Since its launch, Google Stadia has struggled to gain a foothold within the video games industry. The online-only game streaming service has encountered a number of issues on many fronts, including but not limited to its lack of games. In its latest Stadia connect, the search giant tackled this issue …

Though Xbox has traditionally fallen behind PlayStation when it comes to Japanese-developed titles on their platform, the console manufacturer has made a concerted effort to bring a number of these previously PlayStation console-exclusive games to its own Xbox System. Now, almost two years after its western PS4 release, Yakuza Kiwami …

Platinum Games currently has many titles cooking in the kitchen. One of these is Babylon’s Fall, a unique-looking seemingly lore-heavy hack ‘n slash. Announced back at E3 2018, the game has since seen very little in the way of development updates. Previously, Platinum Games promised that it would have more …

Though Ubisoft is often known for its output consistency, the past few years have seen the French publisher face a number of setbacks. One of these setbacks is reportedly Skull & Bones – the PvP pirate ship combat title. Announced back in 2017, there has been very little heard from …

One of the more unexpected stories to come out during 2020 has been Nintendo’s collaboration with LEGO, the plastic toy brick company. Most recently, both companies announced the LEGO Mario set, which sees the iconic mascot plumber recreated in block form. It would appear as though LEGO and Nintendo aren’t …

The Tomb Raider series is one of gaming’s most iconic. Since 1996, the series has released almost two-dozen games, spanning across almost any gaming platform available. Though the franchise has had its ups and down, Square Enix now appears to be preparing to release what it is calling “T.R.U.E. Tomb …

Late last month, Apple’s WWDC ‘Worldwide Developers Conference’ took place, announcing the next major software versions for its wide range of smart devices. Following the conference, iOS 14 was made available to developers, allowing them to begin prepping their applications for optimisation. Now, more casual users, who like to be …

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Though there was once a time when physical media was the preferred way to own video games, as time goes on, more and more video game players have begun to adopt digital media ownership. Previously, we have seen companies such as Sony and Nintendo report up to 50% of its …

Each week, the Epic Games Store offers its users a number of free games. This week, fans of the digital platform can get their hands on three free games: The Escapists 2, Lifeless Planet, and Killing Floor 2. These titles are available to download now, and will remain so until …

Historically, Sony and Epic Games have had a strong relationship. The console manufacturer and game engine developer have previously partnered in a number of ways, including the recent Unreal Engine 5 tech demo. Now, it would appear as though the partnership is taking another step, as Sony has invested $250 …

With each new generation, console manufacturers have updated their video game cases to align with the design philosophy of the consoles themselves. For Sony, the PlayStation serves as a massive departure from all previous console designs. Now, following the reveal of the console hardware, the company has unveiled what the …

A few days ago, Pokémon GO officially celebrated it 4th anniversary. Releasing on the 6th of July 2016, Pokémon GO took the world by storm, incentivising millions to go outside, take a walk, and catch Pokémon. Though the game may no longer be part of the cultural zeitgeist, the AR …

With the next generation of consoles right around the corner, the question regarding how publishers plan to address the transition between generations has begun to spring up. Though some have confirmed that their games will be playable across both current and next-gen systems, others are requiring fans to pay extra …

The Dark Pictures Anthology is Supermassive Games’ latest series of titles which will see players take on all sorts of horror genres and locales. So far, only one game has been released – Man of Medan – though finally fans of the narrative-driven choice-based horror series now know when they …

When Nintendo first announced its Nintendo Switch Online service, one of the core selling points was the ability for subscribers to play many of the console manufacturer’s best retro titles. For the longest time however, one of the company’s most-loved titles was missing from the list. Now, finally Nintendo Switch …

Each month, PlayStation adds a number of new titles to its PlayStation Now game subscription service. The console manufacturer has now announced which games are joining the service for the month of July – including Street Fighter V and Watch Dogs 2. PlayStation Now subscribers can get their hands on …

Rocket League most likely represents one of the greatest indie success stories of the current generation. The rocket-powered competitive “Soccar” game which was released in 2015 has come a long way. As the sports title hits its 5th anniversary, the studio, Psyonix, revealed a number of lifetime stats and figures …

With Microsoft recently announcing its first-party next-gen Xbox Games Showcase for the 23rd of July, the attention has now been drawn to what games fans might expect to see at the digital event. Recent rumours suggested that The Initiative, Microsoft’s “AAAA” studio would be making itself known at the event. …

Kingdoms of Amalur was a much-loved but oft-forgotten RPG which was released during the previous console generation. Known for its fun combat and colourful art style, the game amassed a small but dedicated audience. Back in June, it was officially confirmed that a remaster was on the way. Now however, …

Each month, Sony offers its PlayStation Plus subscribers two free PS4 games to purchase and download for free. July 2020 marks the service’s 10th anniversary, and so in celebration, all subscribers are being gifted an extra third game for free. The free games for the month of July include heavy …

Microsoft has finally officially announced the date of its Xbox Games Showcase. The upcoming showcase is set to unveil a number of new first-party next-gen titles for Microsoft’s consoles. While fans can expect games such as Halo Infinite and The Initiative’s project to be shown off, an industry insider has …

Last week, the Shadow Warrior team teased that a third entry in its first-person shooter series was in the works. Now, the studio behind the rebooted series – Flying Wild Hog – has officially announced Shadow Warriors 3. Alongside the announcement was a teaser trailer, and confirmation that the game …

Back in June, we reported that the gaming division of Warner Bros. was reportedly up for sale. At the time, it was claimed that Take-Two, EA, and Activision Blizzard were all interested in the acquisition. Now, according to one publication another major name can be added to the list of …

At this point, it is fair to say that The Last of Us Part II has had an incredibly successful launch. The game not only received universal critical acclaim, but also sold over 4 million copies in 3 days – a record for PlayStation. Now it has been confirmed that …

Last week, Sony officially announced its PlayStation Indies initiative, which will see the console manufacturer promote and highlight indie titles at a much greater and regular interval – putting emphasis on the power of indie games. Following the announcement, a new website has been launched, dedicated exclusively to the initiative. …

30 minutes of Assassin's Creed Valhalla gameplay has leaked online, showcasing what fans can expect from the game later this year...

DIRT 5 was first announced at Microsoft’s Xbox Series X 3rd-party event in May. Following the reveal, it was confirmed that the Xbox Series X would offer a 120fps mode for the racing game – with no word on how PS5 would perform. Now it has been confirmed that not …

Though 2020 has been plagued with a number of unfortunate events – including but not limited to a global pandemic – many industries have seen major downward trends when it comes to sales. The opposite appears to have happened in the video games industry, as it is revealed that in …

2020 has served as a year of great reflection when it comes to hate speech and general intolerance. While companies such as Twitter and Twitch have started making moves to limit such actions on its platform, Facebook has seemingly done no such thing. As such, a large number of companies …