to hear a new, spooky version of Soundgarden's...

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This Day in Aussie Gaming: The Notable Milestones of Apr 16

In the ever-evolving landscape of gaming, revisiting the classics is not simply a trip down memory lane. It’s an exploration of ingenuity, risk-taking, and...

Indiana Jones and The Great Circle Review (PS5 Pro) | A Shinier Treasure

Unlike my colleague, who swung right into The Great Circle at Xbox launch, I held back and nervously gauged this golden idol from afar....

This Day in Aussie Gaming: The Semi-Timeless Must Plays of Apr 14

There’s a magic in revisiting the games that not only defined our childhoods but also paved the way for modern gaming marvels. In Australia,...

This Day in Aussie Gaming: Reliving the Golden Oldies of Apr 11

Looking to feel old? Today you can as we journey back to the launch dates of Suikoden (1997), Dino Crisis 2 (2003), Defiance (2013),...

This Day in Aussie Gaming: The Strategy, Horror and Mythic Adventure of Apr 9

Once again, today is gonna be all about appreciating the creative and technical evolutions that define our digital lives. Let's revisit three landmark games...