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  • Untold Truth Of Warframe

    It's time we take a closer look at Warframe, how it started, and how it's managed to survive and grow all these years. After reading, who knows? You might come away with an appreciation for the large-yet-somehow-still-an-underdog studio behind the title.

    By Shawn Farner Read More
  • Red Dead Online Now Open To All

    Rockstar has officially made it less complicated to get into its latest online mode, Red Dead Online. If you own Red Dead Redemption 2​ and want to live out all of your cowboy fantasies in a multiplayer setting, Red Dead Online is now available to play, regardless of when you bought the game.

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  • Embarrassing Things We've All Done In Fortnite

    If you've stepped into Fortnite: Battle Royale at least a few times, there's a very good chance you've been on the wrong side of some laughter. Don't worry: we've been there, too. We can relate, which is why we've pieced together a list of embarrassing things we've all done in Fortnite.

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  • The Ending Of Red Dead Redemption 2 Explained

    Despite its colossal world and twisted satire, Red Dead Redemption 2 is ultimately a story about people. Considering that most Red Dead vets knew what was going to happen to the Van der Linde gang from the events of the previous game, Rockstar still threw plenty of surprising curveballs our way.

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  • Guacamelee 2! Is Coming To Nintendo Switch And Xbox One

    Fans of the Guacamelee! series will soon have more systems on which to play the latest release, Guacamelee! 2. According to IGN, Drinkbox Studios has announced that both the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One will get releases of Guacamelee! 2 within the next few months.

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  • Major Destiny 2 Spoiler Leaks Onto YouTube

    There's a very big story twist coming sometime soon in Destiny 2: Forsaken -- one that'll leave you asking a lot of questions. It leaked thanks to a video that was published to YouTube, and we're warning you right now: if you don't like spoilers, you should probably stop reading.

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  • Soma, Onrush Coming To PS Plus In December

    Who doesn't like some sort-of free games? Sony has announced its December lineup for PlayStation Plus subscribers, which includes two PlayStation 4 titles, two PlayStation 3 titles, one Vita game, and one cross-buy-compatible game that works on both Vita and PlayStation 4.

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  • The Best RPGs You've Never Played

    Whether you're a computer or console gamer, there's an RPG out there waiting for you to come along and revitalize it. From epic quests to chilling mysteries, here are the best RPGs you've never played.

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  • Batman: Arkham Collection Now On Sale For Some Reason

    Do you like superhero games? What about games from really good developers? Fortunately for you, Rocksteady got its hands on the Batman franchise and blessed us with three games, now available in one nice, neat package. It's called Batman: Arkham Collection, and it's available right now for $60.

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  • Fortnite v6.31 Patch Is Out Now

    Another patch, another new game mode. The latest update for Fortnite -- v6.31 -- is now available to download, and brings a variety of changes to the game, including a few new weapons and a brand new mode called "Team Rumble."

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  • Destiny 2's Season Of The Forge Starts Today

    It's been nearly three months since Destiny 2: Forsaken launched and Destiny 2 players got their first look at a much-improved game. Now Bungie is launching a whole new season of content to keep everyone busy through the holidays. It's called The Season of the Forge, and it starts today.

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  • December's Xbox Live Games With Gold Announced

    December will soon be upon us, which means more shopping, holiday music, and -- of course -- a fresh set of Xbox Live Games with Gold titles. Microsoft has announced the next four games joining the program, including one that may very well surprise you.

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  • Battle Royale Tycoon Helps Us Reach Peak Battle Royale

    Are you one of those rare souls who wishes there were more battle royale games? Would you be tickled absolutely pink if you could not just play another battle royale game, but instead, make one yourself? If so, you're the target audience for a game called Battle Royale Tycoon.

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  • Red Dead Online's Beta Starts This Week

    Take-Two Interactive promised we'd hear more about Red Dead Online earlier this month. Now, according to Kotaku, the time has come. Rockstar has officially announced the dates for Red Dead Redemption 2's online mode, Red Dead Online. But you might want to grab a pen. They're a bit confusing.

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  • Steam's Autumn Sale Kicks Off Today

    Finally -- PC gamers no longer have to sit at the kids' table. After seeing both Xbox One and PlayStation 4 get Black Friday sales, Valve has come along with its own spin on things. It's called the Autumn Sale, and there are plenty of great deals to be had on some of the best PC games around.

