Consoling players: The Xbox Game Pass program is coming to PC
Microsoft revealed in a recent earnings call that the Xbox Game Pass subscription service would be coming to PC. It was previously one of the Xbox One's few exclusives. The program offers access to a vault of games, primarily from Microsoft, but with several third-party titles included as well.
‘Battlefield V’ designer gets banned from ‘Black Ops 4’ for being too damn good
A core gameplay designer for Battlefield V has found himself banned from the PC version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 after he put up extremely impressive statistics in the game's multiplayer mode. The designer released a gameplay video showcasing his skills in a move to get his account reinstated.
Leaked ‘Overwatch’ Lego sets include Reinhardt, Winston, Mercy, and more
Target has released images for several upcoming Overwatch-themed Lego sets. The sets include a wide variety of characters from the launch version of the game, as well as a few famous locations. A buildable Bastion figure had already been revealed for pre-order on the official Blizzard store.
Monsters you get in ‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’ can be transferred to the next main RPG
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eeevee! monsters will be able to be transferred to the next main Pokémon RPG on Switch, according to game director Junichi Masuda. The game releases as a Nintendo Switch exclusive on November 16 and a bundle with a special controller is also available.
Henry Cavill gets lead role in ‘The Witcher’ Netflix series
Man of Steel and Mission: Impossible star Henry Cavill will play the lead role of Geralt in Netflix's upcoming The Witcher series. The series began as novels and gained worldwide exposure through games. The television series is expected to premiere around 2020 and will consist of eight episodes.
How to play Commodore 64 games online for free
Looking for ways to play Commodore 64 games online? The Internet Archive has added more than 8,800 free C64 games to its software library. Here's how you can play them in your browser without the need for a joystick. Games include Castle Wolfenstein, BurgerTime, Ghosts 'N Goblins, and more great titles.
W. Virginia isn’t for mutants, but its tourism board doesn’t mind if you think so
Bethesda and the state of West Virginia are partnering on a new tourism program intended to bring Fallout 76 fans to the state. Vault Boy sightings have been recorded across West Virginia already, and Fallout-themed advertisements for tourism will arrive in the future. The game releases on November 14.
GameStop manager marks ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 4’ launch by mimicking cover art
To celebrate the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, GameStop stores held midnight launch events across the United States. One manager even cosplayed as the cover star from the game, complete with an accurate haircut and beard. The game is now available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC.
Cortana, meet Alexa: Buy an Xbox One from Amazon and get a free Echo Dot
If you buy an Xbox One S or Xbox One X bundle through Amazon right now, you'll also receive a free Echo Dot. The device features integration with Xbox One through the Alexa and Cortana assistants. You can even turn on your Xbox One by asking Alexa to do so. The offer is valid only while supplies last.
Get in the Halloween spirit with the ‘Destiny 2’ Festival of the Lost event
Bungie has announced Festival of the Lost 2018, a Halloween event coming to Destiny 2. The even will include a new player-versus-environment mode that can be played either solo or cooperatively, as well as plenty of gear and cosmetic items for anyone looking to get their Guardian in the spirit of the holiday.
The best Games with Gold for Xbox One
It's that time of the month when Microsoft updates their Games with Gold deals and adds new titles to their Spotlight Sale. It can be a lot to take in but we have a short and sweet version of everything discounted, highlighting only the best Games with Gold deals available for the Xbox One.
The best PlayStation Plus game deals
PS Plus deals are tough to beat when compared to all the other online services. Free games, radically discounted hit titles, and exclusive DLC are all on the table with this service and we're here to make sure that you don't miss out on any of the best PlayStation Plus game deals available this month.
Microsoft leaps into game streaming across devices with Project xCloud
Microsoft has announced Project xCloud, a streaming service bringing a library of Xbox games to more devices. The service is scheduled to have a technical test in 2019, and will run on Azure technology. Microsoft previously hinted at a game streaming service back at E3 2018, but didn't give specifics.
PlayStation Classic arrives this December with ‘Final Fantasy VII’ in tow
Sony has announced the PlayStation Classic, its own plug-and-play system pre-loaded with 20 games from the original PlayStation's library. These include Tekken 3 and Final Fantasy VII, and more titles will be announced prior to the system's release this December. Two controllers are also included.
Google’s ‘Project Stream’ will let you play major games on the Chrome browser
Google has announced Project Stream, a game streaming service that allows you to play AAA games directly from your Chrome browser. The first game being offered during the technical test is Assassin's Creed Odyssey, which will be available to play on the same day it launches for traditional platforms.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ video gives a master class in Wild West robberies
The latest gameplay video for Red Dead Redemption 2 shows off a huge number of side activities and missions, including bounties, train robberies, duels, dancing, fishing, gambling, and more. The game releases for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on October 26, with no PC release yet announced.
Delete Nintendo Switch Online and in six months it will delete your cloud saves
Be careful not to let your Nintendo Switch Online subscription lapse if you use cloud save data. If you do, your cloud saves might be erased for good, and if this happens after you've lost access to the local save files, you'll have to start over. The process won't happen immediately, however.
The gaming stream dries up in China as government cuts access to Twitch
Game livestreaming service Twitch has had both its website and its mobile app removed from access in China. Twitch said the move was made deliberately to block users from using the service, but it isn't sure why the decision was just made. YouTube has been banned in China for nearly a decade.
After layoffs, Telltale says it may finish The Walking Dead with outside help
The Walking Dead developer Telltale Games abruptly laid off the majority of its employees last week, but the studio now says the game's final season could still be finished with another partner. Its employees were not paid severance after losing their jobs, and most of its projects were canceled.
Cancer-fighting 12-year-old Bethesda fan gets chance to play ‘Fallout 76’ early
Game publisher Bethesda recently gave a 12-year-old fan with cancer the chance to try out Fallout 76 early, as well as some cool signed merchandise. The game isn't schedule to officially release until November, but he was able to spend several hours exploring its huge West Virginian world.
‘Hellboy’ reboot screenwriter could helm animated ‘Diablo’ series on Netflix
Hellboy reboot screenwriter and Boom! Studios founder Andy Cosby has revealed that he's in talks to write and act as showrunner for an animated Diablo series on Netflix. Little else is known about the project, but Diablo III will arrive to Nintendo Switch on November 2 with all the DLC in tow.