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Father’s Day is fast approaching. Kids everywhere are once again scrambling through their piggy banks, reaching far into the souls of their sneakers and pillaging through the crusty crevices of each couch cushion for hidden treasure… or any coin they can muster. But one question remains, will you buy Dad his dream gift this Father’s Day? or is it another trip to Best & Less for the ol’ Buy 2 get 1 Free Special on Monday to Friday Undies? Well, we’re here to make sure you put a big smile on Dad’s face this year with suggestions, that not only may have Dear old Dad grinning, but a sneaky double-down on a small gift for yourself. Just… don’t tell Mum that.
PlayStation 4
A Top-Up...
Want to give dad absolute freedom and control over his choices? Well, a simple wallet top-up is your solution.
Available in values of $5, $15, $30, $50 (Recommended) and $100, you can’t go wrong. This allows you to gift that someone a flexible choice of a game, the DLC they’ve been eyeing, or a PlayStation Plus Subscription (12 Months $79.99AUD).
Best of all, they can use this on PS4, PS5 and PS Vita.
He'll love this...
The sequel to the critically acclaimed multi-award winning action-adventure/horror; The Last of Us Part II see’s the return of an adolescent Ellie, looking for retribution against former Firefly members.
This instant classic follows the events of the 2013 smash hit The Last of Us, Where Joel and Ellie fight for survival against hoards of infected “runners”, that have mutated from human to zombie in the midst of a global pandemic.
If Dad has yet to play its prequel, I would highly suggest picking that up first. But if he’s a fan and has yet to play this incredible title, then it’s a great Father’s Day gift.
Here comes Spider-Dad...
The sequel to 2018’s Marvel’s Spider-Man for PlayStation 4, Miles Morales is the next chapter in the Spider-verse. And for the youngsters, this is a treat; especially those that loved the recently released Animated feature length smash hit, Spider-Man: Enter the Spider-verse.
Miles Morales takes the reigns of our friendly neighbourhood masked vigilante, while Peter takes a quick holiday in Europe (boy, they aren’t living in COVID times). Only, the unexperienced teen has his hands full with a new threat looming over New York City.
Dad of Boy...
The Reboot that saw the gaming world go crazy for Kratos, and his fatherly – or lack thereof – love for his son, Atreus. This is God of War (2018), the latest entry into the esteemed franchise that has dominated the PlayStation platform and is responsible for multiple Game of the Year accolades attached to Sony Santa Monica.
The campaign see’s an older Kratos, widowed after the untimely passing of his wife Faye. Before she passed, she had requested to be cremated and for her ashes to be scattered atop the highest peak of the Nine Realms. This would set the God and his offspring on a tumultuous test for their survival, but growth as father and son. Truly one of the greatest stories ever told in gaming.
Beyond the Horizon...
Dad looking for something a little different? Needing a sense of adventure?
Horizon Zero Dawn, the multi-award winning 2017 PlayStation 4 epic is now available on PC. Roam a post-cataclysmic Earth, set in the 31st century where humanity has slightly devolved, with only remains of technological advancement existing within creatures known as “machines” roaming its desolate plains.
Your protagonist Aloy, an abandoned orphan is outcased by her tribe and handed to her new guardian Rost, in hopes of training the young girl, into a warrior in hopes of being accepted again.
PlayStation 5
Rising above...
Want to join Dad on an epic quest? How about a title that entails an incredible narrative? One that will make you laugh, make you cry, and leave you in suspense? Ubisoft’s Immortals Fenyx Rising will do all this.
A comical take on Greek Mythology see’s two Titan Gods in Prometheus and Zeus recap their respective recount of Fenyx, a young Greek Soldier who defies the almighty God of Thunder, and saves Prometheus and a round of Titans from Zeus’ insurgence.
Here comes Spider-Dad...
The sequel to 2018’s Marvel’s Spider-Man for PlayStation 4, Miles Morales is the next chapter in the Spider-verse. And for the youngsters, this is a treat; especially those that loved the recently released Animated feature length smash hit, Spider-Man: Enter the Spider-verse.
Miles Morales takes the reigns of our friendly neighbourhood masked vigilante, while Peter takes a quick holiday in Europe (boy, they aren’t living in COVID times). Only, the unexperienced teen has his hands full with a new threat looming over New York City.
Way of the Samurai Dad...
Dad up for some swordsmanship?
Bring dad back to the cinema of yesteryear, as he indulges himself in one of the most immersive experiences on PlayStation 5 to date. Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut takes you across the incredible isles of a war-torn continent, struggling for survival against the impending insurgence of the Mongol’s.
Jin must protect his people by eliminating the threat, learning the way of a Samurai with gaming’s most engaging swordplay, and sleek mechanics.
Create Memories...
That fresh new console smell. Opening up the box, taking out that brand new hardware. Setting it all up… but playing all by your lonesome?
Why not pick up a second Dualsense and make some memories with Dad. The new Dualsense revolutionises the way we play, with a variety of colours available.
The haptics, the adaptive triggers, and just the solid build of this beautiful piece of tech will astonish anyone who takes a quick grasp of this incredible piece of kit. One that Dad will no doubt be surprised with. A true next generation experience is here.
XBOX
All the Games...
Don’t know what to get Dad for his new XBOX Series X? Or even his XBOX One? This is the answer. 3 Months of XBOX Game Pass Ultimate will give the gamer access to an entire library of first party XBOX Game Studio titles that will leave them busy for hours on end.
A litany of gaming at their fingertips thanks to XBOX’s revolutionary subscription service gives the gamer no excuse to rush out and buy the hottest XBOX title. It’s already available from this incredible subscription based feature.
