Fallout 76's troubled release made a lot of longtime fans lose faith in Bethesda in 2018. But things didn't go wrong overnight — the studio has a history of seedy business decisions dating all the way back to the days of the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. This is the shady side of Bethesda.
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While we still have a few more months of gigantic releases coming in 2018, gamers looking further into the future might have already realized that 2019 is poised to be another stellar year for RPG fans. We've compiled a list of the most tantalizing RPGs that will blow you away in 2019.
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Do you prefer your puzzle games in a packaged retail release? According to DualShockers, one may be on the way sooner rather than later. It appears a new ESRB listing for Lumines Remastered has just shown up for both the PS4 and Switch, indicating a physical version could be coming to stores.
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For all of the everyday things you'll see in Red Dead 2's take on the Wild West, you can also find some things that are definitely out of place. Ghosts. Vampires. Mutants. They're all here -- if you know where to look. Below, we'll tell you all about them.
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What's the difference between a casual Fortnite player, and one who plays a bit too much? There are many signs of Fortnite addiction, from knowing every dance move to swearing that you can hear chests whenever you enter a building in real life. This game has ways of seeping into your subconscious.
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What do you get when you develop and publish the world's most talked-about game? According to TechCrunch, you get a few billion dollars in profit.
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As far back as most of us can remember, the goal of video games has boiled down to one simple concept: don't die.
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Although Skyrim isn't a horror game, these terrifying enemies make brief moments of gameplay into one seriously scary experience. We'll be honest: there are some seriously ugly mugs that can surprise and terrify even the highest level of barbarian battlers.
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If you're a sucker for game sales, the one that's happening at GameFly right now is definitely worth paying attention to -- especially if you're someone who prefers physical games over digital copies.
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Ever wished those Fortnite onesies were available for purchase in the real world? Epic Games just made your dreams come true. The company launched Retail Row today, an online merch shop that features Fortnite-inspired tees, sweatshirts, and yes -- onesies.
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With the endless parade of those willing to show off their prowess in the world of the battle royale, there are some people who have failed in the most epic ways possible. From accidental suicide to instant karma, here are some of the most epic fails in Fortnite.
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Yes, Bethesda finally gave in and promised real canvas bags to those who purchased Fallout 76's Power Armor Edition. But those bags won't be coming anytime soon, according to VG247. Bethesda's replacement bags won't ship for another 4-6 months, which is an awful long wait.
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We currently live in the age of the shared universe. Sometimes, though, folks can get a little too ambitious for their own good. But at the very least, these crossovers are good for a nice hearty "What the hell were they thinking?" Let's have a look at the best of the weird in gaming crossovers.
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A new patch is coming for Destiny 2 next week -- one that will address issues with player progression, missing quest rewards, higher-than-intended weapon damage numbers, and more.
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This year, we redeemed the hopeless, broke curses, slayed dragons, stopped cataclysms, assassinated turncoats, and survived a few of the most harrowing encounters in recent history. Simply put, 2018 was a good year for boss battles. These are some of the greatest.
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If you're a fan of both the NFL and of Twitch personality Tyler "Ninja" Blevins, then today is your lucky day. A Thursday Night Football match-up between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs is set to stream on Twitch this evening, and Ninja of all people will assume commentary duties.
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We've got theories, but no conclusive answers to these unsolved mysteries of Skyrim.
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February 2019 is a pretty packed month when it comes to game releases, causing a few to shuffle their dates or leave the window entirely. Now you can add one more change to February: Metro Exodus is getting a new release date, arriving one week earlier than previously scheduled.
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There is one cosmetic type in Fortnite that doesn't seem to get as much love as the others. It's the glider, and it's a shame, because Fortnite has some really great ones. The gliders we're looking at today are now exclusive to those who unlocked them at the right time.
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Fortnite developer Epic Games has been one of the driving forces behind cross-platform play. Now the company is looking to use its expertise to help other developers, announcing tools that will help game studios add cross-plat login, friends lists, profiles, and more.
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Battlefield 5 has a lot going for it, including several important lessons for other online shooters. It is a prime example of squad-based gameplay supported by a smart development team. It's a game that other studios should pay attention to, because there's a lot to learn from here.
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Well how about that? One day after Capcom announced an expansion to Monster Hunter: World with very few details, the company is back with an exclusive interview on the official PlayStation Blog. And now we know a bit more about what we can expect in the game's Iceborne expansion coming next fall.
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Epic Games introduced Creative Mode to the game, and it changes everything. No more hiding in the remote corners of the map, hoping that your opponents won't blow your creation to smithereens. Just you, your friends, and whatever your imagination cooks up.
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These rules aren't published in any official handbook. There's no section on the Epic Games website where you'll see these rules laid out. Rather, they become ingrained over time. The more you play Fortnite, the more you'll be bothered when you see other people not following them.
