Lately, Microsoft has been making up for lost time by purchasing numerous developers. Companies such as ZeniMax Media was recently bought by Xbox, and if rumors are true, Microsoft might soon gobble up some companies in Sony's home turf. PlayStation fans noticed Sony is "drifting away" from Japan.
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Critics have recently been able to go hands-on with the PS5, and the reviews have been positive. One of the most interesting details to come from the reviews has been just how quickly games are able to load. Results may vary, depending on whether or not the game was originally optimized for the PS5.
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The next generation of gaming consoles is set to put a large dent in gamers' wallets starting this week. While plenty of people are still smarting over the idea of a $10 price hike in the cost of games for the new systems, a new report indicates that players got off lucky. They could have cost more.
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Cheating isn't cool, kids. Faze Jarvis learned this the hard way after the YouTuber uploaded a Fortnite gameplay video wherein he admitted to using cheats. There's a reason why he never, ever missed a target: he was using aimbots.
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Microsoft shocked gamers all over the world when it announced its plans to shutter its Mixer platform. The news also surprised many streamers as well, who expressed their amazement and disappointment through social media. This isn't to say that all Mixer streamers will have to start all over again.
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People want to know what Disintegration is all about, and soon enough, they'll get to find out for themselves.
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When you hear Kenny Loggins, you know things are about to get real '80s, real quick. And that's exactly what'll happen to Rocket League on June 10, when the Radical Summer event arrives to celebrate that decade's movies, TV shows, and culture.
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After five years of quests, Mobius Final Fantasy's days are numbered. Square Enix announced today that the popular mobile RPG will be bowing out later this year.
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Fans of cute critters and snack food rejoice — Bugsnax is finally almost here. The quirky PS5 launch title introduces gamers to Snaktooth Island and the titular Bugsnax, weird little animal/food hybrids. With such a bizarre premise, gamers have been curious to see what the critics make of Bugsnax.
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Ninja has been having a pretty good time since his return to streaming on Twitch. However, fans may be surprised to learn just how close Ninja came to signing with another streaming platform entirely. During a recent stream, Ninja said why he ultimately chose to leave YouTube and stay with Twitch.
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If you're hoping to document Eivor's journey out of medieval Norway and into England, then you're in luck because photo mode will be available in Assassin's Creed: Valhalla when it releases on Nov. 10. The inclusion of photo composition tools was confirmed in a tweet from the official Valhalla page.
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Xbox One and PS4 owners won't have to worry too much about leaving their old library of games behind since most of them are compatible with next-gen devices. Fans of Rockstar Games will be happy to know that titles they've poured hundreds of hours into are a part of that backward compatible lineup.
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Spider-Man: Miles Morales finally releases next week alongside the launch of the PlayStation 5. Fans of the wall-crawling superhero have been waiting patiently to learn how the game stacks up to its predecessor, 2018's Marvel's Spider-Man. The good news is that critics are responding positively.
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Sony has hyped a number of new features for its latest model, the PS5, including "near instant" loading times, more immersive gameplay, and stunning visuals for 4K compatible TV screens. In a world of PC versus console, Playstation has made every attempt to be on top in the console gaming world.
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Imagine you're in the middle of laughing at the latest PewDiePie video when suddenly, YouTube plays a clip about antidepressants. This might take you out of the moment, and some audience members install ad blockers, which usually work. Twitch is the latest site to try its hand at anti-ad blocking.
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As Bethesda's first original IP in 25 years, the upcoming open-world space RPG Starfield has the potential to be a fundamental shift for the revered developer. A recent interview with Todd Howard at Develop:Brighton Digital 2020 has shed some light on the Starfield and its role in Bethesda's future.
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Backwards compatibility is a major issue for many gamers. Today, EA finally announced to gamers which of its current titles are going to be included in its next-gen upgrade plan. Some of these games will be receiving full upgrades, while others will be receiving much-appreciated performance boosts.
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Bethesda typically keeps a tight lid on its upcoming projects, releasing only bits and pieces from their games during development. However, a small slip-up from one of Bethesda's employees may have confirmed leaked images from one of Bethesda's most anticipated projects: the game called Starfield.
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The Elder Scrolls 6 was officially announced way back in 2018, and there hasn't been much news since then. However, fans may be interested to learn that Todd Howard dropped a bombshell regarding the sheer size of The Elder Scrolls 6. Bethesda apparently had to completely rethink its game engine.
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It seems like every few months brings another new rumor concerning the future of the Silent Hill franchise. While fans may have started to give up hope on another entry in the series, it seems as though Silent Hill isn't gone forever. In fact, a new game announcement may be right around the corner.
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The PlayStation 5 finally launches on Nov. 12, and it seems like the new console still has plenty of surprises in store for fans. Gaming YouTuber John Glasscock recently posted a video that shows his own hands-on experience with the PS5's DualSense controller. Some of its features were unexpected.
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Among Us has become a hugely popular game in recent months, to the point where the developers canceled Among Us 2 in order to focus on building on the first game. One of the more hilarious Among Us tactics was recently demonstrated by Jack "CouRage" Dunlop, who outed Pokimane as the deadly Imposter.
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There are some pretty wild stories about players in Fortnite who have taken their love for the game far beyond what most of us would consider "normal." Today, we'll be taking a look at some real world incidents that have spilled out of Fortnite and into the real world.
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Fans of the Vampire: The Masquerade franchise may be surprised to learn of the existence of a new game set in that universe, particularly because of recent developments in the franchise. On Halloween, Sharkmob Games announced an untitled battle royale game set in the Vampire: The Masquerade world.
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With Season 7 of Apex Legends fast approaching, fans have been waiting patiently for the battle royale's next playable character to be announced. The wait is almost over, because Horizon is now joining Apex Legends. Respawn Entertainment announced the newest Legend on Twitter, along with a trailer.
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From numb-thumb to Nintendonitis, let's strap on our helmets and check out some of the most infamous moments of video game-induced trips to the hospital.
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Many game developers have gone all in on making and hiding Easter eggs. Some have left hidden messages to players containing in-game revelations, tributes to past projects, or teases of future games. You'll find a healthy smattering of all Easter egg types in the list below.
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