EA Play 2018 Press Conference Set To Stream On June 9

Electronic Arts is set to kick off EA Play 2018 with a press conference at the Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, June 9 at 11 a.m. PDT (2 p.m. EST). All of the news and announcements can be viewed as they are broadcast via live stream on EA.com. After the live event, EA Play 2018 opens […]

‘Final Fantasy XV’, ‘Tomb Raider Crossover Confirmed

Square Enix has another crossover planned for Final Fantasy XV. This time, it’s in relation to the upcoming Lara Croft adventure, Shadow of the Tomb Raider. As part of their PAX East panel presentation, the publisher confirmed that a collaboration of some kind between the two games is “coming soon,” and did not provide any […]

Marvel Fans Get New Mobile Game: ‘Marvel Strike Force’

Marvel Strike Force has come out of beta, and is now available for all to download worldwide. It’s a turn-based role-playing game with an emphasis on building and developing teams consisting of Marvel superheroes and/or villains. The game is free to play on both Android and iOS devices, featuring the usual in-app microtransactions. The storyline […]

Battle Between The Stars: Star Control Rights Dispute Grows Worse

For gamers of a certain age, there are few franchises as venerated as the Star Control series. An “open world” game across multiple worlds and involving various alien races, the series has been consistently recognized as a classic of the early days of computer gaming. The high point of the series was Star Control II: […]

Geralt Of Rivia Enters The Stage Of History In ‘SoulCalibur VI’

It just wouldn’t be a SoulCalibur game if there wasn’t a guest character or two from other game worlds. The previous game in the series had Ezio Auditore from Assassin’s Creed II, which certainly fit with the other medieval and Renaissance-era characters in the roster. For the sixth entry, Project Soul has teamed up with […]

Get A First Look At The ‘Westworld’ Mobile Game

Warner Bros. lifted the veil over the Westworld mobile game today as part of the HBO series’ SXSW fanfare. Behaviour Interactive is developing the WB Games San Francisco production with the creative collaborative input of Kilter Films. While a firm release date has yet to be announced, players can expect the game on both iOS […]

Luigi Arrives In ‘Super Mario Odyssey’ With Free Game Update

Super Mario Odyssey can now be updated to add Luigi to the game. Mario’s brother is not a playable character or sidekick, but rather the host of a new minigame called “Luigi’s Balloon World.” The update is free for everyone with a copy of the best-selling game on the Nintendo Switch. The only requirements are […]

‘Kingdom Hearts III’ World List Expands To Include Another Pixar Film, ‘Monsters, Inc.’

Kingdom Hearts III will take its players to Monstropolis when it debuts later this year, as a Monsters, Inc. world has been confirmed via a new trailer at D23 Expo Japan. Kingdom Hearts III Includes At Least Two Pixar Worlds Monster’s Inc. is the second world in Kingdom Hearts III based off of a Pixar […]

Nintendo Rewards Program Update Will Let Members Redeem Points Toward Switch Games

Nintendo’s rewards program is getting an update featuring new incentives, including the option to redeem Gold Points toward the purchase of some digital Switch games. The Nintendo rewards update is expected to debut in early March. Nintendo is clearly offering greater incentives to those consumers who have upgraded to their latest console and those who […]

New ‘Attack On Titan 2’ Trailer Shows Off Brutal Gameplay On Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch games lineup for mature audiences continues to grow with the release of Attack on Titan 2 on March 20, and fans can now get a glimpse of how the game plays on the console through the latest trailer. In addition to its Switch release, Attack on Titan 2 is also heading to […]

First ‘Soulcalibur VI’ Characters Revealed, Roster Grows With Grøh

Bandai Namco has confirmed the first few characters of the Soulcalibur VI roster, and the list includes one new fighter. Fans of Nightmare, Kilik, and Xianghua can rest easy, as they are all returning in SCVI. Although a release date has yet to be announced, the publisher continues to assure that the game is on […]

‘Life Is Strange: Before The Storm’ Gets Physical Version, Release Date Is March 6

Square Enix is giving Life is Strange: Before the Storm a physical release that includes all three episodes of the season, plus the yet-to-be-released bonus episode, “Farewell.” Physical copies of the game have a confirmed release date of Tuesday, March 6, in the U.S. The digital version of “Farewell” is also set to release that […]

‘Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age’ Gets A Few New Features Before Its PC Release

Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age will no longer be exclusive to the PlayStation 4 when the remaster makes its PC debut on February 1. Square Enix has confirmed the game’s upcoming release on Steam, noting that some additional changes have been made for the PC version. Originally available on the PlayStation 2, Final Fantasy […]

