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Crown Resorts to keep Melbourne licence despite 'disgraceful' conduct

Commissioner Ray Finkelstein has recommended special manager be appointed for two years to run Crown as part of a major reform process. ...

Victorian government appoints special manager to oversee Crown casino

Victorian Gaming Minister Melissa Horne says Crown will be placed under the oversight of IBAC's first commissioner, QC Stephen O'Bryan, in the most stringent conditions in Australia's corporate history. ...

GameStop PS5 restock in-store event on Friday – all 225 stores and times listed

TechRadar | 2021-10-26, 00:43

There's another GameStop PS5 restock in-store event in the US, and the official date is Friday, October 29. This is your chance to buy the Sony PlayStation 5 console, if you live in one of the six cities where the in-store restock is taking place. Where?

10 Infuriating Levels That Almost Derailed Great Video Games

What Culture | 2021-10-26, 00:29

There’s no formula for making great games. Especially if it’s a brand new IP or a first in the series, developers are essentially just experimenting with any old idea that

Furnace Board Game Review

IGN Insider | 2021-10-25, 22:49

In the late ’90s, a certain kind of title came to dominate board gaming. Typified by classics like Catan and Carcassonne they were easy to learn and offered with a great balance of strategy, randomness, and player interaction. As time went on, the former came

Twitch streamer teams up with viewers to surprise pizza delivery driver with cash

NME | 2021-10-25, 22:10

Before ordering a pizza, Twitch streamer Sweatcicle told viewers that they had two minutes to contribute to the delivery driver’s tip, causing fans to pitch in and give the driver some extra cash. READ MORE: Brony bangers and fanatic fandoms, meet The

Linux users provide more detailed bug reports according to one indie dev

NME | 2021-10-25, 22:09

An indie developer has found that Linux users provide more valuable and numerous bug reports, despite Linux users only accounting for only 5.8 per cent of sales. READ MORE: ‘Moonglow Bay’ review: full of heart, but a little lost at sea Reddit user koderski,

FaZe Clan Going Public At An Estimated $1 Billion

IGN Insider | 2021-10-25, 21:55

Esports and gaming organization FaZe Clan has announced its plans to go public through a merger that will value the company as a whole at around $1 billion. The merger is with a blank check company called B. Riley

The Best Wireless Gaming Headsets for Every Kind of Player

Wired | 2021-10-25, 21:31

These battery-powered headsets will serve you well whether you're chatting with teammates in Fortnite, friends in Discord, or coworkers in Zoom. ...

Resident Evil 4 VR analysis: Use Sidequest to access what Facebook denies you

Ars Technica | 2021-10-25, 21:20

/ This faked perspective of Resident Evil 4's monsters coming at you implies that playing the new VR version will make your VR lenses crack. Ars Technica can verify that this is not actually the case—and even better, after applying some manual, "developer

‘Mario Party Superstars’ adds health warning to notorious N64 minigame

NME | 2021-10-25, 20:58

Mario Party Superstars has updated the N64-era Tug o’ War minigame with a warning advising against using your palm to rotate the control stick. READ MORE: ‘Mechajammer’ is a grimy cyberpunk CRPG that’s more than the sum of its inspirations Ahead of Mario

‘Destiny 2’ orb of power bug abusers hit with “escalating restrictions”

NME | 2021-10-25, 20:58

Bungie has cracked down on a bug that let Destiny 2 players create a game-breaking number of orbs of power. READ MORE: ‘Age Of Empires 4’ review: an outstanding masterclass on waging costly warfare The min/max bug allows players to create a massive number of

Gaming brand FaZe Clan to go public via SPAC merger with $1 billion valuation

Gaming brand FaZe Clan to go public via SPAC merger with $1 billion valuation ...

