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I went in intending to grab one thing and came out mentally justifying half a library refresh. That is usually how these weeks go. If you have ever told yourself you are absolutely done buying games this month, you are among friends here.<\/p>\n
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This Day in Gaming \ud83c\udf82<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\nIn retro news, I’m celebrating the Aussie birthday of a rare and expensive bird, the SNK Neo Geo CD<\/strong>. Released in limited numbers in Oz around the $600 ballpark ($1,299 in ’25 bux), this bad boy delivered near-perfect arcade-quality games, though it was a “budget” alternative to the hilari-expensive, cartridge-based Neo Geo AES. Being CD-based marred this unit with lonnng load times, though the gruelling wait for Metal Slug<\/strong>, Samurai Shodown<\/strong>, and Fatal Fury<\/strong> was always worth it. Here’s a shot of the beast I sold a kidney and a lung for. Laser: still going strong.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/output><\/p>\n
Aussie birthdays for notable games.<\/p>\n
– Neo Geo CD<\/strong> launch, 1994. eBay<\/p>\n– Kirby & the Amazing Mirror<\/strong> (GBA) 2004. eBay<\/p>\n– WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007 <\/strong>(PSP) 2006. eBay<\/p>\n– Harvest Moon DS: Sunshine Islands<\/strong> (DS) 2010. eBay<\/p>\n
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\nMario Kart 8 Del. (-25%) A$59<\/strong> Still the gold standard for pick up and play multiplayer, with immaculate track design and endless replay value thanks to its absurdly polished handling.<\/li>\nMinecraft (-27%) A$29<\/strong> A creative sandbox that somehow keeps reinventing itself, whether you are building dream houses or falling into lava five minutes in.<\/li>\nShin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance (-60%) A$40.30<\/strong> A far stronger version of an already excellent JRPG, with smarter pacing, added story paths, and punishing combat that demands respect.<\/li>\nFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (-48%) A$41.30<\/strong> Political fantasy with MMO inspired systems that still feel fresh, especially if you enjoy tinkering with party roles and gambits.<\/li>\nNo Man’s Sky (-60%) A$31.90<\/strong> A redemption story turned content monster, now packed with systems, expeditions, and space weirdness worth getting lost in.<\/li>\nApollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy (-37%) A$47<\/strong> Courtroom melodrama at its finest, with absurd cases, great character arcs, and that unbeatable feeling of yelling objection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nBanger Must-owns<\/strong><\/em>Or gift a Nintendo eShop Card<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\nSwitch Console Prices<\/strong><\/p>\nHow much to Switch it up?<\/p>\n
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Exciting Bargains for Xbox<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/output><\/p>\n
\nEA Sports FC 26 (-55%) A$44.90<\/strong> A slick presentation and refined match flow make this an easy recommendation if you play even semi regularly.<\/li>\nAssassin’s Creed Shadows (-57%) A$47<\/strong> Stealth focused Assassin’s Creed with a strong sense of place and some genuinely smart systemic design.<\/li>\nMafia: The Old Country (-48%) A$47<\/strong> A moody crime story that leans into atmosphere over open world bloat, which I appreciate more every year.<\/li>\nStar Wars Jedi: Survivor (-61%) A$42.70<\/strong> Bigger, bolder, and more confident than Fallen Order, with excellent level design and proper Star Wars swagger.<\/li>\nThe Callisto Protocol (-69%) A$31.20<\/strong> Visceral sci fi horror that looks incredible, even if it occasionally prioritises vibes over mechanical depth.<\/li>\nDiablo IV (-73%) A$30<\/strong> The best the series has felt in years, especially now that seasonal updates have smoothed its rough edges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nXbox One<\/strong><\/p>\n\nLike A Dragon: Infinite Wealth (-70%) A$34.40<\/strong> A joyful, heartfelt RPG that balances absurd humour with surprising emotional weight.<\/li>\nUnravel Two (-85%) A$4.40<\/strong> A beautiful co op puzzle platformer that communicates warmth without saying a word.<\/li>\nDave The Diver (-45%) A$16.40<\/strong> Part restaurant sim, part deep sea adventure, and entirely impossible to stop playing once it hooks you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nMust Plays to Own<\/strong><\/em>Or just invest in an Xbox Card<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\nXbox Console Prices<\/strong><\/p>\nHow many bucks for a ‘Box?<\/p>\n
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\nAlan Wake 2 (-70%) A$27.20<\/strong> A fearless, experimental horror sequel that constantly messes with expectations and absolutely nails its tone.<\/li>\nReturnal (-43%) A$71.70<\/strong> Brutal, beautiful, and mechanically sublime, especially if you enjoy roguelikes with AAA polish.<\/li>\nOctopath Traveler II (-52%) A$40.90<\/strong> Gorgeous pixel art and refined turn based systems make this a huge step up from the original.<\/li>\nHogwarts Legacy (-45%) A$59.90<\/strong> A love letter to the wizarding world that nails atmosphere, even if you are only casually invested.<\/li>\nFinal Fantasy XVI (-35%) A$54.90<\/strong> A bold tonal shift for the series, with spectacular boss fights and a confident narrative voice.<\/li>\nHitman World Of Assassination (-48%) A$55<\/strong> One of the best stealth sandboxes ever made, offering near infinite replayability through player creativity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nPS4<\/strong><\/p>\n\nGod Of War Ragnarok (-72%) A$30.70<\/strong> A blockbuster sequel that somehow balances bombast with genuine emotional payoff.<\/li>\nMafia: Trilogy (-56%) A$44<\/strong> Three classic crime stories bundled together, rough edges and all.<\/li>\nFar Cry 6 (-57%) A$43.10<\/strong> Familiar open world chaos elevated by a fantastic villain and a stunning tropical setting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nAll-Timers Worth Tracking<\/strong><\/em>Or purchase a PS Store Card.<\/strong><\/p>\n