Games
Toxicity Ghettoing: an Amazon patent could create a gaming class system
From quitters to shouty men, toxic players deserve a special place in hell. But is this the right path to send them there?
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Demon’s Souls? No, League of Legends: Wild Rift is the best remake of the year
For all the negative framing applied to mobile gaming, Wild Rift isn’t a dumbed-down version of League of Legends. It’s a more elegant one.
Culture
Byteside’s favourite TV shows of 2020
Nice, weird, funny and fierce. From Lasso to Mando and more, these are Byteside's favourite TV shows of 2020.
Technology
Apple AirPods Max: first impressions
After more than a week I am in love with the AirPods Max audio, but there are some niggling issues that detract from the experience.
Games
Settlers of Catan: my family Christmas tradition
Every family has its traditions. Some involve a land called Catan. Herein is an exploration of the ritual that defines my Christmas.
Sales vs success vs Cyberpunk
I’m reminded of the Aesop’s Fable “The Dog & His Reflection”. CDPR chased the bigger bone, the desire to release simultaneously across PC, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.
Games
The Pathless is an exercise in indie elegance
The Pathless is a beautiful new title from the team at Giant Squid. Find out what makes it so special in our review.
Media
Dune director Denis Villeneuve: "Warner Bros. just might have killed the Dune franchise"
Denis Villeneuve thinks Warner Bros. "might just have killed the Dune franchise", which would be a tragedy for all involved.
Games
Byteside's favourite indie games of 2020
Check out our picks for some of the best indie and smaller budget games we have played to avoid the real world in 2020.
Gear
Gaming headset review roundup: Alienware, Razer, Turtle Beach, HyperX and more
There are a lot of gaming headsets on the market. Here's a big round-up looking at headsets from some of the biggest brands available.
Technology
BlueAnt X5 Bluetooth Party Speaker review: simply the best
We put the BlueAnt X5 Bluetooth Party Speakers to the test and were genuinely impressed with the sound and functionality.
Culture
The Church of the Holy Sweet Roll: a unique Australian lore story for The Elder Scrolls
From weird origins at PAX Aus to references in Elder Scrolls Online. Welcome to this bizarre and deeply wholesome gaming community.