Apple TV+ releases trailer for South Korean sci-fi thriller Dr. Brain

Ars Technica | 2021-10-25, 20:26

Parasite star Lee Sun-kyun plays a brilliant brain surgeon who tries to sync his brain with the dead in Dr. Brain. Fans of the Oscar-winning film Parasite will recognize the star of Dr. Brain, a new sci-fi thriller from Apple TV+. Lee Sun-kyun, who played Park

The best Kirby games, ranked from best to worst

Digital Trends | 2021-10-25, 20:05

Is it possible for anyone to not love Kirby? This little ball of joy has been with us since the NES, charming us with his cute design, lighthearted stories, and stress-free gameplay. Over the years Kirby has become one of Nintendo’s most beloved

‘Phasmophobia’ update 0.4 adds a spooky new map and more ghosts

NME | 2021-10-25, 20:05

Update 0.4.0. for Phasmophobia – also called the Nightmare update – has added several new ghosts, as well as a spooky campsite that needs investigating. READ MORE: The scariest moments in video games Ahead of Halloween, Kinetic Games has revealed

‘Apex Legends’ trailer introduces new map Storm Point

NME | 2021-10-25, 20:05

Respawn has released a new gameplay trailer showing the next map coming to Apex Legends: a tropical island called Storm Point. READ MORE: Gaming Matters 2021 shone a light on why Singapore is so important to the games industry The latest Apex Legends trailer

‘Halo Infinite’ includes ‘Far Cry’ style outposts and upgrade trees

NME | 2021-10-25, 19:09

343 Industries has given fans a proper look at the open-world campaign for Halo Infinite, which looks set to take the series in a new direction. READ MORE: Brony bangers and fanatic fandoms, meet The Living Tombstone – the internet’s biggest gaming band The

‘Total War: Warhammer 3’ shares Khorne’s gory campaign mechanics

NME | 2021-10-25, 19:09

In a blog posted earlier today (October 25), Creative Assembly has detailed the violent set of campaign mechanics that Khorne factions will have access to in Total War: Warhammer 3. READ MORE: ‘Total War: Warhammer 2’ at four: from humble beginnings to one of

Far Cry 6 Amigos companions guide: How to unlock, perks, abilities, and more

Digital Trends | 2021-10-25, 18:33

The more recent Far Cry titles have all straddled a line between mostly serious and dark main stories with wild and over-the-top gameplay. Far Cry 6 places you in the role of a freedom fighter trying to overthrow an oppressive government run by a corrupt

8 Early Video Game Bosses That Kicked Your Ass

What Culture | 2021-10-25, 18:30

In video games, the concept of an end of area or level boss is something of a common trope (I mean look at the number of videos we alone have done on the concept), and as such, I think we're all starting to understand what a "boss" is no matter how it's

Gaming board OKs Louisiana horse racing track, casino sale

Quad-City Times | 2021-10-25, 18:13

BOSSIER CITY, La. (AP) — The state Gaming Control Board has approved the $22 million sale of a northwest Louisiana horse racing track and casino. ...

343 shows first Halo Infinite campaign footage in over a year

Ars Technica | 2021-10-25, 17:43

The first and last time we saw footage of Halo Infinite's campaign mode way back in July of 2020, we were a bit underwhelmed by what we saw. Now, with the game's delayed launch just a few weeks away, Microsoft and 343

Review: Locke and Key comes back better than ever with action-packed S2

Ars Technica | 2021-10-25, 17:43

/ The present generation of Locke descendants—Tyler (Connor Jessup), Bode (Jackson Robert Scott), and Kinsey (Emilia Jones)—still have a lot to learn about the magical keys that are their birthright. The Locke siblings face a demonic dynamic duo intent on

MY.GAMES hires Activision Blizzard’s Philippe Sauze

TechRadar | 2021-10-25, 17:30

You may not have heard of MY.GAMES until recently, but there’s a good chance you’ve played one of their titles. And with industry veteran Philippe Sauze taking the helm of MY.GAMES’ European Operations after more than 20 years of combined experience working

