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UncategorizedSomething Ends, Something Begins
I guess everyone eventually writes one of these posts, and today it’s my turn. At the end of December, I’m leaving Kotaku. I’ll continue co-hosting the Splitscreen podcast, but that’s gonna be it. Starting next year, I’m getting back to my first great passion: competitive hot-dog eating. Kidding! It’s music. I actually never meant to…
By Kirk Hamilton Published December 19, 2018 - Uncategorized
Here’s Razer’s Xbox One Keyboard And Mouse Combo
When Microsoft announced keyboard and mouse support were coming to the Xbox One, it also announced that green and black gaming hardware maker Razer was working on something special for the console. This is that—the $250 Razer Turret wireless mouse and keyboard combo for Xbox One. Rather than design something completely new, Razer revamped its…
By Mike Fahey Published December 19, 2018 -
CultureKotaku Game DiaryIt’s Easier To Appreciate Classical Music When My High Score Depends On It
The holiday season is an excellent time to listen to soothing classical music. You know what’s better than listening? Playing it in Pianista for the Nintendo Switch, the classical version of DJMax. It’s like an involuntary music appreciation class. When I say Pianista: The Legendary Virtuoso is the classical version of DJMax, what I mean…
By Mike Fahey Published December 19, 2018 - Uncategorized
An Update On A Battlefield Trailer Quote
A quote attributed to Kotaku in a launch trailer for Battlefield V was recently removed from that trailer by publisher EA at our company’s request, after a miscommunication by both parties led to the inaccurate quote’s appearance. The launch trailer attributed to Kotaku the accolade “best of the series,” even though that phrase only appeared…
By Stephen Totilo Published December 19, 2018 -
UncategorizedInsurgency: Sandstorm Is Lethal, Gripping And Somewhat Uncomfortable
The first time I died in Insurgency: Sandstorm, I had just dashed into a building to backup my teammates. Watching a nearby alley, all I could see was dust and smoke. All I could hear were bullets and explosions. Then there was a crash and a gout of flame as a Molotov sailed through the…
By Heather Alexandra Published December 19, 2018 -
ReviewsYear in ReviewThe Biggest Video Game Disappointments of 2018
2018 was the best of times, and the worst of times. We’re here to talk about that second bit, though we’re keeping things focused on video games. If we went any broader, this would take all day. As we do every year at Kotaku, it’s time to take a look back on the highs and…
Gita Jackson & Mike Fahey Published December 19, 2018 -
UncategorizedBlack Ops 4’s New Specialist Is All About Sabotage
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4’s new Specialist is a game changer, countering and hacking opponents for some clutch plays in multiplayer. Since launch, Black Ops 4’s Specialists have filled the playing field with explosive mesh mines, pesky razor wire, and microwaving barricades. Games can often be won or lost with the assistance of Specialist…
By S.E. Doster Published December 19, 2018 - Culture
The Art Of Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse
Yeah, this is a movie and not a video game, but a lot of people who worked on the film have been doing loads of stuff in video games recently (or came from video games). Plus, pretty much everything here looks incredible and amazing, so indulge me. Below is a range of art made during…
By Luke Plunkett Published December 18, 2018 - Uncategorized
Overwatch Players Want Blizzard To Rework Mercy, But Can’t Agree On How
Mercy, bless her eternally-giving heart, has seen better days. Recent updates have made her less popular, and some players say her kit lacks excitement compared to other heroes—a complaint that’s followed Mercy for quite a while now. Longtime Mercy mains are ready for an overhaul, but they’re not sure Blizzard is picking up what they’re…
By Nathan Grayson Published December 18, 2018 - Uncategorized
Possibly The Best Player Camp In All Of Fallout 76
There have been a ton of negative things to talk about when it comes to Fallout 76. Last week, on the game’s one month anniversary, I recapped a number of them. But as I tried to relay in my review of the game, there’s good to be found in Bethesda’s multiplayer survival game as well.…
By Ethan Gach Published December 18, 2018 - Culture
The 64DD Was One Of Nintendo’s Oddest Experiments
Switch Online is Nintendo’s first paid online gaming service, right? Nope. In 1999, Nintendo added the Internet to its Nintendo 64 hardware, by way of a disk drive add-on called the 64DD. It’s one of the company’s most interesting failures. Yes, it’s time once again for Complete In Box, our show that takes a look…
By Chris Kohler Published December 18, 2018 - Uncategorized
Instagram sensation Backpack Kid has announced he’s suing the makers of Fortnite for ripping off his dance to create its super popular flossing emote. He joins the ranks of actor Alfonso Ribeiro and rapper 2 Milly who are also suing the studio for stealing their signature dances as well.
By Ethan Gach Published December 18, 2018 - ReviewsYear in Review
Kirk Hamilton’s Top 10 Games Of 2018
There were loads of good video games in 2018, and I sure played a lot of them. I usually write these lists with a tinge of regret; regret over the no-doubt good games that I didn’t make time for, and regret that my list won’t include games I would’ve added had I made the time.…
By Kirk Hamilton Published December 18, 2018 - CultureKotaku Game Diary
I Love Smash Ultimate’s Much-Maligned World Of Light
While most of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate players on our staff are busy beating the living crap out of friends, family and random strangers, I’m having fun making my way through the game’s World of Light adventure mode. While our review called the side mode “unnecessarily involved,” juggling stats, skill points and power-ups is…
By Mike Fahey Published December 18, 2018 -
UncategorizedBattlefield V Devs Roll Back Unpopular Weapon Changes
EA Dice is reverting unpopular changes to Battlefield V after strong negative reaction from some players. The changes, which were meant to slow down the game and increase how long it takes to kill other players, got implemented a little less than one week ago. The recent update involved Battlefield V making adjustments to the…
By Heather Alexandra Published December 18, 2018 -
ReviewsYear in ReviewThe Best Video Game Surprises of 2018
It’s that time again: time to take stock of the year that was 2018. We’ll start with the nice stuff. We do this every year here at Kotaku. (See: the biggest surprises of 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017) We’ll post the biggest disappointments of 2018 later this week. Shadow Of The Tomb Raider…
Mike Fahey & Gita Jackson Published December 18, 2018
