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PlayStation Move priced, games announced
Sony's glowing neon ball on a stick has finally been given a name, an approximate price and a loose release schedule.
Sony patents game demos that 'erode' over time
PlayStation 3 maker files patent for demo versions that lose functionality as time goes on — and prompts players to buy the full version. Read this blog post by Tor Thorsen on Crave.
Reviews
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Endless Ocean: Blue World
This underwater adventure is beautiful, enchanting and a big improvement over the original.
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Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing
Smooth controls and a bunch of awesome tracks make this an exciting kart racer.
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Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars (iPhone)
The success of a GTA port for the iPhone was always going to rest on the implementation of good controls. Rockstar has quite a ways to go before it masters this aspect on the iPhone platform.
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Band Hero (DS)
The DS version of Band Hero tries to deliver the experience you get from the full console versions of Band Hero, but struggles to deliver a genuinely fun portable gaming experience.
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Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego fails to maintain the charm of previous versions and a lack of variation leaves it feeling dull and unsatisfying.
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Ashes Cricket 2009 (Wii version)
Lousy controls and unpredictable AI means this game is in for a lifetime of twelfth-man duty.
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Maestro! Jump in Music
Maestro combines rhythm and platforming to make a charming little adventure that is enjoyable and rewarding, providing you like classical music.
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Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes
The puzzles aren't perfect but Clash of Heroes offers intriguing hybrid gameplay, engaging role-playing elements and a great presentation.
Features
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Portable games to take on your travels
Portable games are a godsend for Australian travellers faced with long trips and lots of transit time to kill. Here's our pick of the best trip-worthy DS, PSP and iPhone games.
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Best racing games for those who need speed
Are you a demon behind the wheel who thinks too fast is never fast enough? Save yourself a speeding ticket by getting in the driver's seat with one of these racing titles.
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Best televisions for gaming
So you've bought yourself a spanking new PlayStation 3 and you're thinking about buying a flatscreen, but what should you choose?
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Best fitness games
If you want to hire your game console as your new personal trainer, here are some of the best fitness titles to pick from.
News
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Steam games coming to Mac
Valve has announced that its Steam gaming service is coming to the Mac platform, and will simultaneously release games for both PCs and Macs.
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Microsoft shows how PCs, phones, Xbox 360s play well together
A recent demo of a single game being played on a PC, a phone and an Xbox 360 shows how Microsoft's three-screen philosophy will work in practice.
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Ubisoft's Pure Football looks like Ice Hockey on grass
Ubisoft has announced Pure Football, a soccer sim that promises not to pull any punches when it comes to dropping the shoulder into the opposition.
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Nintendo stomps Aussie Mario pirate
Nintendo reaches AU$1.5 million out-of-court settlement with New Super Mario Bros. Wii pirate; case could affect release timing in Australia of future Nintendo titles.
DIYs and How-to
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Get your gaming console online
Got a new Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 and you want to know how to get it online? Follow CNET.com.au's easy step-by-step guide to learn everything you need to know.
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I am having trouble installing PC games in Windows Vista. Any suggestions?
I am having trouble installing PC games in Windows Vista. Any suggestions?
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Unwrapped: Tips and tricks for your new gaming gear
Got a brand-new Wii or Xbox 360? Read our three tips about gaming consoles.
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Which of my older video games will work on the new consoles?
Which of my older video games will work on the new consoles?
Downloads
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Sega Rally Championship demo
Experience heart-pounding off-road racing.
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Air Warrior II demo
Fly solo in WWII flight campaigns, or with other pilots online.
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Syndicate Wars demo
Battle evil scientists and prevent mass brainwashing of the world.
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Robotron X demo
Use your superhuman powers to save humankind from a robot species.

















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