WellPlayed
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A small collective of avid Aussie gamers, who have ventured out on their own and present their spin on the gaming world. You can find our reviews on Metacritic and OpenCritic.
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@wellplayed.bsky.social
· Jan 13
💚💛As is tradition, we're cataloguing every game released by Australian and New Zealand developers in 2025 (and beyond)🖤🤍
If you're an Aussie or New Zealand studio working on a game, we'd love to hear about it and add it to the list 😍
Read: www.well-played.com.au/every-austra...
If you're an Aussie or New Zealand studio working on a game, we'd love to hear about it and add it to the list 😍
Read: www.well-played.com.au/every-austra...
REVIEW // Skate Story
"Despite a few issues that prevent the game from reaching its full potential, Skate Story embodies the kind of high-risk, high-reward creativity that makes indie gaming so special"
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"Despite a few issues that prevent the game from reaching its full potential, Skate Story embodies the kind of high-risk, high-reward creativity that makes indie gaming so special"
Read: www.well-played.com.au/skate-story-...
January 6, 2026 at 1:30 AM
REVIEW // Skate Story
"Despite a few issues that prevent the game from reaching its full potential, Skate Story embodies the kind of high-risk, high-reward creativity that makes indie gaming so special"
Read: www.well-played.com.au/skate-story-...
"Despite a few issues that prevent the game from reaching its full potential, Skate Story embodies the kind of high-risk, high-reward creativity that makes indie gaming so special"
Read: www.well-played.com.au/skate-story-...
Billie Jean was on the scene
Hackers Compromise Rainbow Six Siege, Use It To Spam Michael Jackson Lyrics Via Account Bans
Time for Tachanka’s Karakoe
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December 28, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Billie Jean was on the scene
REVIEW // Star Wars Unlimited – Secrets Of Power
"In a year of releases where we’ve seen both major overhauls and minor tweaks, Secrets of Power caps off the year with new content that lands comfortably in the middle "
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"In a year of releases where we’ve seen both major overhauls and minor tweaks, Secrets of Power caps off the year with new content that lands comfortably in the middle "
Read: www.well-played.com.au/star-wars-un...
December 24, 2025 at 10:54 PM
REVIEW // Star Wars Unlimited – Secrets Of Power
"In a year of releases where we’ve seen both major overhauls and minor tweaks, Secrets of Power caps off the year with new content that lands comfortably in the middle "
Read: www.well-played.com.au/star-wars-un...
"In a year of releases where we’ve seen both major overhauls and minor tweaks, Secrets of Power caps off the year with new content that lands comfortably in the middle "
Read: www.well-played.com.au/star-wars-un...
Bond's license to kill is still pending
007 First Light Has Been Delayed By A Few Months
It hasn't gone Gold(finger) just yet
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December 24, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Bond's license to kill is still pending
Toxic Commando's blend of MudRunner and Left 4 Dead left a great impression on Ash and Adam
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Preview – A Spicy Shooter Surprise
Friends, trucks and a whole lotta luck
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December 23, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Toxic Commando's blend of MudRunner and Left 4 Dead left a great impression on Ash and Adam
Awful news about an industry veteran
Head Of The Battlefield Series And Respawn Co-Founder Vince Zampella Has Passed Away Following A Tragic Car Crash
A true industry heavyweight
www.well-played.com.au
December 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Awful news about an industry veteran
REVIEW // Nothing Ear (3)
"With its eye-catching design and a price of $299, the Nothing Ear (3) is a great option for anyone looking for a set of wireless earbuds that offers premium comfort, excellent audio quality, and an outstanding companion app, despite its bang average noise cancelling."
"With its eye-catching design and a price of $299, the Nothing Ear (3) is a great option for anyone looking for a set of wireless earbuds that offers premium comfort, excellent audio quality, and an outstanding companion app, despite its bang average noise cancelling."
Nothing Ear (3) Review
Nothing continues to prove itself as a big player in the audio market
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December 22, 2025 at 12:26 AM
REVIEW // Nothing Ear (3)
"With its eye-catching design and a price of $299, the Nothing Ear (3) is a great option for anyone looking for a set of wireless earbuds that offers premium comfort, excellent audio quality, and an outstanding companion app, despite its bang average noise cancelling."
"With its eye-catching design and a price of $299, the Nothing Ear (3) is a great option for anyone looking for a set of wireless earbuds that offers premium comfort, excellent audio quality, and an outstanding companion app, despite its bang average noise cancelling."
