Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order sure looks like it’s getting a sequel
Job listings at Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order studio Respawn Entertainment seem to confirm that a sequel to the game is in the works. It released in November to commercial and critical success, and we were big fans of the way it blended elements from several different popular games together.
Stadia’s bonus Buddy Pass shows just how much it’s struggling
The latest Google Stadia offer lets Founder's Edition members give another friend a three-month Buddy Pass. It points to trouble for the streaming service, which just launched in November and has received mixed reviews. Google will face more competition in the future from Microsoft's Project xCloud.
Sony just added the Xbox Elite controller’s best feature to PS4
Sony has added the best feature available on the Xbox Elite controller to PS4. New programmable back buttons will be available on PS4 controllers via an accessory that is far cheaper than a new controller. Multiple profiles can be saved on the device to easily switch to another player's preferred settings.
Microsoft says its next-generation console is actually just called Xbox
Microsoft has revealed that it's calling its next-generation ecosystem simply Xbox, with the Xbox Series X being only one of potentially several consoles available. The full name was unveiled at The Game Awards, and comes amid reports that a second, less-powerful version of the Xbox is coming.
Get Call of Duty: Modern Warfare at its Black Friday price right now
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is currently being offered at Walmart for just $38, which is what the game was priced at during Black Friday. With in-store pickup, you can still get the game for Christmas and surprise the Call of Duty fan in your life with a great gift underneath the tree.
Xbox Series X is the next Xbox, and it will arrive for the 2020 holiday season
Microsoft officially announced the next Xbox during The Game Awards 2019. It will be called Xbox Series X, and it will be supported by the sequel to the hit game Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice. The console's form factor resembles a PC, and it can be placed either vertically or horizontally.
New World, Amazon Games’ Age of Exploration MMO, arrives in May
Amazon Games has officially revealed that its MMO game New World will launch in May 2020. The news was revealed at The Game Awards, and you can pre-order the game now for special bonuses, including closed beta access in April 2020. The game makes use of Amazon's cloud services to power its world.
Axiom Verge 2 brings classic Metroidvania action to Nintendo Switch in 2020
Tom Happ officially announced Axiom Verge 2, a sequel to his original Metroidvania game that is scheduled to arrive on Nintendo Switch in 2020. The game was teased with a brief trailer, and no other platforms have been announced thus far. The first game released for nearly every console and PC platform.
Greatness is here: Minecraft on PS4 finally gets full crossplay support
Minecraft on PS4 will finally be upgraded to the game's Bedrock Edition this week, meaning its players can enjoy the game with those on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch systems for the first time. Crossplay between other platforms has been enabled since 2018, with PS4 initially left out of the fun.
PS5 could let users share controller inputs in single-player games
A patent filing by Sony could point to a new feature in the PS5 that could let players share the controller inputs in a single-player game, and even vote on who gets to perform which actions. The feature would make use of the cloud is the latest in a growing list of social features that could come to the console.
Nintendo Switch set a new sales record during Black Friday, despite few discounts
The Nintendo Switch managed to set a new sales record in the United States for the week of Black Friday, selling more than 830,000 systems when combining the standard Switch and the Switch Lite. The system has recently received several big-name exclusives including Luigi's Mansion 3 and Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Imgur Melee gives players an easy way to share their best gaming moments
Imgur Melee is a just-launched gaming-highlights platform that lets players easily share their favorite moments. Viewers can watch clips based on games they are following and give experience to creators. Creators can also import clips directly from Twitch to help build up their audience.
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis remake is all but confirmed as images pop up online
Store images for a Resident Evil 3 remake have appeared on an official PlayStation site, just days before The Game Awards. A full remake of Resident Evil 2 was released earlier this year to commercial and critical acclaim for Capcom. It retold the original story with updated gameplay and visuals.
PlayStation celebrates Guinness World Record as best-selling home console brand
Sony and PlayStation have been awarded the Guinness World Record for the best-selling home video game console brand of all time, with more than 450 million systems sold since the first PlayStation launched in 1994. The PS4 has managed to sell more than 100 million units in its lifetime already.
Turtle Beach headsets for Xbox and PS4 get huge price cuts for Cyber Monday
Amazon is offering huge savings on several different Turtle Beach headsets for Cyber Monday. These range from more expensive, feature-heavy models to cheaper headsets for smaller budgets. The Recon 70 headset is compatible with all consoles, PC, and mobile, even if branded for a separate system.
