Don’t wait for the Nintendo Switch’s price to drop, because it likely won’t
Nintendo has revealed that it has no intention of cutting the Nintendo Switch's price in the near future. It has remained at $300 since its launch in 2017, though the handheld-only Switch Lite is $200. There also doesn't appear to be any significant sales being offered on the consoles for Black Friday.
Pretend it’s 1985 again with this 8BitDo NES-style mouse
8BitDo created a new wireless mouse inspired by the design of the original Nintendo Entertainment System's controller. It features a directional pad on the side and buttons that mimic the controller, with colors and sizes that make them nearly indistinguishable from the original buttons.
The Google Stadia launch lineup is looking a little barren
Google has revealed the games available for those who purchase Google Stadia access on November 19. Though some big games are included, it is much smaller than players were likely expecting. A handful of additional games will be made available by the end of the year, including Ghost Recon Breakpoint.
Don’t fret, PC players: Death Stranding will hit Epic Games Store and Steam
Death Stranding PC publisher 505 Games will release the title on the Epic Games Store and Steam simultaneously in summer 2020. The game is currently available as a PlayStation 4 timed exclusive, and is the first project from Hideo Kojima since his public split from longtime employer Konami.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare’s best shotgun gets a big nerf
Infinity Ward has released an update that reduces the effective range of the 725 shotgun in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. The weapon has been criticized as being overpowered since the game's launch. Changes to footstep audio effects and a map for both normal multiplayer and Ground War were also included.
These Xbox gifts are the perfect choice for gamers this holiday season
The holidays are upon us, and as you are shopping for friends and family, you may want to purchase Xbox products. Using our Xbox gift guide, find the best systems, accessories, and games to buy this year, including console-exclusive games like Gears 5 and the super-powerful Xbox One X console.
Why wait? You can download the Google Stadia Android app right now
Google has released the official Stadia Android app ahead of the streaming service's official launch later this month. The only mobile phones compatible at launch are the Pixel 3 and newer. Additional mobile devices will be compatible at a later date, and the free Base Edition arrives in 2020.
The first Red Dead Redemption 2 mods are here, let you play as The Joker
Red Dead Redemption 2 only just released on PC, but the modding community has already begun creating custom features for the game. Thus far, they've already given protagonist Arthur Morgan a Joker overhaul, as well created a custom save file that lets you skip the opening section of the game.
Here is what we know about EA’s streaming service Project Atlas
Electronic Arts is currently conducting closed tests for its Project Atlas game-streaming service. Here is everything we know about Project Atlas so far, including its features compared to xCloud and Stadia. Four older games are available to play during the technical test, which is being held on PC only.
Death Stranding creator Hideo Kojima wants to turn his focus to movies
Kojima Productions founder Hideo Kojima has never been shy regarding his love of cinema, and the game designer said in a recent documentary that his studio will also produce films in the future. Its latest project is the game Death Stranding, which releases for PlayStation 4 on November 8.
BlizzCon 2019: Overwatch 2 announced with focus on story, co-op modes
Blizzard officially announced Overwatch 2 during BlizzCon 2019, and the game is taking a different approach than most sequels. Players in the original game and Overwatch 2 can enjoy competitive play together. The sequel will add a new story option that offers player-versus-environment missions.
BlizzCon 2019: Watch the opening ceremony here at 11AM Pacific
BlizzCon 2019 is quickly approaching, and the event has always been home to some of the biggest game announcements from Blizzard Entertainment. This year, we'll tell you how to watch BlizzCon 2019 and what to expect. New sequels in some of the company's biggest game franchises are predicted for the opening ceremony.
BlizzCon 2019 schedule: Opening ceremony, panels, events, and more
Blizzard Entertainment's annual convention begins with pre-show festivities on October 31. If you don't want to miss out on the opening ceremony, panels, the cosplay show, and some special community events, you can find out exactly what's happening and when with our BlizzCon 2019 schedule.