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  • Rocket League Gets Xbox One X Enhanced Next Month

    Rocket League​ fans can look forward to a pretty hefty update next month that features a number of changes, including Xbox One X enhancements, which are coming to the game for the very first time. The update is slated to arrive on Dec. 3.

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  • Fortnite Players Spot A Strange New Cloud

    When things change inside the world of Fortnite: Battle Royale, they usually don't happen by accident. Now PC Gamer is reporting that players may have spotted a new addition to the map -- a cloud off in the distance, which could signal a storm that will eventually make its way into the game.

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  • Valve Is Discontinuing The Steam Link Box

    It appears Valve is officially walking away from one of its more popular pieces of hardware. According to Eurogamer, the company is discontinuing its Steam Link box, which enabled players to stream games from Steam on PC to their living room TV.

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  • Sunset Overdrive Director Joins The Initiative

    Microsoft's new homegrown studio, The Initiative, appears to have snagged another games industry veteran. According to a Twitter post from Drew Murray, formerly of Insomniac Games, Murray has joined Microsoft's Santa Monica-based studio, though it's not clear what his role there will be just yet.

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  • Destiny 2 Raid Along Dives Into The Game's Latest Raid

    If you're someone who enjoys developer commentary, Bungie offered a rare treat today for its game, Destiny 2. The studio streamed what it calls a Raid Along -- a peek behind the curtain at what goes into building such an activity. And that video is now available to check out on Twitch.

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  • PlayStation Plus Gets A Huge Black Friday Discount

    Do you own a PlayStation 4? Are you into online multiplayer? If so, now is a really, really good time to pick up a PlayStation Plus subscription. According to Boy Genius Report, the price for a 12-month PlayStation Plus membership on Amazon has been slashed down to just $39.99 -- a savings of 33%.

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  • Smite, Paladins, Realm Royale To Get Cross-Play

    Hi-Rez Studios is ready to embrace a world without video game borders. According to a section on the company's website, Smite, Paladins, and Realm Royale are all getting support for cross-play and cross-progression in the very near future.

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  • These Are The Games That May Destroy Fortnite

    There's no question that Epic Games' Fortnite is a video game phenomenon, and in the time since it launched, the game's popularity has only continued to grow. With such massive success and continuous updates, will Fortnite ever fade away? More importantly, what will be the game to replace it?

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  • Black Friday Discounts Come To The PlayStation Store

    Black Friday hit the Xbox One yesterday, and now PlayStation fans can join in the fun. Sony has officially kicked off its Black Friday sale today, offering discounts on a whole bunch of first-and-third-party hits, including one of the company's "Game of the Year" contenders.

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  • Microsoft Could Launch A Disc-Less Xbox One In 2019

    Have you embraced the digital-only future of video games? If so, Microsoft might have an Xbox One to sell you next year. According to Thurrott.com, Microsoft plans to release an Xbox One without a disc drive in 2019, offering gamers an even cheaper way to join the Xbox family.

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  • Video Games Nobody Asked For

    Whether a new direction for a series is good or bad, the rage is coming, and the only thing a good developer can do is simply make the best game they can and pray for eventual mercy. Here, regardless, are some of the most egregious left turns in recent memory, and how the rage manifested.

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  • Xbox Live's Black Friday Sale Is Up For Gold Members

    Want something new to play this holiday? Microsoft's Larry Hyrb announced today that the Xbox Live Black Friday sale will start (oddly enough) on Monday, Nov. 19. But there's good news for those of you who are Xbox Live Gold members. You get access to the sale four days early. That's means today.

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  • Play Overwatch For Free Over The Thanksgiving Holiday

    Thanksgiving is a great time to stuff your face and catch up on the video games you missed. So why not jump into Overwatch​? There's a new hero named Ashe. And from Nov. 20 through Nov. 26, you won't have to spend a single dime to play.

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  • Nintendo Has No Plans For A Nintendo 64 Classic

    Nintendo's already made an NES Classic console, which it followed up soon after with an SNES Classic. So the company must be thinking about showing the Nintendo 64 some love at some point, right? Not so fast, according to Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime.

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  • Telltale's Library Is Starting To Disappear From Steam

    Today brings somber news with regard to Telltale Games and some of its most critically acclaimed titles. The Walking Dead series of games, as well as games based on Jurassic Park and Back to the Future have been removed from Steam, according to a report published today by Polygon.