Save on a year of PlayStation Plus with Amazon’s Black Friday sale
Amazon is currently offering a $15 discount on a yearly membership to PlayStation Plus, which is a required service for playing online multiplayer on PlayStation 4. The service also offers free games, as well as additional discounts and use of the cloud save system in case your local save data is erased.
Save hundreds with these PlayStation VR and PS4 console Black Friday deals
You can currently buy a PlayStation VR Mega Pack bundle for just $200, giving you the headset, camera, and five of the best games available on the headset. Paired with a $200 PS4 that also includes three of the best standard PlayStation 4 games of the generation, it's an absolute steal.
PS5 could let you easily play user-created content through screenshots
The PlayStation 5 could include a feature that lets you play user-generated content using data in screenshots or video clips. A patent application was published this month in the United States. It would potentially make finding content in games like Dreams significantly easier than before.
Beat Saber studio joins Facebook, but will not give in to the dark side
Beat Games, the studio behind Beat Saber, has joined the Facebook-owned Oculus Studios. The studio's game is one of the most popular games available on VR platforms, including Oculus Rift and Quest. Facebook said it is going to continue making major VR-related announcements over the next year.
Steam Autumn Sale makes sure PC players aren’t left out of the Black Friday fun
The Steam Autumn Sale has officially kicked off, giving PC players the chance to buy popular games like Gears 5 and Rage 2 at huge discounts. New games and older titles are available through the sale, and it's one of the best opportunities to save on digital game purchases of the entire year.
Electronic Arts sees cloud gaming as entry point for 1 billion players
Electronic Arts believes that cloud gaming could introduce video games to an additional 1 billion players, making almost half of the world's population gamers. More than 2.6 billion currently play games, which require access to a device such as a console, phone, or PC to run them locally.
Sticking to 2D: Don’t expect Xbox Scarlett to support VR
Microsoft's Phil Spencer has revealed that he has no plans to support virtual reality on the upcoming Xbox system Project Scarlett. The PS4 and PS5 both support PlayStation VR headsets, and the Oculus Quest allows players to experience VR without needing an external PC, phone, or console at all.
Don’t expect Microsoft’s Project xCloud to get exclusive games
Microsoft's Project xCloud will let you play Xbox games on devices such as mobile phones and tablets, but don't expect the service to offer exclusive games like Google does with Stadia. Microsoft is currently working on developing the service as a different form factor for Xbox players, rather than a competing service.
CD Projekt Red won’t rule out microtransactions in Cyberpunk 2077 spinoff
CD Projekt Red has said that it has not ruled out microtransactions or some other form of monetization in its upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer spinoff. The game will not be part of Cyberpunk 2077 itself, which will only be single-player and will launch next April on consoles, PC, and Google Stadia.
Sony says PlayStation 5 will be world’s fastest console, then takes it back
A now-removed line from a job posting at Sony claimed the PS5 will be the world's fastest game console, but can the next PlayStation system make good on that promise, or will Xbox Scarlett reign supreme? Both consoles are due to release for the holidays in 2020, with no firm launch dates set.
Is GameStop doomed? The experts don’t think so
Video game retail giant GameStop has been closing stores amid struggling sales, but its recent troubles don’t mean that the company is destined to fail. We talked with expert analysts to learn how GameStop can survive, even as more players move to downloading games or streaming them via the cloud.
GameStop offers huge savings on Call of Duty and The Division 2 for Black Friday
GameStop has released its Black Friday 2019 ad, and it will be offering huge savings on new video games including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Gears 5, Borderlands 3, and Ghost Recon Breakpoint. There will also be deals available for new game consoles, including Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order review
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is hardly the most unique take we've seen in a video game adaptation of the franchise. Despite this, its blending of several games and Star Wars tropes works, resulting in a game that excels in both combat and in quieter story-focused and exploration-heavy moments.
Another one! Amazon could announce game-streaming service in 2020
Amazon could be preparing to announce its own game-streaming service in 2020. The company founded a game development division several years ago but has canceled multiple projects since then and seen several high-profile developers leave the company and return to veteran game studios instead.