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Rage 2 PC requirements are steep, so play it on this custom Dreamcast instead
Bethesda revealed the PC requirements of Rage 2, which may be too steep for some gamers. Instead of upgrading their rigs, players may first want to join a raffle to win a custom Dreamcast that can run the first-person shooter.
Mobile
It's Pixel season! Here's everything we expect to see at Google I/O next week
It's almost time for Google to show us its most highly-anticipated releases of early 2019. But what can you expect at Google I/O 2019? More details of the new Android version are certain, but there are seemingly a few surprises.
Mobile
How to watch live as Google unveils its next-gen tech at I/O
Google I/O is almost here, and we're excited to find out what Google has planned. But what if you're not happy to receive your news second-hand? Here's how to watch the Google I/O keynote and stay up-to-date.
Gaming
Microsoft tries to dial back trash talk on Xbox Live, but ‘get wrecked’ is fine
Microsoft released its Community Standards for Xbox, which looks to prevent unwanted behavior within the Xbox Live community. One part of the document focuses on trash talk in online multiplayer games.
Gaming
Apex Legends crackdown continues: Respawn bans 770,000 cheaters
Respawn Entertainment has now banned 770,000 cheaters from the PC version of Apex Legends. The developer has also blocked more than 300,000 account creations and banned more than 4,000 cheat seller accounts.
Gaming
World Video Game Hall of Fame class of 2019 includes Solitaire, Mortal Kombat
The World Video Game Hall of Fame class of 2019 immortalizes four inductees. They are Colossal Cave Adventure, Microsoft's Solitaire, the original Mortal Kombat, and Super Mario Kart, which will all be on permanent display at The Strong.
Digital Trends Live
Digital Trends Live: Escooter safety, Swarm A.I., Spotify’s voice-enabled ads
On today’s DT Live, we look into the potential dangers of riding escooters, Spotify’s voice-enabled advertising, Swarm A.I., the induction of Microsoft’s Solitaire into the video game hall of fame, and more.
Gaming
One developer expects next Xbox and PS5 to be more powerful than Google Stadia
Frederik Schreiber, the vice president of 3D Realms, has some strong feelings about the Google Stadia game streaming platform. The service goes live later this year and will be more powerful than current consoles.
Mobile
Google celebrates Star Wars Day with discounts on games and content
Google announced a series of discounts on the Google Play Store for a number of Star Wars-related apps. There are also a ton of discounts on content and in-app purchases in Star Wars Android games.
Gaming
New Infinity Ward-developed Call of Duty will be revealed before the end of June
Activision has confirmed that an official reveal for the next Call of Duty will happen before the end of June. With Infinity Ward handling development, the most credible suggestion is that Modern Warfare 4 is up next.
Gaming
From explosive combat to new abilities, here's what we know about Rage 2 so far
Rage 2 is an upcoming first-person shooter from Bethesda, id Software, and Avalanche Studios. While there's plenty returning from the first entry, there are loads of new features to get excited about. Here's everything we know about it.
Gaming
Sonic the Hedgehog director confirms character redesign after backlash
The director of the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog film announced that the character will be getting a redesign. The original design was met with backlash after the film's first trailer dropped.
Gaming
Keep the peace and learn how to kick the creeps from Discord
Discord users can violate the chatting app's guidelines, and you can report them in order to make sure the proper disciplinary action can be taken. Here is how to report someone in Discord.
Gaming
Retire the oversized keyboard. Here's how to game on PC with an Xbox controller
Tired of gaming on your PC with a keyboard and mouse? Ditch the traditional setup and take advantage of our simple step-by-step guide on how to connect an Xbox One controller to a PC.
Gaming
Use the treasure map and find the Battle Star in this week's Fortnite Challenge
The Fortnite week 10 challenges have arrived as we near the end of season 8. One of the biggest challenges this week is a two-part challenge that tasks us with searching the treasure map signpost in Junk Junction and Paradise Palms for a…
Digital Trends Live
Digital Trends Live: Google I/O preview, Blue Origin rocket test, and more
On the latest episode of DT Live, we preview the Google I/O conference, and discuss the Pixel 3a leak, Blue Origin’s space tourism rocket launch, contact lenses with AR capabilities, Bethesda’s Rage 2 release, and more.
Gaming
Fortnite update’s Shadow Bomb turns you into an invisible and nimble ninja
Fortnite's new Shadow Bomb renders a Battle Royale player temporarily invisible, opening up a new way to escape or attack unsuspecting enemies. Save the World also gets a new gun while Creative welcomes some tasty additions.
Gaming
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite beta offers early microtransaction details
Niantic's Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is launching sometime in 2019. Before that, the company must iron out how microtransactions balance with gameplay. The beta gave some giving insight into how players can spend their money.