How to earn supply points in Back 4 Blood

Digital Trends | 2021-10-25, 17:04

While the game itself is fun enough, Back 4 Blood takes your zombie shooting adventures to a new level beyond just teaming up and running through missions. Unlike the Left 4 Dead games, to which this is an obvious spiritual successor, there now exists a form

Horizon Forbidden West features grappling hooks and wall jumps

Digital Trends | 2021-10-25, 17:04

Players will have a wealth of new options when it comes to fighting and traversal in Horizon Forbidden West. A PlayStation Blog post detailing new features coming to the game showed off some of protagonist Aloy’s choice new abilities, including the

Online services for Xbox 360 ‘Halo’ games ending in 2022

NME | 2021-10-25, 17:03

343 Industries has confirmed that the online services for the Xbox 360 Halo games; Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST, Halo 4, Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Spartan Assault and Halo Wars, will lose their online functionality in January 2022. READ MORE: ‘Marvel’s

EA Sports and Sheffield FC are asking ‘FIFA 22’ players to stop rage quitting

NME | 2021-10-25, 17:03

To celebrate the founding of the world’s oldest football club, Sheffield FC, EA Sports are encouraging players to stop rage quitting games of FIFA 22. READ MORE: ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy’ review: It could have been so easy for Marvel’s low-hanging

‘RimWorld’ latest update improves caravans and archonexus

NME | 2021-10-25, 17:03

The latest RimWorld update is here and introduces big changes to the game’s caravans, biosculpters, archonexus, and more. READ MORE: Armature Studio on bringing ‘Resident Evil 4’ to VR Ludeon Studios has released a brand new patch for its popular

‘Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy’ system requirements have been revealed

NME | 2021-10-25, 17:03

The system requirements for Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Editon has been revealed by Rockstar Games. READ MORE: ‘The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes’ review: a dark descent to the series’ peak On the Rockstar Games store, both

FaZe Clan to Merge With SPAC and Go Public at $1 Billion Valuation

The Wrap | 2021-10-25, 16:23

FaZe Clan, a youth-centric online platform, is going to merge with special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. The combined company plans to go public with a $1 billion valuation, according to The Wall Street Journal. As part

Rumored Warner Bros Smash Ultimate clone is a terrible idea that we can't wait to play

TechRadar | 2021-10-25, 16:18

There have been many terrible ideas in gaming’s history, but it looks like Warner Brothers is going for gold. According to recent rumors, it's developing its own Smash Bros-style fighting game starring Gandalf, Fred Flinstone, Batman, and Ultra-Instinct

Halo Infinite’s campaign looks like it recaptures the very essence of the series

TechRadar | 2021-10-25, 16:18

We’ve finally been given another glimpse of Halo Infinite’s campaign mode for the first time since August 11, 2020, and it looks like it’s shaping up nicely. According to the game’s latest trailer, which lasts around seven minutes in total, this is “the

Philips reveals more affordable ‘Designed for Xbox’ 4K monitors – but will PC gamers be tempted?

TechRadar | 2021-10-25, 16:18

Philips has revealed a pair of new ‘Designed for Xbox’ 4K monitors, which are smaller – and (relatively) more affordable – models that will join the existing 55-inch offering, namely the Philips Momentum 559M1RYV. These will be the Philips Momentum 27-inch

If you’re quick, you can change your embarrassing Battle.net username for free

TechRadar | 2021-10-25, 16:18

Activision Blizzard is allowing you to change your Battle.net username for free up until November 5, 2021. Blizzard’s announcement comes after changing the name of its fan-favorite Overwatch character ‘Logan McCree’ to ‘Cole Cassidy’ recently, which was

Metroid Dread: 10 Best Secrets You Must Find

What Culture | 2021-10-25, 16:18

While Metroid fans were waiting to hear more tantalising details about Prime 4 this year, Nintendo dropped a bombshell in June by revealing a trailer for Metroid Dread - a game believed cancelled over a decade ago. Not only did this announcement come out of

