CD Projekt Red has long been known to be one of the more consumer-friendly developers within the video games industry. The Polish studio recently announced that it would be updating The Witcher III: Wild Hunt with ray-tracing and other improvements (including next-gen versions) completely for free. Now, CDPR has also …
Read More »Critically panned Madden NFL 21 outperforms predecessor
EA’s Madden NFL 21 recently made headlines when it became the lowest rated video game of all time on Metacrtic based on user-score. Despite this, it appears as though the critically panned American Football title was unaffected by these reviews, as Madden NFL 21’s first week sell-through is 20% higher …
Read More »Crystal Dynamics is already hiring for its next (possibly Marvel related) project
Square Enix’ Marvel’s Avengers has only just released today to players across the world, yet it appears as though the game’s developer – Crystal Dynamics – is already preparing for its next project. The developers have posted a number of job listings for “a new original AAA game” which may …
Read More »Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 is one of the highest rated games of the year
The Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater franchise has had a rough time over the past several years. What began as a universally acclaimed franchise when it first released, began to see itself slip downhill, with Pro Skater 5 being the worst-reviewed in the entire franchise. It appears the series has redeemed …
Read More »The original Super Mario All-Stars comes to Switch’s SNES Online
While Nintendo has slowed down the rate at which it adds new titles to its NES and SNES Online services, the console manufacturer recently brought a new game to the service – or more accurately, a collection of games. In celebration of Mario’s 35th anniversary, the original Super Mario All-Stars …
Read More »Into the Breach is free on the Epic Games Store
Each week, the Epic Games Store offers its fans a number of free games simply for using the store front. This week, account holders can get their hands on Into the Breach, the critically acclaimed turn-based strategy game from the creators of FTL. For the uninitiated, Into the Breach is …
Read More »NieR Replicant has been rated in Taiwan
The Taiwanese game ratings board is quickly becoming one of the prime ways that video games are being leaked to the public. Now, NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… has been rated, suggesting that the remake/remaster of the cult PS3 title could be on its way soon. Discovered by Gematsu, the Taiwanese ratings …
Read More »There won’t be any next-gen Xbox news at Tokyo Game Show
Tokyo Game Show recently unveiled its line-up of showcases which are set to go live when the event begins later this month on the 24th of September. With Microsoft headlining the event with a 50-minute showcase, many fans hoped to see more news regarding the impending Xbox Series X (and …
Read More »Epic Games announces “#FreeFortnite” merch
There’s no denying that Epic Games has gotten creative when it comes to the lawsuit regarding itself and Apple, vis-a-vis the removal of Fortnite from the Apple App Store. While Apple has remained much more quiet on the situation, Epic Games has made sure to let it be known that …
Read More »Destiny 2 and Resident Evil come to Xbox Game Pass
On a regular and consistent basis, Microsoft announces and adds new games to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service. The console manufacturer has announced its next batch of titles set to be joining the service, and they include Destiny 2’s Shadowkeep and Forsaken expansions, as well as Resident Evil VII: …
Read More »Final Fantasy XV and Resident Evil join PS Now
Each month, Sony adds a number of new titles to its PlayStation Now game subscription service. For the month of September, Sony has revealed that subscribers can get their hands on the latest mainline Final Fantasy and Resident Evil titles, among other additions. The games joining PlayStation Now for the …
Read More »Microsoft is headlining Tokyo Game Show; full line-up announced
While the Summer Game Fest has only recently ended, there are still many more gaming events left for 2020. One of the biggest is Tokyo Game Show. Beginning on the 24th of September, fans will be given many first-looks at some of the biggest games set to come out of …
Read More »Second Ubisoft Forward games showcase dated
Due to the cancellation of E3, many publishers took to hosting their own digital games showcases. For Ubisoft, that was ‘Ubisoft Forward’. Taking place in July, the publisher showed off a number of titles including Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Far Cry 6. Following its conclusion however, it was announced that …
Read More »Fall Guys tops Steam charts for 4th week in a row
There’s no denying that Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is a success. The Takeshi’s Castle styled Battle Royale game has continued to draw the attention of those who are playing it, and even those who are not. We recently reported that Fall Guys had sold 7 million copies on Steam in …
Read More »Over 6 million players took part in the Marvel’s Avengers beta
Marvel’s Avengers is one of the most high-profile releases for the remainder of 2020. Launching on the 4th of September, the co-op Destiny-like action title used its pre-launch period to host a number of closed and open betas. Now, as we reach the game’s official release, new figures have been …
