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It looks like more Xbox 360 games are coming to Xbox Series X

TechRadar | 2021-11-02, 14:53

It looks like Microsoft is still busy behind-the-scenes testing older Xbox 360 games to see if they're candidates for backwards compatibility. As spotted by TrueAchievements, some games that had not previously been thought to be backward compatible have

New artists talk appearing on the FIFA soundtrack: “It’s validation”

NME | 2021-11-02, 14:19

More than a simple football game, FIFA has become a rite of passage. At some point over the past 25 years, almost everyone from diehard football fans, dedicated gamers and people with barely a passing interest in either will have picked up a controller and got

AGDQ 2022 returns with almost 200 hours of speedruns

NME | 2021-11-02, 14:19

AGDQ 2022 have released its games list which features almost 200 hours of speedruns across the marathon week beginning January 9, 2022. READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft The marathon will feature a wide range

‘Grim Fandango’’s imaginative afterlife anticipated a colourful future for the medium

NME | 2021-11-02, 14:19

I first met Manuel Calavera in a small Cornish newsagent. Clad in his reaper cloak, Manny adorned the front of PC Zone‘s cover-disc, under the tantalising offer to ‘be the first to play LucasArts’ fantastic new adventure’. Somewhere between the Zone’s

The ‘Returnal’ suspend cycle feature can be used as a save point

NME | 2021-11-02, 14:19

Returnal players have discovered that the game’s new suspend cycle feature can be used as a save point. READ MORE: What if… classic 1980s NME covers were re-imagined for the Guardians of the Galaxy’s reality?! Housemarque recently released a new update

Louisiana Gaming Control Board awards Genius Sports initial temporary sports betting authorization

The Valdosta Daily Times | 2021-11-02, 13:50

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Xbox Game Pass: All the new games coming to Microsoft’s subscription service in November

Indian Express | 2021-11-02, 13:40

Microsoft’s Xbox has announced a list of new games (9 titles) coming to its monthly game subscription service – Xbox Game Pass, this month. The new lineup features some newer titles such as Forza Horizon 5 coming to Cloud, Console and PC (9

Trainwrecks accuses EA of being “corrupt” after ban from ‘Apex Legends’ tournament

NME | 2021-11-02, 13:28

Twitch streamer Tyler “Trainwrecks” Niknam has responded to his alleged ban from Nicholas “Nickmercs” Kolcheff’s Apex Legends tournament, which was apparently due to gambling concerns. READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of

Sony charters three jumbo jets to get more PS5 stock to UK retailers before Christmas

TechRadar | 2021-11-02, 13:28

We have good news for UK players still on the hunt for an elusive PS5 – Sony is flying in extra stock to help fulfill wishlists this Christmas. According to The Sun (thanks, GamesRadar+), Sony is reportedly now air-lifting extra PS5 units into UK stores ahead

PSVR 2 could be getting a highly anticipated Oculus Quest 2 game

TechRadar | 2021-11-02, 13:28

Sony's upcoming PSVR 2 headset looks like it could be getting one of the best upcoming Oculus Quest 2 games. Blade & Sorcery, a first person game that focuses on magic and melee combat, could be ported to the PS5 VR headset according to developer Warp

Super League Strategy to Empower Creators Delivers Impressive Audience Reach Inside the Metaverse (Super League Gaming Inc)

Public Technologies | 2021-11-02, 13:01

) Super League Strategy to Empower Creators Delivers Impressive Audience Reach Inside the Metaverse November 02, 2021 8:00am EDT Company achieved a dominant reach of 63 million monthly active users in Roblox in October, translating to approximately 30% of all

Corsair Gaming Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results - Form 8-K (Corsair Gaming Inc)

Public Technologies | 2021-11-02, 13:01

) Corsair Gaming Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results Reports Third Quarter Revenue and Profit FREMONT, CA, November 2, 2021 - Corsair Gaming, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRSR) ("Corsair"), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance gear

