Stephen del Prado
@gorath44000.bsky.social
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Deputy Editor at Player2.au - FTV Educator, Board game addict, Dad of boys. He/Him.
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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is out for Nintendo Switch 2 today! Read our Port Report to see how this critically acclaimed adventure fares on the humble handheld.
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Indiana Jones Switch 2 – Port Report | Player2.net.au
Is that Harrison Ford in your pocket or are you just glad to see me? We take a look at the Nintendo Switch 2 release of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle!
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/05/indiana-jones-switch-2-port-report/
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I took at look at Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for Nintendo Switch 2 which launched today - still a great game and a solid port but a touch less magnificent.
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Indiana Jones Switch 2 – Port Report | Player2.net.au
Is that Harrison Ford in your pocket or are you just glad to see me? We take a look at the Nintendo Switch 2 release of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle!
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/05/indiana-jones-switch-2-port-report/
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@gorath44000.bsky.social
checks out DONTNOD's latest, Aphelion, and shares his review of the sci-fi experience
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Aphelion Review – Electromagnetic Blue | Player2.net.au
Aphelion sees DONTNOD shoot for the moon and land among the stars. A compelling tale of hopeful sci-fi akin to Project Hail Mary, it's worth checking out.
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/05/aphelion-review-electromagnetic-blue/
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Riftbound Unleashed hits game stores today - check out our review to see why there are great products in the launch lineup for newcomers and vets alike! As always, thanks to
@riotgames.com
for making our coverage possible.
#rbunleashed
#tcg
#riftbound
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Riftbound Unleashed Review – Three For Three | Player2.net.au
Riftbound Unleashed is here! Check out our thoughts on the products this wave, starting with the Vi and Vex pre-cons and the newly introduced Vault.
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/05/riftbound-unleashed-review-three-for-three/
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7 days ago
What are your favourite gimmicks in gaming? The mechanics that lived on? The little hooks that became genre staples? These are the questions pondered by
@gorath44000.bsky.social
,
@robcap.bsky.social
and
@hewso.bsky.social
in episode 184 of the P2 PixelCast!
www.player2.net.au/podcast/the-...
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The Player 2 PixelCast 184 | Player2.net.au
The Player 2 PixelCast 184 There is something to be said for a good gimmick. That one bit of gameplay design that a game can hang its hat on and say, "Hey, isn't this bloody cool?" That is what the te...
https://www.player2.net.au/podcast/the-player-2-pixelcast-184/
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What's better than one opinion on a game? Why, four of course. Jump in to read about
@pauljamesgames.bsky.social
,
@jesszam.bsky.social
,
@gorath44000.bsky.social
and
@hewso.bsky.social
's time with Double Fine's Kiln.
www.player2.net.au/2026/05/kiln...
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Kiln – Four Opinions From The Fire | Player2.net.au
Thanks to Xbox, P2 editors, Jess, Stephen, Matt, and Paul have been in the fires of Kiln. Read their reflections upon the experience, and check out their potted art.
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/05/kiln-four-opinions-from-the-fire/
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30 days ago
I adored this game for many reasons, but most of all because this sort of high quality single player adventure still exists in 2026.
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29 days ago
There is a Mouse in the House... a P.I Mouse to be exact. Jason takes this unique FPS for a spin in his latest review.
www.player2.net.au/2026/04/mous...
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Mouse: P.I. For Hire Review – Black Ink, Blacker Hearts | Player2.net.au
It is one of the year's most anticipated titles, but does Mouse: P.I. For Hire meet expectations? Jason's here to share his thoughts with his full review
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/04/mouse-p-i-for-hire-review-black-ink-blacker-hearts/
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Some excellent CGE titles I’ll be checking out for
@player2au.bsky.social
🚀
about 1 month ago
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Mewgenics is undoubtedly a great game, but how does it sit with your values? Jason asks this very question in his latest feature piece.
www.player2.net.au/2026/04/the-...
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The Morality of Mewgenics | Player2.net.au
The Morality of Mewgenics The Cost of Doing BusinessTo play Mewgenics is to be complicit in its world. Despite some truly excellent gameplay, the Mewgenics world is not a nice place, and your role in ...
