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Now that most gamers have honed their hacking skills and saved Chicago from corrupt use of the ctOS, news (and interest) in Watch Dogs has cooled off. One of the most talked about titles at E3 2012 (and 2013), the game released to mostly positive reviews (read our Watch Dogs review) that praised Ubisoft for adding new layers to modern sandbox gameplay but also criticized the title for relying too heavily on its third-person shooter roots....

From the developer that brought players the popular tactical tank MMO game World of Tanks, Wargaming.net now looking to dominate the friendly (or not to friendly) skies with World of Warplanes. Set in the “golden age” of warplanes, World of Warplanes starts very simply with single-engine biplanes and currently ends with Korean War-age fighters that paved the way for today’s modern attack aircraft. Playing in the closed beta, only the standard gameplay features and options were available, such as the graphics (which are automatically set based on computer performance), audio, and controls....

The collapse of THQ saw many prestigious properties sold off to other developers; effectively leaving many fans scared for the future of their beloved franchises. The acquisition of the WWE license by 2K Games, however, was an exciting one because it signalled that serious change may be on the horizon for the annual video game franchise. Fans of the WWE have been long awaiting a glimpse at the previously announced WWE 2K14, and 2K has obliged those desires — releasing the game’s debut trailer....

Battle royale is a relatively new genre and developers are constantly exploring new ideas within the space. Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is the most recent, original contribution to the large-scale multiplayer battles. Instead of a shooter, players compete in various game modes, with each round eliminating more players until one victor emerges. The reception has largely been positive, but some issues and inconveniences are preventing the product from really shining. The developer is hard at work fixing the title, and hopefully they address these ten issues as soon as possible....

During the 80s and 90s, commercials for video games were very creative, even if the overall plot of said commercial might have nothing to do with the game. Nintendo games have a specific charm that sets them apart from other games like Final Fantasy and Sonic the Hedgehog. Nowadays, most commercials for video games just show off trailers featuring gameplay, but they add charm if a live-action segment shows a person learning or playing the game....

Let’s be honest, many of the Pokémon from Gen I (Red, Blue, and Yellow) are not the best of combatants when compared to Pokémon from later generations. Game Freak has tried to help these originals keep up by giving many Gen I Pokémon access to stronger attack moves in later games. Sadly, even with these better attacks a lot of Gen I Pokémon just can’t compete against the newer ones; however, there are still a handful of those original Pokémon that are still worth training in Gen VIII (Sword and Shield)....

The Nintendo Switch is a console practically built for the retro gaming community. From the NES-inspired joycon to Nintendo Online’s growing collection of NES and SNES titles, there are more than a few reasons for fans of gaming’s past to pick up this ingenious device. Although the system is home to many vintage titles, there are plenty of ways to scratch that retro itch. The Nintendo eShop is home to some of the most incredible modern games with a retro flair....

For many players, a Flying type Pokemon was the first class they likely saw in the game, creating a lasting impression that likely stuck. Anything that’s been around for 8 generations is guaranteed to make some mistakes along the way, ones that leave fans wondering what’s going on in the skies of Kanto and beyond. Even though mistakes are never intended, they often add some flavor to the series and make the series what it is today....

Most of the greatest open-world games in the genre’s history, like Grand Theft Auto V, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Red Dead Redemption 2, are connected by the fact that they’re all driven by one or more narratives. For many people, the stories are the best part of open-world adventures, as it keeps them emotionally invested and encourages them to progress in the game. However, not everyone is a fan of heavy-handed storytelling in their open-world games, as they’d rather spend their time simply exploring the world, completing its objectives, and perhaps even formulating their own narrative....

The further and further the calendar heads into autumn, the more eager Pokémon fans get for the release of the Crown Tundra DLC for Pokémon Sword and Shield. With the expansion’s focus on exploration, players can expect to find a vast area chock-full of new discoveries. Though many are understandably excited for the new Pokémon set to make an appearance, others are happy to see familiar favorites make their return. Of course, with new Pokémon comes a new competitive scene....

