The Xbox first-party family might be getting another member. Microsoft might have its eyes on acquiring independent game studio Obsidian Entertainment, a move that would lend it some expertise in role-playing games.
Read MoreThose concerned about the future of video game consoles need not worry. Months after Microsoft's Phil Spencer confirmed his company was working on next-gen Xbox hardware, Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida has all but done the same for the PlayStation brand. Yes: the console wars will rage on.
Read MoreLeft 4 Dead was originally planned as a mod for Counter-Strike, but released as a standalone in 2008. Unfortunately, we've not heard much about the series since the sequel in 2009. Will Left 4 Dead 3 ever arrive? Here are a few reasons Valve will probably never return to the franchise.
Read MoreIn the world of licensed video games, no fans may be more tortured than those of the Harry Potter series. But salvation may soon be coming, as leaked footage of a still-unannounced Harry Potter title has made its way online. And dare we say: it actually looks pretty good.
Read MoreFor several years, Microsoft has forgone the kind of game streaming Sony has embraced, instead choosing to focus on Xbox Game Pass. That changed today, as Microsoft officially pulled back the curtain on Project xCloud, which enables game streaming on consoles, PCs, and mobile devices.
Read MoreWhile LucasArts' days may be over, there's no doubt that the company created some of the greatest Star Wars ever made. One of their highs was the Rogue Squadron series, which put you in the cockpit of an X-wing. But we've not heard a peep from the series in 15 years. Here's why.
Read MoreWhether you're a fan of Fortnite or exhausted of hearing the game's name, it's impossible to deny that it has had an immense impact on the gaming industry. Here are some of the interesting strategies, ideas, and concepts other games, developers, and publishers can learn from Epic Games' Fortnite.
Read MoreIt's a testament to the quality of the Fallout series that its entire roster of games, save one notable dud, are all in contention for being the best the franchise has to offer. Here's our purely subjective take on every single Fallout game, ranked in order of worst to best.
Read MoreWe don't know much about Jedi: Fallen Order, but there are plenty of rumors making their way around the internet. Below, we've compiled all the unconfirmed details we've heard about the game. As always, take them with a grain of salt.
Read MoreWhile most skins in games come at a relatively affordable cost, not all of them are equal, especially when a developer is okay with people spending real currency on them. The sheer insanity of these games' secondary markets warrants an in-depth look into gaming's most expensive skins.
Read MoreChanges are brewing behind the scenes at Epic Games. The studio doesn't want the Fortnite fad to fade, and it's doing everything it can to keep the madness going. That means adding new features and experimenting with the Fortnite formula. The future of Fortnite may blow you away. Here's why.
Read MoreThe darkest corners of Tamriel are waiting to snatch you up, whether it be in one of Morrowind's many crypts or the most haunted house in Skyrim. You could also bear witness to dark rituals and even cannibalism. These are the creepiest things you'll find in The Elder Scrolls series ...
Read MoreAfter just a few games, Crash Bandicoot faded into obscurity, leaving many of his fans wondering why.
Read MoreThe owner of the Triforce of Wisdom, Princess Zelda, makes some rather poor and downright ignorant decisions that can -- and have -- cost people their lives. Here is a list showcasing some of the most terrible things Princess Zelda has ever done.
Read MoreFor better or for worse, the following records are virtually unbeatable - and most likely, they always will be.
Read MoreIt's simply impossible for Fortnite's developers to keep up with their own juggernaut. So no one can fault them for the glitches that have slipped through the cracks in this game. Here we have Fortnite glitches that are both hilarious, and oftentimes advantageous, to those who stumble upon them.
Read MoreMarvel's Spider-Man has released to both critical and commercial success, thanks in no small part to the care and attention to detail that the developers clearly poured into the title. It's packed to the rafters with fun little Easter Eggs and amazing touches. Here's a few you might have missed.
Read MoreThere are a few reasons why Valve might not be in much of a hurry to release a new sequel.
Read MoreBeneath that endearing facade, however, is an expo that has lied to you, deceived you, and even endangered you. E3 isn't just gaming's cultural Mecca, it's also the industry's worst nightmare. Get ready to find out how E3 has betrayed gamers and evolved into the industry's shadiest showcase.
Read MoreThere's a dark side to Overwatch, and it goes beyond the horror of the Omnic Crisis. Even the smiliest of characters have disturbing skeletons hidden away in their pasts.
Read MoreHere, we'll be looking at some of the more obscure cornerstones of World of Warcraft, celebrating a decade-plus of fascinating stories and development.
Read MoreThere's not a terrible flavor of Fortnite. But some versions are better than others, and below, we'll take a look at each one and hit you with the pros and cons. Because let's be honest: the game is big enough that, if you're not already a gamer, you might want to buy hardware just to play it.
Read MoreFrom puzzle games to platformers, from fairy tales to the Cold War, here some of the very best hidden gems on Steam.
Read MoreSome games get alternate endings right. And then some games go way overboard, to the point where few players actually go through the work of seeing every ending. It's those latter games we'll be talking about here.
Read MoreNot even yet one year old, and still in early access, Fortnite: Battle Royale is already one of the biggest successes in the history of gaming. But it turns out, the game might finally be cresting its peak.
Read MoreIt should come as a surprise to no one that some of the greatest games ever made were made by people who, well, aren't some of the greatest people, to say the least. We've compiled a few of them here. We're sorry in advance for ruining your illusions.
Read MoreNearly five years after that disaster of a reveal, the Xbox platform looks like it's once more on a promising path. Still, we have some gripes, some things that still annoy us about the Xbox One. And we'd like to share them with you now.
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