Best Buy Gaming Sale: Nintendo Switch, PS4 & Xbox One
With Father's Day coming, Best Buy has a sale to help find the perfect gift for your gaming dad. Check out our picks for the best deals for your dad here.
Larian Studios reveals Baldur’s Gate 3 gameplay, plans early access in August
Larian Studios is planning to release Baldur's Gate 3 in early access in August, though the launch may be delayed due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Little Devil Inside developer promises changes to allegedly racist enemy design
Neostream Interactive apologized for an allegedly racist enemy design in Little Devil Inside, with the studio promising to make changes to the open world RPG.
Persona 4 Golden no longer exclusive to PlayStation Vita, now available on Steam
Persona 4 Golden , the enhanced version of Persona 4, is no longer only available on the PlayStation Vita, as the RPG is now available on the PC through Steam.
How to make a bed in Terraria
While there's so much to do after first jumping into Terraria, there's one important item you should build first. We show you how to make a bed in Terraria.
Game industry pauses events as U.S. reels from George Floyd protests
A number of video game companies have called for improvements in race relations after the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers.
Paper Mario: The Origami King gameplay video details combat
In a gameplay video of Paper Mario: The Origami King, Nintendo provides details regarding combat, vehicle exploration, and the diverse in-game environments.
Digital Trends Live: Big Tech’s facial recognition stand, PlayStation 5 unveiled
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories, including Microsoft announcing that it won’t sell facial recognition software to the police.
Riot Games senior executive resigns after critical George Floyd post
Riot Games executive Ron Johnson resigned following an investigation into a Facebook post where he made controversial statements on the death of George Floyd.
Video game industry sales soared in May as coronavirus kept players playing
Video game sales were up 52% year-over-year in May, as hardware, video game, and accessories sales soared, according to NPD. Call of Duty and GTA led the way.
The Last of Us Part II review: A dark masterpiece
The Last of Us Part II is a triumph, and an excellent way to end the PlayStation 4's successful run.
Sony leads gamers to the PS5 future by leaning on the past
Thursday’s long-awaited reveal of the PlayStation 5 blended old titles like Ratchet & Clank and Gran Turismo with new ones, as well as technological advances.
Riot Games exec under fire for Facebook post minimizing George Floyd’s death
A senior executive at League of Legends developer Riot Games shared a charged Facebook post regarding George Floyd's death, spurring an internal investigation.
PS5 Future of Gaming event: Live news and announcements
Sony is unveiling the first games for its upcoming PS5 console in an online event called the Future of Gaming. Check out our live blog for all the latest news.
Destiny 2 Season of Arrivals: How to find and refocus Umbral Engrams
Destiny 2's new Umbral Engrams give players more control over the rewards they earn. Here's everything you need to know to start earning and customizing them.
Destiny 2 Season of Arrivals: How to activate the heroic Contact public event
Contact, Destiny 2's new public event, is a mix of Gambit and Escalation Protocol. Here's what you need to know to complete it and activate the heroic version.
How to get Destiny 2’s new Witherhoard exotic weapon, and its catalyst
Destiny 2's latest exotic weapon is Witherhoard, a powerful grande launcher that does damage over time. Here's how to obtain it in Season of Arrivals.
How to make glass in Minecraft
Nearly every building you make in Minecraft could be spruced up with some glass. But how do you make it? Here, we'll run down how to make glass in Minecraft.
Infinity Ward fixes Call of Duty: Modern Warfare update bug
A new bug in the latest Call of Duty: Modern Warfare update inflated its size to 84GB, putting a damper on its launch. Activision has since released a fix.
The best Skyrim mods
Made to enhance the experience, Skyrim mods bring out the very best in both the base game's potential and fans' imaginations. These are the best mods out today.
Ms. Pac-Man, three other titles lead Arcade 1Up’s 2020 lineup
Big Buck Hunter Pro, X-Men vs. Street Fighter, and Marvel Pinball at-home arcade cabinets will be out this holiday season, along with the beloved Ms. Pacman.
How to watch Sony’s PlayStation 5 event, and what to expect
Sony is planning a digital showcase of games for the PlayStation 5 on Thursday, in an event titled The Future of Gaming that will stream on Twitch and YouTube.
Xbox Series X developers focused heavily on immersion
In a post from the Xbox Series X Director of Project Management, some details are revealed regarding the Xbox Series X and the Xbox division's plans for 2020.
Nintendo Summer Game Sale offers big discounts on popular games
Nintendo is offering one of its biggest sales ever, with some titles being marked down 50% and others for less than $10.
Naughty Dog apologizes for using artist’s song without credit
Naughty Dog apologized to artist Lotte Kestner for not crediting her as the inspiration for the developer's use of the song 'True Faith' in a recent trailer.
Xbox Game Pass adds eight new games for June 2020
There are eight games coming to Xbox Game Pass in June 2020 on console and PC. Titles include No Man's Sky, Thronebreaker, two Kingdom Hearts titles, and more
The Last of Us Part II launch trailer shows a vengeful Ellie
In the launch trailer for The Last of Us Part II, footage and audio from the game illustrate a protagonist deadset on bringing justice via acts of violence.
Digital Trends Live: Lyft’s return, AMC’s July reopening, Facebook News expands
On this Digital Trends Live we discuss the top tech news, including Lyft’s return to ridesharing, AMC plans July opening, Facebook News expands, and more.
Battlefield 6 will have modern setting while taking cues from Battlefield 3
If you're a fan of Battlefield 3, you'll be happy to know that Battlefield 6, which will launch in 2021, will take on a modern setting and design for its story.
Hurry! Save $22 on a three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription
If you're a frequent Xbox gamer, then subscribing to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate makes a ton of sense. Best Buy's deal expires just before midnight CT.
GameStop online sales soar 519% during the coronavirus lockdown
GameStop said its online sales soared more than 500% during its fiscal first quarter, despite same-store sales slumping due to coronavirus-related closures.
No Man’s Sky adds crossplay and will join Xbox Game Pass
The latest No Man's Sky update landing on June 11 will add crossplay, allowing PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC users to play together for the first time.
How much video game CEOs make — and why they may be overpaid
Activision CEO Bobby Kotick made $30 million last year, and some believe he's overpaid. We look at industry CEO pay to see who's right — what gaming CEOs make.
The Outer Worlds for Switch review: Port fares poorly
The Outer Worlds is a great RPG, but the game's Nintendo Switch port is the absolute worst way to play it. You're better off playing it on a different platform.
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