Nintendo Switch Lite sales show handheld systems can still thrive
The Nintendo Switch Lite is off to a strong start, and it should be encouraging to anyone interested in traditional handheld gaming. The system sold nearly 2 million units during its launch, and those figures should only get larger after the release of Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield.
Greatness did await PS4, with second-highest sales for any home game console
Sony's PlayStation 4 continues to impress this console generation, passing the total sales of the original PlayStation and even Nintendo Wii. Only the PS2 has more home console sales than PS4, though the original DS and Game Boy have also sold more total units when including handheld systems.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare review
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare manages to capture the essence of the original Modern Warfare trilogy without being held slave to its more antiquated elements. The result is Infinity Ward's best game in years, with exceptional strong campaign and competitive multiplayer modes and no-nonsense progression.
Death Stranding no longer a PS4 exclusive, will get a PC release in summer 2020
Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding will not remain a PlayStation 4 exclusive for long, as the game is set to make the jump to PC next summer via publisher 505 Games. The PS4 version will still be published by Sony, and will launch on November 8. It's Kojima's first project since leaving Konami.
Sony says PlayStation 5 will be world’s fastest console, then takes it back
A now-removed line from a job posting at Sony claimed the PS5 will be the world's fastest game console, but can the next PlayStation system make good on that promise, or will Xbox Scarlett reign supreme? Both consoles are due to release for the holidays in 2020, with no firm launch dates set.
It’s gonna be May 29: The Last of Us: Part 2 gets new release date
Naughty Dog and Sony have opted to delay The Last of Us: Part 2 until May 29, 2020. Director Neil Druckmann cited quality and polishing concerns with the game, which was supposed to launch in February. The original release date was announced just one month ago, alongside a new cinematic trailer.
The Last of Us: Part 2 reportedly delayed weeks after release date announcement
Sony and Naughty Dog have reportedly already delayed The Last of Us: Part 2 past its originally scheduled February 2020 release date. The game's release date was only announced one month ago, and it's due to be one of the very last exclusive titles released on PS4 before the jump to PS5.
Conan O’Brien ascends from Clueless Gamer to cameo in Death Stranding video game
Comedian and talk show host Conan O'Brien visited Kojima Productions to view Death Stranding for his TBS show, and during the trip he was turned into a character in the video game. He is joined by other celebrities in the game like Guillermo del Toro and Norman Reedus. It's due to release on November 8.
Google Stadia pre-orders don’t guarantee you’ll get to play on release day
Google Stadia early adopters who pre-ordered the game's Founder's Edition or Premiere Edition could be waiting up to two extra weeks beyond the November 19 launch date before they can play. The Founder's Edition also includes a Buddy Pass for a friend to play, and is completely sold out already.
Ghost Recon Breakpoint review: A breaking point
Ghost Recon Breakpoint is a more varied game than its predecessor Ghost Recon Wildlands, but it remains too unpolished for a major AAA release from such an acclaimed shooter franchise. Microtransactions available for several different types of items don't help to smooth out the rough edges.
You can join a Twitch Plays livesteam of The Outer Worlds ahead of its release
Obsidian Entertainment is hosting the first pre-release Twitch Plays event for The Outer Worlds, letting viewers control what happens in its upcoming science-fiction role-playing game. The game was co-directed by Fallout creator Tim Cain, and bears some resemblance to Fallout: New Vegas.
Amazon has great deal on new-and-improved Nintendo Switch ahead of the holidays
Amazon is currently offering the new Nintendo Switch model with a better battery life for about $24 off its standard price. The sale comes just before the release of Luigi's Mansion 3. Pokémon Sword and Shield are due to release the following month, and are sure to be among the system's biggest hits.
Google Stadia will let you play AAA games anywhere starting November 19
Google Stadia will officially launch with its Founder's Edition on November 19. Other versions, including the free Base version, will then launch at a later date. Pixel phones will be supported at launch. The announcement was made during the Made by Google event that also saw the announcement of hardware.