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/04/the-morality-of-mewgenics/
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Thanks to
@stonemaiergames.com
we’ve got
@gorath44000.bsky.social
going on a tabletop adventure in Vantage, completely updated thanks to the newly released Trail and Sail errata pack
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I own everything by Ode at this point and Suna Valo is another great game in his oeuvre - while it doesn’t quite top La Granja or El Burro for me right now, it’s a breezy solo game and Lukas Siegmon’s art has a warmth to it I’d like to see more off - more please
@capstone-games.com
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Courtesy of
@stonemaiergames.com
we were able to check out the latest expansion for Viticulture, the new Bordeaux (ahem) board. Find out why
@gorath44000.bsky.social
thinks it’s essential!
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Viticulture Bordeaux Expansion – Gold Medal Vintage |
Returning to an old flame can remind us why the spark existed in the first place, or why it was extinguished. Can Bordeaux reignite our passion for Viticulture?
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/04/viticulture-bordeaux-expansion-gold-medal-vintage/
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about 1 month ago
Slept on South Of Midnight during its initial launch window, but got the chance to redeem myself with this PS5 release. The game has its flaws, but is still well worth checking out. Awesome to co-op this review with
@gorath44000.bsky.social
too
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Play my Switch 2? You mean my wife’s Pokopia machine 😭
about 2 months ago
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Hewso
about 2 months ago
The crew of
@player2au.bsky.social
at the
#lizzies
Good looking roosters that lot. So many of our very cool friends got the bikkies tonight it was impossible to not have a great time. Congratulations to all the legends that won
@edmondtran.bsky.social
,
@cvamped.bsky.social
@bibbybhoy.bsky.social
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More like
#ArkhamHorror
Return on Investment if I decided to resell these…
about 2 months ago
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The playmat situation was getting out of hand - but once that single free space is filled, I’ll be back to square one 🤡
about 2 months ago
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Added to the review queue courtesy of
@stonemaiergames.com
and
@offthepagegames.bsky.social
🙌
about 2 months ago
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about 2 months ago
Pieced Together is a lovingly handcrafted and mindful story about the complexities of girlhood and growing up.
@wordsbyalayna.bsky.social
celebrates the accomplishments of the game in this new review
www.player2.net.au/2026/03/piec...
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Pieced Together Review – Videogame Stories can be Magical | Player2.net.au
Pieced Together Review - Videogame Stories can be Magical Pieced Together is a light puzzle game with a scrapbooking aesthetic and an emotionally resonant story. While sorting through a collection of ...
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/03/pieced-together-review-videogame-stories-can-be-magical/
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about 2 months ago
Looking for a relaxed and chill trip to the fair? In that case,
@wordsbyalayna.bsky.social
suggests a ride on the Cozy Caravan.
www.player2.net.au/2026/03/cozy...
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Cozy Caravan Review – Prepare for the Whizz Bang Fair | Player2.net.au
Cozy Caravan Review - Prepare for the Whizz Bang Fair Cozy Caravan is the latest in my growing collection of cute games that let you play as a lil guy and meander around a world, crafting recipes and ...
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/03/cozy-caravan-review-prepare-for-the-whizz-bang-fair/
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about 2 months ago
Courtney of
@riotgames.com
we were given an exclusive card reveal for the upcoming
#riftbound
unleashed set!
#tcg
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Riftbound Unleashed Exclusive Card Reveal! | Player2.net.au
Thanks to Riot Games, Player2 has an exclusive card to reveal from the upcoming third wave of Riftbound - Unleashed!
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/03/riftbound-unleashed-exclusive-card-reveal/
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2 months ago
Turtle Power has hit the world of
#mtg
in a big way - join Raph, Donnie, Leo and Mikey in this Universes Beyond set that might unseat ATLA as this reviewers favourite…
www.player2.net.au/2026/03/magi...
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Magic: the Gathering Review – Turtle Power | Player2.net.au
Magic x TMNT is here! Hey, did you know Chuck Lorre wrote the TMNT theme song but sold off his rights? Poor guy, no way he could ever top that. Cowabazinga!
