• Kotaku East

  Pokémon ORAS Is Really, Really Popular

  Did you buy Pokémon Omega Ruby or Alpha Sapphire? If so, you’re not alone. Loads and loads of folks did, too. Millions. According an official release (via Famitsu), over 7.7 million copies of the games have been shipped worldwide. What’s more, the numbers were especially strong in Europe during both games’ first week on sale,…

  By Brian Ashcraft Published December 4, 2014
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  The Original Wolfenstein Is Way Funnier With Real Physics

  Back when id Software first released Wolfenstein 3D, widely regarded as the Nazi-blasting grandpappy of the first-person shooter genre, I doubt they imagined it’d one day be turned into… this. Made by Broforce developer Free Lives as part of the Indies vs Pewdiepie game jam, Super Wolfenstein HD is a modern reimagining of id’s classic.…

  By Nathan Grayson Published December 3, 2014
• Culture

  The Art Of An MMO That Was Cancelled After NINE YEARS Of Development

  Erling Sævarsson is a freelance artist with over 15 years experience across games, advertising and film. He most recently spent six years working at CCP, on the ill-fated World of Darkness MMO, a game we will never get to play, but whose art we can at least appreciate. You can see more of Erling’s work…

  By Luke Plunkett Published December 3, 2014
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  Another Stupid Australian Retailer Has Pulled GTA V

  Following customer complaints, a second major Australian retailer – K-Mart – has pulled Grand Theft Auto V off shelves. This despite the game receiving an R18+ certification in Australia, meaning it could only legally be sold to adults “Following a significant review of all content in Grand Theft Auto Games Kmart has taken the decision…

  By Luke Plunkett Published December 3, 2014
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  Fancy Dreamcasts & Controllers Belong In A Museum

  The Dreamcast has four controller ports. I can think of no more perfect use for them than these four custom controllers. Painted by Oskunk, they sit alongside a custom Dreamcast console, which is nice enough, but man, I would walk over fire for that JetSet controller. And since it’s been a while since we posted…

  By Luke Plunkett Published December 3, 2014
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  Mario Kart Tribute Comes To The PC, Only It’s Kinda Bleak

  Nintendo will never, ever release Mario Kart on the PC. But the company can’t stop fans making games that explore the series’ inherent weirdness, and call their game Mario Cars 2: 64. Made in a week by Chelsea Saunders, it takes a good, hard look at just what Mario Kart is: a bunch of Nintendo…

  By Luke Plunkett Published December 3, 2014
• CultureTotal Recall

  100 Year-Old Nintendo Souvenir Is An International Treasure

  Erik Voskuil, who runs the excellent Before Mario, has a very special piece of Nintendo history in his personal collection. And no, it’s not badass Lego. It’s this promotional calendar, given out to advertise Nintendo’s card business. In 1915. And while the age itself is impressive, it’s the little touches reminding us of this bygone…

  By Luke Plunkett Published December 3, 2014
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  The Game That Made Me Realize I’ve Let Down My Family

  I didn’t go home for Thanksgiving this year. In truth, I rarely go home for Thanksgiving. I’ve been living away from home for basically my whole adult life—first just an hour away during college, now much further away in San Francisco—and I visit sporadically. Once or twice a year. Usually for Christmas. But as a…

  By Nathan Grayson Published December 3, 2014
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  Capture Pokémon In A Totally New Way On The Oculus Rift

  Forget about pressing buttons. In this fan-made Pokémon demo, you get to actually pick up the Pokeball with your hand, and throw it at the Pokemon you want to capture. Whoa. It’s not the most robust thing—battle animations are limited, and we only see one encounter from the same angle. And why is Magnemite hiding…

  By Patricia Hernandez Published December 3, 2014
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  Swamp Things Comes To Infinite Crisis With A Familiar Voice

