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Set in the Clone Wars era, the tactical game blends X-Com-style firefights with base management, custom squads and a grim new enemy.
Arc System Works' 4v4 Marvel brawler runs at 4K and 60fps on PS5, while welcoming beginners with simple inputs and deep modes.
Clip-on earphones from OPPO are impressing testers with secure comfort, strong bass and 40 hours of battery life, despite the NZD $399 price.
Switch 2 owners can now train in 4K with faster loading, sharper visuals and a new Boost Up Mode, if they pay the upgrade fee.
Owners of the 2019 Switch release face a full-price upgrade with no save transfer, even as the port adds faster play and sharper visuals.
A rebuilt pirate adventure restores Edward Kenway's tale with updated visuals, tighter combat and six extra hours, while trimming modern-day baggage.
Old-school arcade fans get a fresh vertical shooter with co-op, score attack and punishing bosses, though beginners may struggle.
Solo players may find the grind and missing split-screen co-op frustrating, but the Switch 2 debut still delivers colourful, fast-paced treasure hunting.
A live rear-camera preview and remote shutter make selfies and group shots easier for compatible OPPO phone owners.
Retailers risk missing Black Friday shoppers as AI tools increasingly narrow product choices before customers reach a website.
Quality-of-life upgrades and active combat make this remake more forgiving for newcomers, though some difficulty spikes still bite.
A long, strategic board-and-card hybrid, Culdcept Begins could appeal to newcomers, though matches can run 40 minutes or more.
Gamers can switch between consoles, PC and mobile without swapping headsets, thanks to exchangeable batteries and one-touch source changing.
Stiff level gating and repetitive dungeon fights hold this Xbox Series X JRPG back, despite a gripping death-permadeath premise.
Local firms risk losing customers unless their online details, reviews and booking options are clear enough for AI tools to recommend them.
Lightweight and travel-friendly, the mouse suits smaller hands and the wrist rests add comfort, though cable drag and gel care may matter.
Its NZD $1,799 price brings flagship expectations, yet the compact handset falls short on chip speed and wireless charging.
Children can stay connected without the need to purchase a more expensive smartphone, with a range of parental controls available on Apple Watch SE 3.
The remake drops multiplayer but adds four-player co-op and a new prequel, while Unreal Engine 5 gives Halo a sharper next-gen look.
Business users could find a quiet, lightweight full-size keyboard with programmable shortcuts and dual USB support, though it lacks backlighting.
