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Star Wars: Squadrons Is Exactly the Kind of Game the Series Needs Now
It takes the few good impulses of Disney's TV expansion and combines them with the best kind of Star Wars worldbuilding there is.
Starting Screen | Starting Screen | I Hope Video Games Can Be Part of the Healing
An earnest wish after a difficult year.
Axe of the Blood God: The RPG Year in Review 2020
We look back on the RPGs that defined the turbulent year that was 2020.
The Top Stories That Shaped Video Games in 2020
There's a lot—good, bad, and everything in between—to look back on this year. I don't know about you, but I'm mostly feeling tired.
Control: Ultimate Edition Confirms PS5 and Xbox Series S/X Dates and Ray Tracing Toggle
If you were hoping for the highest of high-end performance… dream on, Faden.
Among Us Sneaks Aboard Game Pass for PC Today, Will Ruin Xbox Friendships in 2021
Yet another way to play Among Us today and one more planned for next year.
Halo 3 Gets New Armor in the Master Chief Collection, But Many Aren't Happy About It
The new additions look out of place to many, but 343 says a toggle option is being explored.
The Mortal Kombat Movie Reboot Will Test Its Might Next April
Warner's pushing back its toasty release for a dual debut in theaters and on HBO Max.
CD Projekt Red Is "Not Encouraging" Cyberpunk 2077 Returns, Joint-CEO Tells Investors
"We hope they'll give us a chance to improve the game on the original consoles," says Marcin Iwi?ski.
Vin Diesel Doesn't Just Appear in Ark 2, He's Also Its Executive Producer
Living life one development milestone at a time.
Xbox Is Hosting a Space Jam Game Jam Design Contest
We got a real (game) jam goin' now.
Major Resident Evil Village Spoilers Seem to Have Leaked
Images of the in-development Resident Evil seem to be circulating.
EA Agrees to $1.2 Billion Deal for Codemasters, Take-Two Now Reconsidering Its Lower Bid
Two publishing giants want the makers of the Dirt and Formula One games.
Axe of the Blood God: The Cyberpunk 2077 Review Roundtable
We dig deep into Cyberpunk 2077, the Mass Effect reveal, and more.
The Message From Disney and The Game Awards: Never Stop Consuming
THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS | Disney and The Game Awards combine for an overwhelming assault of entertainment news
NPD: PS5 Sets New US Console Launch Records While Switch Holds Strong
A strong debut for Sony hasn't stopped Switches from flying off shelves.
Perfect Dark Revival Unveiled at The Game Awards
Joanna's back in a new story conceived by The Initiative.
JJ Abrams Picks Ex-Valve and Oculus Developer to Lead Bad Robot Games Studio
Michael Booth joins Anna Sweet, CEO of Bad Robot Games, on a journey from Valve to VR to JJ.
The Game Awards 2020 Are Tonight—Where to Watch, and What to Expect
It's time for the Keighleys.
The Game Awards Is Putting on Another Limited-Time Demo Festival
More awards means another year of new demos.
The Alan Wake TV Show Is Still in the Works, Remedy's Sam Lake Reveals
In a year full of other adaptation news, you might've forgotten we're due for a Wake-up call on TV.
Xbox Owners Are Switching Their Region to Play Cyberpunk 2077 Early
Be a Kiwi for a day if you want to get into Night City now.
Xbox Confirms Game Pass Streaming for PCs and iOS Will Launch in Spring
Browser-based Xbox cloud gaming is just around the corner.
Halo Infinite Has Been Pushed Back to Fall 2021
Yes, Infinite will be coming out about a year later than originally intended, but test flights are making a comeback.
Quantic Dream Announces Publishing Deal for Dustborn, From the Makers of Dreamfall
Red Thread's dystopian road trip may end up being the first title published by David Cage's newly independent studio.
Cyberpunk 2077's Reported Epileptic Triggers Draw Warnings From Advocates [Update: CDPR Responds]
A Game Informer editor says she experienced a grand mal seizure as a result of a particular scene.
Ubisoft Hires New Diversity & Inclusion VP Following Reports on Discrimination and Abuse
Raashi Sikka joins Ubisoft from Uber, a company with its own public struggles regarding worker treatment.
CD Projekt Could Wind Up Following BioWare in More Ways Than One If It's Not Careful
The Cyberpunk 2077 developer is still doing well, but there are ominous signs.
Forza Horizon 4's Next Update Looks Like Fresh, Chaotic Fun
Taking notes from Nadeo, I see.
Cyberpunk 2077 Review Roundup: The Good, the Bad, and the Buggy
We'll have our review up in due time, but here's how other outlets are feeling about CD Projekt Red's latest.
Axe of the Blood God: The CD Projekt Retrospective
We delve deep into the history of the studio behind Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077.
Xbox Series X Optimized Games Will Have Fast Fixes and More Quick Resume Support, Microsoft Says
Certain performance quirks and absent features won't be around for long, at least not according to Microsoft.
