Don't Miss 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim While It's 50% Off At Amazon (PS4/PS5)

Black Friday 2020 has brought an onslaught of game deals across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC, and while we spend a ton of time talking about the discounts on AAA titles, Black Friday is a great opportunity to pick up some lesser-known games for your winter backlog. One such game is 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, which launched in Japan last year but released worldwide this past September. If you're a fan of narrative-driven games, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim is a must-play, and it's on sale for 50% off during Black Friday. 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim $30 (was $60) | PS4, PS5 Both Amazon and GameStop have 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim for $30 during Black Friday, down from its list price of $60. This is a physical PS4 game that you can also play on PS5 if you have the version with a disc drive. See at Amazon See at GameStop I started playing 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim a little over a week ago, and it already ranks in my personal top five games of 2020. It's a cross-genre title, combining visual novel-esque dialogue scenes with realtime strategy combat that takes place in a post-apocalyptic future. The premise: 13 high-schoolers are drawn into war against violent kaiju, which are destroying cities and threatening mankind's existence. The kids fight back using giant mechs, or sentinels, and the realtime battles cover their time in the war. However, the narrative in Aegis Rim is anything but linear, and the game also includes adventure side-scrolling segments where you play as one of the teens and slowly put together their story. 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim is nominated for Best Narrative at this year's Game Awards for good reason--its story is gripping, and though the battle sequences are fun, I'm most eager to see how all of these story threads interlink by the end.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Black Friday 2020: Get Pokemon Sword And Shield For $40 Each

Black Friday 2020 sales are in full swing, with all major retailers hosting big Black Friday sales right now. There are some surprisingly great deals on Nintendo Switch games this year, including Pokemon Sword and Shield, which you can pick up at a discount from Best Buy. Pokemon Sword / Shield Best deal: $40 at Best Buy | available now Although they're not technically part of the retailer's Black Friday sale, Best Buy is currently selling physical copies of Pokemon Sword and Shield for $40 each right now. You'll need to add the games to your cart to see the sale price. There's no telling how long this discount will be available, so if you're interested, you'll want to grab the games while you can. See Pokemon Sword at Best Buy See Pokemon Shield at Best Buy Note that this discount only applies to the base edition of the games; the recently released Expansion Pass bundles still retail for $90 each. Considering that the Sword/Shield Expansion Pass costs $30 on its own, you'd be better off picking up a base copy and then purchasing its Expansion Pass separately--just be careful to choose the Expansion Pass that corresponds to your version of the game.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Pete Davidson Will Play Famous It's A Wonderful Life Character For Charity Table Read

Famous actor Ed Asner is organizing a celebrity table read for the iconic holiday movie It's A Wonderful Life, and the cast is headlined by Pete Davidson portraying Jimmy Stewart's character, George Bailey. Maude Apatow will play Violet Bick, who was originally played by Gloria Grahame in the 1946 movie. The rest of the big-name cast includes Ellie Kemper, Mia Farrow, Carol Kane, Ed Begley Jr., Bill Pullman, Richard Kind, B.D. Wong, Michael Shannon, and Diedrich Bader. The virtual table read will take place on Sunday, December 13, starting at 5 PM PT. All proceeds from the charity event will go to the Ed Asner Family Center, which is a group that raises money for children with special needs and their families.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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PS5 System Update Fixes Game Install And DualSense Charging Issues

A new firmware update for the PlayStation 5 has been released, fixing at least one major issue that has been plaguing players since launch. Outside of rest mode crashes and issues with game downloads, some PS5 players have been reporting issues where the console will uninstall games that have been installed using a disc. This would force users to reinstall the game and download any updates every time it occurred. Sony says in the notes for this latest firmware release that this issue has now been resolved. Another issue noted in the release notes is less problematic but lead to some confusion around the time required to recharge the PS5's new DualSense controller. On some consoles a software issue was preventing the front USB port from providing enough power to the controller to charge, leading to extended charging times or, in some cases, no charging at all. Sony says this has also been fixed.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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HBO's Entourage: Creator Responds To Calls For A Revival Show

Plenty of popular TV shows have received the reboot treatment in recent years, but could HBO's Entourage be next? It's too soon to say, according to series creator Doug Ellin. Ellin shared a news story on Instagram regarding the potential revival, and he added that he is "considering my consideration" of rebooting the show. Ellin and Entourage star Kevin Dillon host an Entourage rewatch podcast called Victory The Podcast where they break down episodes from the show and share anecdotes. Ellin said if people want to see an Entourage reboot someday, they should show the podcast some love, which may in turn drum up interest in getting a reboot off the ground.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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EA Reveals Another $70 Game For PS5 And Xbox Series X, FIFA 21

Electronic Arts has announced its second game for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S that will carry a $10 premium. The publisher confirmed as part of the wider next-gen announcements about FIFA 21 that the game's standalone PS5 and Xbox Series X|S edition will carry a premium price tag of $70 USD. To be very clear, this is the standalone next-gen version of FIFA 21 aimed at people who have picked up a PS5 or Xbox Series X|S but didn't own a previous-gen console. It's more than likely that you can get FIFA 21's next-gen enhancements without spending that much money. For people who already bought FIFA 21 on PS4 or Xbox One, they can upgrade to the next-gen edition for free until FIFA 22 launches in 2021. All progress from the FUT Club and Volta modes carry forward to the next-gen edition.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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FIFA 21 Next-Gen PS5 And Xbox Series X/S Details Revealed

EA has released the first details for the next-gen version of FIFA 21, coming to both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on December 4. Those who already own the current-gen version of FIFA 21 can upgrade to this new version for free by making use of EA's Dual Entitlement. EA promises a huge leap forward in visual quality for next-gen FIFA, with a new deferred lighting system called LiveLight Rendering allowing the developer to create ultra-realistic football environments. Aside from recreating the world's biggest stadiums in more detail than ever before, LiveLight Rendering also combines with muscle flex and strand-based hair technology to bring the sport's stars to life with the series' most detailed player recreations yet. The EA Sports GameCam, meanwhile, is a new gameplay camera inspired by the look and feel of TV broadcasts. This, combined with a series of new pre-match cinematics and Big Goal Moments designed to capture the pandemonium of game-winning goals, should add to the immersion and excitement of each match on next-gen FIFA 21.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Black Friday 2020: This Razer Gaming Keyboard Just Got An Incredible Discount

