PSA: Switch Online doesn’t create backup saves for games automatically. You have to manually initiate the process by…
PSN is experiencing outages related to online gaming and social features. A notice on the official status page reads…
Twitch Prime’s free games for June include Strafe, The Banner Saga 1 and 2, Tumblestone, and Treadnauts. If you haven’t…
You Now Have Four Months To Lose All Your Switch Saves In A Freak Accident
Last night, Nintendo announced that the Switch will be getting cloud-save backups in September. That means you have…
This Week Is Prime Time To Farm Abilities In Splatoon 2
This weekend’s Splatfest isn’t just about deciding the better condiment (hint: it’s the red one), but it’s also prime…
Former Counter-Strike Pro: Don't Fix Matches, Timmy
Match fixing has been the end for several professional Counter-Strike players’ careers. At this weekend’s cs_summit…
PSA: Don't Start A New Game Of Zelda Without Switching Accounts
Did you know that trying to start a new game of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will erase all of your current save files?…
How To Solve The PS4's 4.50 Network Problem Until Sony Actually Fixes It
Last week’s 4.50 system update introduced a bunch of new features to the PlayStation 4. Unfortunately for some, that…
We're Hiring--Come Work With Us
Kotaku and Deadspin are teaming up to cover esports, and we’re looking for some fresh talent to help make it happen.
The Pokémon Sun and Moon Demo Is Out Now, And It's Worth Playing
Good news, 3DS owners. You can now go into the Nintendo eShop and download a small taste of the upcoming Pokémon games.
A Note To Destiny Players Regarding This Week's Iron Banner
Hi! It’s me, your favorite Guardian. Let’s talk about Iron Banner for a second.
PSA: Hang Onto Your Atlas Stones In No Man's Sky
If you have followed the path of the Atlas in No Man’s Sky, you may already be carrying a few Atlas Stones. While the…
Kotaku Is Hiring--Come Work With Us
Kotaku is looking to add some fresh voices to our ranks. Could that be you?
Greg Ellis (Jonny Rees), voice actor for Dragon Age’s Cullen and many others, went missing from his North Hollywood…
A Perfect Example Of Why You Shouldn't Buy Used Games Online
Redditor Vernm51’s parents couldn’t find a copy of Pokemon HeartGold for the DS locally for Christmas, so they ordered…
I Should Not Be Allowed To Own A High-Powered Laser
In a very special episode of Toy Time, I demonstrate why there is absolutely no reason to have a 1.4 watt laser sitting…