Gaming

Nintendo unleashes a decade's worth of creativity on a classic 2D franchise which has played it too safe for too long.

In just a few days, possibly the best superhero video game of all time will hit retailers, adding to an already mammoth year of gaming. 9news.com.au caught up with the director of Spider-Man 2 ahead of the release.

Game developers Ubisoft have recreated 9th century Baghdad for the latest Assassin's Creed title. 9News sat down with the studio's narrative director to learn about the process.

Melbourne is about to be overrun by gamers and pop culture enthusiasts, who are gearing up for the southern hemisphere's largest video game expo.

Iconic Aussie television show Bluey is getting its first-ever video game, releasing later this year.

NSW pubs and clubs have one week left to remove all external gambling-related signage to reduce harm and tackle money laundering.

New research shows 81 percent of Aussies play video games, up 21 percent since 2021. It's all according to the latest Australia Plays 2023 report by IGEA and Bond University. 

2023's hot favourite for game of the year will not be dethroned but Pikmin 4 is objectively better than the Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom in three critical ways.

A Magic The Gathering card worth millions of dollars has been found, creating a frenzy of offers from collectors and fans alike. 

Two states are going head to head in a 'State of Origin' of a different kind, lacing up their virtual runners and teaming up for a great cause. 

Xbox put on a massive showcase on Monday morning, laying out what's to come in the months and years ahead.

New games, fresh trailers, release dates, and more have been unveiled at the annual Summer Game Fest event. Including a surprise visit from actor Nicholas Cage.

Diablo IV has finally arrived, and it's a dark and brutal journey that gamers won't soon forget. With its stunning graphics, haunting soundtrack, and engaging gameplay that keeps players on their toes, the Diablo series is a true genre masterpiece.

Technology has rapidly advanced over the past 32 years, giving rise to powerful handheld gaming computers.

PlayStation has held its biggest games showcase in years, with a focus on third-party and first-party titles coming to the PlayStation 5 and PS VR2. 

Gamers get ready. PlayStation has announced its first major showcase in over 600 days. It's all happening on May 25, with gameplay, release dates, new games and more expected.

There's a new LEGO video game on the block, opening the door to a world of imagination of creativity in digital form.9News.com.au caught up with LEGO 2K Drive's developers who say they're offering an 'anything you can imagine' approach to designing cars, much like the real thing.

It's one of the most gruesome and horror-filled video games of the year, Dead Island 2 sees the city of Los Angeles (or HELL-A) overrun by the undead. 9News.com.au caught up with the game's creator who says it's a picture postcard to LA.

The brand new game from EA has finally been revealed, with a grand trailer showing off gameplay and story for Immortals of Aveum. 9News caught up with the development team to find out all about it.

The creator of the iconic PlayStation racing game Gran Turismo sits down with 9News.com.au to talk PS VR2 and Gran Turismo 7.

Classic life simulator video game The Sims has teamed up with a young Sydney musician to create a bizarre rendition of one of her songs.

The next big game from Xbox game is at our doorstep. Here's a fresh look at what to expect for Redfall come May 2.

The release of one of the most anticipated games of the year, which also happens to be a remake, is just days away.

The long awaited space RPG by Xbox and Bethesda has finally received a release date.

Microsoft has launched a free new Minecraft adventure to teach children about protecting themselves online, which coincided with Safer Internet Day earlier in February. 

After a dodgy landlord experience of their own, award winning Sydney video game creators are creating their own new game to raise awareness of the things renters need to put up with.

It was Xbox's best-kept secret until a couple of weeks ago, action-rhythm game Hi-Fi Rush was given a surprise release at the recent Xbox Developer Direct showcase.

It's arguably the biggest release of the year, with the wizarding world coming to life in video game form.

The Australian Interactive Games Fund is set to be restored as part of the federal government's new National Cultural Policy, setting Australia on a path towards a "billion dollar gaming economy".

Xbox and Bethesda Games has shared all new details for their upcoming games, including new gameplay, release dates and a surprise game that released today.

Accessibility for gamers is something that was once overlooked, but now gaming studios have new features front of mind when developing their next big titles. 

2023 is looking to be a huge year for video games. From superheroes and supervillains to Jedi, pirates and wizards - there's no shortage of video game variety on the horizon.

Those eager to get their hands on a PlayStation 5 before Christmas are in luck.

The creator of one of the world's biggest animated series is releasing an all-new videogame set in a world where guns talk and dark, bizarre comedy thrives. 

The Callisto Protocol takes the sci-fi horror gaming genre and sticks it in a digital blender to create one of the most hardcore horror games of 2022. 

The world's biggest online videogame has shut down, leaving gamers distraught.

Marvel favourites have been recast and reinvented in Marvel's latest video game, essentially launching an all-new MCU.

An Australian gaming studio has teamed up with some of the country's top gamers to develop new online multiplayer game; World Boss.

Sonic the Hedgehog's latest video game adventure is his biggest and best in years, offering players a new spin on the lightning fast hero. 

It's arguably the biggest game of 2022, next to Elden Ring, and while it's still a week away we here at 9News.com.au have played it, and - spoiler alert - we loved it.

The biggest game of the year has leaked, after a retailer starting selling it weeks before its release date.

It's been an absolutely massive month for video games, including a new Mario game, DC superheroes, and a rat-filled epic. 

Australia is currently experiencing a local video game boom, with developers churning out some of the best titles in years.

A 13-year-old boy took his own life after becoming addicted to online video games like Minecraft.

PlayStation's long-awaited rewards program has launched in Australia.

Facebook - now Meta - has attached a big price tag to its new virtual reality headset in Australia.

ASUS' latest futuristic gaming laptop offers huge performance specs, luxury design, and modern hardware but comes at a whopping cost. 

Australia's largest video game convention is on in Melbourne this weekend, with 80,000 people expected to walk through the gates.

To celebrate Melbourne International Games Week, there is a stack of free games available online to play. 

Victorian video game creators have taken home the bulk of awards at Australia's leading video game awards event.