XDefiant Release Date Announced by Ubisoft

At long last, Ubisoft's upcoming multiplayer shooter, XDefiant, has a release date. Initially announced all the way back in 2021, Ubisoft has held numerous play tests for XDefiant over the years, some of which have been quite successful. As a result, fans have been eager to play the full title, which was previously slated to launch in the latter half of 2023. Ater an indefinite delay pushed it ...read more

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Gray Zone Warfare Sells 400,000 Copies in 2 Days

Despite performance issues, bugs and other problems with its early access launch, Madfinger Games’ Gray Zone Warfare is off to a solid start. It’s sold 400,000 copies within two days, with player counts peaking at 66,944 per SteamDB. As a tactical FPS sandbox, Gray Zone Warfare takes place on Lamong Island, which has suffered a “mysterious event” leading to its quarantine. Three PMCs ...read more

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May’s ‘free’ games with Amazon Prime Gaming have been revealed

Amazon has revealed the next batch of ‘free’ games set to be offered to Prime members. Prime Gaming, which comes with an Amazon Prime subscription, gives members PC titles to keep plus exclusive in-game content every month. Players will be able to claim nine free games in May, starting today with Tomb Raider Game of the Year Edition.

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Helldivers 2 is a “Massive Hit” on PC and PS5, Says Circana Analyst

Dragon’s Dogma 2 emerged as the clear winner of video game sales for the United States in March, but Helldivers 2 wasn’t far behind. Arrowhead’s co-op shooter is not only the best-selling premium title of the year to date but also the seventh-best Sony-published title in the US in terms of dollar sales per Circana. A good chunk of its success is due to the PC version, as tweeted by ...read more

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Skate’s ‘The Board Room’ episode 5 details character customisation

Developer Full Circle has discussed how players will be able to customize their character’s wardrobe, body height, and shape and features “however they see fit”. Players will also have full customisation control over their board, including custom “deck art, stickers, grip tape designs, wheel color, and more”. “You’ll be able to unlock great new items for your character and ...read more

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Halo Among Xbox Exclusives Headed to PlayStation, Says Known Insider

A known insider has joined the ranks of those who claim that “all” Xbox exclusives are going to release on PlayStation eventually, including Forza and Halo. This claim comes days after Xbox president Sarah Bond seemingly teased multiplatform announcements at the upcoming Xbox Showcase in June. Why Xbox exclusives are reportedly heading to PlayStation This latest rumor comes from none ...read more

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Sins of a Solar Empire 2 Coming to Steam This Summer

Despite how acclaimed Ironclad Games’ Sins of a Solar Empire is, you could be forgiven for not knowing about the existence of its sequel. Thankfully, publisher Stardock Entertainment has announced that Sins of a Solar Empire 2 is coming to Steam this Summer. Check out the latest trailer below. Available for PC via the Epic Games Store since 2022, Sins of a Solar Empire 2 features three ...read more

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Stellar Blade Achieves Highest Metacritic User Score For PS5 Game

Stellar Blade launched to favorable critic reviews when it dropped last week. In our review, ComicBook said it "boasts some surprisingly involved combat systems and fantastic creature designs all in a relatively compact experience" and gave Shift Up's action-adventure game four out of five stars. Even with critic reviews being largely positive, the fan scores are coming in even higher. In fact, ...read more

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XDefiant Release Date Announced by Ubisoft

At long last, Ubisoft's upcoming multiplayer shooter, XDefiant, has a release date. Initially announced all the way back in 2021, Ubisoft has held numerous play tests for XDefiant over the years, some of which have been quite successful. As a result, fans have been eager to play the full title, which was previously slated to launch in the latter half of 2023. Ater an indefinite delay pushed it ...read more

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Halo Among Xbox Exclusives Headed to PlayStation, Says Known Insider

A known insider has joined the ranks of those who claim that “all” Xbox exclusives are going to release on PlayStation eventually, including Forza and Halo. This claim comes days after Xbox president Sarah Bond seemingly teased multiplatform announcements at the upcoming Xbox Showcase in June. Why Xbox exclusives are reportedly heading to PlayStation This latest rumor comes from none ...read more

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Balatro Gets First Big Balance Update

Balatro took the world by storm when it launched earlier this year. The rogue-lite is a great mix of classic poker-like mechanics and run-based gameplay. However, the developers have been taking their time to release the first balance patch, which makes sense when you consider how polished Balatro was from the jump. Last month, developer LocalThunk released the first balance patch as a beta, but ...read more