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  • THQ Nordic Acquires Bugbear, Coffee Stain

    THQ, as it turns out, is not done buying studios and intellectual properties. According to DualShockers, the company has now acquired Bugbear Entertainment and Coffee Stain Studios, further growing the amount of studios and brands under the THQ Nordic umbrella.

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  • Keyboard And Mouse Support Comes To Xbox One

    The Xbox One is becoming more and more like a PC every day. From its Windows 10 core to the apps it runs, Microsoft hasn't shied away from PC comparisons for its console. And now the system is getting one more PC feature: keyboard and mouse support.

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  • You Can Now Food Fight In Fortnite

    Fortnite: Battle Royale is no stranger to mixed-up modes, but this one really takes the cake. The game's latest update, titled Patch v6.30, brings a bunch of changes to the game, but perhaps the biggest is the addition of a limited time mode called "Food Fight!"

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  • The Most Fun Red Dead Redemption 2 Cheat Codes

    You can enjoy Red Dead Redemption 2 like Rockstar intended. Or you can say screw it. If you prefer your West truly wild, you can use cheat codes to up Red Dead Redemption 2's action and lower its tedium. We recommend that you do.

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  • Destiny 2 Mission Goes Back To The Cosmodrome

    The last leg of the Master Ives Murder Mystery quest launched today in Destiny 2, and those who pick up the final quest from shipwright Amanda Holliday are in for a big dose of nostalgia. The final mission takes players to the Cosmodrome -- the spot where the first Destiny game began.

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  • Red Dead 2 Nabs A Ton Of Game Awards Nominations

    Red Dead Redemption 2 is doing gangbusters when it comes to sales, and it also managed to pocket quite a few perfect scores from game outlets. Now Red Dead Redemption 2 has managed to leave its mark in another area: nominations for the upcoming Game Awards.

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  • Three Final Fantasy Games Enter Xbox One Back Compat

    Looking for a JRPG to play this week? How about three of them? If you're an Xbox One owner, you now have three more Final Fantasy games available for purchase. Final Fantasy XIII, Final Fantasy XIII-2, and Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII are now part of Xbox One back compat.

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  • PUBG Drops Onto PlayStation 4 Dec. 7

    It's now official. After several rumors and leaks hinted at the possibility, Sony announced today that PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds is indeed coming to PlayStation 4. Those anxiously awaiting the game on that platform can play it next month on Friday, Dec. 7.

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  • Hidden Details You Missed In GTA 5

    Whether you're a casual player or diehard fan, there are still mysteries to solve in Grand Theft Auto 5. You never know what new secret is waiting just around the corner. So, dive deeper, fly higher, and get your last words ready. This Easter egg hunt is not for the faint of heart.

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  • Smite Could Be On Its Way To The Nintendo Switch

    The Nintendo Switch could be getting some MOBA love in the very near future. According to Game Informer, data miners for the game Smite have identified a special in-game item that may point to a Nintendo Switch version of the game being released sometime soon.

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  • Sunset Overdrive Apparently Coming To PC On Nov. 16

    The saga of Sunset Overdrive on PC continues, this time with a new Amazon listing for the title that appears to give away the release date. If this Amazon page for the game (via DualShockers) holds true, you can look forward to playing the PC version of Sunset Overdrive on Nov. 16.

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  • Take-Two Looks To Unbundle Its BioShock Remasters

    If you want to play remastered versions of BioShock, BioShock 2, and BioShock Infinite on an Xbox One or PS4, you currently need to purchase BioShock: The Collection. But that might not be the case for long, according to new PEGI ratings discovered by Gematsu.

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  • PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds Coming To Xbox Game Pass

    The first big announcement out of Microsoft's X018 conference was a big one. Starting on Nov. 12, PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds will enter the Xbox Game Pass program, becoming accessible to anyone who subscribes to Microsoft's $10 per month all-you-can-play buffet.

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  • Fortnite's Concurrent Player Count Hits 8.3 Million

    Don't let the passage of time fool you -- Fortnite: Battle Royale has been out for over a year now, but the game is still growing like nobody's business. And now Epic has a brand new number to tout when it comes to concurrent players worldwide: 8.3 million, up from 3.4 million back in February.

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  • Nintendo Switch Finally Has A YouTube App

    Nintendo Switch owners now have another on-the-go entertainment option, thanks to the fine folks at Google. Nintendo announced on Twitter today that an official YouTube app is now available in the Switch eShop.

