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We’re currently improving the Steam page for our horror FPS The Infected Soul.

Which version do you think looks better visually? (1 or 2)

Any feedback on layout, readability, or overall feel would really help us.

You can also wishlist the game from the link it would mean a lot to us 🙏

The Infected Soul – Steam Page

u/Guilty_Weakness7722 — 3 days ago

Noobie Question - Old School Arcade Games

Hi all - Im looking to build or buy a retro arcade machine - 2 player, with the games preloaded etc. I see there is some "DIY kits" from Aussie that seems reasonable, but what advice is out there to get started and on a budget? Any suggestions welcomed!

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u/frags05NZ — 22 hours ago

Mixtape

Has anyone played Mixtape?

I personally thought it was okay, it wasn’t this magnum opus that reviewers are saying it is and it’s not this big pile of dog shit that the haters are making it seem.

The gameplay is very minimal like skateboarding and walking around and you can beat some parts without even touching the controller.

The graphics and art style were beautiful though and the whole vibe was nice and it was a relaxing game to play but the characters aren’t that interesting and the main villain is just a protective dad.

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u/Necessary-Ocelot-160 — 23 hours ago
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Nintendo Switch 2 seems to have had a price increase across New Zealand stores, varying in rises between stores and bundles.

The current prices today are dependent on stores:

Mightyape new prices:
Nintendo Switch 2 Console + Mario Kart World Bundle: $888
Nintendo Switch 2 Console $848

JB Hi-Fi
Nintendo Switch 2 Console + Mario Kart World Bundle: $969
Nintendo Switch 2 Console: $879

The Warehouse:
Nintendo Switch 2 Console + Mario Kart World Bundle: $889
Nintendo Switch 2 Console: $879

Noel Leeming:
Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Console Bundle: $944 (on sale currently)
Nintendo Switch 2 Console: $879

PB Tech:
Nintendo Switch 2 Console + Mario Kart World Bundle: $969
Nintendo Switch 2 Console $879

The launch price in New Zealand was:
Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Console Bundle: $869
Nintendo Switch 2 Console: $799

Nintendo have not made a statement about a price increase anywhere nationally or globally, and with how inconsistent the price increases are, I imagine that this is being done by individual stores for their own reasons. If you find any sourced information on the price increases, please comment them below. (Keyword, sourced information, not hypotheses)

u/Classified10 — 5 days ago

Casual gamer friends

Hi all I'm a 37 year old dad looking for other chill guys to play with.

I play mostly survival crafters I'm currently working my way through valheim but also enjoy games like green hell and sons of the forest I also play co op RPGs and games like peak and RV there yet in short bursts.

I'm after other mellow people who enjoy slower pacing and chill communication that don't take it personally if someone messes up..misogynistic or racist people need not apply .

Cheers

u/Ambassador-Heavy — 3 days ago

Crazy switch 2 price increase coming for NZ

https://www.nintendo.com/au/news-and-articles/price-revision-for-nintendo-switch-2-console/?srsltid=AfmBOoomfPNp564ftwHNZLbAywmIIEHu3lxwm-9MpGZr-zCMAAbRE6J7

Switch 2 is getting worldwide price increases due to the RAM and computing parts shortage affecting the entire tech industry. But what stands out is NZ is getting a $170 bump while Australia cops $70 and most of the rest of the world around $50.

I can not understand how this is possibly justified compared to Australia. I'm half convinced it must be a typo.

If anyone's on the fence about the Switch 2, get one before September, I genuinely can't speak highly enough about the console itself. But better yet, get it from Australia. Buying anything gaming related in NZ is a lost cause, the ps5 slim now sits at an insane $1100.

u/falconpunch1989 — 5 days ago
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Hi, I’m disabled and isolated. Want to make friends :)

Hi there! I’m a 24 year old girl, I live in Auckland. I have multiple health conditions which have dogpiled on me and I’m effectively disabled. I’m looking for friends I can play with who are similar in age, and maybe experience similar limitations.

TBH I’m quite isolated, and my health fluctuates and sometimes I can’t play for ages. Gaming and the internet is the way I connect with others and I’m unashamed to be chronically online.

I have a cracking sense of humour, and it’s really important to me to pursue things that make me happy. If I’m on a brutal losing streak I do my best to take it in stride and figure out how I can improve instead of raging.

The multi-player games I currently play are Overwatch and Helldivers 2. I dabble in Baldurs Gate 3, Marvel Rivals, Smite 2, Elden Ring, Elder Scrolls Online, Infinity Nikki, Avatar: frontiers of Pandora, Borderland series, and GTA5. I’m only on PS5, and willing to get other games. I’ll probably suck at first, but I improve quickly.