10 Heartbreaking Video Game Deaths You Were Powerless To Stop

What Culture | 2021-10-25, 16:18

Over the past 20 years video games have begun to become much more cinematic in their approach to storytelling, with characters and plot becoming just as important as actual gameplay. This has lead to some fantastic stories being told through the medium, with

‘Horizon Forbidden West’ dev explains new traversal mechanics

NME | 2021-10-25, 16:09

Guerrilla Games has revealed new details about the upcoming Horizon Forbidden West, ahead of its February release date. READ MORE: The scariest moments in video games In a new PlayStation Blog post, Bo de Vries, the Community Lead at Guerrilla, revealed more

Halo Infinite’s campaign will include RPG mechanics

Digital Trends | 2021-10-25, 15:51

Halo Infinite developer 343 Industries has shown off the game’s campaign once again, although this time with a fresh coat of paint. The game’s campaign, which was originally revealed during E3 2020 and received negative feedback for its graphics,

‘New World’ players are literally catching bots

NME | 2021-10-25, 15:14

New World players are literally catching bots in traps due to the game’s ongoing bot farming problem. READ MORE: ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy’ review: It could have been so easy for Marvel’s low-hanging Groot As spotted by Dexerto, a group of New

Warner Bros ‘Super Smash Bros.’ style fighter is seemingly in development

NME | 2021-10-25, 15:14

A Super Smash Bros. style fighting game starring characters such as Shaggy, Batman and other Warner Bros. properties has been rumoured. READ MORE: ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy’ review: It could have been so

The Connecticut Lottery Corporation and Rush Street Interactive Launch The PlaySugarHouse Retail Sportsbook

Business Wire | 2021-10-25, 14:33

ROCKY HILL, Conn. & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Connecticut Lottery

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy review: Mass Effect meets Spaceballs

Digital Trends | 2021-10-25, 14:21

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy MSRP $60.00 Score Details DT Recommended Product “Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy has some rough edges, but its solo team play mechanics are a perfect match for the dysfunctional superhero family.” Pros

Video games still can’t quite nail Lovecraftian horror

Digital Trends | 2021-10-25, 14:21

Horror comes in all different shades. Whether it is spooky ghosts and zombies or the more mundane fear of opening your mailbox. Like all other forms of mediums, video games have tried to capture the many flavors of horror to varying success. Lovecraftian

Nintendo rejected “sexual” and “sensual” Samus voice for ‘Metroid Prime’

NME | 2021-10-25, 14:21

Nintendo reportedly rejected Samus’ voice in Metroid Prime for being too “sexual” and “sensual” sounding. READ MORE: ‘The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes’ review: a dark descent to the series’ peak In a new Kiwi Talkz

‘Transformers’ VR game announced for PSVR, SteamVR

NME | 2021-10-25, 14:21

Transformers Beyond Reality, a new VR game based on the robots in disguise, is coming to PSVR and SteamVR this winter. READ MORE: The scariest moments in video games The game, which was announced as Hasbro Pulse Con, a virtual press conference where brands

The best Nintendo Switch Black Friday deal is already available to buy

TechRadar | 2021-10-25, 13:18

Black Friday is usually a chaotic time of year to try and find a cheap Nintendo Switch but you can save the stress and pick up the console today for its lowest price yet. Right now at Amazon, the Nintendo Switch (Grey) is just £249.99. That's £10 off the

Sir. Trevor McDonald has been confirmed as the new ‘GamesMaster’

NME | 2021-10-25, 13:09

Taking over from Sir. Patrick Moore, who held the title of Games Master from 1992-1998, Sir. Trevor McDonald will now be giving out gaming advice in the reboot of the first ever television programme dedicated to video games. READ MORE: Gaming Matters 2021

‘God of War’ PC port development has been outsourced by Sony

NME | 2021-10-25, 13:09

Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed that Canadian studio, Jetpack Interactive, is working on the PC port of God of War. READ MORE: Why ‘Deathloop’ is wrong: meaning and morality within a time loop In a statement provided to Arstechnica, Sony explained