‘Bloodborne’ PS1 demake reveals January release date with a new trailer

NME | 2021-11-02, 12:37

The fan-made Bloodborne remake that reimagines it as a PS1 classic finally has a release date. READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft Launching on January 31 next year, the announcement of a release date was also

Hacker Bowser pleads guilty and offers Nintendo $4.5 million

NME | 2021-11-02, 12:37

Gary Bowser, a hacker that was arrested last year, has pled guilty to two charges and offered Nintendo £3.2million ($4.5million). READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft In 2020, Gary Bowser was arrested alongside

Corsair Gaming Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Tyler Morning Telegraph | 2021-11-02, 12:27

FREMONT, Calif., Nov. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corsair Gaming, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRSR) (“Corsair”), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended

Call of Duty: Warzone | Kante, Casimero or Fernandinho? who has the same characteristics of Arthur?

Goal | 2021-11-02, 12:13

Who amongst these defensive midfielder has more similarities with captain Arthur? ...

Corsair Gaming Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results (Corsair Gaming Inc)

Public Technologies | 2021-11-02, 12:05

) PDF Version589.3 KB Reports Third Quarter Revenue and Profit FREMONT, Calif., Nov. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corsair Gaming, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRSR) ("Corsair"), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance gear for gamers and content

Turns out the Nintendo Switch Online’s N64 emulator isn’t as bad as it seems

TechRadar | 2021-11-02, 11:58

The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack has been heavily criticized by gamers for several reasons. It’s considered by many to be too expensive, and the current selection of titles available is fairly limited as it stands. However, one area that has come

November's Prime Gaming line-up includes Control and two other top titles

TechRadar | 2021-11-02, 11:58

The line-up for November's free Games with Prime has been announced, and freebies this month include Rise of the Tomb Raider, Dragon Age: Inquisition, and Control Ultimate Edition. Also up for grabs are indie titles Puzzle Agent 2, Rogue Heroes, Secret

Valve will spill Steam Deck secrets soon

TechRadar | 2021-11-02, 11:58

Valve’s Steam Deck is due to arrive in December, not long away now – though far from everyone will get their device next month, of course – but we’ll soon know a lot more about the handheld PC. That’s because Valve is holding a virtual conference next week, on

‘Minecraft’ stolen account list is actually ransomware that attacks cheaters

NME | 2021-11-02, 11:25

Japanese Minecraft players have been given quite the shock as a list posing as alternative account details for cheaters turns out to actually be a ransomware file. READ MORE: How Skábma: Snowfall is Trying to Save a Culture This was reported by Fortinet

ePremier League competition is back as registrations open for ‘FIFA 22’

NME | 2021-11-02, 11:25

EA Sports and the Premier League have launched another ePremier League tournament, taking place in FIFA 22. READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft Now in its fourth year, the competition has a £100,000 prize pool,

Gaming time up 45% during pandemic

Deccan Chronicle | 2021-11-02, 10:46

Chennai: The time spent by users on gaming increased 45 per cent during Covid times. India emerged as one of the fastest growing gaming markets in the world, with growth in new paying users now at over 50 per cent. The average time a user spends on gaming per

‘New World’ disables “all forms” of wealth transfers to combat gold exploit

NME | 2021-11-02, 10:31

Amazon Game Studios has disabled wealth transfers in New World to combat a gold duplication exploit in the MMO. READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft The news came to the New World forums yesterday (November 1),

‘Warzone’ community says “pay to win” Roze skin is causing issues again

NME | 2021-11-02, 10:31

The controversial Roze skin in Warzone – which has been nerfed several times for being too hard to see – is once again causing trouble, with players alleging that previous nerfs have been reverted. READ MORE: Sexual harassment claims, lawsuits, and

10 Great Video Games (With Terrible Storylines)

What Culture | 2021-11-02, 10:25

When the original Doom released back in 1993, it ushered in a new era of gaming. No longer could these digital experiences be thought of as mere childhood playthings; they were suddenly intense, captivating, and grizzly. Of course, though Doom certainly lives

