These are the best Xbox One deals from GameStop’s massive spring sale
If you’ve been waiting for a spring sale to get your game on and save some cash, you’re in luck: Through Saturday, April 20, GameStop has slashed prices on a ton of video games and hardware, and we've rounded up the best Xbox One console and game deals right here.
ViewSonic XG240R gaming monitor review
Gaming monitors can be quite expensive, but the ViewSonic XG240R is an exception. Priced at $273, it takes premium features like RGB lighting, a fast 144Hz refresh rate, and FreeSync support and packs it into an affordable package.
Scuf Vantage PS4 Controller Review
The Scuf Vantage is the best high-performance PlayStation 4 controller you can get with all the customization options a dedicated gamer can ask for. It gives the Xbox Elite Controller some solid competition but with such a high price tag, we have a few reservations about its issues.
These are the best PlayStation 4 deals in GameStop’s 2-week Spring Sale
GameStop's two-week Spring Sale is underway and there are tons of deals to dig through. For those hoping to start or enhance their PS4 or PS4 Pro gaming experience, we've put together the best discounts on games like The Divison 2, accessories, headsets, storage, and consoles.
Halo Infinite is reportedly the most expensive video game project ever
Microsoft and 343 Industries are rumored to be spending more than $500 million for the development of Halo Infinite. This would make it the most expensive project ever in the history of the video game industry, beating Grand Theft Auto V, Red Dead Redemption 2, Destiny, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.
Fallout 76 players upset again over Bethesda’s broken no pay-to-win promise
Bethesda is again facing backlash from Fallout 76 players due to the upcoming addition of Basic Repair Kits on the Atomic Shop. The issue is not the Repair Kits themselves, but rather the decision to sell the items for Atoms, which is the in-game currency that may be purchased with real-world money.
Apex Legends accidentally rolls out early exit penalty with version 1.1 patch
Respawn Entertainment accidentally added penalties for players leaving early in Apex Legends matches. The feature, which was mistakenly rolled out with version 1.1, forced players to wait for 5 minutes after leaving early three times, including returning to the lobby when their banner had not yet expired.
Fortnite will roll out Reboot Vans, much like Apex Legends’ Respawn Beacons
Epic Games will soon roll out Reboot Vans to Fortnite, to give squads a chance to bring back their fallen teammates. They will work very similarly to the Respawn Beacons of Apex Legends, and will be the second feature that Epic Games will copy from Respawn Entertainment's hero-based Battle Royale shooter.
GameStop’s spring sale drops prices on Xbox One, PS4, and Switch games
The 2019 GameStop spring sale is going live on April 7 and there will be various discounts on consoles, games, and gaming accessories. Some of the deals will evolve throughout the two-week event and we've put together a list of all the different deals you'll be able to take advantage of.
The next Assassin’s Creed could star Vikings, and The Division 2 is teasing it
Images found in the recently released Tom Clancy's The Division 2 seem to point to Vikings starring in the next Assassin's Creed game. A report from Kotaku backed up this fan theory. A new Assassin's Creed game is not due to be released in 2019, with Ubisoft planning a new installment next year.
Nintendo is bringing the latest Zelda and Mario games to its VR headset
The Nintendo Labo VR Kit launches this month and two of the Switch's biggest games, Super Mario Odyssey and Breath of the Wild, will get free VR support via a software update that goes live a couple of weeks after the VR Kit launch. Odyssey will feature bonus VR levels while BoTW can be played in full.
The Division 2 Tidal Basin DLC features the game’s first 8-player raid
Raids are coming to Ubisoft's loot-shooter series for the first time via The Division 2 when Operation Dark Hours goes live at the end of April as part of Invasion: Battle for D.C. Tidal Basin is the first part of Invasion, which is the first of four sets of free DLC planned for year one.
Fortnite Season 8, week 6 challenge guide: Visit the island’s 5 highest elevations
The season 8, week 6 Fortnite challenges are now available for all players. One of the new challenges this week has players visit the 5 highest elevations on the map in Battle Royale. In this guide, we're going to show you the locations of these points and how to reach them.
Fortnite Season 8, week 6 challenge guide: Visit a wooden rabbit, stone pig, and more
The Fortnite season 8, week 6 challenges are now available and the big challenge this week tasks players to visit a wooden rabbit, stone pig, and metal llama. Here is a guide to all the locations for these monuments and some tips to make the process easier.
Fortnite World Cup Warmup bridges gap to main event with $500K in prizes
Epic Games is injecting $500,000 into the Fortnite esports scene, hosting the World Cup Warmup weekend right before the World Cup Online Open qualifiers get started. Players will have to earn Hype and raise their rank in the Arena mode in order to qualify, then fight it out for a piece of the prize pie.
Switch ports for Persona 5, Metroid Prime, and A Link to the Past may be coming
A retailer's internal system has revealed SKUs for three unannounced Nintendo Switch games: Metroid Prime Trilogy, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and Persona 5. These are unconfirmed, but there are a few previous events that lend credibility of each game's existence.
A Legend of Zelda fan programmed his home to respond to an ocarina
Allen Pan, a freelance engineer and Legend of Zelda fan, programmed his smart home to respond to ocarina music. He uses different songs from Ocarina of Time to control different aspects of his home. Sun's Song for lights, Bolero of Fire for the thermostat, and more.