Razer makes some of the best gaming keyboards out there today, and Black Friday 2020 has a number of discounts on some of their most popular models. The best Black Friday deal easily goes to Amazon, where you can get the Razer BlackWidow Elite gaming keyboard for only $85, down from its regular price of $170. That's an incredible discount that is worth taking advantage of if you need a new keyboard. Razer BlackWidow Elite keyboard $85 (was $170) This particular BlackWidow Elite gaming keyboard comes with Razer Green keys, which are tactile and clicky. Razer's keys are among the best in the industry, and these give a nice loud click with each press. Each key can be programmed with secondary functions that work as macros. The keys also have insular walls that can help protect against dust and liquid--though we still recommend you not spill water on any of your peripherals. See at Amazon The BlackWidow Elite also features Chroma RGB lighting, which you can customize in Razer's Synapse software; a magnetic wrist rest, which makes gaming for longer sessions more comfortable; and dedicated media keys, which allow you to control your music, podcasts, or YouTube videos while you're gaming. The Razer BlackWidow Elite also features USB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio passthrough, making it easier to connect certain devices and save on important USB ports on your PC.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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The World Ends With You Anime Gets Action-Packed First Trailer

The critically acclaimed SquareEnix The World Ends With You video games series is getting an anime movie produced by Square Enix, DOMERICA, and Shin-Ei Animation, that's set to release in April of 2021. Fan favorites Neku, Shiki, Beat, Rhyme, and Joshua are all featured in the new trailer, so check it out below. Those that are uninitiated with the story, The World Ends With You takes place in a fictional version of the famous Shibuya shopping district in Tokyo. While everyday life goes on in the Realground--the RG--the chosen dead are brought to an alternate plane of existence called the Underground---the UG--which is also the venue for the Reapers' Game. The main story follows Neku over the course of the three weeks that he plays the Game, paired with partners Shiki, Joshua, and Beat for each week, respectively. As he develops friendships with his partners, he starts to understand the rules of the Game.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Neo: The World Ends With You Announced, Coming Next Summer

Square Enix has announced a sequel to the cult hit The World Ends With You, simply titled Neo: The World Ends With You. The game is coming to the Nintendo Switch and PS4 next summer. A debut trailer shows off the art style and combat and introduces some of the key characters. The dialogue is all delivered in Japanese--the first TWEWY and this one canonically take place in Shibuya--but it provides a pretty good look at the game's tone and style. The new game looks stylish like the first game, but now all in 3D with a distinctly Jet Set Radio look. The combat also appears to have been given an overhaul.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Best Black Friday 2020 Gaming Laptop Deals

Gigabyte 15" with RTX 2060 $1,149 (was $1,500) | live now See at Newegg MSI 17" with RTX 2070 $1,199 (was $1,499) with code 4STUDENT | starts Nov. 23 See at Newegg Acer 15" with RTX 2070 $1,300 (was $1,600) | Nov. 27 only See at Newegg Asus 17" with RTX 2070 $1,400 (was $1,700) | Nov. 26-27 See at Newegg Dell 15" with GTX 1660 Ti $1,000 (was $1,390) | Nov. 27-28 See at Dell Even though new consoles just released, it's still hard to deny the allure of the gaming laptop. Having a compact and portable way to play PC games is appealing, and thanks to the onslaught of Black Friday deals arriving this week, now's the best time to snag a new gaming laptop. From powerful gaming machines to budget gaming laptops, there are a ton of options on sale this week, and you're sure to find a laptop that fits your gaming needs. With stores like Newegg, Best Buy, and Dell all running big sales, there are plenty of gaming laptop deals to go around. If you're looking for ways to play your PC games on a bigger and better screen, check out the best Black Friday TV deals and the best gaming monitor deals available for Black Friday 2020. You'll find great options at every price point, whether you're looking for a more intimate and responsive gaming monitor or a big-screen 4K TV.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Black Friday 2020: Save On Star Wars Squadrons, PS Plus, And More At Green Man Gaming

PC game store Green Man Gaming is getting in on the Black Friday fun with its own sale, and it's offering substantial discounts on some of the best new PC games and even subscriptions like PlayStation Plus. The GMG Black Friday sale is live now through December 2 and just might be one of your best opportunities to buy PC games all year. Some of the best deals include Star Wars: Squadrons for just $22, which is nearly half off its standard price. You can also get Fallout 76, which continues to improve, for about $13, and the underrated shooter Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville is just $8. One extra bonus you can snag is a year of PlayStation Plus for about $42. More deals will be available on Monday, November 23. * PlayStation Plus 12-Month Membership -- $42 ($60) * Star Wars: Squadrons -- $22 ($40) * Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order -- $22 ($60) * Fallout 76 -- $13 ($40) * Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville -- $8 ($40) * Anno 1800 -- $17 ($60) * The Sims 4 -- $4 ($40) * Doom Eternal -- $20 ($60) * Assassin's Creed Odyssey -- $16 ($60) * Far Cry New Dawn -- $9 ($40) * FIFA 21 -- $33 ($60) The majority of the games in GMG's Black Friday sale are playable on Steam, and you can see the digital store listed next to the game in question before you buy it. EA's are compatible with Origin, while Ubisoft's make use of its Uplay service.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Cyberpunk 2077 Could Be In The Wild, So Be Wary Of Spoilers

After numerous delays, Cyberpunk 2077 is finally set to release next month. However, it looks like there could be physical copies already in the wild, and you'd be wise to avoid watching gameplay if you want to avoid spoilers ahead of the launch date. Images of sealed PS4 copies of the game have appeared online, and a Reddit poster claims they were able to hold one in advance via a job at Amazon. The box art lists two Blu-ray discs along with stickers, postcards, a world compendium, and a game map, as well as extra digital content. If you've purchased The Witcher 3's physical version, then these contents should seem familiar, as CD Projekt Red included stickers and other goodies in the standard edition of that game, too.We’re almost there boys. I actually had the game in my hands. from r/cyberpunkgame But with copies potentially leaking into the wild, including gameplay videos that are quickly getting removed, you have to be mindful of spoilers. We've learned quite a bit about the world of Cyberpunk 2077, including its factions and the backstory of Johnny Silverhand, but there is plenty we don't know.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Galactus Threatens Fortnite's Very Existence Next Month

