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.
REVIEW // Foolish Mortals
Inklingwood Studios has nailed the brief for what it takes to create an outstanding adventure, and to do it with its first try is very impressive
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Inklingwood Studios has nailed the brief for what it takes to create an outstanding adventure, and to do it with its first try is very impressive
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November 17, 2025 at 12:28 PM
REVIEW // Foolish Mortals
Inklingwood Studios has nailed the brief for what it takes to create an outstanding adventure, and to do it with its first try is very impressive
Read: well-played.com.au/foolish-mort...
Inklingwood Studios has nailed the brief for what it takes to create an outstanding adventure, and to do it with its first try is very impressive
Read: well-played.com.au/foolish-mort...
REVIEW // Dead Static Drive
Dead Static Drive is not the joyous cosmic horror joyride we were hoping for
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Dead Static Drive is not the joyous cosmic horror joyride we were hoping for
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November 16, 2025 at 6:28 AM
REVIEW // Dead Static Drive
Dead Static Drive is not the joyous cosmic horror joyride we were hoping for
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Dead Static Drive is not the joyous cosmic horror joyride we were hoping for
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REVIEW // Dispatch
Dispatch is a hilarious, action-packed choice game that should be in the Game of the Year conversation
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Dispatch is a hilarious, action-packed choice game that should be in the Game of the Year conversation
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November 16, 2025 at 1:11 AM
REVIEW // Dispatch
Dispatch is a hilarious, action-packed choice game that should be in the Game of the Year conversation
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Dispatch is a hilarious, action-packed choice game that should be in the Game of the Year conversation
Read: www.well-played.com.au/dispatch-rev...
REVIEW // Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment
Slotting into the modern Legend of Zelda story canon makes Age of Imprisonment the most focused and cohesive Hyrule Warriors entry so far
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Slotting into the modern Legend of Zelda story canon makes Age of Imprisonment the most focused and cohesive Hyrule Warriors entry so far
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November 11, 2025 at 2:16 AM
REVIEW // Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment
Slotting into the modern Legend of Zelda story canon makes Age of Imprisonment the most focused and cohesive Hyrule Warriors entry so far
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Slotting into the modern Legend of Zelda story canon makes Age of Imprisonment the most focused and cohesive Hyrule Warriors entry so far
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REVIEW // Dragon Quest I & II Remake
More than a 2D-HD remake, this is a revitalisation of Dragon Quest’s first two turn-based, random encounter-driven adventures
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More than a 2D-HD remake, this is a revitalisation of Dragon Quest’s first two turn-based, random encounter-driven adventures
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November 10, 2025 at 11:50 PM
REVIEW // Dragon Quest I & II Remake
More than a 2D-HD remake, this is a revitalisation of Dragon Quest’s first two turn-based, random encounter-driven adventures
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More than a 2D-HD remake, this is a revitalisation of Dragon Quest’s first two turn-based, random encounter-driven adventures
Read: www.well-played.com.au/dragon-quest...
REVIEW // Trials in the Sky 1st Chapter
Falcom have brought their learnings from the years of Ys and Trails, and condensed the strengths of both RPG series into a revitalised entry point into its grand tech-fantasy saga
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Falcom have brought their learnings from the years of Ys and Trails, and condensed the strengths of both RPG series into a revitalised entry point into its grand tech-fantasy saga
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October 28, 2025 at 8:24 AM
REVIEW // Trials in the Sky 1st Chapter
Falcom have brought their learnings from the years of Ys and Trails, and condensed the strengths of both RPG series into a revitalised entry point into its grand tech-fantasy saga
Read: www.well-played.com.au/trails-in-th...
Falcom have brought their learnings from the years of Ys and Trails, and condensed the strengths of both RPG series into a revitalised entry point into its grand tech-fantasy saga
Read: www.well-played.com.au/trails-in-th...
REVIEW // PowerWash Simulator 2
There’s just enough new depth here to tease out a bit of strategy and self-imposed challenge, and I’ve enjoyed rising to it – especially when there’s a scissor lift handy
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There’s just enough new depth here to tease out a bit of strategy and self-imposed challenge, and I’ve enjoyed rising to it – especially when there’s a scissor lift handy
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October 23, 2025 at 7:00 AM
REVIEW // PowerWash Simulator 2
There’s just enough new depth here to tease out a bit of strategy and self-imposed challenge, and I’ve enjoyed rising to it – especially when there’s a scissor lift handy
Read: www.well-played.com.au/powerwash-si...
There’s just enough new depth here to tease out a bit of strategy and self-imposed challenge, and I’ve enjoyed rising to it – especially when there’s a scissor lift handy
Read: www.well-played.com.au/powerwash-si...