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Bethesda Is "Looking At" Cross-Play For Fallout 76

Fallout 76 doesn't currently have cross-platform progression or play, meaning that if you want to swap consoles or team up with friends on Xbox while you're on PlayStation, you can't without losing everything. "We keep looking into it, but [Fallout 76] wasn't designed that way from the beginning," Howard said in an interview with Kinda Funny's Gamecast (as reported by Kotaku). "The more ...read more

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More Evidence of Xbox Handheld Console Surfaces

According to a source, a recent survey from Microsoft may prove that the tech giant is developing a handheld Xbox console to compete with the Steam Deck, the ROG Ally, and other portable handhelds. While Microsoft has not officially revealed any specifications or concrete information about a portable Xbox console, the new survey could indicate Microsoft is gauging interest in such a ...read more

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Call of Duty 2024 Reveal Likely Teased

Xbox seems to have teased when it will be revealing the 2024 entry in the Call of Duty series. With Microsoft now the owner of Activision, Xbox will lead the charge for the first time this year when it comes to announcing the next game in the Call of Duty franchise. And while Xbox still hasn't disclosed specifics on when this title will be unveiled, the publisher has dropped some major hints ...read more

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Square Enix Incurs $140 Million Losses Due to Project Cancellations

Square Enix has announced that it “expects to recognize extraordinary losses” for the fiscal year that ended on March 31, attributing them as “content abandonment losses”. The Japanese company has, in other words, cancelled undisclosed projects, owing to which it will incur losses amounting to ¥22.1 billion (roughly $140.4 million). The company says it cancelled said projects due to ...read more

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Xbox Games Showcase Announced for June 2024

Microsoft has finally announced when it will be holding its Xbox Games Showcase during June 2024. Earlier in the year, those at Xbox confirmed that they would once again be holding a presentation at some point in June, much as the publisher does annually. Outside of this broad confirmation, though, a specific date and accompanying details of what would be highlighted at the time wasn't given. ...read more

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XDefiant Release Date Announced by Ubisoft

At long last, Ubisoft's upcoming multiplayer shooter, XDefiant, has a release date. Initially announced all the way back in 2021, Ubisoft has held numerous play tests for XDefiant over the years, some of which have been quite successful. As a result, fans have been eager to play the full title, which was previously slated to launch in the latter half of 2023. Ater an indefinite delay pushed it ...read more

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Skate’s ‘The Board Room’ episode 5 details character customisation

Developer Full Circle has discussed how players will be able to customize their character’s wardrobe, body height, and shape and features “however they see fit”. Players will also have full customisation control over their board, including custom “deck art, stickers, grip tape designs, wheel color, and more”. “You’ll be able to unlock great new items for your character and ...read more

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Halo Among Xbox Exclusives Headed to PlayStation, Says Known Insider

A known insider has joined the ranks of those who claim that “all” Xbox exclusives are going to release on PlayStation eventually, including Forza and Halo. This claim comes days after Xbox president Sarah Bond seemingly teased multiplatform announcements at the upcoming Xbox Showcase in June. Why Xbox exclusives are reportedly heading to PlayStation This latest rumor comes from none ...read more

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Stellar Blade Achieves Highest Metacritic User Score For PS5 Game

Stellar Blade launched to favorable critic reviews when it dropped last week. In our review, ComicBook said it "boasts some surprisingly involved combat systems and fantastic creature designs all in a relatively compact experience" and gave Shift Up's action-adventure game four out of five stars. Even with critic reviews being largely positive, the fan scores are coming in even higher. In fact, ...read more

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FF7 Rebirth is the Fourth Best-Selling Game of 2024 in the US

Circana’s March 2024 data on video game spending in the United States is available, with Dragon’s Dogma 2 and Helldivers 2 scoring big. In the midst of all this is Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the long-awaited second part in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, which is the fourth best-selling title in the US year to date. This is despite following to seventh place in March after debuting in ...read more

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No Stellar Blade DLC Planned Yet But a Boss Rush Mode Is Coming

Shift Up has said that it currently has no plans for Stellar Blade DLC, but it’s working on a Boss Rush mode. The studio previously said that it will release cosmetic add-ons post launch, but it hasn’t yet decided whether it’ll expand Stellar Blade’s story or other content. Stellar Blade will get costume DLC in the future Earlier last month, Shift Up confirmed that it plans to release ...read more

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PlayStation players can now join parties via QR code