  On December 17 DC Universe-themed MOBA Infinite Crisis goes green with a visit from Dr. Alec Holland, better known as the Swamp Thing. Voicing the guardian of the green is none other than Lieutenant Commander Worf, worst father in the history of Starfleet. A nature-powered Enforcer, Swamp Thing promises to be a huge pain-in-the-ass for…

  By Mike Fahey Published December 3, 2014
• Esports

  YouPorn Now Has An eSports Team

  Spanish eSports team Play2Win, who play DOTA 2, League of Legends and Hearthstone, will no longer be known as Play2Win. Instead, they’ll be known as Team YP. Or, Team YouPorn. The online porn giant has been trying to get into the eSports business for a while now, but was having trouble with the fact its…

  By Luke Plunkett Published December 3, 2014
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  Have You Learned Nothing, Drowning Ghost Sim?

  Drown once, shame on me. But drowning twice? via Reddit

  By Yannick LeJacq Published December 3, 2014
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  Great Gaming Gifts for $30 and Under

  It’s that time of year. The time of Secret Santa, Hidden Hanukkah and Cryptic Kwanzaa celebrations, which means you might be tasked with getting gifts on a budget. We’ve got a few suggestions for that should keep both your wallet and favorite video game lovers happy. Turtle Beach Ear Force P4c Headset Communication is key…

  By Evan Narcisse Published December 3, 2014
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  Microsoft Is Late On Paying Xbox Indie Developers (Again) [UPDATE]

  For a very long time, the Xbox 360’s indie marketplace has been something of a wild west for small game developers, a place where it’s nearly impossible for a good game to stand out. Apparently it’s nearly impossible to get paid on time, too. This afternoon, a Destructoid community member put up a blog alleging…

  By Jason Schreier Published December 3, 2014
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  Two-Year-Old Superman Was A Complete Nightmare

  A normal two year old is a force to be reckoned with. A two year old with superhuman abilities fueled by our planet’s yellow sun? It’s a miracle Ma and Pa Kent survived. Warning: Video will auto-play. The Nerdist treads on familiar ground with its latest video, “Superman – Terrible Twos.” Kyle Baker explored the…

  By Mike Fahey Published December 3, 2014
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  Culture

  GTA V Has A Drinking Problem

  In today’s Highlight Reel we have some great shots in Battlefield, the randomness of Far Cry 4, and a new way to drink courtesy of Michael in Grand Theft Auto V Watch the video above, then link any of your favorite highlights in the comments, and be sure to check out, like and subscribe the…

  By Chris Person Published December 3, 2014
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  You Probably Missed Pokémon’s New Ghost Girl

  Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire’s creepiest moment happens so fast, most players probably miss it. You’ve likely heard about Pokémon X & Y’s “ghost girl,” that unsettling incident that happens with a weirdly-animated Hex Maniac character. This is different. When you tackle the Elite Four, Pokémon’s version of final bosses, one of the trainers…

  By Patricia Hernandez Published December 3, 2014
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  Dragon Age Cheats Let You Have Naked Party Members

  Savvy players have been busy since the release of Dragon Age: Inquisition. Some people have found ways to modify the game using special tools, and naturally, one of the things people came up with was a way to get some more nudity in there. That’s not the only thing, of course. Players using programs such…

  By Patricia Hernandez Published December 3, 2014
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  Another Shot at Black Friday PS4 Prices, Game of Thrones Season 4

  If you missed the numerous options to save on a PS4 during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you can grab the Grand Theft Auto V/Last of Us Bundle for $400 with the PS4 camera thrown in for good measure. [PS4] The Logitech G700s is the most popular mouse we’ve ever listed, one of your top…

  By Shane Roberts Published December 3, 2014
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  The PlayStation 20th Anniversary Theme Brings Back A Familiar Sound

  Currently available as a free download on the European PlayStation Store, the PlayStation 20th Anniversary theme for the PS4, PS3 and Vita adds a little PSone to the sound mix. The PlayStation is 20 years old today, and while startup and menu music has come along way in two decades, there’s just something about that…

  By Mike Fahey Published December 3, 2014