Seth Rogen sets Twitter ablaze with secret ‘Duck Hunt’ trick
Actor and comedian Seth Rogen let Twitter users in on a little secret about the classic Nintendo game Duck Hunt. If you remember playing it back in the '80s, you might want to sit down before having your entire reality shattered. Many Twitter users couldn't believe they had overlooked the trick.
‘Assassin’s Creed Odyssey’: Everything you need to know
Ubisoft will release Assassin's Creed Odyssey in October for consoles and PC. Here is everything you need to know about the next chapter of Assassin's Creed, including the story, setting, gameplay changes, playable characters, release date, and special editions available for collectors.
Nintendo Switch Online flips the switch to paid subscriptions on September 18
The paid version of Nintendo Switch Online -- the service required to play Switch games online -- will begin on September 18, Nintendo has revealed. The service was initially planned to debut last year and has been delayed several times, enabling players to continue gaming online for free.
Nvidia thinks 5G could give you a high-end PC gaming experience on the go
Nvidia believes that its GeForce Now subscription service -- when used with 5G technology -- could open the door for even more players to experience high-end PC performance on their own machines without the need for expensive new hardware. 5G is planned to roll out on major wireless carriers over the next few years.
Leaked snow-covered ‘PUBG’ map looks like a haven for snipers
The snow-covered map coming soon to PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has had its layout leaked via a data mine. The map will be significantly larger than Sanhok, the last map released for the game. It appears that C4 explosives will be coming in an update, as well, as they're also featured in the data-mined files.
Xbox debuts brilliant grease-proof controller but only makes 200 of them
Xbox Australia has revealed the PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds Greaseproof Xbox One Controller, a product for those who want to eat their real chicken dinners while they earn virtual ones. The controller isn't for sale, but you can enter for a chance to win one of five available to the public.
Nintendo Direct presentation delayed after earthquake hits Japan
A Nintendo Direct event is planned for the near-future. Here's how you can watch the 35-minute show, and what we expect to see detailed. Both the Switch and the 3DS will have games on display, though the Switch will likely receive more attention due to its high-profile games set for release this year.
BioWare’s ‘Anthem’ won’t charge you for post-launch story content
During PAX West 2018, BioWare revealed that story-based downloadable content in its upcoming online RPG Anthem will be free. This is a different approach than the similar game Destiny 2 has taken. Anthem launches for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on February 22, alongside Days Gone and Metro: Exodus.
‘Firestorm’ is the squad-based ‘Battlefield V’ take on battle royale
Electronic Arts and Dice have offered us more information on the battle royale mode in Battlefield V. Called "Firestorm," it seems ready to take on the biggest games in the battle royale genre. Battlefield V releases for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on November 20, and a beta is running right now.
Free ‘NBA 2K19: The Prelude’ mode lets you start your basketball career now
2K Games has released NBA 2K19: The Prelude, a free prologue for the game that includes access to the beginning of the story-focused MyCareer mode. The full game is out on September 11 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC, and Nintendo Switch, and the Switch version will be largely identical to the others.
‘Battlefield V’ pushed back to November, but you can play the beta next week
Electronic Arts and Dice have decided to delay Battlefield V by more than a month. The game was previously scheduled to arrive in October on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. The beta still kicks off in September, and pre-loading for the beta begins on September 3. Those who pre-ordered the game can play the beta early.
‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ special edition includes snazzy Pro Controller
Nintendo has revealed the special edition for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The bundle includes the game in a steel book case, and a special Pro Controller with the series' signature design. The controller will also be sold on its own for $75, and the game will support GameCube controllers via an adapter.
For $22 a month, an Xbox One system could soon be yours
Microsoft now has a new way to offer players an Xbox One S or X and it's called the Xbox All Access service. For a monthly fee over two years, you get the console and subscriptions to Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold. The price will be higher if choosing the Xbox One X, and it's only available in Microsoft Stores.
‘World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth’ is the game’s fastest-selling expansion
World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth, the latest expansion to Blizzard's long-running online game, has broken franchise records for first-day sales. The record was previously held by 2016's Legion expansion, which sold well over 3 million units in one day. Battle for Azeroth is available now on PC and Mac.
Amazon is killing off Prime’s new-game, pre-order discount
Amazon is ending its 20-percent discount on pre-ordered games for its Prime members later this month, instead offering a small voucher for a select number of pre-ordered games. Previous orders won't be affected. Remastered games and special editions had already been ineligible for the program.
‘Hitman 2’ will include enhanced versions of all of the previous game’s missions
Hitman 2 will give players the option to replay the first game's missions, complete with gameplay enhancements, and they'll be free to anyone who already purchased the original game. Hitman 2 hits Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC on November 13, and it won't use an episodic release model.
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.