‘Dragon Ball FighterZ’ Beta Early Access Begins This Week On PS4 And Xbox One

Dragon Ball FighterZ‘s international release date of January 26 is just weeks away, but soon, any gamer with a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One who’s been curious about the game can try it out for free during its two-day open beta next week. It unlocks for everyone starting on Sunday, January 14, at 12 a.m. […]

‘Madden NFL 18’ Tournament Gives Football Fans One Last Chance To Win Super Bowl LII Tickets

Madden NFL 18 players have a chance to grind their way to free Super Bowl LII tickets courtesy of a tournament being held at Microsoft Stores on Saturday, January 6, 2018. Super Bowl LII is scheduled for Sunday, February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis at the U.S. Bank Stadium. Justin Timberlake is the headlining performer for […]

‘Metal Gear Survive’ Beta Scheduled For January 2018 On PS4 And Xbox One

Anyone interested in trying out Metal Gear Survive can get a preview of the game during the multiplayer open beta, which is set to begin Thursday, January 18, 2018, on both the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. It is scheduled to end on Sunday, January 21. Although Metal Gear Survive is also set to release […]

‘Call Of Duty: WWII’ Competitors Can Now Manage MLG GameBattles Straight From Their PS4

Activision’s alliance with PlayStation has taken another step forward with the Call of Duty franchise to give competitive players a new way to register for and manage their participation in MLG GameBattles straight from the PS4 start menu. The latest update for Call of Duty: WWII fully integrates the new system, and features new menu […]

‘Shadow Of The Colossus’ PS4 Updates: Developer Reveals Visual Enhancements, Special Edition Box Set

Shadow of the Colossus is poised to release exclusively on the PlayStation 4 on February 8, and with the PlayStation Experience (PSX 2017) continuing this weekend, the developer is now sharing more details on the remake’s visual enhancements. The team has also revealed a Special Edition Box Set, which comes with both physical and digital […]

PS VR Gets Free ‘Last Guardian VR’ Demo, Plus More VR Announcements From PlayStation Experience

PlayStation VR kicked off the announcements at PlayStation Experience 2017. Among the revelations were new PS VR titles, VR support for an existing game, and even a free game download. The virtual reality high points were as follows. ‘Firewall Zero Hour’ For those in anticipation of more multiplayer first-person shooters on the platform, Sony is […]

‘Call of Duty: WWII’ Makes Its eSports Event Debut: How To Watch The CWL Dallas Open

The third season of Call of Duty World League kicks off in Dallas. Hosted by Major League Gaming (MLG), the CWL Dallas Open runs from Friday, December 8 through Sunday, December 10. And, as Activision touts, the competitors this season are vying to win cash from the largest prize pool ever offered in Call of […]

‘Secret Of Mana’ Remake Physical Release On PS4 Confirmed, Pre-Orders Open For Limited Copies

Today, Square Enix has announced a physical release of their upcoming Secret of Mana remake on PlayStation 4. The Secret of Mana remake for PlayStation 4, PS Vita, and PC via Steam was originally announced as getting a digital-only treatment in North America on the global release date of February 15, 2018. With the announcement, […]

‘Final Fantasy VII Remake’ Cloud Returns To ‘Mobius Final Fantasy’

Cloud Strife from the Final Fantasy VII Remake has returned to Mobius Final Fantasy for a limited-time event this December. In this new collaboration between the two games Cloud gets an upgrade to become Mobius FF‘s latest Ultimate Hero, which is a new job card granting players a significant stat boost along with access to […]

‘Mass Effect: Andromeda Deluxe Edition’ Is Now Part Of EA Access

Mass Effect: Andromeda saw deep discounts at retailers on Black Friday weekend, with some stores like Walmart and Best Buy asking only $12 to $15 USD for a physical copy of the game. For those still holding out for a deal to check out the latest game in the series, the Mass Effect: Andromeda Deluxe […]

‘GTA Online’ Update Adds Electric Supercar, Plus Double GTA$ And RP All Week

Those eagerly awaiting the Coil Cyclone release date no longer have to wait, as the electric supercar has just become available for purchase in Grand Theft Auto Online this week. Inviting players to “drive the lightning,” the new car is advertised as a bastion of power and speed, shedding the notion of electric cars as […]

‘Tekken 7’ Adds Noctis From ‘Final Fantasy XV’ As New DLC Character In Spring 2018

Tekken 7 is getting a new contender for its King of Iron Fist Tournament: Noctis from Final Fantasy XV. He joins Akuma from Street Fighter as a guest character hailing from another series. The FFXV-themed DLC pack featuring Noctis and his trusty Engine Blade is scheduled for a spring 2018 release. The news comes as […]

‘Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition’ Pre-Registration Begins, Pricing And Device Support Revealed

