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Since it’s going to be in your head for the rest of the day - and whenever you think about Borderlands 2 - we figured a quick background on “Wimoweh” was in order for the uninitiated. Also known as “The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” the song was first composed in 1939 by the South African Zulu musician Soloman Linda. Its various rhythm-and-blues iterations became the center of several “Wimoweh” revivals - both internationally in the 1950’s and as a chart topping hit in the U....

During its dying years, THQ actually made an effort to put out as many high quality games as possible, ditching the casual-focused projects that largely defined their past. They even started a new hardcore action game series in the vein of God of War or Devil May Cry called Darksiders. One of the last games released by THQ was the well-received Darksiders follow-up Darksiders 2, which many saw as a vast improvement over the original....

The toys-to-life genre of games has really taken the gaming community by storm lately. Between Activision’s Skylanders, the Disney Infinity series, and Nintendo’s Amiibo, playing this genre of games can require spending a lot more time and money than traditional video games. Dedicated collectors who regularly line up hours in advance for the latest toys-to-life figures should brace themselves for the next wave of Disney Infinity figures. A recent retailer leak has revealed that the Disney Infinity 3....

After stumbling a little at launch due to production delays and late delivery of review copies, Dying Light made a quick recovery in reputation after players began discovering unique Easter Eggs that added a unique twist to the game. It also helped that the game worked extremely well at launch, succeeding where many recent games have failed. The positivity didn’t last after mod support for the game was revoked due to copyright claim issues, but Techland smoothed that over quickly, saying that the copyright claims were a mistake....

By now everyone knows the long, sad story of the still-unrealized Halo movie: Peter Jackson made a play for production rights with newcomer Neill Blomkamp directing, but the deal ultimately fell through, with Microsoft’s demand for control over their most profitable IP one of the major sticking points. Since then Jackson moved on, and Blomkamp showed his sci-fi chops with District 9, and is set to make the blockbuster action film Halo fans could only dream of with this year’s Elysium (2013)....

Much time has passed since Stuart Black, creator of the hard-as-nails shooter Black, went to work crafting his next World War II adventure. The game in question has now been announced as Enemy Front, put on display at E3 2012 by developer City Interactive. In a world filled with modern military shooters and WWII titles that place emphasis on historical accuracy, Enemy Front seeks to tell a good old-fashioned war story that puts adventure and fun above all else....

Director of the EverQuest franchise development David Georgeson has made a habit in the past of defending the free-to-play business model used by an increasing number of MMOs, demanding no asking price for players to dive in, and leaving the payments (in the form of extra content or items) up to them. So it’s no surprise that is the exact business model gamers can expect to see in the latest from the franchise, EverQuest Next....

It’s been a long time coming for Final Fantasy XIV. After a failed launch a few years ago, developer Square Enix has significantly overhauled their MMO and plan to re-release it later this month as Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn. However, before the MMO’s proper release, Square Enix has announced a few early opportunities for gamers to get in on the world-saving action. And it starts with an open beta....

Though 38 Studios might not have found a runaway success with Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning there was no signs that the action RPG was a complete failure, until now. According to information gathered from the Governor of Rhode Island it appears that 38 Studios might be in some financial trouble. It took some time for Kingdoms of Amalur to finally release — the game even made its way through several different iterations — but those who gave it a chance found an interesting blend of The Elder Scrolls and Fable....

Moments ago, at Hollywood’s Milk Studios, Microsoft finished and hour-long presentation to unveil what we all knew was coming: their first homemade tablet. But as we learned, it’s so much more than that. It’s a launch platform for Windows 8 and it literally doubles as a PC. In fact, the term “PC” was synonymous with “tablet” throughout the unveiling ceremony and perhaps rightfully so. Say hello (again) to the new and improved Microsoft Surface, the full-sized 10....

Fans of Minecraft rejoice! The newest version of the world creation game has been released by Mojang, adding several new features, including a new file system, mobs and more, ensuring Minecraft players will be entertained while we wait for the officially-licensed LEGO Toys to come out this summer. The first change is a pretty hefty one, as Minecraft will now be operating using a different filesystem to store and access data within the game - meaning the entire experience is now capable of bigger results and less lag....