Happy birthday Lara Croft: Tomb Raider video game turns 25

Gulf News | 2021-10-25, 12:45

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10 Most Ludicrous Video Game Urban Myths You Actually Believed

What Culture | 2021-10-25, 12:22

If you, like me, are a huge scaredy cat with a love of creepy video game theories, you may have also spent dozens of hours reading up on urban legends only to stay up all night because you scared yourself. Not all the urban legends on this list that

‘Fatal Frame: Maiden of the Black Water’ remake to include all content from the original

NME | 2021-10-25, 12:15

Makoto Shibata, director of the original and remake of Fatal Frame: Maiden of the Black Water, has confirmed that the new release will include all original costumes and content, following concerns that the age rating has been downgraded in some regions. READ

GeForce Now support comes to Xbox’s Edge browser

NME | 2021-10-25, 12:15

A new update to Nvidia‘s GeForce Now service means that it will soon be playable on Xbox consoles. READ MORE: The scariest moments in video games The latest GeForce Now client rolled out on October 21 and offers beta support for the Microsoft Edge

How to watch the Halo Infinite campaign overview

TechRadar | 2021-10-25, 12:05

Microsoft has announced that a Halo Infinite campaign overview will take place today, October 25, at 6 AM PT / 2 PM BST / 3 PM CEST / 9 AM ET, and you won’t want to miss it. Halo Infinite’s campaign mode hasn’t been shown since August 11, 2020, where it

‘The Dark Pictures: The Devil In Me’ is more ‘Saw’ than spooky

NME | 2021-10-25, 11:20

The Dark Pictures: House of Ashes players have begun sharing their first peek at the next chapter of the horror game – The Devil In Me – and it looks distinctly less supernatural than earlier instalments. READ MORE: ‘The Dark Pictures Anthology:

New ‘Splinter Cell’ may take inspiration from ‘Hitman’ franchise

NME | 2021-10-25, 11:20

Ubisoft may be taking inspiration from the Hitman franchise for its next Splinter Cell game, according to recent reports. READ MORE: Gaming Matters 2021 shone a light on why Singapore is so important to the games industry According to reports including VGC,

Sega to engage in ‘Remaster-Remake-Reboot’ plan to bring life to old IPs

NME | 2021-10-25, 11:20

Sega has revealed its three-point plan to extend the life of its old IPs in an annual financial report by . READ MORE: ‘Age Of Empires 4’ review: an outstanding masterclass on waging costly warfare The report highlights that sales of its five biggest IPs:

How to watch the ‘Halo Infinite’ campaign gameplay

NME | 2021-10-25, 10:26

Halo Infinite will be showing off new campaign gameplay footage today (October 25) according to its Twitter account. READ MORE: The scariest moments in video games The tweet from the official Halo account posted earlier today, has

‘Overwatch’ players can change their Battletag name for free right now

NME | 2021-10-25, 10:26

Activision Blizzard has announced that Overwatch players can change their Battletag name for free. READ MORE: California sues Activision Blizzard over sexual harassment. The offer is only available until November 5 but should prove useful for

10 Painfully Slow Openings That Nearly Ruined Great Video Games

What Culture | 2021-10-25, 08:19

A slow opening is not necessarily a bad thing. In the right hands, taking a slower approach to the beginning of a video game gives the player a chance to find their feet at a steadier pace. Having taken the time to master the basics of the game, a slow opening

10 Famous Video Game Rivalries With A Clear Winner

What Culture | 2021-10-25, 00:24

As gamers, we love rivalries. If any two games have noticeable similarities, it’s natural that they get compared in some way or another. Whether because they’re in the same franchise, have similar gameplay, or just because we want to see how they stack up, if

How to remove attachments in Back 4 Blood

Digital Trends | 2021-10-24, 20:00

Zombie games have been experimenting with all the different guns, weapons, and improvised methods of destruction developers can think of to spice up the act of popping undead heads. Back 4 Blood is among the more tame examples, sticking with tried and true

