• The Video Game That Could Help Scientists Understand Nuclear War

    For the past several decades, the threat of nuclear war has hung above our heads like a crashed airplane in the canopy of a jungle. We have no idea when it'll fall or what'll happen when it does. All we know is that it's up there, it's dangerous, and we'll never truly feel at ease.

    By Shawn Farner October 1st, 2019 Read More
  • Dr Disrespect Gets Trolled By His 'Cousin' At TwitchCon

    Okay, so maybe Dr Disrespect doesn't actually have a cousin who is also a streamer. And maybe that cousin wouldn't walk around TwitchCon roasting the Doc by pointing out all of the ways he's been disrespectful to others while livestreaming. But wouldn't it be great if that cousin did exist?

    By Shawn Farner October 1st, 2019 Read More
  • PlayStation Now Cuts Subscription Price To $9.99 Per Month

    Is Sony already feeling the heat from competitors like Microsoft and Google? With Microsoft's Project xCloud opening to the public soon and Google Stadia coming next month, the company has decided to drop the monthly, quarterly, and yearly subscription prices for PlayStation Now.

    By Shawn Farner October 1st, 2019 Read More
  • The Legend Of Zelda: Link's Awakening - How To Get The Boomerang

    Longtime Zelda fans will be sad to learn that the boomerang has been nerfed in the Switch version of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, but it's still one of Link's most powerful and versatile items, and while it's purely optional, it makes the second half of the game a lot easier.

    By Christopher Gates September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • The Best Hidden Gems In Apple Arcade

    Let's take a look now at ten titles, spread across a number of genres. No matter which one you're into, however, you'll find them to be real surprises -- and yet another reason to enjoy the Apple Arcade service while you wait for what's next!

    By Robert Workman September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Greedfall: How To Craft Consumables

    Like most RPGs, resource management is an important aspect of your Greedfall experience. While you can purchase supplies from various merchants, players with the appropriate skillset can also craft them, saving time and money.

    By Dani Lee Damas September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Mario Maker Level Turns Mario Into Mozart

    One of the best aspects of the Super Mario Maker series is the creativity and novelty that the community brings to the table. The Music Maker level by user knil (ID: 4MW-PJW-3JF) exemplifies this creative spirit, transforming Mario into a rudimentary composer.

    By Dani Lee Damas September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Auto Chess Is Coming To PS4 And Nintendo Switch In 2020

    Auto Chess was and still is -- for lack of a better phrase -- the new hotness. The game started as a mod for popular MOBA title Dota 2, and sadly, when the game strikes out on its own on PC this year, it'll only do so as an Epic Games Store exclusive. But that won't be the case forever.

    By Shawn Farner September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • October 2019 Video Game Releases

    October is upon us, bringing with it a host of new games to explore. From RPGs to first-person shooters, the month is filled to the brim with new titles from developers like Ubisoft, Activision, and Blizzard Entertainment. Here are all the video game releases for October 2019.

    By Dani Lee Damas September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Gears 5: Changes To Microtransactions Could Be Coming

    All things considered, things have gone pretty swimmingly for Gears 5 since it launched toward the beginning of the month. The critics have been kind to the game. And even those who care more about looks say Gears 5 is gorgeous. But those microtransactions.

    By Shawn Farner September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Destiny 2 Is Now Down For 24 Hours Ahead Of Shadowkeep Launch

    If part of your daily routine involves coming home from work or school and shooting aliens in Destiny 2, we have some bad news for you. Destiny 2 is now down for 24 hours of scheduled maintenance ahead of the Tuesday launch of the game's next expansion, Shadowkeep.

    By Shawn Farner September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • How Long Does It Take To Beat Dragon Quest 11 On Switch?

    A year after releasing on PC and PlayStation 4, Dragon Quest 11: Echoes of an Elusive Age has finally come to the Nintendo Switch. Of course, an upgrade to a JRPG isn't complete without an even longer title, so the Switch version of Square Enix's eleventh Dragon Quest adds a few extra words.

    By Shawn Farner September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Arise: A Simple Story Is Releasing On PC And Xbox One, Too

    The Last of Us: Part 2 was the clear star of last week's State of Play, but close behind it was a new title called Arise: A Simple Story. Players may have believed Arise to be a PS4 exclusive, given that we got our first look at it courtesy of Sony's stream. But fortunately, that's not the case.

    By Shawn Farner September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Are Pearl And Marina Splatoon Dating?

    To those who don't play a lot of (or any) Splatoon 2 on Nintendo Switch, the game looks like nothing more than an all-ages, arcadey first-person shooter that trades bullet-filled guns in for blasters and rollers full of paint. But has there been an in-game relationship blooming in front of our eyes?

    By Shawn Farner September 30th, 2019 Read More
  • The Legend Of Zelda: Link's Awakening - How To Catch Blooper

    Want to collect all of the seashells, heart pieces, and fairy bottles hidden in The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening on the Switch? You'd better learn how to fish. The Switch version of the fishing minigame comes with more fish and more prizes than ever before.

    By Christopher Gates September 28th, 2019 Read More
  • Gears 5: How To Shoot The Grenade Launcher

    Gears 5 introduces a few new weapons to the series, including one of our favorites: the Lancer GL Assault Rifle. In the fine tradition of the Boomshot and the Booshka, the Lancer GL Assault Rifle brings the explosive pain.

    By Chris Lockey September 28th, 2019 Read More
  • Canceled GTA Content We'll Never Get To See

    It may be hard to believe, considering how much there is to do in these games, but the Grand Theft Auto series has actually left tons of missions and various other content on the cutting room floor. Let's take a look at some interesting GTA content that never properly saw the light of day.

    By Nathan Simmons September 27th, 2019 Read More
  • Marvel's Avengers Reveals New Look For Thor

    Square Enix has shared a new video featuring Thor and his abilities via the Marvel's Avengers Twitter page. The showcase reveals Thor's new design aesthetic, complete with a stylish up-do that makes him appear younger and less washed up than his previous shaggy, shoulder-length locks.

    By Dani Lee Damas September 27th, 2019 Read More
  • The Ending Of Borderlands 3 Explained

    We've lost some important characters and gained a couple new ones. However, some previously major characters didn't get much attention in this long-awaited sequel, leaving us with many questions about the future of Borderlands.

    By Robert Scarpinito September 27th, 2019 Read More
  • Snag Control For 20% Off This Weekend During The PS4 Flash Sale

    Looking for a new game to play this weekend? Sony Interactive Entertainment is at it again with another digital Flash Sale, slashing prices on some of 2019's hottest releases. PlayStation 4 users can snag up to 30% off at the PlayStation Store, including an impressive discount on Control.

    By Dani Lee Damas September 27th, 2019 Read More