REVIEW // Once Upon A Katamari
Joy is still in abundance for players, and if the delightful absurdity that permeates every corner of this game is any indication I’d say it’s there for the creators as well
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Joy is still in abundance for players, and if the delightful absurdity that permeates every corner of this game is any indication I’d say it’s there for the creators as well
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October 23, 2025 at 6:11 AM
REVIEW // Once Upon A Katamari
Joy is still in abundance for players, and if the delightful absurdity that permeates every corner of this game is any indication I’d say it’s there for the creators as well
Read: www.well-played.com.au/once-upon-a-...
Joy is still in abundance for players, and if the delightful absurdity that permeates every corner of this game is any indication I’d say it’s there for the creators as well
Read: www.well-played.com.au/once-upon-a-...
REVIEW // Keeper
The touching story of a lighthouse and its avian friend hits the mark, especially with its environmental messaging, I just wish the motions I took while enjoying it were more engaging
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The touching story of a lighthouse and its avian friend hits the mark, especially with its environmental messaging, I just wish the motions I took while enjoying it were more engaging
Read: www.well-played.com.au/keeper-review/
October 22, 2025 at 12:09 AM
REVIEW // Keeper
The touching story of a lighthouse and its avian friend hits the mark, especially with its environmental messaging, I just wish the motions I took while enjoying it were more engaging
Read: www.well-played.com.au/keeper-review/
The touching story of a lighthouse and its avian friend hits the mark, especially with its environmental messaging, I just wish the motions I took while enjoying it were more engaging
Read: www.well-played.com.au/keeper-review/
REVIEW // Static Dread: The Lighthouse
While I truly commend the effort here and love the presentation of the package, there are just too many underdone elements to ignore
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While I truly commend the effort here and love the presentation of the package, there are just too many underdone elements to ignore
Read: www.well-played.com.au/static-dread...
October 21, 2025 at 2:30 AM
REVIEW // Static Dread: The Lighthouse
While I truly commend the effort here and love the presentation of the package, there are just too many underdone elements to ignore
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While I truly commend the effort here and love the presentation of the package, there are just too many underdone elements to ignore
Read: www.well-played.com.au/static-dread...
REVIEW // Ninja Gaiden 4
Mainline Ninja Gaiden returns after more than a decade with fun, fast and challenging gameplay, and plenty of blood
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Mainline Ninja Gaiden returns after more than a decade with fun, fast and challenging gameplay, and plenty of blood
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October 20, 2025 at 11:17 PM
REVIEW // Ninja Gaiden 4
Mainline Ninja Gaiden returns after more than a decade with fun, fast and challenging gameplay, and plenty of blood
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Mainline Ninja Gaiden returns after more than a decade with fun, fast and challenging gameplay, and plenty of blood
Read: www.well-played.com.au/ninja-gaiden...
PODCAST // WellPlayed DLC 261
This week we share our highlights from PAX Aus 2025, review Battlefield 6 and more
Spotify: bit.ly/4ng3fRn
Apple: apple.co/3WdmsIE
YouTube: youtu.be/cocqkamtwro
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
This week we share our highlights from PAX Aus 2025, review Battlefield 6 and more
Spotify: bit.ly/4ng3fRn
Apple: apple.co/3WdmsIE
YouTube: youtu.be/cocqkamtwro
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
October 19, 2025 at 5:31 AM
PODCAST // WellPlayed DLC 261
This week we share our highlights from PAX Aus 2025, review Battlefield 6 and more
Spotify: bit.ly/4ng3fRn
Apple: apple.co/3WdmsIE
YouTube: youtu.be/cocqkamtwro
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
This week we share our highlights from PAX Aus 2025, review Battlefield 6 and more
Spotify: bit.ly/4ng3fRn
Apple: apple.co/3WdmsIE
YouTube: youtu.be/cocqkamtwro
Ep Deets: www.well-played.com.au/the-wellplay...
REVIEW // Letters to Arralla
Letters to Arralla is a wholesome and cheeky Australian-made experience
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Letters to Arralla is a wholesome and cheeky Australian-made experience
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October 18, 2025 at 11:15 PM
REVIEW // Letters to Arralla
Letters to Arralla is a wholesome and cheeky Australian-made experience
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Letters to Arralla is a wholesome and cheeky Australian-made experience
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October 15, 2025 at 9:09 PM
REVIEW // Twinkleby
Twinkleby is an enjoyable decorating game that has dollhouse-like features, which will capture your attention for hours if cozy zen building games are your jam
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Twinkleby is an enjoyable decorating game that has dollhouse-like features, which will capture your attention for hours if cozy zen building games are your jam
Read: www.well-played.com.au/twinkleby-re...
October 14, 2025 at 2:30 AM
REVIEW // Twinkleby
Twinkleby is an enjoyable decorating game that has dollhouse-like features, which will capture your attention for hours if cozy zen building games are your jam
Read: www.well-played.com.au/twinkleby-re...
Twinkleby is an enjoyable decorating game that has dollhouse-like features, which will capture your attention for hours if cozy zen building games are your jam
Read: www.well-played.com.au/twinkleby-re...