Black Desert Mobile has been a runaway success. It’s one of the most popular mobile MMORPGs on the market and has already made over $1.5 billion in revenue. A few weeks ago, Black Desert Mobile surpassed 100 days of service and TheGamer had a chance to connect with its Lead Producer, Yongmin Jo. His words show that Black Desert Mobile not only has a talented development team at the helm, but one that is intensely passionate about the Black Desert universe....

After having witnessed his parents’ lives stolen by a sleazy criminal who would have killed anyone for a petty pittance, Bruce Wayne has sought to control the chaotic darkness of Gotham City by co-opting the very fear that consumes it. By donning the cowl of the Batman, it’s safe to say that the billionaire playboy cum masked vigilante has seen his fair share of grimness. In fact, many would argue that Batman willfully courts doom in an effort to fully understand the concept, so as to battle it by embodying it, as we have seen multiple times in glimpses of Rocksteady Studios’ upcoming finale to its Dark Knight trilogy, Batman: Arkham Knight....

The popularity of shooters has grown substantially throughout this console generation. Some gamers may argue that the genre is becoming stale – a sentiment Battlefield 3 developer DICE chalks up to a lack of innovation. Karl Magnus Troedsson, DICE’s general manager, believes that few developers take the need for evolution seriously. Troedsson believes that FPS gamers expect to see a worthwhile step forward from new games, and that a lack of innovation will cause those same games to be left behind....

When it was released back in February 2010, Heavy Rain was heralded by some as one of the most exciting things in gaming. The game starred a man named Ethan Mars who was having difficulty coming to terms with the death of his son, Jason, meanwhile, his other son Shaun has been kidnapped by someone called the Origami Killer. Playing as Ethan, FBI agent Norman Jayden, photojournalist Madison Paige, and private investigator Scott Shelby, it’s up to the player to discover who the Origami Killer is and to save Shaun before it’s too late....

Cinematic trailers are a mixed blessing. On the positive side, pre-rendered CGI footage allows for some beautiful, dramatic, high-definition teasers that are a perfect recipe for hype - from the eventful jogging session of the Dead Island 2 announcement trailer to the ominous tone of the Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End reveal. One major problem with cinematic trailers, however, is that they often show no actual footage from the game that they are advertising....

Despite developers and publishers across the board pledging continued support for last-generation consoles, there are still some clear downsides to arriving slightly later to the next-gen party. While issues such as exclusive next-gen-only games are apparent (or even prolonged last-gen releases in Titanfall’s case) other cases where being a PS3 and/or Xbox 360 only player puts you at a disadvantage haven’t been in the limelight - in fact, it’s been quite the opposite when it comes to some basic console features (media support and external storage, anyone?...

The coming months are filled with more than a few heavyweights, but few are as intriguing as Dragon Age Inquisition. It would be a stretch to say that any BioWare property is a long shot at this point, but there’s no underestimating the unique pressure being faced by the successor to not just Dragon Age II, but Dragon Age: Origins as well. Most studios would be happy challenging themselves to tackle either a brand new game engine on a new platform, a greater emphasis on rounding out supporting characters, a stronger commitment to character creation, the addition of a multiplayer component, and a sweeping world-altering story some felt lacking from the last in the series....

Ubisoft likes to take their time with games, the ones that don’t have “Assassin’s Creed” in their names anyway. In a day and age when publishers are slammed by the media for releasing unfinished titles to meet release dates (see: Battlefield 4) and when unfinished games sometimes sell more than completed ones (see: DayZ), we can all applaud developers and supportive publishers for giving the games the time they need in development to release in a state worthy of the time (and money) of players....

After issuing an update for the PS3 and Xbox 360 over the weekend, it appears the worst of gamers’ Grand Theft Auto Online problems are behind them. That doesn’t, however, mean that it’s all peaches and cream from here on out. On the contrary, gamers are still experiencing problems with Rockstar Games’ new online experience, only now they are from inside the game. Luckily, Rockstar is still working on improving the GTA Online experience, and working on yet another update for the consoles....

It’s a good day for JRPG fans, as NIS America has finally announced the release date for Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory! The third installment in the PS3 series will launch early next year for Sony’s console. North American gamers can expect Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory to become available on March 12th, 2013, whereas European players can look forward to the game three days later on the 15th. Pre-orders for the game have already gone up on NIS America’s store page, including that of the game’s limited edition....