Here’s everything we know about Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is the latest game from Dark Souls and Bloodborne developer From Software. Here is everything we know about the new game, including its setting and combat changes. Sekiro is due to release on March 22 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, along with a collector's edition.
The Division 2 offers nothing but a funhouse mirror of America
Tom Clancy's The Division 2 improves on the design shortcomings of the original game in several different ways, but its version of Washington D.C. is completely removed from reality. As a result, it's difficult to suspend your disbelief and buy into the idea that these events could ever happen.
Get over here! All the details on next week’s Mortal Kombat 11 closed beta
Mortal Kombat 11 will hold its closed beta period from March 28 through March 31, giving those who pre-ordered the game the chance to check it out prior to its official launch in April. The closed beta is only available for Xbox One and PS4, but the full game will also be available on PC and Nintendo Switch.
One-armed Marine veteran wins ‘Apex Legends’ match using his feet
Twitch user ToeYouUp may have had one of his arms amputated, but that hasn't stopped the Marines veteran from competing in his favorite games. He recently won an Apex Legends match using his feet, and based on only the gameplay footage, you wouldn't know he controls his weapon with toes.
EA is losing out on the true potential of Titanfall studio with ‘Apex Legends’
Apex Legends is a solid battle royale game, but I can’t shake the feeling that its creation was dictated by Respawn’s new owners: Electronic Arts. In the process, the studio’s soul could be lost, forced to play follow-the-leader like so many other of EA’s other development teams.
Report: New Apex Legends character leaked, coming soon with Battle Pass
According to a report from Daily Esports, a new character named Octane is set to arrive in Apex Legends around March 12. This will also apparently be when the game's Battle Pass launches, offering cosmetic items up for those who purchase it. The game passed 50 million players in just one month.
Fortnite season 8 arrives with a volcano, a cannon, and some Apex Legends wisdom
Epic Games has finally unveiled Fortnite Season 8. The new content is largely pirate-themed, with a powerful cannon weapon and new areas underneath a volcano spewing lava. An addition from Apex Legends was also made, giving players a new way to communicate with each other during a match.
‘Apex Legends’ racked up over 1 million players in less than eight hours
Respawn Entertainment's Apex Legends was able to get more than 1 million unique players in just eight hours. The battle royale shooter is a spinoff of the Titanfall series, and is set after the events of Titanfall 2. It's available now on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC, but doesn't support cross-play.
Epic Games is offering $100 million to game developers with no catch
Epic Games launched a new grant program called Epic MegaGrants. The program will dish out $100 million in funds to developers working in the 3D graphics community, even if they don't use Unreal Engine. Those making games, movies, programs for enterprise, or tools or add-ons are all encouraged to apply.
Blackout to go? Call of Duty: Mobile is coming this summer
Activision and Tencent have partnered to create Call of Duty: Mobile, a free-to-play version of the popular shooter franchise that will be available on iOS and Android devices this summer. It will feature popular competitive multiplayer maps and modes, and appears to feature battle royale as well.
Amazon drops a deal on SteelSeries Arctis 3 gaming headset for Nintendo Switch
Amazon is currently running a deal on the SteelSeries Arctis 3 gaming headset, which is compatible with Nintendo Switch as well as Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC, mobile, and virtual reality. The SteelSeries Arctis 3 features a Discord-certified microphone as well as breathable material so you can game all day without getting warm.
Snapchat could soon let you play games in between your selfies
If a new report is accurate, Snapchat will be getting an integrated gaming platform in April. The platform will feature mobile games form third-party developers, and one publisher is already signed on. Snapchat previously introduced AR games that made use of your device's camera in the app.
Sony could use a robot to turn your PlayStation into a fitness machine
Sony has submitted a patent application for a robotic device equipped with a camera to assist in your workout. The images included seem to suggest that the device will work with your PlayStation console, but it remains to be seen if this is referring to the PS4 or whatever comes next, like the PS5.
Achievements unlocked: Xbox Live is coming to mobile devices
Microsoft officially announced that Xbox Live features, including Achievements and friends lists, will be coming to iOS and Android games. Developers will be able to pick and choose which features to use, and the progress you make will be consistent across your mobile device, Xbox, and PC.
Gather your wands and take a first look at Harry Potter: Wizards Unite
Niantic and Warner Bros. have provided Harry Potter fans with their first look at the AR game Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. The game will be similar in structure to Pokémon Go, but with tweaks including 360-degree AR areas pulled from the movie series. No release date has been given yet.
Sekiro: Shadow Die Twice launch trailer is filled with truly weird enemies
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is nearing its release date, and the game has received an official launch trailer to celebrate. It's filled with truly odd enemies, including a bull with a flaming log for horns. The trailer also features some of the crazy gadgets and weapons you'll be able to use.
Devil May Cry 5 is fantastic, but DmC: Devil May Cry’s message is more relevant
Capcom's Devil May Cry 5 is one of the best games of 2019 and a welcome return for the series, but its success should not discount just how wonderful Ninja Theory's DmC: Devil May Cry really was. The reimagined version of the series was criticized for its change in tone and characterization.
PDP LVL 50 headsets prove price doesn’t always equal quality
The PDP LVL 50 headset line offers comfort and sound quality at a price nearly any console player can afford, but one of the headsets emerged as the clear victor during our time with them. The wired headsets start at $50, and all four models use a flip-to-mute feature for the microphone.
The next Xbox could be disc-free and arrive as soon as May
Microsoft is reportedly set to unveil a new disc-free version of the Xbox One S, and it could arrive as early as May. The console will likely see a steep price cut compared to the current Xbox One S, but it doesn't appear that it will impact the continued sale of Xbox One systems with disc drives.
EA has no idea why Anthem is crashing your PlayStation 4
Players have reported that EA's new game Anthem is crashing their PlayStation 4 consoles, but the company doesn't appear to know exactly why this is happening. The game is also on Xbox One and PC, but the worst problems have plagued Sony's system, with some being unable access their data again.
Remastered version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 may be in the works
A rating for a remastered campaign for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 was spotted on the PEGI board. The listing has since been removed, but seems to imply that the multiplayer mode will not be included. Developer Infinity Ward has not released any details on its planned Call of Duty game for 2019.
‘Anthem’: Everything we know about Bioware’s next game
Anthem is an upcoming Destiny-esque game from BioWare with plenty of features to offer and we're here to tell you all about it. From gameplay, Javelin skins, and DLC, to microtransactions, boss fights, and post-launch content, here is everything you should know before you jump and fly into this new world.