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Review: The Spyro Reignited trilogy is delightful, gorgeous, and really frustrating
After a lengthy delay, the Spyro Reignited Trilogy finally hit shelves last week. I’ve been playing it nonstop ever since, and as a longtime fan of the little purple guy, I’m more than satisfied with it, though admittedly it does come with a few control issues. äàëüøå »
2018-11-20 19:02
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Here’s our first glimpse of Harry Potter: Wizards Unite
Niantic and WB Games surprised everyone this morning by dropping the first trailer for Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, the spiritual successor to the world-shatteringly popular Pokemon GO. It drops a few hints about the gameplay and story of the game, and gives us a tentative release date: 2019. äàëüøå »
2018-11-14 20:10
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The inevitable ‘PC Classic’ joins the retro console rat race
Okay, this is just getting silly now. The retro console craze is still in full swing, with ever-more obscure mini-devices joining the roster alongside the likes of the NES Classic, the PlayStation Classic, and the Atari VCS. äàëüøå »
2018-11-14 02:40
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Fickle Fallout 76 beta refuses to be uninstalled on PC
You know, Bethesda, when you mentioned there would be issues with Fallout 76, I thought it would be one of your fun ones — you know, where locations have items floating in the air, or the NPCs heads rotate on their shoulders like The Exorcist. äàëüøå »
2018-11-12 21:05
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Review: Tetris Effect is my new favorite drug
There’s nothing like Tetris. Invented 33 years ago, Tetris barely needed evolve thanks to its simple ingenuity. It’s meditative and infuriating at the same time. It induces anxiety, but it also helps people that struggle with that same anxiety. äàëüøå »
2018-11-12 18:45
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Prima Games to cease publishing its strategy guides after 28 years
Reports today revealed that Prima Games, the company behind those strategy guides you see at every game store, was shutting down after almost three decades. It’s the end of an era, truly. Prima game guides have been around since 1990. äàëüøå »
2018-11-10 02:27
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Fortnite’s concurrent players now number over 8.3 million
Epic Games revealed in a recent interview that the concurrent player count of the world’s most popular game has now climbed into truly dizzying numbers — most likely because of its recent debut on the Korean market. äàëüøå »
2018-11-9 01:49
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Red Dead Online public beta set to launch later this month
Take-Two Interactive revealed this week it’d be opening the public beta for Red Dead Online, the multiplayer component of its unbelievably popular Red Dead Redemption 2, sometime later this month. äàëüøå »
2018-11-8 21:31
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PUBG goes free-to-play briefly on Xbox to combat waning interest
Microsoft today revealed PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds would be free-to-play this weekend, the first time the game has ever been free on that platform. It’s a pleasant surprise for gamers, but as far as the game itself is concerned, it looks like a last-ditch effort to generate interest in a game that’s rapidly losing its large fanbase. äàëüøå »
2018-11-8 03:03
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Killing a suffragette in Red Dead Redemption 2 says more about you than Rockstar
Players are increasingly resorting to violence against a certain female character in Red Dead Redemption 2. In this case, I’m convinced the problem isn’t Rockstar Games. Rockstar games do not generally fall under the umbrella of what one might call “safe” video games. äàëüøå »
2018-11-7 00:20
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Red Dead Redemption 2’s story cuts deep and burns slow
If there’s one thing I love, it’s a game that can give me a true emotional reaction, even when I think I know where it’s going. And I love Red Dead Redemption 2. Few games in recent memory have felt as full of promise as this one. äàëüøå »
2018-11-6 22:36
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Our games wishlist for Nintendo’s N64 classic
A rumor surfaced this week that Nintendo was working on a retro version of the N64 console, which would include 30 games. If that’s true, it would put the device on par with the original NES Classic in terms of value. äàëüøå »
2018-11-2 00:47
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Fallout 76 bug deleted the entire beta, Bethesda extends it in penance
So Fallout 76 is not exactly off to a great start. A beta test bug has cost several users precious time with the game, apparently fulfilling Bethesda’s promise of “spectacular issues. ” To begin with, an odd bug with the Bethesda launcher summarily deleted the entire, 47 GB beta after it’d already been downloaded. äàëüøå »
2018-11-1 00:28
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MediEvil the first of many PlayStation All-Stars that needs a remake
