ABOUT US
The Explosion Network is a personality-driven website focusing on video games, movies, television shows and pop culture.
We aim to deliver conversational, engaging and informational content across our articles, podcasts and video content.
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Founded: February 2017
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Location: Australia
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Core Team Size: 4
- Contributors: 1-3
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Contact: mail@explosionnetwork.com
Explosion Network Stats
(Stats last updated January 2024. Averages based upon reports for Jan-Dec 2023)
These statistics are averages compiled using a combination of HyperStat, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and X (formerly Twitter) Analytics.
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Scope: International
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Language: English
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Country: Australia
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Post Frequency: Daily
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Moz Score: 33
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Page Views Per Month: 90k+
- Daily Unique Visitors: 3k+
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Bounce Rate: 40%
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Average Pages Per User: 1.5+
Google Search Traffic
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Impressions Per Month: 2.5M +
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Clicks Per Month: 20k+
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Average Search Position: 17
Social Media
Twitter: @ExplosionPod
Impressions-per-month: 70k+\
TikTok: @explosionnetwork
Views per-mont: 9k
Instagram: /explosionnpod
Youtube: /explosionnetwork
Views per-month: 12k
Accolades & Awards

2024 Samsung Australian IT Journalism Awards
- Best Consumer Technology Coverage – Nominated
Best Independent Coverage – Nominated
Best Gaming Coverage – Nominated
2023 Samsung Australian IT Journalism Awards
- Best Gaming Coverage -Nominated
- Best Independent Coverage – Nominated
- Best Audio Program – Nominated
2022 Samsung Australian IT Journalism Awards
- Best Gaming Coverage – Nominated
- Best Independent Coverage – Nominated
2021 Samsung Australian IT Journalism Awards
- Best Independent Coverage – Nominated
2020 Samsung IT Journalism Awards
- Best Independent Coverage – Nominated

You can find all of the Explosion Network video game reviews on OpenCritic.
“OpenCritic is a review aggregator for video games. OpenCritic collects review data from hundreds of online publications, blogs, and channels and compiles it all into one page. OpenCritic’s mission is to help consumers make more informed decisions when considering to preorder, buy, or play a game.”
Our VR reviews are also featured on VRGameCritic
“vrgamecritic is the #1 portal dedicated to virtual reality game reviews, providing a de facto rating for VR games. We collate media reviews from hundreds of sites and do our best to offer gamers a great place to find their next experiences.”
Thanks to our continued supporters on ko-fi.com/explosion, we have been featured as prominent writers and podcasters using the platform.
Our Shows
Explosion Network features a variety of audio podcasts covering video games, movies and television. Alongside our weekly programs, we produce seasonal shows, rotating in and out a couple of times a year, when movies and TV shows are airing or releasing.
We have produced over 1,000 episodes of our various podcasts and consider ourselves the most efficient and content-heavy website in Australia, particularly in terms of the quality and quantity of our podcasts.
Below are our current weekly core shows. You can find all of our shows here.
ARCADE COUCH

Arcade Couch is the Explosion Network’s premiere video games podcast featuring discussions on the latest releases, tech, industry news and more, available every Monday at 6 AM.
- Over 250 episodes strong
- Launched live from the Audio-Technica booth at PAX AUS 2018
What Do You Wanna Watch?

The Explosion Network’s premier media podcast. Join Ashley Hobley and Dylan Blight every week to discuss all the current news in TV, film, and online media.
- Launched March 2018
- 300+ episode
STAFF
(L-R, top to bottom) Explosion Network’s core team consists of Dylan Blight (Editor-In-Chief, Content Manager, Co-Founder), Ashley Hobley (Executive Editor, Co-Founder), and Ciaran Marchant (Co-Founder)
Contact Us
E-Mail: business@explosionnetwork.com


