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When The Perfect Video Game Just Sneaks Up On You

Kirk got to see it briefly last year, but between then and now, I’d forgotten all about Valiant Hearts. I am an idiot. This is exactly the kind of game my inner self wishes someone could actually make, and here they are, actually making it. A handful of Ubisoft developers working not on Assassin’s Creed…

Game of Thrones‘ Producers Aren’t Listening To You, And That’s A Problem

Game of Thrones has been dominating the headlines recently, and not necessarily for all the right reasons. The incredibly intricate fantasy saga is still a riveting watch every week, but it’s also been accused of excessive depictions of rape and a few other, more minor infractions. The show’s producers, however, make it general policy to…

New PS4 Game Has A Very Stupid “Upgrade”

Driveclub is an upcoming PS4 racing game that, in the absence of a next-gen Gran Turismo, is something a lot of people are looking forward. Just be careful which version you buy. To help lure you in, a “free” copy of the game is being made available to PlayStation Plus subscribers. It’s obviously scaled down,…

There Are Things Worse Than Death In Video Games

There’s a fine line any artist walks when trying to titillate and terrify at the same time. But making video games scary is especially tricky. Repetitive behavior—even when that behavior is running and hiding from flesh-eating monsters—doesn’t mesh all that well with the spontaneity required to make someone jump out of their seat. That, and…

Plush Journey Doll

Plush Journey doll made by Jacquelline. You are now looking at Screenburn, a Kotaku blog dedicated to the best gaming images, videos and GIFs online.

OK, This Oculus Rift Business Is Getting Out Of Control

There’s totally a chance that Birdly, a device which simulates flying like a bird, could be an amazing experience. But that doesn’t make this elaborate set-up, which includes a fan, a scent machine, and the Oculus Rift, any less ridiculous (in a good way). I mean, look at this thing. Don’t get me wrong, I…

Watch Dogs Isn’t Out, But It’s Already Getting The Minecraft Treatment

Watch Dogs might not be out yet, but that sort of thing never stops Minecraft players. Minecraft players will recreate everything, remember? Including, yes, trailers. This recreation of the dramatic reveal of Watch Dogs comes from Sky Does Minecraft, and it’s pretty good: The original trailer, for comparison’s sake: And now to wait for the…

The 7th Guest Takes Another Stab At Crowdfunding A Sequel

Back in the early days of CD-ROM technology, there were two games everybody had to have — Myst and The 7th Guest. Myst‘s legacy lives on, but the horror puzzles of The 7th Guest and it’s sequel, The 11th Hour, haven’t gotten the same love. Perhaps The 7th Guest 3 can help, if its second…

I Didn’t Think This Nuclear Throne Challenge Was Possible

Vlambeer’s Rami Ismail accidentally inspired a Nuclear Throne challenge, to beat the current version of the game using only the pistol. 10 hours after it was officially proposed, Wizard_Amul did it. If you aren’t familiar with the game, it’s currently available in Early Access on Steam, for PC and Mac currently with, consoles coming later.…

I’m Going To Bake A Million Cookies In Baking Simulator 2014

Caution: Do not follow recipies from Baking Simulator 2014 in real life YouTuber It’s Cowfoot took a look at this silly Ludum Dare game by Sam Oates, which you can play for yourself here Watchlist is where we show off gameplay of new and upcoming games You’ll see some videos that aren’t on the front…

Woman Puts Deus Ex On Computer Chip In Her Hand

Zoe Quinn doesn’t just make heartfelt, experimental games like Depression Quest.She’s also pretty set on becoming a cyborg, judging from the cyberpunk as hell implants she’s gotten over the last couple of years. (Update: full disclosure, Quinn and I are friends.) On her left ring finger, she has a magnet which is coated in silicone.…

Don’t Starve, an indie game best known for its punishing single player experience, is getting a free multiplayer add-on this summer, developer Klei Entertainment announced today. It’s just called Don’t Starve Together. So far it’s only been confirmed for PC. And while its free for current owners, the extra mode will raise the game’s price…

22 Years Of Mario Kart In Under Two Minutes

Mario Kart 8 is almost upon us. But before we all get too carried away with all the awesome new features like anti-gravity and next-gen mustaches, let’s pause for a moment to reflect on the long, eventful life of this wonderful series. Nintendo offered up a history lesson today in a short video that sums…

Minecraft Creation Is Mathematically Beautiful

Mobius strips are enough of a head trip on their own. Now imagine trying to make one in Minecraft. I mean, the game is literally made of blocks. You’d think that its inherent chunkiness would turn it into a Sisyphean endeavor. That hasn’t stopped many a brave soul from trying. This latest feat, posted with…

Rovio’s Answer To Flappy Bird Is A Whole New Level Of Frustrating

The incredibly addictive Flappy Bird captivated mobile gamers with its cruel challenge and simple single tap controls. Rovio’s Retry, now being tested in select markets, takes that same punishing hook to the next level. The basic idea is simple. The player must fly their plane from one end of a level to the next. The…

Elder Scrolls Online, PSN Update, Free Second Son Soundtrack

PC gamers can pick up the Elder Scrolls Online for $40 today. We’ve got portable power, ergonomic keyboards, wireless flash drives, and lots more today, so dig in. [Elder Scrolls Online, PC/Mac physical, $40] In stark contrast to our crazy 4KTV deal yesterday, here are some great options for normal people. This 24″ 60Hz 1080p…

Nintendo Responds (Terribly) To Gay Marriage Petition

Earlier this week, we helped publicize a fan-made petition that set out to get gay marriage support in the upcoming Nintendo game Tomodachi Life, which allows players to hang out and start relationships in a weird, surreal alternate universe habitated by Mii characters. Nintendo has responded to that petition with a statement to the AP,…

If anyone can make indie games, then where are the Black and Latino people? Developer Shawn Allen—one of the relative few people of color independently spearheading the creation of their own games—gave a talk at New York University’s Game Center that looks at the dearth of diversity in the video game creator talent pool. Allen’s…

Unfinished Steam Game Abandoned After Thousands Bought It

The creators of the PC game Towns have given up on development, choosing to leave the game unfinished for good—even though it’s been on sale for the past 18 months and had sold over 200,000 copies as of last summer The folks behind Towns have no plans to give out refunds to anyone who purchased…

Nazi Trucks Don’t Stand A Chance In Sniper Elite 3

Why headshot a single soldier, when you can headshot an entire evil Nazi vehicle? The lengthy new gameplay trailer for Sniper Elite 3 is filled with such terrible greatness. There is much more to a Sniper Elite game than just shooting things from far away, as the trailer below demonstrates. There’s just nothing quite as…