‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ goes all-in on fan service, and it’s better for it
The ridiculous number of characters and stages in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate proves Nintendo understands the series is about fan service, not competitive fighting, and the game will be better for it. In what other game will you ever see Wario and Bayonetta fighting each other over a Poké Ball?
Storytelling masterpiece ‘Gone Home’ is headed to the Nintendo Switch
Fullbright's acclaimed first-person adventure game Gone Home will arrive to Nintendo Switch later this month. The game is available now on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Set during the 1990s, the game follows protagonist Katie as she returns from a trip to find her house completely empty.
New HyperX MicroSD cards give you plenty of space for Nintendo Switch games
Peripheral company HyperX is jumping into the Nintendo Switch accessories business -- kind of. Its new line of MicroSD cards are designed to work with Nintendo's console and come in several capacities. The cards are also compatible with mobile phones and other devices that support MicroSD.
Global domination: Sony has sold more than 500 million PlayStation systems
The PlayStation brand has remained popular for well over two decades, and Sony has managed to pass a new milestone. To date, more than 500 million PlayStation consoles have been sold, including more than 80 million PlayStation 4 systems. The original PlayStation launched in Japan in 1994.
Blizzard has multiple Diablo projects in the works, details coming this year
Blizzard revealed in an update video today that it has multiple Diablo projects in the works. The studio plans to reveal more information on them later this year, but it's not clear if any are full sequels. Blizzard is also prepping for the launch of World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth.
‘Grand Theft Auto Online’ players worry powerful new vehicle may ruin game
Grand Theft Auto Online players are concerned that an upcoming flying vehicle could ruin free-roaming mode for the other players. The vehicle sports missiles, countermeasures, and machine guns, and it's capable of zipping across the street and air at a speed much quicker than most other vehicles.
Your ‘Fallout 76’ beta progress will carry over to the final game
The progress you make in the Fallout 76 beta test will carry into the full game when it launches, Bethesda has confirmed. The online multiplayer title will be available in its entirety during the beta test, but it requires a pre-order in order to gain access. Xbox One players will get to try it out first.
‘Pokémon Go’ studio Niantic plans to add trainer battles by the end of the year
Pokémon Go developer Niantic has revealed that it plans to add trainer-versus-trainer battles to the AR game by the end of 2018. The game launched back in 2016 for iOS and Android, and monster trading was enabled earlier this year. Pokémon Go continues to add new Pokémon and other features over time.
‘Destiny 2’ Solstice of Heroes event offers a discount on custom T-shirt
Destiny 2's Solstice of Heroes event celebrates players' achievements in the game's first year, and they will be able to spend in-game points toward a discount on a customized T-shirt. Other rewards, including a new Sparrow vehicle, will also be available when the event officially begins on July 31.
The newest trailer for ‘Slender Man’ movie is as spooky as you’d expect
The infamous Slender Man is starring in his own film of the same name and the second trailer sheds some new light on plot and main cast. It follows a group of teens as they attempt to unravel the mystery of a friend's disappearance.The trailer also gives us a better look at the titular monster.
Latest ‘Destiny 2: Forsaken’ trailer shows off a double-barreled rocket launcher
The Destiny 2: Forsaken expansion launches this September, and it brings several new weapons that could completely change how players approach both competitive and cooperative play. Among the new weapons are a double-barreled rocket launcher and a beam rifle that fires an explosive stream of fire.
New ‘Ghost Recon Wildlands’ mission pays tribute to canceled Rainbow Six game
A new crossover mission in Ghost Recon Wildlands has the Ghosts team up with the Rainbow Six squad, and it makes mention of the canceled Rainbow 6: Patriots, which was eventually replaced by Rainbow Six Siege. The game would have been story-heavy and focused on an American radical-left terrorist group.
‘Hellblade’ comes to VR, free for those who own the game on Steam
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is already an incredibly immersive game, and it will become even more so when it comes to HTC Vive and Oculus Rift July 31. The VR version will be free for those who own the game on Steam, and you'll be able to play the complete Hellblade experience in virtual reality.
‘Fallout: Miami’ mod offers ‘Fallout 4’ a taste of (a destroyed) paradise
The official trailer for Fallout: Miami -- a mod for Fallout 4 -- has been released, and it looks to be made with as much polish as the original game. The mod contains an all-new area and missions, as well as paradise-themed weapons, soda, and decorations -- so that you can feel right at home.
Nintendo gets GitHub-hosted Game Boy Advance emulator taken down
Nintendo has successfully filed a formal takedown request with GitHub over a Game Boy Advance emulator hosted on the website. The emulator also included access to ROMs of Nintendo games, including popular titles like Wario Land 4, Fire Emblem, Super Mario Advance, F-Zero: Maximum Velocity, and Advance Wars.
Speedrunner completes all five main Fallout games in under 90 minutes
A Fallout speedrunner has managed to complete the four numbered games and New Vegas in less than 90 minutes, setting a new world record. The final time was calculated with loading times removed, and was accomplished with a mix of glitches and exploits. Other spinoff games were not included.
Nerf this – literally: ‘Overwatch’ to get Nerf gun line in 2019
Hasbro seems to have taken D.Va's "Nerf this" taunt to heart, as the company is producing a line of Overwatch Nerf guns to begin releasing in 2019. The first of these will be Reaper's shotgun, and the company said special color-code darts will be released for each character's Nerf weapon.
Nintendo sues two websites for distributing ROMs of its games
Nintendo has filed a lawsuit against two separate websites over their distributing of ROMs of Nintendo games. One site has already been taken offline as a result, while another removed Nintendo games from its library. Nintendo has been an outspoken opponent of emulators and piracy for years.
Zombie campaigns in ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 4’ to support local split-screen play
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 may have ditched its campaign this year, but the game will still support local cooperative play in its popular Zombies campaigns. Three will be available at launch, and there will be extra customization options so players can personalize perks to their playing style.
Take notes in style with Moleskine’s old-school Mario-themed books
Moleskine has unveiled a new line of Mario-themed notebooks so you can go to class or work in style. Several different types are available, including notebooks that resemble the NES and Game Boy, and a rolltop backpack is also an option for those looking to encase their laptop in a warm Mario hug.
‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 4’ zombie story brings back fan favorites
Activision and Treyarch have released the story trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 4's "Blood of the Dead" zombies campaign. It stars some classic zombie characters and takes place in Alcatraz. If you're interested in even more zombies campaigns, the game will launch with three of them.
‘Pokémon Go’ to jail: Japanese man accused of selling modding accessories
Japanese police have arrested a man accused of selling modified Pokémon Go accessories that allow players to interact with the game without having to do anything but walk by an area. He is alleged to have sold four modified Pokémon Go Plus wristbands between January and February of this year.
‘Middle-earth: Shadow of War’ update banishes all microtransactions
A new update for Middle-earth: Shadow of War has removed all microtransactions. Their presence in the original version of the game drew criticism, particularly because it's a single-player title. The update also includes improvements to the progression system, as well as the endgame challenge.
Someone made a working analog alarm clock from Nintendo Labo
Nintendo recently held the Nintendo Labo Creators Contest to award players who made the best custom gadgets, and one builder even constructed a working analog alarm clock from cardboard. Nine total winners were selected, with three coming from each contest category. A second contest begins July 19.