While the bar for a successful theatrical release isn't high in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Wonder Woman 1984 has cleared it, reporting a box office of $16.7 million over its three-day Christmas opening weekend according to a press release. This figure is the best any movie has reported since...
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart: Everything We Know
Ratchet & Clank is one of Sony's longest-running series, blending classic 3D platforming with an array of wild and wacky weaponry. It also serves as a nice bit of variety in the PlayStation portfolio, complementing dark and serious games like The Last of Us and God of War with the spirit of a Saturday...
Monster Hunter Rise: Everything We Know
Monster Hunter World may have skipped out on the Switch, but Nintendo's hybrid console is receiving its own new Monster Hunter game next year: Monster Hunter Rise. Developed on Capcom's RE Engine, Rise is a sprawling new entry in the action-RPG series, featuring seamless environments and a handful...
Far Cry 6: Everything We Know
The Far Cry series has been one of Ubisoft's most defining open-world action-adventure franchises, focusing on exploration and fighting hostile forces in exotic locales. In Far Cry 6, the franchise heads to a new location known as Yara, loosely based on the island and history of Cuba. Set during a...
Final Fantasy XVI: Everything We Know
One of the major announcements during the PlayStation 5 reveal stream earlier in 2020 was Final Fantasy XVI. With a lengthy trailer that set the mood and showcased a bit of gameplay, there was a lot to parse for the next mainline entry in the storied franchise. Many mainstays of Final Fantasy lore...
Elden Ring: Everything We Know
Isn't it a little funny that we've heard more about Elden Ring in 2020 from Xbox head Phil Spencer than from the actual developers behind the game? Developer From Software sure is keeping details about Elden Ring close to the chest, but we do know a bit about the upcoming game.
From Software is developing...
These 9 Things Will Totally Happen In Gaming In 2021 (Maybe)
With 2020 just about wrapped up and all its best games recognized in our annual Best Of awards, the team at GameSpot would like to help you anticipate what lies ahead by accurately predicting the future (or attempting to). 2021 is looking to be an exciting proving ground for new-generation consoles...
Wonder Woman 1984: How Did Chris Pine's Steve Trevor Come Back?
One of the biggest mysteries surrounding Wonder Woman 1984 has been the return of Chris Pine's Steve Trevor, a character who heroically sacrificed his life back in the first Wonder Woman film, set during World War I. In the trailers, however, we've been able to clearly see that Steve is back and seemingly...
Spider-Man: Miles Morales' Dinner Scene Hits Hard This Holiday
Miles Morales and his mom Rio just moved into a new apartment in Harlem. There's still a lot to unpack in their rooms, and you can learn so much about them by looking around and examining their possessions. But the living room and kitchen are all put together, and Rio is going all-out to prepare a...
Netflix's New Early Cobra Kai Release Date Is Your Gift From The Streaming Service
If you've been waiting for the sweet embrace of a new season of Cobra Kai, and you're counting down the days until January 8, 2021, then stop counting because that's no longer the release date for the new season. Netflix has announced Season 3 of Cobra Kai will land on January 1, 2021. To celebrate...
Tencent Scoops Up Gears Tactics And Warfare Devs In Leyou Acquisition
Chinese media conglomerate Tencent has picked up two more developers after acquiring the Hong Kong-based video game company Leyou: Warframe developer Digital Extremes and Splash Damage, the studio best known for Brink, co-creating Gears 5's multiplayer and Gears Tactics with The Coalition, and the...
Smash Bros. Ultimate Update Adds Sephiroth, Makes Buffs
The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate version 10.1 update is now live, bringing with it Sephiroth and the rest of Smash Bros.' new Final Fantasy-themed content. The update has also made a handful of fighter adjustments, with Nintendo now releasing the list of fighters that have been tweaked.
The Sephiroth...
Nintendo Switch eShop Holiday Sale Is Live Now
With Christmas just a few days away, retailers and digital storefronts are offering one last round of deals before 2021 begins. Whether you game on console or PC, there are plenty of great digital game deals, including multiple holiday sales on the Nintendo Switch eShop. If you're looking for something...
PS5 Update Adds Alerts For When You're Running PS4 Versions Of Games
A new PS5 update adds alerts if the system detects that you may be accidentally running the last-gen version of a game that has an updated PS5 version. The update solves a confusing issue that fans have been hitting since the new console launched.
