Australia sets new classification standards for video games with gambling and loot boxes
Games featuring gambling and loot boxes will now get automatic, age-gated classifications in Australia.
Australians spent $4.21 billion on video games in 2022
Australian consumers have contributed to a massive year for video game sales.
IGEA launches SMART game mentorship program for 2023
The SMART Program will officially return in 2023, with new mentorship opportunities for emerging game creators.
Mortal Kombat 2 movie will be filmed in Queensland, Australia
Mortal Kombat 2 will be filmed in Queensland, creating 560 jobs for the state.
Microsoft launches 'Xbox Gaming Safety Toolkit', targeted at families
The Xbox Gaming Safety Toolkit was developed with the eSafety Commissioner, and other organisations working in Australia.
Games with loot boxes could require R18+ rating in Australia
Australian MP Andrew Wilkie is looking to redefine loot boxes under Australian law.
Cloud gaming service GeForce Now is live in Australia
GeForce Now will let you play PC games with high-end graphical settings across various devices, including desktops, laptops, smart TVs,…
Xbox Cloud Gaming service launches in Australia
The Xbox Cloud Gaming service will let you play a variety of Xbox games using PC and mobile devices on…
Serene narrative game 'Lake' reclassified after Australian ban
References to soft drugs caused the narrative-focussed game 'Lake' to initially be banned from sale on Australian console storefronts.
Games Connect Asia Pacific (GCAP) pivots 2021 conference to digital-only
Games Connect Asia Pacific (GCAP) 2021 will now be a digital-only conference in light of Australia's continuing Covid situation.