Fortnite has run several Marvel-centric events thus far, including Avengers, Deadpool, and Wolverine challenges, but things are getting a little more intense--and the stakes are getting higher--in its latest event. Fortnite: Nexus War will come to a close on December 1, and it's up to players to defeat Galactus or risk having the universe itself destroyed. The Battle Bus is loaded and ready to go. This is our final stand to save all Reality. The Devourer of Worlds arrives 12.1.20 4 PM EThttps://t.co/AGuTlNcu3h pic.twitter.com/ERKfEh4M9S — Fortnite (@FortniteGame) November 21, 2020 The fight against Galactus kicks off on December 1 at 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET, and it's a one-time-only event. Epic Games recommends you get into Fortnite about an hour before the scheduled start time and the playlist will appear about 30 minutes prior to the event. You'll need to have update 14.60 downloaded in order to play and as the court case continues between Apple and Epic Games, iOS players are still left out of the fun. It's possible there could be a workaround on the way via iOS' Safari web browser, which is what some other companies are also doing instead of supporting dedicated apps. Just a few days ago, Fortnite also brought video chat to the game through the Houseparty app. It's available for the PC, PS5, and PS4 versions of the game and you need to have either an iOS or Android phone with the app installed. If you link your accounts, you'll get a special Rainbow Fog Wrap, as well.
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Save Big On A Yearly Giant Bomb Premium Membership Right Now

We love our pals over at GameSpot's sister site Giant Bomb, and in order to get access to awesome ongoing series like Sea Beasts, Mass Alex, and Breaking Brad, you need a Premium membership. With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, we're thankful for the savings available on a subscription right now Until November 30 at midnight PT, which is Cyber Monday, you can extend or buy a new Giant Bomb Premium subscription for $35. These subscriptions typically cost $50, amounting to a 30% savings. Gift cards are still $50 if you are purchasing the membership for someone else, but this will then last the lucky recipient 18 months instead of a year. See on Giant Bomb Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Here's How You Can Track Bug Fixes In Black Ops Cold War

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War has had a number of bug fixes since it launched earlier this month. Developer Treyarch wants to keep players in-the-know about changes it'll be making to the shooter so it's created a Trello board. Players can check it to see the status of upcoming fixes. "While this won't serve as a comprehensive list of known issues (several of which are listed below), we'll do our best to track the bigger issues of specific interest for the community here," read a post on Treyarch's official site. "You can also come here for details on how to report bugs on your specific platform, where to contact Player Support, and when to expect specific fixes to be released." The board includes known issues for both multiplayer and Zombies modes as well as general bugs the studio hopes to address quickly. It also has info on previous and upcoming updates as well as info on the Black Ops Cold War roadmap that begins on December 10.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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GI Joe Classified Line Gets Brand-New Flint And Lady Jaye Figures

No matter if there's trouble over land or sea or air, G.I. Joe is there. Well, metaphorically they are there because G.I. Joe isn't real. It's a toy line and cartoon. During Fan First Friday, Hasbro announced a couple of new G.I. Joe Classified figures that look exactly like their cartoon counterparts. Both Flint and Lady Jaye are getting the action figure treatment. While the toys were revealed during the November 20 stream, they're still a ways off from coming out, landing in stores in April 2021. Costing $20, both figures will be available at HasbroPulse for preorder today and will be available in retail stores after the release date.Gallery Yes, the Flint figure comes with his classic beret. It wouldn't be him without it. It's a highly-posable six-inch scale figure, which lines up with the other figures in the Classified line. Additionally, it will come with accessories like more guns for Flint to hold and aim. And again, look at that sweet beret.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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PS4 8.01 Update Out Now, And You Know Where This Is Going

While much of the attention these days from Sony is on the recently released PlayStation 5, its younger sibling is still getting some love. Sony has released the latest firmware update for the PlayStation 4, but, you guessed it, this one doesn't do much. PS4 version 8.01 improves system performance, but that's all there is to say. The one-sentence patch notes read, "This system software update improves system performance." The PS4's 8.0 update, which arrived in October, was much more substantial. Among other things, it introduced updates to party and messages, new free avatars, simplified parental controls, and enhanced two-step authentication that finally allows the use of apps.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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How Cyberpunk 2077 Found The Sound Of The Future

The music of CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 helps to set the mood and establish the atmosphere of the setting of Night City. Along with a soundtrack featuring guest artists like Run The Jewels, A$AP Rocky, and Grimes, it also has an original score headed up by Marcin Przybyłowicz, who previously worked on The Witcher III, along with other composers from games and film. Prior to the recent Night City Wire episode, which announced the release of the Cyberpunk 2077 EP, I had the chance to speak with the music composers P.T. Adamczyk (Gwent, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales) and Paul Leonard-Morgan (Limitless, Dredd, and Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War III) about crafting the sounds of Night City. Along with breaking down the creative process of making music for the game, they explained what new influences they drew from and what types of music they steered clear from to build the game's unique score. We also had the chance to get another round of hands-on time with the game, so check out our latest impressions from playing 16 hours of the full game. Editor's Note: This interview was edited for clarity and readability.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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New Among Us Map Teased, Announcement Coming At The Game Awards

One of the most popular games on the planet, Among Us, is seemingly getting a new map, and the official announcement may not be far off. An official Twitter account for Among Us has appeared, and its first tweet contained a teaser image for the game's new map. The image shows what looks to the control deck of a ship, complete with a captain's chair and various control panels. 🚀 Welcome to the official Among Us Twitter 🚀 Get all the news, peeks, and fun shenanigans here and become a part of the crew. Here's a special look at the NEW Among Us map! (For your eyes only!!) (Don't show the impostors!!) pic.twitter.com/FrCkK7ZcnI — Among Us (@AmongUsGame) November 18, 2020 A follow-up tweet tells fans that they can expect more news during The Game Awards on December 10. That's the annual awards show run by industry veteran Geoff Keighley. Just recently, the full list of nominees were announced, and Among Us is nominated for Best Multiplayer and Best Mobile Game.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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NBA 2K21 Black Friday 2020 Deals Slash Its Price To $27 (PS4/Xbox One/Switch)