The best FPS games for Xbox Series X

Digital Trends | 2021-10-24, 18:29

Looking for your next first-person shooter title that’s ready for the Series X? This fast-paced genre sees some of the most benefits from frame-rate improvements and smoother, faster loading times, so Series X optimization is one of the best features to look

How to get more copper in Back 4 Blood

Digital Trends | 2021-10-24, 17:17

If you’ve been making Back 4 Blood excursions with your teammates, you’re used to doing whatever it takes to survive. A core part of that strategy is finding the game’s signature currency, copper. You can use copper to purchase a variety of vital upgrades at

How to earn new cards in Back 4 Blood

Digital Trends | 2021-10-24, 17:17

In all the important ways, Back 4 Blood is the co-op zombie shooter that fans have been waiting for since Left 4 Dead 2. It has a few minor tweaks to the gameplay here and there, many improvements to gameplay and progression, and the obvious technical and

Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack is a bad deal, no matter how you slice it

TechRadar | 2021-10-24, 16:15

I think it’s fair to say that Nintendo Switch Online has been, at best, a mixed bag. Its relatively poor online infrastructure is a far cry from the quality we get from PS Plus and Xbox Live, with semi-frequent disconnects and lag spikes occurring in even the

Xbox may be working on a Wu-Tang Clan themed RPG called ‘Shaolin’

NME | 2021-10-24, 15:02

Xbox is allegedly working with Brass Lion Entertainment to create a Wu-Tang Clan themed game, currently called Shaolin. READ MORE: Brony bangers and fanatic fandoms, meet The Living Tombstone – the internet’s biggest gaming band According to Windows Central

‘Phasmophobia’ teases a Halloween event starting tomorrow

NME | 2021-10-24, 15:02

Kinetic Games has released a tweet teasing an upcoming limited-time event that will take place in Phasmophobia. READ MORE: ‘Tandem: A Tale Of Shadows’ review: pleasing puzzles but short on character Kinetic’s tweet showed a night sky with an isolated tent. The

How Super Smash Bros.’ Sora actually compares to other anime sword fighters

Digital Trends | 2021-10-24, 14:16

Kingdom Hearts fans rejoiced when Sora finally joined Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as its final DLC character. He didn’t even seem like one of the realistic choices for the final fighter, but he made the cut. One more anime sword fighter to close out the roster.

The Duke Of Edinburgh’s Award adds esports as part of skills section

NME | 2021-10-24, 14:07

The traditionally outdoor-focused Duke Of Edinburgh’s Award has added esports as a Skills activity that young people can complete. READ MORE: ‘The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes’ review: a dark descent to the series’ peak The Duke Of

‘Fortnite’ adds ‘Resident Evil’ characters Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine

NME | 2021-10-24, 14:07

Fortnite has added two iconic Resident Evil charactersChris Redfield and Jill Valentine – to the battle royale for Halloween. READ MORE: ‘Tandem: A Tale Of Shadows’ review: pleasing puzzles but short on character In a blog posted earlier today

Why the GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition matters, even if the games are old as hell

TechRadar | 2021-10-24, 13:14

No offense to the remaining games on 2021's release calendar, but the thing I'm most excited about playing on Christmas Day this year is Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. Rockstar Games' Definitive Edition will offer quality-of-life improvements to

State Of Play may provide updates on ‘Final Fantasy 16’, ‘Gotham Knights’, and more

NME | 2021-10-24, 12:19

PlayStation’s State Of Play is coming next week. No games have been announced, but several website updates suggest some likely appearances. READ MORE: Brony bangers and fanatic fandoms, meet The Living Tombstone – the internet’s biggest gaming band The

‘Payday 3’ is set in New York and brings back the original gang

NME | 2021-10-24, 12:19

Starbreeze has given fans a small tease of upcoming heist-shooter Payday 3 during a livestream. The game is set to release in 2023. READ MORE: Gaming Matters 2021 shone a light on why Singapore is so important to the games industry New details have emerged