Stranger Things have happened, I guess
A New FIFA Game Is Being Developed For Netflix Games
Sounds a bit Tudum
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December 18, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Stranger Things have happened, I guess
It's still early days, but Casey Hudson is confident that the wait won't be too long
Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic Will Release Before 2030 According To Game Director Casey Hudson
Difficult to see. Always in motion is the future
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December 17, 2025 at 3:10 AM
It's still early days, but Casey Hudson is confident that the wait won't be too long
More Silksong is on the way
Hollow Knight: Silksong – Sea of Sorrow Is A Free Expansion Coming In 2026
Hornet isn't done yet
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December 16, 2025 at 5:35 AM
More Silksong is on the way
Improvements made since the Alpha test are clear to see
Bungie’s Marathon Has Been Reintroduced With A New Release Window And A Price Point
Let's try this again
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December 16, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Improvements made since the Alpha test are clear to see
PODCAST // WellPlayed DLC 264
This week the team discuss the 2025 Game Awards and share their highlights from the show
Spotify: bit.ly/3Yupw40
Apple: apple.co/4oTNRLk
YouTube: youtu.be/kWcw3gQqlE4
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
This week the team discuss the 2025 Game Awards and share their highlights from the show
Spotify: bit.ly/3Yupw40
Apple: apple.co/4oTNRLk
YouTube: youtu.be/kWcw3gQqlE4
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
December 15, 2025 at 8:35 AM
PODCAST // WellPlayed DLC 264
This week the team discuss the 2025 Game Awards and share their highlights from the show
Spotify: bit.ly/3Yupw40
Apple: apple.co/4oTNRLk
YouTube: youtu.be/kWcw3gQqlE4
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
This week the team discuss the 2025 Game Awards and share their highlights from the show
Spotify: bit.ly/3Yupw40
Apple: apple.co/4oTNRLk
YouTube: youtu.be/kWcw3gQqlE4
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
The Caped Crusader is coming soon
Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight Locks In A May Release Date
The Bat Signal shines in May
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December 15, 2025 at 1:49 AM
The Caped Crusader is coming soon
Friendship ended with Hall Effect, now TMR is my best friend
Razer Raiju V3 Pro Review
Pushes the right buttons
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December 14, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Friendship ended with Hall Effect, now TMR is my best friend
But will we see Ben Quadinaros?
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Is A High-Speed Racing Game From Former Need For Speed And Burnout Devs
Now this isn't podracing
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December 12, 2025 at 8:36 AM
But will we see Ben Quadinaros?
A cute platformer is about to join your Wishlist
Evan Peters Stars In Action-Adventure Platformer Bradley The Badger
A cute character and a bangin' voice actor
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December 12, 2025 at 6:00 AM
A cute platformer is about to join your Wishlist
Righteous zeal is back on the menu
Diablo’s Holy Warrior Class Returns To The Game
A new expansion brings a familiar friend back to the fold
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December 12, 2025 at 5:30 AM
Righteous zeal is back on the menu
No prizes will be awarded for those who called it
Here Are All Of The Winners From The Game Awards 2025
And the winner is...
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December 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM
No prizes will be awarded for those who called it
Big Geoff's big show delivered the goods
Everything Announced At The Game Awards 2025
One of the best Game Awards we've seen
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December 12, 2025 at 4:26 AM
Big Geoff's big show delivered the goods
We finally know what big Geoff was teasing
Divinity Was The Game Teased By Geoff Keighley’s Desert Statue And It’s The Biggest Game From Larian Studios Yet
Mystery solved
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December 12, 2025 at 1:59 AM
We finally know what big Geoff was teasing
With the KotoR Game Director at the helm
Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic Is A New Single-Player Action-Adventure Set In A Galaxy Far, Far Away
The Republic is fading
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December 12, 2025 at 1:35 AM
With the KotoR Game Director at the helm
Peaceful puzzles
Mirria Is A Spot-The-Difference Puzzler All About Atmosphere And Relaxation
Spot the vibes
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December 11, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Peaceful puzzles
Deconstructeam's next title looks like it could be a smash hit
Virtue And A Sledgehammer Is A Destruction-Based Exploration Game That Deals With Heavy Themes By Crushing Them
Don't bury your feelings, smash them
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December 11, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Deconstructeam's next title looks like it could be a smash hit
Kick, push, and Creed
December 2025’s PlayStation Plus Extra/Deluxe Catalogue Update Has Been Revealed
Pop shank it
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December 11, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Kick, push, and Creed
REVIEW // Anno 117: Pax Romana
The hours will magically disappear as you craft great societies for your Roman and Celtic residents, and your city-building obsession is sure to outlast the whimpering footnote that is the campaign’s resolution
Read: www.well-played.com.au/anno-117-pax...
The hours will magically disappear as you craft great societies for your Roman and Celtic residents, and your city-building obsession is sure to outlast the whimpering footnote that is the campaign’s resolution
Read: www.well-played.com.au/anno-117-pax...
December 10, 2025 at 11:50 PM
REVIEW // Anno 117: Pax Romana
The hours will magically disappear as you craft great societies for your Roman and Celtic residents, and your city-building obsession is sure to outlast the whimpering footnote that is the campaign’s resolution
Read: www.well-played.com.au/anno-117-pax...
The hours will magically disappear as you craft great societies for your Roman and Celtic residents, and your city-building obsession is sure to outlast the whimpering footnote that is the campaign’s resolution
Read: www.well-played.com.au/anno-117-pax...