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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 4h

We checked out Ghost of Yotei Complete Edition and found the story expansion Echoes of Sekigahara to be wonderful, with the Most Wanted mode a brilliant roguelike addition. @suckerpunchprod.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Ghost of Yotei Complete Edition is a wonderful excuse to return to Ezo

A true standout from last year and another home run for Sucker Punch Productions, Ghost of Yotei was a confident sequel, offering polished gameplay, a stunning world to explore and a compelling reveng...

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 14h

Talking Marcus, Dom and brotherhood with Gears of War: E-Day studio We chatted with @CoalitionGears about building a prequel and fleshing out the backstory of Marcus and Dom, one of the most iconic duos in gaming history. @xboxanz.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Talking Marcus, Dom and brotherhood with Gears of War: E-Day studio, The Coalition

We chat with studio The Coalition all about Gears of War: E-Day, especially the relationship between Marcus and Dom, and working on a prequel.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 14h

REVIEW: Gears of War: E-Day Campaign "...smart gameplay tweaks improve Gears while maintaining what we love about it in the first place. This is a blood-soaked, adrenaline-filled adventure you simply can’t miss." @xboxanz.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Gears of War: E-Day Review-in-Progress - The end of the world

Gears of War: E-Day is a thrilling chance to see the day the world ended, and revisit two of our favourite Gears, Marcus and Dom.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 17h

Want 10 awesome indies for October? We got you! @annapurna.com @moonlightkids.bsky.social @ateliersento.com @sunnylabgames.bsky.social @funselektor.bsky.social @usualjune.bsky.social @questinggoose.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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10 overly awesome indies to check out in October 2026

Indies October 2026! This month we have creepy Japanese dolls, boisterous sheep dogs, a few road trips and a Parisian witch baker!

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 20h

REVIEW: End of Abyss "The dark atmosphere heightens the experience, making you fearful yet curious about what comes next." checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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End of Abyss Review - Dread that won’t ever leave

End of Abyss has its flaws but it provides a great combination of horror and metroidvania to create a memorable adventure.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 20h

Tickets are on sale soon for The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert, right here in Australia! @nintendoau.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/10...

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The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert is coming to Australia

The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert is coming to Australia. It starts in the USA on February 22 and concludes in Toronto, Canada.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

HANDS-ON PREVIEW: Elta: Defy All Gods "...we just don’t get many slickly produced 3D platformers of this kind anymore, with the 3D Metroidvania angle promising intricate environments to explore." @focus-entmt.com checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Elta: Defy All Gods Hands-on Preview – A man and his baby dragon god

Elta: Defy All Gods is an upcoming 3D metroidvania platformer which has left a strong impression during its first playable demo.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

REVIEW: Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered "...the first remaster of the Dynasty Warriors series from @koeitecmo.bsky.social, and hopefully not the last. While the formula isn’t new, it’s great for nostalgic fans and newcomers to the series." checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Review – We'll fight 'til it's over

Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remaster is finally here! The remaster combines the base game and Xtreme Legends expansion

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

MOVIE REVIEW: Digger “Digger is an uneven film, but also an engaging one, and a real wild artistic swing for a studio film and an actor of Cruise’s status.” @warnerbrospictures.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Cinematic Mode - Digger sees Tom Cruise digging for farce

Digger is an uneven film of crass black comedy, great performances, easy satire and compelling reflections on art and crisis.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Neil Druckmann has announced that the new projects are early in development and "will expand the canon of The Last of Us beyond Part I and Part II". @naughtydog.com checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Two new The Last of Us projects are in development

Studio head of Naughty Dog Neil Druckmann has announced two new The Last of Us projects which "expand the canon" are in development.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

REVIEW: Toem 2 "Toem 2 is a wonderful little game to explore. It feels like a vacation from the real world with fun gameplay, cute characters and delightful music and sound design." @swmgames.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Toem 2 Review - A world worth capturing

Toem 2 is a wonderful little game to explore. It feels like a vacation from the real world with fun gameplay and cute characters.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

REVIEW: Minecraft Dungeons 2 "Despite competent combat, Minecraft Dungeons 2 fails to bring enough variety to the table to justify its inflated world and runtime." @xboxanz.bsky.social @dungeonsgame.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Minecraft Dungeons 2 Review – Too deep, too greedily

