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Pre-order The Division 2 for PC to get a free Ubisoft game

Ubisoft is adding an extra incentive for PC pre-orders of The Division 2. If you pre-order a digital PC copy before March 14, you'll get a free Ubisoft game. Those who pre-order will get to choose from Watch Dogs 2, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands, and Far Cry Primal.
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Safer Internet Day: Xbox One family settings aim to empower parents and kids

Coinciding with Safer Internet Day, Microsoft has added a new way to activate child accounts on Xbox One. We spoke with Microsoft about the growing suite of family settings on Xbox One. Along with creating an online environment that's safe for kids, Microsoft wants to empower both parents and children.
Kingdom Hearts III review

Break down Sora’s arsenal of weapons with our ‘Kingdom Hearts 3’ Keyblade guide

Kingdom Hearts 3 features more than a dozen Keyblades for Sora to use to destroy the Heartless and topple Organization XIII. Each Keyblade has something different to offer. In our Keyblade guide, we detail the unlock conditions, starting stats, form changes, and more for each trusty blade.
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How and when you can start playing Anthem

BioWare's Anthem officially launches on February 22 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. But like many games nowadays, the advertised release date isn't the only day you can start playing. To help clear up the confusion, here's how and when you can start playing Anthem. You can actually try the game right now!
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Mario’s putting his doctorate to use this summer in ‘Dr. Mario World’

Nintendo's next mobile game will see Mario put his lab coat back on to stop a deadly virus. Dr. Mario World, a free-to-play puzzler, launches for mobile devices early this summer. Two Mario mobile games will launch this summer, now that Mario Kart Tour has been pushed from its spring release.
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‘Wargroove’ is a fantastic tactics games for fans of Advance Wars

Wargroove is a fantastical Advance Wars successor with beautiful pixelated visuals and rewarding grid-based combat. The campaign is lengthy enough to keep you playing for dozens of hours, but there's also a wonderful map editor that lets you create and share your own missions, complete with cutscenes.
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Steam users aren’t reacting well to Epic’s ‘Metro Exodus’ exclusivity deal

Steam users aren't too happy that Metro Exodus only be available on PC through the Epic Games store for the first year. In response, the Steam pages for both Metro 2033 Redux and Metro: Last Light Redux have been bombarded with thousands of negative reviews, almost all of which decry the news.
Kingdom Hearts III review

‘Kingdom Hearts III’ review

Kingdom Hearts 3 features seven dazzling Disney and Pixar worlds to explore. This time around, the wondrous combat matches the magic of the scenery and characters. The overall plot is predictably convoluted, but hanging out with Sora, Donald, and Goofy once again is a near constant joy.
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‘Metro Exodus’ is the latest AAA game to ditch Steam for the Epic Games store

Just weeks after learning that The Division 2 will drop Steam for the Epic Games Store, another hotly anticipated AAA game will do the same. Deep Silver's PC version of Metro will launch exclusively through the Epic Games Store on February 15. It's clear that Steam has a serious competitor.
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‘Project Z’ is a new Dragon Ball action RPG that retells Goku’s origin story

Bandai Namco showed off the first trailer for a new Dragon Ball action RPG that retells the origin story of Goku and the Dragon Balls. Code-named Dragon Ball Game - Project Z, the game is being developed by CyberConnect2 and arrives on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC later this year.
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Resident Evil 2 looks scary, but it’s sound that makes the game blood-curdling

Capcom's Resident Evil series is often viewed as the gold standard for survival horror, and a sizable chunk of its frightful impact comes from the audio. We spoke with Resident Evil 2 audio director Kentaro Nakashima about the process of creating the sound design for the excellent remake.
Nintendo Switch review

Strong holiday season pushes Nintendo Switch to record-breaking sales for 2018

Backed by a strong holiday season, the Nintendo Switch became the best-selling console of 2018, edging out Sony's PlayStation 4. The Switch's strong sales can be attributed to the massive success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which was the best-selling Switch game of 2018 despite just being released in December.
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The best NES emulators for Android and PC

The NES may be more than 30 years old, but the NES Classic has proved there's still immense interest in the iconic console. For years prior to the release of the NES Classic, emulators have offered a means to every NES game ever created without needing the console. Here are the best NES emulators around.

Blizzard’s latest hiring spree is likely for the unannounced ‘Diablo 4’

Activision Blizzard is currently hiring for more than a dozen positions on unannounced Diablo projects, and at least some of the roles are likely for Diablo 4. Blizzard has multiple Diablo projects outside of Diablo Immortal in the works that are expected to be revealed throughout 2019.
The Division 2 review

‘The Division 2’ private beta kicks off February 7 on consoles and PC

The private beta for Tom Clancy's The Division 2 starts on February 7 and runs until February 10, Ubisoft announced in a new story trailer. To guarantee access to the beta, you have to pre-order the game on PS4, Xbox One, or PC. Beta content has not been revealed, but we have an idea of what to expect.
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New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe review

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe bundles two distinct Mario Wii U experiences into one package. New Super Mario Bros. U has some of the series’ best designed levels, and New Super Luigi U packs the toughest test the franchise has seen in decades. Both are brilliant, inventive, and endlessly charming.
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Bungie parts ways with Activision, will self-publish future Destiny content

After an eight-year partnership, Destiny developer Bungie and publisher Activision are parting ways. Unlike Bungie's previous split with Microsoft (for Halo), Bungie will acquire the rights to Destiny to continue self-publishing future content in the franchise. Unannounced Destiny content is on the way.
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Gun Rush gives ‘Red Dead Online’ its own battle royale mode

