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Game consoles

We check out the latest games consoles and whether they're worth the price.

Gaming's come a long way since the pixelated days of Donkey Kong and Pacman, and unless you're a die-hard gamer plugged in 24/7, it can be difficult to keep up with what's new in gaming consoles. Take a look at our expert reviews, test reports and buying guide for the best advice on gizmos to keep the kids entertained at home. Big kids included, of course.

Meet the game consoles team

Buying guides

Game console buying guide Get your game face on!

Articles

Gaming consoles: The next generation How do the Xbox One, PS4 and Wii U stack up against their predecessors, and are they worth the upgrade?

PlayStation TV review Sony’s new micro-console tries to merge gaming and media into a palm-sized package. Is it successful?

PS4 review We get hands-on with Sony’s PlayStation 4 (PS4) game console, the follow-up to the popular PS3 game console.

Get on board with tabletop gaming Tabletop games defy technology and make a triumphant return to lounge rooms across the country

Nintendo Wii U review Are the unique features of the Wii U enough to make it a serious contender against the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One?

Microsoft Xbox One review Does Microsoft's follow-up to the popular Xbox 360 game console deserve a place in your home entertainment set-up?

The game consoles team

Getting paid to play video games? Our testers are living the dream! Not only do the CHOICE technology experts love gaming, they love geeking out on detailed test reports afterwards too. Thanks to them you can know everything there is to know about the latest games consoles on the market before you splash your cash.