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CultureArk: Survival Evolved just got a big update on PC. It includes underwater bases, aquatic creature breeding, teleporter pads, and a total inventory overhaul. It also adds four new creatures, one of which is an ancient horse. That is to say, an ancestor to modern horses—not a very old horse. That would just be sad.
By Nathan Grayson Published March 31, 2017 -
UncategorizedYouTube’s Latest Advertising Changes Have People Worried About Money
Last week, big advertisers such as AT&T pulled ads from YouTube, inreaction to being matched with content that was deemed racist or inappropriate. YouTube has since said they are fine-tuning how people make money on YouTube in general, but content creators on the platform say their channels are being unfairly affected by changes they do…
By Gita Jackson Published March 31, 2017 -
CultureSpontaneous Battlegrounds Friendship Ends In Tragedy, Revenge
In PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ default mode, it’s every person for themselves. That does not mean, however, that people don’t form alliances. It just means that they tend to end poorly, sometimes with tears. CamCANTRUN highlighted a moment in which he became pals with another player while they were holding down a house they’d converted into a…
By Nathan Grayson Published March 31, 2017 -
UncategorizedOverwatch‘s Orisa Isn’t Living Up To Expectations
When Orisa first launched onto the Overwatch PTR, she felt like a formidable, deadly tank who could lead charges or back up her teammates in the worst of situations. Weeks later, after she’s landed on both console and in Competitive Mode, there’s been a consensus: Orisa isn’t going as planned. Before her release, the tank…
By Cecilia D'Anastasio Published March 31, 2017 - Culture
What Are You Playing This Weekend?
Weekends are for reminding yourself that even though the workout routine you just started isn’t super impressive, you gotta start somewhere, and getting some exercise will make you happier than lounging around. Also, video games. I am so excited for the PS4 Gwent beta this weekend I can’t even tell you. Playing Gwent against real people…
By Riley MacLeod Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
Horizon Zero Dawn‘s Cauldron Dungeons Are Incredibly Cool
Just when you think you’ve really gotten the hang of Horizon Zero Dawn, creeping around and hunting robot dinosaurs in the colorful open world, along comes a Cauldron to blow your damn mind. This week, after spending ~80 hours with Breath of the Wild and over 100 hours with Persona 5 (jesus christ what am…
By Jason Schreier Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
Five Thoughts After Playing Destiny For The First Time In Months
Over the last two and a half years, I’ve played more than 1,000 hours of Destiny. Over the last five months, I’ve barely played any. This week I returned to the game, and let me tell you, it is no small feat to climb back into a game you used to play obsessively. This week…
By Kirk Hamilton Published March 31, 2017 -
UncategorizedSplatoon 2 Makes Sure That Almost Anybody Can Jump In And Play
Splatoon 2 is a great time. Fighting as a squid-kid is fun and the game takes steps to make sure many people can enjoy. From new players to those with disabilities, games can take actions to help everyone join in the action. We take a look how in this critical video. Transcript: I think that…
By Heather Alexandra Published March 31, 2017 - Esports
Dota 2 Skin Creators Say Valve Is Ripping Them Off
Designers who say they are able to make a living selling outfits and skins for Dota 2 say they may need to get new gigs now that they’ve noticed an unannounced change to the game’s economy affecting their bank accounts. In a post on the Dota 2 subreddit, a collective of anonymous artists alleged that…
By Eric Van Allen Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
Put A Little Overwatch On Your Keyboard
Not only are Overwatch mechanical keyboard caps a fine way to show loyalty to your favorite character, they also help you remember which key does what thing. There’s a group buy going on over at Reddit’s MechMarket through April 2, featuring caps for almost every character. A group buy is where someone gets a whole…
By Mike Fahey Published March 31, 2017 -
UncategorizedLink’s Best Breath Of The Wild Outfits Are The Simplest
“Less is more,” is a common aphorism you hear about fashion. While it’s not always true, in Breath of the Wild, the simplest outfits are the most stylish. My favorite outfits in Breath of the Wild aren’t the “coolest” ones. That trophy can handily be given to the Guardian Armor, with its glowing Tron lines.…
By Gita Jackson Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
Hardware Maker Mad Catz Dies
Following a lengthy struggle with financial insolvency, gaming peripheral maker Mad Catz has formally ceased all operation. The company’s directors and officers have all resigned, and its assets will be liquidated. The company that spent nearly three decades pumping out PC and console gaming gear is no more. According toan official announcement released today, yesterday…
By Mike Fahey Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
Ghost In The Shell Really Bummed Us Out
Last night, Kotaku’s intrepid anime and snack reporters, me and Mike Fahey, saw the anticipated and controversial live-action adaptation of Ghost in the Shell, an anime we both love. It was, to say the least, an utter disappointment. We spent some time this morning sharing our thoughts on the film, and now we’re sharing them…
By Cecilia D'Anastasio Published March 31, 2017 -
UncategorizedA Hacker Dropped Yoshi Into Sonic 2, And It’s Amazing
I’m not sure what I love more about this newly-released ROM hack that lets you play the Genesis classic Sonic the Hedgehog 2 as Nintendo’s Yoshi. The incredible, detailed sprite work? The fact that the gameplay has been totally overhauled to use Yoshi’s eating-and-pooping mechanic? It’s just so hard to decide. No, I’ve got it.…
By Chris Kohler Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
Look At This $699 Witcher 3 Statue
How much do you like Yennefer of Vengerberg? Because as you’ve probably sorted out by now, $699 is how much this 22-inch statue of the sorceress by Japanese company Prime 1 costs. I mean, it’s a good statue. But boy, even if it does feature a “slayed Forktail at her feet” (which looks cool) and…
By Luke Plunkett Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
You Can Play Ms. Pac-Man In Google Maps Right Now
If you’ve ever had the very specific fantasy of playing Ms. Pacman on your neighborhood streets, there’s good news. The Google Maps phone app will let you transform anywhere into a playable Ms. Pacman stage. The process is simple. If you have the Google Maps app, all you need to do is open it up…
By Heather Alexandra Published March 31, 2017 - Uncategorized
New Zelda: Breath of the Wild Patch Fixes Frame Rate Issues
Last night, Nintendo put out an update for Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and their patch notes are just about the most Nintendo thing ever: “Adjustments have been made to make for a more pleasant gaming experience.” In reality, they’ve made some huge frame rate improvements. Whereas in the past, walking through the Korok Forest…
By Jason Schreier Published March 31, 2017