This ‘Fallout 4’ mod lets players visit ‘Fallout: New Vegas’ in stunning detail

NME | 2021-10-24, 12:19

Project Mojave lets Fallout 4 players visit the iconic Mojave Desert from Fallout: New Vegas, including a gorgeously recreated New Vegas Strip. READ MORE: Gaming Matters 2021 shone a light on why Singapore is so important to the games industry Uploaded

Latest ‘Saints Row’ video reveals the return of Insurance Fraud missions

NME | 2021-10-24, 12:19

The next Saints Row will include Insurance Fraud missions, allowing players to dive in front of fast-moving cars for cash. READ MORE: ‘The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes’ review: a dark descent to the series’ peak In a video showcasing the

10 Reasons You Should Revisit Skyrim Before The ‘Anniversary Edition’

What Culture | 2021-10-24, 10:26

It’s been nearly a decade since we first woke up on a prison cart (thanks Todd Howard!) and to celebrate, Bethesda are bringing out yet

10 Video Game Movie Scenes That Actually NAILED IT

What Culture | 2021-10-24, 10:26

For the better part of 20 years, the so-called "video game curse" was difficult to argue with - Hollywood keenly attempted to cash in on the brand identity of hit video games but without showing them the due respect they deserved. As a result, classic video

UNAG taps into growth of gaming trend

TimesDaily | 2021-10-24, 06:54

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EDward Gaming advances to semifinals at Worlds

Beijing News | 2021-10-24, 01:40

The 2021 League of Legends World Championship Quarterfinals saw a clash of titans from the LPL as EDward Gaming and Royal Never Give Up squared off on Saturday. The competition was fierce but, in the end, EDward Gaming made franchise history by becoming the

Woman hits $834K jackpot at Paris Las Vegas

Las Vegas Review-Journal | 2021-10-23, 22:58

The winning Mississippi Stud hand. (Paris Las Vegas) One lucky winner hit an $834,091 jackpot at Paris Las

Southwest vaccination issue could take city on uncomfortable ride

Las Vegas Review-Journal | 2021-10-23, 18:45

(AP Photo/Matt Hartman, File) Southwest Airlines has plenty of fans among its passengers. Many love its low fares, friendly demeanor and policies such as free baggage checks and no flight cancellation fees. But the Dallas-based airline is treading in uncharted

Far Cry 6: 10 Reasons The Haters Are Wrong

What Culture | 2021-10-23, 18:29

It is fair to say that most games released by Ubisoft are, welldivisive. They catch a lot of heat for pumping out game after game that follow a formula, sometimes re-using assets, and for trying to be "edgy" with their storylines through reflecting real-world

10 Gaming Boss Fight Tropes That Need To Die

What Culture | 2021-10-23, 16:23

The humble Boss Fight is as intrinsic to gaming as the 'jump' button (and blowing on cartridges). From the early, formative years of Atari and Intellivision, through to the heyday of Nintendo, Sega and beyond, gamers have always tested their skills and claimed

How a new Dune video game could succeed where others have failed

TechRadar | 2021-10-23, 14:59

It’s been a long time coming but Warner Bros. and Legendary’s gigantic Dune adaptation finally hit cinemas and HBO Max this week, sparking a revival of interest in Frank Herbert’s beloved sci-fi franchise. To mark the release of the latest adaptation of this

All of Jackbox Party Pack 8’s new games, ranked by fun factor

Digital Trends | 2021-10-23, 14:16

October 14 saw the release of The Jackbox Party Pack 8, the latest in the long-running party game franchise. Jackbox is best described as a more adult Mario Party. The compilations contain trivia and word-based games that are designed for several players who

Brony bangers and fanatic fandoms, meet The Living Tombstone – the internet’s biggest gaming band

NME | 2021-10-23, 14:08

When someone mentions ‘passionate’ online communities in 2021, you may find yourself recoiling in horror. Yet, as the calming smiles of Yoav Landau and Sam Haft populate my Zoom window, I’m reminded of the early 2000s – and friendlier fandoms. Listening to the