PlayStation is rolling out an update to the way multiplayer parties work on PlayStation. Included in the update is a new way to invite other players to multiplayer parties using a shareable link. These links will be in the form of QR codes which can be posted to social platforms or via third-party apps like WhatsApp and iMessage. “This feature is designed to complement existing methods ...read more

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Ghost of Tsushima Players Say the Game Is "Broken" After New Update

It seems that Sucker Punch's newest patch for Ghost of Tsushima on PS5 and PS4 may have created some big problems for players. For the first time since 2022, Sucker Punch released an update for Ghost of Tsushima within the past day to make the PlayStation iterations crossplay compatible before the PC version drops in a little over two weeks. Unfortunately, this update looks to have created even ...read more

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Switch 2 Could Be Making a Big Sacrifice for Better Battery Life

Amid the rumors surrounding Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console, sources stated that it will be deliberately underclocked in handheld mode to prolong battery life and could be more powerful than anticipated while in its TV dock. The same rumors also stated that the Switch 2 could output up to four teraflops of graphical power while docked, which is more than anticipated in previous ...read more

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Looks Like The iPhone Is Getting A 3DS Emulator

It looks like the iPhone is getting a 3DS emulator in the not too distant future (thanks, Retro Dodo). A post on Twitter shows 3DS being played on Apple's popular smartphone, suggesting that an App Store launch could be coming soon. It is reported that a recent iPhone will be required to get the most out of the emulator, so anticipate having to own an iPhone 15 to get games running at full ...read more

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Star Wars: Hunters Launches on June 4th

Out of nowhere, Zynga has announced a release date for Star Wars: Hunters, its free-to-player third-person competitive multiplayer shooter. Developed by NaturalMotion and BossAlien, it launches on June 4th for Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android, with pre-downloads available now. Check out the latest trailer below. Star Wars: Hunters sees players controlling a selection of bounty hunters ...read more

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Gamer Builds Handheld Nintendo 64 Console

One avid gamer has built a fully-functional, portable version of Nintendo's beloved fifth generation console, the Nintendo 64. In an era where handheld gaming is increasing in popularity each and every year, fan-made hardware modifications are becoming more relevant than ever before, as they provide gamers with a way to take their retro home console libraries with them on the go. This Nintendo 64 ...read more

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Switch 2 Screen Reportedly Upgraded To 1080p

Nintendo's next console, commonly referred to as the Switch 2, will reportedly have a screen resolution of 1080p in handheld mode. The screen will also apparently be eight inches bigger than the Switch OLED, as Nintendo seemingly focuses on improving the experience for those who play on the go. This new information isn't official, but comes to us courtesy of the third-party Switch controller ...read more

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Switch 2 reportedly has magnetic Joy-Cons

New details about Nintendo’s Switch successor have reportedly surfaced. Long-running Spanish video games website Vandal claims to have received information about the console from sources at peripherals manufacturers. According to the site, Switch 2’s Joy-Con controllers will attach to the console magnetically. As current Joy-Cons connect to Switch using a rail system, it’s unclear if ...read more

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Garry’s Mod studio is removing 20 years of Nintendo uploads

The studio behind sandbox game Garry’s Mod says it will be removing all Nintendo-related uploads after receiving DMCA takedown requests that appear to be from Nintendo. Garry’s Mod is a sandbox game where players can upload their own objects and character models and use them to make animations or other games. This has inevitably resulted in the addition of copyrighted content to the ...read more

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New Rumor Claims Kingdom Hearts Adaption Is in the Works

Since its first release in 2002, the Kingdom Hearts franchise has released more spin-offs than you can shake a stick at. Importantly, almost off of those spin-offs include plot details that are key to the series' overarching story. A recent rumor claims that Kingdom Hearts might be expanding even further. While fans are patiently waiting for Kingdom Hearts 4 to launch, it seems that there's ...read more

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XDefiant Release Date Announced by Ubisoft

At long last, Ubisoft's upcoming multiplayer shooter, XDefiant, has a release date. Initially announced all the way back in 2021, Ubisoft has held numerous play tests for XDefiant over the years, some of which have been quite successful. As a result, fans have been eager to play the full title, which was previously slated to launch in the latter half of 2023. Ater an indefinite delay pushed it ...read more

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Gray Zone Warfare Sells 400,000 Copies in 2 Days

Despite performance issues, bugs and other problems with its early access launch, Madfinger Games’ Gray Zone Warfare is off to a solid start. It’s sold 400,000 copies within two days, with player counts peaking at 66,944 per SteamDB. As a tactical FPS sandbox, Gray Zone Warfare takes place on Lamong Island, which has suffered a “mysterious event” leading to its quarantine. Three PMCs ...read more

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May’s ‘free’ games with Amazon Prime Gaming have been revealed

Amazon has revealed the next batch of ‘free’ games set to be offered to Prime members. Prime Gaming, which comes with an Amazon Prime subscription, gives members PC titles to keep plus exclusive in-game content every month. Players will be able to claim nine free games in May, starting today with Tomb Raider Game of the Year Edition.

