Digital Trends Live: COVID-19 spreads, Google Stadia tiers, and more
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest trending stories in tech, including the continuing spread of the coronavirus, Google Stadia, and more.
The launch price of every major game console, from NES to Nintendo Switch
What did each game console cost when it launched? Here are prices for every major console released since NES, including how much they would cost with inflation.
The Final Fantasy VII Remake: Everything we know so far
The Final Fantasy VII Remake launches on April 10 for PS4, and it will only take the game's story up through the Midgar area. More episodes will release later.
Nvidia’s next-generation GPUs could destroy Xbox Series X if leaks are true
Thought 12 TFLOPs on Microsoft's Xbox One Series X was powerful? Leaked benchmarks suggest Nvidia is trying to push performance with its unannounced Ampere graphics cards, which could launch as early as next month at GTC.
Riot Games’ Valorant is a tactical take on the Overwatch formula
Project A is no more. After teasing the game under a mysterious working title, Riot Games showed off its new hero shooter fit with precise, tactical gameplay.
Final Fantasy VII Remake demo is the first step in a very long journey
The Final Fantasy VII Remake demo is now available, and it features the game's opening mission first seen at E3 2019. The game officially launches on April 10.
I used cloud gaming exclusively for a month. Here’s what happened
Cloud gaming is here, but is it ready to replace your game console? I tried cloud gaming for a month to find out. The answer will surprise you.
Capcom reportedly canceled new Dino Crisis game, with no plans to revive series
A reliable insider claimed that Capcom started working on a new Dino Crisis game a few years ago, but it was canceled and the series is "extinct" for now.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare may have revealed Warzone battle royale launch date
Eagle-eyed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare gamers may have spotted a hint for the launch of the battle royale mode Warzone, but a leaker claims a different date.
Google Stadia free tier, player limit, YouTube streaming reportedly coming soon
Google Stadia is reportedly preparing its free Stadia Base tier, as well as a player limit so that the expected spike in members will not affect performance.
Apex Legends’ System Override Collection features fixed loot matches, new shield
Apex Legends' System Override Collection event will feature the limited-time Deja Loot mode, where players will find fixed loot in maps, and the new Evo Shield.
Greninja wins vote for Pokémon of the Year; Pikachu falls out of Top 10
Greninja was awarded Pokémon of the Year in a poll organized by The Pokémon Company. Rounding out the top five are Lucario, Mimikyu, Charizard, and Umbreon.
Pandemic simulation Plague Inc. forced out of Apple’s App Store in China
Plague Inc., the pandemic simulation that found renewed popularity amid the coronavirus outbreak, was ordered to be taken down from Apple's App Store in China.
PUBG developer apologizes for myriad issues amid fight against DDoS attacks
PUBG Corp. apologized for the myriad of issues that PUBG players have recently encountered, which were partly due to the ongoing fight against DDoS attacks.
Square Enix and chocolatier Ferrero offer sweet deal on FFVII Remake Tifa theme
Square Enix, in an unusual partnership with Ferrero, offers players the chance to download a PlayStation 4 dynamic theme based on an iconic scene with Tifa.
Game Developers Conference postponed due to Coronavirus concerns
This year's Game Developers Conference has officially been postponed after several major companies dropped out due to concerns over the spread of Coronavirus.
Kojima Productions teaser could hint at new Silent Hill project
Kojima Productions posted a tweet on February 28 that has some fans speculating about whether a new Silent Hill game could be announced as early as next week.
Rockstar might be teasing new games with cryptic images
Rockstar updated its website with a pair of cryptic, new images, which could be hinting at the studio's next projects.
Digital Trends Live: Coronavirus’s continued fallout, and more
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories, including the continued effects of the coronavirus, New Zealand Air’s sleep pods, and more.
Fortnite season 2 challenge guide: Find Shadow safe houses
The Fortnite Shadow safe house locations are part of one of the biggest and important challenges during the week 2 Brutus Briefing missions. Here’s where to go.
Digital Trends Live: Clearview AI’s stolen customer list, Xbox Series X
On Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest topics in tech, including the theft of Clearview AI’s customer list, an AR eyepiece for firefighters, and more.
PlatinumGames’ new Tokyo studio will work on live service games
As part of its Four website, PlatinumGames revealed a new Tokyo studio, which will focus on creating live service games.
Hasbro’s animatronic Baby Yoda is every ounce as cute as I hoped
Hasbro's The Child Animatronic Toy will let you bring The Mandalorian's Baby Yoda home, complete with the adorable animations and noises you love. Sign us up.
Konami Code creator Kazuhisa Hashimoto dies, leaves legacy of gaming Easter eggs
Kazuhisa Hashimoto, the father of the Konami Code, has died. The legendary password has appeared as an Easter egg in a number of popular games over the years.
PS Plus subscribers will get Shadow Of The Colossus for free in March
PS Plus subscribers get access to a number of free games in March, including 2018's Shadow of the Colossus remake, Sonic Forces, and Batman: The Enemy Within.
Trials of Osiris returning to Destiny 2 after two-year hiatus
The mode was revealed when players finished the game's Empyrean Foundation project. Classic Destiny maps and armor return alongside the competitive mode.
PlatinumGames’ Project G.G. will be its first self-published game
PlatinumGames revealed its latest game Project G.G., the company's first self-published game since receiving a large investment from Tencent in January.
Four years later, Stardew Valley is still the perfect gaming vacation
What happens when a non-gamer discovers Stardew Valley four years after it was released? Total obsession, complete relaxation, and plenty of virtual farming.
The Xbox Series X is faster than your gaming PC. Now what?
Microsoft's Xbox Series X console packs 12 Tflops of GPU compute power, more than Nvidia's RTX 2080. What does that mean for the age-old PC vs. console battle?
New experimental mode lets Overwatch players test major meta changes
Overwatch is getting an experimental mode where players can test radical changes. The update includes a new Triple Damage mode, which changes team composition.
Digital Trends Live: Xbox specs, ‘cloud raves,’ no TikTok for TSA
On this Digital Trends Live, we talk the top trending tech topics of the day, including new Xbox specs, “cloud raves” in China, the TSA bans TikTok, and more.
GameStop giving PowerUp subscribers $5 coupon every month
GameStop redesigned its PowerUp Loyalty Rewards program, giving subscribers a $5 monthly coupon that can be used on all games an collectibles.
Xbox Series X’s Smart Delivery lets Xbox One owners upgrade games for free
Xbox Series X will utilize a new Smart Delivery feature that allows Xbox One players to upgrade their games to Series X without needing to repurchase them.
Xbox Series X pushes what’s possible on a gaming console
The Xbox Series X will feature a huge power leap compared to the Xbox One and even the Xbox One X consoles. Quality-of-life improvements are just as impressive.
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