Miss any game announcements from E3 2015? Get caught up in 3 minutes

By Joshua Smith Published June 17, 2015

Though the likes of Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo all had the chance to share their latest news at E3 2015, so did the developers behind the games. And with major titles like Fallout 4, Star Wars: Battlefront, and a remake of Final Fantasy 7 coming within a year, they brought plenty to the table. Bethesda, EA, Ubisoft and Square Enix each shared tons of important news with fans at their respective press conferences.

We distilled down hours of talking heads on stage to just three quick minutes of all the gaming news you need to know in this DT highlight reel.

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Xbox Cloud Gaming could soon let players use their smartphones as controllers on TVs

Microsoft is testing a new feature that turns your smartphone into a virtual Xbox controller for gaming on supported smart TVs.

Xbox Cloud Gaming already lets you play console games on a compatible smart TV without owning an Xbox. But there's still one piece of hardware you need to get started. A controller. Microsoft is now testing a way to get around that requirement, allowing players to use their Android phone or iPhone as a virtual gamepad. The game runs on the television, while your phone takes care of the controls.

The feature is part of two new Xbox Cloud Gaming previews, and there's an interesting difference compared to what Sony offers with its PS5.

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God of War Laufey runs into a delay, but thankfully, it’s not that bad

It is now expected to land on May 20 next year.

God of War: Laufey is one of the most highly anticipated games out there, and anyone who has been loyal to the PlayStation side of the console wars is waiting for the latest installment in the series. Unfortunately, you’ll have to wait a little longer to boot it up on your console. Earlier today, Santa Monica Studio announced that it’s delaying the game, which is now expected to land on May 20 next year.

The studio didn’t give a reason for the delay, but says it will use the extra time to further polish and optimize the game, so it offers players the best experience possible. Below is the full statement released by the studio:

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Microsoft stuffed an Xbox Series X inside an alligator, and you could actually win it

Xbox just made the most Florida gaming console imaginable

A new special edition console from Microsoft isn't something new. Over the years, Xbox consoles have been a part of plenty of limited-edition collaborations, including a controller modeled after Deadpool's backside. But its latest creation just takes the cake.

Microsoft has stuffed an entire Xbox Series X inside a giant alligator, and the fun part is that you could take this monstrosity home. Meet the new Xbox Series X-BITE, a one-of-a-kind console that looks like an alligator swallowed Microsoft's gaming hardware whole. According to Xbox's official announcement, the bizarre creation is part of a special giveaway celebrating the company's upcoming trip to Florida.