NBA 2K21 is the latest edition of the annual basketball sim franchise, and as is customary for the series, it'll be seeing some steep discounts on PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch for Black Friday 2020. The former two versions are also playable on next-gen hardware, but you should be aware that a pricier, native next-gen edition exists for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S that is not included in the sales we've seen so far. NBA 2K21 Best deal: $27 at GameStop (available November 25) NBA 2K21 will be on sale at a variety of retailers for Black Friday, but the best deal of the bunch so far comes from GameStop, where the PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch editions will be discounted to $27 (more than 50% off). If you'd rather shop elsewhere, a number of retailers will sell it for just $28. Either way, this is the cheapest the game has been available for since its release in September. See at GameStop See at Best Buy See at Walmart As noted above, the PS4 and Xbox One versions are backwards-compatible with the PS5 and Xbox Series X, respectively. But with these deals being on physical copies, you'll need a disc drive to take advantage--meaning PS5 Digital edition and Xbox Series S owners will need to hold out for a possible digital deal. In our NBA 2K21 review, we criticized the game for lacking major new improvements and continuing its frustrating usage of microtransactions, though it does offer some welcome tweaks. "NBA 2K21 shows that the lone basketball sim we have now has largely stagnated. It's a full package, for sure, but one that demonstrates little-to-no motivation to meaningfully improve upon itself," Michael Higham wrote. "That doesn't take away from the strong foundation that makes NBA 2K a fun and rewarding time. However, when you go through the same grind and the same process with only superficial changes, you just get burnt out faster than years prior. If ball is still life, NBA 2K21 is as good a version as any to pick, although even the greatest ballers need a rest."Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Billionaire GameStop Investor Calls For Big Changes, Including More Store Closures

One of retailer GameStop's biggest private investors has called on the company to make significant changes, and close stores, to help turn things around. The plan also includes a recommendation to scale down or close GameStop's businesses in Europe and Australia. Through his venture capital firm RC Ventures, Chewy Inc. co-founder Ryan Cohen holds a 9.8 percent stake in GameStop's shares, making him one of the biggest investors. Cohen said in a letter that his attempts to discuss changes with management privately "yielded little progress," he's now reaching out to the board of directors to try to stir things up. In the letter obtained by The Wall Street Journal, Cohen said GameStop "lacks the mindset, resources, and plan needed to become a dominant sector player." Cohen called out GameStop for its "apparent unwillingness to pivot with urgency and grow with gamers."Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Assassin's Creed Valhalla Guide: How To Unseal The Well Of Urdr For The "Well-Traveled" Quest

Assassin's Creed Valhalla connects the Viking age to the deep Assassin's Creed lore, which means there are plenty of secrets to uncover. One such mystery is the pathway to the Well of Urdr in Asgard, as part of the Well-Traveled quest. The way is blocked by gates that respond to beams of light, and you know what that means: it's time for a mirror puzzle. As you may expect if you've encountered mirror puzzles in other games, the goal is simply to position the beam of light towards a node that will unlock the gates. As the puzzles get trickier, you'll need to split or reflect the beams to make them hit more than one target. What makes the Well of Urdr puzzle especially tricky is that the cave is very dark, so you won't necessarily be able to see the entire solution clearly. That means you'll have to use some more trial and error to get the positioning right--but knowing where to look should help. The first light beam is easy, since it simply introduces you to the concept. When you progress to the second part of the puzzle, aim the light source upward, toward the back of the room between the two large trees. That reflector will split the beam into two separate beams running in opposite directions.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Hulu Live TV Will Cost More Starting In December

Just as Netflix did recently, Hulu has announced it will be increasing its prices. According to the green-flecked streaming service itself, Hulu with Live TV will be increasing its price to $65 a month, an uptick that will cost as much as YouTube TV once it goes into effect on December 18. This marks a $10 monthly increase for current customers, and the cost increase will impact both new and current customers. The last time Hulu increased costs for subscribers was last year, when the price similarly went from $45 to $55, again, on December 18 back in 2019. Were it not for the pandemic and cost-cutting measures families all over the US might be considering, a $10 increase for streaming services might not seem like that big of a deal. However, it's worth remembering that these types of cord-cutting packages were meant to entice people who wanted to avoid cable bills for all sorts of unwanted channels. But as each ecosystem wants to compete and offer exclusive or exclusively licensed content, costs have been climbing annually. Considering that $65 per month--an 18% increase--still gets you access to Hulu's programming with ads (the ad-free tier will cost $71), it is worth pondering the costs and overall value.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Demon's Souls Remake: How To Find One Of The Best Early-Game Weapons

Demon's Souls is a bit different to most other Soulsborne games in that it's divided into distinctly separate areas that are each linked to a hub world. This allows you to visit Demon's Souls areas out of consecutive order, and that's something you should do if you're looking for one of the best early-game weapons that you can find: the Crescent Falchion. This curved sword is a powerful addition to your arsenal, possessing high base magic damage. Just like in Dark Souls, magic damage is very powerful in Demon's Souls, especially in the early game. So if you're having a bit of trouble with the enemies found in Demon's Souls, nabbing the Crescent Falchion will help you quite a bit. Where To Find The Crescent Falchion Once you've unlocked the ability to travel through any of the archestones, you want to pick World 4-1, Shrine of Storms. Don't worry, you don't actually have to beat the level to grab the Crescent Falchion--it's actually found fairly early on.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Justice League Snyder Cut: Ezra Miller Shot New Footage On Fantastic Beasts 3 Set

One of the most anticipated DC releases of 2021 isn't a new movie or show--it's Zack Snyder's reworking of the much-maligned 2017 movie Justice League. Snyder is making a new four-hour version of the film, which mixes previously unseen material with newly shot footage. One of the actors who has returned for reshoots is Flash actor Ezra Miller, and Snyder has revealed that he shot his new scenes on the set of the next Fantastic Beasts movie. Speaking to Beyond the Trailer, Snyder explained that he was unable to fly to the UK to film Miller, so asked the Fantastic Beasts crew to help out. "I had to get a pick-up shot of Ezra when we were doing this little bit," he said. "You know, he's on Fantastic Beasts, and that's in London, and we weren't going to travel to London, unfortunately. I would have loved to have done that. So what we did was we picked him up on a Zoom, and the Fantastic Beasts crew, I sent them these drawings. I was like, 'Ok, this is what he has to do, this is where he is.'" Snyder also spoke about the problems of finding the various superhero costumes from the 2017 shoot for the actors to wear in the reshoots. "They were all over the place," he said. "In museums and stuff. We had to tear them out of there. One of the cowls we put on just ripped in half!"Continue Reading at GameSpot
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HBO Max Finally Coming To Amazon Fire TV Devices

