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Captain Toad Treasure Tracker Nintendo Switch Review

Posted on July 15, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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Captain Toad Treasure Tracker is a new franchise for Nintendo which was has spawned from a series of side missions within Super Mario 3D world. What’s started as a few simple puzzle levels involving Toad in a bid to retrieve a lonesome gold star, has now created a fresh new franchise for Nintendo starring none other than Toad himself. Gameplay Continue Reading...

The Crew 2 Xbox One Review

Posted on July 12, 2018 by CJ Taylor

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Racing games have always been an enjoyable game type, whether it be for quick, random bursts or for an extended session. Following on the success of The Crew, Ubisoft has released The Crew 2 with more race types and even more vehicles to use on your way to the top. Gameplay The Crew 2 is certainly a jump ahead of Continue Reading...

Mario Tennis Aces Nintendo Switch Review

Posted on July 9, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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Mario Tennis Aces make its debut on the Nintendo Switch console and its tennis action on the go. Get ready to serve up aces, slices, lobs and drop shots as you defeat your opponents and become the ultimate tennis champion in the mushroom kingdom. The only question is will you care about being the best long enough before boredom sets Continue Reading...

Sony’s Cross Play Fiasco – The Daily Joystick Podcast Episode 302

Posted on July 4, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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On this week’s episode of the Daily Joystick show we discuss the latest gaming news including Sony and its refusal to join the cross play world for its community. We also discuss We Happy Few’s ban in Australia and our thoughts on a possible classification. This plus all the other cool stuff you love about video games, right here on Continue Reading...

LEGO The Incredibles Xbox One Review

Posted on June 21, 2018 by CJ Taylor

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With the release of The Incredibles 2 into our cinemas, it was no surprise to see an accompanying game released at a similar time. It also comes as no surprise that the game would be a LEGO themed game as well. So, does LEGO The Incredibles deserve its place amongst the growing lineup of LEGO games? Gameplay With an extensive Continue Reading...

E3 2018 Round Up: Which conference was the best? Episode 301

Posted on June 19, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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On this week’s episode of the DJ podcast we look back at the previous week at E3 and tell you what stood out the most as well as what didn’t. Plus we talk about the games that excited us and those that did not. Its all things E3, so tune in and find out for yourself. Download this episode (right click Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – Octopath Traveller – Choose your fate. Eight stories await

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play in a new world brought to life by Square Enix. And now, you can enjoy all of them in the new demo available on Nintendo eShop. Step into the shoes and live the stories of each of the eight travelers and freely explore the world of Orsterra. Then, carry your choices and Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – Nintendo Direct – Nothing but Smash! Come on Nintendo where are the games?

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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On today’s episode of the Daily Joystick podcast we discuss the Nintendo Direct for E3 2018. In short, its lots of Smash Brothers Ultimate and not much else, or is it? Tune in. Download this episode (right click and save)...

E3 2018 – The party comes to Nintendo Switch in this complete refresh of the Mario Party series!

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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The party comes to Nintendo Switch in this complete refresh of the Mario Party series! The Mario Party series is coming to the Nintendo Switch system with super-charged fun for everyone! The original board game style has been kicked up a notch with deeper strategic elements, like specific Dice Blocks for each character. The game also introduces all-new ways to Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – NINTENDO SMASHES E3 WITH 2018 LINE-UP, DETAILS ABOUT SUPER SMASH BROS. ULTIMATE

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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13th June, 2018 – Nintendo opened its activities for the annual E3 2018 video game trade show with a bang – and a smash. Showing world-first footage of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Nintendo shared details about the latest entry in a series with sales of more than 40 million worldwide. A new game built for Nintendo Switch, Super Smash Bros. Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – FOUR NEW HEROES FROM THE FAR EAST ENTER THE BATTLEFIELD IN FOR HONOR MARCHING FIRE, LAUNCHING OCTOBER 16