Seemingly on track to meet its fall 2017 release date window, pre-registration has begun for Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition on the Google Play Store. According to Google, gamers do not have to pay anything to pre-register. The feature is free to use, giving everyone who signs up a notification upon the game’s release to […]

‘World Of Final Fantasy’ PC Version Confirmed, Release Date Announced

World of Final Fantasy is getting a PC version, and eager RPG fans won’t have to wait long to play it. Square Enix has confirmed its release date on Steam is set for November 21. The Steam release includes achievements, full controller/keyboard support, plus a slew of Summons and Mirages (some of which were previously […]

‘LEGO Dimensions’ Development Ends, Online Support To Continue

Warner Bros. confirmed today that development has come to an end for LEGO Dimensions. The toys-to-life project made it through two years and nine waves of additional character and level packs before winding down to a close. All plans for Year 3 content have been canceled, and no new Level Packs, Fun Packs, or Team […]

‘Star Ocean: The Last Hope’ Gets HD Remaster, 4K Support, Launch Bonuses, And November Release Date

A high-definition remaster of Star Ocean: The Last Hope is confirmed for a PlayStation 4 and PC (via Steam) digital release on Tuesday, November 28. The digital edition comes with several bonuses for those who purchase the game during its release window. It can be purchased for $20.99 on either platform. Tri-Ace returns as the […]

‘Final Fantasy’ Art Exhibits Are Coming To California And Japan In Celebration Of Series’ 30th Anniversary

Final Fantasy has been celebrating its 30th anniversary all year long with a number of game releases and special events. The latest among the festivities is a tribute to three decades of artwork that have shaped and defined its many fantastic worlds, characters, and creatures. Coming to the Los Angeles area in December is “Final […]

‘Life Is Strange: Before The Storm’ Episode 2 Release Date Revealed

Gamers can plan their return to Arcadia Bay this month, as Life is Strange: Before the Storm Episode 2 finally has a confirmed release date of Thursday, October 19. The first episode of the prequel dropped earlier this year on August 31, but fans have been left without a firm release date for the episodes […]

McDonald’s Szechuan Sauce Sells Out, Leaving Many ‘Rick And Morty’ Fans Without

For one day only, McDonald’s put their popular Szechuan Sauce on the menu in very limited quantities at select locations. The fast-food restaurant chain drew crowds to its special event, but many Rick and Morty fans claimed on social media that in many cases the coveted sauce never arrived, or it was available in far […]

Not Sure What ‘Super Mario Odyssey’ Is All About? New Trailer Explains With 5 Minutes Of Gameplay

Super Mario Odyssey is set to release exclusively on Nintendo Switch on October 27 across the globe. Yet, Nintendo seems aware that not everyone may have a full understanding of what’s going on in Mario’s latest adventure. To help explain the first Mario game on Nintendo’s newest console to long-time fans and first-time players alike, […]

‘Star Wars Battlefront II’ Open Beta Begins With Both Local And Online Multiplayer Modes Available

If you’ve been curious to give Star Wars Battlefront II a spin before its global release on November 17, this weekend is your chance to do so for free. The beta is now open to everyone on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One with no pre-order required. And, unlike many betas, this one has an […]

‘Stardew Valley’ On Nintendo Switch: Release Date Confirmed For October 5

Stardew Valley finally has a confirmed release date for the Nintendo Switch edition just a few days before its launch on Thursday, October 5. Although the game was expected to hit Nintendo’s newest console sometime before the end of the year, a firm release date had not been solidified until a recent announcement made by […]

How To Catch A Free Charizard, Marshadow In ‘Pokemon Sun’ And ‘Moon’ Events This Month

Trainers have the chance to pick up two free Pokemon in October for their Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon video games. The freebies include the fan-favorite Charizard and a brand new Pokemon called Marshadow. Catching the two free Pokemon is a breeze, since all you have to do is download them. But, you will have […]

‘Nier: Automata’ Soundtrack Vinyl Edition Set To Release This Year

Square Enix has announced a special vinyl edition of the Nier: Automata soundtrack is to be released before the end of the year. The original soundtrack for Nier: Gestalt & Replicant is getting the vinyl music treatment as well. Collectors can choose between three different vinyl soundtrack options. Nier: Automata is getting its own set […]

‘Dissidia Final Fantasy NT’ Tournaments Planned For New York Comic Con 2017

Dissidia Final Fantasy NT makes its worldwide debut on the PlayStation 4 on January 30, 2018, but Square Enix isn’t waiting until then to give Final Fantasy fans a taste of what the game’s competitive future could be like. Attendees of New York Comic Con this October can sign up to participate in one of […]

‘King’s Knight: Wrath Of The Dark Dragon’ Mobile Game Joins The ‘Final Fantasy XV’ Universe