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Helldivers 2 is a “Massive Hit” on PC and PS5, Says Circana Analyst

Dragon’s Dogma 2 emerged as the clear winner of video game sales for the United States in March, but Helldivers 2 wasn’t far behind. Arrowhead’s co-op shooter is not only the best-selling premium title of the year to date but also the seventh-best Sony-published title in the US in terms of dollar sales per Circana. A good chunk of its success is due to the PC version, as tweeted by ...read more

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Halo Among Xbox Exclusives Headed to PlayStation, Says Known Insider

A known insider has joined the ranks of those who claim that “all” Xbox exclusives are going to release on PlayStation eventually, including Forza and Halo. This claim comes days after Xbox president Sarah Bond seemingly teased multiplatform announcements at the upcoming Xbox Showcase in June. Why Xbox exclusives are reportedly heading to PlayStation This latest rumor comes from none ...read more

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Sins of a Solar Empire 2 Coming to Steam This Summer

Despite how acclaimed Ironclad Games’ Sins of a Solar Empire is, you could be forgiven for not knowing about the existence of its sequel. Thankfully, publisher Stardock Entertainment has announced that Sins of a Solar Empire 2 is coming to Steam this Summer. Check out the latest trailer below. Available for PC via the Epic Games Store since 2022, Sins of a Solar Empire 2 features three ...read more

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OlliOlli, Rollerdrome Studio Roll7 is Reportedly Being Shuttered

Private Division-owned studio Roll7 is being shut down, as per a report published by Bloomberg. The studio, best known for the OlliOlli series and Rollerdrome, will be shuttered soon as part of Private Division parent company Take-Two Interactive’s recently announced mass layoffs, which will see the company cutting around 5 percent of its workforce, which is about 600 jobs. Roll7 was acquired ...read more

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Balatro Gets First Big Balance Update

Balatro took the world by storm when it launched earlier this year. The rogue-lite is a great mix of classic poker-like mechanics and run-based gameplay. However, the developers have been taking their time to release the first balance patch, which makes sense when you consider how polished Balatro was from the jump. Last month, developer LocalThunk released the first balance patch as a beta, but ...read more

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Unity appoints former EA and Zynga executive as its new CEO

Unity has appointed former Electronic Arts and Zynga executive Matthew Bromberg as its new CEO. Effective May 15, Bromberg will replace interim CEO Jim Whitehurst, the former IBM president who assumed the role when John Riccitiello stepped down last October, and who has now been appointed executive chair of Unity’s board. Bromberg previously served as group general manager of BioWare, ...read more

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YouTube experimenting with ads that play while your video is paused

First reported by Android Authority, a recent Google earnings call included praise for a pilot program to show users ads when they pause videos on YouTube's TV app. The company has so far only experimented with pause ads on the TV app, but its apparent success is a cause for concern with future inclusion on the mobile or desktop versions of YouTube. Google Chief business officer Philipp ...read more

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NES Emulator Shows Up on App Store, Swiftly Gets Removed

Earlier this month, Apple lifted its ban on emulators on the App Store. One developer wasted no time bringing an option that allowed players to access games originally released for the Nintendo Entertainment System, or NES. The Bimmy – NES Emulator was made available for iPad as a free download by developer Tom Salvo, but was swiftly removed. While some would assume this was the work of ...read more

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Game Boy emulator released for iPhone

Following Apple's relaxation in its App Store policy to allow the publishing of retro game emulators in its marketplace, iGBA, a free Game Boy emulator, becomes the first emulator to be available for iPhone and iPad on the App Store. Apple has been pretty restrictive and never allowed emulators to be published on its App Store, till this recent change in its App Store policies. Things have ...read more

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Twitch CEO Addresses Demand for Rewind Feature

