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Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
RPG
★ 9.5 / 10

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

PC PS5 Xbox Open World

FromSoftware's landmark expansion delivers an extraordinary new chapter — brutal, beautiful, and unmissable for fans of the genre. The Realm of Shadow is a masterclass in environmental storytelling.

By Marcus Webb · 12 May 2026
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Counter-Strike 2
FPS
★ 9.0 / 10

Counter-Strike 2

PC Competitive Free to Play

Valve's overhaul of the legendary franchise brings stunning visual upgrades and reworked mechanics while preserving the tactical depth that made CS a global phenomenon.

By Tom Halliday · 5 May 2026
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Valorant
FPS / Action
★ 8.7 / 10

Valorant — Season 10 Update

PC Tactical Free to Play

Riot's tactical shooter continues to evolve with Season 10, introducing two new agents and a revamped ranked system that rewards consistent team play over solo carry potential.

By Priya Nair · 28 Apr 2026
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StarCraft II
Strategy
★ 9.2 / 10

StarCraft II — Legacy Revisited

PC RTS Competitive

Blizzard's RTS masterpiece remains one of the most demanding and rewarding competitive games ever made. The Australian community continues to thrive with regular ladder seasons.

By James Okafor · 20 Apr 2026
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Rocket League
Sports
★ 8.5 / 10

Rocket League — Season 15

PC PS5 Xbox Free to Play

Psyonix's vehicular soccer game remains a staple of the Australian esports scene. Season 15 brings new arenas and a refreshed competitive structure that keeps the game feeling fresh.

By Sarah Chen · 15 Apr 2026
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Baldur's Gate 3
RPG
★ 9.8 / 10

Baldur's Gate 3

PC PS5 Co-op

Larian Studios' magnum opus is a generational achievement in RPG design. With hundreds of hours of content and unparalleled player agency, this is the definitive RPG experience of the decade.

By Marcus Webb · 1 Apr 2026
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