‘Marvel’s Spider-Man: Silver Lining’ sends Spidey off in style
Marvel's Spider-Man: Silver Lining offers an exciting end to The City That Never Sleeps DLC saga. Silver Lining doesn't have much new in terms of mission variety, but it has the best side content from the three-part expansion. A renewed emphasis on the major characters gives it a lot of heart.
The best guns in ‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ and where to find them
Red Dead Redemption 2 features around 60 different weapons across five or six classes of guns, depending on how you count. Some guns are better than others, though. In our Red Dead Redemption 2 guns guide, we detail the best guns for each class, all of which can be obtained and upgraded easily.
How to prep a Nintendo Switch for gifting
If you're gifting a Nintendo Switch this holiday season, you may want to prep it beforehand so it's ready to use right out of the box. From the initial setup to downloading games to essential add-ons, we're here to help you get the Nintendo Switch ready for the holidays. Here's what you need to know.
Where we droppin’ (presents)? Perfect ‘Fortnite’ gifts for the fans in your life
Chances are someone on your holiday shopping list is a fan of Fortnite. As the most popular game on the planet, there are plenty of Fortnite-themed gift options available for purchase in stores and online. We scoured the internet for the best Fortnite gifts, from clothes to action figures and more.
Check out the best deals from GameStop’s Game Days Sale
Who said the holiday deals season ended after Cyber Monday? GameStop has hundreds of games available for discounted prices between now and December 25 as part of its Game Days Sale. We checked out the deals and have rounded up all of the best Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Xbox One deals here.
Spawn creator suggests the antihero could appear in ‘Mortal Kombat 11’
Spawn creator Todd McFarlane hinted that the comic book antihero could join the cast of Mortal Kombat 11 during a Reddit AMA. If Spawn does indeed join NetherRealm's upcoming fighting game, it would be the second time Spawn has appeared in a major fighting game franchise. MK11 launches April 23, 2019.
Xiaomi’s Gamepad 2.0 turns the Black Shark into a mini Switch
Chinese phone manufacturer Xiaomi has introduced the Gamepad 2.0 for its Black Shark gaming phone that launched earlier this year. The new gamepad is incredibly similar to the Switch Joy-Con, with one piece attaching to each side of the phone. As they say, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
‘Katamari Damacy Reroll’ is pure gaming nirvana
Katamari Damacy Reroll brings the magic of the PS2 classic to Nintendo Switch and PC. With updated visuals and the same great, singular loop, Reroll stands the test of time. If you're looking for a relaxing experience, look no further than Katamari Damacy Reroll. Especially if you have a Switch.
Bundle up for the huge ‘Monster Hunter: World’ expansion coming in 2019
Monster Hunter: World is getting a major expansion in fall 2019 called Iceborne. The expansion will be similar in scope as the Ultimate versions of previous Monster Hunter games, featuring new quests, monsters, weapons, and armor. Capcom is also bringing Geralt from The Witcher to Monster Hunter.
The Epic Games store is already luring indie studios away from Steam
The Epic Games Store is less than a week old, but it's already making waves among indie studios. Following on the heels of Ashen and Hades, multiple studios have announced that their games will be timed exclusives for the Epic Games Store. One studio even canceled its Steam release completely.
Get some bang for your buck with these Nintendo Switch console deals at Walmart
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are in the past, but you can still get some bang for your buck on game consoles before the holiday season is done. Walmart has Nintendo Switch bundles on sale right now, including one that includes a free copy of Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle and a Nintendo Labo bundle.
These are all the best trailers and new games revealed at The Game Awards 2018
The Game Awards 2018 featured a ton of new game reveals and announcements for existing games. From Mortal Kombat 11 to Far Cry New Dawn to a surprise new fighter in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Game Awards gave us plenty to get excited for. Check out all of the trailers and announcements here.
‘Fallout 76’: Everything you need to know
Bethesda's Fallout 76 takes the open world series in a new direction. With an emphasis on co-op, survival, and rebuilding a broken world, it's far different from anything we've seen from the series or Bethesda to date. Here's everything you need to know about Fallout 76, including post-launch controversies.
‘Return of the Obra Dinn’ compels you to solve the seemingly impossible
Return of the Obra Dinn is the latest game from the mind behind the exemplary Papers, Please. Lucas Pope's latest experiment is a grand murder mystery set on a ghost ship in 1807. Rendered in 1-bit Macintosh-style graphics, Obra Dinn does a startlingly good job making the possible feel impossible.
Start your engines: ‘CTR: Crash Team Racing’ remaster is probably coming
CTR: Crash Team Racing, Sony's original answer to Mario Kart, seems to be getting remastered for current generation consoles. A picture of furry Crash-colored dice is circulating online with a message to tune in for The Game Awards. A remaster of the racer comes on the heels of Crash N. Sane Trilogy.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ scene alludes to notorious 19th-century serial killers
Red Dead Redemption 2 is brimming with details and secrets. Historian Mike Stuchbery made an interesting connection between a strange occurrence on the Aberdeen Pig Farm and the Bloody Benders, a family of serial killers that terrorized Kansas. RDR2 is just the latest of many to allude to the family.
