Our Story

About NeonForge

Built by passionate Australian gamers who believe every player deserves honest, locally-relevant game coverage.

Our Mission

Forging the Future of Australian Gaming Media

NeonForge was founded in 2021 in Melbourne by a group of five friends who shared a frustration: most gaming media was written for overseas audiences, with no regard for Australian server availability, local pricing, or the unique gaming culture that has grown here over decades.

We set out to change that. Today, NeonForge is read by over 48,000 Australian gamers every month, and our team has grown to 12 expert reviewers and journalists spread across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide.

Every review we publish considers the Australian gaming experience — from server latency and local community size to regional content availability and support options.

The NeonForge editorial team
What We Stand For

Our Core Values

The principles that guide every review, every article, and every tournament report we publish.

Honest Reviews

We never accept payment for positive reviews. Our scores reflect our genuine experience, full stop. If a game is disappointing, we say so — regardless of the publisher.

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Australian Perspective

Every review considers the Australian experience — local servers, community size, regional availability, and what matters to players here, not just overseas.

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Esports First

We're deeply embedded in the Australian esports scene. Our tournament coverage goes beyond scores — we tell the stories of the players and communities that make it great.

The People

Meet Our Team

Twelve passionate gaming journalists and reviewers spread across Australia.

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James Calloway

Editor-in-Chief

Based in Melbourne. 12 years in gaming journalism. Specialises in RPGs and open-world games. Former editor at GamersAU.

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Priya Sharma

Lead FPS Reviewer

Based in Sydney. Competitive FPS player turned journalist. Covers tactical shooters and the Australian esports scene with deep insider knowledge.

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Tom Nguyen

Racing & Sports Editor

Based in Brisbane. Sim racing enthusiast and motorsport fan. Covers racing games, sports titles, and the growing Queensland esports community.

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Sarah Mitchell

Strategy Games Editor

Based in Perth. Board game designer turned digital strategist. Brings a unique analytical lens to RTS, grand strategy, and turn-based titles.

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Mia Thompson

Indie Games Specialist

Based in Adelaide. Champion of Australian indie developers. Mia has reviewed over 200 indie titles and helped put several local studios on the map.

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Ryan Kowalski

Esports Correspondent

Based in Melbourne. Former professional esports player with 8 years of competitive experience. Covers tournaments, team profiles, and player stories.

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