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UncategorizedWatch A Rare 1999 Shenmue Documentary
Via Gamasutra, Shenmue Dojo have got hold of and uploaded a copy of a very old Shenmue documentary, released ahead of the first game’s launch back in 1999. It was included on the first Dreamcast Express, a demo disc available only to members of the Dreamcast Partners Club in Japan. Even if you’re not into…
By Luke Plunkett Published August 12, 2015 - Culture
Are you part of a Steam group that’s doing something cool, ambitious, or unique? Tell me! I’m looking to highlight communities on Steam doing cool shit (kinda like this, though any game or feature can be involved), and I’d love to hear what you’re up to. Feel free to comment or mail me at [email protected]
By Nathan Grayson Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
Earthbound Is Weird (And That’s A Good Thing)
So I’ve been playing Earthbound lately. It’s my first go-around. A few hours in, I’m delighted and slightly bemused at how strange Earthbound can be. I’ve never played a JRPG like it. Mostly, it’s all in the writing. The characters say the weirdest things. So does the flavor text. Here’s the attack description for PSI…
By Patricia Hernandez Published August 12, 2015 -
CultureIlluminascii Is A First-Person Shooter Made Of Text
Illuminascii definitely doesn’t look like other first-person shooters. Let’s start with a GIF. Look at me kicking down that door! Isn’t that cool? I wish more of Illuminascii felt that good. I’ve been playing the new Steam roguelike FPS for about an hour, and I really wish it was doing more for me. I mean,…
By Nathan Grayson Published August 12, 2015 -
UncategorizedWe (Mostly) Loved The Witcher 3’s Endings
The Witcher 3 has had a bunch of us under its spell for months, but we’re at a point where several of us on staff have now finished the game. With our tears wiped away and the book closed on Geralt’s adventures (for now), it’s time to talk about the end. Well, ends WARNING: THIS…
Kotaku Staff Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
Game Mocks Pirates With Unbeatable Daft Punk Character
Developers can’t always stop piracy. But they can try to have fun with it, at least. Noodlecake Studios recently launched a mobile shoot-em-up called Shooting Stars!. It costs 2.99. Unless, of course, you pirate it. Then it’s free. Thing is, Noodlecake actually uploaded the pirated version to torrent sites themselves—and the game comes with a…
By Patricia Hernandez Published August 12, 2015 -
CultureGeralt Makes An NPC Magically Disappear
Today on Highlight Reel we have powerful magic, physics-defying ships, invisible planes, Destiny plays, 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. Destiny – My clanmates are idiots – Mat’s…
By Chris Person Published August 12, 2015 -
UncategorizedThe Greatest Video Game Comeback Of My Life
“This team sucks,” the Raynor player quipped once again. “I want to quit,” he added a moment later. All I kept hearing was: I have the power to make your life miserable for the next twenty or thirty minutes, and I’m going to. But I wasn’t going to let him. Once the game starts to…
By Yannick LeJacq Published August 12, 2015 -
CultureSentris, a game that lets you create music, is out of Early Access. Developed by my friend (and fellow music enthusiast) Samantha Kalman, the game’s puzzles task you with completing songs as you see fit. It’s refreshingly simple despite being kinda tough to describe. Read my thoughts on the Early Access version
By Nathan Grayson Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
The 20 Most-Watched Games On Twitch In July
It’s no surprise to see League of Legends and Minecraft on any list of games that people like to watch, but what about Runescape? Or Rocket League? Via Twitch, here’s a list of the top 20 most-watched games of July, by total combined minutes. Some of them are expected; others are a little surprising: League…
By Jason Schreier Published August 12, 2015 -
UncategorizedThe most viewed gaming video on YouTube is… a compilation of Cars 2 gameplay. There’s no amusing commentary or anything. Somehow, this video racked up 120 million views. Eurogamer’s story on how, why, and what’s happening now is an excellent read.
By Nathan Grayson Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
This Rocket League Save Doesn’t Seem Possible
I can only hope to achieve such greatness one day. FutureGrind developer Matt Rix posted a Vine of his spectacular Rocket League save, one that skates along the whole goal before he’s able to push it out and prevent the goal from happening. (You might need to click the Vine to get it moving.) I’d…
By Patrick Klepek Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
EA Drops Patrick Kane From NHL 16 Cover After Rape Allegations
Chicago Blackhawks player Patrick Kane will no longer appear on the box for NHL 16, nor will he participate in promotions for the game, according to a statement from Electronic Arts. The news was announced via Twitter. Police are currently investigating claims Kane overpowered a woman and raped her. Kane was meant to appear with…
By Patrick Klepek Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
Dragon Age: Inquisition’s Lightning Spell Still Kicks Ass
If you slam your staff into the ground so hard that lightning shoots out of it, it should probably feel pretty powerful, you know? I’ve been playing through Dragon Age: Inquisition’s new DLC The Descent, and it’s been nice to come back to the game. I haven’t played Dragon Age in a focused way since…
By Kirk Hamilton Published August 12, 2015 - Esports
No More Smoking Weed During Pro Video Game Tournaments
Are you a professional Counter-Strike or Heroes of the Storm player who likes to, as the kids say, indulge in the reefer? You’ll have to hold off during professional ESL tournaments, according to new rules posted last night by a representative for the eSport organization. In a post on Reddit yesterday, ESL’s PR boss Anna…
By Jason Schreier Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
44 Marvel Secret Wars Tie-In Comics, Reviewed
The second most-surprising thing about Marvel Comics’ big 2015 crossover comic book event is that it’s very good. These epics tend to disappoint, but not this one. The bigger surprise? Even the comics tying into it are mostly really good. That never happens. There are more than three dozen Marvel mini-series that tie into Secret…
By Stephen Totilo Published August 12, 2015 -
UncategorizedNow This Is How You Bait An Opponent In Heroes Of The Storm
When it comes to hand-to-creepy-tentacle-thing combat, Abathur is the weakest character in Heroes of the Storm. But that doesn’t mean he can’t do some serious damage when he’s on the front lines. YouTuber and Abathur player Brian Maum shows us how its done (via Reddit). Take notes, prospective Abathur players: (Note: the two teammates who…
By Yannick LeJacq Published August 12, 2015