10 Video Game Characters That Deserved To Die (But Didn't)

What Culture | 2021-11-02, 10:25

As much as we all love intensely likeable video game heroes that we can't help but root for, there's something to be said for a character we absolutely relish despising, too. And while the rules of storytelling typically dictate that the douchebag villain gets

Call of Duty: Vanguard PC System Requirements Revealed: All Details

NDTV | 2021-11-02, 09:28

Call of Duty: Vanguard PC specification requirements have been officially revealed just days ahead of the November 5 release date of the new first-person shooter (FPS) game. Publisher Activision has... ...

Pokémon GO to celebrate first-ever global Diwali event: ‘Festival of Lights’

Indian Express | 2021-11-02, 08:42

Niantic’s Pokémon GO has announced a special inaugural event in the spirit of Diwali – ‘Festival of Lights.’ The in-game event is scheduled to go live for 10 days, starting 5th November at 10 am, and will conclude on 14th November 2021 at 8 pm. As part

Squid Game-Inspired Indian Mobile Game Sees Over 3 Lakh Registrations

NDTV | 2021-11-02, 08:39

Silly World, a made-in-India mobile game from SuperGaming has confirmed that its upcoming Squid Royale Game mode has received over 300,000 pre-registrations. The new mode will feature Squid... ...

SEGA and Microsoft announce strategic alliance, will focus on new and original titles

Indian Express | 2021-11-02, 05:45

SEGA Corporation and Microsoft have agreed upon a strategic alliance to produce next-gen, large-scale games by utilising Microsoft’s Azure cloud technology. The announcement comes from a press release, where SEGA stated that the partnership will be a mid to

10 Optional Bosses Who Kicked Your Ass In Seconds

What Culture | 2021-11-02, 02:35

As much as video games tend to reward players who venture off the beaten path and explore every nook and cranny of the game world, sometimes that "reward" isn't quite what players expect. Sometimes that reward is simply being bodied by a hugely powerful secret

Macao’s October slump blamed on COVID restrictions

Las Vegas Review-Journal | 2021-11-02, 01:59

A view of the Cotai Strip on April 10, 2020. (Inside Asian Gaming) October brought Macao’s lowest one-month gross gaming revenue total of the year, the region’s Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau said Monday. Analysts believe the

Black Friday Daily Deals: PS5 DualSense Charging Station for $2.40, 3 Months of Xbox Game ...

IGN Insider | 2021-11-02, 00:45

We are now into November, the month of the biggest deals of the year, and a geat many early Black Friday "guaranteed" deals start today. You don't want to miss out on the PS5 DualSense charging station for only $2.40, but there are plenty of other solid deals,

Amazon’s New World faces down a world of wild glitches

Ars Technica | 2021-11-01, 22:08

A video explaining just some of the glitches New World has faced of late. Anyone who follows online gaming knows that new titles often have a few issues at launch and that those issues can need a few post-launch

‘Deathloop’ based Blackreef Island on Scotland and the Faroe Islands

NME | 2021-11-01, 21:43

Developer Arkane Studios has revealed some of the environmental inspirations for its time-twisting shooter Deathloop. READ MORE: Why ‘Deathloop’ is wrong: meaning and morality within a time loop Blackreef Island, the central location in Deathloop, is a

‘The Sims 4’ receives scenarios in tomorrow’s update

NME | 2021-11-01, 21:43

EA is releasing a new challenge-based scenarios mode for The Sims 4, which will be available to play tomorrow. READ MORE: ‘Unpacking’ review: your life’s story in boxes Scenarios are coming to The Sims 4 and will offer players a new way to play the life

Station Casinos offers summer internships at Las Vegas properties

Review Journal | 2021-11-01, 21:29

The program for college students includes a $15-per-hour wage for a maximum of 40 hours per week and housing at Red Rock Resort, Sunset Station, Palace Station or Green Valley Ranch. ...

