Why is Bethesda making ‘Rage 2?’ We dove back into ‘Rage’ to find out
Id Software’s Rage saw the famous first-person shooter studio go in a decidedly more serious direction than its past game, and it didn’t always pay off. Rage 2, developed by Id and Avalanche Studios, arrives next spring, and looks to right some of the wrongs seen in the original game.
‘Beyond Good & Evil 2’ is the space pirate opera of our dreams
‘Beyond Good & Evil 2’ is one of the most anticipated games of the last decade, and we finally saw real gameplay at E3. We hope it can live up to its monumental promise.
These are the E3 2018 games that could come to next-generation consoles
The majority of games revealed or shown during E3 2018 are planned to launch on current-generation consoles or PC, but there are a few we suspect could actually launch on future platforms. Here are the eight games we suspect could come to next-generation systems, even if they also appear on Xbox One or PS4.
Nintendo: ‘Metroid Prime 4’ progressing well, not ready to be shown yet
Metroid Prime 4 was announced by Nintendo at E3 2017, but the game was absent from this year's presentation. Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aimé has confirmed that the game is still progressing well, but it's unclear when we'll finally see it in action or learn story details.
The biggest no-shows of E3 2018: From ‘Final Fantasy VII’ to ‘Metroid Prime 4’
All of the major E3 2018 press conferences have come and gone. We saw tons of exciting new games throughout the past few days, but what didn't we see? From Final Fantasy VII Remake to Metroid Prime 4 to that Yoshi game you might've forgotten about, here are the 10 biggest no-shows of E3 2018.
From ‘Tunic’ to ‘Killer Queen Black,’ here are the best indie games from E3 2018
Most people tune into E3 for the latest news on hotly anticipated AAA games, but E3 is also a big stage for independent developers. E3 was packed with exciting indies that should offer something for everyone, but these are the ones we're looking forward to the most for a variety of reasons.
These games were revealed at E3 2018, and you can play them right now
E3 2018 dumped a load of titles on gamers this year, but what exactly can you play right now? We gathered a list of available titles spanning all four platforms including Unraveled Two, the Octo Expansion for Splatoon 2, and new titles served up through PlayStation Plus and Xbox Game Pass.
‘Command & Conquer’ for mobile, Nintendo’s lack of games, and other E3 mistakes
There were plenty of great announcements and trailers during E3 2018, but there were also quite a few mistakes made by a variety of companies. These are the biggest mistakes of E3 2018, including moments from the Xbox, EA, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Nintendo, and Square Enix conferences.
‘Starlink: Battle for Atlas’ hands-on preview
‘Starlink: Battle for Atlas’ is a smart next step for toys-to-life, adding interaction to the toys themselves. In practice, however, it didn’t necessarily enhance the gameplay enough to justify all the additional expense that the genre entails. Cool spaceship toys don’t buy themselves.
Microsoft’s next-generation Xbox will reportedly arrive in 2020
If a new report is accurate, Microsoft is planning to release its next-generation Xbox console in 2020. Even more peculiar is that the company could have more than one system in the works. Its recent Halo Infinite and Gears 5 games are both coming to the current Xbox One as well as PC.
A mix of ‘Horizon Zero Dawn’ and co-op, ‘Generation Zero’ is the robopocalypse
‘Generation Zero’ is an upcoming self-published project from Just Cause developer Avalanche Studios. We took an early look at it in action this week at E3 and found that this co-op, open world, post-apocalyptic 80s nostalgia shooter is more than just the sum of its very trendy parts.
Ubisoft wants your art in ‘Beyond Good & Evil 2,’ and it’s no marketing ploy
Ubisoft has teamed with HitRecord to encourage and pay fans to make content for "Beyond Good and Evil 2." If developers can’t make enough content to sustain the biggest “live” games, could user-created content be the silver bullet for keeping players interested?
From Elder Scrolls to Resident Evil, these were the biggest surprises at E3 2018
Many games were leaked before E3 2018 had even begun, but that didn't stop us from being surprised by some huge announcements from companies like Bethesda, Microsoft, From Software, and Nintendo. From game reveals to new acquisitions, there were the biggest surprises of E3 2018.
How to play ‘Skyrim: Very Special Edition’ on your Alexa device
At E3 2018, most people thought the trailer for 'Skyrim: A Very Special Edition' on Alexa was a joke. Surprisingly, however, you can actually play the game. Here's how to play the barebones titles on an Alexa-enabled device, in case you want to venture into the world of Skyrim hands-free.
The best game trailers of E3 2018
E3 2018 has begun, and publishers have started to release new game trailers, teasers, and gameplay demonstrations to show off many of their big upcoming releases. Here are some of the best game trailers of E3 2018, including an extended look at Anthem from Electronic Arts and BioWare.
‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’ games are a full-featured nostalgia trip for longtime fans
Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee! look to be the perfect games for longtime fans of the series, with areas from Pokémon Yellow now looking as we wished they did years ago. The game even includes gyms, complete with the characters we remember from Yellow and the animated series.
Fortnite for the Switch? Everything we saw at Nintendo’s E3 presentation
Nintendo focused the brunt of its E3 2018 livestream on Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the new entry in the brawler that will feature every fighter from the series' near 20-year history. Nintendo also unveiled the first mainline Fire Emblem entry for Switch and Super Mario Party, among others.
