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We’ve Basically Been Playing The Same WWE Video Game For Over 15 Years
On Tuesday, 2K Sports released WWE 2K18, the 19th title in the pro wrestling series that dates back to THQ’s two SmackDown games released on the original PlayStation in 2000 and subsequently became an annual release. Unsurprisingly, it’s a massive disappointment of the same variety that the franchise has been churning out for years. Developed…
By David Bixenspan Published October 20, 2017 -
Razer’s Brilliant New Webcam Has a Built-In Ring Light
Just in time for this weekend’s TwitchCon, Razer debuts a pair of new peripherals: the compact Serien X microphone and the Kiyo, a ring light-sporting webcam that’s sure to be the next must-have streaming accessory. One of the keys to making a livestream really pop is getting proper lighting on the face of the player.…
By Mike Fahey Published October 20, 2017 -
Nyko’s Portable Switch Dock Is Great, Provided It Doesn’t Kill Your Console
Earlier this month Nyko released its Portable Switch Docking Kit, a $50 alternative to Nintendo’s official $90 dock. Mine works great, and charging the Switch in tabletop mode is very handy, but a handful of users are reporting the device has killed their console’s charging port. The Switch dock Nyko has released is slightly different…
By Mike Fahey Published October 20, 2017 -
The first Mafia game is now available on GOG after years of being off stores like Steam. The uniquely period-appropriate open-world crime-a-thon is unfortunately missing its licensed music, but is otherwise intact and DRM-free. It’s a classic in most of, if not all, its glory. Worth checking out if you haven’t already.
By Nathan Grayson Published October 19, 2017 -
Breath Of The Wild Is Now Looking Even Better On PC
The PC “version” of Breath of the Wild already looked good with its increased resolution, but thanks to the release of the Clarity FX pack this week for the CEMU emulator, it’s looking out of this world. If you’re playing the game (the pack is only for BotW) on PC and want to try it…
By Luke Plunkett Published October 19, 2017 -
What Happened After Three Developers Pirated Their Own Games
Game developers have been trying to figure out how to paddle their way through pirate-infested waters for decades. DRM, “glitches” designed to thwart pirates, and more DRM have done little to stem the tide. Seeing this, a handful of developers took less combative approaches, putting their games on sites like the Pirate’s Bay themselves. Months…
By Nathan Grayson Published October 19, 2017 -
The New Sims Diwali Decorations Inspired Me To Finally Celebrate The Holiday
Despite the best efforts of my Indian mom, I never really celebrated Diwali growing up. When I saw that The Sims 4 was getting items for the holiday, I decided to finally try. Growing up, my mom tried really hard to teach my brother and me about our heritage. She was born in India, and…
By Gita Jackson Published October 19, 2017 -
The Switch’s New Video Capture Function Isn’t Great
Thelatest system software update for the Nintendo Switch added the ability to capture gameplay video, but don’t get too excited. It only works in four games currently, and the results aren’t great. Owners of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, ARMS, and Splatoon 2 can now hold down the…
By Mike Fahey Published October 19, 2017 -
Shoutout To Fortnite Players Who Build Towers Instead of Killing Anyone At The End of Matches
Tell me if you’ve ever seen this: there are only ten people or so left in your Fortnite: Battle Royale match. The storm cloud looms closer with every passing second. There’s nowhere left to go. Left without options, everyone around you starts building toward the sky. Well, maybe you haven’t seen this if you don’t…
By Patricia Hernandez Published October 19, 2017 -
Community Torn After Destiny 2‘s First Prestige Raid Is Cleared Using Glitches
Yesterday, Clan Redeem was the first team to finish the harder, “prestige” version of Destiny 2‘s Leviathan raid. But because they used a well-known glitch, some players are calling for their disqualification. Any time Destiny gets a new raid, elite clans race to see who can finish as “world’s first.” Destiny 2’s raid was released…
By Gita Jackson Published October 19, 2017 -
In Putty Pals, out today for $9.99 on the Switch eShop, a pair of blobs jump, glide, swing and bounce off each other in order to make a treacherous journey home. It’s a clever, lighthearted platformer built for co-op play. If you’re looking for something to play with a friend, it’s an excellent choice.
By Mike Fahey Published October 19, 2017 -
Pokémon Go Introduces New Ghost Types This Month, Rest of Gen Three In December
From October 20th to November 2nd, you’ll find some spooky new friends in Pokémon Go. It’s not full-on gen three yet, but hey: new faces! Here’s the trailer, where you’ll spot Hoenn-region critters like Sableye and Banette. And, as always, there will be a new type of Pikachu to capture: Additionally, during this event, rewards…
By Patricia Hernandez Published October 19, 2017 -
Japan Has A Ninja Certification Test
On October 22, there will be an examination for certification in the Koga-ryu school of ninjutsu. I am not making this up. According to At Press, the certification test will be held at Zojo-ji, a Buddhist temple in Tokyo. The examination is thirty minutes long and covers your ninja knowledge of the Koga-ryu school. Since…
By Brian Ashcraft Published October 19, 2017 -
Microsoft Hasn’t Been Supportive For Japanese Games, Says NIS America
According to Nippon Ichi Software America president Takuro Yamashita, Microsoft “hasn’t been very supportive of Japanese games.” Since this is NIS America, Yamashita is talking about bringing Japanese games to the Xbox One and not selling loads of Xbox Ones in Japan. In an interview with MCV, Yamashita said, “Honestly speaking, Microsoft’s approach to Japanese…
By Brian Ashcraft Published October 19, 2017 -
Katy Perry Looks Like A Character From Anime Saint Seiya
Have you ever seen Saint Seiya? If so, you probably wondering why Katy Perry is dressed like a character from the classic anime. It’s unclear if this was intentional or not (it might be!), but Perry’s outfit from her new world tour really looks like something straight out of Saint Seiya, an anime that follows…
By Brian Ashcraft Published October 19, 2017
