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What makes a great video game sidekick

A great video game sidekick isn't just a helper. The best ones change how you see the protagonist, and the design principles behind them are more deliberate than they look.

September 11, 2026

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What makes a great video game villain

A great video game villain isn't just a final obstacle. The best ones reframe everything that came before them, and the design principles behind them are surprisingly consistent.

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Games like Skyrim: open worlds worth losing yourself in

If you've exhausted Skyrim's holds and still want that sense of stepping into a breathing world with no obvious edge, these open-world RPGs are the closest thing to a second fix.

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GTA 6 rating in Australia: what to expect from the Classification Board

The GTA 6 rating in Australia is one of the most anticipated classification decisions in years. Here's how the Australian Classification Board works and what history tells us about the outcome.

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God of War Ragnarök: what makes it worth revisiting

God of War Ragnarök raised the stakes on one of gaming's best reboots and mostly delivered. Here's what makes it stand out and where it asks a lot of the player.

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The best Resident Evil game, ranked by what they do well

Picking the best Resident Evil game depends entirely on what you want from survival horror. Here's how the series' most important entries stack up against each other.

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Pokémon Legends: Arceus reviewed from the cheap seats

Pokémon Legends: Arceus stripped back decades of formula and rebuilt the series from the ground up. It's not perfect, but it's the most interesting thing Game Freak has released in years.

Industry News

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Coverage of operator launches mergers and major announcements across the Australian iGaming sector.

Wagering operator licence transfers in Australia: how they work

Buying an Australian wagering business is not the same as buying its licence. The transfer process involves state regulators, fit-and-proper assessments, and timelines that can stretch a deal considerably.

Regulation and Policy

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Plain language updates on ACMA rulings, state licensing, and federal gambling law changes.

Minimum bet liability rules in Australia: how they work

Australia's minimum bet liability rules force licensed wagering operators to accept wagers up to prescribed thresholds, limiting their ability to restrict winning customers. Here's how the obligations work in practice.

Responsible Gambling

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Reporting on harm minimisation programs self exclusion schemes and player protection initiatives.

Gambling self-exclusion breaches: what happens when operators fail to block

Self-exclusion schemes only work if operators actually enforce them. When they don't, the consequences stretch from regulatory fines to licence reviews and significant reputational damage.

Operators and Brands

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Profiles and business analysis of licensed wagering operators active in Australia.

Blended betting accounts: how multi-brand operators manage shared wallets

As multi-brand wagering groups consolidate their Australian operations, shared wallet structures are reshaping how players move money between products. Here's how blended betting accounts actually work.

Sports Betting

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Trends in fixed odds wagering, market share shifts, and major sporting event coverage.

In-play betting in Australia: why the restrictions exist

Australia is one of the few regulated markets where in-play sports betting is prohibited online, yet demand hasn't disappeared. Here's how the restriction works and what it means for operators and punters.

Racing and Wagering

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Industry coverage of thoroughbred harness and greyhound wagering markets.

Betting exchanges vs bookmakers in Australian racing

Betting exchanges and traditional bookmakers offer fundamentally different propositions in Australian racing wagering. Understanding the gap between them helps operators and punters make sense of where the market is heading.

Technology and Platforms

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Reporting on platform providers payment systems and software powering Australian operators.

Fraud detection in iGaming: how Australian operators build their defences

Fraud in iGaming isn't a peripheral risk for Australian operators. It sits at the centre of payment processing, account management, and compliance. Here is how platform-level defences actually work.

Marketing and Advertising

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Analysis of advertising restrictions sponsorship deals and operator marketing strategies.

Games coming out in 2026: what it means for iGaming marketing

The 2026 video game release calendar is one of the largest in years, and Australian iGaming operators are paying close attention. Here's how major launches are reshaping sponsorship, affiliate marketing, and audience targeting strategies.

Data and Research

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Market reports player behaviour studies and revenue figures from across the sector.

Caesars New York: what the gaming giant's empire means for the market

Caesars Entertainment's New York footprint spans land-based casinos, the Empire City racino, and a major mobile sports betting licence. Here's what that presence reveals about one of North America's most competitive gaming markets.

Lottery and Keno

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News on Lotterywest the Lott and Keno products operating in Australia.

Lottery prize claiming in Australia: how it works and what to know

Winning a lottery prize in Australia is only half the process. How winners claim, what operators must do, and where the rules differ by state are details that matter for every part of the industry.

People and Careers

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Executive appointments hiring trends and workforce stories from Australian iGaming companies.

Counteroffers in Australian iGaming: when to accept and when to walk

A counteroffer from your current employer can feel like validation, but in Australian iGaming it's rarely that simple. Here's what the data and the hiring dynamics actually suggest you should do.

International Watch

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How offshore markets and global regulatory shifts affect the Australian industry.

Canada's iGaming reform: what Australian operators need to watch

Canada's shift to provincially regulated iGaming markets has produced one of the most instructive reform models in the English-speaking world. Australian operators have concrete lessons to draw from it.

Events and Conferences

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Previews and recaps of Australian iGaming trade shows, summits, and industry awards.

Aviator brand at Australian iGaming events: what to expect

The Aviator brand has become a recognisable name on the Australian iGaming conference circuit, turning up at trade shows and supplier showcases where crash-game mechanics are drawing serious commercial attention.

Crypto News

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The lastet information about cryptocurrency regulations in Australia, plus information about the current crypto news all over the world

Crypto airdrop tax in Australia: what recipients need to know

Crypto airdrops look like free tokens, but the Australian Taxation Office disagrees. Understanding when and how airdropped tokens are taxed can save recipients from an unexpected bill.