Culture
New Aussie tech pod alert: Queens of the Drone Age
Johnston, Jones, Yeo and Yeo have a new Aussie tech podcast that looks like a fresh and smart addition to the scene. Go get it!
Culture
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Games
Too many people think they know what went wrong with Cyberpunk 2077
Instead of pretending we know what really happened behind the scenes, it's more valuable to consider the complexities of making games.
Technology
20 shining lights of 2020: things that made a bad year brighter
It's been 'interesting', but here's some brilliant TV, tech, games, and standout moments that delighted, inspired or helped us along the way.
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.
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.
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.
Culture
Gifting a game is its own love language
The gift of a game is quickly becoming one of the most accessible ways to get a pal something personal. But what's the best way to choose?
Addicted to addiction rhetoric
Communication is unfailingly the solution to keeping someone on the right path to building great relationships with games. To know how to stay focused on all the benefits and values they can get from loving games, and where the pitfalls lie and how to avoid them.
Games
No Straight Roads Christmas update brings my new favourite Xmas album
The epic rock vs EDM adventure of No Straight Roads brings a Christmas update packed full of cheer including new remixes and skins for free!
Big Ideas
Twilight Struggle and why we’re still obsessed with the Cold War
What if a board game could give us the chance to play out the Cold War and figure out just why the US-Russia conflict is so fascinating?