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A Face Only A Hardcore Avengers Movie Fan Could Love
When I was young, I would have my parents buy me multiple copies of trooper-style action figures in order to amass a cartoon-accurate army. As an adult collector, I think I’ll just stick with the one $239 Chitauri Foot Soldier from Hot Toys. The Chitauri. A race of aliens created to take the place of…
By Mike Fahey Published August 16, 2014 -
UncategorizedStar Citizen Teases Racing, First-Person Shooting
Every time I think Chris Roberts’ gorgeous crowdfunded space sim couldn’t possibly get any better, the folks at Roberts Space Industries release teaser videos for things like spaceship racing and first-person shooter modules. Most exciting for me is the upcoming racing module for Star Citizen, which adds what looks like planet-based competitive racing to the…
By Mike Fahey Published August 16, 2014 - Kotaku East
The Saturday Morning Stream Plays Hyrule Warriors [All Done]
While not out for another month in the West, Hyrule Warriors—the lovechild of The Legend of Zelda and Dynasty Warriors—was released in Japan this past Thursday. And since I’m here in Japan with my Wii U all ready to go, Fahey has graciously allowed me to stream for you all this fine Saturday. I say…
By Richard Eisenbeis Published August 16, 2014 -
UncategorizedThe Best Mega Pokémon In Action
We’ve firmly established that Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire‘s Mega Slobro is the best Mega Pokémon possible. Now we’ve got video proof. He’s shooting fire, spitting water and spinning like a top, all whilst being eaten by his own carnivorous shell. And, unlike his official artwork, he’s smiling while doing it. Mega Slobro is…
By Mike Fahey Published August 16, 2014 - Culture
This Week In The Business: The Feeding Frenzy Is Over
QUOTE | “All that [Xbox vs. PS4] feeding frenzy last year was interesting, but I think, and I hope, that it has run its course now.” – SCEE head Jim Ryan, talking about how strong sales of consoles make innovation easier Elsewhere in the business of video games this past week … QUOTE | “Steam…
By Steve Peterson Published August 16, 2014 -
UncategorizedWatch The New Toy Story Combat Carl PSA
Toy Story of Terror, the special that aired last Halloween, will be released on disc August 19, and will include a G.I. Joe-style PSA featuring Combat Carl. Watch it below: Via Crave You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku blog dedicated to the best gaming images, videos and GIFs online.
By John Struan Published August 16, 2014 - Uncategorized
Listen To The NBA2K 15 Soundtrack, Curated By Pharell
The NBA 2K15 track listing, as selected by Pharrell Williams, has been revealed. You can listen to it below: A Tribe Called Quest – ‘Scenario’ Afrika Bambaataa & Soulsonic Force – ‘Planet Rock’ Basement Jaxx – ‘Hot ’n Cold’ Black Rebel Motorcycle Club – ‘River Styx’ Busta Rhymes – ‘Dangerous’ Clipse – ‘Grindin’’ Death from…
By John Struan Published August 16, 2014 - Uncategorized
You Can Customize Your Assassin In Assassin’s Creed Unity
The official Twitter feed is running a Q and A this morning. Among the answers—you’ll be able to heavily customize your character, choosing from approximately 200 different pieces. Hopefully, they’ll follow the same route as Infinity Blade and let you order figures based on your specific character. You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku…
By John Struan Published August 16, 2014 - Uncategorized
Watch The 2014 Pokémon World Championships Live, Right Here
The world’s best Pokémon video and card game players from more than 30 different countries converge on Washington D.C. this weekend to vie for the title of the very best, like no one ever was. Let’s watch the 2014 Pokémon World Championships all weekend long. You don’t need to be inside the Walter E. Washington…
By Mike Fahey Published August 16, 2014 - Uncategorized
Pokémon Trading Card Game Coming To iPad
Yes, the one from your childhood. The Pokemon Trading Card Game has been playable online for a while now, but on iPad? That’s just diabolical. And yet, that’s exactly what’s happening. An official iPad version of the Pokemon TCG has made an appearance at the Pokemon World Championships in Washington DC. It first surfaced in…
By Nathan Grayson Published August 15, 2014 -
UncategorizedPeople Have Already Made Some Really Weird Sims 4 Characters
The Sims 4‘s Create-A-Sim demo is now freely available to everyone (with Origin), and here’s a little known secret about all people: they are completely bonkers. Want proof? Look at the bizarre Sims they dreamed up. OK, let’s start at the semi-normal (yet undeniably impressive) end of the spectrum to get ourselves warmed up. To…
By Nathan Grayson Published August 15, 2014 - Uncategorized
Konami Made A Handlheld Dance Dance Revolution Controller
It’s difficult to imagine why someone would want such a thing, but years ago, Konami made a handheld Dance Dance Revolution controller: Via R/Gaming and IGN You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku blog dedicated to the best gaming images, videos and GIFs online.
By John Struan Published August 15, 2014 -
UncategorizedShort Film From The Maker Of Mountain
Dave OReilly made the short film “Childhood” for Adult Swim. It starts off as something charming and then becomes something much darker. Previously: You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku blog dedicated to the best gaming images, videos and GIFs online.
By John Struan Published August 15, 2014 - Uncategorized
Come Hang Out With Kotaku At PAX
Will you be in Seattle on August 31? Want to hang out with four Kotaku staffers as we regale you with tales from the battlefield? Come to our PAX Prime panel—Story Time With Kotaku–-on Sunday, August 31 at 2:30pm in the Sphinx Theater. Tina, Kirk, Evan and I will take questions, tell stories, and generally…
By Jason Schreier Published August 15, 2014 -
UncategorizedCounterfeit Gears Of War Toy Line Called “Bionicle Of War 2“
The Bionicle of War 2 line of toys is surprisingly comprehensive, featuring Marcus Fenix, the Locust Drone, the “Cog Solrier” and more. Ashens.com posted a detailed review back in 2011: This video review shows off the figures and their comically oversized accessories: Via R/Gaming You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku blog dedicated to…
By John Struan Published August 15, 2014 -
UncategorizedTeen Girls Don’t Care What We Think of Kim Kardashian
A couple of weeks ago, I called up my 15-year-old sister. I wanted to ask her about a certain celebrity. “Hey…are you playing that Kim Kardashian game?” “Which one?” “There’s more than one?” I could hear her suck her teeth through the phone, I could practically picture her rolling her eyes at me. “You mean…
By Patricia Hernandez Published August 15, 2014 -
UncategorizedPlay League Of Legends As A Cuddly Monster Dressed As A Dinosaur
What’s sillier than the already silly League of Legends champion Gnar? Dino Gnar, the new skin for the character. Like the regular Gnar, Dino Gnar can transform into a fearsome monster: This video shows off his skillset: The skin is available now for 975 RP You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku blog dedicated…
By John Struan Published August 15, 2014 -
UncategorizedScientist Explains The Hulk And Captain America
Most superheroes aren’t scientifically accurate. That said, that doesn’t mean that we can’t let a biologist try to speculate how they might work in the real world. Watch as Stanford biologist Sebastian Alvarado tries to unravel the biological secrets behind two of Marvel’s top heroes — Captain America and the Hulk. Again, this is just…
By Chris Person Published August 15, 2014 - Uncategorized
League Of Legends-Themed Coca-Cola Bottles
Coca-Cola is selling League of Legends-themed bottles and cans in South Korea, where the League of Legends world championship will be held. Via Polygon You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku blog dedicated to the best gaming images, videos and GIFs online.
By John Struan Published August 15, 2014