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Multiple phone screens showing the NFT-focused service called Ubisoft Quartz.

Should gaming embrace NFT? Both sides of the debate weigh in

What are NFTs, and would games really benefit from their inclusion? We spoke to advocates on both sides of the NFT discussion.
Promotional art with characters from Genshin Impact.

Genshin Impact comes to GeForce Now in limited beta

Genshin Impact launches in limited beta today for GeForce NOW PC subscribers, with a final version coming later this year.
Sam Bridges stands with the child he must carry with him.

Death Stranding: Director’s Cut heads to PC this spring with Intel XeSS support

The expanded version of Death Stranding is coming to PC thanks to an expansive partnership.
PS4 (Playstation 4) using PS Now.

PSA: Set up your console gifts before the holidays begin

Creating accounts and downloading updates before giving a console as a gift is the key to winning the holidays.
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Final Fantasy VII Remake gets a free upgrade on PS4 amid PC launch turmoil

Square Enix is trying to win Final Fantasy fans back after many were upset with VII Remake's performance on PC and other issues.
A character in Starfield.

What was 2021’s biggest video game? The waiting game

While 2021 was filled with surprise gaming announcements, we won't actually see most of those titles until next year -- or 2023.
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Steam Deck rival Onexplayer Mini launches in January

Chinese company One-Netbook is positioning its latest handheld as a Steam Deck rival.
chicory's main character paints the world.

Chicory: A Colorful Tale, Omori, and more indies coming to Switch

A fresh wave of indie titles, including Chicory: A Colorful Tale, and fan-favorite ports are coming to Nintendo Switch in 2022.
Genji slashes a robot in Overwatch 2.

Blizzard games hit with late-night DDoS attack

Players were unable to log in or queue for games after the attack last night.
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The Game Awards 2021: Here’s the complete list of winners

Who won Game of the Year at The Game Awards? We've got it here along with a complete list of winners.
An array of Destiny guns laid out on a wall.

Destiny 2 adds Halo-like weapons to celebrate Bungie’s 30th birthday

Destiny 2 players will be able to equip a variety of weapons that Bungie says will get your nostalgia running.
A chaotic battlefield in Diablo 2: Resurrected.

Diablo II: Resurrected’s best feature should be in every remake

Being able to swap between the original and remastered versions of a game was something I never knew I needed.
It Takes Two's main characters ride frog taxis.

Publisher Take-Two files trademark claim against developer of It Takes Two

Take Two has issued a stream of trademark claims this year, and Hazelight's It Takes Two is one of the targets.
The player character standing in a field with her Pokemon.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl can’t please two audiences at once

Debate among superfans over the last several years has raised an important question: Who is Pokémon's true core audience?
A crowd gathers at a Facebook Gaming event.

Move over, Twitch: Facebook Gaming is steadily on the rise

There's been a lot of talk around streaming and the viability of certain platforms. Can Facebook Gaming make a dent in a crowded market?
Person holding Nintendo Switch, looking at the home screen.

The PS5 and Xbox Series X still haven’t convinced me to ditch my Switch

Even on the eve of the PS5's and Xbox Series X's one-year anniversaries, I'm still more than satisfied with my Switch.
Someone playing the Steam Deck.

Valve delays Steam Deck to next year, cites component shortages

Valve cited supply chain issues in announcing that its Steam Deck will be delayed.
Master assassin Zer0 fights off a dragon in Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep..

Borderlands 2’s best DLC rereleased as a one-shot adventure

The acclaimed Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep DLC is available on current-gen consoles as a stand-alone adventure and features new loot and cosmetics.
My New Horizons character dances next to her satellite farm.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ 2.0 update isn’t enough to save it

The Animal Crossing 2.0 update brings new content and old characters, but it's not enough to warrant a full return.
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Prime Gaming’s November freebies are shockingly good

This month's Prime Gaming free games collection features a great mix of last generation classics.
Pikmin grow flowers as they walk in a park.

Pokémon Go developer’s next Nintendo AR game is Pikmin Bloom

The AR game is releasing in select markets on Tuesday and allows players to walk with their Pikmin.
Players spin the Wheel of Enormous Proportions.

All of Jackbox Party Pack 8’s new games, ranked by fun factor

Which of the new Jackbox party games are worth playing, and which should you avoid? We played them all and here are our top picks.
A player casts a spell in Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.

New Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands trailer shows off ‘Stabbomancer’ class

Ever wanted to be a Brr-Zerker or a Stabbomancer? Tiny Tina's Wonderlands will let you do it.
A model wears BlackMilk's new Zelda overalls.

Why does so much official video game apparel miss the mark?

Now that video game-themed apparel is considered trendy rather than nerdy, lots of companies are cashing in on clothing lines.
A player shoots for the goal in FIFA 22.

EA’s long-running FIFA franchise might lose the FIFA name

Thanks to disconnects between the soccer governing body and EA, the FIFA game franchise is in danger of losing its moniker.
Brewster serves cofee in Super Smash Bros.

Animal Crossing Direct: How to watch and what to expect

Want to be the first to see the upcoming reveal of the Roost and other surprises in the Animal Crossing Direct? Here's how.
The heroes of Guardians of the Galaxy stand in handcuffs.

Guardians of the Galaxy’s full soundtrack is an ’80s meme dream

Motley Crue, Pat Benatar, and even Rick Astley made the cut for the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy game's list of tunes.
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The Nintendo Switch doesn’t need a 4K upgrade

The OLED Switch and rumors about 4K-capable development kits are prompting this question: Do we really need a 4K Switch?
A gamepad is pictured as a screen displays the online Twitch platform.

Huge Twitch leak reveals creator payouts, a potential Steam competitor, and more

A leak posted to 4chan contains a significant chunk of the site's history and inner workings.
A group of warriors waits for their next challenge in Old School Runescape.

Old School Runescape is getting its first new mode in five years

The community-requested Group Ironman mode will be Old School Runescape's first new mode in five years.
Sora, Mickey, Goofy, and more in Kingdom Hearts 2.

Kingdom Hearts games come to Nintendo Switch, but as Cloud versions

Right after fan-favorite Sora was announced as the final Smash Bros character, Nintendo shared this one last surprise.
Dōbutsu no Mori (Animal Forest) for the Nintendo 64 vs. Animal Crossing image composite.

Animal Crossing N64 should be Nintendo’s next remake

We all know Nintendo loves nostalgia. Why not bring the original Animal Crossing into the modern era with a remake?
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Where is the line between streamer responsibility and Twitch accountability?

In the wake of hate raids and #ADayOffTwitch, has Twitch done enough to keep its users safe?
A banshee from Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands has some very convoluted pre-order bonuses

Gearbox announced all of the game's editions today, but they're oddly complex for a single game.
Gengar wears a space-themed suit for Unite's mobile launch.

Pokémon Unite comes to mobile with an all-new battle pass

To celebrate the mobile release of Pokémon Unite, players will be able to earn a variety of space-themed items.
Ho-Oh and Lugia fly onto the scene.

Pokémon HeartGold/SoulSilver set a high bar for Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl

HeartGold and SoulSilver are some of the best Pokémon remakes. Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are using them as a road map.
Loot pours out of a treasure chest.

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands gets a release date and wild gameplay trailer

The new Tiny Tina's Wonderlands trailer revealed gameplay, new mechanics, new playable characters, and the much-anticipated release date.
A child plays Big Brian Academy: Brain vs. Brain on Nintendo Switch.

Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain is coming to Switch this December

Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain will allow players to play its brainy minigames solo or against an opponent.