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Experience Counter-Strike Like Never Before with Virtex's Virtual Stadium: A New Era in E-Sports?
Virtex's latest creation, a virtual stadium for Counter-Strike, is changing the game for e-sports fans. While the idea of a virtual stadium is appealing, there are some concerns about how it will be implemented and what impact it will have on the gaming community.
"The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom" Final Trailer Set to Drop Tomorrow Ahead of Highly Anticipated Release
All Zelda fans, take note! Nintendo has some exciting news to share with us all. The company has announced that the "final" trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will be released tomorrow afternoon, just ahead of the game's highly anticipated release.
Redfall's Frame Rate at Release: Only 30 fps, Update for 60 fps Coming Later
The long-awaited release of Redfall has a problem, as developer Arkane Studios has announced that the game will not run at 60 frames per second on Xbox consoles when it is released. Instead, the game will only be available on the Xbox Series S and X in “Quality Mode”
Nintendo on the Hunt: Zelda Artbook Leaker Being Tracked Down Ahead of 'Tears of the Kingdom' Release
According to rumors, Nintendo is looking for the person who uploaded the entire artbook for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom online. According to TorrentFreak, the organization has served a subpoena to Discord in order to learn the name, residence, contact information, and email address of the user known only as Julien#2743.
Breath of the Wild just got wilder: Multiplayer mod released after $10,000 challenge
A small group of modders has completed a multiplayer mod for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which many gamers have wished for for years. The modders have released a fully functional multiplayer mod for the popular game, allowing up to 32 players to explore Hyrule together, after nearly a year and a half of work.
Super Mario Bros. Movie Smashes Box Office Records becoming 6th Highest-Grossing Video Game Movie After Just 5 Days
In just five days, the film has earned $377 million worldwide, cementing its place in video game movie history.
EA to Stop Physical Game Distribution in South Africa, Leaving Gamers in the Dark
Electronic Arts (EA), one of the world's largest video game publishers, has announced that it will no longer distribute physical video games in South Africa, leaving local gamers in the dark
Monster Energy complains about games using "Monster" in their titles, including Pokémon and Monster Hunter has been dug up
Monster Energy Drinks Company is said to have filed complaints with the Japanese Trademark & Patent Office in the past about the use of the word "Monster" in several video games, including Pokemon and Monster Hunter. According to reports, the company believes there is a risk of "confusion" with its own brand and has taken steps to prevent the term from being used in the video game industry.
Gamescom Opening Night Live will be held on August 22nd, fans rejoice
Geoff Keighley and Koelnmesse have announced that the annual Gamescom Opening Night Live show will return on August 22nd this year, and gamers all over the world are looking forward to it. For several years, Keighley, a well-known presenter in the gaming industry, has hosted this live show prior to Gamescom, which serves as a platform for game developers to showcase their latest titles and reveal exciting news to their fans.
Ubisoft Toronto joins forces with Ubisoft Montreal for new Far Cry game
According to Insider Gaming, Ubisoft Toronto, the studio behind Far Cry 6, is collaborating with Ubisoft Montreal to create a new Far Cry game. While the Montreal studio is said to be working on two new Far Cry titles, one of the games will be co-developed by the Toronto-based developer.
Sony Cites Redfall Exclusivity as Warning Sign for Microsoft's Acquisition of Activision Blizzard
The gaming industry is buzzing about Microsoft's impending purchase of Activision Blizzard. As part of the agreement, Sony has issued a warning to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the United Kingdom, claiming that Microsoft's acquisition of the game developer may result in the removal of some games from competing platforms.
Creator of DK Rap not mentioned in credits of The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Grant Kirkhope made a name for himself in the gaming world when he created the 'DK Rap' for the Rare game Donkey Kong 64. With its unforgettable rap style, the song quickly gained cult status and has been featured in a variety of media over the years. The iconic tune appears in the recently released Super Mario Bros. Movie, but Kirkhope is not mentioned in the credits.
Critics vs. Fans: The Super Mario Bros. Movie Metacritic Scores Show Big Divide
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has finally arrived in theaters, but critics and audiences appear to have mixed feelings about the animated film.
Feel the Heat: Sony's New Patent Allows PlayStation Controllers to Adjust Temperature
Sony has been granted a patent that will allow game developers to adjust the temperature of PlayStation controllers. Exputer discovered the patent, which describes the use of a special gel inside the controller that can harden or soften to mimic the texture of an object in the game.
Sony's Q Lite: the PlayStation 5-Dependent Handheld with Remote Play and Adaptive Streaming
Sony is planning to release another piece of hardware to go with its successful PlayStation 5 console. According to insider information, the company is working on a new handheld device codenamed "Q Lite". The Q Lite will need constant internet access and will not be a cloud-streaming device, instead relying on Remote Play with the PlayStation 5.
Quantum Break to Return to Xbox Game Pass After Temporary Removal for License Renewal, Says Remedy
Since its addition to Xbox Game Pass in 2018, Remedy Entertainment's Quantum Break has been a fan favorite. However, fans were recently disheartened to see the game listed in Game Pass's "Soon to be unavailable" section. This led some to believe that the game would be removed permanently, contrary to Microsoft's goal of keeping first-party games on the service indefinitely.
Blizzard's new survival game based on a brand new IP
Blizzard, the company behind iconic franchises like World of Warcraft and Diablo, has been working on a new survival game for several years. A recent job posting for a senior producer for an "unannounced survival game" confirms that Blizzard's next venture will be based on a new IP.
Monster Energy Goes After Indie Game Developer for Using the Word 'Monster' in Title
Monster Energy, the popular energy drink brand, has once again targeted a video game developer for using the word "Monster" in the title of its game. This time, Monster's legal team has targeted indie developer Glowstick Entertainment, sending the studio far-reaching settlement terms for its game, Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals.
From Oil to mario: Saudi Arabia Invests $38 Billion to Become the Next Gaming Hub
Saudi Arabia is betting big on video games, investing $38 billion to turn the country into a gaming mecca. The Saudi government has identified the video game industry as a critical sector for diversifying the economy and reducing reliance on oil.
Nintendo to repair Joy-Con drift for free in Europe, regardless of warranty status
Nintendo has announced that it will now repair Joy-Con controllers with "drift" issues in Europe for free, even if they are out of warranty. This is fantastic news for gamers who have been plagued by Joy-Con drift, which causes characters to move without player input.