Death Stranding creator Hideo Kojima wants to turn his focus to movies
Kojima Productions founder Hideo Kojima has never been shy regarding his love of cinema, and the game designer said in a recent documentary that his studio will also produce films in the future. Its latest project is the game Death Stranding, which releases for PlayStation 4 on November 8.
BlizzCon 2019: Overwatch 2 announced with focus on story, co-op modes
Blizzard officially announced Overwatch 2 during BlizzCon 2019, and the game is taking a different approach than most sequels. Players in the original game and Overwatch 2 can enjoy competitive play together. The sequel will add a new story option that offers player-versus-environment missions.
BlizzCon 2019: Watch the opening ceremony here at 11AM Pacific
BlizzCon 2019 is quickly approaching, and the event has always been home to some of the biggest game announcements from Blizzard Entertainment. This year, we'll tell you how to watch BlizzCon 2019 and what to expect. New sequels in some of the company's biggest game franchises are predicted for the opening ceremony.
BlizzCon 2019 schedule: Opening ceremony, panels, events, and more
Blizzard Entertainment's annual convention begins with pre-show festivities on October 31. If you don't want to miss out on the opening ceremony, panels, the cosplay show, and some special community events, you can find out exactly what's happening and when with our BlizzCon 2019 schedule.
Greatness did await PS4, with second-highest sales for any home game console
Sony's PlayStation 4 continues to impress this console generation, passing the total sales of the original PlayStation and even Nintendo Wii. Only the PS2 has more home console sales than PS4, though the original DS and Game Boy have also sold more total units when including handheld systems.
Death Stranding no longer a PS4 exclusive, will get a PC release in summer 2020
Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding will not remain a PlayStation 4 exclusive for long, as the game is set to make the jump to PC next summer via publisher 505 Games. The PS4 version will still be published by Sony, and will launch on November 8. It's Kojima's first project since leaving Konami.
You can join a Twitch Plays livesteam of The Outer Worlds ahead of its release
Obsidian Entertainment is hosting the first pre-release Twitch Plays event for The Outer Worlds, letting viewers control what happens in its upcoming science-fiction role-playing game. The game was co-directed by Fallout creator Tim Cain, and bears some resemblance to Fallout: New Vegas.
Ghost Recon Breakpoint review: A breaking point
Ghost Recon Breakpoint is a more varied game than its predecessor Ghost Recon Wildlands, but it remains too unpolished for a major AAA release from such an acclaimed shooter franchise. Microtransactions available for several different types of items don't help to smooth out the rough edges.
It’s gonna be May 29: The Last of Us: Part 2 gets new release date
Naughty Dog and Sony have opted to delay The Last of Us: Part 2 until May 29, 2020. Director Neil Druckmann cited quality and polishing concerns with the game, which was supposed to launch in February. The original release date was announced just one month ago, alongside a new cinematic trailer.
The Last of Us: Part 2 reportedly delayed weeks after release date announcement
Sony and Naughty Dog have reportedly already delayed The Last of Us: Part 2 past its originally scheduled February 2020 release date. The game's release date was only announced one month ago, and it's due to be one of the very last exclusive titles released on PS4 before the jump to PS5.
Conan O’Brien ascends from Clueless Gamer to cameo in Death Stranding video game
Comedian and talk show host Conan O'Brien visited Kojima Productions to view Death Stranding for his TBS show, and during the trip he was turned into a character in the video game. He is joined by other celebrities in the game like Guillermo del Toro and Norman Reedus. It's due to release on November 8.
Google Stadia pre-orders don’t guarantee you’ll get to play on release day
Google Stadia early adopters who pre-ordered the game's Founder's Edition or Premiere Edition could be waiting up to two extra weeks beyond the November 19 launch date before they can play. The Founder's Edition also includes a Buddy Pass for a friend to play, and is completely sold out already.
Amazon has great deal on new-and-improved Nintendo Switch ahead of the holidays
Amazon is currently offering the new Nintendo Switch model with a better battery life for about $24 off its standard price. The sale comes just before the release of Luigi's Mansion 3. Pokémon Sword and Shield are due to release the following month, and are sure to be among the system's biggest hits.
Tips to reach the top of the scoreboard in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare multiplayer beta is here, and you can start getting destroyed in the game starting on September 19. If you want to succeed, make use of our Call of Duty: Modern Warfare tips and tricks so you can hit the top of the scoreboard and win games for your team.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare hands-on
After playing the beta, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare's core mechanics feel as good as ever. The discovery of potentially predatory microtransactions, however, could undermine the experience. With microtransactions sullying the gameplay of Black Ops 4, we can only hope player criticism has been heard.
Fortnite might be getting a new map and a Chapter 2 if latest leak proves true
Epic Games is reportedly planning to give Fortnite a slightly different name as major changes come to the battle royale shooter. It is scheduled to end its Season 10 content this weekend. The title Chapter 2 may suggest that Season 11 is being replaced by a large overhaul to the free-to-play mode.
Sony announces PS5 name, release, and haptic feedback features
Sony has officially confirmed the PlayStation 5, revealing that it will launch late next year and will feature a controller with haptic feedback in place of traditional rumble motors. The system will also support ray tracing at the GPU level, and will allow players to install individual segments of games.
Why Blizzard suspending a Hearthstone player over Hong Kong support is bad
Blizzard has suspended a competitive Hearthstone player from esports competition and voided his winnings because of a statement he made supporting Hong Kong protestors. Here is why that matters, and the precedent it could set for Blizzard and other companies to appease foreign governments in the future.
These leaked PlayStation 5 designs are close to the real thing
A series of leaked PlayStation 5 images released in late August showed a bizarre design for the console's development kit. Those photos were confirmed to closely resemble the real thing. The PS5's name and release window were also confirmed, with the console scheduled to launch in holiday 2020.
Hilarious Destiny 2 usernames are getting some attention on Twitter
A Twitter account has become cataloging the funniest player names in Destiny 2: Shadowkeep, and there are plenty of winners. Some players even make use of the game's UI to write their names, and the pun game that players have is even better than their skills with a hand cannon or auto rifle.
Ghost Recon Breakpoint tips and tricks for surviving the Wolves of Auroa
Our Ghost Recon Breakpoint tips and tricks will help you through one of the most difficult tactical shooters Ubisoft has developed in quite some time. With a large, diverse locale called Auroa and a new enemy called the Wolves, it can be difficult to know what you need to focus on to succeed.
Master snark like Stark when Iron Man VR arrives in February
Sony has revealed that the upcoming PlayStation VR exclusive Iron Man VR will release on February 28, 2020, giving Marvel fans a chance to step into his iconic suit and save the world. The first-person action game will feature a story that focuses on Tony Stark as a human being, as well.
Red Dead Redemption 2 gets PC release in November with several improvements
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Red Dead Redemption 2 will be coming to PC on November 5. The game originally launched last year for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 and won our Game of the Year award. The PC version will be available on several stores, including Rockstar's own launcher, and will also launch for Stadia.
Cloud gaming vs. console gaming: The pros and cons of each
The increasing power of the cloud has led to cloud gaming services, which don't require a traditional console. But when it comes to cloud gaming vs. console gaming, which should you choose? We've listed the pros and cons of both to help you decide how to enjoy your favorite video games.
Apple Arcade vs. Google Play Pass: Which subscription is superior?
Apple Arcade is available now, but Google has announced its own service called Google Play Pass, which also offers access to games. These are the differences you need to know between the two, including the variety of video games you can and can't play on Apple Arcade versus Google Play Pass.