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/03/magic-the-gathering-review-turtle-power/
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2 months ago
Thanks to
@elgato.com
@pauljamesgames.bsky.social
has been checking out a whole range of their recording and streaming equipment. Here, he gives you a breakdown of what each item is offering
www.player2.net.au/2026/03/elga...
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Elgato Review Roundup: 4K X Capture Card, Stream Deck Mk.2, FaceCam Mk.2 | Player2.net.au
Paul is upping his game with a range of new Elgato products. Hear his thoughts on the Elgato Stream Deck Mk.2, the Elgato Facecam Mk.2, and the Elgato 4K X Capture Card
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/03/elgato-review-roundup-4k-x-capture-card-stream-deck-mk-2-facecam-mk-2/
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One of the best solo games of last year, Corps of Discovery 2e from
@offthepagegames.bsky.social
only has 45 hours of its campaign left - while I have a review on
@player2au.bsky.social
forthcoming, if you love deduction games this is a must-add to your collection, especially if you solo!
#bgg
3 months ago
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3 months ago
Mario Tennis is back, and
@hewso.bsky.social
has grabbed his racquet and answered the call. How does the latest Mario sports title hold up? Check out his full review to find out.
www.player2.net.au/2026/02/mari...
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Mario Tennis Fever Review – More di Minaur Than Djokovic | Player2.net.au
Mario Tennis Fever Review - More di Minaur Than Djokovic So I want to start this by elaborating on my heading. Put the pitchforks down, Aussies, because I love the Demon. Alex di Minaur, in a lot of w...
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/02/mario-tennis-fever-review-more-di-minaur-than-djokovic/
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3 months ago
Thanks to
@koeitecmo.bsky.social
we were able to have both Jason and Stephen take on the behemoth that is Nioh 3 🥷
#review
#nioh3
#teamninja
#soulsborne
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Nioh 3 Co-Op Review – Ghosted of Yokai | Player2.net.au
Nioh 3 is so huge, we needed two reviewers to tackle it! Git Gud Jason and Scrub Stephen are on board to see how Team Ninja have pushed the series forward.
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/02/nioh-3-co-op-review-ghosted-of-yokai/
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3 months ago
After a few scheduling problems and some tech issues, Episode 177 of the P2 Pixelcast is here. This ep sees
@hewso.bsky.social
,
@gorath44000.bsky.social
and
@shaunhubp2.bsky.social
look forward into 2026 to guess what trends are coming within the games industry.
www.player2.net.au/podcast/the-...
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The Player 2 PixelCast 177 | Player2.net.au
The Player 2 PixelCast 177 Sometimes, sh*t happens. You go to turn on your PC, only to find that Microsoft borked a Windows 11 update so bad that it won't even boot up. You go to turn on your trusty R...
https://www.player2.net.au/podcast/the-player-2-pixelcast-177/
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3 months ago
Does
#Lorwyn
eclipse other recent sets of
#Magic
? We had
@gorath44000.bsky.social
get some hands on time with Lorwyn Eclipsed, the latest set of Magic The Gathering, which revels in dark fantasy and feverish fables!
#mtg
#review
#ccg
#tcg
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Lorwyn Eclipsed Review – Grotesque Fantasy | Player2.net.au
Can a return to Lorwyn eclipse other recent Magic the Gathering releases? Check out our review to find out what makes this dark fantasy set shine!
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/01/lorwyn-eclipsed-review-grotesque-fantasy/
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4 months ago
We’ve been fortunate enough to spend some time with the latest wave of
#StarWars
Unlimited thanks to
@fantasyflightgames.bsky.social
- Secrets of Power does some exciting things with new mechanics and for
#Andor
fans is essential!
#ccg
#tcg
#swu
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Star Wars Unlimited – Secrets of Power Review | Player2.net.au
Secrets of Power, the latest wave of Star Wars Unlimited, launched alongside a slew of competitors last November - is it SWU's only hope?
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/01/star-wars-unlimited-secrets-of-power-review/
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4 months ago
So it seems the rumours were true. Chloe is back in Life is Strange: Reunion
www.player2.net.au/2026/01/one-...
