The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild glitch makes Sidon your humble steed
A newly discovered glitch in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild allows players to transform Prince Sidon into Link's humble steed. Prince Sidon is not an efficient form of transportation, but he may entertain players who are waiting for the next games in the series to arrive on the Nintendo Switch.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild tagged as franchise’s bestselling game
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has taken the title as the bestselling game in the long-running Nintendo franchise. The game, a launch title for the Nintendo Switch and also released on the Wii U, took two years to outsell Twilight Princess, which was rolled out to the GameCube and Wii.
Google Maps adds tools to help people recover from drug, alcohol addiction
Google Maps, as part of National Recovery Month, added two new features that will support people on the path to recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. The first tool marks more than 83,000 recovery support meetings, while the second tool reveals nearby establishments where Naloxone may be obtained.
Minecraft stays strong after 10 years with 112 million players per month
Minecraft stays dominant in the video game industry with 112 million players per month, even though 10 years have passed since it launched. The game's wide availability contributed to the achievement, but making the milestone more impressive is that it is not free-to-play, unlike today's standard-bearers.
Universal’s Super Nintendo World may feature Nintendo Switch integration
Super Nintendo World, which will open first in Universal Studios Japan, may feature some form of Nintendo Switch integration to add to the interactive experience. Visitors will also be wearing magnetic wristbands that will keep scores as the wearer plays different games throughout the theme park.
Civilization VI tries to cash in on battle royale craze with new Red Death mode
Turn-based strategy game Civilization VI tries to take advantage of the battle royale craze through its new Red Death mode. In the multiplayer mode, players lead a faction in as they fight over limited resources while the play area continues to shrink, which resembles battle royale mechanics.
Gwent: The Witcher Card Game goes mobile with iOS release in October
Gwent: The Witcher Card Game, which was originally released for the PC and consoles, is set to go mobile next month with an iOS release on October 29. The collectible card game, which started out as a minigame in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, will share progress between the PC and iOS versions.
Microsoft patent reveals liquid-filled hinge to make better foldable devices
A Microsoft patent reveals a liquid-filled hinge that will make foldable devices more durable by reducing stress on the screens and preventing the entry of debris. It remains to be seen whether the technology will make its way into a product, though it will likely not be part of the rumored Centaurus.
Spotify family plan members required to prove they live at the same address
Spotify now requires members of a family plan to prove that they live in the same address to limit the practice of friends availing themselves of the cheaper subscription price. The music streaming service said that it will request location data from time to time, raising privacy concerns.
Final Fantasy VII Remake will also offer turn-based gameplay with Classic Mode
The Final Fantasy VII Remake, which will have an action-oriented battle system, will also offer Classic Mode to bring back the original RPG's turn-based gameplay. The feature was highlighted by series producer Yoshinori Kitase at the Tokyo Game Show, alongside the squat mini-game and Ifrit.
Shady World of Warcraft Classic farming method catches Blizzard’s attention
A shady farming and leveling method in World of Warcraft Classic has caught Blizzard's attention, as the community grows concerned that it will make some players too overpowered early on. The developer said that measures to prevent the exploit are on the way while downplaying the severity of the problem.
Blizzard sues Sina Games for blatant Warcraft rip-off Glorious Saga
Blizzard filed a lawsuit against Sina Games due to Glorious Saga, which blatantly ripped off Warcraft with the usage of characters and other assets from the franchise. Glorious Saga has since been taken down, and while it is still available on the Google Play Store, it no longer launches.
World of Warcraft Classic beta testers confusing old-school features for bugs
Blizzard released a "not a bug" list for World of Warcraft Classic, as beta testers apparently kept sending in reports for features that were working as intended. The list includes the large hitboxes of Taurens and the "Your skill in Protection increased to 15" message that appears upon leveling up.
Hideo Kojima confirms Very Easy Mode in Death Stranding for non-gamers
Hideo Kojima confirmed that Death Stranding will offer a Very Easy Mode for non-gamers who will be playing it for the storyline. With a star a star-studded cast that includes Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelsen, and Lea Seydoux in the lead roles, it is easy to confuse the game with a Hollywood film.
Pokémon Masters is no Pokémon Go, but it’s good enough for $26M in first week
Pokémon Masters earned $26 million in its first week, which is not enough to match the overwhelming popularity of Pokémon Go in its first seven days. The revenue is good for the second-best mobile launch for a Pokémon game though, beating Pokémon Quest, Pokémon Magikarp Jump, and Pokémon Rumble Rush.
