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Steelbooks As Art

Redditor theblen used somemagnetic adhesive sheets to turn 28 special edition steelboxes into a masterpiece. Definitely beats gluing them to the ceiling over spiders.

By Mike Fahey Published June 25, 2016

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Machinima’s Transformers Animated Series Is Looking Hot

This is what the first official Transformers animated series for adults looks like. So far, so good. I’ve been a Transformers fan since the original series back in the ‘80s, and while Hasbro has gone lengths to ensure there are plenty of toys to please adult fans, the animated offerings have been skewing younger and…

By Mike Fahey Published June 25, 2016

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The Shadow Link Collection Takes The Legend Of Zelda To A Dark Place

Spencer’s and Nintendo have teamed up to plunge The Legend of Zelda series into darkness. The first official Shadow Link action figure leads an army of red and black merchandise to the mall retailer’s shelves next month, with a brief stop-off at the increasingly crowded Toy Time desk. Originally published 6/23/2016 I found it hard…

By Mike Fahey Published June 25, 2016

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Pokemon Meets DC Comics In Teeny Titans

Released this week for Android and iOS, Teeny Titans combines Cartoon Networks’ second-best Teen Titans show with the collect-and-battle mechanics of Pokemon to create something wonderful. A new toy sensation is sweeping Teen Titans Go’s animated nation. Heroes, villains, talking dogs and random annoying children are buying up Teeny Titans action figures and pitting them…

By Mike Fahey Published June 25, 2016

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This Week In The Business: Kids And Their Cash

QUOTE | “It’s six figures of big money showered upon teenage boys, what can possibly go wrong?” – Peter Moore, head of EA’s competitive gaming division, discussing the publisher’s approach to EA Sports, which includes helping pro players properly handle their winnings Elsewhere in the business of gaming this week… QUOTE | “We have put…

James Brightman Published June 25, 2016

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Independence Day: Resurgence Is Worse Than Bad. It’s Boring

Independence Day is big, dumb, and full of heart. The special effects may look a little hokey in 2016, but that’s to be expected. It’s disaster porn, but hey, it’s damn good disaster porn. The sequel, unfortunately, is a turd. When I was younger, it didn’t take much to sell me on Independence Day. Aliens?…

By Patrick Klepek Published June 24, 2016

Culture

Counter-Strike Player Sues Valve Over ‘Illegal’ Weapon Skin Gambling

In Counter-Strike, players can earn, trade, and sell cosmetic flourishes for their weapons. Over time, this has given rise to a thriving unofficial gambling scene. Players bet skins with real world value on CSGO eSports matches. For some, it’s a means of making an awful lot of money. It can also be awfully sketchy, which…

By Nathan Grayson Published June 24, 2016

Culture

What Are You Playing This Weekend?

It’s officially summer! Time to crank the AC and play some video games. I’ll go first: This weekend I’m gonna play some 35mm, which looks fascinating. I’ll also doubtless be playing some more Hitman, since I have a bunch of escalations and other Marrakesh stuff I want to get done before next weekend’s just-announced elusive…

By Kirk Hamilton Published June 24, 2016

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Inside The History Of Mother 3

The past few weeks have been a lil’ busy, but Worth Reading, our collection of the best games writing around, has returned. Let’s start off with a close examination of a beloved RPG that’s never gotten an official release. Hey, You Should Read These “How Mother 3 Escaped Development Hell to Become a Modern Classic”…

By Patrick Klepek Published June 24, 2016

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Little Witch Academia TV Series Announced

This morning, studio TRIGGER announced the television adaption of hit shojo anime Little Witch Academia. Yoh Yoshinari, whose work appears in Gurren Lagann and Kill la Kill, will return to direct the 30-minute episodes. We will update when a release date is confirmed. A sort of anime Harry Potter, the story follows amateur witch Akko…

By Cecilia D'Anastasio Published June 24, 2016

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Tips For The Steam Summer Sale

The Steam Summer Sale is in full swing, which means deals out the proverbial wazoo. Here are some things to keep in mind if you want to come away with plenty of games and a not entirely empty wallet. Check out this guide Lifehacker wrote a pretty comprehensive Steam Sale guide. It covers all the…

By Nathan Grayson Published June 24, 2016

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Over at Kotaku UK, Julian Benson conducted interviews about what the UK leaving the European Union could mean for game developers. Developers expressed concerns about hiring and their studios’ financial futures. It’s an on-the-ground look that’s worth reading in full.

By Riley MacLeod Published June 24, 2016

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Wolfenstein Devs Celebrate Quake‘s 20th Birthday With New Levels

Quake celebrated its 20th anniversary this week, and the developers behind Wolfenstein: The New Order released a new expansion pack. What?! Yes, I’m serious. Here’s a tweet from MachineGames, the folks who made the excellent Wolfenstein revivals The New Order and The Old Blood Quake is only $2.50 on Steam right now, so if you’re…

By Patrick Klepek Published June 24, 2016

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Thimbleweed Park Looks Like A Worthy Successor To Old Adventure Games

Did you grow up with games like Monkey Island? Does the name Fred Edison conjure fond memories? Do you often wonder whether Zak McKracken was underrated or just not very good? Thimbleweed Park is probably the video game for you. Designed by Maniac Mansion creators and OG LucasArts employees Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick, Thimbleweed…

By Jason Schreier Published June 24, 2016

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Oculus Stops Blocking App That Lets Vive Owners Play Rift Exclusives

Oculus has been under enormous pressure in recent weeks over an unexpected decision to prevent competing headsets from playing Oculus games, but the company appears to have reversed course. Games bought through the Oculus store don’t natively support Valve and HTC’s Vive headset, but user-developed piece of software called Revive allowed Vive owners to buy…

By Patrick Klepek Published June 24, 2016

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Inside The Grim World of Minecraft’s Prison Servers

Prison servers are some of the most popular game modes in Minecraft: every day, tens of thousands of people wade through anarchy, murder, and lots of grinding. It is a dystopian experience unlike anything I’ve ever experienced in a video game. Unlike most Minecraft servers, where you can jump into the action right away, prison…

Robert Guthrie Published June 24, 2016

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Tokyo Mirage Sessions Impressions: So Far, So Good

Another giant JRPG is out for the Wii U today. Is Atlus and Nintendo’s mash-up of Shin Megami Tensei and Fire Emblem any good? We’ve got positive impressions of the Japanese version of the game and video of the first hour of the Western version to help you decide. Called Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE in…

By Stephen Totilo Published June 24, 2016

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Upcoming Anime By One-Punch Man Creator Looks Stunning

From the creator of viral manga/anime One-Punch Man, the anime adaption of Mob Psycho 100 is slated for release on July 11th. And it’s shaping up to be just as visually stunning and hilarious as its predecessor. Mark my words: This is the anime you’ll be watching this summer. With an all-star cast of artists,…

By Cecilia D'Anastasio Published June 24, 2016

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Track: Someday My Prince Will Come (Live) | Artist: Bill Evans | Album: N/A Kotaku Soundtrack is a selection of the stuff we’re listening to – and gaming to – at the moment.

By Brian Ashcraft Published June 24, 2016

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The Ring VR Shows Japanese Horror Isn’t Easy

After seeing Japanese horror movie Sadako vs. Kayako, Twitter user Tatsunoru decided to make a Sadako VR prototype, starring, well, Sadako from the horror classic The Ring (above). In the demo, Sadako dials the phone, climbs out of the well and through the television, and then kills her victim. It’s easier said than done because…

By Brian Ashcraft Published June 24, 2016