Apex Legends version 1.1 bug resets player accounts to level 1
The Respawn Entertainment development team announced that it is aware of the Apex Legends version 1.1 update bug that is causing players accounts to be reset to level one. Servers are being taken down as a means to tackle this known issue and an ETA on a fix should be shared sometime soon.
Borderlands 3 will be an Epic Games store exclusive on PC
The release date for Borderlands 3 has officially been confirmed along with the potential Epic Games store exclusivity for those hoping to play on PC. Gearbox Software CEO Randy Pitchford took to Twitter to address this newfound information and give his own opinion on the deal.
The Sega Genesis Mini is finally coming, and you can pre-order it now
Get ready to relive the console wars of the 1980s: The Sega Genesis Mini is officially coming this later year. Packed with two controllers and 40 games, this retro console will have you reliving the 16-bit glory days of the console wars, and it's now finally available for pre-order.
Crunch at Bioware contributed to issues with Anthem and Mass Effect: Andromeda
A new report surfaced detailing issues with crunch culture at BioWare during the development of Anthem. Anthem's launch left many feeling as though the game didn't have enough time in the oven and anonymous sources have confirmed that unclear direction, technical issues, and crunch time largely contributed.
Alienware Area-51m review
The Alienware Area-51m is a massive gaming laptop that paves a new path forward for the brand. While it offers many old-school features, it also brings a new look and design philosophy that gamers will love. Our Area-51M review dives into the guts of this portable battlestation.
Valve may have accidentally leaked the ship date for its VR headset
Valve published three Index store pages early and, while they featured mostly placeholder text, they revealed the 2019 ship date for the VR HMD. The individual pages show off the Index itself, details on the controllers, and the base station that will track the HMD and controllers.
Borderlands 3 release date leaks on its own Twitter account
Mayhem was unleashed a bit early as the official Twitter account shared the Borderlands 3 release date and a pre-order bonus weapon skin pack. An ad video attached to the tweet also teased Epic Games store distribution on PC via a logo in the bottom corner, which could mean it's a timed-exclusive.
Yoshi’s Crafted World proves without a doubt that Mario was a monster
Remember how Mario repeatedly punched Yoshi in the back of the head in Super Mario World? Well, Yoshi's Crafted World has the goods to prove that Mario was a monster all along. This insanely charming platformer makes me incredibly happy that the Yoshis are living their best life away from Mario.
What are the Sega Genesis Mini’s secret, unannounced games?
The Sega Genesis Mini was announced over the weekend along with 10 of its included games. Expected to launch this fall with a total of 40 pre-loaded games, we decided to take a shot at guessing what other titles we'll see on Sega's own mini console.
How to beat Jouzou The Drunkard in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
Juzou the Drunkard is one of the mini-bosses in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. He's an early boss but one of the trickier mid-bosses to handle if you don't follow a set of important steps. Our guide tells you how to find, how to approach, and how to beat Juzou The Drunkard.
MLB The Show 19 Road to the Show guide: How to make it to the big leagues
MLB The Show 19 continues with the new stat progression system introduced in last year's iteration for Road to the Show. That means that each opportunity means more. A few new wrinkles have been added to the mode. Our MLB The Show 19 Road to the Show guide will help you get to the big stage.
MLB The Show 19 pitching and fielding guide: How to dominate batters
Baseball is a pitcher's game in real life, and that translates over to MLB The Show 19 as well. With a sound pitching strategy, you can keep in even tough opponents off the bases and the scoreboard. Our MLB The Show 19 pitching and fielding guide tells you everything you need to know about great defense.
Huge video game collection earns Texas man a Guinness world record
Texas resident Antonio Monteiro has just scored a Guinness world record for the largest video game collection. Monteiro has built his collection of more than 20,000 games over several decades, and also has over 100 working consoles so that he can play each and every one of them.
Best Buy allegedly leaks what Joker will look like in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Best Buy's weekly ad has allegedly leaked what Joker from Persona 5 will look like in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as its first DLC fighter. The leader of the Phantom Thieves of Hearts is expected to be added to the Nintendo Switch exclusive this April, and speculation is ongoing as to the exact date.
Atari VCS production-ready design unveiled after another delay
The team behind the Atari VCS unveiled the production-ready design of the retro console, with changes from the original design including the removal of the SD card port and fewer assembly components. The device was recently revealed to have gained a processor upgrade, but at the cost of another delay.
Skyrim Grandma will appear in The Elder Scrolls 6 through photogrammetry
Bethesda will use photogrammetry technology to add the likeness of Shirley Curry, known as Skyrim Grandma, to The Elder Scrolls 6. It will likely be a long while before fans see Curry's character in action though, as the studio's director Todd Howard said that the game will not even be in this year's E3.
The Razer Turret for Xbox One will make you feel like a gaming god. Sometimes.
The Razer Turret for Xbox One brings the precision of PC gaming to console. With a sleek aesthetic, performance that rivals Razer’s own PC keyboards, and versatility, it could become a considerable option for gamers on the Xbox One. But there are a few limitations that stand in its way.
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