Sony gets with the times, adds PS4 cross-play support, starting with ‘Fortnite’
In a reversal of course, Sony is adding cross-play support for select third party games, starting with Fortnite. PS4 users will be able to play Fortnite with users on Switch, Xbox One, PC, and mobile devices starting today. The welcome move comes after months of fan complaints and confusion.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ online mode gallops into open beta in November
Red Dead Redemption 2's online mode, dubbed Red Dead Online, won't be available when the game launches October 26, but you won't have to wait long. Red Dead Online, which takes cues from Grand Theft Auto Online, enters open beta in November. The online mode will be free for those who own the game.
Where to pre-order the PlayStation Classic
Sony is joining the classic console club with the PlayStation Classic on December 3. The miniature console comes with 20 pre-loaded games and two wired controllers for $100. While we don't know the full list of games yet, you can already pre-order the console. Here's how and where to snag one early.
How you can become a hardwood legend in ‘NBA 2K19’ MyCareer mode
NBA 2K19 has arrived, which means it's time to once again create your player and work your way up to level 99 in MyCareer. In the second year of the Neighborhood format, MyCareer feels both familiar and different. Our guide will get you started on the right track to becoming a dominant player.
‘Far Cry 5: Dead Living Zombies’ Is hilariously forward about its nonsense
Far Cry 5: Dead Living Zombies is an action-packed and humorous final expansion that jumps from one high pressure moment to the next with no filler. It's also a commentary on Far Cry's dedication to saying nothing meaningful, supplanting character development and themes for non-stop action.
‘The Golf Club 2019’ wants you to get serious about golf. And you should
The Golf Club 2019 brings the under-the-radar series to new heights thanks to a PGA Tour license. With six official courses and thousands of pre-made and user-created venues, you'll never run out of content in this tough but fair golf simulator. It's finally making us forget about Tiger Woods PGA Tour.
‘Battlefield V’ beta with new multiplayer experience kicks off September 6
Battlefield V's open beta comes to consoles and PC on September 6. If you pre-order the game, you'll get a two-day head start on September 4 to try out the story-driven multiplayer experience Grand Operations. You won't get a chance to test the new battle royale mode in the beta, though.
Blizzard wants to see Diablo characters join fray in ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’
With Diablo 3 coming to Switch later this year, is it possible that we could see Blizzard characters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate down the line? Blizzard would very much like to see Diablo characters in the Nintendo brawler, and we can't say that we disagree. It's fun to think about at least.
Blazer5 Gaming has dominated the NBA 2K League. Now they prepare for the playoffs
We spoke with Blazer5 Gaming, the NBA 2K team that currently tops the professional 2K League, about their journeys to playing the basketball sim for a living. We also played a little game of overrated/underrated with NBA 2K19 ratings. Unsurprisingly, they thought LeBron James was underrated.
‘Madden NFL 19’ Ultimate Team progression guide
EA Sports revamped the progression system in Ultimate Team for Madden NFL 19 to make it easier to understand and use. Still, whether you're new to the card-collecting online mode or a longtime fan, the changes can be difficult to follow at first. We're here to help with our Ultimate Team progression guide.
Can a great sports game have a great story? Nope. And ‘Madden NFL 19’ proves it
Madden 18's Longshot offered a glimpse into the possible future of sterling sports stories in games. Madden 19's Longshot: Homecoming reminded me how hard it is to create a great sports story that is also fun to play. I now believe that when it comes to sports stories, the less gameplay the better.
‘Madden NFL 19’ review
Madden NFL 19 feels very similar to last year’s iteration in many ways. Small improvements to the run game and player mobility adds polish to an already refined experience, while a more accessible Ultimate Team and custom draft classes offset the utter disappointment that is Longshot: Homecoming.
Valve’s return to releasing games kicks off November 28 with ‘Artifact’
Artifact, Valve's Dota 2 trading card game, arrives on November 28 on PC, Mac, and Linux for $20. At launch, the game will have 280 cards which can be bought and sold over the Steam Community Marketplace. Artifact is Valve's first game in five years, marking a return to Valve's commitment to making games.
The latest ‘Fortnite’ event is an all-around explosive good time
Fortnite's new limited-time game mode, Fly Explosives, is an explosives-only variant featuring jetpacks and rocket launchers. Guided missiles return to Fortnite with the latest update, but they are, thankfully, significantly nerfed. You can also find guided missiles and jetpacks in Playground mode.
‘Fortnite’ Playground Mode adds squad selection in its July 25 return
Just weeks after Epic removed the popular limited-time Playground Mode from Fortnite: Battle Royale, the studio is bringing it back on July 25. The revised version of the creative mode adds squad selection and ATK vehicles. Epic is also celebrating Fortnite's one-year anniversary with a few challenges.
That’s not Nathan Fillion’s voice you hear as Cayde-6 in ‘Destiny 2: Forsaken’
It turns out Cayde-6 wasn't voiced by actor Nathan Fillion in the Destiny 2: Forsaken trailer. Fillion was unable to reprise his role for the DLC. Nolan North, the voice of Ghost, stepped in for Fillion to voice the soon-to-be-dead Guardian. North previously took over for Peter Dinklage as Ghost.
Watch Nathan Fillion’s superb ‘Uncharted’ fan film right now
Nathan Fillion looks a whole lot like Nathan Drake; fans of Uncharted have said that for years. Now you can watch Fillion play the adventurer in a superb 15-minute fan film that will likely only increase the calls for Fillion to appear in the upcoming Uncharted adaptation from Sony Pictures.
Monster Hunter’s Rathalos swoops into ‘Final Fantasy XIV’ on August 7
Rathalos, the massive fire-breathing beast from Monster Hunter: World, swoops into Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood on August 7. You'll have to be level 70 in Stormblood to try your hand at slaying the dragon, but the Monster Hunter: World-themed rewards, including Palicos, will be well worth the struggle.
The new ‘World of Warcraft’ patch kills PvP servers, but not PvP
Ahead of Battle for Azeroth's August 14 launch, patch 8.0 will drop July 17, bringing a slew of changes. Profession progression will change for the better, your artifact will no longer gain power, and stat numbers will be reduced. You can also try out the new PvP War mode, which replaces PvP servers.