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One Last Chance To Change Time – Life is Strange: Reunion Announced. | Player2.net.au
One Last Chance To Change Time - Life is Strange: Reunion Announced. Square Enix and Deck 9 have just confirmed one of 2026's most persistent gaming rumours, and that is a new Life is Strange game, an...
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/01/one-last-chance-to-change-time-life-is-strange-reunion-announced/
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4 months ago
Today, we dive a bit deeper into the RPG genre, focussing on JRPGs and what they're bringing to games in 2026. Here are some of the most interesting 2026 releases!
www.player2.net.au/2026/01/game...
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Games to Watch in 2026 – JRPGs | Player2.net.au
Paul runs through some of the must-watch JRPGs coming to your console or PC near you in 2026
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/01/games-to-watch-in-2026-jrpgs/
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4 months ago
Have you played
#Omen
from Small Box Games? If not,
@gorath44000.bsky.social
thinks you really should…
#cardgame
#lanebattler
#smallboxgames
#review
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Omen Review – Clowdus With A Chance of Bloodshed | Player2.net.au
In this review, Stephen laments the difficulty in obtaining one of his favourite card games, Omen, from designer John Clowdus of Small Box Games.
https://www.player2.net.au/2026/01/omen-review-clowdus-with-a-chance-of-bloodshed/
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5 months ago
There’s only two more days left to join the fight with
@curecancer.bsky.social
and
@gameoncancer.bsky.social
- donate directly or support the cause in other ways!
#charity
#gameoncancer
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Game On To Help Fight Cancer This Weekend | Player2.net.au
Cure Cancer's annual Game On Cancer event is still running for the next few days - find out all the details right here!
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/12/game-on-to-help-fight-cancer-this-weekend/
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5 months ago
Avatar TLA has been shaking up the world of
#Magic
-
@gorath44000.bsky.social
covered the most important parts of the line-up in our review including one item that’s practically essential for ATLA fans!
#review
#mtg
#avatarthelastairbender
#avatarxmtg
#tcg
#magicthegathering
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Avatar x Magic Review – The Best Elements | Player2.net.au
The Avatar has arrived! Join Aang, Katara, Sokka and Zuko in the latest Magic The Gathering set that incorporates Bending to take MtG to the next level.
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/12/avatar-x-magic-review-the-best-elements/
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6 months ago
The latest Lorcana wave is here - Whispers in the Well progresses the story and introduces some new characters into the fold, while also highlighting old favorites in a timely fashion. Check out our review to find out our thoughts on Lorcana 10th wave!
#lorcana
#lorcanatcg
#tcg
#review
#gifted
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Disney Lorcana – Whispers in the Well Review | Player2.net.au
Are you ready to explore the darkness beneath? Whispers in the Well is the latest wave of Disney Lorcana, taking Illumineers on a mystery filled noir adventure.
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/11/disney-lorcana-whispers-in-the-well-review/
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6 months ago
We had
@gorath44000.bsky.social
#review
Kirby Air Riders - he definitely got more than he bargained for: “Ah Kirby, that should be nice and relaxing, perfect for my 5-year-old now he’s wrapped Forgotten Land too.” I was of course horribly wrong about the relaxing part…”
#kirby
#nintendo
#switch2
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Kirby Air Riders Review – Shooting Star | Player2.net.au
Kirby Air Riders is the latest entry in the Kirby series and also the latest game from Smash Bros/Kirby creator Masahiro Sakurai - let us get you up to speed!
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/11/kirby-air-riders-review-shooting-star/
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6 months ago
We love to see youth wanting to write about games, so when Lyndon asked if he could write about Angel, A PAX AUS Indie, how could we say no? We didn't expect him to knock it out of the park, but here we are! Check it out now, and let's cheer on the fresh blood!
www.player2.net.au/2025/11/pax-...
