We spoke to Sega about designing the Genesis Mini
The Sega Genesis MIni is a wonderful mini console that authentically captures the original feeling of playing classic Genesis games. We spoke with Hiroyuki Miyazaki, the project lead on Sega's first mini console, to learn more about the development process and what went into choosing the 42-game library.
Everything we know about The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening for Nintendo Switch is a modern reimagining of the classic Game Boy game that will surely help ease the wait for the Breath of the Wild sequel. Though an authentic modernization of the original, Link's Awakening will bring new features when it launches September 20.
Here are all the biggest games from the E3 2019 Nintendo Direct
The E3 2019 Nintendo Direct was filled with several new game announcements, including a sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and a new game set in the Dark Crystal universe. Additional details were revealed on Astral Chain, Luigi's Mansion 3, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and more.
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening is endearing and wonderfully weird
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is as weird as I remembered. The super cute art style fits Koholint Island so well, while a couple of welcome mechanical improvements help combat and exploration. Framerate issues hampered the E3 2019 demo, but Nintendo will more than likely fix it before launch.
Everything we know about Resident Evil spinoff Project Resistance
Capcom is entering the asymmetrical survival horror genre with a Resident Evil spinoff called Project Resistance. Four young survivors must work together to escape a facility while a diabolical Mastermind tries to pick them off one by one. Project Resistance will release on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
Everything we know about Monster Hunter World: Iceborne
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne will add the largest region in the game to date, new monsters and reworked versions of existing ones, new mechanics, a Master Rank difficulty, and more. Here's everything we know about Monster Hunter World: Iceborne ahead of its September 6 launch on PS4 and Xbox One.
How to prepare for the powerful beasts in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne isn't your average expansion. Along with being large in scope, Iceborne houses the most challenging content in the New World. Ahead of Iceborne's September 6 launch on PS4 and Xbox One, we put together a guide to help you prepare for your adventure in Hoarfrost Reach.
How to play the Monster Hunter World: Iceborne beta
Capcom is holding another beta for Monster Hunter World: Iceborne that starts this weekend. This time around, Xbox One players will get to partake in the hunting action. Four monsters will be available to hunt in the beta, Great Jagras, Banbaro, Tigrex, and Velkhana, the icy new Elder Dragon.
Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live
To kick off the Gamescom 2019 festivities, Geoff Keighley hosted Opening Night Live, a presentation packed with new trailers and announcements. We saw new looks at Death Stranding, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Borderlands 3, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne, and much more during the two-hour event.
From Escape mode to story, here’s everything we know about Gears 5
The Coalition's second game in the Gears franchise drops the "of War" and will bring some big changes to Microsoft's flagship cover shooter. From a new cooperative mode called Escape to the new story to a peculiar crossover, here's everything we know about Gears 5 ahead of its September 10 launch.
Tips and and tricks to rack up knockouts in Madden NFL 20: Superstar KO
Madden NFL 20's Superstar KO mode is a lightning fast online mode that tasks you with managing your offense and defense with significantly smaller playbooks. Our Superstar KO mode guide will help you pick your team, your players, and offers tips for both sides of the ball so you can get the knockout.
Everything you need to know about NBA 2K20
NBA 2K20 is almost here, and developer Visual Concepts seems to have made some meaningful changes to the stable of modes and core gameplay, including the addition of WNBA teams and a story produced by LeBron James' content company. Here's what you need to know ahead of its September 6 tip-off.
Everything you need to know about World of Warcraft Classic
World of Warcraft Classic has arrived, warping players back to 2006 for some vanilla WoW action. Vanilla WoW is a different animal when it comes to combat, loot, builds, and more. We've compiled everything you need to know about World of Warcraft Classic, so you know what you're diving into right now.
Everything we know about Need for Speed Heat, including how you can play early
Need for Speed Heat will bring two distinct racing modes: A more leisurely, legal racing series during the day and a risky, not quite legal series by night. Ahead of Heat's November 8 launch on PS4, Xbox One, and PC, we've compiled everything you need to know from cars to customization and more.
