Honest Coverage, Every Time
ShadowByte was founded on a single principle: Australian gamers deserve honest, thorough, and independent game coverage. We never accept payment for review scores, and every title we cover is purchased or reviewed under strict editorial independence.
Our editorial team spans Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth — giving us a uniquely Australian perspective on global gaming culture, server performance, and local esports events.
How We Review
Every game is played to completion (or near-completion for open-world titles) before a review is published. We assess gameplay, narrative, performance on Australian servers, value, and overall experience.
Our rating scale runs from 1–10, with half-point increments. A score of 7 or above represents a game we recommend. We publish corrections and updates when games change significantly post-launch.
Meet Our Writers
A passionate group of Australian gamers, journalists, and esports enthusiasts.
James Hartley
Editor-in-Chief
Sydney, NSW
Priya Nair
RPG Specialist
Melbourne, VIC
Tom Callahan
FPS & Esports
Brisbane, QLD
Mei Lin
Tournament Reporter
Perth, WA
Sam O'Brien
Open World & Survival
Adelaide, SA