Double Eleven and Mojang are back to refine their “baby’s first” entry into the ARPG genre with a more ambitious title.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

DISNEY LORCANA EXCLUSIVE CARD REVEAL: Peter Pan's Shadow We check out a card from the upcoming set, Hyperia City! #DisneyLorcana #Hyperiacity #disneyaunz checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Disney Lorcana: Hyperia City exclusive card reveal – Peter Pan's Shadow

Checkpoint Gaming has been given the opportunity to reveal a new card from the upcoming Disney Lorcana set, Hyperia City: Peter Pan's Shadow.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

REVIEW: Silent Hill: Townfall "Its frightening setting and stealth-based, first-person gameplay feel like the P.T. experience we never got but desperately yearned for." @konamina.bsky.social @annapurna.com checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Silent Hill: Townfall Review – Welcome to St. Amelia

Developed by Screen Burn, Silent Hill: Townfall is another terrifying success in Konami's long-running psychological horror series.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

REVIEW: Nocturne "Nocturne’s RPG wrappings, strong narrative and varied difficulty settings do a lot to make what is normally a fairly impenetrable genre accessible and enjoyable." @pracystudios.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Nocturne Review - Rhythm heaven

Nocturne is a rhythm game with RPG elements which does a lot to make the rhythm game genre accessible and enjoyable.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

REVIEW: Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve "Ace Combat returns with the same familiar yet incredible dogfighting franchise. Wings of Theve is far larger in scope, which brings the series to greater heights than ever before." @bandainamcoau.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve - Soaring to new heights

Ace Combat 8 is an another excellent entry in a series famed for its incredible dogfighting and emotionally riveting stories.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

QUEER GAME OF THE MONTH - September 2026: Locktale "I’d like to offer LGBTQ+ relationships as “another normal”. Not something to be advertised, but simply another possible background to the very same stories we’ve heard for decades" @minapecheux.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Checkpoint's Queer Game of the Month: September 2026 - Locktale

Locktale is a cipher based puzzle game from solo dev Mina Pêcheux, where players slowly uncover a story of two women's growing bond.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise might not have survived if not for the success of the 2020 live action movie, it seems. @sonic-official.bsky.social @paramountpictures.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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The Sonic The Hedgehog Movie saved the franchise, says Sonic video game director

Sonic the Hedgehog nearly faced cancellation, but one major turning point changed the course of SEGA's iconic video game franchise.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A new patent has been filed by Microsoft to insert "context-aware" advertisements into video games. @microsoft.com checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Fans of ads will enjoy Microsoft's new patent for in-game advertisements

A new patent filed by Microsoft will include ad-support via a 'context-aware system'. Only serving ads after boss fights or cutscenes.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

REVIEW: Doggy Don’t Care "...an enjoyable bite-sized treat for those looking to turn their brain off for one afternoon and cause some chaos." @rotub.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Doggy Don't Care Review - Destructive devilry from a dog

Have you ever been afraid to leave your dog alone while you're out, worried what you will come home to? If so, then don't play this game.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

More job cuts and studio consolidations have been announced at Xbox. @xbox.com checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Xbox lays off more jobs and consolidates its studios in massive restructure

Xbox has announced a massive restructure, combining multiple studios and business units, alongside hundreds of additional job cuts.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Bungie is going back to continue supporting Destiny 2, as it seems many players would rather stick with it than play Marathon. @bungie.net checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Bungie reaches for a Destiny 2 lifeline as Marathon struggles

Bungie announces plans to return vaulted content to Destiny 2, as Marathon struggles to retain player count

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We talk Virtue and a Sledgehammer with Deconstructeam "...as satisfying as it is to level a whole town with the power of lesbian rage, the personal story simmering below the surface is what keeps the player moving." @deconstructeam.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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We talk Virtue and a Sledgehammer with Deconstructeam

Desconstructeam’s newest game is looking to be an emotional piece that connects to the queer experience without betraying its framing device.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

REVIEW: lily’s world XD "...a nostalgic investigation game that recreates the 2000s with care." @sonderingemily.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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lily's world XD Review – My space, your investigation

lily’s world XD is a short game by SonderingEmily that is part homage to the early-2000s internet and part puzzling investigation game.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Fancy a ride in the All Nippon Airways Pokémon jet? checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Pokémon fans can now ride high by taking a trip on a Pokémon-themed plane

