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Overwatch’s Torbjörn Is Getting A Nerf On Consoles
Jason and I aren’t the only ones complaining that Overwatch’s turret-builder Torbjörn is frustratingly overpowered. Today, Blizzard’s Jeff Kaplan told players that the bearded fellow’s annoying turrets will soon be getting a significant damage nerf on consoles. “In an upcoming patch, we will reduce the damage done by Torbjörn’s turret by 30% on Xbox One…
By Kirk Hamilton Published June 25, 2016 - Culture
What Would Get You Excited About A New Sonic The Hedgehog Game?
There’s a brand-new Sonic the Hedgehog game coming in 2017, with a reveal planned at a special event in San Diego next month. What could Sega show on July 22 that would get you excited about Sonic’s next outing? I’m not here to bash the Sonic the Hedgehog series. The past two and a half…
By Mike Fahey Published June 25, 2016 - Uncategorized
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 -
CultureThe 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 -
UncategorizedPokemon 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 -
UncategorizedIndependence 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 -
UncategorizedInside 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 - Uncategorized
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 - Culture
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 - Uncategorized
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 - Uncategorized
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 - Uncategorized
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 - Uncategorized
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 -
UncategorizedTokyo 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