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PAX Aus 2025 – Angel Hands-on Preview: A Deep Racing Rhythm Matchup | Player2.net.au
Editor's Note: After following his mum, the wonderful Meghann O'Neill, to multiple PAX shows, 15-year-old Lyndon approached me for a chance to dip his toes into writing. Ever keen to see the next gen come through, especially given the state of the industry, I was more than happy to make it happen. After you read
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/11/pax-aus-2025-angel-hands-on-preview-a-deep-racing-rhythm-matchup/
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6 months ago
#Riftbound
is the latest
#tcg
to hit the market from
@riotgames.com
and based on our initial experiences is doing a lot of things right…
#ccg
#review
#riftboundtcg
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Riftbound Origins Review – Champions League | Player2.net.au
The offical League of Legends Trading Card Game is here! Riftbound has hit FLGS' Australia wide and we've got the scoop on how it holds up!
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/11/riftbound-origins-review-champions-league/
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6 months ago
Is Once Upon A Katamari the best game in the series? Our reviewer
@gorath44000.bsky.social
seems to think so!
#review
#katamari
#nananananananana
#bandai
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Once Upon A KATAMARI – SoulsBallin’ | Player2.net.au
We had a ball with Once Upon A Katamari, the latest entry in the series from developer RENGAMES and publisher Bandai Namco!
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/11/once-upon-a-katamari-soulsballin/
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You can probably guess what’s on the cards this week/end
6 months ago
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6 months ago
Thanks to Xbox Australia,
@hewso.bsky.social
has spent the last couple of weeks with the Xbox Ally. Check out his thoughts on the entry-level (at $1000...) Xbox Ally system on P2 now.
www.player2.net.au/2025/11/xbox...
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Xbox Ally Review – A Solid System, Not A Perfect One | Player2.net.au
Xbox Ally Review - A Solid System, Not A Perfect One In the world of PC handhelds, there are two camps: Steam Deck and the rest. Steam's Linux-based operating system has always held the edge in terms ...
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/11/xbox-ally-review-a-solid-system-not-a-perfect-one/
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Can’t believe Lego Land Employees be pissing
7 months ago
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My kid forcing me to put up this so he can get a free mystery pack, good job social media marketing guys at Card Kingdom!
#pokemon
#addict
7 months ago
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There’s one person I know who would be excited about this - exclusive 2nd prize draw placemat from the Eorzea Cafe 😅
7 months ago
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7 months ago
Yooka-Laylee is back and it is better than ever. Find out the how and why as
@hewso.bsky.social
and
@pauljamesgames.bsky.social
both dive in to Yooka-Re-Playee
www.player2.net.au/2025/10/yook...
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Yooka-Re-Playee Review – A Rare Upgrade | Player2.net.au
Yooka-Re-Playee Review - A Rare Upgrade The year was 2017, and a group of ex-Rare developers decided the world needed an N64 revival. That revival was in the form of Yooka-Laylee, a game that played o...
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/10/yooka-re-playee-review-a-rare-upgrade/
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Have been walking the Kumano Kodo for the past three days, pictures don’t do it justice. Longest leg down at 30km today, still two more days to go!
7 months ago
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7 months ago
This week
@gorath44000.bsky.social
covers Expeditions, the sequel to smash hit Scythe from
@stonemaiergames.com
- does it surpass its predecessor?
#review
#stonemaiergames
#expeditions
#boardgames
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Expeditions Review – Mech My Day | Player2.net.au
What the Mech? We take a look at Stonemaier Games' Scythe follow-up, Expeditions. More cards, more colours - can it outshine its highly respected predecessor?
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/10/expeditions-review-mech-my-day/
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8 months ago
Our resident Podcast expert
@pretendbeard.bsky.social
is dropping some written words today in his review for Sonic Racing Crossworlds!
#review
#sonic
#sega
#sonicracing
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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Review – Motion Minus Poetry | Player2.net.au
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Review - Motion Minus Poetry Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds opens with an utter blast of energy. Bright colours fizzle across the screen as drums set a racing beat beneath a swift...
https://www.player2.net.au/2025/09/sonic-racing-crossworlds-review-motion-minus-poetry/
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First solo game of SETI from
@czechgames.com
- took a while to SETI-up but luckily a friend had already taught me the game - excited to see what the upcoming expansion brings to the table!
#bgg
#boardgames
#tableforone
#seti
8 months ago
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