Playstation stories
Portable, rugged and high-capacity Western Digital drives are being pitched as practical Christmas gifts for consumers, creators and gamers.
Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return on PS5 adds welcome modern tweaks, but clunky 3D, weak audio and fussy bosses dull the retro charm.
R-Type Delta: HD Boosted revives the 1998 classic with HD graphics and new modes on Xbox Series X, yet its punishing difficulty may deter newcomers.
Earthion, a new 2D shooter inspired by '90s Sega Mega Drive classics, is now out on Xbox and other platforms, bringing old-school challenge to modern gamers.
Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny on PS5 unites iconic Nickelodeon characters in a fun action-RPG with co-op mode and nostalgic 2D graphics for fans young and old.
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree impresses with anime-style graphics and co-op play, but repetitive roguelite gameplay may test players' patience.
Atlus remasters its 2006 JRPG, Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army, for Switch 2 with HD visuals, voiceovers, and action-packed combat in a gripping supernatural mystery.
The Gex Trilogy returns on Xbox Series X, offering a nostalgic but unmodernised experience of the '90s platform games with its original graphics and gameplay.
Nintendo Switch 2 owners must pay NZD $16 for the Welcome Tour, a technical demo exploring new features like mouse controls on Joy-Con 2.
The Logitech G435 is a lightweight, affordable wireless gaming headset offering dual connectivity, solid audio, and up to 18 hours of battery life, ideal for gamers.
Crunchyroll, Aniplex and PlayStation Productions are set to produce an anime series based on the acclaimed game Ghost of Tsushima, premiering in 2027.
Seagate has unveiled a new range of gaming hard drives and SSDs, set to enhance the gaming experience this Christmas for gamers across Australia and New Zealand.
Seagate introduces the brand new PlayStation Game Drive External SSD, offering 1TB and 2TB options for PS4 and PS5 gamers.
Micron's Crucial T705 SSD promises blisteringly fast PCIe Gen 5 NVMe speeds of up to 13600 MB/s. Techday's Darren Price puts this claim to the test.
Astro Bot on PS5 is a nostalgic delight, blending charm and innovative gameplay for platformer fans. A near-perfect tribute to PlayStation's legacy.
PlayStation celebrates 30 years, highlighting gaming's reach in 91% of New Zealand homes and its influence on tech, culture, and education.
This Christmas features gifts for gamers, fitness fans and foodies, plus experience tickets and charity merch supporting girls' sports in NZ schools.
Dyson and Raylo launch flexible subscriptions for refurbished devices, boosting affordability and sustainability in the UK electronics market.
UK device subscriptions have surged 57% year-on-year, driven by Gen Z who prefer flexible access over ownership amid rising costs and eco concerns.
Sony Interactive Entertainment New Zealand reported a rise in annual profit to NZD $1.22 million despite lower cash reserves and increased costs in 2025.