Why You Should be Skeptical of Rosy Video Game Industry Numbers
THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS | In the absence of very successful people saying very silly things, this week's column is (almost) all about the numbers
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Pushes Back Season One Launch and Warzone Debut
You'll still be leaving Verdansk for a new Cold War locale soon, just not *that* soon.
Are the PS5 and Xbox Series X Fated to Suffer the Same Hardware Problems as Their Predecessors?
If you've managed to get a new console, you might worry about a sudden failure blindsiding you. Here's what experts think about the longevity of the new machines so far.
Control Hits Xbox Game Pass Alongside a New $1 Intro Deal
Jesse Faden's bringing Haven, Va-11 Hall-A, and cheap three-month subscriptions with her.
Doom Eternal Gets a New Master Level in Time for Its PC Game Pass Launch
Where's the pistol in Classic Mode though, id?
343 Promises a Year-End Update on Halo Infinite's Development
We've barely heard a peep about Xbox's delayed launch title since August.
USG Game of the Month: Yakuza: Like a Dragon Shows Us Why Broken Gangsters Make Great RPG Characters
Never has the title "Homeless Guy" been so compelling.
Xbox Is Making It Clearer Which Old Games Are Running Auto HDR
Plus, you can pre-install (some) Game Pass games.
Doom Eternal Sets Switch Release Date at Long Last
The Doom Slayer is sliding in for a last-minute 2020 launch on Nintendo's platform.
Axe of the Blood God: It's Time For Trivia of the Blood God
An RPG quiz show draws near! Command?
The Console Wars Are Almost as Dumb as Actual Wars
THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS | Phil Spencer says tribalism could drive him out of the industry.
Microsoft Is Working to "Identify and Resolve" Performance Issues in Xbox Series X Games
A Microsoft spokesperson says that developers are "just now scratching the surface" of what the new Xbox consoles can do.
Metro Exodus Is Getting a Next-Gen Version Next Year
4A Games is also working on the next Metro and exploring potential for multiplayer.
Fortnite's New Crew Subscription Aims to Turn Regular Players Into Regular Customers
With many still banking V-Bucks from one Battle Pass to buy the next, Epic’s adding a new subscription to entice players.
Mortal Kombat 11 Skin Pack Adds Voices and Likenesses From the '90s Movie
No, sadly, Goro is not one of them.
The Next-Gen Version of FIFA 21 Is EA's Idea of a "Strand Game"
A look at all the enhancements being made to FIFA 21 on Xbox Series X and PS5.
Xbox's Phil Spencer Thinks "Apathy" Is the Biggest Threat to Both Microsoft and Sony
Spencer still isn't into the console wars mindset. The real issue, as he sees it, is one the whole entertainment industry faces.
Starting Screen | Now Is a Perfectly Good Time to Tackle Tough Subjects in Games Coverage
This terrible, historic year has also seen an uptick in interest around gaming. That's exactly when our best writers should follow their instincts.
Hitman 3 Will Reveal a New Neon-Drenched Locale Tomorrow
Hot on the heels of IO's big 007 announcement, Hitman's looking to give Night City a run for its money.
When Will It Actually be Possible to Buy an Xbox Series X or PS5?
THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS | For many, next-gen may not be accessible until early 2021.
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Review: Status Quo With a Slick Paranoiac Sheen
A showcase of how limited even a good Call of Duty can be.
Psyonix Explains Why 120 FPS Is a “Minor Patch” For Xbox Rocket League and Not PS5
It sounds like this is one big benefit of Smart Delivery for developers.
A Quick and Dirty Ranking of The Game Awards GOTY Nominees for 2020
Hades is a great choice, Doom Eternal... less so.
Cyberpunk 2077 Will Have a Setting For Twitch Streamers Trying to Avoid DMCA Issues
Avoid those pesky copyright claims.
Hitman Studio IO Interactive Is Working on a New James Bond Game
The minds behind Agent 47 are concocting an origin for a different kind of secret agent.
The Last of Us Part 2 and Hades Lead 2020's Game Awards Nominees
Supergiant and Naughty Dog have racked up the nods at this year's Keighley-tastic show.
Star Wars: Squadrons Is Getting B-wings, TIE Defenders, and a Whole Lot More for Free
Looks like Titan and Vanguard are getting more support from EA after all.
Ubisoft's Skull and Bones Studio Just Lost Its Managing Director, but He Hasn't Been Fired
Hugues Ricour, once the boss at Ubisoft Singapore, will remain employed in a different position after a leadership audit.
Divekick and Killer Instinct Makers Iron Galaxy Announce New Melee Multiplayer Project
The Chicago-based team is also welcoming some Bungie talent to the fold and creating a new Co-CEO position.
EA Has Some Fascinating Ideas for Madden 21 on Next-Gen Consoles
The Microsoft Flight Simulator of sports games? How Madden 21 on PS5 and Xbox Series X uses Next Gen Stats to power its gameplay.
New Cyberpunk 2077 Footage Shows Xbox Series X and Xbox One X Performance
See how the two console generations handle Night City.
