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Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, As Told By Steam Reviews
16.9.2024
Last week, Capcom released its latest compilation of retro arcade games to massive acclaim. Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics features seven legendary titles, including a stunningly faithful port of the arcade version of The Punisher, and the hugely influential Marvel...
Flappy Bird Creator Says He's Not Involved In The Hit Game's Return Amid References To NFTs and Crypto Arise
16.9.2024
Mega mobile hit Flappy Bird made a surprise return last week but something seemed off. Despite first-person language using “I” in the announcement, there was no mention of the twitchy arcade-style game’s original creator. Now after investigations into the company behind Flappy Bird’s comeback have...
How To Craft Mythic Uniques In Diablo 4 Season 5
16.9.2024
Diablo 4 Season Five has brought us the ability to craft Mythic Unique items, which can be an absolute game-changer for those of us who want to get our hands on insane gear early on. Now, this won’t come cheap, but with a little gold and effort, you can have decent gear relatively quickly.Read more
Sonic Fans Might Want To Go See The New Transformers Movie On Day One
16.9.2024
Transformers One wasn’t even on my radar before this morning. I’ve seen a few of the Michael Bay films but the Transformers craze mostly passed me by as a child. Even when Overwatch 2 had its collaboration with the series I was unmoved despite over a thousand hours in that game. But Paramount...
Star Wars Outlaws' Factions Explained: Which Criminal Network To Side With
16.9.2024
A core mechanic in Star Wars Outlaws revolves around working for and partnering with the various crime syndicates that control this portion of the galaxy. You’ll encounter four you can work with: Pyke Syndicate, Ashiga Clan, Crimson Dawn, and Hutt Cartel. They all offer different jobs and unique...
Elden Ring Is Real Cheap For A Few More Days
16.9.2024
Elden Ring was one of the biggest games of 2022, and it’s gotten a second wind this year with the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. If you have been intimidated by the RPG’s notorious difficulty, were just too busy in 2022 to get around to it, or have been waiting for it to go on sale, you’re in luck....
10 Sprawling Action Games To Play After Star Wars Outlaws
16.9.2024
I’ve heard Star Wars Outlaws described as the most “okay” game of all time, with nothing overtly exceptional standing out in its 16-hour campaign. I disagree to some extent. Ubisoft may not always strike gold, but they understand how to make an entertaining popcorn game that leaves you wanting...
Enter Your Spoiler Bunker, Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Has Leaked Online
16.9.2024
It’s becoming a pretty set pattern at this point: Nintendo has a first-party big-name Switch title due out in a couple of weeks, then news breaks that copies of the game have already leaked online. It’s happened yet again with September 26's The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom—a ROM of the game...
Spellborne: Unveiling More Quests as the Hunt Continues
15.9.2024
In her second play session of her new series, Regina continues playing Spellborne. She tackles the remaining main quests from Spellborne’s Season 1. Regina Takes on Season 1’s Remaining Main Quests: Epic Battles and Mystical Discoveries Last time’s quick recap We kicked off...
No Amount Of Non-Astro Bot News From Sony Can Keep Us From Talking About This Delightful Game
15.9.2024
Amid Concord’s demise and a somewhat divisive PS5 Pro announcement, Astro Bot brought us some joy during an otherwise super serious month for Sony. The adorable 3D platformer is filled to the brim with cameos from characters across PlayStation’s 30-year history, as well as secret levels and hidden...
Our Staff Has Wildly Differing Opinions On The PS5 Pro — Here's Why
15.9.2024
To be able to afford something means more than just having the money that it costs. It also means having the requisite desire and perceived need to convince yourself its cost is commensurate with its value. When I say I can’t afford to take a $40 Uber home from the office but then spend $60 on Uber...
Billions in Settlements Disrupted, Blockchain Gaming Boom, and More — Week in Review
15.9.2024
Recent Western sanctions have disrupted over $55 billion in trade settlements between Russia and Turkey. Cameron Thacker of Mythical Games believes the current blockchain gaming surge is more stable, as it focuses on better user experiences rather than hype. In the UK, a new bill recognizes digital...
Regina’s Web3 Gaming Odyssey: My First Web3 Quest
15.9.2024
Regina never thought she’d be writing about games again, let alone Web3 games. But she was given the opportunity to lead a new recurring Web3 gaming segment. She is live streaming her adventure For her first game, Regina became fully immersed in the world of Spellborne — a Web3 game that...
PS5 Pro Reactions, Destiny Anniversary Feels, And More Of This Week's Spiciest Takes
14.9.2024
This week, we got a look at the upcoming $700 PS5 Pro and what it will be capable of when it launches later this year—amd we have thoughts. We also celebrated a bittersweet milestone with Destiny 2, went hands-on with some Capcom classics, and recommended a few games you should absolutely play....
Tips To Get You Started Strong In Astro Bot, Games To Play After Black Myth: Wukong And More Pointers For The Week
14.9.2024
If you’ve been digging Black Myth: Wukong and wonder what other games you should add to your backlog that may scratch a similar itch, we’ve got you covered. We’ve also got some pointers for starting off on the right foot in Astro Bot and highlight some Baldur’s Gate 3 secrets you may have missed....
The PS5 Pro's Power (And Its Price) Are Finally Revealed, Star Wars Outlaws' Start Gets Less Frustrating, And More Of The Week's Top Stories
14.9.2024
This week, nothing drove more conversation in gaming circles than the official reveal of the PlayStation 5. Sure, people have strong feelings about its specs, and whether the added power it brings to the table will meaningfully improve your gaming experience, but people feel just as strongly—if...
The Difference Between "Vintage" And "Retro" Has Tons Of NYT Connections Players Stumped Today
14.9.2024
Welcome to the weekend, puzzlers! There’s a rugged game of Connections waiting for you today. If you’re a foodie or a gamer, you’ll think you’ve got it all figured out, but then … Maybe not. Regardless, it’s a great wakeup call for your brain—much better than diving back into the wild debate about...
Kotaku's Weekend Guide: 5 Games We Can't Wait To Get Back To
13.9.2024
Fall is almost here, we’re officially in the thick of the back-to-school scramble, and I can’t stop buying apple cider spice candles for the house. We’re also officially in the thick of game release season, so why not take a minute to talk about Metacritic?Read more
I'm Planning To Buy A PS5 Pro And I'm Excited
13.9.2024
I’m excited to get a more powerful PlayStation 5 later this year. I’ve set aside the money for it and I’m ready to buy it when pre-orders go live later this month. And weirdly, admitting this online will likely lead to people yelling at me. Read more
Someone Recreated Stardew Valley Using 75,000 Lego Bricks
13.9.2024
A massive Lego recreation of Stardew Valley’s Pelican Town won the “People’s Choice” award at BrickCon 2024. But according to the person behind this incredible piece of Lego art, the best moment of the event was when Stardew Valley’s creator stopped by to take a look at the brick-built village....