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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 the all new PlayStation Plus Deluxe Subscription ($21.95 p/m AUD).
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...
Prep Dad for the biggest father/son action-adventure of the year. 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.
Go West...
Dad looking for something a little different? Needing a sense of adventure?
The Sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn, the multi-award winning 2017 PlayStation 4 epic. Horizon Forbidden West continues your adventure through 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 once outcased by her tribe and now heralded hero hopes to discover more of her existence as she travels into hostile territory.
PlayStation 5
Go West...
Dad looking for something a little different? Needing a sense of adventure?
The Sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn, the multi-award winning 2017 PlayStation 4 epic. Horizon Forbidden West continues your adventure through 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 once outcased by her tribe and now heralded hero hopes to discover more of her existence as she travels into hostile territory.
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's domain...
“A ‘time sink’ would be an understatement, as 65 hours of in-game decadence has yet to be enough to satiate its bloodlust, nor mine. I adore and respect the love that has been put into Elden Ring, but I hate this game so much… so much that I love it. It’s driven me to points of insanity in gaming that I’ve never really experienced in the genre before.”
Does that sound “Dad” enough? This year’s greatest Souls-like achievement that has taken the gaming world by storm is the perfect recipe for destruction. Your Dad will love you for it.
Faster, Furious, Father's Day...
Race through the gauntlet, from circuits to cross-country. Visit a live Volcano and reach new heights. Speed through the Horizon festival, where Mexico awaits. The newest Forza sends you off to the gorgeous outskirts of South America, where you can virtually experience its incredible scenery and fall in love with its culture.
Just be sure to pack yourself a mask… Oh, not for what you’re thinking. The Sandstorms that you’ll have to race through.
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.
There goes Spider-Dad...
Spider-Dad, Spider-Dad. Have Dad rediscover his love for being the superhero he is, with the 2018 smash hit remastered for PC. Marvel’s Spider-Man revisits Peter Parker in the midst of his twilight years as New York’s web-slinging crusader.
After capturing Kingpin, Spider-Man is met with the conundrum of his identity being exposed from his once close cohort, Dr. Otto Octavius. The genius turned mad-scientist wrangles a team of deadly foes to antagonise Peter, and threatens society with a bio-chemical weapon known as Devil’s Breath.