Rockstar has added a big addition to Red Dead Online called Gun Rush. The battle royale mode tasks 32 players with scavenging for weapons and ammo inside a shrinking playable area to see who has what it takes to be the last outlaw standing. Rockstar promised that more multiplayer modes are on the way.
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The best VR headsets at CES 2019 could bring the technology to the mainstream

While there weren't a ton of new VR headset on display at CES 2019, the ones we saw led us to believe that VR could have a real moment soon, both from a gaming and business standpoint. From the Oculus Quest to the Pico G2 4K, these are the best VR headsets on hand at CES 2019.
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This is the coolest gaming tech at CES 2019, from laptops to the Teslasuit

We saw a bunch of new gaming products at CES 2019, from the traditional fare like high end gaming laptops and nice monitors to more obscure products such as the futuristic Teslasuit. In no particular order, we've rounded up the coolest gaming tech we saw at CES 2019 in Las Vegas.

‘Yoshi’s Crafted World’ for the Switch: Here’s everything we know

Yoshi's first big adventure on Nintendo Switch is called Yoshi's Crafted World and launches March 29. Baby Bowser and Kamek are at it again as they try to get their hands on a mythical wish-granting stone. Here's everything we know about Yoshi's Crafted World, from the cardboard world to co-op and more.
The Division 2 review

Epic Games store to sell Ubisoft games, starting with ‘The Division 2’

The Epic Games store has made its first major splash by partnering with Ubisoft to sell The Division 2 on PC. Epic will carry multiple editions of the game, with all pre-orders granting access to the upcoming private beta. More Ubisoft titles will arrive on the Epic Games store in the future.
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Here’s everything we know about ‘Far Cry New Dawn’ so far

Far Cry New Dawn is the first official sequel in franchise history, taking place 17 years after Far Cry 5 in a post-apocalyptic Hope County. It's still an open world playground with tons of action, but New Dawn also introduces several new features. Here's everything we know about New Dawn so far.
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These wireless charging grips will keep your Joy-Con from running out of juice

Powercast, a company dedicated to wireless charging technology, will release wireless Joy-Con charging grips that double each Joy-Con battery life using over-the-air technology. Both a single Joy-Con grip and dual Joy-Con grip will be available later this year. The charging range is a bit limited though.
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Razer Turret Keyboard for Xbox One gets surprise CES 2019 launch

The Razer Turret, the first official wireless keyboard and mouse set designed for the Xbox One, is now available for $250. The keyboard uses Razer's Chroma technology and has an ergonomic design and features a slide-out mouse surface to make gaming on the couch comfortable with a keyboard.
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NES and Famicom join forces on new mini console, mini arcade cabinets tag along

My Arcade, a company known for making mini arcade cabinets, is making a retro console that can play both NES and Famicom cartridges on the go or at home. My Arcade's lineup of arcade cabinets and handhelds is also expanding to include hits such as Ms. Pac-Man, Dig Dug, and Galaga.
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With 4K resolution, Pico’s latest stand-alone VR headset takes care of business

Pico Interactive, a popular VR headset manufacturer in China, is adding to its G2 line of business-focused VR headsets with the G2 4K, which is capable of rendering visuals in higher resolutions. A price hasn't been set, but the Pico G2 4K will be available to businesses in the first half of 2019.
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Impaling demon tentacles helped earn ‘Devil May Cry 5’ a ‘Mature’ rating

Just like every other entry in the action series, Devil May Cry 5 has been given a Mature rating by the ESRB. Part of the reason it received the M rating? Well, some unfortunate folks are impaled by demon tentacles in one cutscene. Devil May Cry 5 launches March 8 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
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Everything we know so far about ‘Kingdom Hearts III’

More than a decade since the last main series entry, anticipation for Kingdom Hearts III has reached a fever pitch. Kingdom Hearts III arrives on January 29 on PS4 and Xbox One. For the first time in the series, Sora and pals will visit Pixar worlds. Here's everything you need to know.
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This 87-year-old grandma eats, sleeps, and breathes ‘Animal Crossing’

Is there such a thing as too much Animal Crossing? The answer to that is a resounding no, and one 87-year-old grandma knows that. She has logged a ridiculously impressive 3,580 hours in Animal Crossing: New Leaf over the past four years. That's about 2.5 hours per day, or 150 days worth of play.
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Best N64 emulators for Android and PC

Nintendo has piqued nostalgia with its mightily successful NES Classic and SNES Classic consoles, but an N64 Classic isn't on the way. Unless you have a still-working Nintendo 64 or a Wii U, the only way to play most of the Nintendo 64's vast library is through emulators. Here are the best N64 emulators.
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The winners and losers of the console wars in 2018

The Nintendo Switch came into its second year on the market riding high. Sony released a dazzling set of exclusive games. Microsoft gobbled up game studios left and right. It was a big year for the three biggest names in gaming, but which were the biggest winners and losers of the trio?
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The best looking games of 2018

The best looking games of 2018 came in all shapes and sizes, from photorealistic jaw-droppers to delightful indies that piqued our imaginations. Our ten picks include an artsy indie platformer, a gorgeous retro-infused JRPG, a colossal remake, an old school delight, and numerous AAA giants.
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Not everything can be Fortnite: The biggest gaming fails of 2018

2018 has been a great year for games, but even great years have missteps. We're looking at you Fallout 76. From colossal flops to disturbing tweets to press conference blunders, let's take a look at the biggest gaming fails of 2018. As it turns out, battle royale doesn't always win over gamers.