Sony today revealed the first trailer for the new MediEvil game, a full remake of the first game that arrived on the PlayStation 20 years ago. Bony protagonist Sir Dan reappears after nearly a decade of obscurity — and hopefully he’s the first of many of his fellows. äàëüøå »
2018-10-31 20:52
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Nintendo’s Switch just outsold the GameCube
The growth of the Nintendo Switch has been nothing short of meteoric, easily surpassing those of the disappointing Wii U within months. Now, according to a new report from Nintendo, the Switch’s lifetime sales just surpassed those of the GameCube. äàëüøå »
2018-10-31 01:08
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Sony reveals the rather disappointing list of games for the PS One Classic
PlayStation today revealed the list of games that will come bundled with its retro console, the PS One Classic. While the list does include several (ahem) classics and old favorites, there are still a few rather large holes in the library. äàëüøå »
2018-10-30 20:35
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Pokemon GO finally counts your steps while offline
Niantic today announced a new feature for Pokemon GO called “Adventure Sync” — a lofty name for a very simple feature: step tracking. Specifically, Adventure Sync will record your walking distance in the background, even if you’re doing other things with your phone. äàëüøå »
2018-10-26 01:05
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Battlefield V puts battle royale on the back burner to focus on story
EA is apparently determined to ensure its latest endeavor, WWII-era shooter Battlefield V, is getting as much space as possible to prove it’s different from its eternal rival Call of Duty. The company has now put the brakes on BFV‘s battle royale in favor of the game‘s single-player story, meaning that (for the time being, anyway) it won’t have to compete for the attention of Fortnite emigres with Black Ops 4‘s Blackout mode. äàëüøå »
2018-10-25 21:03
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Can Fantasy Games Create EOS Developers? Block.One Thinks So
Block. One, the chief architect behind the EOS. IO platform, has released a new game which it hopes will increase the number of EOS developers actively working on the network. . Known as ‘Elemental Battles‘, the game is designed to simplify the EOS. äàëüøå »
2018-10-25 16:47
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9 things I wish I knew before playing Red Dead Redemption 2
I was fortunate enough to get my hands on an advance copy of Red Dead Redemption 2. Yes, I know I’m a lucky bastard. You can read what I thought about Rockstar’s latest here, lets just say I enjoyed it a lot. äàëüøå »
2018-10-25 16:13
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Red Dead Redemption 2, or as I like to call it: Game of the Year
In my 10+ years of covering video games, I’ve never seen a game as highly anticipated as Rockstar Games’ Red Dead Redemption 2. The hype has led to an unusally dry video game fall, as most competitors have stayed away from releasing big titles alongside Rockstar’s first game since Grand Theft Auto V (2013). äàëüøå »
2018-10-25 13:59
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Sony warns gamers could lose saves, progress, DLC access after changing PSN name
When Sony revealed earlier this year it was working on a way for PlayStation gamers to change their IDs after 12 years, most — including us — were excited about the prospect. Now, as more details surfaced this week about exactly how name changes will work, it’s got use more than a little nervous. äàëüøå »
2018-10-24 20:57
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Fallout New Vegas fans spent 7 years creating a massive ‘New California’ mod
A team of super fans today released a huge mod for Obsidian Entertainment’s Fallout New Vegas into open beta. Dubbed “New California,” the free add-on works with PC versions of the game, and it’s available for download now. äàëüøå »
2018-10-24 20:21
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Bethesda braces for Fallout 76 beta’s inevitable bevy of bugs
Bethesda Game Studios today released a note to its fans warning its upcoming game, Fallout 76, was likely to have some pretty big bugs and glitches, and it would need gamers’ help finding them. äàëüøå »
2018-10-23 20:56
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The $8k Devil May Cry V bundle is awesome and I want it
Capcom recently revealed three new bundles for its upcoming game Devil May Cry V, all with four-figure prices. While this is a little much even for an industry that loves expensive limited editions, I can’t help but be seriously tempted thanks to one of the perks — a snazzy coat. äàëüøå »
2018-10-22 21:05
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Battlefield V devs reveal how they recreate era-appropriate sounds
With Battlefield V beginning to peek its head out on the horizon of game releases, the game development team is opening the curtain on the making of the game. If you’ve ever wanted to see what goes on in the studio when the game du jour is being created, you’ll find some of EA and DICE’s Dev Talks fascinating. äàëüøå »