As noted by Twitter user Tidux and confirmed by GameSpot,...
Nintendo Boss Says Switch Is Entering "Midpoint" Of Its Lifecycle
Having launched almost four years ago, Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser believes the Switch has finally entered the midpoint of its lifecycle.
In an extensive interview with Polygon, Bowser discussed the company's 2021 outlook, how well the Switch performed amidst the ongoing pandemic, and...
Coming 2 America Gets New Poster, First Teaser Coming Soon
Last week, Amazon debuted its first look at Eddie Murphy's return as Prince Akeem in Coming 2 America, and on Monday, it debuted the first poster for it as well as announced the first teaser will be coming the next day.
The sequel will be set in the African nation Zamunda, where newly-crowned King...
Steam's 2020 Black Friday Sale Was Its Most Successful Ever
Steam runs a number of big seasonal sales each year, but it has revealed that the most recent--the Autumn Sale that coincided with the Black Friday and Cyber Monday weekend--was its biggest yet. The sale drew in new users to Steam, as well as a huge number of returning players.
While the sale exceeded...
WWE TLC Live Results: Winners And Losers Of The 2020 PPV
It's December, and the final PPV of the year, TLC is here. WWE wants to take the year out with a bang, and that means matches filled with tables, ladders, and chairs--and maybe even a little fire for some reason.. Some of the biggest rivalries from the latter half of this year are coming to a head,...
Shigeru Miyamoto's Kids Were Big Sega Fans Growing Up
No one is more closely associated with Nintendo than Shigeru Miyamoto. "Mario's dad" and the creator of series like Donkey Kong and The Legend of Zelda has been with the company for decades, and his own children grew up with access to Nintendo's game library. That's why it's particularly amusing that...
CD Projekt Could Face Investor Lawsuits Over Cyberpunk 2077
CD Projekt could soon be facing yet another Cyberpunk 2077 problem, arguably bigger than having to offer refunds to upset players: a class-action lawsuit.
According to VGC, multiple law firms, as well as a CD Projekt investor, are looking into a class-action suit related to potential misrepresentation...
No More Heroes And Its Sequel Get Rated For PC
The No More Heroes games have been primarily associated with Nintendo systems thus far, and the upcoming No More Heroes 3 will be a Switch exclusive. However, it looks like the first two games could be coming to PC if an ESRB rating listing is any indication.
Spotted by Gematsu, there are full ratings...
GameSpot's Best Of 2020: Editor's Spotlight Awards
This year's GameSpot countdown has finally come to a close, with Valve's Half-Life: Alyx claiming our coveted Game of the Year award. While every game we've highlighted in our Best Of 2020 awards is exceptional, there are still so many others worth discussing. As such, we're taking the chance to present...
Ghost Of Tsushima Update Adds Costumes Based On Bloodborne, God Of War, And More
Ghost of Tsushima received a surprise update paying homage to some of Sony's other popular games and franchises. The 1.18 update adds new Legends search options, but the much more eye-grabbing part is new Legends costumes modeled after God of War, Horizon Zero Dawn, Shadow of the Colossus, and Bloodborne.
According...
The Mandalorian Season Finale: Don't Turn It Off When The Credits Start To Roll
The Mandalorian Season 2 came to an end this week, with a shocking revelation about where the series will be heading at the start of Season 3, along with the appearance of a familiar face. But when the story comes to its conclusion, wait a minute before running to Twitter to yell about the season finale.
There...
Call Of Duty: Warzone Players Are Unhappy About Black Ops Cold War Weapons
Call of Duty: Warzone now includes 30 new weapons from Black Ops Cold War and players are having trouble adapting to them. They've found that the new weapons are at a disadvantage compared to ones that have been in Warzone since March.
"These guns cannot and will not be able to compete with the current...
Legendary Actor Ian McKellen Praises Medical Staff After Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine
As the COVID-19 vaccine starts to slowly but surely roll out, Oscar-nominated and Golden Globe-winning actor Sir Ian McKellen recently received the shot in the UK and praised medical professionals at this time.
I feel very lucky to have had the vaccine. I would have no hesitation in recommending it...