‘Smash Bros Ultimate’ will feature every character from previous games
Today during Nintendo’s livestream we caught a sneak peek of the upcoming Super Smash Bros Ultimate, though it wasn’t as much a ‘peek’ as it was a full reveal. During the stream Nintendo threw back the curtain and gave us a full preview of the 60-plus character roster.
‘Fortnite’ is available right now for free on the Nintendo Switch
During Nintendo's pre-show press conference before the E3 gaming convention, the company revealed that you can now download "Fortnite" for free on the Nintendo Switch. This is likely the Battle Royale mode served up on the other platforms with the main game and campaign serving as paid content.
‘Super Mario Party’ comes to Switch this October to ruin your friendships
Nintendo has announced Super Mario Party for the Switch, and it's coming this October. The game offers new ways to play for those with more than one console, as well as several new mini-games. If you've ever wanted to flip meat in a pan or race tricycles, you'll be very happy.
Watch Nintendo’s E3 2018 livestream right here at Digital Trends
Nintendo's E3 2018 livestream rounds out the press conferences this year on at 9 a.m. PT on June 12. We're streaming the event right here, with live reactions from our Senior Editor Matt Smith. Expect to learn more about Super Smash Bros. for Switch and Pokémon: Let's Go Pikachu!
Here’s everything Sony revealed at its E3 2018 press conference
Sony came to E3 2018 with a focus on four heavy-hitting titles, three of which had yet to debut gameplay. The conference delivered on the promise to dig deep into each of the titles, including The Last of Us: Part II. In the end, though, Sony left PlayStation fans with as many questions as answers.
Mister Negative makes villainous friends in the E3 ‘Spider-Man’ trailer
Sony revealed a new trailer for the upcoming PlayStation 4 exclusive "Spider-Man." The clip mixes pre-generated narrative with gameplay for a seamless, interactive story. In this issue, we find out that Mister Negative is merely a pawn in a larger scheme to defeat Spider-Man once and for all.
New ‘Death Stranding’ trailer shows off gameplay, confuses us even more
The first gameplay for Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding was shown during the PlayStation E3 2018 press conference, and it has us even more confused about the bizarre science-fiction title. Want shadowy figures, babies in fluid sacs, and weird flashing monster-detecting devices? It's all here.
‘Ghost of Tsushima’ looks to be an incredibly gorgeous and stylish game
During Sony's E3 2018 press conference, we got our first look at Ghost of Tsushima gameplay. In the lengthy trailer, we got a good idea of the combat, stealth mechanics, and the gorgeous, sprawling open world. Ghost of Tsushima is being developed by Sucker Punch Productions, the studio behind Infamous.
First ‘The Last of Us: Part II’ gameplay shows just how deadly Ellie has become
Sony and Naughty Dog showed off the first gameplay demonstration for The Last of Us: Part II during the PlayStation E3 2018 press conference, and it was an intense and violent slice of the game. The footage focused exclusively on Ellie, who will be the playable character this time around.
Here’s everything Ubisoft showcased during its E3 2018 presentation
Ubisoft showcased 10 upcoming games during its live press conference leading into the E3 gaming convention. Some of the goodies making an appearance included naval combat gameplay in "Skull & Bones," Fox McCloud in the upcoming Nintendo Switch version of "Starlink: Battle for Atlas," and more.
Check out Sony’s E3 2018 press conference live right here
Sony's E3 press conference starts at 6 p.m. PT on June 11. We're livestreaming the show and providing instant reactions right here. Expect a ton of footage from four of Sony's biggest upcoming exclusives. We'd like you to follow along with us, but you have plenty of streaming options as well.
‘Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey’ boasts two main characters, ship-to-ship combat
At its E3 2018 event, publisher Ubisoft showed off its latest and greatest, including a sneak-peek at the upcoming Assassin's Creed: Odyssey. During the show, Ubisoft not only ran a detailed gameplay preview, but provided some on-stage commentary detailing exactly what players can expect.
‘Starlink: Battle for Atlas’ teams up with Fox McCloud on Switch in October
Starlink: Battle for Atlas, Ubisoft's upcoming toys-to-life space fighter, will feature a very special guest appearance. Fox McCloud, of Star Fox fame, will be playable throughout the whole campaign on Nintendo Switch. Starlink launches on October 16 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
‘The Division 2’ will have multiplayer raids and three free DLC packs
During its E3 2018 press conference, Ubisoft revealed that The Division 2 will have multiplayer raids that support up to eight players. In a change from the original, the first year of DLC -- three content packs -- will be available to all players for free. The Division 2 launches on March 15.
‘Skull & Bones’ will turn friends into enemies in the hunt for treasure
Ubisoft's Skull & Bones is shaping up to be a major expansion of the naval warfare mechanics introduced in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, and the demonstration shown at E3 2018 pitted friends against each other. The game is expected to arrives to consoles and PC in 2019, with a beta being held earlier.
You, yes you, can contribute content to ‘Beyond Good & Evil 2’
To open its E3 2018 press conference, Ubisoft showed off a new trailer and gameplay footage for Beyond Good & Evil 2, which gave us a glimpse of a familiar face. Additionally, Ubisoft announced the Space Monkey program, a partnership that will let fans contribute content that could appear in the game.
You can pre-order the Xbox Adaptive Controller now ahead of its September release
Pre-orders are now live for the Xbox Adaptive Controller and its many accessories, slated to ship in early September. It will open up a whole new world to disabled gamers everywhere. Microsoft opted to keep prices down by only including the bare minimum in the package and then allowing users to expand it à la carte.