Swap spleens for stomachs in ‘Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator’ gameplay video

NME | 2021-11-01, 20:31

A new trailer for Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator has been released by Strange Scaffold detailing gameplay. READ MORE: What if… classic 1980s NME covers were re-imagined for the Guardians of the Galaxy’s reality?! Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator is

‘Pokémon GO’ introduces Dedenne in “Festival of Lights” event

NME | 2021-11-01, 20:31

An adorable electric rodent Pokémon – no, not that one – is coming to Pokémon GO as part of the mobile game’s upcoming “Festival of Lights” event. READ MORE: No, our standard shouldn’t be lower for free-to-play games The critter

’80 Days’ and ‘Falcon Age’ writer Meghna Jayanth working on next game from developer Outerloop Games

NME | 2021-11-01, 19:37

Meghna Jayanth, the writer behind some of the most beloved indie games of the last decade, is working on an unannounced title from Falcon Age developer Outerloop Games. READ MORE: Laura E. Hall on how escape rooms are more like video games than you’d expect

‘Call Of Duty: Vanguard’ PC specification has been released

NME | 2021-11-01, 19:37

Activision has released the minimum and recommended PC specification for Call Of Duty: Vanguard so fans can see if their rigs are up to running it. READ MORE: Sexual harassment claims, lawsuits, and several high profile departures – what’s going on with

Our fave bounty hunter takes on Tatooine’s underworld in Book of Boba Fett trailer

Ars Technica | 2021-11-01, 19:07

Temuera Morrison and Ming-Na Wen star in a new original Star Wars series, The Book of Boba Fett, coming next month to Disney+. The S2 finale of The Mandalorian included a tantalizing

News release - English (Bragg Gaming Group Inc)

Public Technologies | 2021-11-01, 18:58

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Walmart PS5 and Xbox Series X restock live updates: what time it'll be in stock

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 18:58

The first PS5 and Xbox Series X restock of November is about to happen at Walmart, and if you follow our PS5 restock Twitter tracker Matt Swider – follow and turn on notifications – you'll get an alert when the console is in stock today. Both Sony and

New Halo Infinite multiplayer map, Streets, looks perfect for close combat

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 18:58

A new Halo Infinite multiplayer map has just been revealed and it looks it will be perfect for fans of close-quarters fighting. Called 'Streets', the map will be an asymmetrical arena with short sightlines that will favor players that like getting up

‘Forza Horizon 5’ and ‘GTA San Andreas’ headline November additions to Xbox Game Pass

NME | 2021-11-01, 18:43

Microsoft has revealed the newest additions to Xbox Game Pass, and racing game Forza Horizon 5 is racing ahead to the front of the pack. READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft As outlined in a blog post, the

‘Tetris: The Grand Master’ coming to consoles according to ‘Tetris 99’ dev

NME | 2021-11-01, 18:43

The developer behind Tetris 99 has said that a port of the Japan-only Tetris: The Grand Master could be coming to consoles. READ MORE: ‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft The vice-president of Tetris 99 and Tetris: The

The next Call of Duty game might feature a morality system

Digital Trends | 2021-11-01, 18:29

The next Call of Duty game will be a sequel to the 2019 reboot Modern Warfare and will include brand-new single-player campaign mechanics and a slew of fresh content for Warzone, the Call of Duty battle royale mode, according to two separate reports from Video

GTA Trilogy Remake - Every Gameplay Detail You Need To Know

What Culture | 2021-11-01, 18:28

It's been just over eight years, but a new Grand Theft Auto is hitting shelves! Technically. Rockstar Games have officially announced the launch of a Definitive Edition bundle for the original trilogy of GTA classics - GTA 3, GTA: San Andreas, and GTA: Vice