Pocket Mortys Developer Big Pixel Studios Is Shutting Down
Big Pixel Studios, the developer behind the popular Rick & Morty mobile RPG spin-off Pocket Mortys, is shutting down. The studio, which was bought by Adult Swim in mid-2018 after making the Pokemon-like adventure, will be shuttered at the end of 2020, leaving is employees out of work.
According...
Cyberpunk 2077 Developer No Longer Recommends Asking PlayStation For Refunds
Just a few days ago, players upset with the quality of Cyberpunk 2077 on PS4 and Xbox One reported that they were being offered refunds. CD Projekt Red itself said that players should contact Microsoft or Sony in order to get the refund process started. However, it appears the company is now taking...
Netflix Is Adapting Yu Yu Hakusho Into Live-Action Series
Netflix is developing Yoshihiro Togashi's popular manga Yu Yu Hakusho, and subsequent equally popular anime by Noriyuki Abe, as a live-action series. The series has already been made into a slew of video games, but this will be the first time Yusuke Urameshi and his ghost-busting crew of Hiei, Kurama,...
Best Games Of 2020 - Spiritfarer
Over the next week, we will be posting features for what we've nominated to be the best games of 2020. Then, on December 17, we will crown one of the nominees as GameSpot's Best Game of 2020, so join us as we celebrate these 10 games on the road to the big announcement. Be sure to check out our other...
Super Meat Boy Forever Is A Switch Console Exclusive At Launch
During the latest Nintendo Indie World livestream, it was announced that Super Meat Boy Forever is coming to Switch as a console launch exclusive. The game will be released for Switch next week.
At The Game Awards 2020, it was announced that Super Meat Boy Forever would release on December 23 for...
Cyberpunk 2077 Guide: How To Save Takemura
Note: This guide contains spoilers for one of the story quests in Cyberpunk 2077. Read on at your own risk!
The stakes get raised pretty significantly in Cyberpunk 2077 as you work through Act 2. After protagonist V acquires the biochip and finds Johnny Silverhand in their head, you set out on a journey...
Trailer For Netflix's Outside The Wire Features Anthony Mackie Shooting Robots
While fans will have to wait until March for Anthony Mackie to pick up Captain America's shield in Disney+'s The Falcon and Winter Soldier, Mackie's newest Netflix movie hits the streaming service next month. Outside The Wire is a sci-fi action movie about a drone pilot, played by Snowfall's Damson...
Netflix's The Witcher Announced Mysterious Six Days Of Witchmas
Something new and weird is happening over on The Witcher Netflix series' Twitter, which has recently sounded a clarion call for "the six days of Witchmas." The thread--which you can see the beginning of below--indicates that starting December 15 and for the following six consecutive days, gifts (which...
Shakedown Hawaii Is Coming To PS5, And Has Crossbuy Over 4 Sony Consoles
Shakedown Hawaii, the 16-bit styled throwback sequel to Retro City Rampage, is coming to PS5 with enhancements. This means that the game will be available across four different PlayStation systems--the PS3, PS4, PS5, and PS Vita.
Thanks to crossbuy, if you own the game on any previous system, you'll...
EA Reportedly In Talks To Buy Codemasters, Could Cut Out Take-Two
A little over a month ago, publisher Take-Two announced it had agreed to purchase Codemasters, a British company best known for its racing franchises. It would have helped to fill a hole in Take-Two's genre output--it doesn't do much in the way of racing games now--but it appears those plans could...
Genshin Impact Shows Off Huge Mountain Region In New Trailer
Genshin Impact has attracted a massive following with its free-to-play take on the Zelda: Breath of the Wild formula, and it's getting even bigger with Version 1.2. The latest content update will add a new mountain region called Dragonspire, filled with dangerous enemies and extreme cold.
The mountain...
Steam Breaks Concurrent Player Record With Help From Cyberpunk 2077
It has only been a few days since Cyberpunk 2077 released, and Steam has already broken a record for the most concurrent users ever. As of December 12, the new record is more than 24 million players, with CD Projekt Red's RPG playing an enormous role in making this possible.
To be precise, 24,776,635...
Cyberpunk 2077 Devs' Bonuses Reportedly No Longer Tied To Review Scores
Cyberpunk 2077 released on December 10, and despite the game receiving generally good reviews, it has also found itself as the subject of controversy regarding its numerous bugs and poor state on last-gen systems. These criticisms haven't escaped the management at CD Projekt Red, as the company has...