‘Red Dead Online’ is only an appetizer right now, but there’s a feast to come
Red Dead Online, the multiplayer component of Red Dead Redemption 2, has entered beta. After a few hours spent playing cooperative missions, riding solo, and going head-to-head in competitive multiplayer, we've come away impressed by the experience's early foundation and are excited for the future.
Everything you need to know about ‘Just Cause 4’
Just Cause 4 is the biggest Xbox One and PS4 release in December, and it looks like it will up the ante for the consistently over-the-top open world franchise. From story details to extreme weather to the freedom the game's systems provide, take a look at everything you can expect from Just Cause 4.
Nintendo scrambles to stop ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ leaks, piracy
Nintendo is dealing with a massive problem with its biggest holiday title, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Pirated copies of the game and a mountain of leaks appeared online a full two weeks before the game's scheduled launch on December 7. Nintendo has issued copyright claims against many video leakers.
Oculus and HTC Vive Black Friday deals at Amazon
If you're looking to get into VR, Amazon has deals on Oculus and Vive headsets on Black Friday weekend. The deals include discounts on the Oculus Go, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive Pro. If you're interested in any of these headsets, act fast because the deals are only active while supplies last.
‘Marvel’s Spider-Man: Turf Wars’ is light on story but big on fun
Marvel's Spider-Man: Turf Wars, the second part of The City That Never Sleeps DLC saga, sacrifices story for near non-stop action. Unlike other villains in the game, Hammerhead is one dimensional, and story largely ignores a few main characters, including Spider-Man. But the action is top-notch.
Pokémon: Let’s Go review
Pokémon Let’s Go takes players back to Kanto for a jubilant journey through Pokémon history. Though battling with wild Pokémon has been removed, Let’s Go’s lack of random battles feels like an overall improvement. Kanto is more charming than you even remembered, making Let’s Go a relaxing and inviting entry in the series.
‘Spyro Reignited Trilogy’ proves nostalgia only goes so far
Spyro Reignited Trilogy is a faithful and beatiful remaster of the PlayStation classics, but its dedication to retaining the original experience ultimately hinders the experience. With frustrating controls, monotonous gameplay, and a tireless emphasis on collecting pointless stuff, the trilogy flounders.
Nintendo and Microsoft say they’re all-in on E3 after Sony bows out of 2019 event
Shortly after Sony announced it will not participate in E3 2019 for the first time, Microsoft and Sony announced the show will go on as usual for each software giant. E3 2019 now presents a unique opportunity for Sony's major competitors, as the PlayStation brand has stolen the show in recent years.
‘Marvel’s Spider-Man: Turf Wars’ sees Spidey confront the villainous Hammerhead
The second part of Marvel's Spider-Man's The City That Never Sleeps DLC swings into action on November 20. Titled Turf Wars, the new storyline is focused on Hammerhead, who is waging war across New York City. Along with new story missions and side content, Turf Wars introduces three new suits.
‘Tetris Effect’ makes the undying classic feel new again
Tetris is a game that everyone knows. The classic puzzler has appeared on just about every device since 1984. Tetris Effect, the latest take on the puzzler from team behind Lumines and Rez, manages to make elevate the arguably flawless game to new heights through with music and visual flourishes.
Faction-based PvP, new Vault openings coming to ‘Fallout 76’ after launch
Bethesda is already hard at work on post-launch content for Fallout 76. Following its November 14 release, expect to see new quests, events, and C.A.M.P. improvements. Faction-based PvP is also in the works, and more vaults will open. Hopefully we won't have to wait forever to find out what's inside.
‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ parachutes onto PlayStation 4 on December 7
Following months of speculation, PUBG Corp. has announced that PUBG is coming to PS4 on December 7. The PS4 version includes all three maps and major features, and you can get some PlayStation-themed apparel items by pre-ordering. PUBG will also debut a new, optional Survivor's Pass at launch.
Everyone’s favorite Pokémon turns gumshoe in ‘Detective Pikachu’ trailer
The first Detective Pikachu trailer has arrived, and it looks like a video game movie could actually be good? Voiced by Ryan Reynolds, Pikachu is undeniably cute in what is shaping up to be a family-friendly buddy comedy. The other Pokémon on display in the trailer range from odd to frightening.
Xbox gaming chief has sights set on improving Microsoft Store experience
Xbox chief Phil Spencer acknowledged that the Microsoft Store still has a ways to go to become a solid platform for PC gamers. Spencer promised to take on a bigger role to help fix the problems that plague the store, which currently suffers from bugs, download errors, and weird inconsistencies.