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Overwatch developers form union under CWA
Over 2,600 workers at Microsoft-owned studios are now part of a union.

US game console prices could rise by 69% due to Trump tariffs, says TPW
Consoles, monitors, smartphones, laptops, and more will also likely increase in price.

Frosty Games Fest locks in June showcase date
Tune in for a showcase of 50+ games from Australia and New Zealand.

New Lego Animal Crossing sets include museum, houses, and more
Blathers, Goldie, Lily, Stitches, Fang, and Fuschia join the Lego Animal Crossing lineup.

Melbourne's Paper House is hosting a "fantastic" Switch 2 launch party
Head over to Thornbury if you're looking for wholesome party vibes.

GenAI remains major obstacle in SAG-AFTRA voice actor negotiations
24 out of 25 proposals have reportedly been met already.

SXSW Sydney 2025 Games Festival speakers include Skill Up, Noclip founders
Game studio founders, developers, and directors also join the lineup.

Fallout 1 + 2 source code has been preserved, despite Interplay order
Interplay co-founder Rebecca Heineman archived the source code in the 1990s.

The Games Exchange: Australia x Indonesia set for May 2025
Pop in to see new and upcoming games from Australia and Indonesia.

Bethesda reveals one-of-a-kind Doom: The Dark Ages motorcycle
Vroom, vroom, slay.