10 Video Games That Aren't What You Think

What Culture | 2021-11-01, 18:28

There are plenty of ways to ascertain the nature of a video game before you drop your hard-earned dollars on it, but even then you can be duped by a bait-and-switch. That said, not every bait-and-switch is a bad thing as plenty of the games on this list can

8 Most Infamous Video Game Glitches Of All Time

What Culture | 2021-11-01, 18:28

When it comes to video games, glitches are, for better or worse, pretty much baked into the experience. No matter whether the title in question comes from a triple-A publisher or a bedroom indie developer, there's a good chance that on day one there will be a

Hell Let Loose: 10 Reasons It's The Most Brutal WW2 Shooter Ever

What Culture | 2021-11-01, 18:28

Hell Let Loose was recently released for both the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X/S and was available for free to all PS Plus Subscribers for the month of October. The realistic WW2 shooter has been available for some time over on PC where it built up a

‘Tomb Raider’ at 25 – Ian Livingstone talks about the birth of Lara Croft

NME | 2021-11-01, 17:49

Ian Livingstone’s reputation precedes him. Before he even got into the video games industry, he co-founded Games Workshop, while his choose-your-own-adventure Fighting Fantasy gamebooks have been hugely influential to RPG developers – you’ll even find a

Modder releases ‘Half-Life’ mod they’ve been working on for 12 years

NME | 2021-11-01, 17:49

A Half-Life mod that has been in development for 12 years has finally been released. READ MORE: 10 butt-kicking ‘80s songs on the licensed tracklist to the ‘Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy’ video game – and the moments you’ll want to hear them As reported by

Japanese ads show classic characters coming to ‘Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl’

NME | 2021-11-01, 17:49

Classic Pokémon characters will be making their return in the upcoming titles Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl. READ MORE: ‘Metroid Dread’ is cutting-edge in some ways, behind the times in others Characters including Professor Rowan, who

Bragg Gaming Group to Release Third Quarter 2021 Results on November 8 - Form 6-K (Bragg Gaming Group Inc)

Public Technologies | 2021-11-01, 17:01

) Bragg Gaming Group to Release Third Quarter 2021 Results on November 8 TORONTO, November 1, 2021 - Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ: BRAG, TSX: BRAG) ("Bragg" or the "Company"), a global B2B gaming technology and content provider, announced

Riders Republic: Tips and tricks to get started

Digital Trends | 2021-11-01, 16:59

Are you ready to ride? Ubisoft’s massive extreme sports game Riders Republic has launched onto the scene with more options on how you want to bomb your way down the mountain than any other game. No longer do you have to choose between a skiing and

Far Cry 6 Supremo Backpack Guide: All backpack abilities and where to find them

Digital Trends | 2021-11-01, 16:59

You can play stealthy, guns blazing, or some combination of the two in Far Cry 6. The open-world nature of the game lets you tackle objectives as you see fit, so long as it involves killing everyone in your path, that is. To facilitate this mass carnage, all

What are Sponsors in Riders Republic?

Digital Trends | 2021-11-01, 16:59

Riders Republic has pulled together quite a list of real-life sponsors. From Salomon and Ford to Canyon and Santa Cruz, there’s no shortage of high-profile companies that lend their name to the action. Ubisoft took things one step further, however, and

San Antonio gaming convention PAX South won't return in 2022 — if ever

San Antonio Current | 2021-11-01, 16:47

PAX South is dead.… ...

xQc rages after being denied a win in fan-made ‘Squid Game’

NME | 2021-11-01, 16:37

Twitch streamer and ex-Overwatch league player xQc rages after being cheated out of a win in a fan-made Squid Game. READ MORE: What if… classic 1980s NME covers were re-imagined for the Guardians of the Galaxy’s reality?! As reported by Dexerto, the event

Nintendo memorialises mobile ‘Dr. Mario World’ after game’s closure

NME | 2021-11-01, 16:37

Nintendo’s smartphone spinoff Dr. Mario World has closed its surgery doors, with players no longer able to play the puzzle game. READ MORE: How Skábma: Snowfall is Trying to Save a Culture The game officially shut down yesterday (October 31), although

Battlefield 2042 gets ray tracing and a new trailer to show how good it’ll look ...

