Fortnite players spot a rare golden fish that kills enemies in a single hit
After days of speculating, fan theories and rumors, players have confirmed that a mysterious golden fish can be found in Fortnite. Several lucky players have managed to capture the rare creature and it has been learned that anyone who comes into contact with the item will be killed instantly.
Google Stadia pre-orders don’t guarantee you’ll get to play on release day
Google Stadia early adopters who pre-ordered the game's Founder's Edition or Premiere Edition could be waiting up to two extra weeks beyond the November 19 launch date before they can play. The Founder's Edition also includes a Buddy Pass for a friend to play, and is completely sold out already.
You can join a Twitch Plays livesteam of The Outer Worlds ahead of its release
Obsidian Entertainment is hosting the first pre-release Twitch Plays event for The Outer Worlds, letting viewers control what happens in its upcoming science-fiction role-playing game. The game was co-directed by Fallout creator Tim Cain, and bears some resemblance to Fallout: New Vegas.
Cubs superstar Javier Báez nabs a spot on the MLB The Show 20 cover
Slick-fielding Cubs infielder Javier Báez will be on the cover of MLB The Show 20 when it releases next year. The dual-threat player has made a name for himself as one of the best in the league, despite the Chicago Cubs falling short of expectations during the 2019 season.
Legends of Runeterra to challenge Hearthstone by removing random booster packs
Riot Games is entering the collectible card game space with Legends of Runeterra, which features characters and lore from League of Legends. According to balancing lead Steve Rubin, the CCG will stand out because it eliminates random booster packs, which are the loot boxes of the genre.
Dentist purchases collection of nearly 40 NES games for just over $1 million
Eric Naierman, a dentist and one of the world's prime video game collectors, bought a treasure chest of "holy grail" NES games for just over $1 million. The collection includes the arcade edition of Mario Bros., the two known copies of Golf, and the only known copies of Balloon Fight and Gumshoe.
Overwatch 2, Diablo 4 announcements rumored for BlizzCon 2019
Blizzard is reportedly preparing to unveil Overwatch 2 and Diablo 4 at BlizzCon 2019, which will run from November 1 to 2. The source of the rumors is streamer Metro, who accurately leaked information for BlizzCon 2018, but it remains to be seen if the announcements will actually happen.
League of Legends: Wild Rift to bring the popular MOBA to mobile, consoles
League of Legends: Wild Rift will bring the popular MOBA to mobile and consoles, rebuilt with a new control scheme and refreshed animations. The game, which will still be free-to-play, is expected to fully launch for iOS and Android by the end of 2020 and on consoles sometime afterward.
Riot Games working on next title: Project A is nothing like League of Legends
Riot Games, the developer behind the massively popular MOBA League of Legends, is working on a character-based, first-person shooter codenamed Project A. While details remain scarce, early footage from the game drew comparisons with Overwatch and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.
Nintendo Switch sales hit 15 million in North America, top Wii U lifetime sales
Nintendo Switch sales have surpassed 15 million units in North America, beating the Wii U's lifetime sales worldwide. The console is expected to receive a boost from upcoming games such as Pokémon Sword and Shield as it heads into its third holiday season and fourth year on the market.
Democratic and Republican lawmakers criticize Apple, Blizzard in letter
Several prominent congressional lawmakers from the Democratic and Republican parties, recently collaborated on two letters, criticizing tech and gaming giants, Apple, Inc, and Blizzard Entertainment regarding the companies stance concerning censorship concerning China.
Final Fantasy XIV Patch 5.1: These are the biggest new features announced
Now dated for October 29, Square Enix finally revealed the details of FFXIV patch 5.1, the first major update to the Shadowbringers expansion. The livestream gave a first look at things like the Nier raid, class changes, and an Alexander Ultimate battle.
Amazon has great deal on new-and-improved Nintendo Switch ahead of the holidays
Amazon is currently offering the new Nintendo Switch model with a better battery life for about $24 off its standard price. The sale comes just before the release of Luigi's Mansion 3. Pokémon Sword and Shield are due to release the following month, and are sure to be among the system's biggest hits.
Activision unveils its post-launch content plans for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
With a little more than a week until Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is released across the globe, both the game's developer and publisher have reached out to maintain that the upcoming FPS title will not include the controversial virtual items, loot boxes, and supply drops.
The biggest map changes in Fortnite: Chapter 2
Epic Games has released Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 1, a fresh start for the battle royale. This makes it the biggest season ever with a brand new map, new ways to play, new vehicles, and much more. Find out all of the new and different features here.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare — everything we know
Infinity Ward and Activision have officially revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Rather than a remake of the original game, it will be a reimagined take on the iconic first-person shooter series. It will, however, still see the return of fan-favorite character Captain John Price.
Hungry for some swag? Microsoft, Taco Bell team up to give away gaming consoles
It's all treats and no tricks from Microsoft this Halloween as the gaming giant teams up with Taco Bell to give away a variety of Xbox-themed goodies, including a limited-edition Xbox One X gaming console that features the iconic bell sound associated with the fast-food chain.
