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The StudioA Console Crew, Made in Australia
RiverCanyon started the way most good things do — a group of mates arguing over which console to buy. There was no advice written for Australians, so we started writing our own.
Why We Do This
Too much gaming coverage is written for everyone and no-one — global pricing, US dates, and lists stuffed with games you'll never load on a console. We wanted the opposite: sharp, focused writing for Australians who buy consoles and want to spend well.
So we keep the lane narrow. Console hardware, console accessories, console games — full stop. Prices in AUD. And no score until we've properly played the thing. If a console or game isn't worth it, we'll say so; our readers' trust is the only thing we can't buy back.
What We Stand For
The Ground Rules
Local by Design
Australian pricing, Australian availability, Australian players. That's exactly who we write for.
Console Only
We go deep, not wide. No PC benchmarks, no mobile ports — just the consoles you actually own.
The Desk
Meet the Crew
Marcus Bell
Editor-in-ChiefTara Nguyen
Features EditorJesse Doyle
Hardware EditorPriya Sharma
Community EditorSay G'day
Got a tip, a pitch, or a strong take on the console wars? We're all ears.