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 16:16

Battlefield 2042 is getting a host of goodies for PC gamers who own an Nvidia RTX graphics card, including ray tracing, with the impact that this will make shown off in a new trailer. The PC tech trailer illustrates why Nvidia is boasting that the ‘definitive’

Halo Infinite could be getting an early access release

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 16:16

Details of a Halo Infinite "Early Access Bundle" have leaked online. Though there's been no official word that Halo's upcoming installment will release in early access, earlier today a curious Twitter user shared a screenshot of what they purport is

November’s Xbox Game Pass lineup might be the best one yet

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 16:16

November’s Xbox Game Pass lineup may be the strongest one yet for Microsoft’s subscription service, with a pleasing array of titles arriving this month. November was already going to be a stand-out month thanks to the arrival of the highly anticipated Forza

Reddit launches ‘League Of Legends’ avatars in first-ever partnership

NME | 2021-11-01, 15:43

Reddit is releasing a collection of avatars ahead of the release of the League Of Legends animated show, Arcane. READ MORE: ‘No Man’s Sky”s new expedition made me want to join a sandworm cult Today (November 1), the social media platform announced its

Ubisoft is planning on bringing NFTs to its games

NME | 2021-11-01, 15:43

NFTs and blockchain technology may be a regular sight in Ubisoft games in the not too distant future, as the developer and publisher has outlined plans to focus on “play-to-earn” features. READ MORE: Investigation finds harassment rife at Ubisoft

Shroud thinks ‘New World’ players could be waiting “years” for mounts

NME | 2021-11-01, 15:43

The popular Twitch streamer Shroud thinks that players will be waiting “years” for mounts to come to the massively multiplayer online game, New World. READ MORE: Laura E. Hall on how escape rooms are more like video games than you’d expect As of

Bragg Gaming Group to Release Third Quarter 2021 Results on November 8

Courier Express | 2021-11-01, 15:14

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 1, 2021-- Bragg Gaming Group ( NASDAQ: BRAG, TSX: BRAG ) ("Bragg" or the "Company"), a global B2B gaming technology and content provider, announced today that it will release its third quarter 2021 financial results prior to the

Bragg Gaming Group to Release Third Quarter 2021 Results on November 8 (Bragg Gaming Group Inc)

Public Technologies | 2021-11-01, 15:04

) TORONTO, November 1, 2021 - Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ: BRAG, TSX: BRAG) ("Bragg" or the "Company"), a global B2B gaming technology and content provider, announced today that it will release its third

Sega and Microsoft team up to “create new strategic titles”

NME | 2021-11-01, 14:49

Sega has announced that it is entering a “strategic alliance” with Microsoft to explore creating new strategic games together. READ MORE: What if… classic 1980s NME covers were re-imagined for the Guardians of the Galaxy’s reality?! In a press

‘Halo Infinite’ may be getting an early access release

NME | 2021-11-01, 14:49

Upcoming shooter Halo Infinite isn’t due for release until December 8, but developer 343 Industries may be gearing up for an early access window for the much anticipated game. READ MORE: No, our standard shouldn’t be lower for free-to-play games Earlier

Is this our first look at Sony's PSVR 2 headset?

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 14:46

We already knew that a new PlayStation VR kit was on the way, but if this filing patent is anything to go by, this might be our first glimpse of the new system. As spotted by Spanish-language site DistritoXR, Sony seemingly filed a new hardware patent which

Don't snub the Nvidia RTX 3060 in favor of beefier GPUs - it's more capable ...

