Titanfall 2, one of the best shooters ever, will be free on PlayStation Plus
Sony will be making Titanfall 2 free to all PlayStation Plus subscribers in December. The first-person shooter from Respawn Entertainment is one of the best games in the entire genre, with a thrilling single-player campaign and the buttery-smooth and unique competitive multiplayer fans loved from the first game.
PS5 could let you easily play user-created content through screenshots
The PlayStation 5 could include a feature that lets you play user-generated content using data in screenshots or video clips. A patent application was published this month in the United States. It would potentially make finding content in games like Dreams significantly easier than before.
Beat Saber studio joins Facebook, but will not give in to the dark side
Beat Games, the studio behind Beat Saber, has joined the Facebook-owned Oculus Studios. The studio's game is one of the most popular games available on VR platforms, including Oculus Rift and Quest. Facebook said it is going to continue making major VR-related announcements over the next year.
Steam Autumn Sale makes sure PC players aren’t left out of the Black Friday fun
The Steam Autumn Sale has officially kicked off, giving PC players the chance to buy popular games like Gears 5 and Rage 2 at huge discounts. New games and older titles are available through the sale, and it's one of the best opportunities to save on digital game purchases of the entire year.
Sega Genesis Mini gets a huge price cut just in time for the holidays
The Sega Genesis Mini has seen its price cut down to $50. Originally selling for $80, the system includes 40 Sega Genesis games and two additional titles, plus two wired controllers. It's one of the best plug-and-play systems released to date, with terrific emulation and attention to detail.
Electronic Arts sees cloud gaming as entry point for 1 billion players
Electronic Arts believes that cloud gaming could introduce video games to an additional 1 billion players, making almost half of the world's population gamers. More than 2.6 billion currently play games, which require access to a device such as a console, phone, or PC to run them locally.
Sticking to 2D: Don’t expect Xbox Scarlett to support VR
Microsoft's Phil Spencer has revealed that he has no plans to support virtual reality on the upcoming Xbox system Project Scarlett. The PS4 and PS5 both support PlayStation VR headsets, and the Oculus Quest allows players to experience VR without needing an external PC, phone, or console at all.
Don’t expect Microsoft’s Project xCloud to get exclusive games
Microsoft's Project xCloud will let you play Xbox games on devices such as mobile phones and tablets, but don't expect the service to offer exclusive games like Google does with Stadia. Microsoft is currently working on developing the service as a different form factor for Xbox players, rather than a competing service.
CD Projekt Red won’t rule out microtransactions in Cyberpunk 2077 spinoff
CD Projekt Red has said that it has not ruled out microtransactions or some other form of monetization in its upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer spinoff. The game will not be part of Cyberpunk 2077 itself, which will only be single-player and will launch next April on consoles, PC, and Google Stadia.
Players upset about Stadia’s 4K issues get response, but no apology, from Google
Google has issued a statement addressing players upset that certain Stadia games are not hitting true 4K resolution, largely putting the blame on the developers behind individual titles. Games like Destiny 2 and Red Dead Redemption 2 are being upscaled to higher resolutions rather than running at native 4K.
Is GameStop doomed? The experts don’t think so
Video game retail giant GameStop has been closing stores amid struggling sales, but its recent troubles don’t mean that the company is destined to fail. We talked with expert analysts to learn how GameStop can survive, even as more players move to downloading games or streaming them via the cloud.
GameStop offers huge savings on Call of Duty and The Division 2 for Black Friday
GameStop has released its Black Friday 2019 ad, and it will be offering huge savings on new video games including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Gears 5, Borderlands 3, and Ghost Recon Breakpoint. There will also be deals available for new game consoles, including Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite.
Another one! Amazon could announce game-streaming service in 2020
Amazon could be preparing to announce its own game-streaming service in 2020. The company founded a game development division several years ago but has canceled multiple projects since then and seen several high-profile developers leave the company and return to veteran game studios instead.
Pokémon Sword and Shield blow past franchise launch record
Pokémon Sword and Shield managed to have the highest-grossing launch in the series' history, with 2 million copies sold in the United States alone and 6 million worldwide. The games are only available on Nintendo Switch, which recently saw its own sales increase after the launch of the Switch Lite.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order review
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is hardly the most unique take we've seen in a video game adaptation of the franchise. Despite this, its blending of several games and Star Wars tropes works, resulting in a game that excels in both combat and in quieter story-focused and exploration-heavy moments.
Anthem is getting huge changes to save the game from irrelevancy
Anthem developer BioWare is reportedly making huge changes to the game, including its mission structure and even the world itself, in order to save the project after it released earlier this year to poor reviews. The game followed Mass Effect: Andromeda, which also was met with a disappointing reception in 2017.
Xbox brings brand-new franchises from Rare and Obsidian to X019
During its X019 celebration, Microsoft hosted a special episode of its Inside Xbox show and announced new franchises from studios Rare, Obsidian, and Dontnod Entertainment. Project xCloud was also featured, and a whole bunch of the biggest games will soon be available for Xbox Game Pass.
Rockstar is already banning players for modding Red Dead Online on PC
Red Dead Online players who had been playing modded versions of the game are already being suspended or outright banned by Rockstar, with their progress being reverted back to the start. Rockstar does not appear to be handing out similar bans to those who mod the single-player portion of Red Dead Redemption 2.
Cinemark Theaters brings The Game Awards to the big screen with Jumanji
Cinemark Theaters is partnering with Sony and The Game Awards for a special event on December 12. The film Jumanji: The Next Level will be screened before a live broadcast of The Game Awards. The awards will still also be shown on streaming platforms like YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and Twitter.
Rockstar acknowledges big problems in Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC
Rockstar Games has issued an apology for the PC version of Red Dead Redemption 2, acknowledging issues with crashing and stuttering that have plagued some players since it launched last week. Steps are being made to correct the issues and players will receive a gift package with items for the online component.
How to watch the X019 Xbox presentation, and what to expect
Microsoft is planning a special episode of its Inside Xbox show to be streamed during the X019 celebration in London. Here is how you can tune in to watch the show, and what we expect to see. Confirmed studios and topics include Rare, Obsidian, Ninja Theory, Respawn, Devolver Digital, and Project xCloud.
Google Stadia vs. Nintendo Switch: How do the gaming platforms compare?
Google Stadia releases on November 19, but is the game streaming service a worthwhile alternative to the Nintendo Switch, or should you stick with Nintendo's hybrid console? We compared the two to help you decide, breaking down things like performance, game library, unique features, and cost.
Sonic the Hedgehog finally looks like himself in redesign for new movie
Sonic the Hedgehog has been given a brand new design in the latest trailer for his upcoming movie. The character design in the first trailer received backlash from fans when it was first revealed, leading to Paramount delaying the film in order to completely alter his appearance to better resemble the games.
Don’t wait for the Nintendo Switch’s price to drop, because it likely won’t
Nintendo has revealed that it has no intention of cutting the Nintendo Switch's price in the near future. It has remained at $300 since its launch in 2017, though the handheld-only Switch Lite is $200. There also doesn't appear to be any significant sales being offered on the consoles for Black Friday.
Pretend it’s 1985 again with this 8BitDo NES-style mouse
8BitDo created a new wireless mouse inspired by the design of the original Nintendo Entertainment System's controller. It features a directional pad on the side and buttons that mimic the controller, with colors and sizes that make them nearly indistinguishable from the original buttons.
The Google Stadia launch lineup is looking a little barren
Google has revealed the games available for those who purchase Google Stadia access on November 19. Though some big games are included, it is much smaller than players were likely expecting. A handful of additional games will be made available by the end of the year, including Ghost Recon Breakpoint.