From a LAN Party in Sydney to Australia's #1 Gaming Hub
ShadowCombat was born in 2013 around a folding table in a Surry Hills apartment. Three friends — a game developer, a competitive FPS player, and a journalist — were frustrated by the lack of honest, locally-relevant game coverage for Australian audiences.
We started writing reviews that accounted for Australian server latency, local release schedules, and the unique preferences of the Oceanian gaming community. Word spread fast.
Today, ShadowCombat.pro reaches over 120,000 readers monthly, has covered 85+ esports tournaments, and maintains the most comprehensive game review database in the region.
Our Editorial Values
Honest Reviews
We accept no advertising deals that influence our scores. Every rating reflects genuine editorial opinion after thorough playtesting.
Australian Perspective
We review games through the lens of Australian players — server performance, regional pricing, and local community health all factor into our scores.
Community First
Our tournament coverage and community events exist to grow the Australian esports ecosystem, not just report on it from the sidelines.
Meet the Team
Passionate gamers, experienced writers, and dedicated esports enthusiasts — all based in Australia.
James Mitchell
Editor-in-Chief
Sydney, NSW
Sarah Chen
Lead Reviewer — RPG
Melbourne, VIC
Liam Torres
Esports Reporter
Brisbane, QLD
Anika Kumar
FPS Specialist
Perth, WA
Ryan Park
Tournament Coordinator
Sydney, NSW
340+
Games Reviewed
85+
Tournaments Covered
120,000+
Monthly Readers
12 yrs
In the Game