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 14:46

I’ve spoken a few times about obsessive framerate watching, and how it can actually lead you to stop finding video games enjoyable. It’s always funny to dunk on the console community if you have a gaming PC, I get it, but there comes a point where trying to

The best tech toys for kids

Engadget | 2021-11-01, 14:31

It may have been another long year, but the holidays are finally approaching — and, with supply chain issues plaguing retail, it’s best to get your shopping done sooner rather than later. This year we’re all a little burnt out on screens, so the best gifts for

BGMI Gets Payload 2.0 Mode With Armoured Cars, Helicopters

NDTV | 2021-11-01, 13:55

Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) has added the anticipated Payload 2.0 mode where you will get armoured cars and helicopters. The battle royale game has also included a Virus Infection mode. Both... ...

Romance sim ‘Sucker For Love: First Date’ lets you kiss a pink-haired Cthulhu

NME | 2021-11-01, 13:54

Sucker For Love: First Date is a visual novel and dating simulator that lets players romance a variety of eldritch monstrosities, including an anime-style Cthulhu. READ MORE: ‘No Man’s Sky”s new expedition made me want to join a sandworm cult Sucker For Love:

‘Battlefield 2042’ PC tech trailer shows off how great it looks

NME | 2021-11-01, 13:54

A new PC tech trailer for Battlefield 2042 has been released. It showcases some of the PC-exclusive Nvidia enhancements that the game will benefit from – providing you have the right graphics card. READ MORE: ‘Apex Legends: Escape’ preview – Season 11

Haunted Chocolatier won't be released until it's 'compelling in every aspect'

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 13:16

Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone has opened up about the development process of his upcoming game, Haunted Chocolatier. In a blog on the official website, Barone says the online diary will serve as a "casual way" of sharing how development is going, as well as

Sega teams with Microsoft for a cloud gaming 'strategic alliance'

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 13:16

Sega has revealed a new "strategic alliance" with Microsoft to develop "large-scale, global games in a next-generation development environment built on Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform." As spotted by VGC, the new partnership forms part of Sega's

Building a World Without Blood Cancers (Super League Gaming Inc)

Public Technologies | 2021-11-01, 13:03

) Building a World Without Blood Cancers November 01, 2021 8:00am EDT Super League Gaming Teams Up With The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for a Build Competition Hosted on Minehut SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Super League Gaming

Microsoft, Sega Explore Cloud Gaming Alliance

NDTV | 2021-11-01, 13:01

Sega said it is exploring a strategic alliance with Microsoft to develop big budget titles using the Xbox maker's cloud gaming tech, driving anticipation the move could signal a deeper tie-up. ...

Official concept art for ‘Stars Of Blood’ reveals Valve’s cancelled “space pirates” game

NME | 2021-11-01, 13:00

Concept art for Stars Of Blood – a cancelled Valve game that Gabe Newell described as “a space pirates game” – has been revealed, showcasing what the sci-fi title would have looked like. READ MORE: How Skábma: Snowfall is Trying to Save

‘Crucible’ developer talks game’s failings and why ‘New World’ is struggling

NME | 2021-11-01, 13:00

A developer who worked on CrucibleAmazon‘s earlier big hope before New World – has gone into detail about how the game should have been cancelled long before release. READ MORE: How Skábma: Snowfall is Trying to Save a Culture Software

This is what the Steam Store looks like on the Steam Deck

NME | 2021-11-01, 13:00

SteamDB creator, Pavel Djundik, has shared a look at what the Steam store will look like on the Steam Deck and it’s looking quite intuitive so far. READ MORE: How Skábma: Snowfall is Trying to Save a Culture Originally spotted by PCGamesN, Djundik shared

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Beginner tips and tricks

Digital Trends | 2021-11-01, 12:46

Square Enix’s second attempt at a Marvel-themed action/RPG quelled the anxious nerves of Marvel fans hoping for anything better than 2020’s Avengers game. Guardians of the Galaxy simplified combat, giving fans an entertaining cast of characters to

PUBG Mobile x League of Legends event tipped: Here’s what we know so far

Indian Express | 2021-11-01, 12:43

PUBG Mobile is set to host a new crossover event, that will most likely be set on the new League of Legends-based Netflix series Arcane. The company posted a teaser image on the official PUBG Mobile Twitter handle. The teaser image hints at a PUBG Mobile x

What if… classic 1980s NME covers were re-imagined for the Guardians of the Galaxy’s reality?!