Cyberpunk 2077 Patch Notes: Update 1.04 Deals With Seizure Concerns, Copyrighted Music
Developer CD Projekt Red has dropped a new update for Cyberpunk 2077 on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 that addresses its copious bugs and issues. Update 1.04, which hits Xbox consoles "as soon as possible," also fixes the quest system. The full patch notes are outlined below.
It's no secret...
Willow Disney+ Sequel Show Gets 2022 Release Date, Starts Production Soon
There were a lot of new Disney+ shows announced during this week's Disney investor presentation, and while much of the focus was on Star Wars and Marvel, we did learn a bit more about some other highly anticipated projects. One of these was the upcoming Willow series.
Willow is set to be a sequel...
Here's Your First Look At Marvel's Loki, Coming To Disney+ This Spring
2020 marks the first year since 2012 that we haven't had any Marvel movies, but Marvel is gearing up for an absolutely massive 2021. In addition to WandaVision and Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Loki will arrive on Disney+ this May.
Disney announced the release window for the show today during its...
Netflix Is Making A New Sonic The Hedgehog Animated Show
UPDATE: Shortly after Netflix's tweet announcing the new Sonic show was published, it was deleted. Original story below.
Sega's iconic hyper-fast hedgehog Sonic has been part of pop culture for nearly 30 years, and he's as popular as ever. Following the success of this year's live-action movie, Netflix...
Call Of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Patch Notes (December 9)
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War has received another update, this one fixing some bugs and crash scenarios, and also making some changes to multiplayer playlists.
The Miami map has been added to the Combined Arms playlist, joining Crossroads, Armada, and Cartel as the fourth map in the 12v12 playlist....
Superman & Lois Gives The Man Of Steel A Brand-New Look
Earlier this year--like what feels centuries ago before COVID earlier--The CW ordered a Superman And Lois series to follow the adventures of The Man of Steel and the Daily Planet's star reporter. Earlier in 2020, the series synopsis indicated the show will star Tyler Coechlin as Clark Kent and Elizabeth...
New PS5 System Update Includes DualSense Controller Tweaks
Sony has released the latest firmware update for the PlayStation 5, titled version 20.02-02.30. The update introduces a number of improvements to system performance and comes in at the usual size of 868MB.
Aside from improving connection stability for certain Wi-Fi routers and fixing some issues that...
New B2G1 Free Sale Features PS5 And Xbox Series X Games, Including Cyberpunk 2077
As if Black Friday wasn't enough, Best Buy has just kicked off a new buy two, get one free promotion that can net you some huge savings on next-gen games for PS5 and Xbox Series X. Games like Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Watch Dogs: Legion, and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War feature upgraded next-gen...
Former WWE Wrestler CM Punk Discusses Others Possibly Unionizing
CM Punk has always been a hot brand of controversy with WWE fans--and the company itself for that matter--and the former WWE Champion didn't disappoint on Renée Paquette's Oral Sessions podcast this week.
The two former WWE stars talked about some hot topics hovering above professional wrestling including...
Jeremy Irons Is The Fourth Oscar-Winner To Star In Ridley Scott's New Gucci Murder Movie
The movie about the Gucci family drama has added another big name to its cast. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Oscar-winner Jeremy Irons (Watchmen, The Lion King) has signed on to appear in the film, which will be directed by Ridley Scott (Gladiator, Blade Runner).
Irons joins a cast that already...
First Photos Of Netflix's Cobra Kai Season 3 Revealed
Cobra Kai fans are used to long waits for more from The Karate Kid follow-up series. Now that the series has been freed from YouTube Premium and has a home on Netflix, there's at least some security in knowing when Season 3 finally arrives sometime in January 2021, we know where it will land and that...
Man Dresses Up Like Will Ferrell's Elf To Meet Biological Father, Who Hadn't Seen The Movie
A Maine man recreated the scene from Jon Favreau's modern classic Christmas movie Elf, dressing up like an elf and greeting his biological father with a song when meeting for the first time.
Doug Henning, who is in his 40s, met his biological father, Raul, for the first time recently at Boston's Logan...
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