Yakuza director thinks PS5’s evolution will focus on A.I. and machine learning
Toshihiro Nagoshi, the director for the Yakuza series, revealed some new details pertaining to the next entry and the new lead character. He also dropped a few nuggets related to the PS5. One significant take is that Nagoshi thinks the most significant evolution on the next-gen console is A.I., not graphics.
Detective Pikachu sequel coming to Nintendo Switch, Pokemon Sleep in the works
The Pokemon Company hosted the Pokemon 2019 Press Conference in Tokyo, Japan to celebrate the huge franchise and make some new announcements. The company revealed a sequel to the game that inspired to live action movie, a new peripheral for sleep, and a new social hub called Pokemon Home.
This quirky, crank-operated console delivers an exclusive new game each week
Playdate is a new handheld console from Panic featuring a black and white screen, and crank. It will deliver 12 games across 12 weeks in its first season. Owners won't know what they're playing before it arrives, but one of the games is a creation from Katamari Damacy designer Keita Takahashi.
Riot Games and Tencent are developing League of Legends for mobile devices
Sources have revealed a collaboration between Tencent and Riot Games that will see a mobile version of League of Legends developed. The two entities previously discussed such a thing, but it was ultimately halted, which led to the creation of the mobile MOBA that evolved into Arena of Valor.
Sony’s next-gen PlayStation Now vision includes games streaming without console
Sony has made the topics from the yearly investor relations meeting available to the public and now we have an even clearer picture of what the PlayStation brand will look like in the next generation of home consoles. The vision for PlayStation Now, for instance, is seamless gaming with or without a console.
PlayStation Productions is taking inspiration from Disney’s Marvel films
The PlayStation gaming division is teaming with Sony Pictures for PlayStation Productions, a studio dedicated to bringing the gaming properties to film and television. The new studio has been in the works for at least two years and is aiming to model things after Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Apex Legends patch waves goodbye to Gibraltoad, addresses hit-detection issues
It has been quiet for a while, but the Apex Legends devs are gearing up for a patch update in the coming weeks. A Respawn dev took to Reddit to share the planned changes for the next major patch, including fixes for hit detection, audio bugs, and an issue that has been plaguing PS4 players.
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 publisher opts out of Epic Games store sale
The battle for PC gaming dominance continues. Epic Games launched its first major sale and made the bold decision to cover the cost of any discounts, but two publishers decided to opt out anyway. One withdrawal, involving Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, seems to be rooted in a misunderstanding.
Minecraft AR teased during Microsoft Build 2019, full reveal arrives on May 17
The Vision Keynote during the first day of Microsoft Build 2019 closed out with a quick teaser of what may a big hit experience for augmented reality. The trailer showed off an upcoming Minecraft AR application that we'll hear more about later this month during the full reveal on May 17.
Splinter Cell may not be one of Ubisoft’s three unannounced games
Ubisoft's 2020 fiscal report included the unfortunate news that pirate ship combat game Skull & Bones is delayed a year, but also included plans for three unannounced games. All three will release before April 2020 and some theorized that Splinter Cell was next up, but Ubisoft said otherwise.
YouTube VR app to bring more than 1 million experiences to Oculus Quest at launch
The untethered Oculus Quest launches later this month and a major force in media is making sure you have access to a wealth of content if you're one of the early adopters. YouTube has announced that the company's VR application will be a part of the Quest launch, delivering Emmy-award winning content.
Free-to-start mobile game Pokémon Rumble Rush is live in Australia
If you're looking for a change of pace from Pokémon Go on your mobile gaming device, a new entry in the Rumble series will be available soon. Currently live in Australia, Pokémon Rumble Rush lets you play as and recruit Pokémon as you fight across uncharted islands in real-time action combat.
Analyst predicts the PS5 will cost $500 and have a November 2020 release date
We finally know a few new things about the PlayStation 5, but everyone is still wondering when they'll be able to get their hands on the next-generation home gaming console. An analyst predicted that the powerful new PS5 will have a lower price than most expect and will release in fall 2020.
Tim Willits talks Doom’s influence on Rage 2 and why there are no sniper rifles
Digital Trends had the opportunity to sit down and speak with Tim Willits, studio director behind Doom developer id Software, to find out more about Bethesda's upcoming first-person shooter Rage 2. We talk about what it was like establishing its Doom-style combat, why there are no sniper rifles, and more.
Respawn issues temporary fix for Apex Legends bug causing PS4s to crash
After a quick patch was pushed to Apex Legends players on PS4, some gamers started to experience crashes due to one of Lifeline's banner frames. The developers have acknowledged the error, discovered the source, and put out a temporary fix, but there are still some things to avoid for the time being.
Google developer explains Stadia’s advantage over the competition
During the Google I/O developer conference, Google Stadia product vice president took the stage to explain how the game streaming platform will benefit developers. He covers the workflow, cloud server options, and more while also comparing it to limitations in PC and traditional home console gaming.
Microsoft could make gaming more accessible with this Xbox controller patent
Microsoft could follow up the Xbox Adaptive Controller with a device for visually impaired or blind gamers. The company continues to invest in the experiences of differently-abled players and this particular patent details a device equipped with a Braille display and haptic paddles that can be rearranged.
A new game will be shown at this week’s State of Play. Don’t miss it
Sony continues forward with its new State of Play livestream showcase this month by following up the Iron Man VR reveal with an extended look at the remake of MediEvil. The company will also be revealing a new PS4 game, but also cautions against those hoping for PS5 news this time around.
Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok leak teases better open-world exploration
The setting for the next Assassin's Creed game has been rumored for a while and a new leak essentially confirms it. The latest wave of info suggests it's called Assassin's Creed: Ragnarok and will feature ship combat, improved exploration, co-op, and more. It will also be a cross-gen home console release.
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.
Everything you missed during the Borderlands 3 gameplay reveal
Following up the announcement of Borderlands 3 at PAX East 2019, Gearbox hosted an hour-long gameplay reveal to show gamers what they'll be getting into when the loot shooter launches later this year. There were new weapons, new worlds, and some much-needed improvements to the co-op experience.
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite beta offers early microtransaction details
Niantic is preparing to release the long-awaited heir to Pokémon Go, Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, and fans are curious to see if the company can strike gold twice. Before doing so, the company must iron out how microtransactions balance with gameplay and the beta gave insight on the items players can buy.
New Twitch extension gives Borderlands 3 stream audiences a chance at loot
Gearbox, 2K, and Twitch are teaming up for the Echocast extension, which gives Borderlands 3 streamers a chance to engage with their audiences in a few unique ways. Viewers will be able to see the items the streamer is carrying and also get a chance to earn a copy of items found in chests opened during a game.