How to beat Destiny 2’s ‘Staying Alive’ Garden of Salvation raid challenge
Destiny 2's 'Staying Alive' raid challenge, found in the Garden of Salvation, is a difficult new encounter that will test your ability to dodge and weave. This 'Staying Alive' challenge guide will help you defeat it and earn a piece of Pinnacle gear.
The first Red Dead Redemption 2 mods are here, let you play as The Joker
Red Dead Redemption 2 only just released on PC, but the modding community has already begun creating custom features for the game. Thus far, they've already given protagonist Arthur Morgan a Joker overhaul, as well created a custom save file that lets you skip the opening section of the game.
Game-breaking bugs hinder Red Dead Redemption 2 PC launch
PC players are finding Red Dead Redemption 2 to be in a less-than-stellar state at launch, with game-breaking bugs causing it to completely crash or reduce the framerate significantly. The game originally launched only for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 in 2018, with no major launch issues.
Here is what we know about EA’s streaming service Project Atlas
Electronic Arts is currently conducting closed tests for its Project Atlas game-streaming service. Here is everything we know about Project Atlas so far, including its features compared to xCloud and Stadia. Four older games are available to play during the technical test, which is being held on PC only.
Death Stranding creator Hideo Kojima wants to turn his focus to movies
Kojima Productions founder Hideo Kojima has never been shy regarding his love of cinema, and the game designer said in a recent documentary that his studio will also produce films in the future. Its latest project is the game Death Stranding, which releases for PlayStation 4 on November 8.
Apple and Valve reportedly team up on AR/VR headset scheduled for 2020 release
In order to bring its long-rumored augmented reality headset to life, Apple has reportedly teamed up with games publisher Valve, according to the most recent rumors. The news follows other rumors linking Apple with third-party firms. Provided all goes to plan, the AR/VR headset may go on sale in late 2020.
Epic Games permanently bans FaZe Clan’s Jarvis from Fortnite for using aimbots
Epic Games permanently banned FaZe Clan member Jarvis Kaye from Fortnite due to videos where he used aimbots. Some players believe that the punishment was too harsh, especially since the hacks were used in non-competitive matches, but others think that content creators should not get special treatment.
Rockstar Editor reportedly coming soon to Red Dead Redemption 2 for consoles, PC
A dataminer found code within the Red Dead Redemption 2 companion app that hints at the arrival of the Rockstar Editor, a long-awaited feature that is also available in Grand Theft Auto V. The video creation tool will not launch on time for the game's PC release, but it will roll out within the year.
Blizzcon 2019: Diablo 4’s combat is like a greatest hits album of past games
Blizzard revealed the first details about Diablo 4's combat at Blizzcon 2019. The developers hope to draw inspiration from all past titles, refining them to make Diablo 4's combat quick, visceral, and packed full of options.
VKLiooon first female crowned Hearthstone Global Champion after dominant run
Xiaomeng "VKLiooon" Li had a dominant run at BlizzCon 2019 to be crowned as the first female Hearthstone Global Champion. Li, who like many other women esports players faced discrimination, persevered through the challenges, culminating in a 3-0 victory in the finals against Brian "bloodyface" Eason.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate earns title of best-selling fighting game in history
It took less than a year for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to sell over 15 million copies, surpassing Street Fighter II as the best-selling fighting game of all time. The brawler ranks second among all Nintendo Switch games, overtaking Super Mario Odyssey but still behind Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Blizzard ‘not opposed’ to Burning Crusade, Wrath expansions in WoW Classic
At the BlizzCon 2019 World of Warcraft Q&A session, WoW Classic fans got one of the more tantalizing tidbits of information. Blizzard is "not opposed" to the idea of extending the Classic experience through the game's golden years. Burning Crusade and Wrath of the Lich King servers could be on the table.
Blizzcon 2019: You can play Diablo 4 solo, but expect to meet strangers
Diablo 4 will have solo play despite its always-online overworld. While you can expect to see other players in the world, story missions and dungeons will be instanced for your group. Blizzard detailed this and more at Blizzcon 2019.
Some Fallout 76 players in Australia will receive their requested refunds
Fallout 76 players in Australia who requested refunds between November 24, 2018, and June 1, 2019, will be able to get them, according to a ruling by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission. The launch of the latest entry in the Fallout series was plagued with a variety of issues.
BlizzCon 2019 attendees tried to beat Google’s DeepMind A.I. in StarCraft II
AlphaStar, an A.I. program powered by Google's DeepMind, was at BlizzCon 2019, with the goal of beating any human that tried to go up against it in StarCraft II. AlphaStar is looking to understand the potential and limitations of open-ended learning, which uses learning-based agents to solve tasks in training A.I.
Amazon mistakenly requires third-party stores to get approval for Nintendo goods
Amazon withdrew the requirement for third-party sellers to gain approval for Nintendo products, as the company claims it was an error. It remains unclear, however, if the ruling will return in some form in the future, especially since Amazon has recently faced issues over third-party listings.
Mario Kart Tour multiplayer beta starts in December for Gold Pass subscribers
The Mario Kart Tour multiplayer beta test will start in December, but it will only be available to the game's Gold Pass subscribers. Players who want to be among the first to send blue shells to their friends will have to sign up for the $5-month-plan, which also unlocks the highest racing tier of 200cc.
