Inside Xbox confirms an all-digital Xbox One S is on the way
Microsoft officially announced the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition during its latest episode of Inside Xbox on April 16. The console comes pre-installed with Sea of Thieves, Forza Horizon 3, and Minecraft. Also announced was Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which bundles the service with Xbox Live Gold.
Sony reveals the PS5, a massive upgrade to PlayStation 4’s hardware
Sony has offered the first details on the hardware for the yet-unnamed PS5 console. The system will not be released in 2019, but it will be backward compatible with PlayStation 4 games, as well as with PlayStation VR. Mark Cerny is once again serving as lead system architect on the project.
The next Assassin’s Creed could star Vikings, and The Division 2 is teasing it
Images found in the recently released Tom Clancy's The Division 2 seem to point to Vikings starring in the next Assassin's Creed game. A report from Kotaku backed up this fan theory. A new Assassin's Creed game is not due to be released in 2019, with Ubisoft planning a new installment next year.
Minecraft update removes the name of its creator, Notch
Minecraft developer Mojang appears to have quietly removed most mentions of original creator Markus "Notch" Persson from the game. Persson has not been involved with development for several years, and has found himself in controversy after he posted several offensive statements on social media.
The mayhem of Borderlands 3 is teased in a Westworld-style trailer
The first Borderlands 3 teaser trailer has been released in preparation for Gearbox Software's livestream presentation at PAX East. The teaser appears to take inspiration from HBO's Westworld, with locations and characters that look like they're made of plastic. Several returning faces can be seen.
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice review
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice ditches some elements of From Software’s Souls formula, but make no mistake: This is the hardest game the studio has ever made, and it will kick your butt until you’re ready to cry. It makes victory that much sweeter, especially if you use the plethora of new tools, skills, and abilities at your disposal.
HTC’s stand-alone Vive Focus Plus will be out in April, and it won’t be cheap
The HTC Vive Focus Plus is set to release on April 15 to commercial businesses and developers. The stand-alone headset features the "six degrees of freedom" system, and includes hazard-tracking protection. It will not be aimed at average customers, but has applications in video game arcades.
Fortnite World Cup kicks off April 13 with $1 million in weekly prizes
The Fortnite World Cup kicks off on April 13 with the start of Online Opens for solo play. $1 million in weekly prizes will be awarded during the Online Open Finals. Get practicing if you want to have a shot of earning some cash and making it to the even more prestigious World Cup Finals.
Here’s everything we know about Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is the latest game from Dark Souls and Bloodborne developer From Software. Here is everything we know about the new game, including its setting and combat changes. Sekiro is due to release on March 22 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, along with a collector's edition.
The Division 2 offers nothing but a funhouse mirror of America
Tom Clancy's The Division 2 improves on the design shortcomings of the original game in several different ways, but its version of Washington D.C. is completely removed from reality. As a result, it's difficult to suspend your disbelief and buy into the idea that these events could ever happen.
Epic Games is offering $100 million to game developers with no catch
Epic Games launched a new grant program called Epic MegaGrants. The program will dish out $100 million in funds to developers working in the 3D graphics community, even if they don't use Unreal Engine. Those making games, movies, programs for enterprise, or tools or add-ons are all encouraged to apply.
Google Stadia GDC presentation: Here’s all the news you missed
Google announced its new game streaming service Stadia during GDC 2019. Here is all the news from the event, including news on YouTube streaming and quickly accessing your favorite new games. Stadia is set to launch in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and most of Europe in 2019.
Blackout to go? Call of Duty: Mobile is coming this summer
Activision and Tencent have partnered to create Call of Duty: Mobile, a free-to-play version of the popular shooter franchise that will be available on iOS and Android devices this summer. It will feature popular competitive multiplayer maps and modes, and appears to feature battle royale as well.
Amazon drops a deal on SteelSeries Arctis 3 gaming headset for Nintendo Switch
Amazon is currently running a deal on the SteelSeries Arctis 3 gaming headset, which is compatible with Nintendo Switch as well as Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC, mobile, and virtual reality. The SteelSeries Arctis 3 features a Discord-certified microphone as well as breathable material so you can game all day without getting warm.
Get over here! All the details on next week’s Mortal Kombat 11 closed beta
Mortal Kombat 11 will hold its closed beta period from March 28 through March 31, giving those who pre-ordered the game the chance to check it out prior to its official launch in April. The closed beta is only available for Xbox One and PS4, but the full game will also be available on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Snapchat could soon let you play games in between your selfies
If a new report is accurate, Snapchat will be getting an integrated gaming platform in April. The platform will feature mobile games form third-party developers, and one publisher is already signed on. Snapchat previously introduced AR games that made use of your device's camera in the app.
No Man’s Sky Online is a radical — and free — multiplayer coming this summer
Hello Games has announced the Beyond update for No Man's Sky, a major content addition that will apparently transform how multiplayer and social interactions work within the survival game. It originally launched in 2016 but has undergone several overhauls that have improved on the original formula.