Breaking stories, patch notes, and esports updates from Australia and beyond.
Thirty-two of Australia's best teams descended on the Sydney Esports Arena this week for the most hotly anticipated season yet. Early upsets have already shaken the bracket, with top seeds falling in the opening rounds. Our reporters are on the ground bringing you live updates throughout the event.
Three new dedicated esports venues have been confirmed for Brisbane, Adelaide, and Canberra, signalling a major investment in Australia's competitive gaming ecosystem. The facilities will host national and international events starting from late 2025.
The latest patch for Iron Vanguard: Zero Hour introduces a revamped ranked matchmaking system, new map rotations, and significant weapon balance changes. The competitive community has reacted with cautious optimism.
Developers have confirmed a major expansion for Aethoria: Shattered Crown, adding a new continent, two playable classes, and a co-op raid system. Australian servers will receive the update simultaneously with the global launch.