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Resident Evil 7 Is Way Less Bloody In Japan
One of the most striking things about Resident Evil 7 is just how gore filled it is. It’s packed with chopped off limbs and sickening body horror. But it seems that the experience is a tamer in Japan. In a brief video, the folks at Censored Gaming highlight some of the more egregious changes to…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 13, 2017 -
Tips & Guides
Nioh‘s Sloth Magic Turns Bosses Into Jokes
Nioh has some difficult bosses. They’ll shish-kebab you in the blink of an eye. What if I told you one magic spell that turns them into total pushovers? I’ve played close to 50 hours of Nioh. I’ve slain brutish yokai and engaged in some pretty awesome sword duels. I’m a straight up ninja warrior. Until…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 10, 2017 -
CultureNew World Record For Beating Resident Evil 7 With Only A Knife On Hardest Difficulty
Speedrunners continue to tear their way through Resident Evil 7, facing down its horrors with no hesitation. The fastest runs are on easy mode and use special weapons. One runner cranked the difficulty all the way up and hacked their way through with a pocket knife. YouTuber and speedrunner Quizzle first caught the attention of…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 9, 2017 -
One Of Nioh’s Best Fights Is The Most Realistic
Nioh pits the player agains a variety of foes. Deadly yokai and horrifying beasts rage about the countryside eager for blood. The boss fights are often grand battles against monumental foes but the best are surprisingly subdued. Combat in Nioh is a fast and furious affair. It is full of shifting stances and last second…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 8, 2017 -
What Yakuza Games To Play After You Finish Yakuza 0
The best thing about Yakuza 0 isn’t just that it’s a damn fine video game, it’s that it serves as the perfect entry point for newcomers to a series that is thick on gangster lore. Once you’re done, the credits roll and you are mad for more Yakuza, though, you’re left with a question: what…
By Luke Plunkett Published February 7, 2017 -
The Things That Make Tokyo Feel Alive In Yakuza 0
Roaming Yakuza 0‘s busy streets is wonderful. It’s full of neon lights and interesting characters. Open worlds can struggle to find the right balance of character and curiosity but Yakuza’s Kamurucho district has both. We take a closer look at how the setting grabs player interest in this critical video. Crafting a game world that…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 7, 2017 -
Tips & Guides
Tips For Playing Nioh
The PS4 samurai action game Nioh is out today. It is really good. It’s also really difficult. If you want to play it but don’t want to spend hours figuring out how everything works, I’ve got you covered. I’ve been playing Nioh obsessively for the last week. I’m more than 40 hours in and I…
By Kirk Hamilton Published February 7, 2017 -
Haunting Rhythm Game Deemo Comes To Vita This Spring
One of the first games I download whenever I get a new phone or tablet is Deemo, a touching tale of love, loss and sacrifice told through a piano-esque rhythm game. PM Studios and acttil are bringing the game to PlayStation Vita this spring. I’ve been waiting to add Deemo: The Last Recital to my…
By Mike Fahey Published February 7, 2017 -
Rainbow Six: Siege Revamping Competitive Play, Deemphasizing Pesky Microtransactions
In a new dev diary, Ubisoft Montreal outlined changes for Rainbow Six: Siege’s second year. Alongside plans to revamp the roster of operators, competitive leagues will be restructured and cash-free loot provided to all players. Years in Siege have four seasons that add eight new operators and at least four new maps. However, some of…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 6, 2017 -
PS4 Is Finally Getting External Hard Drive Support
If you, like me, are sick of your PS4 telling you that it’s out of space, here is some game-changing news: Sony is adding external hard drive support in the next update. There’s no date for this update, 4.50, although it enters beta today so it’s likely coming within the next couple of months. In…
By Jason Schreier Published February 3, 2017 -
Some PS4s Have Become A Bit Laggy Recently
If you’re noticing that your Playstation 4 is a bit sluggish, you’re not the only one. Recently, players across social media are reporting increased delays when navigating the Playstation 4’s menus. Players are noticing slowdown on their Playstation 4s. Complaints center around lag on the Playstation 4 when browsing media or simply moving through the…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 2, 2017 -
Every Big Game Coming Out This Winter
Winter. The season where we cut open tauntauns in order to keep warm. And where we bundle up with a blanket, some cocoa, and games. Here’s a list of the numerous games coming out during these snowy times. This piece originally appeared 12/21/16. We’ve updated it with new release dates, including information about the Nintendo…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 1, 2017 -
Seems Like EA Is Mostly Done Updating Star Wars Battlefront
In an earnings call yesterday, EA offered more information about a new Star Wars Battlefront for the holiday season later this year. As the series moves on, this leaves some fans of the current game unsure of what the future might be. The next Battlefront title will let fans “play with more heroes and characters…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 1, 2017 -
Resident Evil 7’s New DLC Has One Of The Series’ Best Puzzles
Resident Evil 7 was a pleasant surprise that left me eager for more. Today, the first round of DLC was released on Playstation 4. Banned Footage Vol. 1 adds a few new challenges including one of the best puzzles in the entire series. It’s fair to say that I was skeptical of Resident Evil 7‘s…
By Heather Alexandra Published January 31, 2017 -
Everyone In Resident Evil 7 Has Amazing Teeth
Resident Evil 7 is my current gaming obsession. I’ve been blasting the heads of monsters and bravely running away from immortal cannibals for an entire week now. But there’s one thing about Resident Evil 7 that should terrifying us all. The teeth. Good Lord, the teeth. They are perfect. They are everywhere. Hey, you! There’s…
By Heather Alexandra Published January 30, 2017 -
PlayStation Players Are Harassing Each Other With Millions of Spam Messages
Twitch broadcaster IronPhoenix87 was streaming Call of Duty on the PS4 for a few viewers late December when he was suddenly pummeled by dozens of random messages. “I have have hacked your twitch beware,” they read, over and over. “Spam by https://spampsn.com – – -.” IronPhoenix87 was playing an open game and doesn’t know who…
By Cecilia D'Anastasio Published January 30, 2017 -
Tips & Guides
Tips For Playing Resident Evil 7
Resident Evil 7 is full of ooze monsters and creepy cannibals. It can be hard to get your bearings. Fear not, would-be victims. I am here to share some tips for making it out alive. Play on Normal You’ll initially have two difficulty options: Easy and Normal. There’s actually not too much difference between the…
By Heather Alexandra Published January 27, 2017 -
Reviews
Resident Evil 7: The Kotaku Review
Horror games are a difficult thing to get right. They can feel like carnival attractions, full of overblown scares, or have so little horror that they elicit nothing but eye rolls. Resident Evil 7 gets it right. It’s a scary and violent blast of survival horror that sneaks up behind you before plunging a chainsaw…
By Heather Alexandra Published January 26, 2017 -
Kotaku East
Today In Japan, Hundreds Of People Lined Up For….PlayStation VR
Wait, what? Isn’t PSVR already out in Japan? You bet it is. And yet, this morning, there were long lines at retailers across the country. The reason being that a new shipment of PSVR headsets hit Japanese shops today. Demand was so high at some locations that people had to line up for a chance…
By Brian Ashcraft Published January 26, 2017 -
Five Hours In, Resident Evil 7 Is A Bloody Nightmare
I’ve been sneaking and shooting my way through Resident Evil 7 for the last day and loving it. It’s a big breath of fresh air that’s pretty damn terrifying. Here are some early thoughts on what works and what doesn’t. There’s very minor spoilers below and at least one image of dismemberment. 1. This game…
By Heather Alexandra Published January 24, 2017