Blizzard changes its tune, says ‘Overwatch’ could run on Nintendo Switch
Blizzard's hugely popular multiplayer shooter Overwatch isn't available on Nintendo Switch, but one of the studio's senior producers says that it could technically run on the hybrid console. Blizzard brings its game Diablo III to the Switch later this year with special Zelda-themed content.
‘Diablo III’ is bringing loot-filled goodness to the Nintendo Switch this year
Blizzard's acclaimed action-RPG Diablo III will reportedly be coming to Nintendo Switch later this year, and it will include four-player cooperative play on the console. Blizzard previously said it had multiple Diablo projects in the works, with one of them presumably being a full-fledged Diablo 4.
No one’s buying EA’s flagship game ‘Battlefield V’
Market analysts at Cowen have said that the early pre-order numbers for Electronic Arts' upcoming shooter Battlefield V have been disappointing. The game is scheduled to arrive this October, and will release in between Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 and Red Dead Redemption 2 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
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.
‘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?
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.
‘Fortnite’ for Android beta confirmed as timed exclusive for Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and more
The Fortnite beta on Android will be a timed exclusive to the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and other Galaxy devices. It's not a lengthy exclusive, though, as Epic says the game will come to other Android devices within a week. Samsung Galaxy owners will also earn an exclusive 'Galaxy' skin.
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.
‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ adds dynamic weather in latest update
The latest PC update for PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has added dynamic weather to the Erangel and Miramar maps, which could completely change how a battle royale match plays out. Changes have also been added to bullet penetration and the building layout of Erangel, which is now denser.
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.
‘NBA Live 19’ becomes more inclusive, finally lets you create a female player
For the first time in the series, NBA Live 19 will let you create custom female basketball stars. The players will be playable in The One story mode, and can compete against male players on the blacktop. The game is out this September and includes new player animation tools and improved AI.
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.