Dad Crash's Back...
The Bandicoot is Back!
Crash returns with his sister Coco, his magically masked mate Aku Aku, along the frenzy of familiar faces as they face a new threat, Time. Retconning the entire franchise after Crash Bandicoot: Warped, Toys for Bob follows up where our troupe of furry friends left off back in 1998 and are ready to come back and kick some tail.
Dr. Neo Cortex and the Nefarious Dr. N. Trophy escape the endless void they were sent to over two decades prior, after Uka Uka breaks the seal across the two multiverses. Now with Time on their hands, they begin to manipulate matter surrounding Wumpa Island, readying their invasion once more.
Rise above...
Want to join Dad on an epic quest? How about a title that entails an incredible narrative? One that will make you laugh, make you cry, and leave you in suspense? Ubisoft’s Immortals Fenyx Rising will do all this.
A comical take on Greek Mythology see’s two Titan Gods in Prometheus and Zeus recap their respective recount of Fenyx, a young Greek Soldier who defies the almighty God of Thunder, and saves Prometheus and a round of Titans from Zeus’ insurgence.
Freedom & Comfort...
The best thing about gaming headsets is that most work on everything. The SteelSeries Arctis 3 has the absolute freedom of flexibility to use across a multitude of platforms out there.
Available in White or Black to match the overall aesthetic one may desire, the headset entails 7.1 Surround sound, for precision gaming.
The Arctis 3 2019 Edition was Awarded PCGamer’s “Best Gaming Headset” of 2019, and I concur. This is the perfect addition to your gaming setup.
Nintendo
Keep it simple...
Dad running out of memory on his Switch? Perfect!
Time to help Dad out with an upgrade to his Switch Storage. A simple yet effective gift is a Micro SD Card, with enough SPEED (100MB/s Min) and Memory.
I personally Recommend going for 128GB Minimum, as it will quadruple his existing onboard storage, allowing Dad to fit more digital title’s and his physical library’s installations.
An Adventure of a lifetime...
Super Mario 3D World was the Wii U’s most highly acclaimed adventure platformer for it’s massively underappreciated home console. Not only was the console itself in a rock, and a hard place, but the title was lost in infamy due to the unit’s record low sales.
The title is a classic, and has had many Mario fans salivating at the thought of a “Deluxe” edition being remastered for the home console-hybrid-handheld. Now making clawing its way onto the Switch, Nintendo’s boldest and brightest Mario tale sets forth to impress an entirely new generation, including exclusive content that ensures to blow people away.
Bowser’s Fury takes a dark turn from the traditional vibrant overlay delivered in a Mario series, and sets the Koopa King on a path of devastating destruction.
Fun for the whole family...
Want to entertain the entire family?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch is the ultimate Family title, and will keep Dad entertained for hours. Choosing to play solo, couch co-op, jumping online or battle mode, Mario Kart continues the tradition of putting smiles on faces around the globe.
Compatible with Joy Cons, and Pro Controllers for up to four players, this is a no brainer if you’re desperately searching for anything that Dad may not already have in his collection.
Dad's private getaway...
No other title has delivered such heart and charm like Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Labelled by gamers as the “Saviour of 2020”, New Horizons gives players a chance to sail away to their new Home Island, which doubles as a resort; quite apropos.
The great thing about Animal Crossing: New Horizons is its peaceful presentation that takes you away from the panic of pandemic pandemonium. Build your house, harvest your own crops, set daily tasks, and visit your friends at their own getaway Island.
Wouldn’t be a bad idea to pick up two copies and a Nintendo Switch Lite to play with Dad.
PC
Upgrade his setup...
Dad still gaming on that old, crusty Wireless keyboard and mouse combo?
Time to add some bling to his gaming setup with this awesome Mechanical Keyboard from SteelSeries. The SteelSeries APEX 7 TKL Mehcanical Gaming Keyboard will curb their playstyle. Come out on-top in every round of Destiny or Siege.
Treat them the right way. They will love you for it.
Simple yet effective...
In addition to Dad’s sweet new keyboard…
Be sure to grab a new mouse with some sweet RGB to suit. The SteelSeries Rival 3 Gaming Mouse will deliver them elevated preciseness. Stop all that cheating and relying on auto-aim.
The Rival 3 glides quite smoothly across a Qck Mouse Pad, like a match made in heaven.
Freedom & Flexibility...
The best thing about gaming headsets is that most work on everything. The SteelSeries Arctis 3 has the absolute freedom of flexibility to use across a multitude of platforms out there.
Available in White or Black to match the overall aesthetic one may desire, the headset entails 7.1 Surround sound, for precision gaming.
The Arctis 3 2019 Edition was Awarded PCGamer’s “Best Gaming Headset” of 2019, and I concur. This is the perfect addition to your gaming setup.
Taking Hearts, Breaking Hearts...
They stole the hearts of an entire gaming generation…
The highly anticipated follow-up to the critically acclaimed JRPG, Persona 5 Striker’s see’s our gang of rag-tag youth’s discover a reformed metaverse and a new threat looming over the entire country of Japan. From Shibuya to Sapporo, the Phantom Thieves discover the distorted desires of the defiant, plotting to garner as much popularity and power, possible.
Strike Back with the reunited Phantom Thieves and save the world from th impending doom. Roam around each sandbox-like estate, collect new Persona’s, battle swarms of shadows, in this extremely expeditious musou title. Steal the Treasure, Take their hearts and reclaim justice that was once theirs.