Xbox Console Exclusive Adventure Call of the Sea Sets Sail Next Month
Come sail away with me.
Destiny 2's Greediest Guardians Are Camping Out at a New Loot Cave
Bungie brought back the Cosmodrome and, inadvertently, the act of shooting lazily into a room for shiny engrams.
EA Makes Billions From Its Prevent Defense on Loot Boxes
THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS | Don't worry, there's PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S stuff in here too
Steam's Getting Support for the DualSense and the New Xbox Wireless Controller
There's beta support out right now, but some features are absent on the Sony side.
The Xbox Series X vs. PlayStation 5: Our Complete Breakdown and Final Verdict
Two consoles, two visions for the future. We compare their specs, games, and prospects for the future.
Tetris Effect: Connected's Co-op Has a Self-Revival Trick Everyone Needs to Learn
We're never gonna protect this trippy Tetris realm if you don't!
How to Make Your Money in Yakuza: Like a Dragon's Business Mode
Go from rags to riches with some proper management.
Ubisoft Connect's Cross-Progression Feature is Something Every Publisher Needs
Cross-progression is the number one feature I want from this generation.
Xbox Head Says Series X and S Have Broken Previous Microsoft Launch Record
Sales-wise, the new Xbox consoles are off to a good start, at least vaguely so.
Microsoft Would Like You to Please Stop Vaping Into Your Brand New Xbox
It seems like a pretty bad idea.
Twitch's Advice For Streamers Hit With DMCA Notices Over Recorded Music: "Stop Doing That"
The streaming giant's new response to a rash of copyright-related removals is seen by many as long-overdue and insufficient.
Halo TV Series Recasts Cortana With Original Voice Actress Jen Taylor
Taylor will be the first (and so far only) person from the games to reprise their role on TV.
Former WWE 2K Developers Yuke's Are Now Working on an AEW Game
WWF No Mercy director Hideyuki Iwashita is also working on the project.
Xbox Head Says Report on Japanese Studio Acquisition Talks Is "Not Accurate"
Phil Spencer says Microsoft isn't "out there with [its] business card" courting teams in Japan.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Is the First Thing You Should Buy on Your New Xbox Series X
We break down the reasons why Xbox Game Pass is an essential pickup now that the Xbox Series X is here.
Destiny 2: Beyond Light Releases Today. Here's What Returning Players Need to Know
Get ready to go beyond.
Sony Reportedly Discussed Raising Game Prices Above $70
It's not a new standard just yet, but that $70 Demon's Souls could've cost more.
Yakuza: Like a Dragon Review: An Epic Dragon's Quest
The Yakuza series treads new ground, finding its next legend in the process.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Is Getting 30 Free Days of Disney+
More than enough time to binge The Mandalorian or to watch 1986's Mr. Boogedy several dozen times.
Microsoft Reportedly Approached Several Japanese Studios For Acquisition Talks
A new report says studios big and small were recently approached.
Halo 4 Will Debut on the PC Master Chief Collection Next Week
The Master Chief Collection will be complete on Windows in just a matter of days.
Axe of the Blood God: The Next-Gen Console Launch Extravaganza!
Our complete breakdown of this week's PS5 and Xbox Series X launch.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Review: A Legacy's Burden
A fantastic historical setting is once again weighed down by all the cruft we've come to associate with Assassin's Creed.
PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Reviews Are Out, So What Are You Getting?
COMMUNITY QUESTION | Now that the dust has settled and reviews are out, are you picking up a new console?
The New Console Generation is Finally Upon Us
THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS | The Xbox Series X|S and PS5 offer two competing visions for the future.
Take-Two Is in Talks to Acquire Codemasters
The publisher could be picking up a new racer.
Bloober Team's The Medium Is Being Pushed Into Next Year
Horror fans will have to wait for next-gen terror.
Next-Gen Upgrades for Control Delayed to Early 2021
Remedy needs a bit more time getting Control ready for PS5 and the new Xboxes.
NBA 2K21 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X Is Basically a Whole New Game
In addition to getting a WNBA career mode, there's a bunch of other new additions coming.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Comes to Xbox Game Pass Via EA Play Next Week
Game Pass subscribers get EA Play on the same day it receives Respawn's Star Wars title.
EA Reveals Next-Gen Enhancements for Apex Legends, Star Wars: Squadrons, and More
They may not all have their own next-gen version, but they'll still get a boost on next-gen.
Xbox Series S Will Only Have 364 GB of Storage Free For Games
A large chunk of the digital-only console's drive is dedicated to the operating system.
Xbox Series X Review: Microsoft's Powerful Next-Gen Console is Still Lacking Its Killer App
Microsoft's new console inspires plenty of optimism, but it still has a few hurdles to overcome.
Starting Screen | We Don't Blame You If You're Struggling to Care About Video Games This Week
It's certainly going to be a week.
Yakuza Localization Head Says Next Step For Franchise Is Simultaneous Global Release
As Yakuza's Western fanbase grows, a global launch seems like the right call.
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