The CEO of Twitch has responded to viewers' demands for a rewind function on streams. The feature would put streaming on Twitch more in line with services like YouTube, which let viewers go back and see what they missed before they tuned in. While Twitch was once the undisputed leader of live video streaming on the internet, YouTube, Kick, and even Meta have all tried to draw users towards ...read more

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PPSSPP emulator eyeing App Store launch this year

Recently, Apple updated its guidelines and opened the doors of its App Store for emulators, marking a significant shift in policies. Now that one barrier is gone, the popular Android emulator PPSSPP's creator, Henrik Rydgård, has said that the PPSSPP emulator may debut on the App Store later this year, but only if Apple eases out an important restriction. Notably, according to the updated App ...read more

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Apple lifts App Store ban on game emulators

Apple has lifted its restriction on retro game emulators on the iOS App Store. In an update published on Friday, the company announced that game emulators – previously banned from the iPhone store – will now be allowed globally, as well as downloadable games. The company noted that developers are responsible for all software offered, “including ensuring that such software complies ...read more

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Discord Reportedly Rolling Out Ads Soon

Advertisements will reportedly be hitting the popular communications service Discord within the week. Discord is available on a wide range of devices, from Xbox to the Steam Deck, but it will soon change with the arrival of advertisements. Discord is the go-to online messaging system for many, featuring a wide range of robust chat and video conferencing features, as well as community-focused ...read more

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Skate’s ‘The Board Room’ episode 5 details character customisation

Developer Full Circle has discussed how players will be able to customize their character’s wardrobe, body height, and shape and features “however they see fit”. Players will also have full customisation control over their board, including custom “deck art, stickers, grip tape designs, wheel color, and more”. “You’ll be able to unlock great new items for your character and ...read more

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Sins of a Solar Empire 2 Coming to Steam This Summer

Despite how acclaimed Ironclad Games’ Sins of a Solar Empire is, you could be forgiven for not knowing about the existence of its sequel. Thankfully, publisher Stardock Entertainment has announced that Sins of a Solar Empire 2 is coming to Steam this Summer. Check out the latest trailer below. Available for PC via the Epic Games Store since 2022, Sins of a Solar Empire 2 features three ...read more

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Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance Trailer Showcases New Nahobino Form

A new trailer for Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance, the enhanced version of the 2021 RPG, is now available. Nahobino’s new form is in action, alongside some of the new Demons to recruit, but more than anything, its tone is foreboding. Of the coming apocalypse to ensure the “ideal world.” Check it out below. The trailer also highlights changes made to Da’at, the alternate ...read more

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Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Receives New Trailer

Bandai Namco’s Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO, the successor to the Budokai Tenkaichi series, has received a new gameplay trailer. The theme is “Master and Apprentice” and reveals ten additional playable characters, including some fan-favorites. Check it out below. The characters in question have all been previously confirmed and include Gohan in his Kid, Adult and Future forms (with ...read more

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Marvel Rivals Trailer Reveals Tokyo 2099 Map

Marvel Rivals will see players battling with and against each other while playing as a variety of different Marvel heroes and villains, but given its nature as a 6v6 hero shooter, the arenas that you’ll be fighting in are going to be just as crucial as the characters you’ll be playing as. After introducing a new location form the game in the form of Yggsgard earlier this month, developer ...read more

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New Modern Warfare 3 multiplayer maps showcased

Activision has showcased two new Modern Warfare 3 multiplayer maps. The game’s latest maps are Grime, which is set around a derelict London canal, and Checkpoint, which is based on Rebirth Island’s Stronghold. They’ll be released on May 1 as part of the Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 3 Reloaded update. Activision has released a trailer for the new maps, which is viewable at ...read more

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Street Fighter 6 Reveals Akuma Release Date in Stunning New Trailer

On May 22nd, Akuma is coming to Street Fighter 6 as the game's next DLC fighter. The villain has long been a fan favorite, and many were shocked that he didn't make the base roster. However, the wait seems to have been worth it, as Capcom has dropped a brand-new trailer showcasing Akuma's moves, as well as his new default style. The new design looks even more intimidating than before, and makes ...read more

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Mortal Kombat 1 Mavado Release Date Announced

The release date for Mavado, the next Kameo fighter in Mortal Kombat 1, has been announced. Hot off the heels of Ermac being added to the playable roster for MK1, it was known that Mavado was next on tap to join the game in a Kameo role. Up until this point, though, NetherRealm Studios has been quiet about when Mavado would hit MK1, which left fans with many lingering questions. Fortunately, ...read more

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