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  • Sony Is Now Selling A Quieter PlayStation 4 Pro

    Rock stars and professional athletes love the roar of the fans. PlayStation 4 Pro owners, though? Not so much. On some of the PS4 Pro's more intensive titles, the console has been known to get a little bit loud. But fortunately, it appears a revision is now on sale that turns down the volume.

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  • Red Dead Online Beta To Launch By End Of Month

    It's been known for some time that Red Dead Redemption 2's online mode, Red Dead Online, would launch sometime in November. We now know that Red Dead Online is set to release in beta form sometime toward the end of this month.

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  • Unanswered Questions In Red Dead Redemption 2

    Not every question that Red Dead Redemption 2 raises has a clear solution, and some information has proven very hard to come by. These are the biggest unanswered questions still lurking in Red Dead Redemption 2. Strap on your saddle, sharpen your spurs, and start hunting. The truth is out there.

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  • Mass Effect Andromeda Receives The Xbox One X Treatment

    Mass Effect Andromeda​ may be over a year and a half old, but BioWare hasn't stopped working on it. In a video released on Twitter today, BioWare announced that a patch is now live that will enhance Mass Effect Andromeda for the Xbox One X.

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  • Nintendo Is Removing Native American Imagery From Smash

    There's a whole lot of hype surrounding the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch, but that excitement hit a snag recently when players discovered Native American imagery that many found offensive. Fortunately, that imagery won't last in the final product.

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  • PUBG And PES 2019 Get A Free Weekend On Xbox Live

    PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds may very well hit the PlayStation 4 soon, but Microsoft isn't letting people forget that it's still an Xbox One console exclusive. Starting tomorrow, Xbox Live members can download both PUBG and PES 2019 for free as part of a Free Play Days for All weekend.

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  • Runner3 Is Headed To PS4 Next Week

    PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds isn't entirely confirmed for PlayStation 4 just yet, but we know of one game that is. Runner3, the rhythm platformer from Choice Provisions, will hit the PlayStation Store on Tuesday, Nov. 13.

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  • PUBG Could Be Coming To PlayStation 4 In December

    PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds may soon be ending its console exclusivity. According to data on Sony's servers, as well an online post from a video game market analyst, PUBG could be coming to PlayStation 4 sometime in December.

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  • Nintendo Reveals Rest Of 2018's Switch Online NES Games

    Subscribers to Nintendo Switch Online finally know which NES games they can look forward to for the rest of 2018. Nintendo revealed the rest of the year's lineup today in a YouTube video, touting the service's existing titles before focusing on the six that will arrive in the next two months.

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  • Fortnite v6.22 Patch Drops, Adds Heavy AR And New Modes

    Fortnite's v6.22 patch hit today, bringing a brand new Heavy Assault Rifle to the game along with a few new modes for both Battle Royale and Save the World. Epic Games detailed the changes today in patch notes posted to the company's Fortnite blog.

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  • Path Of Exile Is Coming To PlayStation 4

    Path of Exile, the free-to-play action RPG that's drawn comparisons to the Diablo​ series, is finally making its way to PlayStation 4 in December. The news was announced on the game's Twitter account earlier this afternoon.

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  • Here's When You Can Play In Fallout 76's Final B.E.T.A.

    The launch of Fallout 76 is just around the bend, but if you're looking to take an early trip to West Virginia, there's still time. There are two more B.E.T.A. sessions scheduled over the next few days, according to Bethesda's Fallout account on Twitter: one tomorrow, and one on Thursday.

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  • Fortnite Is Getting NFL Skins

    You'll soon be able to don the uniforms of your favorite NFL team in Fortnite, according to a post published on the game's blog today. The NFL is partnering with Fortnite to provide skins for the Fortnite Item Shop, all of which can be swapped to feature the colors and logos of all 32 NFL teams.

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  • Blizzard Announces Diablo Immortal For Mobile

    There's a new Diablo game coming! But not to your PC or game console. Instead, Blizzard wrapped up its BlizzCon Opening Ceremony by announcing Diablo Immortal, a game built entirely with smartphones and tablets in mind.

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  • The Untold Truth Of The Madden Curse

    One of the longest running rumors in all of video games has to be the "Madden Curse." Today, we are going to take a look at some of the aspects of the Madden Curse: how it began, where it stands now, and some of the players it has devastated the most.

