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A new Metallic Red 3DS XL will go on sale in Japan on August 27, joining the current line-up of 3DS hardware and priced the same as other XL units. No word yet on an international release. To contact the author of this post, write to bashcraftATkotaku.com or find him on Twitter@Brian_Ashcraft Kotaku East is…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
“We are still friends and working into doing something together, but that’s not going to be [Silent Hills].” In an interview with IGN, film director and producer Guillermo del Toro expresses his desire to keep working with Metal Gear designer Hideo Kojima after Konami’s cancellation of their project, Silent Hills
By András Neltz Published July 27, 2015 -
Kotaku EastAs Hospital Commercials Go, These Are Fucked Up
That is not hyperbole. I’m being serious. There is a very high bar to cross for the title of “World’s Most Messed Up Hospital Ads,” and these commercials seem to do just that. Congratulations! Note: This article contains content that some readers might find objectionable. South Korea’s Pyunkang Hospital is, as tipster Sang points out,…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 27, 2015 - Kotaku East
An FPS Keyboard and Mouse for the PlayStation 4
For those console owners who prefer a keyboard and mouse to a controller, there’s this. Called the Tactical Assault Commander for PlayStation 4, the keyboard and mouse can be also be used with the PS3. The keyboard has arrow keys as well as a “Snipe” key, a “Quick key,” and a “Walk key.” It also…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 27, 2015 - Kotaku East
Yet Another English Fail on Japanese TV
English is not an easy language for Japanese people. But you’d think that Fuji TV, one of Japan’s biggest television networks, would have a native English speaker check things. You’d think. Recently, the network broadcasted its annual telethon 27 Hour TV. This is one of Fuji TV’s most widely promoted specials. This year, it featured…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
Had Xbox Live issues today? You’re not alone.
By Luke Plunkett Published July 26, 2015 - Culture
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Manuel Dupong is a concept artist, matte painter and illustrator who is part of the Sense Collective You can see more of Manuel’s work at his ArtStation page and personal site 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 July 26, 2015 - Uncategorized
Stack The Pikachus. But Don’t Wake Snorlax!
This is a very cool toy. It’s also exactly the kind of thing I expect we’ll be seeing when Nintendo games finally hit mobile phones. Anyway, for now, this $20 Pokemon game (via Tiny Cartridge) is pretty simple: Snorlax is napping on a hammock, and you have to stack the Pikachus. Do it wrong and…
By Luke Plunkett Published July 26, 2015 - CultureCosplay
Hi. It’s Time For Cool Cosplay Photos.
We’ve showcased his work a few times here on Cosplay, but always as part of some other post, so it’s about time we gave kick-ass photographer York In A Box his own feature I love how all of his pics seem to pop, like the camera (and colour work) turns everyone into a highly-detailed action…
By Luke Plunkett Published July 26, 2015 -
UncategorizedSome Steam Accounts Hijacked Following Security Lapse
Over the past week, a number of Steam accounts—including those of some prominent streamers and DOTA 2 pros—were temporarily stolen courtesy of a pretty glaring hole in Valve’s security. The loophole—which Valve says was a “bug”—was fixed once the issue was brought to light, but not before many users complained of temporarily losing their accounts…
By Luke Plunkett Published July 26, 2015 - Uncategorized
GTAV’s Trevor Is A Pretty Good Joker
The the psychopathic behaviour, the lovable streak that endures in spite of it, the manic laughter…Grand Theft Auto V’s Trevor and The Joker are brothers from another mother. Combining a couple of skins—Ms7mido’sJoker and Play’n’Roll’s tuxedo—this mod only makes that official. The beautiful in-game screenshots (by berduu) are just icing on the cake.
By Luke Plunkett Published July 26, 2015 - Uncategorized
The regular Kotaku ‘Shop Contest will return at the end of August. I’m taking a break until the weekend of August 29, and I’m sure the last thing whoever they’ve got to fill-in wants to do is stare at your beautiful pictures all day. I’ll miss my weekend peeps most of all. See you all…
By Mike Fahey Published July 26, 2015 - Culture
The Week In Games: A Knight To Remember
It’s been around 17 years since we’ve gotten a new game in Sierra’s classic King’s Quest series. I’d say we’re due. Plenty of nifty titles arriving this week, but my eyes keep settling on King’s Quest, one of the earliest PC games I can remember playing that wasn’t completely text-based. The Odd Gentlemen’s new game…
By Mike Fahey Published July 26, 2015 -
UncategorizedFive Minutes In The Shadowy Forest Of Feist
I won’t lie, I initially only downloaded Feist from Steam because of how much it reminded me of Limbo, but it’s a different sort of creature. While it shares a similar look, the award-winning Feist is more action and less thoughtful puzzles, more immediate and harsh and less subtle menace. Still image evoke familiar feelings,…
By Mike Fahey Published July 26, 2015 -
ReviewsFinal Fantasy XIV Heavensward Log Three: Dragon Quests
Last night I fell asleep in my computer chair. I vaguely remember my hand slipping from my desk, the mouse crashing to the floor. The fearsome face of a massive white dragon filled my screen, a dialog box at the bottom indicating he was saying something about how my quest to restore relations between his…
By Mike Fahey Published July 26, 2015 - Uncategorized
Star Wars Build-A-Bears Are Packed With Evil Gift Potential
A couple of days ago at a shopping mall likely quite close by Build-A-Bear Workshop started sellingofficial Star Wars plushies, bear costumes and accessories. Let us ponder the evil gift possibilities. Build-A-Bear used to be a place I stopped by now and then when a limited edition figure from a favorite animated series was released,…
By Mike Fahey Published July 26, 2015