The Molasses Flood are working on a ‘The Witcher’ or ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ game

NME | 2021-10-23, 14:08

A brand-new Cyberpunk 2077 or Witcher game could be on its way after CD Projekt Red acquired roguelike developer, The Molasses Flood. READ MORE: 7 big reasons to play ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy’ CD Projekt Red has announced that The Molasses Flood will

CD Projekt Red’s new studio is working on an ‘ambitious project’

TechRadar | 2021-10-23, 13:27

CD Projekt Red has announced its acquisition of The Molasses Flood, a US studio best known for its survival titles such as The Flame in the Flood. As part of the CD Projekt group, The Molasses Flood will work on an “ambitious project” that’s “based on one of

Netflix is not rushing to acquire more game studios

NME | 2021-10-23, 13:17

After acquiring its first game studio, Netflix has assured investors that it won’t be rushing to purchase more – but won’t turn down a good opportunity. READ MORE: 7 big reasons to play ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy’ During an earnings call earlier this

‘Candy Crush Saga’ developer King to close its online portal

NME | 2021-10-23, 13:17

Candy Crush Saga developer King will be closing its online web portal RoyalGames.com in December, after 18 years online. READ MORE: 7 big reasons to play ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the GalaxyOriginally King.com, the gaming website was the original home of Candy

‘Overwatch’ hero McCree gets a new name next week

NME | 2021-10-23, 13:17

Activision Blizzard has finally renamed Overwatch hero Jesse McCree, who will be known as Cole Cassidy from now on. READ MORE: 7 big reasons to play ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the GalaxyBlizzard committed to changing McCree’s name following the high-profile

10 Most Frustrating Video Game Moments Of All Time

What Culture | 2021-10-23, 12:27

Video games offer beautiful, brilliant moments of escapism, giving players a power fantasy where they can be towering space marines kicking ass and taking names, or adventurers uncovering uncharted lands

The gaming phone for everyone: OnePlus 9R

Indian Express | 2021-10-23, 08:27

After revolutionising our smartphone specs and price equations, redefining smartphone photography, pumping Warp speed in our chargers, the Never Settling brand OnePlus recently touched another part of smartphone experience to take it a step above the usual:

PUBG New State to release on iOS, Android on THIS date - Here's all you ...

DNA India | 2021-10-23, 07:23

PUBG New State Latest Update: South Korean game developer Krafton announced on Friday that they will be officially launching 'PUBG: New State' on iOS and Android on November 11 in more than 200 countries. 'PUBG: New State' will

Dell is practically giving away this gaming laptop today — SAVE $285

Digital Trends | 2021-10-22, 22:56

The best Black Friday deals give gamers the chance to invest in new machines and to upgrade their old ones. You shouldn’t settle for Black Friday laptop deals, though — you’ll need to target Black Friday gaming laptop deals to purchase a

Fortnite season 8, week 6 challenge guide: Dark Jonesy

Digital Trends | 2021-10-22, 22:56

As part of the Fortnitemares event, which celebrates Halloween in Fortnite, you’ll have access to a new set of spooky quests. For season 8, week 6, you’ll get a new batch of quests from Dark Jonesy. This is the first time this season that a

10 Hardest Video Game Challenges (That Aren't Worth The Effort)

What Culture | 2021-10-22, 22:19

Some people play video games to relax, while others do it for the thrill of a good challenge, to test their gaming mettle against seemingly Sisyphean tasks that might get thrown their way. But even the hardiest, most competitive players among us have their

‘Escape From Tarkov’ adds daily operational tasks for players to complete

NME | 2021-10-22, 21:58

The latest Escape From Tarkov update has added operational tasks, which gives players daily missions to complete in return for random rewards. READ MORE: Investigating the hacking arms race at the heart of ‘Escape From Tarkov’ Added during a lengthy