While many gamers are still struggling to hop onto Grand Theft Auto Online — Rockstar Games’ multiplayer component for GTA 5 — they luckily have a fairly substantial single player component to keep them company. In fact, that single player element just got a little more refined, as Rockstar has issued an automatic update that features a “host of fixes” for issues players may have encountered in the Grand Theft Auto 5 story mode....
Modders are always an important cornerstone of any player base, and this Grand Theft Auto Online event helps prove that. One modder took inspiration from Fortnite in-game events to create an awesome fireworks show for their lobby. Fortnite and GTA Online are both competitive games with a lot of action, but they have some key differences. A lot of the GTA Online player base operates on a shoot-on-sight M.O. that has the tendency to frustrate newer players just trying to complete their “participate in” Daily Objectives....
Announced by Sony Online Entertainment earlier this year, H1Z1 is a first person zombie MMO set to join games like DayZ and Dying Light in the already crowded undead genre. However, unlike its competitors, H1Z1 will be free to play at launch. But being free to play comes with its own risks and challenges, with the H1Z1 team having already addressed concerns about microtransactions. In addition to microtransactions for cosmetic items and loot drops, SOE will also be utilizing Steam Early Access to recoup funds and get early feedback on the game in progress....
When you have a big, multi-title franchise like The Legend of Zelda series, it can be hard to decide which is the absolute best. Many fans will have their favorites, for whatever reasons. And in some cases, no matter what advancements are made in terms of technology or in storytelling, they will always view their game as the greatest of them all. So when one of the creators of the latest Zelda game says that Skyward Sword will be the biggest one yet, it goes without saying that many will stand up and pay attention....
The Netflix series Stranger Things has featured a lot of memorable scenes and imagery. The image of the “black void,” for instance, is one of those memorable images and each scene set in the location is striking to look at. Now, YouTube channel InCamera has posted a video recreating this black void with practical effects. InCamera is a channel that posts practical effects videos, recreating scenes and effects without CGI. In this video, they focus on recreating the black void made famous by Stranger Things without CGI....
For as much as E3 2013 answered a lot of our questions about the next-gen - specifically price point, general release date, and features - there were even more questions left unanswered. One that not too many people picked up on was the question of MMO pricing on consoles, and how that would factor into the PS4 and Xbox One’s subscription-only online services. As we later learned, such issues will be handled on a case-by-case basis, but, as more and more MMOs begin to enter the console space, the hope is that some patterns will emerge....
CD Projekt Red is bound to be ecstatic with the reception that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has received. A lot was promised of the open-world RPG, with fans looking forward to a huge map to explore and dangerous monsters to hunt. As it stands, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has been a triumph for the developer, winning rave reviews across the board for its open world done right. There have, however, been a few hiccups along the way....
With the Xbox Series X due to be released this holiday season, fans are eager to see what the new machine will be capable of. If the trailer showing off the incredible technology behind Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is anything to go by then the next generation will be a very interesting one indeed. However, when the Xbox Series X and the PlayStation 5 do arrive it’s amazing to forget that the Xbox 360 will be two generations ago....
The Google Stadia is a new way to game as it supplies a cloud gaming service that allows you to take your favorite titles on the go. It allows gamers to play on televisions, phones, or even on a computer due to its versatility. All gamers have to do is download a game and connect their controller to a screen before they are ready to play. The new decade is bringing a slew of new games, as well as classics, that are to be released on this gaming platform....
Well, this is boring. You thought this would be more relaxing, being quarantined in your home with nothing but Netflix to comfort you, but, after a few days, it gets a little tedious. You can only rewatch The Office so many times before it gets grating. Even our subtle anxiety attacks in-between aren’t enough to get us through the day. It’s time to dig through your gaming collection. There’s probably a few in there that you’ll haven’t finished, gave up on, or, at least quit in a fit of rage....
Console gamers often miss out on lesser-known indie titles that initially release only on PC, where they allow players to experience the pre-alpha or beta versions of a game. Games like Subauntica, Minecraft, or Slenderman are examples of titles that first found their footing on PC, and then generated enough success to move onto consoles. However, there are still tons of hidden and underrated titles that do not receive enough attention....
There’s a lot of new stuff coming out for Minecraft. Not only did the developers showcase a bunch of cool, upcoming content for the much awaited Caves and Cliffs update that will now officially be the 1.17 version of Minecraft, the Internet was also taken by storm by the mob vote Mojang organized. The purpose of the vote was to determine which of the three mobs would be included in the next update....
On March 6, 2019, Gujarat, a western state in India, imposed a ban on the famous battle royale game PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds together with the hoax Momo Challenge that recently caused mass hysteria worldwide. Now, the ban has recently resulted in the arrest of 10 PUBG players in the country. In a report published by the Indian Express, the police have already begun confiscating mobile devices for investigation and to curb people from playing PUBG....
The PlayStation 5 is set to launch on November 12th in many territories, leaving gamers less than two months to decide which day one titles to play this holiday season. Highly-anticipated offerings like Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla, Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War will be no-brainer purchases for many looking for some titles to get them acclimated to their new hardware. But there’s another big title that you may be looking to steal you away....
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle is due to release on June 5th but thanks to trailers and an extensive deep-dive Livestream, as well as information for those who have had early access, we now know much more about the upcoming expansion. The pack is focused around living a green lifestyle and there are many new features that come with this. For just who can’t wait to dive into the pack there are a few things you may want to know about beforehand....
Who doesn’t love a good board game? Video games have come a long way since Pong and board games aren’t just the same old boring round of Monopoly and Candy Land they used to be. Wingspan was one of the hottest board games of 2019 and with its recent release on Nintendo Switch, many gaming fans have learned just how much fun virtual board games can be. It’s not always easy going out to play board games so sometimes doing so in the virtual space is the way to go....
Nintendo’s 16-bit console is home to some of their timeless classics. Unfortunately, it’s becoming difficult to play these games without having to resort to alternatives. Nintendo has slowly provided new ways to experience their back catalog. It cannot be understated the efforts of the system’s dedicated fans providing new ways to play these classics today. It’s easy to get these games running on your computer, mobile phone, or an Android-capable fridge of your choice....
PC gamers are a spoiled lot. They get all sorts of cool gaming mice, keyboards, headsets and funky RBG components to play with, not to mention some spectacular cases! Gaming enthusiasts know the value of a great case, not only for airflow and cooling, but for the pure “it” factor, as well. There’s a lot of cool cases to choose from in 2020, so much so that we’ve added 5 more to our existing list for a grand total of 15....
It’s that time of year and Assassin’s Creed is upon us once again, with Black Flag readying to unleash piratey goodness for fans of the (mostly) historical series. It was only a year ago that players were getting excited about the arrival of Native American Connor Kenway. Now, the game’s industry is readying itself for the docking of his Grandfather, Edward. While the game is creeping up on fans pretty swiftly, for those outside of the United States it is coming even faster....
Batman: Arkham Knight promises to be a fitting end to RockSteady Studios’ Arkham series. The developer has already created what many see as the definitive video game iteration of the Caped Crusader, with both Arkham Asylum and Arkham City earning acclaim from fans and critics alike. With the entirety of Gotham City to explore, and undeniably next-gen character models, there’s a reason why Batman: Arkham Knight remains one of the most highly anticipated new-gen titles....