Square Enix has created a brand new mobile game inspired by the NES classic game King’s Knight as a tie-in to the Final Fantasy XV universe. In the world of FFXV, King’s Knight is one of Noctis’ favorite games. Fans can now find out why. The new mobile game is available as a free download […]

‘Kingdom Hearts’ Mobile Game Adds Disney Tsum Tsum Events For Limited Time

Disney’s popular stackable Tsum Tsum characters are joining the battle against the Heartless this month in a Kingdom Hearts Union χ[CROSS] special event. Through the limited-time festivities, players can participate in a new Tsum Tsum-themed raid and collect new Tsum Tsum Medals and rewards. Limited-Time Tsum Tsum Event There are three distinct opportunities to get […]

Assassin’s Festival Begins In ‘Final Fantasy XV’: Everything You Need To Know To Join In The Crossover Event

As previously announced at Gamescom, the worlds of Assassin’s Creed and Final Fantasy are colliding with special crossover events in Final Fantasy XV and Assassin’s Creed Origins, courtesy of Square Enix and Ubisoft. The Assassin’s Festival has begun in FFXV to get the party started, and it’s free to join in on the universe-bending fun […]

‘Secret Of Mana’ Gets HD Remake On PS4 And PS Vita, Release Date Set For February 2018

Square Enix has confirmed that a high-definition remake of Secret of Mana is in development for PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, and PC. Fans eager to play the classic RPG on their modern day platform of choice won’t have to wait too long to get their hands on it, either, as the global release date is […]

Ariana Grande Returns To ‘Final Fantasy Brave Exvius’ With New Character

Ariana Grande has returned to the world of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, for a limited time, with a brand new character. By finishing the first stage of the “Musical Showdown” event, all FFBE players can unlock the new “Chic Ariana” character, which is inspired by the popular singer. Chic Ariana is only available for a […]

‘Sonic Mania’ Release Date For PC Version Delayed, Original Game Added As Pre-Order Bonus

The team at SEGA has announced a change in the release date for Sonic Mania on PC. The game is now scheduled to make its debut two weeks later than originally expected, on Tuesday, August 29. Despite the brief delay of the PC version, Sonic Mania is still going to be released as planned on […]

‘Mobius Final Fantasy’ Celebration Gives Players Special Bonuses All Month Long

Mobius Final Fantasy is celebrating first anniversary with a month-long celebration that includes daily in-game giveaways and free bonuses. The popular game on PC and mobile devices has garnered more than 10 million players across the globe in its first year of service. What are the anniversary bonuses for Mobius Final Fantasy? Players can get […]

‘Forza Horizon 3’ Gets Sleek Ride From ‘Final Fantasy XV’ As Free DLC In August

The vehicle roster of Forza games have traditionally been based in reality; but, this August, a free DLC add-on will put the Regalia from Final Fantasy XV on the streets in Forza Horizon 3. Anyone who has played either Forza Horizon 3 or Final Fantasy XV on their Xbox One, Xbox One S, or a […]

Catch Mega Tyranitar, Shiny Tapu Koko, And More In Latest ‘Pokemon Sun’ And ‘Pokemon Moon’ Events

If you’d love to add Mega Tyranitar to your battle party in Pokemon Sun or Pokemon Moon, Nintendo and The Pokemon Company are making it possible this month thanks to a special cheat code that gifts players four Mega Stones for free. There’s no catch to get the Mega Stones, which include Abomasite to Mega […]

New ‘Star Wars: Jedi Challenges’ AR Game Will Let You Play Holochess, Wield Lightsabers

Disney announced they have multiple Star Wars AR game experiences in progress during their “Level Up!” gaming panel presentation at the D23 Expo this weekend. The upcoming Star Wars: Jedi Challenges gives fans the opportunity to slip into the robes of a Jedi with a series of games that allow the player to enjoy a […]

‘Splatoon 2’ Demo And More: Latest Details From Nintendo Direct

Gamers can get their hands on Splatoon 2 soon, as its scheduled release date of July 21 approaches. In a special Nintendo Direct, the publisher outlines many of the new features in the sequel to the top-selling Wii U paintball-esque shooter. Although the entire Splatoon 2 Nintendo Direct video can be viewed in its entirety […]

‘Final Fantasy XIV’ Fans Can Battle Bahamut In A Real Escape Game This Summer

Square Enix is making the fantasies of Final Fantasy fans a reality with an experience that pits players against the legendary beast Bahamut. In partnership with SCRAP Entertainment, Square Enix and the Final Fantasy XIV Online team have crafted an escape game that physically simulates the online game’s epic digital battles. Kicking off in Los […]