AT&T/WarnerMedia's HBO Max launched back in May, and while it's a great streaming service, the major issue with it is that it has limited accessibility because it is not available on Roku or Amazon Fire TV devices. However, HBO Max will finally be available on Amazon devices, like the Fire Stick, this week. Hitting devices on Tuesday, November 17, HBO Max will be available on Fire Tablets and Fire TVs, according to a press release from HBO Max. This news means 40 million more people will have access to HBO Max. "We are very excited that Amazon customers will now be able to enjoy the best-in-class content that lives within HBO Max," said WarnerMedia's head of sales and distribution Tony Goncalves. "Our continued goal is to make HBO Max and its unparalleled content available to customers across all the devices they love. Fire TV is a favorite among customers and we look forward to working with the Amazon team to engage and grow our existing subscriber base by showcasing all that HBO Max has to offer."Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Best-Selling Games And Consoles Of October 2020 Revealed, And No. 1 Game Is A Surprise (US)

The NPD Group has published its latest monthly sales report, revealing which games and consoles sold the best in the United States during October 2020. Starting with games, FIFA 21 was the top-seller of the month. This is a big event, as it marked the first time in NPD's history that a FIFA game was No. 1 in the US in October. Last year, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare was October's best-seller due to its earlier-than-usual release date. Madden NFL 21, Watch Dogs: Legion, NHL 21, and Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit rounded out the top five best-selling games in the US during October 2020.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Call Of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Just Set A New Sales Record

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War officially released on Friday the 13th, but the game was not cursed--far from it. Activision Blizzard announced on Sunday that the game has set a new global franchise sales record for most digital units sold on launch day. "Friday's release of Black Ops Cold War set a new record as the highest first day digital sales worldwide in franchise history. Thank you to Call of Duty players everywhere," Activision. Blizzard executive Anna Malmhake said in a statement. "Launch is just the start This new title is releasing into the largest and most engaged Call of Duty community ever. We look forward to delivering an incredible amount of free post launch content, events and support for the entire community as Black Ops Cold War evolves just as we did last year following the release of Modern Warfare," the executive added.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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The Suicide Squad Adds Sylvester Stallone To Its Already Impressive Cast

Yet another major movie star has joined the cast for James Gunn's new DC movie, The Suicide Squad. Gunn himself announced on Instagram that John Rambo actor Sylvester Stallone will appear in the film, though his exact role is unclear. "Always love working with my friend [Sylvester Stallone] & our work today on The Suicide Squad was no exception. Despite Sly being an iconic movie star, most people still don’t have any idea what an amazing actor this guy is," Gunn said. Stallone then replied, saying, "James, Coming from a tireless And amazing Director I consider that to be the Paramount of compliments! Keep punching."Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Demon's Souls Has New Secret Door That No One Can Open

Demon's Souls features plenty of secrets and hidden passageways that can give you shortcuts or access to extra treasure, but it appears Bluepoint Games may have added a new Easter egg for the PS5 remake. Players have discovered what appears to be a new door fairly early in the game. The only problem is that no one can figure out how to open it. The new door, which is behind an illusory wall you must attack to reveal, is located in the Tower Knight Archstone area. It's commonly called "1-3" in Demon's Souls fan circles because of how the game progresses between the five main Archstones. The wall itself is even obscured by some breakable rubble, but you'll be greeted with an "it appears to be locked" message if you try to open the door. There's a mysterious new door in the Demon's Souls Remake, and no one knows how to open it👀https://t.co/TdpHLuIRsR pic.twitter.com/MwYjcNy7ed — Vaati (@VaatiVidya) November 14, 2020 Users on the game's Reddit page haven't been able to figure out what is behind the door or how to open it, but it looks like this will be the next great Souls mystery until someone does.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Stardew Valley Update 1.5 Is Nearly Here

Stardew Valley released well over four years ago and developed Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone hasn't slowed down with continuing to improve the game and add more features. One of its bigger content updates is version 1.5, and Barone said it's finally nearing release. the 1.5 update is in the "home stretch", it's a very big update so there is a lot of polishing and bug fixing necessary to make sure it's ready. It'll be very fun to share it with all of you in the near future. I think you'll be really happy and surprised with all the new stuff! — ConcernedApe (@ConcernedApe) November 13, 2020 It's definitely more heavy on the late-game content, but there are some new features/options that you can choose for a new game that might make a fresh run worthwhile — ConcernedApe (@ConcernedApe) November 13, 2020 Writing on Twitter, Barone said that his new update is in the "home stretch" of development and that most efforts now are on polishing it and squashing remainnig bugs. He added that new features included will make it worthwhile to run through the game from the beginning, but the majority of the content in the update is meant for endgame players. Earlier this year, Barone teased exciting new content for Stardew Valley, and an image he shared included a new back door in Willy's shack. One feature we know for sure is coming to both consoles and PC is split-screen cooperative play. Barone said the total number of players supported could vary depending on the system, possibly with four-player support on some platforms and two-player support on others.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Yakuza: Like A Dragon Job Guide - Every Unlockable Job And Which Ones Are Worth Your Time

Yakuza: Like a Dragon has gone full-on RPG, and that means introducing classic RPG elements like a character class system. These classes are called “jobs” (a la Final Fantasy) and offer the chance for characters to learn new skills, get a boost to stats, and generally break out of their default roles. While it’s possible to finish the game without changing jobs, exploring the system to its fullest will make your adventure a lot more satisfying, and gets you a few important skills that carry over between jobs. So which jobs are worth using, and which careers are best left ignored? Read on to learn all about your job options. For our thoughts on the game, read our Yakuza: Like a Dragon review. Otherwise, you can expect more guides in the coming days.Table of Contents [hide] * What is the Job System? What is the Job System? Kasuga and company will be able to learn and use different combat skills from changing their jobs. Jobs can be changed starting in mid-chapter 5 at Hello Work. Talk to Ririka and she will give you a list of available jobs for each character. Not all jobs will be available immediately--some will require characters to be at certain experience and bond levels to be selectable. In Kasuga’s case, some jobs will require both a certain experience level and his various attributes to be at certain levels.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Is Demon's Souls Remake Coming To PC?

