We’re drooling over these tiny wireless Nintendo Switch controllers
Third-party game accessory company 8Bitdo unveiled a new line of tiny controllers compatible with the Nintendo Switch. The gamepads are designed to mimic the look of the Game Boy Pocket and support rumble as well as motion controls, though they don't feature analog sticks due to their size.
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.
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.
Netflix viewers control the story with interactive ‘Minecraft: Story Mode’
Netflix and Telltale Games have partnered to bring an interactive version of Minecraft: Story Mode to the movie and television streaming service. Though not a full game, it will let viewers make choices. The standard version of Minecraft: Story Mode is available on consoles, mobile, and PC.
‘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.
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.
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.
‘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.
Watch the Ubisoft E3 2018 press conference right here
Ubisoft will host its E3 2018 press conference on Monday, June 11 at 4 p.m. ET. You can watch the whole thing right here with the Digital Trends crew as we react to the latest news and announcements. We expect to see more gameplay from Assassin's Creed Odyssey as well as a few surprises.
‘Rage 2’ looks to be faster, zanier, and way more exciting than the original
Gameplay shown for Rage 2 during Bethesda's E3 2018 Showcase has us very excited to get our hands on the sequel. It's zanier and more creative than the original, but it's still Rage at heart. The game -- and a goofy severed head collector's edition -- will be available on consoles and PC next spring.
Watch the Xbox E3 2018 press conference right here
Microsoft's E3 2018 Xbox press conference will take place on June 10 at 4 p.m. ET. We'll be livestreaming the entire show right here, reacting along to the announcements as they happen. If you don't want commentary, there are several other official sources of the press conference, as well.
EA shows more ‘Anthem’ and ‘Battlefield V’ at E3 2018, debuts all-access subscription
Electronic Arts skipped the main E3 floor and focused on previously-announced games during its EA Play 2018 press conference, held on June 9. From Anthem gameplay to, Battlefield V footage and even a first look at Unravel 2, here are the biggest games, announcements, and news from EA Play 2018.
Dontnod’s upcoming mystery ‘Twin Mirrors’ should appeal to ‘Life is Strange’ fans
Life is Strange and Vampyr developer Dontnot Entertainment have announced Twin Mirror, a dark mystery set in a West Virginia coal town. Like Dontnod's other games, it contains elements of narrative choice and consequences for actions. The game releases for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC in 2019.
What to expect from Microsoft’s E3 2018 press conference
Microsoft needs a big E3 to gain some momentum this generation, with its Xbox One X in desperate need of games to show off its power. Here is what we expect to see announced during the company's show, including first-party exclusive games as well as third-party titles and even a new piece of hardware.
Ubisoft CEO thinks next generation of consoles will be the last
Ubisoft co-founder and CEO Yves Guillemot believes there will only be one more generation of game consoles. In a new interview, he stressed that game streaming technology could make them obsolete, though it remains to be seen if consumers will buy into that logic or stick by their machines.
The Game Awards will celebrate the best in gaming this December
The Game Awards -- produced by Geoff Keighley -- will return in December to Los Angeles. Expect several game announcements in addition to the awards given for 2018's best releases. Last year's show saw The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild take home the top prize in a very close category.