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Winter is coming in Monster Hunter: World, but not until next year. The official Monster Hunter Twitter account announced a new expansion for the game today, sharing a video for Monster Hunter: World -- Iceborne, which is set to arrive in Fall 2019.
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The first-ever Gamers' Choice Awards have officially wrapped up, and thank goodness. The show had the feel of something from a bygone era, where celebrity was celebrated more than the teams behind the games. And wow, the GCAs were all over the place.
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Even some of the most iconic characters in all of video games have their roots in some real world counterparts, however unlikely that may seem. Here's our collection of some of the most interesting, funny, or downright bizarre inspirations for popular video game characters.
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It only happens once or twice a year, and today is one of those lucky days. A brand new raid has launched inside Destiny 2 called "Scourge of the Past," and right now, a whole lot of fireteams are racing to be the first to complete it.
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The 2018 Game Awards have officially wrapped up, with dozens of awards handed out to the year's best games, the talented teams behind them, and the content creators that help build communities around their favorite titles. We've got the full list of winners right here, so jump in and take a look.
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Tonight at the Game Awards, we got to learn about the latest project coming from the recently acquired Obsidian Entertainment. The studio is releasing a new sci-fi RPG called The Outer Worlds, and it's set to arrive sometime in 2019.
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There's a new Far Cry game on the horizon, and it's coming a lot sooner than you might think. Ubisoft showed off a trailer for Far Cry New Dawn this evening, and you won't have to wait until next fall or beyond for it. It's actually releasing early next year on Feb. 15, 2019.
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Here's an announcement that was unexpected, and it actually came before the Game Awards show actually started. The Stanley Parable is coming to console in 2019, adding new content in the way of paths, endings, and voice work from the dreaded Narrator.
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It would be easy to award the title of best horror game to a classic like Silent Hill. But the perfect storm of horror exists entirely outside of abandoned mental asylums, adrift space stations, and ominous mansions. The best horror game is the sugar-coated facade of Doki Doki Literature Club.
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Destiny 2 might have just gotten its latest DLC, but that doesn't mean we can't talk about the game's next seasonal event. The 2018 edition of the Dawning is scheduled to arrive on Dec. 11, and it'll bring some new limited-time activities and, of course, a bunch of new loot to acquire.
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Interested in the latest Tomb Raider game but don't want commit with your cash? Good news: Shadow of the Tomb Raider now has a free trial available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. And even better news: your progress carries over should you purchase the full game later.
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Fortnite isn't averse to taking risks, and in Season 7, the game is perhaps taking one of its biggest yet. Along with a new location, new cosmetics and a refreshed Battle Pass, Fortnite Season 7 is introducing something that players haven't ever seen before: airplanes.
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Look out, Minecraft. Epic Games is bringing a new mode to Fortnite that encourages less battle royale and more building. It's called Fortnite Creative, and it's scheduled to drop early next month.
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Destiny 2's first major content release since the Forsaken expansion dropped yesterday, and a bunch of people are already pretty angry about it.
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It was just a matter of time. After complaints from countless entertainers that Fortnite has been stealing their moves, one finally decided to take it to court. That someone is rapper 2 Milly, who has filed suit against epic over use of his dance move in the "Swipe It" emote.
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If you missed out on the phenomenal Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, there's no better time to check it out than right now. Microsoft announced today that the game is officially available in retail stores, giving whose who prefer physical games a chance to explore Ninja Theory's brutal Norse hellscape.
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Out of things to do in Destiny 2: Forsaken? You shouldn't be starting today. The game's Black Armory DLC is now live, bringing a host of new weapons, new armor pieces, new cosmetics, and most importantly, new activities.
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PlayStation VR is far from dead, as evidenced by recent hits like Astro Bot Rescue Mission and Tetris Effect. Now Sony is seemingly giving its VR headset a renewed push, announcing a bundle that includes two games VR enthusiasts are sure to find entertaining: Borderlands 2 VR and Beat Saber.
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With a public more than willing to exploit a game for fun and profit, it was inevitable that developers would take the opportunity to throw in Easter eggs, leave hidden messages, and introduce nightmares. A cheat code might take you places, they just might not be places you want to go.
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Some opening scenes so abysmal, their games have no chance of recovery. Plagued with bad acting, poor writing, and messy mechanics, they crash and burn before getting off the ground. Yet, for all their flaws, it's almost impossible to look away.
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While most players are pursuing platinum trophies in every game they own, there are a handful of achievements that you'd rather not tell your friends you obtained. In fact, there are times you may wish you could hide an achievement on your profile, just so that no one else knows what you had to do.
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Is there anything THQ Nordic won't buy? After purchasing the rights to a whole suite of games as well as two new studios, the company formerly known as Nordic Games has added yet another property to its roster: the Carmageddon franchise.
