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Culture
Duelyst Has Some Of The Best Character Art You’ll See
Duelyst is a very pretty little strategy game. So pretty, in fact, that we’re going to feature it twice here on Fine Art. In 2014 we looked at some of its environments, but today we’re looking at Christophe Ha’s (Overwatch, Diablo III, World of Warcraft) character design. There’s a definite Overwatch vibe to these characters,…
By Luke Plunkett Published June 17, 2016 -
CultureTwo Overwatch Ultimates Synchronize Perfectly
Today on Highlight Reel we have dancing dragons, ultimate Mercy sacrifices, bookworms, screaming barrel people, and much more! Watch the video then talk about your favorite highlight in the comments below. Be sure to check out, like, and share the original videos via the links below Watch Dogs – Check both sides – Elwanya Dark…
By Chris Person Published June 16, 2016 -
CultureCounter-Strike Weapon Sounds Spark Controversy
Valve just dropped a big Counter-Strike update with some good stuff (snazzy new knife finishes, an extension to Operation Wildfire), some experiments (CSGO Prime accounts now require lieutenant rank 21 in addition to a phone number), and some questionable decisions. The big point of contention in the new Counter-Strike update is a single weapon sound.…
By Nathan Grayson Published June 16, 2016 -
CultureCosplay
Overwatch Genji Cosplay Is On Another Level
I know, there’s been a lot of Overwatch cosplay here lately, but there’s just so much of it, and it’s so consistently good, and people are very much into this game, so whatever, deal with it. Today? It’s Fredrik Just and his incredible Genji outfit, which as you can see not only fits nice and…
By Luke Plunkett Published June 15, 2016 -
CultureSplitscreen
Podcast: E3 Day Two
Yesterday, the show floor at the LA Convention Center opened and the E3 expo got underway. Zelda! Final Fantasy! Gwent! And so much more. Let’s discuss, on another bonus E3 episode of Kotaku Splitscreen You can listen to the podcast on iTunes here, and we’re also on Google Play. (The RSS has been running on…
By Kirk Hamilton Published June 15, 2016 -
CultureCosplay
The Suicide Squad Are Here To Blow Up Cosplay
Photographer Jason Laboy managed to get the whole Suicide Squad together for this shoot. Oh, and Batman too. The cosplayers are: Dead Shot, Harley Quinn, El Diablo, Enchantress, Captain Boomerang, Katana, Killer Croc & Rick Flag
By Luke Plunkett Published June 15, 2016 -
CultureCosplay
Overwatch Cosplay Goes Deeper
Cosplaying as D.Va’s actual Overwatch character design is so 2015. Two examples! The pic up top is based on fan art by chexgirlfriend, while the cosplay homage is by Kitty Lappin Love how she even copied the off-centre text. But wait, there’s more. Here’s Vani Chu vs the D.Va doritos art:
By Luke Plunkett Published June 12, 2016 -
Culture
The Week In Games: A Whole Lotta Side-Eye
This pony is sick of your crap, E3 week, and your pitiful offering of game releases. And don’t give me that “it’s E3, so we’re getting plenty of teasers and new shiny stuff to look at.” Some of us just want something new right now, thank you very much. Here’s the slim pickings: Tuesday, June…
By Mary Kenney Published June 12, 2016 -
Culture
Sunday Comics: Idiot Strangers Online
Welcome to Kotaku’s Sunday Comics, your weekly roundup of the best webcomics. The images enlarge if you click on the magnifying glass icon. Penny Arcade by Jerry Holkins and Mike Krahulik. Published June 10. Read more of Penny Arcade Nerf NOW!! by Josué Pereira. Published June 10. Read more of Nerf NOW!! Awkward Zombie by…
By Mary Kenney Published June 12, 2016 -
CulturePersuading The Army To Turn Around, And Other Tabletop Stories
I asked you for your best, and holy crap, you delivered. Videos, quotes, stories—you provided them all, and I got to read hundred of submissions. From the tragically heroic to the hopelessly weird, your comments and messages showed off why tabletop games remain popular. I edited your answers for grammar, spelling, and length (you’re welcome),…
By Mary Kenney Published June 11, 2016 -
Culture
This Week In The Business: Or Your Money Back
QUOTE | “It is indeed a safety net for gamers, but it’s not perceived as some type of time-limited demo they can make use of – certainly not for our type of games.” – Slitherine Software marketing director Marco Minoli defends Steam’s refunds policy, saying less than 2% of the PC strategy publisher’s games sold…
Brendan Sinclair Published June 11, 2016 -
Culture
What Are You Playing This Weekend?
It’s been a super relaxing Friday, huh? Doubtless this weekend and next week will be chill, too. What better time to kick back with some video games? So, right, just kidding, everything is crazy all the time and E3 is about to happen. Still time to play some games, though. For my part, I’m planning…
By Kirk Hamilton Published June 10, 2016 -
Culture
Dear Batman…
Andy Timm is a concept artist working at Hi-Rez studios, the developers behind Smite and the newer Tribes games. You can see more of Andy’s work at his ArtStation page To see the larger pics in all their glory (or, if they’re big enough, so you can save them as wallpaper), click on the “expand”…
By Luke Plunkett Published June 10, 2016
