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That cat is out of the bag and it’s official now that Activision is having Beenox, the developers behind Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions and Spider-Man: Edge of Time, work on a movie tie-in game for Sony and Columbia Pictures’ The Amazing Spider-Man. The poster for The Amazing Spider-Man revealed the game yesterday, confirming that it’s based off the movie, and today, the first teaser trailer for the game has leaked… and to everyone’s surprise, it looks bad-ass....

Spider-Fans of the world unite; Marvel’s resident web-head is once again swinging into cinemas. Sporting a whole host of extravagant enemies, beautiful damsels and dutiful students-turned teenaged crime fighters, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is certain to please longtime fans of the brand. It’s also an excellent excuse for a brand new Spider-Man game. Never ones to miss out on a good marketing opportunity, Spidey’s celluloid owners aka Sony have commissioned a cross-platform tie-in title....

After being announced back at E3 in 2009, Team Ico’s The Last Guardian has yet to make an appearance in playable form. Cancellation fears spread after another no-show in 2011, but when we interviewed SCE Canada’s Director of Public Relations and Marketing, Matt Levitan, last year, he assuaged our fears that The Last Guardian had become vaporware. Specifically, he stated that the game was still in development and that “once people get the chance to play it, they’ll be blown away....

When Blizzard first announced that Warlords of Draenor, the latest expansion for World of Warcraft, would not allow players to use their flying mounts in the new zones, the developers said it was an “experiment.” Blizzard’s staff wanted to see if keeping players grounded would add a renewed sense of danger to the world, while also preserving the integrity of Draenor’s quests. Understandably, some players were upset, and Blizzard promised that it would reevaluate the issue later in the expansion’s lifetime....

One of the most popular battle royale games to be released is PlayerUnknown’s Battleground, which is more famously known as PUBG. It was a blast between the gameplay and chatter between opponents, but it does grow stale after a while. There is no denying this game’s age, which is why it might be time to try something new. They may not reward you with a Winner Winner Chicken Dinner, but they will provide you with hours of battle royale enjoyment....

Update on February 11, 2021, by Chris Birsner: Among Us is among the most popular multiplayer games out there because of its simple gameplay, adorable aesthetic, and all-around chaotic nature. Since its rise during the summer of 2020, the game continues to be enjoyed by many either through playing it or watching streamers go after each other while playing online. The deception game is rather straight forward. The crewmates must complete all their tasks in order to win....

Shooter games can offer some of the most thrilling, action-packed experiences in gaming. At any moment, you could be dead in a virtual war zone. While most shooter games are known to be played on consoles or PCs, the world of mobile gaming has made considerable strides in the past few years, allowing die-hard fans of shooting games to play on the go. For those of you who can’t get enough of the action at home, here’s our list of the 10 best shooter games for mobile devices....

It’s 2019 and there are more AAA games to play than we have time for. As well as the massive list of games, the number of genres that has broken into the open world system of video games means there’s always an open world game for someone. Whether you fancy an epic fantasy adventure, want to live out your cowboy fantasies or take on mechanical dinosaurs, there’s an open world game for you....

When it comes to video games, there are always high and low points. Some titles skyrocket to mainstream popularity, while other games may be disappointing to fans. However, if there is one thing most anyone can agree on, it’s that a great villain is a character people love to hate. With protagonists often serving as blank slates for the player, major antagonists can receive the most depth when handled correctly. It’s not unusual to see a player’s desire to stop or learn more about a villain drive them through a game....

It would be impossible to talk about some of the PS4’s greatest hits without mentioning the masterpiece that is Bloodborne. After his masterful work on Dark Souls, Miyazaki decided to shift his focus into creating a game that was inspired by gothic and Lovecraftian themes. In doing so, he created an absolute masterpiece that is considered by many to be From Software’s magnum opus. The myth of Bloodborne is interesting enough as is… and yet, that’s not even the main focus of the game!...

