There are motherboards that simply provide somewhere to install your CPU, RAM, graphics card and storage, and then there are motherboards like the ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero. This is very much the latter. The Hero is designed as a premium foundation for a high-end gaming PC, and almost every part of the board reflects that philosophy. From its substantial power delivery and PCIe 5.0 support through to Wi-Fi 7, 5Gb Ethernet, Thunderbolt 4 and an impressive amount of storage ex

PCIe 5.0 SSDs have been around for a little while now, but there is still a fairly simple question surrounding them for gamers: do you actually need one? PCIe 4.0 SSDs are already incredibly fast. A good PCIe 4.0 drive can load Windows in seconds, launch games quickly and make a traditional hard drive feel like something from another era. So, on the surface, it can be difficult to justify spending more money on an even faster SSD when the one already sitting in your PC feels

There’s a lot to like about this particular PC build, not because every component is simply the most expensive option available, but because the system has been put together with a clear purpose in mind. This is a high-end gaming machine designed primarily around 4K gaming, but with enough processing power, storage and cooling to comfortably handle pretty much anything else we want to throw at it. What stands out after using the system isn't necessarily any one component, but

If you've been looking at getting into sim racing, or you've been waiting for a good opportunity to upgrade your current racing wheel setup, this could be a pretty good time to take a look at the Logitech RS50. The Playstation/PC version of the RS50 is currently 17% off on Amazon Australia, making it a particularly interesting option for anyone who has been sitting on the fence about making the jump to a direct drive setup. I spent a considerable amount of time with the RS50

Intel is taking a pretty interesting approach with this year's Intel Gamer Days campaign, partnering with Fuse Games and Crystal Dynamics on two upcoming PC releases, STAR WARS: Galactic Racer and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. What makes this partnership more interesting than your standard hardware sponsorship is the level of integration Intel is bringing to both games. Both titles are being optimised for Intel hardware and will support Intel's XeSS 3 technology, including

PlayStation gamers who prefer a desktop setup, your audio upgrade is finally on the horizon. Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially locked in the details for the PULSE Elevate, their very first set of wireless speakers designed specifically for desktop gaming. Whether you’re grinding out trophies on your PS5, running raids on PC or Mac, or taking your PlayStation Portal on the go, these speakers are built to fit seamlessly into your routine. Here is a look at what they

Hayden Panettiere, the acclaimed American actress best known for her various television roles including Heroes and Nashville, has sadly passed away at the age of 36. Her death was confirmed on August 17, 2026, by her father Skip Panettiere. The exact cause of death has not been revealed, with her family asking for privacy as they deal with the loss. Panettiere first found international fame as a child actor before becoming widely known for her role as the regenerating cheerle

This will be our PAX mega-thread, we will update this with all the lates announcements from PAX AUS ahead of the event on the 9th-11th October. Check back regularly for updates and information. *Updated 17/08/2026* PAX Aus Unveils Massive eBay Tabletop Hall With New Magic: The Gathering Experiences, Major TCG Showcases and Unmissable Anniversary Celebrations August 4th 2026 PAX AUS will showcase its largest tabletop area yet, with leading distributors and publishers, includin

During D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026, SQUARE ENIX and Disney & Pixar Games have confirmed that KINGDOM HEARTS IV is targeting a late 2027 release, alongside the debut of a new trailer during the Disney Entertainment Showcase. The trailer gave fans their first look at a new world inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Coco, adding another Pixar property to the ever-growing list of worlds being brought into the KINGDOM HEARTS universe. There was also a major surprise announce

For the first time in Call of Duty franchise history, a single player campaign mission will be available during both weekends of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta Here's the first Glimpse of that level, called ENTRENCHED: Players who digitally pre-order Modern Warfare 4 on any platform will receive access to the single player Campaign a week early on 16 October. The worldwide launch of the game is on 23 October. Here's some more information about exactly what will be av