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About DarkSpawn

A team of passionate Australian gamers, journalists, and esports analysts united by one goal: honest, expert gaming coverage.

DarkSpawn team at a gaming event

Australia's Trusted Gaming Voice

DarkSpawn was founded in 2019 in Sydney, NSW, by a group of lifelong gamers who were frustrated by generic, copy-paste reviews that failed to capture what truly makes a game great — or terrible.

Today, we are a team of 12 dedicated reviewers, esports analysts, and journalists covering everything from indie darlings to AAA blockbusters. We play every game we review, attend every tournament we cover, and never accept payment for positive coverage.

Our editorial independence is our most prized asset. Every score, every verdict, every recommendation is earned — not bought.

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What We Stand For

Three principles guide everything we publish at DarkSpawn.

Editorial Independence

We never accept payment, gifts, or incentives in exchange for favourable coverage. Every review is written free from commercial influence.

Expert Knowledge

Our reviewers specialise in specific genres and platforms, ensuring every analysis comes from a place of genuine expertise and deep familiarity.

Community First

We write for Australian gamers, by Australian gamers. Our content reflects the unique gaming culture and preferences of our community.

Meet Our Reviewers

The people behind the words — each one a dedicated gamer with years of experience in their chosen genre.

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James Hartley

Editor-in-Chief · RPG Specialist
Sydney, NSW

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Mia Chen

Senior Reviewer · FPS & Esports
Melbourne, VIC

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Lachlan Briggs

Tournament Analyst
Brisbane, QLD

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Sophie Walsh

Open World & Indie Reviewer
Perth, WA

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Nathan Kowalski

Strategy Games Specialist
Adelaide, SA

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Priya Sharma

News Editor & Community Manager
Sydney, NSW

2019

Founded in Sydney

340+

Games Reviewed

120+

Tournaments Covered

85K+

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