2018-10-20 07:39
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 posts $500M sales and it’s still a disappointment
Activision’s latest entry in the venerable Call of Duty franchise is cleaning house and then some. After only a few days on the market, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 has already made half-a-billion dollars — and yet apparently that’s still not enough to impress some of the company’s investors. äàëüøå »
2018-10-19 22:16
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Rockstar Games controversy renews concern over ‘crunch culture’
On the cusp of releasing one of the biggest games of the year, Red Dead Redemption 2, developer Rockstar Games has been forced to allay fears it’s overworking its employees. It’s attempted to assure fans by allowing staff to speak directly about their experiences. äàëüøå »
2018-10-19 22:16
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Mobile Games Industry Veteran Introduces All-New Blockchain Entry, CryptantCrab, with Pre-Sale Announcement
17 October 2018, Malaysia: CryptantCrab is announcing its Pre-Sale release date with a Bounty campaign that is now open to all. The game, which is built on the Ethereum blockchain, takes its inspiration from an Asian past time of raising fighting fish as it provides a similar experience to raising these virtual crustaceans that comes […] The post Mobile Games Industry Veteran Introduces All-New Blockchain Entry, CryptantCrab, with Pre-Sale Announcement appeared first on NullTX. äàëüøå »
2018-10-17 21:02
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Hitman 2 announces the oft-killed Sean Bean as a contract target
IO Interactive, the developers behind the Hitman series, today announced the first post-release content for the upcoming Hitman 2, including the subject of the first contract. Soon you — yes, you — will join the long, long list of individuals who can boast they’ve killed Sean Bean. äàëüøå »
2018-10-18 20:52
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Discord’s in-app Store enters open beta with a selection of indies and classics
Discord, the gaming chat app, today opened its fledgling game store and library to beta, meaning anyone can purchase games, launch games they already own, or play games granted to them by the premium subscription option. äàëüøå »
2018-10-17 21:07
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PS4s are being bricked by a chat exploit – here’s how you can stay safe
PlayStation 4 owners recently began reporting a strange messaging exploit, one which has already been allegedly weaponized to brick their consoles. Sony is working to fix the problem, but in the meantime, everyone just set your messages to private. äàëüøå »
2018-10-16 21:49
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Steam’s open-door policy starts trouble with the Brazilian government
Valve, the company behind the Steam gaming platform, is currently under investigation by the Brazilian government after allowing a controversial game to be sold on its platform. While the platform’s relaxed attitude towards games seemed like a commendable idea at the time, it’s starting to backfire. äàëüøå »
2018-10-13 03:09
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Fortnite is available to everyone on Android now
Good news, battle royale lovers. Fortnite for Android today entered open beta, meaning anyone can join in. No invite needed – download the Fortnite Beta now on any compatible Android device Time to squad up: https://t. äàëüøå »
2018-10-11 20:45
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Stardew Valley is coming to iOS and it’ll let you import your PC saves
The developer behind Stardew Valley, the hit indie farming sim, this week announced the game was coming to mobile devices. The iOS version launches in two weeks, while the Android version is still in development. äàëüøå »
2018-10-11 23:50
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Sony will finally let you change your PlayStation ID
Sony officially announced that, after twelve years and countless user requests, it’s finally allowing users to change their PlayStation Network names. It’s opening the feature to the PlayStation Preview program so certain users can test it. äàëüøå »
2018-10-10 19:48
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Microsoft debuts Project xCloud for streaming games to PCs and phones
Microsoft today revealed Project xCloud, a game streaming service that would bring the company’s games to multiple devices, including mobile. xCloud is, essentially, a gaming solution for those who don’t own an Xbox or a game-ready PC. äàëüøå »
2018-10-8 20:37
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Some smarty pants did the maths behind ‘Super Mario Party’ dice rolls
Is maths cool? It’s a question that has plagued philosophers for centuries. For every hip cat like Einstein, there are thousands of math teachers who ruin numbers for everyone. Luckily though, there are some stars out there, such as the person who worked out the maths behind the dice rolls in Nintendo‘s new Switch game, Super Mario Party. äàëüøå »