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'Tis the season for free games, apparently. We told you earlier that the Epic Games Store is giving away Super Meat Boy earlier. Now it seems GOG, another game store, is giving away the very-terrifying SOMA.
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If you're a fan of challenging platformers, you can grab one of the best games in the genre for free starting today. Super Meat Boy is the next giveaway title in the Epic Games Store, giving anyone with a PC a chance to wall jump as a chunk of red meat.
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Do you have an itch to play some of the original PlayStation's best games, but only some of them and not all of them? The PlayStation Classic is discounted pretty much anywhere you can find it, whether it be Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, or GameStop.
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Were you fortunate enough to get a Nintendo Switch over the holiday? EBay is having a pretty nice sale on factory refurbished Nintendo Switch titles.
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The Christmas holiday is now in the rear view mirror, and Sony is already back at work. The company announced its PlayStation Plus lineup for January 2019 today, giving PlayStation gamers six new titles to look forward to when the new year arrives.
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Ready to be just the tiniest bit confused? Sony is having another sale on PSN -- during the sale that's already active. This particular sale is a shorter, smaller Flash Sale, and we're here to tell you what you should be interested in while the Flash Sale is still live.
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Xbox Live subscribers aren't far from getting some brand new Games with Gold titles for January, and now we know what they are. Microsoft has announced what's coming to Games with Gold in January 2019, starting things off with a bang by offering one of 2018's best games.
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PC gamers, the time has come for you to wildly throw some money in Valve's direction. The Steam Winter Sale is now live, and believe us when we tell you -- the deals have deals.
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It wasn't long ago that Microsoft and Razer partnered up to create Xbox One mouse and keyboard combos. Now we're seeing the first fruits of that relationship in the form of the Razer Turret, which is now available for pre-order on Microsoft's website.
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The PlayStation Network's holiday sale has entered its second week, and we have some good news for you. All of the previous deals in last weeks sale still remain, and Sony has also added a bunch of brand new titles to the mix -- including some of the PlayStation 4's hottest new games.
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Are you an Xbox Game Pass subscriber? If so, you now have access to one of the top games of 2017 in Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice. The game is the latest from Ninja Theory, a studio that Microsoft acquired (along with a few others) earlier this year.
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Why not keep the free game train rolling? We already told you earlier about a way you can get Assassin's Creed: Odyssey for free. Now you can add Subnautica to your PC game collection, too. All you have to do is download the Epic Launcher.
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We've already known for a while that Assassin's Creed: Odyssey can be played for free in its entirety thanks to Google's Project Stream beta. But did you know you can get an actual PC copy of the game through it, too? You can, and thanks to Eurogamer, we know how to do it.
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If you're eagerly anticipating Kingdom Hearts 3 as much as everyone else, you might want to know about this PlayStation 4 Pro bundle, which is set to launch day and date with KH3.
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It's been a long time coming, but Below is finally available to play on Xbox One and PC. And there's even better news for those who subscribe to Xbox Game Pass. Below is available through that program, meaning those who pay for it have access to Below at no extra cost.
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In the market for some new games on PC? Game store Fanatical just kicked off an impressive winter game sale, taking big chunks off of many popular games. Even better news? Using a coupon code, you can make those already-discounted games even cheaper.
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The wait is over for Warframe players on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The game's next expansion, Fortuna, officially releases today on those two platforms, with the Nintendo Switch version coming soon. And like Warframe itself, the expansion is totally free.
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Xbox Game Pass subscribers are about to get more bang for their buck. According to the official Xbox website, nine games will come to the service this month, including a few Xbox One console exclusives.
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PlayStation Now's library just got even larger, thanks to an infusion of new games into the service. According to the Official PlayStation Blog, 50 PlayStation 4 games have been added to PS Now, bringing the grand total up to 275 PS4 games, and over 700 games in total.
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Valve's Steam store is gaining yet another competitor very soon. Epic Games, the company behind the ridiculously famous Fortnite, has plans to launch its own shop, the Epic Games Store, sometime in the near future.
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Who doesn't like video game discounts? Amazon has one right now that's definitely worth a look -- especially with both the Game Awards and the Gamer's Choice Awards coming up this week. It's Marvel's Spider-Man for the PlayStation 4, and right now, Amazon is selling it for $40.
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Microsoft has interesting plans for its Mixer livestreaming service, according to a news article posted on the company's website today. An Xbox original show called Stream Collider has apparently been in the works, and will stream live for the first time this Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. PT.
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The storytelling, the theming, the sheer scope of it, and the way it was built around the simple act of climbing, it all comes together for a staggering experience. Here's why Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is the best open-world game ever made.
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The PlayStation Classic was a disaster from the moment it launched. So what went wrong? As it turns out, there were a lot of reasons the PlayStation Classic might not have been the best direction for Sony to head in.
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