Thanks for reading.

Edit: wow, I’m so grateful and humbled by this communities response. Thank you all for your generosity, I’m slightly overwhelmed but I will do my best to respond to the offers. Thank you again!

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u/3x1st3nt1al — 7 days ago

EB games AU online opening for NZ May 5th at 2pm.

Im wondering though, would more New Zealanders (especially those who didnt really go into EB stores when they were in NZ) start buying online?

I'm not sure what the online sales looked like when EB was in NZ, but I did a quick Google and seems more people would rather buy sometime from overseas even if the same item is avaliable where they live.

Could EB see an influx of NZ customers?

EB left a power vacuum for gaming stores in NZ places like JB, The Warehouse and others sell games but are not game centered. There are online gaming stores in NZ like Appleby Games in CHCH thats been making moves (not sure if there is a physical store)

The territory is open for anyone to take. Who will be the next Kingpin of gaming in NZ?

Find out next time, on the next exciting episode of Dragon Ball Z!!

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u/Kooky_Maintenance705 — 10 days ago

forza horizon 6

evening guys! i was just wondering how many people are planning on buying or already have bought forza horizon 6?, the main reason Im asking is just out of curiosity!

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u/Past_Description168 — 4 days ago

Where to buy physical PS5 games

Now that EB games has closed down here where would you go to get physical PS5 games? Even online unless they’re super new, popular or recent they seem to be harder and harder to get. Might be a daft question but recently got a PS5 and not long made the move to NZ so just wondering what you recommend as Sonys digital prices are quite high.

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u/Holiday_Wedding_2225 — 5 days ago

Any gay gamers want to play together? (26m)

Would love to play with some other queer people, ideally in their 20s as well.

Currently playing Fortnite but am also down to play Minecraft, Civilization, Marvel Rivals, and am open to suggestions!

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u/hetangata — 6 days ago

Gaming monitor recommend

Hi all,

I am awaiting on the arrival of my new pc (9060xt 16gb 7500f) I know it’s capable of 1440p but I’m going to get a 1080p monitor with atleast 144mhz and under $250. Any recommendations? There are a few for sale like the Kogan brand and AOC but some reviews are negative about those.

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u/Agitated_Aioli5673 — 6 days ago

My Hyperx Cloud II Wireless headset recently completely broke (one side has snapped off after being held together with tape for a while).

Looking for any recommendations for a wireless headset primarily for PC that is also compatible with Xbox. Preferably with strong construction, a detachable and adjustable microphone and long battery life (or a long USB cable included to charge it). Within the $150-$300 range. Basically a like-for-like replacement in terms of functionality.

I have looked at the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless but am a bit hesitant to continue with the brand due to my experience with the Cloud II falling apart.

Thanks!

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u/majan57618 — 8 days ago

Hey all,

I’ve been feeling nostalgic for the Xbox 360 era and wanted to see if anyone here would be keen to try recreating that old-school multiplayer experience on PC.

I’ve been messing around with the Xenia (Xbox 360) emulator and looking into Netplay (using something like Hamachi) to simulate LAN multiplayer. The goal is to get a group together and bring back some of the classics No live service, no battle passes, no microtransactions, just straight-up multiplayer like it used to be.

I am talking:

  • Gears of War
  • Halo 3
  • Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
  • Army of Two
  • Marvel Ultimate Alliance
  • Everything / anything else people miss

Fair warning, this is a bit experimental. It’s not as simple as installing and playing. There will be some setup, troubleshooting, and figuring out which games/configs actually work well. But if we can get it going, being NZ-based should mean we can get really solid, low-ping connections compared to the old days. (Anyone remember with GOW back in the day we had to search specifically 9 rounds, 9 something else... just to find other Kiwi players?)

Mainly just looking for people who:

  • Miss that era of gaming
  • Are keen to tinker a bit to get things working
  • Want to play some proper multiplayer/coop again if we can pull it off

If that sounds like your thing, drop a comment or send me a message. Even getting a couple of these games running smoothly would be a win.

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u/supreme_name — 8 days ago

Looking for new friends

Hey! I'm (25m) looking for people to game with! Lowkey kinda lonely and just need some new friends hahaha

I play Overwatch and Minecraft and anything really. Lemme know!

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u/ThatGuyCHSKI — 5 days ago

Hey guys, I bought some ps3 games off trademe and the guy assured me that it was all in working condition but when I tried to play the games they wouldn’t read, the scratches to the disc don’t allow them to work so I was wondering if there’s any tips or tricks or suggestions to fix that?

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u/Prestigious-Newt9109 — 7 days ago