About Phantom Strikes

We're a team of passionate Australian gamers dedicated to honest reviews, quality esports coverage, and building a thriving local gaming community.

Our Story

Born in Melbourne, Built for Australia

Phantom Strikes was founded in 2020 by a group of Melbourne-based gamers who were frustrated by the lack of Australian-focused gaming coverage. Too many reviews were written from a Northern Hemisphere perspective, ignoring the unique gaming culture, server conditions, and community events that matter to Aussie players.

We set out to change that. Today, Phantom Strikes is Australia's most trusted independent gaming platform, covering everything from AAA blockbusters to indie gems, and from grassroots LAN parties to national esports championships.

Our editorial team is based across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth — giving us genuine national coverage and a deep understanding of the Australian gaming landscape.

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What We Stand For

Our Values

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Honest Reviews

We accept no advertising influence on our scores. Every review reflects our genuine experience with the game — good, bad, or ugly.

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Australian First

We test games on Australian servers, cover local events, and write for an audience that understands the unique challenges of gaming Down Under.

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Community Driven

Our readers shape what we cover. We listen to community feedback, feature reader submissions, and host events that bring gamers together.

The People

Meet the Team

Jake Thornton

Lead Reviewer — FPS & Action

Based in Melbourne. 12 years of competitive FPS experience. Former ESL Australia commentator and tournament organiser.

Mia Nguyen

Senior Reviewer — RPG & Narrative

Based in Sydney. Specialises in story-driven games and indie titles. Holds a degree in Game Design from UTS.

Sam Okafor

Esports Editor

Based in Brisbane. Covers the ANZ esports scene full-time. Former professional Vortex Command player and team manager.

Lily Chen

Reviewer — Strategy & Simulation

Based in Perth. Strategy game obsessive with a particular love for city builders and grand strategy titles.

Ryan Mitchell

Tournament Coordinator

Based in Melbourne. Manages all Phantom Strikes tournament partnerships and on-the-ground event coverage across Australia.

Aisha Kapoor

Community Manager

Based in Adelaide. Runs our Discord, social channels, and reader engagement programs. The heart of the Phantom Strikes community.

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Want to Join the Team?

We're always looking for passionate Australian gamers to contribute reviews, tournament coverage, and community content. Reach out and let's talk.