Pokémon has had many different mainline games in the series over the years, and players were ecstatic when Nintendo decided to port many Generation 1 and Generation 2 games to the 3DS. Players have gotten the chance to experience many different regions in the Pokémon world throughout lots of different entries in the franchise. Most players use their Switch as their primary Nintendo console in 2020, which is why it would make sense for Nintendo to port some of the older Pokémongames over to the Nintendo Switch so that players that don’t own a 3DS can enjoy all of these famous titles....

The PlayStation 4 is quite the little console. It’s singlehandedly taken this generation by storm. While the Switch has managed to only rise in popularity, the PS4’s head start will likely keep it in the lead for the rest of time. If nothing else, Sony demolished Microsoft so soundly that the Xbox brand no longer carries the same weight it once did. This is less due to Sony themselves and more the PS4’s stellar library....

The recent preview of a cinematic trailer for Baldur’s Gate 3 at PAX East has many gamers pondering what will be included in the game that either wasn’t shown or hasn’t been added yet. What was shown looked absolutely phenomenal, but the original two games are considered by many to be the best RPGs ever made. Needless to say, Larian Studios have some very big shoes to fill. Because this game carries the Dungeons & Dragons name and is continuing such a beloved franchise, gamers will not be as forgiving as they would for other RPGs if Baldur’s Gate 3 does not live up to expectations....

Although most entries in the series are short, Resident Evil games often do a good job at tucking away easter eggs, secrets, and even hidden mechanics into its DNA. Not everything is explained, but that just lends actually learning to play through a new Resident Evil game its charm. The latest entry in Capcom’s horror franchise, there’s more to do in the Resident Evil 3 remake than players realize. Raccoon City may not have been brought to life how fans of the original imagined, but the level design is strong, the core combat is tighter than ever, and Resident Evil 3 (2020) is filled with unlockables....

Sometimes, the only thing wrong with a game is that there just isn’t enough of it. Popular titles that left gamers hungry for more levels and more complex challenges led to the proliferation of ROM hacks, where industrious individuals modify game elements like graphics, level design, and music to create something entirely new. These fan-made games are generally available for free online, giving those who’ve mastered the classics a chance to try a wealth of creative sequels....

Nintendo characters might be some of the most intriguing video game icons to date. They ranged from small, big, normal-looking, and out of this world. Some Nintendo characters can fool us to how they look from their appearance, but their strength is incredibly remarkable. Can you imagine a small character being able to carry a giant boulder? Neither can we, but it would not be a surprise if some Nintendo characters are capable of having such power....

When making a game like Anarchy Reigns, one that focuses on purely chaotic multiplayer fighting mayhem, a developer would typically put most of their efforts into developing the gameplay, as that would be the key selling point. But it wouldn’t make a lot of sense to just drop all the characters into an arena and have them go at it. There has to be some reason behind the characters’ actions, even if it’s one you shouldn’t think about too much....

While a strong story and well-realized characters may be at the heart of the success the Assassin’s Creed currently enjoys, enough can’t be said about the importance of the weaponry. With Assassin’s Creed 3 the development team at Ubisoft is continuing the trend of outfitting their titular assassins with an ever-growing selection of deadly and precise tools. The newest trailer for Assassin’s Creed 3 provides a closer look at the new hero Connor, and his blend of weapons both old and new....

It may not have been unlikely that a Battlefield 4 would be in the works, considering how strongly EA is trying to take a fight to Activision. The publisher is apparently counting on both DICE’s shooter and the next dose of Medal of Honor to draw in a crowd, if a now-removed advertisement is to be believed. According to a brief post on EA’s Origin client, those who pre-order a copy of Medal of Honor: Warfighter will receive access to the Battlefield 4 Beta....

While many gamers like to point at Valve and poke fun at their “release it when it’s ready” mentality, many forget that the indie world has its own perpetrator of this mentality. The Behemoth is, just as their name implies, a behemoth in the indie scene with superb releases like Castle Crashers, but it’s hard to deny that the wait between titles can border on excruciating. It is then with bittersweet joy that the developer has announced work on its next project....