Blizzcon 2019: Souls are power in Shadowlands’ Tower of the Damned
World of Warcraft: Shadowlands is set to offer up a raid-like dungeon to players of just about all skill levels. Torghast, the Tower of the Damned, is a randomly generated dungeon crawler for mismatched groups of heroes, and will finally explore an iconic part of Azeroth's history.
Blizzcon 2019: Diablo 4 has a lot of stuff, and looks a lot like an MMORPG
Blizzard expanded on details about Diablo IV at Blizzcon 2019. The game will include an open world, numerous multiplayer activities, world bosses, and plenty of cosmetic items including, for the first time, mounts. It's not quite an MMORPG, but it's closer than ever before.
World of Warcraft: Shadowlands promises characters finally won’t look like clones
Shown off briefly during the World of Warcraft: What's Next panel at this year's Blizzcon, game director Ion Hazzikostas demonstrated a range of new character customization options coming with next year's Shadowlands expansion.
BlizzCon 2019: Here’s what Blizzard announced from Diablo IV to Overwatch 2
Miss out on BlizzCon 2019? These are the biggest announcements from the opening ceremony, including two new game reveals, a new expansion for World of Warcraft, and an apology from Blizzard for its recent controversial actions regarding a Hearthstone player.
BlizzCon 2019: Overwatch 2 announced with focus on story, co-op modes
Blizzard officially announced Overwatch 2 during BlizzCon 2019, and the game is taking a different approach than most sequels. Players in the original game and Overwatch 2 can enjoy competitive play together. The sequel will add a new story option that offers player-versus-environment missions.
Blizzard announces World of Warcraft: Shadowlands expansion at BlizzCon 2019
Blizzard announced World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, the latest expansion for the hit MMORPG at Blizzcon 2019 on Friday. Shadowlands will be released sometime next year, and will be the eighth expansion for World of Warcraft, focusing on Azeroth's afterlife.
Blizzcon 2019: Diablo 4 announced with Barbarian, Sorceress, and Druid
Blizzard officially announced Diablo 4 at Blizzcon 2019. The details are slim, but we do know a few important parts of the story thanks to a long opening cinematic. Blizzard has also revealed the Barbarian, Druid, and Sorceress will be playable classes.
Blizzcon 2019: Blizzard’s president opens ceremonies with Hong Kong apology
Blizzard President J. Allen Brack opened the ceremonies at Blizzcon 2019 with an apology for the company's recent actions, which censored the protests of Hong Kong supporters.
BlizzCon 2019: Watch the opening ceremony here at 11AM Pacific
BlizzCon 2019 is quickly approaching, and the event has always been home to some of the biggest game announcements from Blizzard Entertainment. This year, we'll tell you how to watch BlizzCon 2019 and what to expect. New sequels in some of the company's biggest game franchises are predicted for the opening ceremony.
LG OLED TVs just became the best TVs for gaming with Nvidia G-Sync support
LG's OLED TVs have always been a step above for gamers, but their advantages grow this week with the release of a firmware update that will give all 2019 OLED TVs compatibility with Nvidia's G-Sync technology for variable refresh rates. It's the first time a TV maker has added G-Sync, which is designed for PC gaming.
Death Stranding review: Bridging the divide
Death Stranding is a technical marvel filled with innovative social components, which cements Hideo Kojima as one of gaming’s most crucial voices. However, its slow-paced, repetitive gameplay is often too high-concept for its own good, sometimes making the game more entertaining to look at than to play.
This gamer is so good he just won a motorsport gig for real-world racing
Combining his real-world racing skills with his gaming prowess, Brit James Baldwin has just won a contest with the prize of a sportscar racing contract that's said to be worth more than $1 million. Baldwin beat nine other competitors in a two-week contest that took place in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
Next stop, Kamchatka! Here is where to play Risk online
Risk is a classic board game, but who can gather enough people to actually play in person? Don't jeopardize your friendships at the kitchen table! Invade the countries of random people online instead. Here's where to play the Parker Brothers classic Risk online instead.
Gamer group plans BlizzCon 2019 protest over Blizzard Hong Kong controversy
With BlizzCon 2019 set to kick off on Friday, fans plan to ramp up their campaign against Blizzard over its decision to punish competitive players for expressing solidarity with the ongoing protests in Hong Kong. One group is planning a three-hour protest outside of the BlizzCon exhibition.
BlizzCon 2019 schedule: Opening ceremony, panels, events, and more
Blizzard Entertainment's annual convention begins with pre-show festivities on October 31. If you don't want to miss out on the opening ceremony, panels, the cosplay show, and some special community events, you can find out exactly what's happening and when with our BlizzCon 2019 schedule.
What happens when you mix foosball and robots? A new game called RoboSoccer
Looking for the next great game? RoboSoccer is a nifty modern-day upgrade of foosball that combines the addictive concept of the original game with some impressively agile miniature robots, controlled via mobile app, on a folding pitch. Here's how you can get your hands on it.
The best video game sneakers
While you can't wear Sonic's iconic shoes, there have been a number of collaborations between known footwear brands and video game companies in an attempt to make the best video game sneakers available. From a homage of Nintendo classics to Halo, these are the some of the most intriguing out there.
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