Denver Nuggets MVP candidate looks different in NBA 2K20, drawing player outrage
NBA 2K20 players have expressed their disapproval of the character design for Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic, an MVP candidate. Jokic is one of the league's elite players and the Nuggets are an exciting team, which increases the chances that the visual shortcoming will be highlighted.
No more regular schedule in release of Nintendo Switch Online NES, SNES games
The addition of more retro games to Nintendo Switch Online will no longer follow a regular schedule, according to a company representative. In the meantime, subscribers may play the recently added library of 20 popular SNES games, in addition to the service's NES titles, for their kick of nostalgia.
Patent reveals possible new Nintendo Switch Joy-Con design with hinges
A patent found in Japan's official database revealed a possible new design for the Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons. The removable controllers may soon be updated with hinges to make them more comfortable for longer play sessions, as Nintendo continues to try new ideas for its innovative console.
Tile deepens Google Assistant integration as competition with Apple looms
Tile deepened the integration of its item trackers with Google Assistant, allowing users to ask help in finding their lost things even if their phone is not around. It remains to be seen if more updates are on the way, in preparation for the rumored launch of Apple's own version of the accessory.
This Nintendo Switch Lite snap-on case with flip cover highlights its perks
Nintendo is offering a snap-on case with flip cover for the Nintendo Switch Lite that protects the console's joysticks and screen without adding bulk. It is being sold in Japan for about $35, but it remains unclear if the accessory will find its way to Nintendo's online store in the United States.
Facebook taps Minecraft as training ground for next stage of A.I.
Facebook researchers have chosen Minecraft as the training environment for the next stage of artificial intelligence. A.I. assistants are currently limited to performing one task well, but the game may help create a generalist A.I. that is capable of carrying out different kinds of activities.
Minecraft Earth beta rolls out for Android with feature not found in iOS version
The Minecraft Earth closed beta is now available for invited Android players, starting in Seattle, London, Tokyo, Stockholm, and Mexico City. To make up for the delayed beta release on Android compared to the iOS version, the Android beta will offer a feature that is currently not available on iOS.
Apple item trackers found in iOS 13: How will the Tile competitor work?
Apple is reportedly working on item trackers that will launch as Tile competitors, and code for the products was found by MacRumors in an internal build of iOS 13. New features, such as sounds coming from the trackers and augmented reality balloons, will allow users to easily find tagged items.
Hackers used scarily simple way to take over Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey’s account
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey's account on the social media platform fell victim to an old hacking method named SIM swapping. The attackers, who call themselves the Chuckling Squad, were able to acquire his phone number, which allowed them to tweet out offensive messages before Twitter took back control.
Leaked PlayStation 5 design looks out of this world in renders
A patent filed by Sony in Brazil reportedly revealed the design of the PlayStation 5, leading to renders of an out-of-this-world console. A veteran developer confirmed that the drawings were for the PlayStation 5, with the chance that this is what the console will look like once it is released.
Microsoft opens Chromium Edge bug bounty program with rewards up to $30,000
Microsoft launched a bug bounty program for the new Chromium Edge browser, with rewards ranging from $1,000 to $30,000. The highest reward tier will be given to the researcher who can find a combination of an Elevation of Privilege flaw and a Windows Defender Application Guard container escape.
Book publishers sue Amazon’s Audible in attempt to block speech-to-text feature
Major publishers sued Amazon's Audible in an attempt to block a new feature. Audible Captions will use machine learning to transcribe spoken words in audiobooks into written ones to help children with their literacy skills, but the lawsuit claims that the company does not have the necessary licenses.
Huawei Mate 30 will stay on Android, but a Harmony OS smartwatch is on the way
The Huawei Mate 30 and Huawei Mate 30 Pro will stick to Android and not yet move to the Harmony OS, as the Chinese company wants to maintain one ecosystem. A Huawei executive said that no Harmony OS-powered smartphone is in the works, but a smartwatch running the operating system is on the way.
Sony gave away one of the best PlayStation VR games to some PlayStation 4 owners
Sony gave away free copies of PlayStation VR exclusive Astro Bot Rescue Mission to some PlayStation 4 gamers. The selection process for the giveaway is unclear, as both those who own and do not own the virtual reality system received an email, so it would be best for everyone to check their inbox.
PlayStation 4 exclusive Dreams takes home Best of Gamescom 2019 award
Dreams, the ambitious PlayStation 4 exclusive by Media Molecule that will give players tools to make their own content, bagged the Best of Gamescom 2019 award. Sony's presence at the annual event was lighter compared to previous years, but it still raked in recognition at the Gamescom 2019 Awards.
