Epic Games insists Fortnite B.R.U.T.E. is fun; #RemoveTheMech not happening
Epic Games said that the controversial B.R.U.T.E. vehicles are part of providing "a fun experience" to Fortnite players. It appears that the developer has no plans of listening to the #RemoveTheMech movement, which calls for the removal of the mechs from the competitive modes of the battle royale game.
Police warn Raleigh locals of military cosplay at Rainbow Six Siege tournament
This weekend's Rainbow Six Siege Major esports tournament in Raleigh, North Carolina, prompted the local police to give residents a heads-up about cosplayers. As Rainbow Six Siege is a military-themed game, cosplayers could be wearing military uniforms while toting fake firearms.
Head back in time using our Fortnite season 10, week 3 rift zone challenge guide
The Fortnite season 10, week 3 challenges have arrived as part of the Worlds Collide missions this week. One of the big missions this week requires players to visit a Fortnite rift zone. Here are the locations of the rift zones and how to complete this challenge.
Need for Speed Heat blazes onto consoles and PC November 8
Need for Speed Heat, the 16th entry in the mainline NFS series, races onto PS4, Xbox One, and PC November 8. Set in a new open world, Need for Speed Heat once again has a push and pull between street racers and the police. By day, you'll race in a legal series, but at night you'll have to avoid the cops.
Data shows that July’s best-selling games at these stores weren’t that violent
Walmart, GameStop, and Amazon all sold video games in the lead up to the mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, but the best-selling games at the retailers were not very violent. Only a handful of those cracking the top 10 were rated Mature, and several were sports games.
Score a new gaming desktop and save with these Dell back-to-school PC deals
If you’re on the hunt for a new gaming tower and aren’t in the mood to wait until Black Friday sales, then Dell has some pretty good back-to-school deals going right now on a variety of its laptops and desktops that can save you hundreds.
Xbox says framerate will matter most on Project Scarlett
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer has shared in an interview that a game's framerate and overall playability will matter more than resolution during the Project Scarlett generation of consoles. The system will be capable of 120 frames per second and an 8K resolution, alongside shorter loading times.
Nintendo’s FCC listing suggests the Switch is getting a wireless SNES controller
A listing for an SNES-style controller on the FCC's website shows that Nintendo could be preparing to offer the console's games on the Switch. Currently, only NES games are available with a subscription, and there is no Virtual Console to access your previous purchases on Nintendo Switch.
Is Sony’s smartphone business dead or can it be revived?
Sony has long been one of the biggest consumer electronics brands around and it used to be a major player in mobile, but sales have just hit their lowest level ever. Can Sony Mobile turn things around or is it game over? What does it need to do to sell more smartphones?
Xbox games on PlayStation? Microsoft executive says it could happen
Microsoft's first-party studios could still create games for other systems, according to head of Xbox studios Matt Booty. Double Fine and Obsidian are both bringing their latest games to PlayStation, and certain future projects could follow suit if the move feels right for the franchise.
2020’s Call of Duty: Black Ops 5 will reportedly plunge players into Cold War
Next year's Call of Duty will reportedly either be titled Call of Duty: Black Ops 5 or simply Call of Duty: Blacks Ops, which will signal a return to the grounded roots of the series. The game is said to be "even more gritty and gruesome" than this year's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare.
Shop discovers $13,000 treasure in grocery bag filled with old NES cartridges
A man walked into a Pink Gorilla Games store in Seattle with an unassuming grocery bag of old NES games. One of them turned out to be a Nintendo World Championships 1990 cartridge, a rare piece of video game history that the store purchased from the man for $13,000, then sold to a buyer within 24 hours.
Microsoft patent reveals controllers to transform smartphones into handheld Xbox
A Microsoft patent revealed plans for controllers that will attach to the sides of a smartphone to transform it into a handheld Xbox. Mock-ups for the controllers revealed what may be a Nintendo Switch competitor that will be powered by the Project xCloud video game streaming service.
Epic Games nerfs mechs in competitive Fortnite after player complaints
The mechs of Fortnite, named the B.R.U.T.E. vehicles, have been the subject of player complaints ever since they were added in Season X because they are too powerful. Epic Games has nerfed the mechs in competitive play, though it remains to be seen if the change is enough to quell the outrage.
ESPN and Walmart temporarily shun violent video games after mass shootings
Both Walmart and ESPN have distanced themselves from violent video game content in the wake of mass shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, despite video games not appearing to be a causal factor in either case. Walmart is continuing to sell both firearms and ammunition at this time.
The future of 8K TVs is all about gaming. We’ll tell you why
Whether you like it or not, 8K TVs are coming -- and fast. But the thing is, you probably won't need one if you only watch movies and TV. The real reason you'll want to pick up an 8K TV next year is video games.
Covert Nintendo Switch dock can be taken anywhere, smashes Kickstarter goal
The Genki Covert Nintendo Switch dock combines the functionality of a standard charger with the Nintendo Switch dock, creating a tiny accessory you can take with you almost anywhere. It's only a fraction of the size of a standard Switch dock, and its creators say it will not damage your system like other docks have.