2018-10-8 12:50
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The week’s best Android games for killing time in line at the DMV
Welcome to our weekly column, in which YouTuber NimbleThor brings you a short list of the best new mobile games for your Android device, released over the past week. Whether you’re into casual time wasters or hardcore shooters, you’ll find something in here to exercise your thumbs with. äàëüøå »
2018-10-6 10:48
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Nintendo patented a case that turns your phone into a working Game Boy
Nintendo has filed a patent for something that appears to be a case that turns your phone into a Game Boy — functioning buttons and all. The patent, discovered by Siliconera, shows a shell casing for a phone that covers all but a small portion of the upper screen. äàëüøå »
2018-10-6 20:08
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Amazon’s multiplayer game leak reveals an expansive supernatural world
Amazon is currently running a closed beta for its upcoming game New World, but hasn’t publicly revealed much of what it looks like. Thankfully, one of the participants captured some two hours of footage and shared it on, ahem, PornHub. äàëüøå »
2018-10-5 11:23
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12 years later, Sony might allow users to change their PSN names
Rumor has it that Sony might finally make one of its biggest changes ever — allowing players to change their names on the PlayStation Network. The rumor comes from Kotaku, who cite anonymous developers who’ve been told about the change in order to prepare for it. äàëüøå »
2018-10-5 02:50
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Oh my god this leak of a Harry Potter RPG has blown my tiny muggle mind
Thank you lord for this leaked footage of a Harry Potter RPG. It has brought purpose to my insignificant life. The footage was found on Reddit and reported on by Press Start. The video itself was posted to r/gaming by a user called VapeThisBro (sigh). äàëüøå »
2018-10-2 13:44
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Red Dead Redemption 2 looks cool as hell in first person
After months of giving us only brief glimpses of Red Dead Redemption 2, now Rockstar can’t stop showing us gameplay. The latest gameplay trailer shows a myriad of in-game activities, and also finally teases what first-person mode will look like — and I know I’m going to have to give it a try when the game comes out. äàëüøå »
2018-10-2 20:48
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This week’s best Android games for avoiding small talk in the elevator
Welcome to our weekly column, in which YouTuber NimbleThor brings you a short list of the best new mobile games for your Android device, released over the past week. Whether you’re into casual time wasters or hardcore shooters, you’ll find something in here to exercise your thumbs with. äàëüøå »
2018-9-28 15:59
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Here’s why millions of PC gamers still love their old 360 controllers
Valve revealed this week which controllers are the most popular of among its PC gaming audience. The winner, by a longshot, is an old favorite. Despite the conventional PC gaming wisdom that keyboard and mouse is “better” for certain games, millions of Steams players use controllers. äàëüøå »
2018-9-27 01:35
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PlayStation 4 finally allows Switch and Xbox cross-play with new Fortnite beta
After months of continuous pressure and needling and guilting from the rest of the gaming industry — fans, developers, and even Microsoft and Nintendo themselves — Sony is finally allowing cross-platform play between the PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One and Switch. äàëüøå »
2018-9-26 19:28
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Gaming Twitter showed its strength and rage after Telltale’s catastrophic closure
Telltale Games announced on Twitter last week, with little warning, that it’d be shuttering its doors. The news drew a not-unexpected amount of backlash and scrutiny based on first-hand accounts from the people involved. äàëüøå »
2018-9-25 21:28
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Celebrated studio Telltale Games shuts down in the messiest way possible
Over the past 14 years, California-based game development studio Telltale Incorporated made a name for itself with its range of well crafted adventure- and story-driven titles. That includes hits like The Wolf Among Us, Tales from the Borderlands, and adaptations of popular franchises including Batman, The Walking Dead, Minecraft, and Game of Thrones. äàëüøå »
2018-9-24 15:29
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Nintendo grants terminally ill fan’s wish to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Like any Nintendo fan, Chris Taylor is stoked for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Chris, though, isn’t sure he’ll live long enough to see the game hit shelves on December 7. Taylor was first diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer, about three years ago. äàëüøå »
2018-9-22 02:55
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