Telstra officially launches the Game Optimiser

Telstra has officially launched its Game Optimiser service, an application for Windows computers aiming to improve your online gaming experience by rerouting your internet through optimal servers. Previously, the tool was in beta, but now that it’s fully released, it could be worth giving a try.

This is a tool worth considering if you’re a gamer who uses a PC on a Telstra plan, and if you’re not a Telstra customer already, it might convince you to make the switch to Australia’s largest telco. You can get this tool for an additional $10 each month on top of your Telstra bill. Your first month is free so you can try it out, but you need to be a Telstra customer with a Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 to be eligible.

Telstra plans to use with the Game Optimiser

The following table shows a selection of published Telstra NBN plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of standard monthly cost, from the lowest to highest, and then by alphabetical order of provider. These plans can all be coupled with the Game Optimiser from Telstra. Use our comparison tool above to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

How does the Game Optimiser work?

The Telstra Game Optimiser uses a program called “DumaOS”, that lets you tailor your internet experience. In short, it allows for you to reroute your internet through servers of your choice, allowing you to lower ping and increase speeds. Of course these two things would sounds amazing to a gamer, but there’s other features on top of these.

Through the DumaOS integration, you can use tools such as a Ping Heatmap and a GeoFilter to find the best connections possible for your location connection. You can also prioritise devices in your home, to make sure nothing’s sucking up more bandwidth than what’s needed.

If you’re interested in picking up the Game Optimiser, you should also consider picking up the Game Pass for PC. Most of the Game Optimiser features are exclusive to Windows PCs, and the Game Pass for PC includes a massive library of games just waiting to be played. Click the link below to go through to the Xbox website.

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Internet plans for gamers

If you’re browsing for a new internet plan for gaming, there’s plenty of great choices on the market. Below, you’ll find a selection at a variety of price points, including plans from the NBN 250 and NBN 1000 range.

• Gaming NBN
• Cheap NBN
• Fast NBN
• Superfast NBN

Gaming-ready NBN plans compared

The following table shows a selection of published gaming-ready NBN plans from Telstra and Aussie Broadband on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of monthly cost, from the lowest to highest, and then by alphabetical order of provider. Use our comparison tool to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

Cheap NBN plans compared

Not every gamer needs the fastest internet, and some people like it cheaper. The following table shows a selection of published unlimited NBN 25 and NBN 50 plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of standard monthly cost, from the lowest to highest. Use our comparison tool to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

NBN 100 plans compared

If you’d like your gaming experience to have a little extra kick, these plans will do the job. The following table shows a selection of published unlimited NBN 100 plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of standard monthly cost, from the lowest to highest. Use our comparison tool to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

NBN 250 plans compared

If you want an NBN plan with some serious power, a super fast NBN plan is for you – albeit more expensive. The following table shows a selection of published unlimited NBN 250 plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of standard monthly cost, from the lowest to highest. Use our comparison tool to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

Brand	Features	Max Data**/billing period	Advertised Cost^^/billing period
	elite mates Home Superfast BYO Superfast 250/25 Evening Speed (NBN 250) Special offer: $89 per month for the first 6 months, then $109 per month ongoing. Terms apply, offer available until withdrawn. min. cost $109 over one month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$109Advertised Cost^^/billing period
	NBN 250 Home Superfast Speed (NBN 250) $70 setup fee Modem included ($15 P&H) PAYG calls min. cost $185 over first month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$115Advertised Cost^^/billing period	Go To Site
	Unlimited NBN Superfast NBN 250/25Mbps speed Optional WiFi hub+ modem for $149 upfront plus $10 P&H Special offer: $95 for the first six months, then $115 ongoing. Terms apply. min. cost $115 over one month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$115Advertised Data^^/billing period
	nbnSuperfast Superfast 250/25 Evening Speed (NBN 250) Optional WiFi modem $99 upfront min. cost $115 over one month plan period	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$115Advertised Cost^^/billing period	Go to Site
	Platinum Unlimited Home Superfast Speed (NBN 250/25) Modem available for $69 upfront min. cost $119.90 for first month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$119.90Advertised Cost^^/billing period	Go To Site
	Unlimited Superfast 250/25 Home Superfast Speed (NBN 250/25) Special offer: $99.95 for the first six months, then $119.95 ongoing. Offer expires 31/3/22, terms apply. min. cost $119.95 over one month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$119.95Advertised Cost^^/billing period	Go To Site
	Power User Home Superfast Speed (NBN 250/25) Optional modem from $149 ($15 P&H) Special offer: First month free when you use code ‘FASTMONTH‘ at checkout. Terms apply. min. cost $129 over first month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$129Advertised Cost^^/billing period	Go To Site
	NBN250 Unlimited Home Superfast Speed (NBN 250/25) Special offer: $99.99 for the first six months, then $129.99 ongoing. Terms apply. min. cost $129.99 over one month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$129.99Advertised Cost^^/billing period
	NBN250 Liimitless Home Superfast Speed (NBN 250/25) Special offer: $99.99 for the first six months, then $129.99 ongoing. Terms apply. min. cost $129.99 over one month	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$129.99Advertised Cost^^/billing period
	Superfast NBN Superfast Speed (NBN 250) Typical evening speed: 215Mbps $216 modem (free when you stay connected for 24 months) Special offer: $99 connection fee waived (online only) Special offer: Get 3 months BINGE standard subscription, terms apply. Offer available until withdrawn. Unlimited local, national & mobile calls included min. cost $3,459 over 24 months	UnlimitedMax Data**/billing period	$140Advertised Cost^^/billing period	Go To Site
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