Red Dead Redemption 2’s world is breathtaking in new 4K trailer for PC port
Red Dead Redemption 2 for PC has received a brand-new trailer, flaunting the game in 4K graphics and running at 60 frames per second. The new trailer also introduces new graphical technical enhancements such as increased draw distances, improved shadows and lighting, and realistic fur textures.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order hands-on: You have potential, Padawan
Digital Trends went hands on with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. The single-player action-adventure game set during a pivotal time in Star Wars history shows potential with excellent level design and combat, but a forgettable protagonist and a lacking narrative experience could be this Jedi's downfall.
Blizzard lays its cards on the table with more Hearthstone bans
The latest layer in a series of global protests against Blizzard Entertainment comes from three American University Hearthstone players, who have been temporarily banned from the popular card game after recently holding a protest sign during an official competition stream.
The Division 2 is getting a free weekend amid Episode 2 update
The Division 2 has hit a major milestone on its post-launch roadmap. To celebrate the occasion, Ubisoft is hosting a free weekend starting October 17. The free weekend will provide players access to the full version of the game and the chance to purchase the title at a discounted price.
Overwatch on Switch was a dream come true. Then Blizzard abandoned its values
I craved the launch of Overwatch on the Switch, but Blizzard's decision to ban Hearthstone player Blitzchung over his support of Hong Kong makes it hard to celebrate. The company's response went against its own values and the messages we've come to expect in its games, making it feel meaningless.
Blizzard cancels Overwatch Nintendo Switch event amid Hong Kong controversy
Blizzard has canceled its Overwatch event that was slated to take place in New York City on Wednesday, October 16, amid controversy over its treatment of Hearthstone tournament player Chung “blitzchung” Ng Wai, who publicly backed Hong Kong protesters during the competition.
Google Stadia will let you play AAA games anywhere starting November 19
Google Stadia will officially launch with its Founder's Edition on November 19. Other versions, including the free Base version, will then launch at a later date. Pixel phones will be supported at launch. The announcement was made during the Made by Google event that also saw the announcement of hardware.
New map, boat battles, fishing, swimming! Fortnite: Chapter 2 is finally here
After a black hole nearly destroyed the internet, Epic Games has unveiled the latest update to the blockbuster battle royale — Fortnite: Chapter 2. Boat battles, swimming, fishing, refreshed graphics, new mechanics, and so much more blast on to the scene as the world's most popular game enters a new era.
Xbox Live went down for users around the world. Here’s the latest on the outage
Xbox Live went down worldwide on Monday afternoon, leaving gamers unable to access their favorite games. The gaming service went down just after 4 p.m. PT on Monday. Xbox support said it was aware of the issue, which was "related to an update" and already has teams working on fixing it.
Fortnite: Chapter 2 trailer leaked following the season 10 cliffhanger
After the massive black hole that obliterated the original Fortnite map, the popular battle royale title has been unplayable since Sunday. Fortunately, a Fortnite: Chapter 2 trailer leaked showing off what appears to be a new map, new features like carrying teammates, boat battles, and skins from the new battle pass.
Pokémon Go reveals cute costumes and Darkrai raids in time for Halloween
As always, this year's Halloween event in Pokémon Go will introduce a series of spooky events for this eerie time of year. Trainers will have the chance to gain double candy and add Shiny Pokémon to add to their collections. They'll also have higher odds of capturing dark and ghost-type Pokémon.
Fortnite is still down, but Ninja hint suggests it could come back on Tuesday
Is anyone in the mood for tacos? A tweet from streamer Ninja suggests that Fortnite could be coming back on Tuesday, October 15, after its world was destroyed in an apocalyptic event over the weekend. Only an Easter egg mini-game is currently playable when trying to load up a match of battle royale.
Razer Blade Advanced 15 Optical hands-on review: Not mechanical, but close
What would happen if the same technology from Razer's Hunstman Elite mechanical keyboard was shrunk down and stuffed inside a gaming laptop? The answer is the Razer Blade Advanced 15 Optical. Sporting an optical keyboard, this year's Blade Advanced 15 has an option for something you can't find in any other laptop.
Apex Legends Season 3’s new weapon is too strong, Charge Rifle nerf in the works
The Charge Rifle, which was added to Apex Legends in Season 3, is apparently too powerful, pushing Respawn to plan a nerf for the Energy-powered sniper rifle. The weapon fires two different lasers that deal massive damage, but Twitch streamer Michael ‘shroud’ Grzesiek argued that it is very situational.
Pokémon Masters producer apologizes for lack of content, promises improvements
Pokémon Masters producer Yu Sasaki apologized to players for the game's lack of content, as well as for shortcomings on its overall battle difficulty and design. The initial hype for Pokémon Masters quickly died down due to a short main story and overpowered trainers, but improvements are on the way.
Here’s how to play the Fortnite minigame while you wait for season 11
After the season 10 finale saw the destruction of the original map for Fortnite's battle royale mode, many have been patiently waiting for Epic Games to provide updates. Fortunately, the team has left a little easter egg inside the game, allowing you to play a Galaga-esque minigame while you wait.
Fortnite season 10 ends with the destruction of the game’s original map
Another season of Fortnite has come and gone. Season 10 of the popular battle royale title saw the destruction of the original Fortnite map. With minimal information currently available, fans are left wondering what Epic Games has in store for the 11th season.