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Counter-Strike League Shuts Down After Players Organize Against Owners
Earlier this year, a new esports league, The Professional eSports Association (PEA), burst onto the scene. It was unique in that it was owned by bigtime esports teams, rather than a third party. Immediately there were worries of impropriety. Now, in the wake of a recent controversy, the PEA has suspended its …
io9's Guide to All the Movies You Give a Damn About in 2017
The movies of 2017 are a truly star-studded bunch. There’s Spider-Man, Batman, Wolverine, Thor and Wonder Woman. King Kong, the Gunslinger, Power Rangers. Luke Skywalker, Peter Quill and Jason Voorhees. The return of Rick Deckard, Jack Sparrow, and Optimus Prime. The list goes on and on—so to help you keep track of…
Injustice 2 comes out on May 16, according to creative director Ed Boon. The sequel to Netherrealm’s 2013 fighting game will feature, as you might expect, a whole bunch of superheroes beating one another up.
Today's Best Deals: Workout Equipment, PUMA, Philips Wake-Up Light, and More
All the equipment for an at-home gym, PUMA’s Semi-Annual Sale, the ever-popular Philips Wake-Up Light and more lead Friday’s best deals.
What Are You Playing This Weekend?
Readers, this weekend is my birthday! I’m making a big stink because I like birthdays a lot. I have some plans with some people, as one should on one’s birthday, and I also have to remember to call my sister because it’s her birthday too (we’re twins). But I’m also looking forward to playing some games!
Diablo's Killer Cows Are All Our Fault
Diablo III’s anniversary update delivers some good, clean old-school fun, but one of its reward pets, the Royal Calf, suggests our trip to Old Tristram may have been the reason the series’ bovines have been so damn angry for the past two decades.
Overwatch Players Are Already Salty About Roadhog's New Hook
We’re at the dawn of a new era for Overwatch’s Roadhog. No longer will his hook plunge through walls with no resistance. No longer will it magically drag enemies who are clearly in front of us back around behind us. It’s time for Hook 2.0, Overwatch principal designer Geoff Goodman announced yesterday.
Give Your Home Theater a Boost With This Discounted Vizio Sound Bar
If you’ve always wanted surround sound at home, but have been scared off by its cost and complexity, Amazon’s running the a great deal on Vizio’s turnkey 2.1 sound bar and subwoofer.
The Best Moments From A Twitch Conversation Between Two Google Robots
Two Google Homes argue with each other on Twitch, and it’s amazing. Vladimir and Estragon have been sitting next to each other having a somewhat coherent conversation since this morning. It’s riveting—here are some highlights.
Overwatch's Bastion Becomes Bouncing Death Machine
Today on Highlight Reel we have space ejects, gravity star moves, beautiful Battlefield 1 montages and much more!
A HUD Mod That Let Me Rediscover The Witcher 3
I’ve played a lot of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Like, a LOT. My Steam counter just cracked 200 hours, and that’s not counting the first time I played the game on PS4. I figured I’d seen everything there was to see, but a mod I recently installed has proved me wrong.
Grab a PS4 Slim Uncharted Bundle For Its Black Friday Price of $250
If you missed out on all of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday console discounts this year, it’s not too late to get a great deal on a PS4 Slim. Today on eBay, $250 gets you the Uncharted console bundle, plus free shipping and no tax for most places (sorry California and Georgia).
Up Close With The Nier Automata Demo’s Constantly Surprising Combat
Nier Automata put out one hell of a demo. Even though it is only around half an hour, it has better design that most full length titles from last year. The combat is a highlight and a few simple design techniques keep it fresh throughout. We take a closer look in this video.
We're Hiring--Come Work With Us
Kotaku and Deadspin are teaming up to cover esports, and we’re looking for some fresh talent to help make it happen.
The Sims 4 Celebrity House Update: Kim Kardashian Set The House On Fire
Things haven’t been going awesome for Kim Kardashian recently, what with the robbery and her husband’s psychotic break. Hey, she’s taking selfies again, at least! Kim, if you’re reading this, take solace in the fact that the version of you in my game of The Sims is having a much, much worse time.
Resident Evil 7 USB Doll Finger Looks Like A Burnt Penis
If you’re going to make a finger-shaped souvenir for a horror video game, you’ve really got to sell the body part—a well-defined nail area, proper coloration and the like. The more you obscure a fake finger prop with unnecessary details, the more it looks like a horrifying dick.
Conan’s “Clueless Gamer” Could Get Its Own TV Show
Oh, good. TBS may turn Conan O’Brien’s “Clueless Gamer” sketch into a whole TV show.
Philips' Popular Wake-Up Lights Are Back On Sale
If you still haven’t upgraded your morning routine with a life-changing wake-up light, Amazon’s discounting a couple different models today.