Cyberpunk 2077 drops new gameplay trailer, Keanu Reeves interview, and more

CD Projekt Red is out with several new Cyberpunk 2077 videos today, including a new trailer that focuses on Keanu Reeves’ character and an interview with the actor himself. The latest Night City Wire episode reveals an action-packed trailer focusing on Johnny Silverhand and the unique connection he shares with the game’s protagonist, V. They … Read more

Project 007: Makers of Hitman developing next James Bond video game

IO Interactive is developing a new James Bond video game. Its codename is Project 007. “Project 007 (working title) is a brand new James Bond video game with a wholly original story,” the company tweeted this morning. “Earn your 00 status in the very first James Bond origin story.” IO Interactive is of course the … Read more

DayZ update adds shelters, vehicles, clothing, and more

The latest DayZ update has arrived across all platforms. Update 1.10 brings “substantial” changes to the game, according to Bohemia Interactive. The update includes the return of the M3S truck. On top of that, all vehicles now offer increased engine durability during collisions with the environment. Plus, players now take damage when jumping out of … Read more

The Game Awards 2020 categories and nominees revealed

The Game Awards has revealed the 2020 categories and nominees, which is set to air next month. Six games are competing for the top award. The Game of the Year nominees are Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Doom Eternal, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Ghost of Tsushima, Hades, and The Last of Us Part II. The Game … Read more

Microsoft Store taking Xbox Series S orders, but they won’t arrive until December

Didn’t snag an Xbox Series X or S on launch day? Microsoft Store has you covered, at least for the Series S. The Microsoft Store is taking orders for Xbox Series S. This is the smaller, all-digital model of Microsoft’s next-gen console. The system is “designed to play games at 1440p at 60 frames per … Read more

Immortals Fenyx Rising post-launch DLC detailed, demo returns today

Earlier today, Ubisoft announced a pair of news items for the upcoming action-adventure game Immortals Fenyx Rising. Ubisoft says that post-launch plans include free in-game events, weekly dungeon challenges, and daily quests. There is also a paid season pass for players looking for even more content. The season pass features new environments, heroes and fresh gameplay, and a … Read more

Cyberpunk 2077 video reveals Xbox Series X gameplay

A new Cyberpunk 2077 video out today from CD Projekt Red shows off console gameplay for the first time. The 10-minute video features the game running on both Xbox One X and Xbox Series X. “The scenes shown offer yet another glimpse into the world of the dark future players will be able to dive … Read more

Adventure Time crossover teased in new Immortals Fenyx Rising trailer

If you’re a fan of the animated series Adventure Time, you’ll be happy to hear that Finn and Jake may soon be joining Immortals Fenyx Rising. Ubisoft teased a possible Adventure Time and Immortals Fenyx Rising crossover earlier today with the release of a new animated trailer. The trailer, by the way, is titled “Immortals … Read more

Bethesda games will not be exclusive on Xbox, Microsoft executive says

Microsoft recently shook the game world with its acquisition of one of the world’s biggest video game companies, Bethesda. Back in September, Microsoft announced the purchase of Bethesda along with its numerous development studios and franchises. Needless to say, the news is a big deal. Plus, the takeover raised the question of what would happen … Read more

Blood Bowl 3 closed beta coming in early 2021

Nacon and developer Cyanide have announced a closed beta for Blood Bowl 3. It is expected in early 2021. Access to the Blood Bowl 3 closed beta will be possible in several ways. Players will receive access to the Blood Bowl 3 beta if they preorder the new edition of the board game. Other ways … Read more

Please stop comparing video games to movies

Many video games catch not only great commercial attention but remarkable critical attention as well. We have seen games like Heavy Rain, The Last of Us Part II, and even entries in the Metal Gear series described as fantastic interactive experiences, even heralded in the same way as Hollywood’s greatest films. I would suggest that … Read more

Warhammer: Chaosbane out now on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S

Warhammer: Chaosbane is now available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Slayer Edition is described as “the most complete” version of the game. It includes all DLC content (12 packs in total), all additional content (including Keela and the Tower of Chaos), and a 4K 60FPS experience. It also contains a sixth character, the … Read more

Fox’s Tubi streaming app out now on Xbox Series X|S, local news coming soon

Tubi, the ad-supported streaming service from Fox, is available now on Xbox Series X and S. The company also announced new content coming soon. Earlier this month, Microsoft revealed the Xbox Series X|S streaming apps. However, Tubi was not on the initial list. The free streaming service grants access to a library of “over 26,000 … Read more

Spencer claims Xbox Series X and S had ‘biggest’ launch in Microsoft’s history

The Xbox Series X and S just launched this week. Apparently, it’s already breaking company records. “Thank you for supporting the largest launch in Xbox history. In 24 hours more new consoles sold, in more countries, than ever before. We’re working with retail to resupply as quickly as possible. You continue to show us the … Read more

Take-Two buys Codemasters for $1 billion

The company behind hit games like Red Dead Redemption 2, Grand Theft Auto V, and Borderlands 3 is purchasing Codemasters for just north of $1 billion. UPDATE: In a surprise development, Electronic Arts outbid Take-Two. EA’s offer of $1.2 billion was apparently too tempting to pass up. The New York-based Take-Two already owns publishers Rockstar … Read more

Gears 5, Forza Horizon 4 Xbox Series X enhancements highlighted in new trailers

A pair of new trailers show off Gears 5 and Forza Horizon 4 running on the just-released Xbox Series X. The two games – which are among the top games on Xbox One – both received enhancements on Microsoft’s next-gen console. For Gears 5, that means support for Quick Resume, variable refresh rates, and 120 … Read more

Fallout 76: Steel Dawn release date confirmed

Bethesda confirmed today that Steel Dawn, the next free Fallout 76 update, launches on December 1. Here are more details from the publisher: Steel Dawn is the first chapter of the Brotherhood of Steel questline and expands on the new life brought to Appalachia from April’s Wastelanders update, adding new NPC’s, new locations to visit, … Read more

Darksiders III, The Talos Principle, and more leaving Xbox Game Pass

Microsoft has announced that several games are leaving Xbox Game Pass for console and PC on November 16. Among them are Darksiders III and The Talos Principle. Here are the games that are leaving: Darksiders III (Console & PC) Munchkin (Console & PC) The Talos Principle (Console & PC) Tracks: The Train Set Game (Console & PC) If you … Read more