Built by Gamers,
for Gamers

Rift Engine was founded in Sydney in 2014 by a group of passionate gamers who believed Australia deserved its own world-class gaming media platform.

Honest Reviews.
Real Community.

At Rift Engine, we believe that great gaming journalism starts with integrity. We never accept payment for positive reviews, we never inflate scores to please publishers, and we always put our readers first.

Our editorial team plays every game from start to finish before publishing a single word. We cover everything from triple-A blockbusters to hidden indie gems — with the same level of care and attention.

Beyond reviews, we are deeply committed to growing the Australian esports ecosystem. We partner with venues across the country to host tournaments that give local talent a stage to shine on.

Rift Engine Sydney team

Our Core Values

Editorial Independence

Our reviews are never influenced by advertisers or publishers. Every score reflects the honest opinion of our editorial team.

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Australian Focus

We cover games and events with an Australian lens — including local server performance, community size, and regional pricing context.

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Esports Advocacy

We actively support the growth of competitive gaming in Australia by hosting and promoting tournaments at every level.

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Community First

Our readers are our community. We listen to feedback, engage in discussions, and shape our content based on what Australian gamers actually want.

Meet Our Editors

A dedicated team of gaming journalists, analysts, and esports enthusiasts based across Australia.

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James Whitfield

Editor-in-Chief — Sydney, NSW

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Sophie Chen

Lead Reviewer — Melbourne, VIC

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Marcus Reid

Esports Analyst — Brisbane, QLD

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Anika Kumar

Indie Specialist — Perth, WA

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Tom Nguyen

Strategy & RPG Editor — Sydney, NSW

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Lara Brooks

Community Manager — Adelaide, SA

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