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 13, 2018 —Ubisoft has announced Marching Fire, a new update coming to For Honor®. Marching Fire introduces the game’s largest post-launch content update and includes the new Wu Lin faction, a new 4v4 PvP mode, unlimited PvE content and more. The update will be available October 16 on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – UBISOFT BRINGS BACK A FAN FAVOURITE WITH TRIALS RISING

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 13, 2018 —Ubisoft has revealed Trials® Rising, the newest iteration of the gripping Trials motorcycle platform series. The game will be released worldwide in February 2019 on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, Nintendo SwitchTM and Windows PC. Ubisoft RedLynx, a studio based in Helsinki (Finland), returns Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – THE ULTIMATE PARTY GAME RETURNS WITH JUST DANCE 2019

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – June 13, 2018 – Ubisoft® has announced that Just Dance® 2019, the newest installment of the #1 Music Videogame Franchise Of All Time*, will be available October 25 in Australia and New Zealand on most gaming platforms, including Nintendo Switch™, Wii U™, Wii™, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. Ubisoft also announced that the Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – TAKE ON THE TERRAIN AND DEFY GRAVITY IN THE CREW 2 OPEN BETA JUNE 21 – 25, 2018

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 13, 2018 — Ubisoft® has announced that the open beta for The Crew® 2 will be available from June 21, 6pm AEST to June 25, 6pm AEST on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X and Windows PC. Players eager to jump into the exhilarating US open world Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – Fortnite Battle Royale Available Today for Nintendo Switch

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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CARY, N.C. (June 12, 2018) — Today, Epic Games is excited to announce that Fortnite Battle Royale will be available today on Nintendo Switch. Starting today, players can download the game for free on the Nintendo eShop and squad up with their friends in the same room or around the world! Fortnite Battle Royale for Nintendo Switch is the same Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – LIVE THE EPIC JOURNEY OF A LEGENDARY GREEK HERO IN ASSASSIN’S CREED ODYSSEY

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 12, 2018 — Ubisoft has announced a new installment of the Assassin’s Creed® franchise, Assassin’s Creed® Odyssey. The game will be released worldwide on October 5, 2018, on the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Windows PC. In addition, Assassin’s Creed® Odyssey has been enhanced with additional Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – Ubisoft Invites Artists to Participate in Making the Epic World of Beyond Good and Evil 2

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – June 12, 2018 – Ubisoft has announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with HITRECORD, the LA-based creative collaborative platform founded by Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Beyond Good and Evil 2 senior producer Guillaume Brunier appeared together on stage during Ubisoft’s E3 2018 Conference to invite artists of every type and skill to participate in the Space Monkey Program Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – BLAST OFF WITH STARLINK: BATTLE FOR ATLAS ON OCTOBER 16

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – June 12, 2018 – Ubisoft has announced that Starlink: Battle for Atlas™, an all-new action-adventure game developed by Ubisoft Toronto, will be available for Nintendo Switch®, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X on October 16, 2018. This open world space saga featuring modular toy technology empowers players Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – UBISOFT ’S TOM CLANCY’S THE DIVISION 2 ACTIVATES AGENTS IN A COLLAPSING WASHINGTON D.C.

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 12, 2018 — Ubisoft has announced a new chapter in one of the most critically acclaimed and best-selling franchises, Tom Clancy’s The Division® 2. Developed on an updated version of the Snowdrop Engine, the game will be released worldwide on March 15, 2019, on the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, PlayStation®4 Continue Reading...

E3 2018 – UBISOFT WELCOMES PIRATES TO THE LUSH HUNTING GROUNDS OF SKULL & BONES

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Paul Barbara

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 12, 2018 —Ubisoft has showcased Hunting Grounds, the new PvPvE (player-versus player-versus-environment) content for Skull & Bones, its upcoming online naval game set within the vast Indian Ocean. Skull & Bones will be releasing in 2019 on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X and Windows PC. Hunting Continue Reading...