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Review – Knack II

When Knack was released it didn't set the world on fire and neither will Knack II. That doesn't mean it's not worthwhile. Its appeal is more limited than your mainstream AAA titles,...

Queer Content – Life is Strange: Before the Storm

Sexuality isn’t a choice. At least, in the real world. But when it comes to role-playing-games players are typically given an amount of agency over their character. This occasionally extends...

[CLOSED]Win 1 of 10 Greek Starter Packs for Hand of the Gods: SMITE Tactics

Hi-Rez Studios' Hand of the Gods: SMITE Tactics is now available on Steam Early Access. The turn-based strategy card game is in open beta and players can jump online now to play...

Everything we learned from September’s Nintendo Direct

The Nintendo Direct that was held this month was overflowing with content. Nintendo unveiled some big surprises and gave us more info on already announced games. There was plenty...

Destiny 2 – Impressions of a Veteran, Prodigal Son and Kinderguardian

Destiny 2 has been out for a week now and Guardians are already levelling up to impressive levels. At PowerUp! we have all been playing. Some of us are...

Review – Metroid: Samus Returns

Metroid: Samus Returns is the Metroid you've been waiting for since Fusion or Prime 3, depending on your preference. This is finally, another REAL entry in the Metroid franchise. Forget Other M, I sure have....

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The Last of Us Part II Remastered Review (PC) | Gore-geous

I was one of a lucky few to review The Last of Us Part II in the ideal test environment—a siloed, pre-launch vacuum. You...

Melbourne Term 1 School Holidays 2025: Josephine Wants to Dance

Just in time for school holidays in Melbourne, Monkey Baa Theatre Company has announced the return of Josephine Wants to Dance at The Ian...

This Day in Aussie Gaming: The Must Plays of Apr 3

Video game history is often written by its greatest leaps forward—mechanical breakthroughs, bold artistic visions, and unforgettable characters. April 3rd stands as one such...

This Day in Aussie Gaming: The High Stakes All-Timers of Apr 2

Gaming is an ever-evolving medium, but some days in history stand out as pivotal moments in its journey. Whether it's a groundbreaking movie tie-in...

Warfare Review (2025) – An Unflinching, Harrowing, Claustrophic Nightmare

Warfare, from Writer-Director (and Iraq War Veteran) Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland (Ex Machina, Civil War), is a towering achievement in cinema. Following in the footsteps...