For its 30th anniversary, Pokemon has teamed up with Japanese airline All Nippon Airways to showcase the Green Pokémon Jet.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

MOVIE REVIEW: Heart of the Beast "...this man-and-dog story offers a lovely tale of companionship and shared trauma that even the steeliest of hearts will be able to appreciate." @paramountpictures.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Cinematic Mode – Heart of the Beast is a doggone delight

Heart of the Beast offers a lovely tale of companionship and shared trauma that even the steeliest of hearts will be able to appreciate.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

REVIEW: Control Resonant "Never happy to simply rest on the laurels of their past successes, Remedy has delivered an all-timer that is both inextricably linked to 2019’s Control, while also clearly marking its own territory." 10/10 @remedygames.com checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Control Resonant Review – Pattern Recognition

Control Resonant is developer Remedy’s superb follow-up to 2019’s Control, and the next chapter in the connected universe that also includes the critically acclaimed Alan Wake 2.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The studio behind Hyper Light Drifter, @heartmachine.bsky.social, has let go of staff after an unknown publisher withdrew funding for their next project. checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Hyper Light Drifter developer Heart Machine lays off majority of staff, risks closure

Heart Machine studio founder Alx Preston has announced that the majority of staff has been let go at the studio

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

REVIEW: Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark "...if you long for the good old days of sacrificing your change to the arcade gods and are willing to put the time in, there’s plenty of fun to be had." checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark Review - How I learned to stop worrying and love the bomb

Flying Fire Shark — M2’s lovingly preserved collection opens the door to newcomers with Super Easy Mode, but its menus can overwhelm.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

MOVIE REVIEW: Resident Evil "It’s violent and aggressive whilst also being campy and ridiculous. Even if it doesn’t reach incredible storytelling heights, it still commands attention through pure fun alone." checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Cinematic Mode - Resident Evil brings joy to the sorrow

Resident Evil is not afraid to go off the rails, revelling in grotesque depictions, horrific tension, and absolute lunacy

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

REVIEW: Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave "Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave delivers another comforting title, bringing a lot of what worked from recent titles Three Houses, Engage, and Echoes all into one." @nintendoau.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Review - It's a long battle

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is a glorious successor to Three Houses in almost every aspect, with only a few pacing issues.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Got your eye on the Steam Frame VR headset? Well, best of luck getting your hands on one. @valvesoftware.com checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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How to purchase the Steam Frame, or at least try to

Valve has released details on how to buy their new VR headset, the Steam Frame. Between the price and a lottery system, it may be tricky.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Rayman Legends Retold has been delayed to later in the year, mere weeks before its planned October 1st release date. @rayman.ubisoft.com checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Rayman Legends Retold delayed just weeks before launch

Rayman Legends Retold has been delayed to later in the year, mere weeks before its planned October 1st release date.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

MOVIE REVIEW: Forgotten Island “Forgotten Island is an imaginative, thrilling ride with a strong emotional core. It’s up there with DreamWorks’ best, and not to be missed.” @dwanimation.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Cinematic Mode - Forgotten Island proves that memories can be magical

Forgotten Island is an imaginative, thrilling ride with a strong emotional core. It's up there with DreamWorks' best, and not to be missed.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

MOVIE REVIEW: Coyote vs. ACME "...just like the fans who fought to bring this movie to the big screen, Coyote vs. ACME is the David vs. Goliath story worth watching and fighting for." checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Cinematic Mode – Coyote vs. ACME is the legal drama Warner Bros. doesn't want you to see

After fighting its way to the big screen, Coyote vs. ACME finally brings Wile E. Coyote's biggest battle to audiences.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

REVIEW: Dressmaker "...a great title for those interested in costume design, as this could be a super enjoyable way to try new things and get creative juices flowing, while also enjoying a fun story." checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Dressmaker Review - Sew delightful

Dressmaker from Cozy Lives puts players in charge of a dress making studio, supplying the local ladies with stunning outfits made by hand.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

REVIEW: Another Eden Begins "Another Eden Begins may look like another time-travelling JRPG, but there’s plenty of uniqueness to help the game stand out... and it’s even better if you love cats as well." checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Another Eden Begins Review - Time hijinks are better with cats

Another Eden Begins feels like other time-traveling JRPGs but has enough charm and variation to stand out on its own.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

REVIEW: Serious Sam: Shatterverse "Similar to the concept of the Shatterverse itself, this game is a mishmash of different systems, set pieces and jokes that don’t quite work." @serioussam.com checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Serious Sam: Shatterverse Review - It's seriously... something

Serious Sam returns in Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a roguelite co-op FPS. Is it enough to win over new players and old fans alike?

