Spring Nintendo Switch sale launches, includes Diablo III at half price
Dozens of Switch titles are now on sale to celebrate spring. While none of Nintendo's first-party titles are currently discounted, there are still great deals.
The Last of Us Part II delayed indefinitely over coronavirus
Sony announced today that two of its high-profile May releases won't be happening as planned as both Marvel's Iron Man VR and The Last of Us Part II are delayed
Animal Crossing’s Zipper T. Bunny is a mystery fans have yet to solve
Animal Crossing: New Horizon's Bunny Day guest Zipper T. Bunny may not be who he appears. But if that's true, who is inside the bunny suit?
Ubisoft’s free games offer should make staying home a little easier
With three in four Americans currently under some form of lockdown order, Ubisoft is offering free video games throughout April to help while away the hours.
Official Xbox Magazine shuts down after 18 years of operation
The Official Xbox Magazine is shutting down after 18 years of service. This closure is but one part of publisher Future’s major changes to its business.
8K is a distraction that’s not worth gamers’ time
8K TVs are here, and the makers of the upcoming Xbox Series X and PS5 consoles have mentioned 8K. But, you've got no reason to get excited about 8K gaming.
Nintendo Switch price gouging is rampant on Amazon
People wanting to buy a Nintendo Switch will have to pay an average of 52% higher than the normal retail price: Amazon is one of the few places left to buy one.
Coronavirus puts Final Fantasy VII Remake arrival out of Square Enix’s control
Square Enix will still release the physical copies of the Final Fantasy VII Remake on April 10, but warned that the game's arrival to players may be delayed.
Square Enix reveals Nier Replicant upgrade, but not a remake or remaster
Square Enix revealed that an upgrade to 2010's Nier Replicant, which will be released for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, is currently in development.
Nvidia GeForce Now starts weekly schedule for new games by adding Control
Nvidia is moving to a weekly release schedule for new games supported by GeForce Now, with the first batch of additions including the award-winning Control.
The World Health Organization wants you to stay at home and play video games
The World Health Organization has teamed up with the gaming industry to launch a campaign which encourages people playing video games online.
Valve programmer reveals why there’s no crowbar in Half-Life: Alyx
The crowbar, the iconic melee weapon of Half-Life protagonist Gordon Freeman, was supposed to be in Half-Life: Alyx, but it was removed for certain reasons.
Sony limits PlayStation download speeds, but online play seemingly unaffected
Sony is slowing down PlayStation download speeds in the United States, following the same measure in Europe, to help maintain access for all internet users.
Sony says PlayStation 5 launch not delayed by coronavirus — at least, not yet
Sony claims that the PlayStation 5 will still launch in the 2020 holiday season, but it flagged possible delays to games being developed by first-party studios.
Minecraft Dungeons gameplay shows off boss battles and new areas
Minecraft Dungeons is set to launch next month, but players won't have have to wait to see the dungeon crawler in action as 45 minutes of gameplay is out.
Red Dead Redemption 2 PC sale makes the ultimate edition only $60
The PC version of Red Dead Redemption 2 receives a major price cut from Rockstar as it is up to 40% off on the Humble Store for the rest of the month.
Nintendo Direct Mini reveals Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition date, more
Out of nowhere Nintendo released a Nintendo Direct Mini packed full of surprises and revealed that Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition will release in May.
Doom Eternal breaks series record for launch weekend sales
Doom Eternal is now the highest-selling game in the series fin terms of opening weekend sales. it also reached a whopping 100,000 concurrent players on Steam.
Sports network airs NHL 20 simulation to replace real games
The Washington Capitals are airing NHL 20 simulated hockey games to replace canceled real ones.
Careful with that Switch. Nintendo closes all North American repair centers
Warranties are extended to account for the closures, but anything already received at a repair center will remain there
Minecraft adds free educational content in response to COVID-19
While many schools are currently shut down, Minecraft is looking to help parents enhance their children's learning in a fun way through free educational worlds.
Valve knows that a non-VR Half-Life: Alyx mod will be made by game’s fans
While Half-Life: Alyx won't officially be playable outside of a virtual reality headset, Valve is aware that its dedicated fan base will mod the new release.
Konami responds to Silent Hill revival rumors: ‘They are not true’
Silent Hill developer and publisher Konami has denied reports of two upcoming games, including a Telltale-like Silent Hills revival with Kojima Productions.
GameStop shows it’s not so essential after all, moves to digital-only orders
After receiving backlash over telling its employees to ignore statewide orders to close down nonessential businesses, GameStop moves to digital-only ordering.
Arms North American Online Open gives players a chance to stay fit inside
Nintendo is holding a new tournament for the Switch-exclusive Arms, and it offers eShop currency as the prize -- eight winners will receive 2,500 Gold Points.
Animal Crossing is the game we need right now — and the one people are buying
Animal Crossing: New Horizons' launch sales in the U.K. are higher than all previous entries in the series combined. Figures don't include digital downloads.
Fortnite streamer Ninja makes $150,000 donation to help with COVID-19 relief
Popular Fortnite: Battle Royale streamer Tyler Blevins, who is better known as Ninja, is doing his part to help with coronavirus relief by donating $150,000.
Our Spidey senses are tingling: Spider-Man might get a sequel on PS5 next year
A throwaway Reddit account claims Insomniac Games will launch its sequel to Marvel's Spider-Man in late 2021 for the PlayStation 5. The rumor is shaky at best.
League of Legends auto-battler Teamfight Tactics goes mobile on Android, iOS
Riot Games' auto-battler, Teamfight Tactics, is now available on Android and iOS, with players able to carry over their progress on the PC version to mobile.
Valve’s reboot for digital card game Artifact is known internally as Artifact 2
Valve CEO Gabe Newell said in an interview with Edge magazine that the studio is still working on a reboot of Artifact, which is internally known as Artifact 2.
Razer converting facilities to produce, donate surgical masks to health workers
Razer converted some of its manufacturing capacity to make surgical masks, which it will donate to front-liners in the healthcare industry battling COVID-19.
Blizzard’s new Overwatch hero, Echo, shows off skill-stealing ultimate ability
Echo, who was revealed as the 32nd hero for Overwatch and likely the last until Overwatch 2, features an ultimate skill that allows her to copy enemy heroes.
Leaked images show inevitable arrival of duos, squads to Call of Duty: Warzone
Leaked images of the Call of Duty: Warzone menu reveal that duos and squads modes may be coming soon to the free-to-play, standalone battle royale shooter.
PlayStation 5 backward-compatibility aims to include most PlayStation 4 games
Sony clarified that the PlayStation 5's backward compatibility feature will eventually be able to play the "overwhelming majority" of PlayStation 4 games.