{"id":89230,"date":"2024-11-21T18:48:47","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T18:48:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1337games.org\/nz-nz\/?page_id=89230"},"modified":"2025-01-31T04:52:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T04:52:38","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.1337games.org\/nz-nz\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us: The 1337 Games Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>At 1337 Games, we\u2019re all about making gaming better for players across New Zealand. Our site is a space where Kiwi gamers can find <strong>reliable advice, honest reviews, <\/strong>and <strong>helpful tips<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re diving into the latest blockbuster titles, exploring indie games, or curious about online casinos, we\u2019re here to help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team shares a love for gaming in all its forms. From casual fun to in-depth analysis, we aim to bring you content that\u2019s as enjoyable to read as it is useful\u2014and that\u2019s exactly what we hope to share with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-trust-1337-games\">Why Trust 1337 Games?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1337 Games<\/strong> is committed to delivering <strong>accurate, unbiased, and detailed content<\/strong> that you can rely on. Every article is thoroughly researched, ensuring you get the insights you need to make informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We go beyond simply sharing news\u2014we aim to delight and empower you with every visit. Whether you&#8217;re after deep-dive reviews, expert guides, or gaming tips, our mission is to make your gaming experience smoother, smarter, and more enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-achievements-at-a-glance\">Our Achievements at a Glance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our dedication to quality and accuracy has helped us grow into a trusted resource for Kiwi gamers. 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512\"><path fill=\"#2e334d\" d=\"M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Over 300 game and casino reviews<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%232e334d&quot; d=&quot;M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-264818cb-47a8-45de-8ab7-8cc6357b012b\">\n\t\t\t<div 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href=\"https:\/\/www.1337games.org\/nz-nz\/about-us\/sandra-johnson\/\">Sandra Johnson<\/a> has over a decade of experience in the gaming industry and takes great pride in leading 1337 Games with dedication and a player-first mindset. Her passion lies in helping Kiwi players uncover casino platforms and games that truly captivate and inspire.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-core-beliefs\"><strong>Our Core Beliefs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em; text-align: left; --ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%232e334d&quot; d=&quot;M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); --ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-spacing: 0px; \" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-cb1a06a1-53d3-4212-a2bf-c560f0cd2b18\">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%232e334d&quot; d=&quot;M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-876448a1-9234-4bb6-b1b1-39333d8ae39f\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#2e334d\" d=\"M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\"><strong>Authenticity and Honesty:<\/strong> <br>Every recommendation is backed by independent research.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; 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