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CultureCeleste Headlines January’s Xbox Live Games With Gold
I’m not the best at Celeste, but my colleagues’ love of it sure makes me wish I were. If you’ve been meaning to give this platformer a shot, it’s part of January’s Xbox Live Games with Gold lineup. As always, these games are only “free” if you have an Xbox Live Gold subscription. January’s Xbox…
By Riley MacLeod Published December 20, 2018 - Uncategorized
Surprise: The ‘Sam Raimi’ Suit Is Now In Spider-Man PS4
In a last-minute holiday present to Spider-Man fans, publisher Sony said today that it is indeed adding the iconic ‘Sam Raimi’ suit—you know, the one from the Tobey Maguire movies—to the recently released PS4 game. It’s free for everyone with a copy of Spider-Man There’s a lot of drama attached to this one, as some…
By Jason Schreier Published December 20, 2018 - Culture
And The Winner Of The Highlander Cosplay Competition Is…
Rascals are an art and animation studio who have recently helped out on games like Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales and Vermintide II You can see more of the studio’s work at their ArtStation page THRONEBREAKER: THE WITCHER TALES VERMINTIDE II
By Luke Plunkett Published December 19, 2018 -
UncategorizedTerrace House’s Perfect Couple Are Now In PS4 Ads
If Terrace House fans have been wondering what Shion and Tsubasa (aka the Greatest Love Story Of Our Time) have been up to since leaving the house, here is your answer: they’re making very long, strange PS4 commercials. Done for Oricon—think Billboard, but for Japan—the videos are for a variety of PlayStation games and hardware,…
By Luke Plunkett Published December 19, 2018 -
UncategorizedFrostpunk’s Christmas Update Does Not Bring Good Tidings
In Frostpunk’s frozen apocalypse, there is little room for festive cheer. Which is why the game’s Christmas update, which could have been a chance for a rare moment of joy in the lives of the game’s freezing inhabitants, is instead just another chance for the developers to make you feel like shit. The Christmas Carol…
By Luke Plunkett Published December 19, 2018 - ReviewsYear in Review
Heather Alexandra’s Top 10 Games Of 2018
Another year, another nearly one hundred games played. Between casual curiosity and work here at Kotaku, I go through a lot of games, from the largest AAA titles to innovative indie and altgames. 2018 was a good year for games but, alas, I could only pick 10 when it came time to decide the best…
By Heather Alexandra Published December 19, 2018 - ReviewsYear in Review
2018, As Told By Steam Reviews
Sometimes, you just need to howl into a void. Say whatever else you will about it, but 2018 provided us with no lack of voids into which to howl our agonized cries. Steam’s review section sure was one of them—and an illuminating one, at that. This year, Steam’s user-powered review engine kept chugging along, but…
By Nathan Grayson Published December 19, 2018 - Culture
What We Like (And Don’t Like) About Unlocking Smash Ultimate‘s Fighters
Since Smash Ultimate’s launch, a debate has been brewing among fans new and old: Is the fighter-unlocking system in Smash Ultimate bullshit, or actually super fun? Kotaku has gathered four Smash players, also new and old, to talk through their thinking on the issue. Cecilia D’Anastasio: “Everyone’s here” in Smash Ultimate. Wooooo. Wooo! Smash Ultimate’s…
Cecilia D'Anastasio & Ethan Gach & Gita Jackson & Maddy Myers Published December 19, 2018 -
UncategorizedSomething Ends, Something Begins
I guess everyone eventually writes one of these posts, and today it’s my turn. At the end of December, I’m leaving Kotaku. I’ll continue co-hosting the Splitscreen podcast, but that’s gonna be it. Starting next year, I’m getting back to my first great passion: competitive hot-dog eating. Kidding! It’s music. I actually never meant to…
By Kirk Hamilton Published December 19, 2018 - Uncategorized
Here’s Razer’s Xbox One Keyboard And Mouse Combo
When Microsoft announced keyboard and mouse support were coming to the Xbox One, it also announced that green and black gaming hardware maker Razer was working on something special for the console. This is that—the $250 Razer Turret wireless mouse and keyboard combo for Xbox One. Rather than design something completely new, Razer revamped its…
By Mike Fahey Published December 19, 2018 -
CultureKotaku Game DiaryIt’s Easier To Appreciate Classical Music When My High Score Depends On It
The holiday season is an excellent time to listen to soothing classical music. You know what’s better than listening? Playing it in Pianista for the Nintendo Switch, the classical version of DJMax. It’s like an involuntary music appreciation class. When I say Pianista: The Legendary Virtuoso is the classical version of DJMax, what I mean…
By Mike Fahey Published December 19, 2018 - Uncategorized
An Update On A Battlefield Trailer Quote
A quote attributed to Kotaku in a launch trailer for Battlefield V was recently removed from that trailer by publisher EA at our company’s request, after a miscommunication by both parties led to the inaccurate quote’s appearance. The launch trailer attributed to Kotaku the accolade “best of the series,” even though that phrase only appeared…
By Stephen Totilo Published December 19, 2018 -
UncategorizedInsurgency: Sandstorm Is Lethal, Gripping And Somewhat Uncomfortable
The first time I died in Insurgency: Sandstorm, I had just dashed into a building to backup my teammates. Watching a nearby alley, all I could see was dust and smoke. All I could hear were bullets and explosions. Then there was a crash and a gout of flame as a Molotov sailed through the…
By Heather Alexandra Published December 19, 2018 -
ReviewsYear in ReviewThe Biggest Video Game Disappointments of 2018
2018 was the best of times, and the worst of times. We’re here to talk about that second bit, though we’re keeping things focused on video games. If we went any broader, this would take all day. As we do every year at Kotaku, it’s time to take a look back on the highs and…
Gita Jackson & Mike Fahey Published December 19, 2018 -
UncategorizedBlack Ops 4’s New Specialist Is All About Sabotage
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4’s new Specialist is a game changer, countering and hacking opponents for some clutch plays in multiplayer. Since launch, Black Ops 4’s Specialists have filled the playing field with explosive mesh mines, pesky razor wire, and microwaving barricades. Games can often be won or lost with the assistance of Specialist…
By S.E. Doster Published December 19, 2018 - Culture
The Art Of Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse
Yeah, this is a movie and not a video game, but a lot of people who worked on the film have been doing loads of stuff in video games recently (or came from video games). Plus, pretty much everything here looks incredible and amazing, so indulge me. Below is a range of art made during…
By Luke Plunkett Published December 18, 2018 - Uncategorized
Overwatch Players Want Blizzard To Rework Mercy, But Can’t Agree On How
Mercy, bless her eternally-giving heart, has seen better days. Recent updates have made her less popular, and some players say her kit lacks excitement compared to other heroes—a complaint that’s followed Mercy for quite a while now. Longtime Mercy mains are ready for an overhaul, but they’re not sure Blizzard is picking up what they’re…
By Nathan Grayson Published December 18, 2018 - Uncategorized
Possibly The Best Player Camp In All Of Fallout 76
There have been a ton of negative things to talk about when it comes to Fallout 76. Last week, on the game’s one month anniversary, I recapped a number of them. But as I tried to relay in my review of the game, there’s good to be found in Bethesda’s multiplayer survival game as well.…
By Ethan Gach Published December 18, 2018
