Now is a good time to grab a free copy of Grand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto V was made free on Thursday and demand was so high that it crashed the Epic Games Store. But it now appears to be up and running again.
Paper Mario proves that 2020 is Nintendo’s year
Nintendo surprised fans with news of Paper Mario: The Origami King's release, furthering its strength in the gaming industry and securing a win for 2020.
Digital Trends Live: Rideshares and coronavirus, Boring completes loop, and more
On this Digital Trends Live we dig into the top trending stories in tech, including changes to Uber and Zipcar, the Boring Company completes its loop, and more.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is only $1 right now (yes, you read that right!)
This sale on Xbox's monthly game subscription service saves you 93% off the normal price, offering the best price yet.
How to change your appearance in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is all about customization. Even changing your character's physical appearance is easy, and there are plenty of options for looks.
What is Fortnite: Party Royale?
Party Royale is unlike anything we've seen in the entire genre, let alone Fortnite. In it, players can gather in a low-stress environment and simply hang out.
Razer to use vending machines to distribute millions of free face masks
The gaming hardware maker will deploy 20 of the machines in Singapore where the authorities have ordered everyone to wear a mask outside during the pandemic.
You can try Fallout 76 for free this weekend. Here’s how
The Fallout 76 free-to-play weekend hopes to highlight recent Wastelanders expansion, lure back lost players.
The Unreal Engine 5 demo is gorgeous, but you won’t care as much as you think
Epic's spectacular Unreal Engine 5 demo is a great piece of hype, but it sets unrealistic expectations. Gameplay, not graphics, is the reason most gamers play.
Epic Games reveals Unreal Engine 5 with a stunning tech demo
Epic Games revealed Unreal Engine 5 with a marvelous real-time demonstration that showcases the tools it will be bringing to the next generation of gaming.
Master Assassin’s Creed Origins with our beginner’s guide
Assassin's Creed Origins is a much more difficult game than its predecessors. These are some of the tips you'll need in order to master the Egyptian adventure.
PS Plus and Xbox Live Gold on sale from only $4 in time for Memorial Day
Get free games and enjoy online gaming with friends with one of these game console membership plans.
How to tweak the Final Fantasy VII Remake targeting system to suit you
The Final Fantasy VII Remake battle system looks great, but it handles poorly. If you're having trouble with targeting, here are the settings you should tweak.
The best cyberpunk games of all time
With cybernetic implants and far-advanced worlds, some of the very best cyberpunk video games offer glimpses into futures as vibrant as they are terrifying.
How to take a screenshot on your Xbox One
Sometimes you hit a perfect headshot or see something wild that needs to be shared with the world. On an Xbox, sharing gaming slips is very quick and simple.
Sony launches PlayStation Studios brand ahead of PS5 release
Sony is rebranding its first-party developers and uniting its exclusives under the PlayStation Studios banner. It has even released a new opening animation.
Google Play contest challenges teens to design an awesome mobile game
Google Play is challenging teens to create an amazing mobile game in its Change the Game contest. Coding skills are not required -- just a really awesome idea.
Sony PlayStation 4 Pro review: The default choice
Sony's PlayStation 4 Pro is the best console of this generation, but it's pricey, and not everyone will need the upgrade over the great PlayStation 4 Slim.
Nintendo Switch review: The must-have console
The Nintendo Switch delivers on more new and interesting features than any console in recent memory. It's the most inventive gaming device in recent memory.
Ubisoft’s digital E3-style showcase will stream on July 12
Ubisoft Forward, a digital presentation, will stream on July 12 and showcase the publisher’s titles for holiday 2020 and beyond.
Civilization VI to get season pass, bimonthly content updates through March 2021
Sid Meier's Civilization VI to get six new content updates before March 2021 as part of the New Frontier Pass.
Resident Evil 8 rumored to be darkest and grisliest yet in series
A Capcom insider said that Resident Evil 8 will be the darkest and most gruesome entry yet in the series, with some of the most disturbing enemy designs.
Xbox Series X looks to reduce games’ file sizes, but there’s ‘no silver bullet’
The Xbox Series X will come with certain features that will help reduce the file size of games, but according to Microsoft, it will not constrain developers.
Sony patent teases PlayStation assistant that estimates completion times
A Sony patent detailed a possible PlayStation 5 feature, an in-game information platform that will provide tips and estimates on completion times of levels.
How much is a Nintendo Switch?
The Nintendo Switch costs far more than the $200 or $300 price of the console itself. Here's what you'll actually pay when accessories other costs are added in.
The best Witcher 3 mods
New graphics options, new armor sets, and basic gameplay changes. We've rounded up the best Witcher 3 mods to help you spice up your next play session.
Here’s how many chapters there are in Final Fantasy VII Remake
Though it covers far from the whole story right now, Final Fantasy VII Remake is a full-length game. Here's how many chapters and side quests make up the game.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stops by strangers’ Animal Crossing islands
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) has been visiting strangers' islands on the game, and judging by her Twitter posts is loving every minute of it.
Digital Trends Live: Animal Crossing surges, Fortnite parties, Last Dance scores
On this Digital Trends Live, we break down the top tech topics, including the success of Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Tesla's plan to restart its plant.
Where to find every music disc in Final Fantasy VII Remake
There are 31 discs to collect in Final Fantasy VII Remake, and finding them can be tough. But locating the discs as you're playing makes disc collecting easy.
Xbox botched the Series X game showcase, but there’s still hope
The Xbox Series X First Look at initial gameplay on the next-generation console underwhelmed the avid fan base, but that doesn't mean fans should lose hope.
How to get star fragments in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Meteor showers aren't just a beautiful spectacle in the skies of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. They're also the only way to get your hands on star fragments.
Everything from Inside Xbox: Assassin’s Creed, Dirt 5, Vampire, and more
The Inside Xbox show for May 7 is a wrap. From nomadic Vikings to muddy cars, here's everything revealed at one of the first big shows of the summer.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is an even bigger hit than you thought
Animal Crossing: New Horizons sold more games in just its first six weeks on the market than the previous Animal Crossing game sold in its entire lifetime.
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