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

REVIEW: BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER BEFORE 4 "Every part of it is so damn genuine, and it all comes together in a sincere, chaotic homage to its muses: Brazilian mods and bootleg games of the 2000s. Bless up, Brazil." @joeveno.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER BEFORE 4 Review – You've met me at a very Brazilian time in my life

BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER BEFORE 4 is a chaotic, Brazilian boomer shooter where you'll run, jump, dash and shoot about to save The Mamadas.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

MOVIE REVIEW: Practical Magic 2 "Practical Magic 2 manages to resemble the original film with its set and costume design, but overall it just rehashes a story that was told far better the first time around." checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Cinematic Mode - Practical Magic 2 is less magical the second time around

Practical Magic 2 manages to resemble the first film with its costume design, but it just retells a story that was better the first time.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

EXCLUSIVE MTG CARD REVEAL: Bestial Incursion We showcase a new card from the Reality Fracture set, thanks to Wizards of the Coast. #MTG #MTGFracture checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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MTG: Reality Fracture exclusive card reveal - Bestial Incursion

We have an exclusive card reveal from the upcoming MTG set, Reality Fracture: Bestial Incursion. Check it out!

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

So how much does it really cost for an indie developer to showcase their game at @paxaus.bsky.social ? ...and is it worth it? We found out. checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Pay to play: The cost of exhibiting at PAX Aus

PAX Aus gives indie developers a chance to showcase their games, but doing so at the event comes with a few challenges.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

REVIEW: Marvel’s Wolverine “This cinematic adventure is further proof that the studio knows how to craft a compelling superhero story, balancing intense action with delightful character moments in equal measure.” checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Marvel's Wolverine Review - Claws and effect

Marvel's Wolverine is a compelling superhero adventure, offering intense action and delightful character moments in equal measure.

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

HANDS-ON PREVIEW: Final Fantasy VII Revelation We played it. The big finale to the trilogy. And there’s a lot to look forward to! @bandainamcoau.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Final Fantasy VII Revelation Hands-on Preview – Worth developing Mako poisoning for

The final chapter in Square Enix's beloved remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation, looks and feels exceptional so far.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

HANDS-ON PREVIEW: Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World How can we say no to more Dragon Quest Monsters adventures? We got to play the latest! @bandainamcoau.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/features/202...

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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Hands-on Preview – All my friends are slimes

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is developed by Tose and Square Enix, bringing back the series' beloved monster-capturing spin-off.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Oh, Eternal Anima, you had us at "time-traveling, narrative-based JRPG". @marvelouseurope.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Experience an adventure across generations in Eternal Anima

Announced at the Nintendo Direct is Marvelous Inc's love letter to time-travelling, narrative-based JRPGs: Eternal Anima.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Exciting to see Samus back in fine form with Metroid Ravenous! @nintendoau.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Samus devours her enemies in reveal trailer for Metroid Ravenous

The latest Nintendo Direct has wrapped, but we can't stop thinking about the announcement of Metroid Ravenous.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A surprising and spooky addition to the Nintendo Direct today from Bloober Team. checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Onyx: The Dark Grip will have you gripping your Switch 2

Polish game developers, Bloober Team, have revealed their next horror game is Onyx: The Dark Grip, a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

REVIEW: Welcome to Elderfield "Welcome to Elderfield is impressive due to how many layers it contains. From the weeks I have spent with the game, I am still nowhere near uncovering all its secrets." @elderfieldofficial.bsky.social checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2026...

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Welcome to Elderfield Review - Welcome to my cozy nightmare

Welcome to Elderfield is a creepy cozy life sim RPG where you explore the town and complete tasks for town folk, and find hidden secrets.

Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A new Kirby adventure was announced as the capstone to last night's Nintendo Direct presentation. checkpointgaming.net/news/2026/09...

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Explore an open world in Kirby and the World Beyond

Kirby and the World Beyond was revealed as the capstone to last night's Nintendo Direct presentation, promising an exciting new adventure.