The Demon's Souls remake was released on November 12, 2020 as a PS5 launch game, but whether or not it will remain exclusive on the new console or eventually come to PC, either through Steam or another digital storefront, is a bit confusing. Below, we'll parse through some of the messaging provided by Sony around the possibility of a Demon's Souls PC version and speculate on whether or not we think it's likely to happen. Is Demon's Souls Remake Getting a PC Version? An early gameplay reveal trailer for Bluepoint's Demon's Souls remake closed out with a screen clearly stating in the footnote, "Also available on PC." It also referred to the game as a "PlayStation exclusive," with the added note, "Not available on other consoles for a limited time." This led many to believe that the Demon's Souls remake was a PS5 console launch exclusive and that it would eventually make its way to other platforms, including PC.Demon's Souls remake trailer bumper suggesting a PC version. According to Sony, this messaging was "human error." The trailer was promptly taken down and replaced with a new version of the trailer that did not include the PC announcement. When pressed for clarification by Kotaku on whether or not this means Demon's Souls is not coming to PC, a Sony representative said, "Yes, it's just PS5."Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Fresh Prince Reunion Sets HBO Max Release Date With New Trailer

The Fresh Prince reunion on HBO Max finally has a release date: November 19. The streaming service tweeted a two-minute trailer for the reunion, which gives a nice solid overview for what to expect and a sense of the tone. Check it out below. The unscripted reunion was filmed on September 10 and looks to be an informal roundtable on the original set. Returning cast members include Will Smith, Tatyana Ali, Karyn Parsons, Joseph Marcell, Daphne Maxwell Reid, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and Alfonso Riberio. Noticeably absent from the list is James Avery--who played family patriarch Philip Banks--who died in 2013. HBO Max is reportedly teasing appearances by additional "special surprise guests." A fun bit of trivia about the September 10 date--that is literally 30 years after Fresh Prince first premiered on NBC in 1990. Now this is a story all about how the Freshest family on TV is getting back together 🤩🥳 Join the Banks family for the #FreshPrinceReunion November 19 only on HBO Max! pic.twitter.com/8xRsGPUW4X — HBO Max (@hbomax) November 13, 2020 Marcus Raboy (music videos for Ice Cube, Naughty By Nature, and countless artists since 1991) directed the special. Showrunner Rikki Hughes executive produced alongside Miguel Melendez, Lukas Kaiser, and Brad Haugen for Westbrook Media.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Xbox Series X / S Wishlist: Improvements We Want To See

While folks are starting to get their hands on Microsoft's Xbox Series X and Series S, we've had the chance to take a closer look at these consoles for quite some time. After analyzing both models--which both yield a ton of promise--we began to consider the numerous ways that Microsoft could further improve its next-generation consoles, whether it be through firmware updates or future hardware iterations. Below we detail our biggest wishes for Xbox Series X/S as it stands after having had these consoles for a few weeks and what we think would help both consoles shine even brighter than they already do. As a note, we avoided going into predictable requests like "Release Halo: Infinite now" or "Give us more first-party games to play." This article is focused more on the console from a feature-set or quality-of-life standpoint. After you're done reading, be sure to jump into the comments to share your biggest wishes for the consoles moving forward. If you're still on the fence about which Xbox is right for you, read our Xbox Series X review and our Xbox Series S review.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Sega Is Considering More Atlus Ports, Remasters, And Remakes

Sega may be out of the Japanese arcade business, but it still has plans to expand its audience around the world by dipping further into the library of Atlus games. After Persona 4 Golden exceeded the publisher's expectations when it was ported to PC this year, more Atlus game ports, remakes, and remasters are being considered, according to Sega Sammy president and CEO Haruki Satomi. "As for Steam, while we haven't been actively releasing Atlus titles on PC, we felt that there was much potential there and put out a direct port of Persona 4 Golden for PC, and the user response was far beyond our expectations," Satomi said during a financial results briefing that was translated by Gematsu. "That being said, we hope to release Atlus catalog titles across various platforms, whether as direct ports or in the form of remasters or remakes." Persona 4 Golden was a popular release on Steam due to the perfect storm of it having a cult-classic status, positive reviews, and a low price of admission. The last main game in the series, Persona 5 on the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4, was another well-received entry in the franchise when it arrived in 2017 and was expanded on further in 2019's Persona 5 Royal on the PS4.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Xbox Cloud Streaming Preview Coming To 4 New Countries, Including Australia

Four new countries are joining the Xbox Project xCloud preview program soon, and users will be able to stream select Xbox titles to mobile. Registration is available for the service from today, letting fans join the program and test out Xbox streaming from November 18. Project xCloud runs games through custom Xbox One S hardware in Microsoft datacenters, and is currently only available on Android phones (although an iPhone workaround is available in some regions). Anyone who registers successfully will be able to test the service through the Xbox Game Streaming (Preview) app, found in the Google Play store. The list of games supported varies depending on region, and is different from the US list. Here's every game supported across the four regions: * ARK: Survival Evolved (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Batman™: Arkham Knight (AU, BR, MX) * Black Desert (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon (AU, BR, MX, JP) * CODE VEIN (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Cricket 19 (AU, BR, MX, JP) * DayZ (AU) * Dead by Daylight: Special Edition (AU, BR, MX) * Destiny 2 (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Devil May Cry 5 (AU, BR, MX, JP) * eFootball PES 2020 (AU, BR, MX) * F1® 2019 (AU, BR, MX) * Forza Horizon 4 (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Gears 5 (AU, BR, MX) * Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger Ix (JP) * Halo Wars 2: Standard Edition (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Halo: The Master Chief Collection (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (AU, BR, MX) * HITMAN (AU, BR, MX) * Just Cause 4 (AU, BR, MX) * Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition (JP) * Minecraft Dungeons - Windows 10 (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae (JP) * Ori and the Will of the Wisps (AU, BR, MX, JP) * PLAYERUNKNOWN'S BATTLEGROUNDS (AU, BR, MX, JP) * ReCore (JP) * RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Sea of Thieves (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Shadow of the Tomb Raider (AU, BR, MX) * Sid Meier's Civilization VI (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Skyforge (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Smite (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Stellaris: Console Edition (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Tekken 7 (AU, BR, MX, JP) * WWE 2K20 (AU, BR, MX, JP) * Yakuza 0 (AU, BR, MX, JP) Project xCloud is invite only, but Microsoft plans to send out a lot of invites. The plan is to roll out streaming in these markets through Game Pass Ultimate in 2021. Continue Reading at GameSpot
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No, Xbox Series X Doesn't Pour Smoke Out Of Its Vents

