Gaming News
Amazon Prime Preorder Savings Is Back, Sort Of
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 15:55
It's not the generous 20% discount of yesteryear, but it's still a chance to save on upcoming games before they're even released.
Alpha Protocol delisted from Steam due to publishing rights expiration
Game Developer - 19 Jun 2019 19:57
Obsidian†™s Alpha Protocol is no longer up for sale on Steam, a sudden delisting that publisher Sega has now confirmed to Eurogamer is the result of the expiration of its publishing rights. ...
EA praises its own 'ethical, fun, and enjoyable' loot box use in FIFA
Game Developer - 19 Jun 2019 23:37
Electronic Arts' Kerry Hopkins distanced FIFA's loot box-equivalent packs from gambling in a hearing with the UK Parliament and said the game's 'surprise mechanics' are often enjoyed in a healthy way. ...
These are the Coolest Statues and Collectibles We Saw at E3 2019
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 23:16
E3's spectacle has escalated as it transitions from trade show to convention. This year's show floor was highlighted with more statues, more photo opportunities, and more. Check out some of our favorite sights here.
Cyberpunk 2077 will get large expansions like The Witcher 3
VG247 - 19 Jun 2019 23:05
The Cyberpunk 2077 news just keeps coming. CD Projekt Red confirmed that its upcoming sci-fi RPG will likely have multiple post-launch expansions. In an interview with Prima Games, CD Projekt Red UI Coordinator Alvin Liu...
Xbox Head Explains the Sony-Microsoft Partnership
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 22:52
"You could either go and invest tens of billions of dollars in trying to catch up, or you can figure out who your partners are."
EA defends its loot box systems to Parliament, calling them "surprise mechanics"
VG247 - 19 Jun 2019 22:17
During a session with the UK Parliament’s Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport Committee, EA says that its randomized purchases are not loot boxes, but rather “surprise mechanics.” Representatives from EA and Fortnit...
Video: Using email lists for fun, profit, and building your own fan club
Game Developer - 19 Jun 2019 22:07
In this 2019 GDC talk, game developer Chris Zukowski explains how to level up your email list, and why a well-run email list can be 5-10 times more effective than Twitter or Facebook! ...
Bee Simulator Is Like For Honor With Butt Swords
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 22:00
While not as wacky as you might expect, Bee Simulator offers a family-friendly educational adventure and stinger fights.
'Traumatic' Cersei Deleted Scene Revealed
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 21:28
Lena Headey has revealed a deleted scene from Game of Thrones' seventh season that would've been a sad footnote for the dark character.
Don't Miss: Captain Toad and the core of Nintendo game design
Game Developer - 19 Jun 2019 21:23
What makes the design of a game like Captain Toad special -- what sets it apart? And how does it fit into Nintendo's body of design work? ...
Superman: Year One #1 Isn't the Origin Story the Man of Steel Deserves
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 21:17
Despite its all-star creative team, Superman: Year One fails to deliver a satisfying new spin on a familiar origin story.
Nintendo Won't Deny, Co-Op, Playing as Zelda in Breath of the Wild 2
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 21:00
Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma won't confirm or deny the potential of playing as Zelda or the inclusion of co-op in the sequel to Breath of the Wild, but his sly answers leave room for interpretation.
Kevin Feige Confirms Talks With Keanu Reeves About MCU Role
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:56
According to Kevin Feige, Marvel Studios is making every effort to eventually bring Keanu Reeves into the MCU.
Bernie Sanders Says the Game Industry Should Unionize
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:54
"The video game industry made $43 billion in revenue last year," writes Bernie Sanders. "The workers responsible for that profit deserve to collectively bargain as part of a union."
EA Tries To Rename Lootboxes Under Government Scrutiny
Game Informer - 19 Jun 2019 20:41
As more and more governments are taking a closer look at lootboxes and whether they are a predatory practice akin to gambling, EA has found itself on the defensive. Its newest tactic: Call them something else and declare...
Sony Santa Monica Hiring for Roles With 'Knowledge of God of War'
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:36
Sony Santa Monica job listings are looking for people who know God of War well, lending to the speculation of whether a God of War sequel is in development.
The Best Deals of E3 2019 - These PS4, Switch, and Xbox Sales Are Still Available
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:31
Playstation Days of Deals, Xbox Unlocked, and Nintendo E3 Sale May All End Today.
The Witcher 3 on Switch's Biggest Changes Are Actually UI Adjustments
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:29
CD Projekt Red says The Witcher 3 "still looks amazing" on Switch.
Astral Chain's Co-op Mode Makes the Switch Exclusive More Difficult
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:20
Astral Chain, the upcoming Nintendo Switch exclusive from PlatinumGames, has optional local co-op, but it allegedly makes the game more difficult.
Phil Spencer: Xbox Focus Is on Software and Services, Not Console Sales
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:12
The future, as Spencer sees it, is everywhere, not just in a plastic box.
Don't Let Your Phone Die: These Charging Accessory Deals End Today
IGN - 19 Jun 2019 20:06
Keep your devices powered up with Amazon's Deal of the Day on must-have Anker charging accessories.