While some developers and publishers are holding their next-gen game upgrades behind a number of paywalls, others are taking a much more pro-consumer approach. Gearbox has now announced that it’ll be providing free next-gen upgrades for Borderlands 3, bringing new improvements including 4-player split-screen and 4K 60fps gameplay. Making the …
Read More »Final Fantasy XVI rumoured to be announced at PS5 event
Sony recently announced that it would be hosting its next PlayStation 5 event this upcoming Wednesday. While little is currently known about what the console manufacturer plans to show, one rumour is claiming that the much-anticipated and long-awaited Final Fantasy XVI will be announced at this event. This rumour comes …
Read More »Timed PlayStation exclusive Kena: Bridge of Spirits delayed to 2021
When Sony held its PlayStation 5 reveal event back in June, one of the most visually impressive titles was Kena: Bridge of Spirits. Announced to be a timed PlayStation exclusive, the action-adventure title evoked visuals similar to that of a modern Pixar film. Originally intended to launch in 2020, the …
Read More »Sony will hold another PS5 showcase next week
Despite a few surprise announcements from Microsoft, Sony has stuck to its guns and avoided releasing any PS5-related news this week during the PS VR spotlight event. Next week is a different matter though, as the next PlayStation 5 showcase has been announced and dated. The PlayStation 5 showcase is …
Read More »Microsoft is reportedly taking a loss on both the Series X and S
When Microsoft recently revealed the prices for its upcoming Xbox Series X and S consoles, many expressed their surprise at just how relatively cheap the consoles were, with particular note being given to the lower-cost Series S. According to one insider, the console manufacturer has achieved this by taking a …
Read More »New box art has been revealed for a number of PS5 titles
While physical media is becoming much less prevalent, looking at new video game box art is always a fun exercise – especially for next-gen titles. Amazon has now updated a number of PlayStation 5 game listings with new box art, giving fans another look at these titles, while also possibly …
Read More »Xbox All Access is coming to 12 countries this Holiday
While the upfront cost of a brand new console is often a daunting idea, Microsoft has made the proposition easier through the creation of Xbox All Access, which allows fans to purchase an Xbox console with no upfront costs, instead utilising a system similar to smartphones – paying off the …
Read More »Dolby Vision is coming to Xbox Series S/X games in 2021
While HDR represented a major enhancement in colours and visuals, allowing for much more impressive experiences, the format has been fragmented into competing implementations. Of these, Dolby Vision is commonly regarded as being the best. It is therefore a welcome surprise to see that the next-generation Xbox consoles will not …
Read More »Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will run at native 4K 60fps on Xbox Series X
The Assassin’s Creed games have long been known to be taxing on console hardware. The open-world stealth action titles have historically run at 30fps on consoles, with that number dipping even further on occasion. It appears as though this limitation may finally be removed with the upcoming generation of consoles, …
Read More »Prices for Xbox’s upcoming SSD expansion cards have leaked
One of the main evolutions in technology coming to the upcoming generation of consoles is the implementation of SSDs over mechanical harddrives. While Sony’s SSD will offer a more standardised size (despite being custom made) allowing for relatively easy expansion, Microsoft has announced that its SSDs will arrive in proprietary …
Read More »Xbox Series X pre-orders go live this month, console launches November 10th
After months of waiting and plenty of speculation, Microsoft has officially announced pre-order dates and pricing for both the Xbox Series X and the Xbox Series S – the company's two next-generation consoles. The announcements started to trickle out slowly yesterday morning when Microsoft officially confirmed the Xbox Series S …
Read More »Xbox Series X price seemingly confirmed
Though Microsoft have yet to reveal the launch price of its upcoming Xbox Series X, the console manufacturer did recently reveal not only the much-rumoured Series S, but also its price tag. Thanks to this announcement however, the price of the Series X has also seemingly been confirmed, as sources …
Read More »Nintendo reportedly asking devs to make games ‘4K-ready’ for upgraded Switch
A couple of weeks ago, fresh reports of an ‘upgraded' Nintendo Switch model began circulating once again and it seems that this latest rumour isn't going away any time soon. In a follow up report this week, sources indicate that Nintendo is rapidly ramping up Switch production and has begun …
Read More »Xbox Series S launches on November 10th
This morning, Microsoft officially confirmed the Xbox Series S console following a leak a few hours earlier. This afternoon, the trailer and other details about the console also leaked, so Microsoft is lifting the curtain on everything. The Xbox Series S is officially launching on the 10th of November. Microsoft …
Read More »Super Mario 3D All-Stars is the 2nd best selling game of 2020 on Amazon
When Nintendo announced Super Mario 3D All-Stars, there was little doubt in anyone’s mind that the game was going to sell well. That being said, it is still surprising nonetheless to see that the collection of classic Mario adventures has already become the second best selling game of all of …
Read More »Microsoft unveils next-gen Xbox Series S for £249
After months of rumours, leaks and insider reports, today Microsoft is officially announcing the Xbox Series S - complete with an incredibly aggressive price tag.
Read More »PSVR Spotlight goes live but don’t expect PS5 related news
Earlier today, Sony kicked off the PlayStation VR Spotlight event, which will involve new VR game announcements and updates to existing PSVR titles over the next week. At this point with PS5 on the horizon, any time new game announcements are being made, there is going to be some next-gen …
Read More »The Last of Us Part II has one of PS4’s highest completion rates
The Last of Us Part II is undoubtedly a divisive game. While some consider Naughtly Dog’s latest offering to be one of the best games of the generation, others do not. Still, it appears as though the sequel succeeded in keeping players’ attention, as The Last of Us Part II …
Read More »CDPR confirms Cyberpunk 2077 won’t cost $70 on next-gen
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 »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 »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 »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 »Xbox Series S leaks again via official Xbox controller packaging
There have been a number of rumours pointing towards the existence of a second next-gen console from Microsoft dating back a couple of years now. For a long time, we’ve been running under the assumption that this will be known as the Xbox Series S. At this point, the console …
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 …
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