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UncategorizedAssassin’s Creed games revel in meticulous recreations of historical eras. So let’s see actual historians discuss the times two newer AC entries were set in. In this video, YouTube series History Respawned takes a look at Liberation and Freedom Cry as reflections of black life in the 18th Century slavery system.
By Evan Narcisse Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
Introducing ‘Pocket Monster,’ For All Things Pokémon
Between the games, anime, and strong fan-following, what can contain the behemoth that is the Pokémon franchise? Since the release of Pokémon X & Y, we’ve covered the franchise regularly—we’ve done everything from break stories like Twitch Plays Pokemon to posting all the neat cosplay the franchise inspires. It’s not enough. Every day, there are…
By Patricia Hernandez Published July 2, 2014 - Culture
It’s Not A New Okami, But At Least You Can Hang It On Your Wall
Okami might have gotten a new HD paint job back in 2012, but it was already one of the most visually stunning video games out there. Capcom, the game’s publisher, has made a series of prints with Dutch art dealership Cook & Becker to commemorate its enduring visual splendor and general amazingness. It’s not quite…
By Yannick LeJacq Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
Still on the fence about Tomodachi Life? Well, Nintendo just said that it’s made a free demo of its new 3DS sim game available on the eShop. Check it out if you’re one of those people who’s still not sure you’re ready to move on from Animal Crossing, and read our review here
By Yannick LeJacq Published July 2, 2014 -
UncategorizedI’d Take This Fan Animation Over Transformers 4 Any Day
Using a modded Laser Optimus Prime and a set of Make Toys’s custom Constructicons, YouTube’s Harris Loureiro created a stop-motion action scene that’s far more appealing than anything Michael Bay could put on film. Michael Bay had the Transformers for his movies over-designed to accent their alien nature and give them a more ‘realistic’ feel,…
By Mike Fahey Published July 2, 2014 - Tips & Guides
How To Get A Perfect Starting Boost In Mario Kart 8
It’s no big secret that in Mario Kart, you can start each race with a turbo boost by punching the accelerator at the perfect moment before the race begins. The question is: How do you get the timing right? The starting boost in each Kart game works a little bit differently. In Mario Kart 8,…
By Kirk Hamilton Published July 2, 2014 -
UncategorizedSurely The Most Awkward Way To Play Tetris
Do you love the game Tetris but wish it was on your torso for friends and total strangers to see? Well one lucky tinkerer has a solution for you! Tinkerer Mark Keger has outfitted his shirt with an Arduino Uno and 128 LEDs to create a very public and somewhat awkward wearable game of Tetris.…
By Chris Person Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
Airtight Games is no more, according to GeekWire. The independent developer behind Quantum Conundrum and Soul Fjord recently released Murdered: Soul Suspect, a noir-themed adventure game published by Square Enix. The GeekWire reporter found the studio’s Redmond, WA headquarters newly vacated, “with a sign outside saying the company is closing its doors.”
By Yannick LeJacq Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
An Ode to Link’s Hat
You probably don’t think very much about Link’s headgear when playing through or hoping for a Legend of Zelda title. But, no matter how things change from game to game, that pointy, green cap is a beacon that says ‘all are welcome here.’ A new illustrated essay at The A.V. Club covers the evolution of…
By Evan Narcisse Published July 2, 2014 -
UncategorizedKingdom Hearts 2 on PS2 Versus PS3
It’s time for a graphical throw-down featuring everyone’s favorite confusing mash-up, Kingdom Hearts. While Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 Remix doesn’t release until December for North America, we can already compare its graphics to the older version of the game. The video changes between the HD and SD version on its own, but you can also…
By Patricia Hernandez Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
Deals: Tomb Raider Definitive, Sony Pulse Elite, PSN/LIVE Update, 5TB
The Definitive Edition of Tomb Raider, one of the most popular games we’ve ever posted deals on, is down to $35 for your PS4 and Xbox One today. [Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition] We’ve had quite a few deals on the Sony Gold Wireless Headset recently, and mentioned pre-order availability of the white model, but today…
By Shane Roberts Published July 2, 2014 -
UncategorizedYou Don’t Want To Mess With Team Fortress 2‘s Spy
Fan-made Team Fortress 2 videos are getting better and better, reaching the quality level of Valve’s. The Winglet, a TF2 machinima veteran, is back with an angry Spy trying to take revenge on Demoman for his selfishness. A very serious plot (and flawless animation!) that perfectly fits into the Team Fortress universe. Your Eternal Revenge…
By Gergo Vas Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
How to make soccer more appealing in the U.S.? ESPN’s Keith Olbermann has seven suggestions. The last one? Appeal to kids who love soccer video games. “Baseball doesn’t even have the right video game,” he says. And soccer does. OK? Jump to 5:50 in the video here for more.
By Stephen Totilo Published July 2, 2014 -
UncategorizedLindsay Lohan Is Suing the Makers of Grand Theft Auto
The actress best known for her controversy-filled personal and professional lives has claimed before that Rockstar Games based a character in Grand Theft Auto V on her, without permission. And now she’s suing them. According to an AP report on Yahoo! Finance, Lohan’s lawsuit claims that GTA V character Lacey Jonas is based on her,…
By Evan Narcisse Published July 2, 2014 -
UncategorizedHatsune Miku’s 3DS Game Is Finally Making Its Way To The West
The popularity of Japanese virtual idol Hatsune Miku continues to rise in the West, giving Sega the encouragement it needed to bring Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai Remix to North America and Europe in 2015. With Project Diva F released for the PlayStation 3 and Vita and its sequel coming later this year, this next Western…
By Mike Fahey Published July 2, 2014 - Esports
Male-Only Video Game Tournament Sets Off Controversy
Women aren’t allowed to play Hearthstone in one upcoming multi-national tournament, and the gender discrimination has triggered a great deal of controversy this morning. The South Korea-based International eSports Federation holds competitions in various video games, split up by gender. This year’s games for men are Dota 2, StarCraft II, Hearthstone, and Ultra Street Fighter…
By Jason Schreier Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
Today’s selection of articles from Kotaku‘s reader-run community: Are Gamers Ready For A High-Tech Zelda Game? • The Difference Between Collectors And Hoarders • Horimiya Is Worth Your Time TAY Classic—TAY Open Forum—Beginner’s Guide To TAY Follow them here.
By András Neltz Published July 2, 2014 - Uncategorized
EA Can No Longer Call Dungeon Keeper ‘Free’ In The UK
British regulators have ruled that an advertisement calling EA’s controversial mobile reboot of Dungeon Keeper “free” is misleading and must be pulled. The game, which is free to download on iTunes and the Android store, requires players to make progress either by waiting lengthy amounts of time or buying in-game gems using real money. Like…
By Jason Schreier Published July 2, 2014