NME | 2021-11-01, 12:06

In association with Square Enix Art by Bill McConkey, design by Simon Freeborough ever wondered what your favourite NME covers might look like starring Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy characters? It’s a pop-culture mash-up for the ages. If

Nintendo’s Switch Online + Expansion Pack trailer is its most disliked video

NME | 2021-11-01, 12:06

Nintendo‘s Switch Online + Expansion Pack trailer is the company’s most disliked video ever, according to the downvotes on its YouTube channel. READ MORE: No, our standard shouldn’t be lower for free-to-play games First spotted by VGC over the

‘New World’ loses over 500,000 players in its first month

NME | 2021-11-01, 12:06

New World has reportedly lost more than half of its player base merely a month after its launch. READ MORE: Laura E. Hall on how escape rooms are more like video games than you’d expect That’s based on figures first spotted by Forbes which noticed that

How Skábma: Snowfall is Trying to Save a Culture

NME | 2021-11-01, 12:06

“There’s about 300 games released on Steam every week”, I’m sombrely informed by Stanislas Jun Peyrat, representing Skábma: Snowfall’s publisher. He tells me this to illustrate the importance of wishlisting in an era of constant market saturation,

X-rays reveal “bacteria poop” is eating away at the Mary Rose’s wooden hull

Ars Technica | 2021-11-01, 11:21

/ The hull of Henry VIII's favorite warship, the Mary Rose, and many thousands of recovered artifacts are housed in the Mary Rose Museum in Portsmouth, England. (credit: Johnny Black) Henry VIII's favorite warship, the Mary Rose, sank in battle in 1545. The

Intertops Poker: Do you have what it takes to emerge victorious?

Business Wire | 2021-11-01, 11:09

ST JOHN’S, Antigua--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intertops Poker is calling on all casual players and sports bettors wanting to enter its now legendary Soft Series Tournament ...

‘Fortnite’ is shutting down in China this month

NME | 2021-11-01, 10:53

Fortnite looks like it’s closing down in China, as servers in the region are taking steps to shut down the battle royale from today. READ MORE: Laura E. Hall on how escape rooms are more like video games than you’d expect As PC Gamer reports, yesterday

‘Roblox’ comes back online after nearly three day outage

NME | 2021-11-01, 10:53

After a nearly three-day outage, Roblox is finally back online. The cause behind the outage has not been revealed by its developers, though there’s plenty of speculation as to the cause. READ MORE: No, our standard shouldn’t be lower for free-to-play

The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack trailer is being slammed on YouTube

TechRadar | 2021-11-01, 10:32

The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion overview trailer has now become the company’s most disliked video on YouTube. Likes and dislikes on a YouTube trailer aren’t always the clearest indicator of whether a video game, film, or product will be successful, but it

10 Intimidating Video Game Bosses That Can Be Killed In One Hit

What Culture | 2021-11-01, 10:32

Acting as the ultimate challenge, having to use all the skills you've been taught in order to beat a boss (that probably required a change of underpants when you first laid

PUBG Mobile x League of Legends Crossover Event Teased Ahead of Arcane Release

NDTV | 2021-11-01, 09:42

PUBG Mobile has teased the arrival of a new event. A fresh poster suggests the imminent arrival of PUBG Mobile x League of Legends crossover event. The poster seems to suggest that four characters... ...

Gaming Platform Roblox Comes Back Online After Three-Day Outage

NBCBayArea | 2021-11-01, 06:59

Online gaming platform Roblox restored its services Sunday after an outage that began on Thursday."We are sorry for the length of time it took us to restore service," Roblox CEO David Baszucki said.Holidays like Halloween can be key sales generators for games