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It’s Tough To See Everything On Rocket League’s New Map
Rocket League received its first new map yesterday, and while the layout is similar to previous arenas, it’s got a completely different feel that’s already causing headaches in the pro scene. Here’s a wide look at the new location, Utopia Colosseum: Besides sporting a unique look, there are new sound effects to accompany scores, as…
By Patrick Klepek Published August 12, 2015 -
UncategorizedFew video games look as insanely joyful as Super Mario Maker, the upcoming level-maker that’s out September 11 for Wii U. Check out this new overview video for a look at customizable sound effects, Amiibo support, and other features in Nintendo’s latest.
By Jason Schreier Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
Maybe Bruce Wayne Can’t Be Batman Anymore
Alfred Pennyworth has finally gotten what he’s been wanting for decades: A Bruce Wayne who he won’t need to stitch up, worry over or be ignored by. Thomas and Martha Wayne’s son isn’t a superhero anymore. And the new Batman comic posits that he can’t be The Dark Knight ever again. Ever since the big…
By Evan Narcisse Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
Riot has concluded its investigation of the professional League of Legends player suspected of boosting accounts for cash, and decided to suspend him from the League Championship Series for seven months. Riot also found that he was negotiating “the sale of an unlocked account granted to LCS pros.”
By Yannick LeJacq Published August 12, 2015 -
UncategorizedThe Resident Evil 2 Remake Is Officially Happening
“You’ve been telling us for years that you want Resident Evil 2 to be remade,” said Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabyashi, “and we haven’t been able to make it happen…until now.” Maybe Capcom took a cue from Square Enix and the response to remaking Final Fantasy VII? Capcom has been teasing a Resident Evil 2 remake…
By Patrick Klepek Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
Divinity: Original Sin II Announced, Will Be On Kickstarter Soon
One of last year’s biggest surprises was Divinity: Original Sin, a Kickstarted role-playing game with a unique co-op system that blew Kirk away and took home a coveted spot on our GOTY list. Today, the folks behind Original Sin have announced a sequel. Developer Larian Studios have yet to share details on Divinity: Original Sin…
By Jason Schreier Published August 12, 2015 - Uncategorized
The Thief Gold HD Texture Mod has hit version 1.0 after a couple years’ development, turning Looking Glass Studios’ 15+ year old stealth-em-up a lot… well, I wouldn’t say prettier, ‘cause Thief’s universe is hardly pretty. But still, those are some impressive visuals. Might try this on my next playthrough. Dayshot is an image-based feature…
By András Neltz Published August 12, 2015 - Kotaku East
Mad Max Recreated with Vegetables for Dead Spirits
This week, one Japanese Twitter user Sativa_high decided to turn eggplants, cucumbers, and a bunch of toothpicks into vehicles from Mad Max: Fury Road. This was to welcome his dead ancestors back to this world. And what a welcome! During August in Japan, Obon is when the spirits of people’s ancestors return to this world.…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 12, 2015 - Kotaku East
Japanese Fan Comics Could Die Under New Trade Deal
“Doujinshi” (同人誌) is Japanese for fan-created, self-published comics, magazines, and novels. While Japan has strict copyright laws, doujinshi tend to get a free pass and flourish. A new trade agreement could change that forever. Doujinshi is a proving ground for new artists, who can create a name for themselves through their self-published works and make…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 12, 2015 - Kotaku East
Dragon Ball Z Toy Shows Why Fan Art Is Tricky
This is not official art. It’s fan art. Pixiv member Kanon Kamishima created the piece and uploaded it in 2013. This week, similar art was spotted on a Dragon Ball Z toy. The artist apparently had no idea. The art depicts Super Saiyan God Goku. It is not official, but has been widely circulated online…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 12, 2015 - Kotaku East
Attack on Titan Creator Wants To Understand the Movie Hate
The Attack on Titan live action movie is not very good. It stinks. And the manga’s creator, Hajime Isayama, wants to understand the reaction to the picture. Earlier this month, Kotaku reviewed the live-action version of the popular manga and anime. The movie has been poorly reviewed and received in Japan. “We’re receiving the various…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 12, 2015 - Culture
Nice Cane, Grand Admiral
Giorgio Grecu is an artist based in the UK who has worked for companies like Rare and Atomhawk. You can see more of Giorgio’s work at his personal site andArtStation page To see the larger pics in all their glory (or, if they’re big enough, so you can save them as wallpaper), click on the…
By Luke Plunkett Published August 11, 2015 - Uncategorized
Metal Gear Solid: A Celebration (And A Takedown)
Ashly & Anthony Burch (you know, from HAWP and Borderlands) have just written a book. It’s all about Metal Gear Solid. What follows is an excerpt. Called…Metal Gear Solid, it’s out on August 17, from Boss Fight Books. The summary: Before they co-created the hit web series Hey Ash, Whatcha Playin’?, Ashly and Anthony Burch…
By Luke Plunkett Published August 11, 2015 -
UncategorizedA Year Later, People Are Still Finding New Things In P.T.
Pop quiz! Did you know it’s possible to see Lisa, the disturbing ghost from P.T., in the basement room that you start the game in? I didn’t. While there have been some whispers about Lisa’s appearance in the first room of the game, actual evidence of her apparition there didn’t really start circulating heavily until…
By Patricia Hernandez Published August 11, 2015 -
CultureTotal RecallThe Nintendo Games Hidden In Seinfeld’s Apartment
All those years watching Seinfeld, and I never noticed this, sothanks to Tim Rogersfor the pic: turns out the media shelf in the background of Jerry’s apartment, which is mostly full of his old VHS tapes (like Navy Seals!), is also home to a few NES games. You can clearly see SimCity there (which is…
By Luke Plunkett Published August 11, 2015
