Independent, passionate, and proudly Australian — here's our story.
RapidCheckpoint was founded in 2019 by a group of Sydney-based gamers who were frustrated by the lack of Australian-focused game coverage. Too many reviews came from US or UK outlets that ignored local server performance, Australian pricing context, or the unique tastes of the Oceania gaming community.
We set out to build something different: a platform where every review is written by someone who plays on AU servers, understands the local esports scene, and genuinely cares about helping fellow Australians make informed decisions about the games they spend their time on.
Today, RapidCheckpoint reaches over 42,000 monthly readers across Australia and New Zealand, covers dozens of esports tournaments each year, and maintains an editorial team of eight full-time writers and contributors.
Work With Us
We never accept payment for positive coverage. Every score reflects our genuine assessment — even when it upsets publishers.
All reviews are tested on Australian servers and written with the local gaming context in mind — because geography matters in gaming.
We attend events, interview players, and provide in-depth tournament analysis that goes beyond simple score reporting.
Our readers shape our coverage. We listen to feedback, cover community-requested titles, and platform grassroots events.
Eight writers, editors, and esports analysts based across Australia.
Editor-in-Chief · Sydney, NSW
Lead Reviewer · Melbourne, VIC
Esports Editor · Brisbane, QLD
Staff Writer · Perth, WA
Tournament Analyst · Sydney, NSW