Evan Narcisse

You’ll be able to sample some of NBA Live 16’s new gameplay modes for free next month. On September 15, a free demo will let players try out Live Run, where two teams of five play on famous street courts, and Summer Circuit, a co-op option where you’ll play against pros. Contact the author at…

Sega-published virtual idol Hatune Miku in Atlus’s Persona-branded dancing game? That’s one dead-on crossover right there. Contact the author at [email protected]

Maybe Bruce Wayne Can’t Be Batman Anymore

Alfred Pennyworth has finally gotten what he’s been wanting for decades: A Bruce Wayne who he won’t need to stitch up, worry over or be ignored by. Thomas and Martha Wayne’s son isn’t a superhero anymore. And the new Batman comic posits that he can’t be The Dark Knight ever again. Ever since the big…

Galak-Z: The Kotaku Review

One of the tool tips in Galak-Z says, “Death is just part of the circle of life.” That’s true. But, also: screw you, Galak-Z Galak-Z feels like how video games used to be. It looks simple but plays hard. You’ll keep telling yourself, “I know I can beat this freaking mission.” You can’t. Not at…

Rockstar has explained its banning of GTA V PC players affiliated with the FiveM multiplayer service, saying that it contains “code designed to facilitate piracy.” The full statement is below. The FiveM project is an unauthorized alternate multiplayer service that contains code designed to facilitate piracy. Our policy on such violations of our terms of…

Rez Is Still A Near-Perfect Video Game

I was perfect in a video game once. And that video game was perfected in me. See that up there? That’s the best I’ve ever been at anything in a video game ever. I don’t even remember doing it but there it is, perfect and improbable. Just like the game I did it in. Just…

Modders Say Rockstar Banned Them For Making An Alternative To GTA Online

Dissatisfied with the gameplay of the PC version of GTA Online, a group of modders built a service that let them host custom multiplayer variants. Now, they’re finding themselves permanently blocked from playing Grand Theft Auto V and other games published by GTA maker Rockstar. A small cohort of PC players didn’t like the online…

Microsoft has clarified that cross-buy functionality for games on both Windows 10 and Xbox One only applies to limited DLC options and not full games. Go here to read the full statement. Contact the author at [email protected]

Take a Look at Iron Man’s New Armor

Things will be a lot different after the reality-bending events of Marvel Comics’ Secret Wars crossover wrap up. Tony Stark’s still going to be Iron Man, though, and he’ll be wearing an all-new suit of super-armor. It sounds like it can do… anything? The next series featuring the armored Avenger comes out this fall from…

Marvel’s Civil War Returns, With No End in Sight

Superheroes fight each other all the time. Usually, they get over it and pound the real bad guys into the ground. But in the new Civil War comic, which is an alternate-reality continuation of a 2006 Marvel crossover of the same name, Captain America and Iron Man are ready to do some real messed-up things.…

Battleborn—Gearbox’s don’t-even-think-the-word-MOBA, shooty/punchy/slicey, half-caf-with-a-sprinkle-of-cinnamon, first-person hybrid action game—comes out on February 9, 2016. Contact the author at [email protected]

Superheroes Who Act Like ISIS Are the Stars of a Great New DC Comic

The first time we saw the new version of DC’s outer space super-team, they were broadcasting what appeared to be the live murder of someone who used to be a Green Lantern. One of the Omega Men slit Kyle Rayner’s throat as millions of sentient beings watched. Believe it or not, the Omega Men are…

Arkham Knight’s Red Hood Add-On Is More Bad DLC For A Good Game

The Red Hood wears a Bat-symbol on his chest but goes around killing bad guys. He’s a character that fans are supposed to love to hate. Too bad his playable appearance in Batman: Arkham Knight is so terribly bland. Story spoilers follow for plot points in Batman: Arkham Knight, including the ending. He’s the star…

You’re going to have to wait a little bit to play Metal Gear Online. Konami just announced that the PC version of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain will be coming out at the same time as the console versions. But Metal Gear Online apparently needs more time, and will come to consoles and…

One of the PS4’s best features gets added to the newest Batman game today as Arkham Knight gets Photo Mode in the game’s 1.05 update. Here’s what the 4.3 GB update includes: New Feature: Photo Mode New Feature: Force Original Voice Cast option for non-English Territories Support for August additional content Updates for WBPlay and…

Vega Gets a Shirt in Street Fighter V

A few weeks ago, Street Fighter’s Ken character got a new look. This time, it’s Vega’s turn. Goodbye, pectoral muscles. Hello, frilly pirate shirt. You can see the newest look for the Spanish martial artist in the video above, where he’s sparring against new character Necalli

All the Gears of War Games Will Be Backwards Compatible on Xbox One

Microsoft is re-mastering the first Gears of War game for Xbox One. And while the other Gears games won’t be getting the same treatment, you will be able to play them on the company’s newest home console. An morning announcement from Microsoft says that people who get Gears of War: Ultimate Edition this fall will…

Ten Things You Need to Know Right Away About Galak-Z

Galak-Z is a space shooter, which means fast reaction time and good command of controls. Galak-Z is also a roguelike, which means you’ll encounter randomized levels, enemies and loot. It’s damn important that you know that this is a game that looks like you should play it one way but is designed to be played…

Batman’s Butler Kicks Ass in Arkham Knight, Thanks to PC Mod

Master Bruce isn’t here right now. But Alfred Pennyworth is more than happy to take out Gotham’s trash. A month back, a mod for Batman: Arkham Knight lets PC users (those who got the game before it stopped being sold, anyway) play as a bunch of other characters from the Dark Knight’s newest video game.…

Nvidia Recalling Shield Tablet For Possible Fire Hazard

Last year, Nvidia started selling a gaming-focused hybrid tablet. Today, they’re instituting a voluntary recall because the battery can overheat to dangerous, fire-sparking levels. A press release sent out today says that Nvidia is offering replacement devices for the the 8-inch Shield tablets and that recall doesn’t affect other Nvidia products. More from the release:…