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  • Left 4 Dead 2 banned in Australia

    17 Sep 2009 3:05 PM

    It looks like the dead won't be rising down under anytime soon with Left 4 Dead 2 being the latest game refused classification in Australia.

  • Top 5 WoW-related BlizzCon 2009 announcements

    25 Aug 2009 12:49 PM

    We take a closer look at our five favourite game-changing additions to the World of Warcraft that were announced at BlizzCon in the US.

  • Best games for Mac

    06 Aug 2009 4:47 PM

    With all the focus on console gaming these days, the poor old Mac often seems to be totally ignored. But fear not, Apple fans, for some of the greatest PC games are also available for your Mac. We've gathered some of the best.

  • Games we played: Editors' Choice 2004

    05 Aug 2009 9:52 AM

    Can you remember what your favourite games were five years ago? Here are the ones that most impressed the CNET crew.

  • Best gaming mouses

    24 Jul 2009 4:27 PM

    From macros to on-the-fly-dpi to storing configurations on the device itself, the mouse is arguably the most important tool in a PC gamer's arsenal. Here we have a list of our five favourite gaming mouses.

  • Aussie sports games: Win, lose or draw?

    15 Jul 2009 5:21 PM

    The past, present and future on video games based on the biggest sports down under.

  • The Sims 3 ready for launch

    15 May 2009 5:23 PM

    Latest relaunch of EA's popular life sim series is finally finished; online and retail launch set for 4 June.

  • Best gaming laptops

    28 Apr 2009 3:15 PM

    Keen to get your game on, but want to keep portable? While it's still an expensive hobby, gaming on the go is certainly possible, as these laptops can attest.

  • The Sims 3: What to expect

    24 Apr 2009 2:58 PM

    The Sims 3 associate producer chats about listening to the community, whether we'll see a demo, and more.

  • World of Warcraft Lifestyle hut features built-in toilet

    24 Apr 2009 11:49 AM

    The WoW Pod is an immersive architectural solution for the advanced WoW (World of Warcraft) player that provides and anticipates all life needs

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  • Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising

    This tactical military shooter delivers tense and engaging action, competently completing its objective in the face of AI blunders and occasional bugs.

    Specs: PC, Xbox 360

  • Borderlands

    Fun combat and a steady flow of rewards make this journey a massively enjoyable one, especially with some fellow mercenaries along for the ride.

    Specs: PC, PS3

  • Mini Ninjas

    Whether you're big or small, there's a lot to like about these little ninjas and their lengthy journey.

    Specs: DS, PC, Xbox 360, Wii