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An EVE Online Funeral Means Ozone-Light Vigils And Spaceship Sacrifices
Every single player in EVE Online is connected, in some way. The game is next to impossible to play truly “solo,” especially because of its single-shard environment. Each and every person that logs into the game connects to the same server, flies in the same space, uses the same resources, and can fight in the…
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Apex Legends Needs An Option For Reporting People
It’s a cold truth that some people in this world are just assholes. That’s why every online game game should have an option for reporting jerks. It’s a feature that’s become pretty standard, especially in competitive shooters. So it’s weird that Apex Legends released without it. Instead of being able to directly report someone you…
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Tekken 7 Player Comes Out Of Nowhere With Evo Japan Win
Despite only having happened twice so far, Evo Japan has already become a prestigious stop on the fighting game community calendar thanks to the level of talent it attracts. Last weekend’s Tekken 7 competition was no different, but the champion didn’t come from the ranks of South Korean and Japanese powerhouses who traveled to Fukuoka…
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Every Big Game Coming Out In Winter 2019
Winter begins today, which means it’s officially time to forget about all the games that came out this year and start preparing for all of the new ones. It used to be that you could ease into the new year by quietly plugging away at all the games you missed months prior. But now the…
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Finally, A Dreamcast Controller Built For Comfort
The original Dreamcast controller is a thing of beauty, but it lacks some of the features and ergonomic design that make modern controllers so pleasant to hold. Accessory maker Retro Fighters’ “Next Gen Dreamcast Controller” brings the classic design up to date. Retro Fighters is a family-owned company that has already produced modern takes on…
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February 26th’s Red Dead Online update will add new game modes, weapons, free roam events, emotes and new clothing options, Rockstar announced today. It will also add fishing challenges and early access to some content for PS4 players. Earlier this month, Rockstar detailed other improvements and fixes that will also be part of the update.
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In Anthem, Falling Is Faster Than Flying
BioWare’s new loot shooter Anthem really nails the feeling of flying around in Iron Man-style exosuits, except when dive-bombing. As players have learned, it turns out the fastest way to get around in the game’s world is by simply falling. While it’s nice to pause every once in a while and take in the beautiful…
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How To Play Your PS4 When You’re Stuck In A Hospital For Nearly A Month
From January 23 through February 18 I was confined to a hospital bed, recovering from a surgical procedure that required me to remain almost completely prone in order to heal. Fortunately I came to the hospital prepared, and managed to still play Kingdom Hearts 3, Jump Force, Apex Legends and Anthem. All I needed was…
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PSA: Don’t Forget About Apex Legends‘ Self-Revive
Apex Legends’ legendary knockdown shield grants players the ability to revive themself once. Maybe you knew this already. For all the people who have learned the hard way: I’m sorry, but watching people surprise you is hilarious. Apex Legends is still a fairly new game, so players are still learning its mechanics. Legendary items, which…
By Gita Jackson