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Teenage Murderer Says He Loves Violent Video Games. NBC Thinks There’s A Connection.

Last week, 15-year-old Nehemiah Griego killed his entire family: both parents and three siblings. He confessed to the crime, saying he did it because he was frustrated with his mother. And he got really excited to discuss violent video games with the police, according to an NBC report “It was kind of what he was…

The Best Animated Backgrounds Of 2D Fighting Games

The color schemes and the attention to the tiniest details of the backgrounds in classic 2D fighters always fascinated me. Dodgy streets, abandoned buildings, mystical Far Eastern temples: all important elements of these games, just as important as the gameplay mechanics or the featured characters. Here’s our collection of some of the most beautiful animated…

I Think I Found The Best Way To Play Temple Run 2.

My defenses have crumbled. I can no longer resist Temple Run. Now I just need to make sure it doesn’t destroy my hands. The release of Temple Run 2 has brought me in line with the millions of other people who love playing Imangi Studios’ endless runner. This game is becoming my podcast game—the game…

Try These New Comic Books This Week

One day in the near future (read: tomorrow), our top comics expert, Evan Narcisse, will return. For now, you’re stuck getting your new comics recommendations from me, the guy with 40GB of comics, mostly unread, on his ComiXology app on his iPad. I need to make some time to read more of what I’m buying.…

Taliban Tell Prince Harry That War Is Not Like A Video Game [UPDATE]

Is war like a video game? Prince Harry of Wales thinks so. Earlier today, The Telegraph reported that Prince Harry compared piloting an Apache to playing a video game. “It’s a joy for me because I’m one of those people who loves playing PlayStation and Xbox, so with my thumbs I like to think I’m…

If Donkey Kong Country Were an Endless Runner, It Would Look Something Like This

With Temple Run 2 whipping endless runner fans into a inevitably doomed frenzy, FDG Entertainment gets ready to release Banana Kong, game that’s just a Nintendo license away from being a Donkey Kong Country spin-off. FDG and developer Gamaga call Banana Kong a cross between Donkey Kong Country and Sonic the Hedgehog. While that second…

You’ll Be Able To Pay Money For Better Weapons In Dead Space 3

It’s hard to get good at a video game. It can require a ton of practice and effort. You’ll have to hone your skills over time, training your eyes and fingers to react with split-second precision and speed. Or you could just use your credit card. Dead Space 3, an upcoming sci-fi horror game from…

A Mystery ‘PS4’ Project Revealed? Plus: Other Gaming Secrets Involving XSeed, Remedy And More

In mid-November, Quantic Dream registered the domain singularityps4.com, suggesting a title and system for the second of two games the Parisian developer is said to be developing for Sony. Despite Cage declaring a lack of enthusiasm for the next generation of consoles, it’s been evident for a while his company is eyeing future platforms. “Singularity”…

This Guy Will Do All Of Your Chores While You Play Call of Duty: Black Ops 2‘s New DLC

This trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2‘s new map pack, Revolution, is actually pretty funny. Out next Tuesday for Xbox 360 (and later for other consoles), Revolution actually lets you play as the zombies in Call of Duty‘s popular undead-killing mode. This trailer is designed for people worried that the new DLC might…

Thank God, Dragon Age 3’s Visual Improvements Include Less Brown And A New Engine

The first two Dragon Age titles? Not so hot, visually. That’s about to change. Bioware’s Neil Thompson recently spoke with OXM UK about the upcoming Dragon Age sequel and its visual upgrade. Thanks to DICE’s Frostbite 2 engine, the Bioware team has been able to do “some amazing stuff,” enough that he reckons that when…

Former Pres. cand. Ralph Nader: parents should protect kids from “electronic child molesters.” (AKA violent games & TV.)

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This Remarkable Song Composed By Portal Turrets Fills Me With Happiness

Fucking Zachariah Scott, man. He is a visual genius, and his partnership with composer Lars Erik Fjøsne is a genius beyond comprehension. The video above is a Turret Anthem, internally known as Megadub, and it’s a fantastic song. The video is great too, of course, as you watch the tiny turrets slowly overtake GLaDOS in…

FarmVille 2 Chinese New Year Crafting Recipes: Everything You Need to Know

You’ve had a complete look at the new Chinese New Year decorations, crops, animals and trees in the FarmVille 2 marketplace. But wait, there’s more! There are also three new Crafting Kitchen recipes that will be available for around a month, and we’re here with a complete guide to their ingredients and payouts. The first…

When Hardcore Games Meet Hardcore/Punk Album Covers

The other day, I thought to myself: “I’ve been working at Kotaku for nearly a year and not once have I brought up the band Black Flag and the game EarthBound in the same post.” Then I thought to myself, “You know what I should do? Fire up Photoshop and make that a reality.” What…

5 GIFs Of Kerrigan Destroying Everything In Starcraft II: Heart Of The Swarm‘s Opening

After a 5 month hiatus, the Blizzard Cinematics Team finally struck lightning again, sweeping the Internet earlier today with this stunning opening cinematic for Starcraft II‘s upcoming expansion pack Heart Of The Swarm No one, not even Terran battlecruisers can stop Kerrigan’s plan to fulfill her vengeance, as you can see on these GIFs I’ve…

Wave Trip is a Marvelously Melodic Mission of Musical Salvation and Creation

Sharp geometric shapes, gorgeous alien landscapes and mellow beats define the latest musical adventure from the makers of Bad Hotel. That the melodies you generate while weaving waves through space free your friends from the clutches of evil is merely a bonus. Lucky Frame knows how to bring music and games together to create charming…

Resident Evil Revelations Is Coming To Xbox 360, PS3, And Wii U On May 21

Capcom’s 3DS game, Resident Evil Revelations (not to be confused with Revelaitons) is getting a console port, Capcom announced today. Revelations, a survival horror action game that stars series mainstays Jill Valentine and Chris Redfield, was well received when it hit 3DS early last year. Totilo loved it, calling Revelations “one of the 3DS’s most…

Twelve Things You Should Know About The Stellar, Stunning Ni no Kuni

You are perhaps wondering whether or not you should play Ni no Kuni, the RPG by Level-5 and Studio Ghibli that comes out today on PlayStation 3. Let me put it simply: Yes. Ni no Kuni is a fantastic game. Although I haven’t played enough to feel comfortable writing up a full review—I’m around 14…

Imagine Seeing This Beast of An Assassin With His Sights On You On The Battlefield

The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences and Noodlehaus-produced live action Assassin’s Creed III teaser trailer above kicks off a promotion for the 16th annual D.I.C.E. awards, which goes live on February 7th. Can you imagine scouting the battlefield as a general of sorts, gauging your success/loss rates and spotting this proficient killer, eyes clearly…