A series of viral videos purporting to show the new Xbox Series X pouring plumes of smoke from its air vent have been circulating on social media, but these appear to be fake. Multiple people have replicated the smoking effect by blowing vape smoke through the Xbox. A debunking video from the fan account XboxStudio shows how to recreate the "smoking" effect, even when the console is off. It calls the viral videos "fake news." Others have suggested that smoke from an electrical fire would not look so similar to vape smoke. Some of the viral videos have also included strange sounds coming from the console. Microsoft has not issued an official statement on the viral videos. GameSpot has contacted the company for comment.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Best Black Friday 2020 PlayStation Plus Deals

If you're buying a PS5 this holiday, one of the most important add-ons you should pair with your new console is a PlayStation Plus subscription. With Black Friday sales gearing up now and potentially lots of new PlayStation owners out there, we've rounded up the best PlayStation Plus deals. PS Plus grants access to online multiplayer, unlocks cloud save functionality, and comes with monthly free games. The freebies will continue to be backwards-compatible PS4 games for the time being, but for the rest of the year you can claim the PS5 version of Bugsnax. Sony has also added a new perk: the PS Plus Collection. Subscribers get a library of PS4 hits, including titles like God of War, The Last of Us Remastered, and Bloodborne. If you're looking to pick up some new games for cheap, we've got you covered with our roundup of the best Black Friday PS5 and PS4 game deals. Multiple retailers have already released full Black Friday ads featuring a ton of gaming deals, including Best Buy and GameStop. PS Plus 12-Month Subscription $30.50 (was $60) Similar to Prime Day, the best Black Friday PlayStation Plus deal so far isn't technically a Black Friday deal. This PS Plus deal gets you a one-year subscription for 50% off the retail price. We've been tracking this Ebay listing for months now. While the price has fluctuated a bit over time, it's available right now for the lowest price we've seen. See at Ebay Continue Reading at GameSpot
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November Xbox Game Pass Includes Destiny 2: Beyond Light, Halo 4, River City Girls, And More.

Xbox Game Pass is getting a lot of games in November. Totaling 11 titles, the new additions include Destiny 2: Beyond Light, Final Fantasy VIII Remastered, Halo MCC: Halo 4, River City Girls, and more. Not all will be available on all platforms included in Xbox Game Pass--Android, console, and PC--and nor will the games be made available at the same time. Below is a full list of new titles announced so far for November's Xbox Game Pass, as well as what platforms you can find them on and what their arrival date will be. Additionally, if you have the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, EA Play is available now. EA Play will be available on December 15 for those who have the PC edition of Xbox Game Pass. The fold-in of EA Play will make available over 60 EA games, and standout titles include FIFA 20, Titanfall 2, Mass Effect, and The Sims. All games coming to Xbox Game Pass in November: * Gears Tactics (Android & console)--Nov 9 * Destiny 2: Beyond Light (Android & console)--Nov 10 * Planet Coaster: Console Edition (Android & console)--Nov 10 * Tetris Effect: Connected (console & PC)--Nov 12 * Final Fantasy VIII Remastered (console & PC)--Nov 12 * Gonner2 (Android)--Nov 12 * Streets of Rogue (PC)--Nov 12 * Ark: Survival Evolved: Explorer’s Edition (Android, console & PC)--Nov 17 * Halo MCC: Halo 4 (PC)--Nov 17 * River City Girls (Android, console & PC)--Nov 19 * Star Renegades (Android & console)--Nov 19 All games leaving Xbox Game Pass on November 16: * Darksiders III (console & PC) * Munchkin (console & PC) * The Talos Principle (console & PC) * Tracks: The Train Set Game (console & PC) Microsoft also recently announced that it is partnering with Disney+ to offer a perk to Xbox Ultimate Game Pass subscribers. Members will get a free 30-day subscription to Disney+, but it is an offer only available to new subscribers.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare/Warzone Patch Notes Released (November 9)

A new update for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and the battle royale game Warzone is coming very soon, and it sounds like it will make some welcome changes. [Update: the patch is now live, and you can see the patch notes below] Starting off, the update shrinks the file size of Modern Warfare and Warzone by around 25GB on each platform, Infinity Ward's Paul Haile said on Twitter. Players will be able to download high-resolution textures, but these will be optional. And on PC, a new option is being added that gives you the ability to stream high-resolution assets dynamically, Haile said. In addition to these changes, the update for Modern Warfare and Warzone includes the first upgrades for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Haile did not share any details on these improvements, however, but this should all become clear very soon.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Why Call Of Duty: Black Ops Is Introducing "Synchronized" XP With Warzone And Modern Warfare

The Call of Duty franchise is in a unique position currently with multiple games in the franchise--Call of Duty: Warzone and Modern Warfare--continuing to perform very well, and a third, Black Ops Cold War, scheduled for release very soon (and this is to say nothing of Call of Duty Mobile which is hugely popular, too). Due in part to the gigantic success of the free-to-play battle royale game Warzone, Activision is introducing a new "synchronized" levelling system where XP and levels apply to all three games. We recently had the chance to speak with Black Ops Cold War lead designer Tony Flame about this new approach where earning XP in one game applies to all three, and he shed some light on why and how Black Ops will become baked into Warzone. "Warzone is a 2020 game. It's not even a year old; it's barely half a year old. And people are still really highly engaged with it," Flame said. "So we didn't want to be splitting players with a game that wasn't even a year old and has a lot of steam. So we decided to double down on Warzone and make our battle royale experience for Cold War within Warzone. So you're going to have Cold War guns, you're going to have a Cold War story."Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Bugsnax Review Roundup

This week marks the start of a new console generation, with the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S / Series X coming out. But while fans await their next-gen systems, there are still some current-gen games dropping--Bugsnax being one of them, available on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Check below to see what critics are saying about the cutesy puzzle adventure. Bugsnax arrives on November 12 and reviews have started publishing online. The general consensus around Young Horses' latest puzzle-adventure title is that it's a cute experience with a quirky premise that can be occasionally unsatisfying but makes up for it with its light-hearted storytelling. Critics largely found themselves entertained with the whole snack of it all. Some have compared the game to both Ape Escape and Pokemon Snap, titles that hold a lot of memories in the hearts of gamers familiar with them. Even without these reference points, reviewers found Bugsnax to be both lovable and endearing. Critics also pointed out that the game follows a similar tone to Young Horses' last project, 2014's Octodad: Dadliest Catch.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Xbox Is Taking Over Queenstown, New Zealand To Promote The Series X Launch