Read More »The PS5 will use game sounds to generate better haptics
One of the major advances that Sony is pushing with the PlayStation 5 is the new haptics found on its DualSense controller. These haptics are intended to create a more immersive experience, with players being able to feel the grit beneath their wheels while racing, or the rushing of the …
Read More »Halo: Infinite is partnering with Monster Energy
While we don't yet know exactly when Halo: Infinite is launching, it hasn't stopped Microsoft from beginning to market the much-anticipated shooter. One way that the console manufacturer is drumming up excitement is through a partnership with Monster energy, which will allow fans to obtain double XP boosts, as well …
Read More »Nintendo is now Japan’s richest company
While the video games industry is certainly a major player in the global market, bringing in 10s of billions of Dollars each year, the interactive entertainment market has in many ways surpassed traditional industries. Such is the case with Nintendo, which recently became the richest company in all of Japan …
Read More »Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart will release during PS5 launch window
When Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart was announced during Sony’s PlayStation 5 event, the next generation title was not given a release date, nor a release year. While many took to assume that this meant the game was still a ways off, a recent comment from an Insomniac Games representative …
Read More »Xbox Games with Gold for September announced
Each month, Microsoft offers four free games to those who are subscribed to the console manufacturer’s Xbox Live Gold service. For the month of September, subscribers can get their hands on Tom Clancy’s The Division, The Book of Unwritten Tales 2, de Blob 2, and Armed and Dangerous. These games …
Read More »Fall Guys has sold 7 million copies on Steam
Recently we reported that Fall Guys had become the most downloaded PlayStation Plus game of all time. While that is certainly a commendable achievement, what is perhaps even more surprising is the fact that the Takeshi’s Castle styled Battle Royale game has already sold over 7 million copies on Steam …
Read More »HITMAN and Shadowrun are free on the Epic Games Store
Each week, the Epic Games Store gifts its users with a number of free games. Announced last week, Epic Games revealed that HITMAN would be one of the free games on offer. Alongside that however is the Cyberpunk RPG Shadowrun. Both titles will be available to download for free from …
Read More »The PlayStation 5 will support WI-FI 6 and Bluetooth 5.1
While the PlayStation 4 is generally agreed to be a great console, one of the main failings of the system is its WI-FI speeds, with many complaining over the course of the last 7 years about the PS4’s slow download speeds. It appears as though Sony will be rectifying this …
Read More »Fall Guys is the most downloaded PS Plus game ever
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout launched earlier this month on both Steam and PlayStation. For PS Plus subscribers, the game was gifted day-and-date, giving Fall Guys a head start when it comes to the game’s playerbase. This appears to have worked out well, as the game has now officially become the …
Read More »PUBG and Street Fighter V are free on PlayStation Plus
Each month, Sony gifts its PlayStation Plus subscribers with two free PS4 games. For the month of September, subscribers can get their hands on the Battle Royale phenomenon that started it all, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, as well as the latest entry in one of the most high profile video game franchises, …
Read More »343i reaffirms 2021 release and Xbox One support for Halo: Infinite
The recent delay of Halo: Infinite from Holiday 2020 to an indeterminate time in 2021 was certainly unexpected. While citing the global pandemic as being a core reason for the delay, many fans took to believing that the underwhelming gameplay demo reveal also played a part. As such, some began …
Read More »A full, uncut demo of Ratchet & Clank announced for Opening Night Live
Geoff Keighley’s Opening Night Live digital Gamescom event was recently announced to be taking place on the 27th of August, and will include over 20 games; spanning roughly 2 hours long. While not much else was revealed, we now know that a good portion of that time will be dedicated …
Read More »Katy Perry has announced her own video game
Katy Perry is an artist known best for her work in the music industry. It was therefore surprising and unexpected when the pop star announced that she would be releasing her own video game titled “Katy’s Quest” which sees Katy Perry take to the circus in order to help the …
Read More »Oculus Connect rebranded to Facebook Connect; event date announced
Recently, Oculus announced that use of its VR devices would soon require a Facebook account, in a move intended to bring the Oculus brand and its owner – Facebook – closer together. Now, the VR manufacturer’s annual ‘Oculus Connect’ event has been rebranded to Facebook Connect, with the next event …
Read More »A God of War children’s book is launching next month
When you think of God of War, it is very likely that “children’s book” is the furthest thing from your mind. That being said, that is exactly what’s being made. Releasing on the 1st of September, “B is for Boy” is a God of War children’s book which will see …
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