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Borderlands Cosplay Is Too Damn Handsome

Handsome Jack, are you real? *reaches out, touches screen* I’m still not entirely sure. Jack is by Mary & Feinobi cosplay, photo by So Say We All, who posted this “before and after” shot to show that the cel shading effect comes from A++ make-up work, not Photoshop trickery.

Business Fish Approves Of This Cosplay

OHH! GOOD! For anyone tuning in who doesn’t use Facebook, Business Fish is literally the only good thing about Facebook. Cosplay by Rundaria, photos by Shazzsteel Photography

I Don’t Think It’s Legal To Do That With A Ladder

Today on Highlight Reel we have ladders, invisible chairs, NPCs that love trains, Call of Duty streaks and much more! Watch the video above, then link any of your favorite highlights in the comments, and be sure to check out, like and subscribe the original videos via the links below. Assassin’s Creed Syndicate – All…

BlizzCon Had Some Truly Excellent Cosplay

BlizzCon, Blizzard’s annual fan celebration, went down over the weekend, and where there are Blizzard fans, there are cosplayers. John Jiao was there taking photos of some of the best on show, and these shots—and cosplayers, dressing as characters from StarCraft, WarCraft, Diablo and even Overwatch—do not disappoint. Below are just a few highlights of…

Behind The Scenes At A Difficult Cosplay Shoot

Jason Laboy was getting ready for his next shot, in the alleyway he had specifically chosen for this occasion. He had his subjects—an impressive looking Batman, Nightwing, and Spider-Man, to name a few. Just then, a passerby walked into the shot, undid his pants, and started taking a piss on the alley wall. Laboy was…

Hot Warplane Art Dump

Antonis Karidis is an artist from Greece who has done work for companies like Ubisoft and 777. He specialises in images of military hardware, aircraft in particular. You can see more of Antonis’ art at his DeviantArtand ArtStationpages. To see the larger pics in all their glory (or, if they’re big enough, so you can…

For The Hatsune Miku Gamer Who Has Everything (Except This, Of Course) 

Hardcore fans of Japanese virtual idol Hatsune Miku have already picked up a copy of Project Mirai DX for the 3DS—many even picked up a 3DS just to play it. What they probably don’t have is the Hatsune Miku Project Mirai Complete box set, packed with music, movies and toys. Watch the video to hear…

Track: S.P.E.C.I.A.L. | Artist: Dan Bull | Album: N/A Kotaku Soundtrack is a selection of the stuff we’re listening to – and gaming to – at the moment.

The Week In Games: Nothing Coming Out This Week, Everyone Take A Nap

Nothing really stands out in this week’s release list. Oh wait, there is that one game… Of course I am talking about Superbeat Xonic from PM Studios, the folks previously responsible for the mostly glorious DJMax series of rhythm games. I’ve been playing it for a couple of weeks now on Vita, and while I…

Sunday Comics: Your Everyday Life

Welcome to Kotaku’s Sunday Comics, your weekly roundup of the best webcomics. The images enlarge if you click on the magnifying glass icon. Nerf NOW!! by Josué Pereira. Published November 3. Read more of Nerf NOW!! Awkward Zombie by Katie Tiedrich. Published November 2. Read more of Awkward Zombie Penny Arcade by Jerry Holkins and…

Elmo Versus The Jet Engine

Hope I’m not spoiling the outcome of this battle for anybody. In the name of parents everywhere, PowerModz strapped either the most delightful or most insufferable (depending on many factors) Muppet on Sesame Street to a pole and placed that pole behind the jet engine that was just sitting around on the back of a…

This Week In The Business: A 5.9 Billion Dollar Bargain

QUOTE | “…Activision got them cheaply…” – Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter giving his thumbs up to Activision’s $5.9 billion purchase of Candy Crush Saga maker King. Elsewhere in the business of gaming this week… QUOTE | “Another near-term initiative for Activision Blizzard Studios will be the development of a robust cinematic universe based on the…

Ask Dr. NerdLove: Can I Be Happy As An Older Virgin?

Hello, Internet! Welcome to Ask Dr. NerdLove, the only dating column that carries an unlicensed portable nuclear accelerator on its back. This week, it’s less about getting into someone’s pants and more about getting out of your own head. We’re going to be talking about anxieties and expectations and how to handle them. One reader…

The Dumbest Video Game Marketing Moves

This week’s terribly generic announcementof Paragon got us thinking—what were the worst marketing moves in video game history? That’s the main topic for this week’s episode of Kotaku Splitscreen, where Kirk and I regale you with all sorts of video game talk. Our special guest this week is Matthew Burns, a writer and game developer…

Track: No Diggity | Artist: Black Street, Dr. Dre | Album: Single Kotaku Soundtrack is a selection of the stuff we’re listening to – and gaming to – at the moment.

Track: Don’t Believe the Hype | Artist: Public Enemy | Album: It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back Kotaku Soundtrack is a selection of the stuff we’re listening to – and gaming to – at the moment.

This Oughta Be A Good Fight

Robin Florie is a freelance artist from The Netherlands. You can see more of Robin’s work at his personal site 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” button in the top-left corner. Fine Art is a celebration…

Miss Dragon Con? Here’s a 29-Minute Recap

29 minutes of cosplay video. Maybe go make a cup of tea or something and settle in.

One Man’s Journey From Fan To Cosplay Addict

In 2013, Cary Lee had zero cosplay experience. Two years later, he has a lot. He’s written a cool diary of sorts on his blog, outlining his journey from simple Halo fan to armoured super soldier. It’s a good read for anyone wondering how fast and easy it is to get hooked on cosplay!