Some future Sony exclusives could be released on PC as well
SIE Worldwide Studios chairman Shawn Layden said Sony could open up some of its future exclusive games to PC players, specifically those with an online multiplayer bent. Sony's recent slate of PS4 exclusives have been heavily single-player focused, so it will be interesting to see what the future holds.
Need for Speed Heat blazes onto consoles and PC November 8
Need for Speed Heat, the 16th entry in the mainline NFS series, races onto PS4, Xbox One, and PC November 8. Set in a new open world, Need for Speed Heat once again has a push and pull between street racers and the police. By day, you'll race in a legal series, but at night you'll have to avoid the cops.
A master’s guide to building the ultimate team in Madden NFL 20
Each year, EA Tiburon tweaks the card-collecting Ultimate Team mode in Madden NFL Football. Madden 20 is no exception to this, with the addition of missions and a refined upgrade system for cards. To help you get the lay of the land, we put together this handy Madden 20 Ultimate Team guide.
Tips and tricks for getting the edge on the gridiron in Madden NFL 20
Whether you're a seasoned Madden player or a football fan hitting EA Sports' virtual gridiron for the first time, we're here to help you get started off right. Our Madden NFL 20 tips and tricks cover choosing a game style experience, schemes, the increased importance of the run game, and more.
Madden NFL 20 gets college football so incredibly wrong
Madden NFL 20's Face of the Franchise mode fundamentally misunderstands modern college football. This isn't even a semblance of a return to NCAA Football; it has a premise that is so utterly not based in reality that you have to wonder if Madden's writers pay attention to college football -- at all.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare’s stark realism leaves a bombshell impression
With the help of a new engine and redesigned systems, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare feels remarkably fresh again. I spent three hours with the multiplayer and came away feeling like I did when I first played the original Modern Warfare. It could be an important turning point for the franchise.
Nvidia GeForce Now: Price, beta, features, and more
Nvidia was one of the early adopters of modern game streaming technology with its GeForce Now service. Currently in beta, Nvidia GeForce Now lets PC, Mac, and Nvidia Shield users stream games without needing high-powered local hardware. Here's everything you need to know about GeForce Now.
A beginner’s guide to whooping baddie butt in Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3
After a 13-year hiatus, dozens of superheroes are back in action in Marvel's Ultimate Alliance 3. A beat 'em up at its core, Ultimate Alliance 3 is easy to pick up and play. But there's more to it than just Hulk-smashing baddies. Our beginner's guide has nine tips and tricks to help you take down Thanos.
How to find all eight secret Infinity Rifts in Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3
Infinity Trials are challenges to complete outside of the main campaign in Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order. While most unlock naturally, eight of them are hidden throughout the campaign. Our guide walks you through how to quickly find all secret Infinity Rifts. Hint: Listen to Nick Fury.
Everything we know about Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order
After a ten-year hiatus, Marvel Ultimate Alliance is back with Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order on Switch. The co-op-focused action RPG sees you and three friends fight your way through a slew of villains to stop Thanos from securing the Infinity Stones. The Black Order launches July 19.
From arcade to simulation, here are the best racing games of all time
Racing games come in all different types, from serious sims to carnage-fueled arcade racers to cartoonish animated racers with items galore. In our best racing games list, we collected 20 games of all different stripes from multiple eras of video games. These are the best racing games of all time.
How to unlock everything in Super Mario Maker 2
Super Mario Maker 2 gives players an almost complete set of tools to design with from the start. But to unlock the actual complete set in Super Mario Maker 2, you'll have to play the Story Mode. Our guide shows you how to unlock the awesome Super Hammer and Superball Flower in Super Mario Maker 2.
The best looking games this year
The best looking games of 2018 came in all shapes and sizes, from photorealistic jaw-droppers to delightful indies that piqued our imaginations. Our ten picks include an artsy indie platformer, a gorgeous retro-infused JRPG, a colossal remake, an old school delight, and numerous AAA giants.
The best video games for kids, sorted by age group
Video games have the power to bring people together, and that starts with families. There are a wealth of great games out there that both parents and kids can enjoy together. We compiled a list of 30 games across all genres that are some of the best games for kids that a family can enjoy on game night.