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  • World Of Warcraft Classic Launches In Summer 2019

    Fans eagerly awaiting a more original World of Warcraft experience will have to wait a little bit longer for the entire thing. Blizzard announced today at BlizzCon that World of Warcraft Classic will release in Summer 2019 -- at least eight months away.

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  • Nintendo's Classic Mini Consoles Sell 10 Million Units

    The Nintendo Switch isn't the only hardware Nintendo is finding success with. Its line of retro consoles -- comprised currently of the NES Classic and SNES Classic -- have combined to sell 10 million units, according to a report from IGN.

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  • What Other Games Can Learn From Red Dead Redemption 2

    Every single aspect of Red Dead Redemption 2 is above and beyond what players can expect from even the most polished titles already on shelves. Once again, Rockstar has shown the industry that they could be doing more and doing it better.

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  • Easter Eggs You Missed In Red Dead Redemption 2

    This prequel to Rockstar's multi-award-winning 2010 Western readily takes on the playful habit of stashing content where you least expect to find it. From UFOs to freaky outhouses, we're taking a look at some of our favorite Easter eggs you missed in Red Dead Redemption 2.

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  • Take-Two Settles Suit Over Red Dead Redemption 2 Leak

    A European news outlet has settled with Take-Two, the parent company of Rockstar Games, over a leak involving Red Dead Redemption 2 that the website published in early February. According to GamesIndustry.biz, TI Media has agreed to pay Take-Two around $1.3 million.

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  • The ESRB Just Rated Sunset Overdrive For PC

    PC gamers are likely getting an oldie-but-goodie title to play in the very near future. Thanks to a report from Gematsu, we now know that the Entertainment Software Rating Board -- ESRB for short -- has dished out a rating for a PC version of Sunset Overdrive.

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  • Fortnite Players Can Now Take Flight With Balloons

    Hot on the heels of glider re-deploy, Fortnite: Battle Royale players now have a brand new way to get around the map. Balloons have been introduced in Fortnite patch v6.21, along with several other changes Epic Games detailed in a blog post published today.

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  • The Best Parts Of Red Dead Redemption 2 You Never Knew

    With Rockstar's new megahit, quite simply, there's a lot to take in. And with so much to see and do throughout the game's massive sandbox narrative, we thought we'd point out a few of the best parts of Red Dead Redemption 2 you never knew existed.

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  • Smash Ultimate Adds 3 Fighters, More Coming Via DLC

    Nintendo streamed a hefty Nintendo Direct today that got into more details about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, including some news that should make some fans very happy. A few additional characters are joining the fight in Smash -- and more will come later via DLC.

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  • Path Of Exile For PS4 Gets Delayed

    Bad news for PlayStation 4 players who were really looking forward to the release of Path of Exile in December. According to the game's official website, developer Grinding Gear Games is delaying Path of Exile's PS4 release until early February.

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  • Nintendo Is Doing Away With Its Awful Creators Program

    YouTube producers and Twitch streamers have something to be happy about today. According to a post on Nintendo's website, the company is shutting down the Nintendo Creators Program, which gave Nintendo a slice of the revenue made by videos that featured Nintendo products.

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  • The Worst Characters In The History Of Smash Bros.

    We've rounded up this list to go over the series' most consistently underpowered characters, the most ineffectual in Smash Bros.' history. Though these characters might be fun to play as casually or linked to your favorite franchises, none of them hold up when scrutinized for real competitive play.

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  • The Untold Truth Of Smash Bros. Ultimate

    From the time Nintendo first teased the game several years ago to controversy that struck weeks before its release, the tale of Smash Ultimate is one you'll definitely one to read. Here's the untold truth of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

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  • Things Only Adults Notice In Smash Bros.

    Even with its all-ages sensibilities, Smash Bros. isn't devoid of content that might garner a double-take from old-timers. That's why we've rounded up the items on this list: to explore and expose content that Nintendo's put in its most famous fighting game franchise that kids likely won't notice.

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  • The Real Reason Nintendo Ditched Discs For The Switch

    The Nintendo Switch is a gimmick in that it can act as both a home console and a handheld. A big part of the reason the Switch pulls it off is thanks to its flash-based game cards. But still, some wonder -- why didn't Nintendo use discs for the Switch? Why the cartridges?

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