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Kotaku EastWhy You Shouldn’t Trust the Final Fantasy XV Demo Too Much
This week, the Final Fantasy XV demo was released across the world to those who picked up Final Fantasy Type-0 HD. However, it’s important to remember that it is just a demo and not necessarily the same experience as the full game. I mean, look how much Final Fantasy XIII changed between its demo and…
By Richard Eisenbeis Published March 20, 2015 - Kotaku East
First Look at the Naruto Stage Musical
Maybe it’s good! There’s a big difference between looking at stills and sitting in a theater and experiencing an actual Naruto musical. But for now, let’s look at photos. Actually, I’m not sure what to make of this. Some of the photos look kind of goofy. Then again, others look very cool. At least the…
By Brian Ashcraft Published March 20, 2015 -
Kotaku EastTales of Zestiria Takes a Cue from Classic Literature
Imagine if Don Quixote was a JRPG and the title character really was fighting giants while everyone else saw windmills. That game exists and it is Tales of Zestiria Tales of Zestiria is the story of Sorey, a young man who grew up not in a village of humans, but a village of the spirit-like…
By Richard Eisenbeis Published March 20, 2015 - Kotaku East
Konami Pledges To Make More Metal Gear
The timing on this announcement is very, very interesting, don’t you think? I certainly do. Earlier this month, Hideo Kojima said Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain would be his final Metal Gear. Yesterday, it was discovered that Konami appeared to be erasing the Kojima brand from Metal Gear. There was concern that Kojima…
By Brian Ashcraft Published March 20, 2015 - Kotaku East
Hoax Alert: The Grandson of Sony’s President Didn’t Fry a Pistol
I’m not even sure that Sony President Kaz Hirai has a grandson or even a son for that matter. But I am certain that, despite Twitter claims, this is bullshit. In the photo, a young man is surrounded by girls who are pointed to the handgun he’s apparently fried in home economics class. It’s a…
By Brian Ashcraft Published March 20, 2015 - Culture
The Greatest Video Game Hamburger I’ve Ever Seen
These days, video games look better than ever. And if you need further proof of that, look at this highly detailed digital hamburger. This burger was spotted in the PC version of Battlefield Hardline by Redditorzlitter (via NeoGAF), and it might be the best thing about Battlefield Hardline. A burger this realistic is the best…
By Brian Ashcraft Published March 20, 2015 -
Uncategorized360-degree Waterslide Looks Like A Vomit Tube
The SkyCaliber water slide is opening next year at New Jersey’s Action Park. It features a 45-foot vertical drop that leads you into a 360-degree loop. Nope. I say nope for two reasons. The first is that I am a giant pussy who would throw up halfway around the loop and get the ride closed,…
By Luke Plunkett Published March 19, 2015 - Uncategorized
We Finally Agree About An Assassin’s Creed Game
Three of us on staff have a habitof disagreeingon…well, almost everything when it comes to Assassin’s Creed. So what happens when Kotaku‘s three AC fanboys sit down with the shortest, least-hyped Assassin’s Creed game in years? The unthinkable… …we actually agree. Well, about most things when it comes to Assassin’s Creed Rogue, which was just…
Luke Plunkett, Stephen Totilo & Kirk Hamilton Published March 19, 2015 - Culture
Rejected DOTA 2 Character Redesigns Are… Interesting
DOTA 2 hero Faceless Void is getting a visual overhaul. Today, Valve took the wraps off the final design. They also revealed a few other candidates that didn’t quite make the cut. Prepare to be amused. First off, Faceless Void’s actual new look: Looks good. Still faceless, vibrantly purple, and face-strainingly upset about both of…
By Nathan Grayson Published March 19, 2015 -
Uncategorized“Thug” League Of Legends Team Keeps Getting Big Suspensions
So, this is Rich Gang eThugs. They’re an Australian team that competes in League of Legends’ Oceanic Pro League. And, in keeping with the spirit of their name, their members just keep on getting suspended. As The Daily Dot reports, they’ve just received their third suspension from LoL devs Riot in three months, because, well,…
By Luke Plunkett Published March 19, 2015 - Culture
Concept Art From That Incredible “Space Whale” Short Film
Leviathan, a short film about some space men trying to catch a space whale, is awesome. So let’s take some time to look at some of the awesome concept art that went into its production. If you thought the film looked slick, there’s good reason for that: it wasn’t just directed by someone with Hollywood…
By Luke Plunkett Published March 19, 2015 -
UncategorizedSomeone Actually Beat The Ridiculous Mario 64 ‘Chaos Edition’
I cannot begin to fathom the exact reasons for Mario 64: Chaos Edition‘s creation. All I know is that it is patently, unpredictably nutso, and it’s not meant to be beaten. So of course, somebody beat it. Chaos Edition is a Mario 64 mod you can install using an emulated PC version of the trailblazing…
By Nathan Grayson Published March 19, 2015 - Uncategorized
Giant 42-Player Civilization Game Breaks Down, May Never Finish
Bad news, everyone: the giant42-player Civilization V game that was turning into the most enjoyable spectator sport of 2015 (at least for me) has broken down, crushed by the weight of its own awesomeness. A few days back the entire game—which as a reminder is an AI-only, 42-player showdown of absolutely epic proportions—ground to a…
By Luke Plunkett Published March 19, 2015 - Uncategorized
Shouldn’t It Be Called Blizzaga?
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By Jason Schreier Published March 19, 2015 -
UncategorizedIndie Developer Retaliates To Negative Video With YouTube Takedown
Jim Sterling is a game critic who isn’t afraid to throw a few punches. In this case, the developer punched back, prompting Sterling to call them “another poopbrain dev.” But this “poopbrain dev” is really pissed off and wants to fight back. So pissed off, in fact, the developer filed a copyright claim against Sterling…
By Patrick Klepek Published March 19, 2015 -
UncategorizedLeaked Video Shows What Phantom Dust Reboot Could’ve Looked Like
Last month, we broke news that Microsoft had cancelled the Phantom Dust reboot that was in the works at an independent studio called Darkside Games. As a result of this cancellation, Darkside shut down, laying off around 50 staff. The news has raised questions about the fate of Phantom Dust, a beloved cult classic that…
By Jason Schreier Published March 19, 2015 -
UncategorizedFinal Fantasy XV Demo Players Are Finding Things They’re Not Supposed To
The only thing better than a lengthy demo of a game people have been waiting nine years to play? Breaking it. Turns out, escaping from Square’s big bad demo barrier is actually pretty easy. You just have to, er, get hit by a car. Observe, in this video from Based Squall: After that, you can…
By Nathan Grayson Published March 19, 2015 -
CultureAsk Dr. Nerdlove: Help, I’m Scared of My Wife
Hello, Internet! Welcome to Ask Dr. NerdLove, the only dating column that comes to you live from the Water Gardens of Dorne. This week, it’s all about fixing unhealthy relationships and the need for strong boundaries. One reader is at his wit’s end with his toxic marriage while another wants to know how to tell…
Harris O'Malley Published March 19, 2015