Microsoft has announced a big campaign to promote the Xbox Series X in New Zealand. Xbox ANZ is hosting an event in Queenstown, New Zealand that will see the technology giant transform the New Zealand city into "Greenstown." Part of this includes, apparently, installing a giant refrigerator Xbox Series X on the water in town. Just over 24 hours to go until #Greenstown kicks off. It all starts Here. pic.twitter.com/jqWFjnoTaU — Xbox ANZ (@XboxANZ) November 8, 2020 This is all happening to promote a livestream countdown event that begins at 9 PM AEDT on Monday, November 9 in New Zealand.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Star Wars News Teased By Xbox For Game Pass With Baby Yoda Image

It appears some Xbox x Star Wars news is coming soon. The Xbox Game Pass Twitter account posted a teaser today about The Mandalorian and The Child AKA Baby Yoda. "All we're gonna say is that we're not posting The Mandalorian and The Child for no reason," the tweet says. The account is known for its humorous style and tone ahead of future announcements, and this latest tweet is seemingly keeping with that tradition. All we're gonna say is that we're not posting The Mandalorian and The Child for no reason pic.twitter.com/LK5iDuzDcn — Xbox Game Pass (@XboxGamePass) November 8, 2020 Multiple Xbox employees responded to the tweet with their own cryptic GIFs, but there is no clear indication as to what any of this is referring to. Continue Reading at GameSpot
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PS5 Trophy Lists Have Appeared Online, So Take Caution

If you're wary of spoilers for your new PS5 games this week, you may want to be careful where you go on the web. Trophy lists for some of the biggest launch titles, including Demon's Souls and Bugsnax--yes, we're talkin' bout it--have appeared online, showing the bosses and other challenges you'll face in these games. Thus far, the trophy-hunting and guide site PowerPyx has posted trophy lists for Demon's Souls (linked earlier in this sentence), Astro's Playroom, Bugsnax, Godfall, and Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Not all of these games have a strong story focus, so you're probably not going to have too much ruined for you if you can't resist taking a look. However, some of the fun in getting trophies and achievements comes from not knowing exactly when you're going to get a new one.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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The Witcher TV Series Shuts Down Production After Positive COVID Test

For the second time, Netflix has been forced to stop production on The Witcher's second season due to positive COVID-19 tests, without a firm date for when it will resume. Continue Reading at GameSpot
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New Mass Effect Officially In Development With Veteran Team

Many of us assumed that BioWare was going to announce a Mass Effect trilogy collection during N7 Day today, but we didn't expect this other piece of news: A new Mass Effect game is in development. Details on the project are extremely scarce, but BioWare is working on the "next chapter of the Mass Effect universe" and it will feature a "veteran team" from the company. It's unclear who will be involved in the project, as original creative director Casey Hudson now leads the entire studio. Mass Effect: Andromeda creative director Mac Walters appears to still be with the company and served as a writer on the original games as well as Jade Empire. Andromeda wasn't as well-received as the earlier games, with criticism directed at its story, character animations, and quest design. In GameSpot's Mass Effect: Andromeda review, critic Scott Butterworth also found technical issues and disliked the characters.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Demon's Souls: Watch 12 Minutes Of Gameplay With The Director

Demon's Souls is one of the most exciting PS5 exclusives releasing this year, with Bluepoint Games fully remaking From Software's 2009 masterpiece to take advantage of the new hardware. In a new 12-minute gameplay walkthrough, creative director Gavin Moore showed off offline gameplay, as well as the HUD that was disabled during previous gameplay demonstrations. After showing off the robust new character creator, Moore shows off the Nexus area, a hub comparable to the Hunter's Dream from Bloodborne or the Firelink Shrine in Dark Souls 3. From here, you can use the game's five Archstones to travel to the game's various regions--there isn't a sixth one, as the unfinished content from the original game wasn't completed for the remake. The loading times for traveling to the first Archstone's area--the Gates of Boletaria--are nearly non-existent. After a short cinematic featuring a dragon, the gameplay begins, and it's nothing short of stunning.Continue Reading at GameSpot
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Chappelle's Show Hits Netflix & HBO Max; Here's Why One Episode Is Missing

It's now pretty normal that when an older show hits streaming services, a few episodes don't make the transition for one reason or another. The Comedy Central classic, Chappelle's Show, is now streaming on HBO Max and Netflix, but without a particular episode. Starting November 1, HBO Max made Chappelle's Show, Reno 911!, Inside Amy Schumer, Nathan For You, and Key & Peele available for streaming. Netflix, too, is streaming Chappelle as of the first of the month. Neither service, though, includes Season 2, Episode 6: "The Internet & Moment in the Life of Lil Jon."Continue Reading at GameSpot
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GTA 5, Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 And Xbox Series X Compatibility Detailed

Rockstar Games has detailed how some of its big games, including Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, will work on the new PS5, Xbox Series X, and Series S. Those games will be backward compatible on both next-gen consoles upon launch next week. This also includes the most recent version of LA Noire, and the PlayStation VR La Noire: The VR Case Files. The backwards compatibility includes cross-saves, so you can pick up right where you left off by transferring your save file or downloading from the cloud. All of your online progress in GTA Online or Red Dead Online will come across too, as long as you're using the same account information that's linked to your game profiles. Rockstar also noted that all the previous Xbox One backward compatible games would continue to work on Series X and Series S, and compatible PS2 games will be playable on PS5:Continue Reading at GameSpot
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PS5 Already Sold Out In Japan, Sony Warns

Sony's PlayStation 5 is days away from launch, but if you haven't preordered, you're likely out of luck--even in Japan, the system's home country. Sony has announced that you won't be able to buy the system from store shelves on day one. Video Games Chronicle is reporting that the PS5 launch allotment in Japan is already sold out, warning potential customers that "due to the high interest and many orders from users, the launch is sold out by the reserved amount." Sony also said that it will not hold in-store events for the PS5 due to COVID-19, so as to "ensure the safety of customers, retailers, and staff." The company has asked customers to check with the store they have preordered from to see how their console will be received. This is not surprising, as the PS5 has been very difficult to buy in many territories, with the system selling through release allocations. Sony has called its shot early, saying that the PS5--like the PS2 and PS4 before it--will sell over 100 million units. If you haven't gotten your hands on a PS5 preorder in the US, keep an eye on GameSpot's preorder guide--and watch in the coming weeks as our launch coverage rolls out.
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