NeonOperator editorial team

Who We Are

NeonOperator was founded in 2020 by a group of passionate Australian gamers who were frustrated by the lack of locally-focused, unbiased gaming coverage. Based in Sydney, NSW, our team covers everything from indie gems to AAA blockbusters, with a special focus on the thriving Australian esports scene.

We believe that great game journalism starts with genuine passion and ends with honest, reader-first reporting. We never accept payment for review scores, and our editorial independence is non-negotiable.

Our coverage spans PC, console, and mobile gaming, with dedicated sections for esports tournaments, industry news, and in-depth feature writing.

100% independent editorial — no paid review scores, ever
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Australian-focused coverage with a global perspective
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Dedicated esports tournament tracking across all major Australian events
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Community-driven — your feedback shapes our coverage

Our Values

Integrity First

We never accept payment for review scores or editorial coverage. Every opinion you read on NeonOperator is genuinely held by our writers.

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Depth Over Speed

We take the time to properly experience every game we review. We'd rather publish a thorough review late than a rushed one on launch day.

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Community Focus

Australian gamers are our audience and our inspiration. We cover the events, games, and stories that matter most to the local community.

Meet the Team

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James Harrington

Editor-in-Chief

15 years in gaming journalism. RPG specialist and competitive Dota 2 player. Based in Sydney, NSW.

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Sarah Chen

Senior Reviewer

FPS and action game expert. Former esports commentator for the Oceanic region. Based in Melbourne, VIC.

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Tom Nguyen

Esports Editor

Covers Australian and international esports tournaments. Strategy game enthusiast. Based in Brisbane, QLD.

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Mia Patel

Staff Writer

Indie game advocate and feature writer. Covers gaming culture and community stories. Based in Perth, WA.

NeonOperator by the Numbers

500+
Games Reviewed
120+
Tournaments Covered
80K+
Monthly Readers
6
Years of Coverage