Call of Duty: Mobile will come preloaded on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10
The currently unreleased, free-to-play game Call of Duty: Mobile will come pre-installed on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10 Plus phones. The game is due to release on iOS and Android and is undergoing beta testing, but it hasn't yet received a firm release date.
Everything we know about FIFA 20
FIFA 20 is the latest game in the long-running series from Electronic Arts, and it brings several new game modes and gameplay changes. Here is everything we know about FIFA 20 so far, including new customization options, Volta street football, FIFA Ultimate Team changes, and much more.
Pray and spray with our Fortnite season 10, week 2 gas station challenge guide
Season 10, week 2 challenges/missions are available now in Fortnite. One of the biggest missions this week tasks players to spray different gas stations. Here are some tips for how to easily complete this mission, as well all the gas station locations on the Battle Royale map.
Play Nintendo Switch games in 1440p with the mClassic USB graphics processor
The mClassic is a plug-and-play device for your game consoles and PC that can boost graphical performance without any other modifications. It is compatible with just about everything, including retro systems, and can improve image quality, resolution, and even add anti-aliasing.
All 3 big console companies will require loot boxes to disclose odds of winning
Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony are all planning to require game publishers to disclose the odds of winning prizes inside loot boxes. The decision comes as lawmakers consider banning loot boxes entirely. The mechanic has been classified as gambling by its detractors, particularly because children can buy them.
The biggest changes and additions coming to FIFA 20 this year
FIFA 20 will be a much different game than we got last year, with new modes, the elimination of The Journey, big gameplay tweaks, and greater customization for your Career Mode team. Volta street football also makes its debut, complete with several locations and unique mechanics.
Red Dead Redemption 2 for PS4 gets a hefty discount from Amazon
PS4 boasts of an incredible selection of games, and it is not surprising that Red Dead Redemption 2 made it to the top of the list. We even chose it as the best video game in 2018. Complete your video game library with a copy of this highly rated game. Get it from Amazon or Walmart to save $21 from its usual $60.
Walmart drops prices on Sony PlayStation 4 Slims below $250 today
While the rumors of Sony developing of a new PlayStation to be released in 2020 are exciting, it will take a while to have a library of worthwhile games. The 1TB Sony PlayStation 4 Slim Gaming Console is still our platform of choice to enjoy some of the best video games today. Get it for only $250 on Walmart today.
New Galarian forms and Team Yell revealed in Pokémon Sword and Shield trailer
A new trailer for Pokémon Sword and Shield has shown off the game's latest additions, including a Morpeko Pokémon complete with a Hangry mode. Galarian versions of classic Pokémon are also coming to Sun and Moon, with changed abilities and appearances to mimic the setting.
Everything we know about Watch Dogs Legion
Watch Dogs Legion is a radical overhaul for the series, allowing you to control any non-player character in London and turn them into operatives for the DedSec vigilante group. Here's what we know so far, including information on the various classes, combat options, permanent death, and enemy factions.
5 questions we want answered at the Stadia Connect event at Gamescom
Google will be hosting another presentation for its upcoming game-streaming service Stadia on August 19 at Gamescom. These are the questions we want answered during the presentation, including info on cross-play, social features, and additional mobile platform support.
Amid huge profits, Rockstar Games makes game testers full-time employees
Following criticism of its crunch culture and long hours for workers, Rockstar Games has shifted its quality assurance workers from being contractors to full-time employees. Several other policies have changed, including one that allows these workers to keep a cell phone at their desk.
A master’s guide to building the ultimate team in Madden NFL 20
Each year, EA Tiburon tweaks the card-collecting Ultimate Team mode in Madden NFL Football. Madden 20 is no exception to this, with the addition of missions and a refined upgrade system for cards. To help you get the lay of the land, we put together this handy Madden 20 Ultimate Team guide.
New images of the Nintendo Switch Lite reveal a smaller battery
The Nintendo Switch Lite's battery will last longer than the original Switch, but new images reveal that its battery is actually smaller. The battery in the new iteration of the original console will last more than two hours longer than its predecesor thanks to a new chip layout.
Amazon drops a huge 50% discount on Razer Phone 2 gaming smartphones
With its cutting-edge technology, the best gaming smartphones often are expensive, but the Razer Phone 2 is currently on sale at Amazon. Originally priced at $800, it was reduced by 50% making it now available for an awesome deal of $400. Better get it while it lasts.
Solid Snake actor calls out EVO for using his voice without permission
David Hayter, the voice actor behind Metal Gear Solid's main character, Solid Snake, was none too pleased to learn that the fighting tournament EVO had used his voice without permission. Solid Snake was featured in a fake tease for Tekken 7, which companies Bandai Namco and Konami had not approved.
Nintendo Switch Lite: Design, specs, price, editions, and release date
Nintendo is planning to launch a smaller version of its Switch system, with several features changed. Here is everything we know about the Nintendo Switch Lite so far, including information on its size, controllers, and compatibility with the current library of Switch games..
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