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A Most Famous Naruto Unmasking
Do you want to see what’s under Kakashi’s mask? Do you? For years, fans have wondered what was under the ninja’s cowl. Last year, in an interview with Shonen Jump (via Saiyan Island), Kishimoto was asked if he was going to show the character’s full face. “I want to reveal it,” Kishimoto replied. “I’m just…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 28, 2015 - Culture
Some Sweet (Official) Elder Scrolls Sketchwork
The Elder Scrolls Online: Tales of Tamriel is an artbook about a video game’s story, not the video game itself. Yes, it’s technically an accompaniment to the Online game, and yes, it carries its name, but by being full of fictional text and general Elder Scrolls-y artwork, I guess it can appeal to people who…
By Luke Plunkett Published April 27, 2015 -
UncategorizedGTA V Is Beautiful When You Just Sit And Watch
Not everyone who has GTA V on PC and is recording it is trying to be funny. The increased draw distance and improved lighting also makes for some very pretty transitions between night and day, as seen in this timelapse video by Tree Plays.
By Luke Plunkett Published April 27, 2015 - Esports
Halo: MCC eSports Event Canceled Because The Game Wouldn’t Work
Holding an online tournament requiring teams form parties to play against each other only works if the teams can form parties, and so the first round of ESL’s Halo Championship Series Open bracket was canceled over the weekend. Excitement was high for Saturday’s tournament, in which Halo: The Master Chief Collection teams from across North…
By Mike Fahey Published April 27, 2015 - CultureCosplay
Cosplayer Reacts Quickly To Terrible New Joker Design
The shitty new Joker was revealed on Friday night. Hours later, on Saturday, this cosplayer was spotted by Casey Ramone at Wizard World Las Vegas. That is some fast cosplay work. If anyone knows who the speedy gentleman is in the make-up, let me know! UPDATE: Joker is Mad Tony, a member of the Guardians…
By Luke Plunkett Published April 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
Valve Cancels Paid Mods For Skyrim
Well, that was fast. Less than a week after implementingthe arrangement, Valve and Bethesda have decidedto cancel their paid mods scheme for Skyrim, and issue refunds to anyone who paid for one. The deal, which would allow mod creators to sell their previously-free work on Steam (with Valve and Bethesda taking 75% of the cut),…
By Luke Plunkett Published April 27, 2015 -
CultureRude Whale Invades GTA V On PC
On today’s Highlight Reel we have bad synchronizations, whales that would make Douglas Adams proud, very helpful Bloodborne invaders 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. EA Sports UFC…
By Chris Person Published April 27, 2015 - Culture
Steam’s Most Popular Skyrim Mod Is A Protest Against Paid Mods
The best way to critique Steam’s new paid mod section? Turns out, it’s making mods. The most popular Skyrim mod on Steam right now is a sign. It’s a crude, almost sad little thing, with two whole sides of sizzling outrage dedicated to paid mods. “FREE THE MODS,” shouts one side. “No paid mods,” whispers…
By Nathan Grayson Published April 27, 2015 -
UncategorizedCustom Smash Bros. Moves Can Make Kirby A Total Nightmare
Kirby turns 23 today. Let’s celebrate the pink blob’s early twenties by looking back at the times he proved himself a worthy foe in Super Smash Bros. When I went looking around for legendary Kirby moments in preparation for his birthday, however, I ended up feeling a tad disappointed. Despite Kirby’s ubiquity in the casual-friendly,…
By Yannick LeJacq Published April 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
Even Gabe Newell Gets Downvoted On Reddit
To say that some people are “upset” about Steam’s recent decision to allow users to charge for mods would be like saying that the ocean is “wet” or that Konami is “clueless.” So when Gabe Newell went on Reddit to talk about it, things got a little… heated. As you surely know if you’ve ever…
By Jason Schreier Published April 27, 2015 -
UncategorizedNintendo Emulator Developer Passes Away
If you’ve played Wii or GameCube games on the PC, chances are it was because of the Dolphin emulator. Rachel Bryk, one of the emulator’s most active contributors, has passed away. Since the news hit, the community has been sharing memories and mourning. Dolphin is what’s allowed fans to see games like Super Mario Galaxy…
By Patrick Klepek Published April 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
Five Nights At Freddy’s 4: The Final Chapter Announced
Last week, people were freaking out about a blank image that they thought might be teasing a new Five Nights game. Everyone thought these people were crazy…but turns out, they were right! Via the official Scott Cawthon website, here’s a teaser image for the next Five Nights game. This one will presumably actually be the…
By Patricia Hernandez Published April 27, 2015 -
UncategorizedHero GTA Player Hunts Down Cheater, Makes Them Rage Quit
How do you deal with hackers that are dead-set on making everyone’s GTA Online experience awful? You return the favor by making their life a living hell, too. As any GTA player can tell you, GTA Online is full of cheaters who break the game. Pluxar is a player who won’t stand for that shit.…
By Patricia Hernandez Published April 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
The Final Part of Broken Age Is a Bittersweet Ending to a Great Game
If the first part of Broken Age was a game about family, then its follow-up is a game about what happens when you find out that your childhood belief systems don’t work in the adult world. Warning: Spoilers follow for Broken Age, parts 1 & 2. Broken Age, Part 2 is about rude awakenings. Shay…
By Evan Narcisse Published April 27, 2015 -
UncategorizedMario Kart 8’s 200CC Mode Makes Fire Hopping Useless
Ever since Mario Kart 8’s second DLC pack arrived last week, fans and players have been deliberating on just how game-changing the new high-speed 200CC difficulty mode truly is. Apparently, it changes things up enough to render “fire hopping,” the game’s most controversial exploit, effectively inert. Fire hopping was first discovered shortly after Mario Kart…
By Yannick LeJacq Published April 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
Minecraft Brings Woman Main Character To Consoles
For many years, Minecraft’s only default character skin on consoles belonged to a guy named Steve. As of this week, that’s changing. Soon you’ll be able to play as a woman, too. On Wednesday, developer Mojang will release a new set of skins for a lady they’re calling Alex (pictured in various forms above). Minecraft…
By Jason Schreier Published April 27, 2015 - Culture
Kerbal Space Program, one of the best-loved Early Access games ever, is officially “complete.” The wacky spacecraft construction sim just hit version 1.0, bringing with it a complete flight model overhaul, a heating simulation, and resource mining, among other things. It’s the game’s biggest update to date, apparently.
By Nathan Grayson Published April 27, 2015 - Uncategorized
My Five Favorite Kotaku Stories From Last Week
I’ve been listing my five favorite Kotaku stories each week since mid-January, and I’ve never had as tough a time making the list as I did today. Last week was stacked with an unusually diverse set of good stories. Barely any of them involved major new releases, but you don’t need big new games to…
By Stephen Totilo Published April 27, 2015
