About StormBytes

We're a team of passionate Australian gamers, journalists, and esports enthusiasts on a mission to deliver the most honest game coverage on the internet.

The StormBytes team at their Sydney studio

Built by Gamers, for Gamers

StormBytes was founded in 2019 in Sydney, Australia, by a group of friends who were tired of game reviews that felt disconnected from the actual playing experience. We set out to build something different — a publication rooted in genuine passion, rigorous analysis, and total editorial independence.

Today, our team of 12 full-time writers, editors, and tournament analysts covers everything from indie releases to global AAA launches, with a particular focus on how games land for Australian audiences — from server performance to local pricing context.

We are headquartered at Level 4, 80 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000.

Independence

We accept no advertising from game publishers and never allow review scores to be influenced by commercial relationships.

Depth

Every review is written after completing the game. No first-impression scores, no rushed verdicts.

Community

We actively engage with the Australian gaming community through events, Discord, and reader feedback.

Transparency

We disclose how review copies are obtained and clearly separate sponsored content from editorial.

500+
Games Reviewed
120+
Tournaments Covered
85K+
Monthly Readers
7
Years in Operation

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