Only @ashwayling.bsky.social could interview Randy Pitchford and Sam Winkler dressed as a gorilla
October 11, 2025 at 7:46 AM
Only @ashwayling.bsky.social could interview Randy Pitchford and Sam Winkler dressed as a gorilla
REVIEW // Silent Hill f
Silent Hill f is the step forward Silent Hill needs; it’s a shame it was onto such unstable ground
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Silent Hill f is the step forward Silent Hill needs; it’s a shame it was onto such unstable ground
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October 9, 2025 at 9:41 PM
REVIEW // Silent Hill f
Silent Hill f is the step forward Silent Hill needs; it’s a shame it was onto such unstable ground
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Silent Hill f is the step forward Silent Hill needs; it’s a shame it was onto such unstable ground
Read: www.well-played.com.au/silent-hill-...
REVIEW // Battlefield 6
Battlefield 6 is more than a return to form; it’s one of the best entries in the franchise
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Battlefield 6 is more than a return to form; it’s one of the best entries in the franchise
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October 9, 2025 at 3:04 PM
REVIEW // Battlefield 6
Battlefield 6 is more than a return to form; it’s one of the best entries in the franchise
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Battlefield 6 is more than a return to form; it’s one of the best entries in the franchise
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REVIEW // Little Nightmares 3
Supermassive's entry to the series is familiar but still has moments that stand out
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Supermassive's entry to the series is familiar but still has moments that stand out
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October 8, 2025 at 1:13 PM
REVIEW // Little Nightmares 3
Supermassive's entry to the series is familiar but still has moments that stand out
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Supermassive's entry to the series is familiar but still has moments that stand out
Read: www.well-played.com.au/little-night...
REVIEW // Hotel Barcelona
Hotel Barcelona is an underwhelming roguelike with lopsided design that simply doesn’t nail the fundamentals that make the genre popular
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Hotel Barcelona is an underwhelming roguelike with lopsided design that simply doesn’t nail the fundamentals that make the genre popular
Read: www.well-played.com.au/hotel-barcel...
October 6, 2025 at 11:50 AM
REVIEW // Hotel Barcelona
Hotel Barcelona is an underwhelming roguelike with lopsided design that simply doesn’t nail the fundamentals that make the genre popular
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Hotel Barcelona is an underwhelming roguelike with lopsided design that simply doesn’t nail the fundamentals that make the genre popular
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REVIEW // Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
A confident and refreshing return to form that showcases exactly what makes the Sonic Racing series so great
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A confident and refreshing return to form that showcases exactly what makes the Sonic Racing series so great
Read: www.well-played.com.au/sonic-racing...
October 4, 2025 at 6:27 AM
REVIEW // Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
A confident and refreshing return to form that showcases exactly what makes the Sonic Racing series so great
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A confident and refreshing return to form that showcases exactly what makes the Sonic Racing series so great
Read: www.well-played.com.au/sonic-racing...
REVIEW // Dying Light: The Beast
Techland delivers the best of what fans love about Dying Light in The Beast
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Techland delivers the best of what fans love about Dying Light in The Beast
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October 3, 2025 at 10:59 AM
REVIEW // Dying Light: The Beast
Techland delivers the best of what fans love about Dying Light in The Beast
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Techland delivers the best of what fans love about Dying Light in The Beast
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REVIEW // Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2
What’s here is a perfectly fine way to play or replay two of Nintendo's most beloved 3D Mario games
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What’s here is a perfectly fine way to play or replay two of Nintendo's most beloved 3D Mario games
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September 30, 2025 at 1:52 PM
REVIEW // Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2
What’s here is a perfectly fine way to play or replay two of Nintendo's most beloved 3D Mario games
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What’s here is a perfectly fine way to play or replay two of Nintendo's most beloved 3D Mario games
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REVIEW // Google Pixel 10 Pro XL & Google Pixel 10
The latest Pixel devices prove once again why Google's smartphones are some of the best
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The latest Pixel devices prove once again why Google's smartphones are some of the best
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September 30, 2025 at 9:34 AM
REVIEW // Google Pixel 10 Pro XL & Google Pixel 10
The latest Pixel devices prove once again why Google's smartphones are some of the best
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The latest Pixel devices prove once again why Google's smartphones are some of the best
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REVIEW // Ghost of Yōtei
Ghost of Yōtei does more than live up to the mantle of the Ghost; it solidifies itself as an instant modern classic.
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Ghost of Yōtei does more than live up to the mantle of the Ghost; it solidifies itself as an instant modern classic.
Read: www.well-played.com.au/ghost-of-yot...
September 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
REVIEW // Ghost of Yōtei
Ghost of Yōtei does more than live up to the mantle of the Ghost; it solidifies itself as an instant modern classic.
Read: www.well-played.com.au/ghost-of-yot...
Ghost of Yōtei does more than live up to the mantle of the Ghost; it solidifies itself as an instant modern classic.
Read: www.well-played.com.au/ghost-of-yot...