Naughty Dog’s upcoming survival game, The Last of Us, is easily one of the most anticipated titles of 2013. Following the recent announcement of its official release date, there is more The Last of Us news to share: the game’s box art has been revealed, its pre-order bonuses have been announced and a multiplayer mode has been confirmed. Players who pre-order The Last of Us at any participating retailer will get access to the Sights and Sounds Pack, which includes the game’s official soundtrack (composed by Academy Award winner Gustavo Santaolalla), two PlayStation Network Avatars (Winter Joel and Winter Ellie) and a dynamic PlayStation 3 theme....

The next generation of home consoles may have arrived months ago, but for many, the promise of next-gen gaming is still waiting on a handful of anticipated releases - Titanfall chief among them. Spawned from the mind of Respawn Entertainment, the blend of traditional multiplayer shooter and mech-based combat has kept fans on the edge of their seats since it was first revealed. And finally, release has arrived. Storming onto the PC and Xbox One as of March 11, the multiplayer-only (more or less) game is already under plenty of pressure....

You only get one first impression, and indie studio Supergiant Games made their mark with its initial offering, Bastion - a breathtakingly designed and mechanically sound fusion of old school brawling and modern RPG philosophies. When the team’s follow-up title Transistor was first revealed, it was no surprise to see the studio’s emphasis on stunning art and soundscapes was intact. But make no mistake: from a gameplay and story standpoint, Transistor is a truly unique experience from the first moments to its abstract final act....

One of the coolest things on Steam, Valve’s digital game distribution platform, is Steam Greenlight. It’s a remarkably simple idea. Developers post pictures, videos, and other information about games in development. The Steam community votes on their favorites. The Steam staff contacts developers who get enough attention and, if the game is ever released, it’s guaranteed distribution on the Steam marketplace. Is it a perfect system? Absolutely not. There’s a lot of garbage on Steam Greenlight, and sometimes it’s hard to find the good stuff....

The Elder Scrolls Online has been going strong since its release in 2014 and has remained one of the most popular MMORPGs. This year, Zenimax Online Studios took veteran Elder Scrolls fans back to Skyrim with the Greymoor chapter and the Harrowstorm and Stonethorn DLCs this year that brought some nostalgia vibes. With the Markarth DLC coming out to finish off the year strong for The Elder Scrolls Online, there are still plenty of things to be done and areas in Tamriel and beyond that need exploring....

Littlewood is a peaceful RPG about rebuilding a town, making friends, and growing crops while you relax in a chill world. Though it came out on Steam in 2020, it recently dropped on Switch, which means now tons of new players can get their crafting/farming/fishing/socializing groove on. Littlewood is a very different game from similar titles like Animal Crossing or Stardew Valley, though, so here are some tips and tricks to help you get started....

There are always more games to play, especially nowadays. With more and more games being released every year, it can be hard deciding just which game to tackle next. That choice becomes even harder when looking back at games of the past. With much simpler graphics, often much shorter lengths, and difficulty running on newer hardware, some classic games can feel like more of a chore to play than a pleasure....

As far as their approach to storytelling goes, FromSoftware has always prioritized subtle above all else. Between Dark Souls and Bloodborne, the average Souls game demands the audience’s attention just to understand the main characters’ core motivation – this naturally applies to BluePoint Games’ Demon’s Souls on the PS5, as well. Demon’s Souls has some of the most fascinating characters in the franchise, but they’re almost all shrouded in obscurity. Understanding Demon’s Souls’ cast, who they are and what defines them, requires taking a deep dive into the game’s lore & backstory....

Fans of Capcom’s Resident Evil know that Resident Evil 3 and Resident Evil 4 had become two distinctly different entries in the franchise. After all, RE3 highlighted Resident Evil’s signature fixed-camera format in a sprawling survival-horror game in the middle of a city-wide outbreak. Meanwhile, RE4 took a more action-oriented route in a mysterious village. Lore-wise, the two games highlight significantly-different events. In RE3, players explore and escape Raccoon City hours before its destruction....