Closure of Kotaku Australia Marks a Grim Day for Gaming Journalism

The shutdown of Kotaku, Gizmodo, and Lifehacker Australia signals a significant blow to the country's tech and gaming media landscape.

Pedestrian Group's decision to shutter these sites results in 40 job losses.
Kotaku Australia was renowned for its unique voice and local industry coverage.
The closures highlight the broader crisis in Australian journalism, with major outlets also facing significant layoffs.
Despite high engagement and readership, video game journalism struggles for funding and support.
The end of these outlets leaves a void in dedicated gaming journalism in Australia.