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Not long ago, Madame Web and Anyone but You star Sydney Sweeney revealed in an IGN interview that, like many of us, she grew up playing a Simpsons video game - but she didn't reveal which one it was.Luckily, for the sake of journalism, we've followed up and found out that the Simpsons game in question was, in fact, The Simpsons: Road Rage.It all started a few weeks ago, when Sweeney mentioned at a press junket for Madame Web that she grew up with a brother who plays video games all the time. When asked what her favorite game was, she said, "we would play The Simpsons game," while miming a steering wheel. She also mentioned playing Super Mario Bros. games on her Nintendo DS when her co-star Isabela Merced brought it up.Fans were...
Capcom's highly anticipated role-playing game Dragon's Dogma 2 launches March 22, 2024 but spoilers have already leaked online.As reported by Eurogamer, the now fairly common occurence of major games leaking before their release date has happened again with Dragon's Dogma 2, where players have seemingly received physical copies ahead of launch.Regardless of how they obtained the copies, these players have streamed them online, uploaded videos to YouTube, and shared clips and other content on social media. While Capcom has issued takedown notices for some of these, the nature of the internet means they've already spread like wildfire.Those looking forward to the RPG may therefore want to mute keywords on X/Twitter and avoid...
In a flip flop for the ages, Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone has revealed that mayonnaise will become a drinkable item for players once the highly anticipated 1.6 update lands for PC on March 19.“I like pickles, but mayo... I plead the 5th,” said Barone to a fan in a 2021 Twitter/X post discussing why the digital versions of the foodstuffs couldn't be slurped down in Stardew Valley. “But if I remember right, the real reason you can't eat them in the game is because they are in a glass jar and I didn't want to have to draw a special animation for fishing out the pickles, and no way would I allow drinking mayonnaise.”Well, time makes liars of us all, and in his latest daily patch note Barone announced that the impending 1.6...
Microsoft has created another custom Xbox Series X, this time theming after Fallout in celebration of the upcoming Amazon show.Revealed in a post on X/Twitter, below, the console will be given away to one lucky fan who follows Xbox and retweets the post. The prize includes more than just the custom Xbox Series X, however, as it also bundles in a controller (which can actually be bought) and a custom vault to keep the hardware in.This is a seemingly working safe with various bits of Fallout branding on it. It's marked as Vault 33, which is the same bunker where the Fallout TV show's protagonist comes from. Interestingly, it also has "Fort Knox" written on it, which is only mentioned in Bethesda's game universe in Fallout 76.The...
Baldur’s Gate 3 developer Larian has issued hotfix 22 across PC, PlayStation 5, Mac, and, crucially, Xbox, bringing players on Microsoft’s console up to date.The sprawling Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game had lagged behind by a number of hotfixes on Xbox Series X and S as a result of an Xbox exclusive crash bug, but now with the release of hotfix 22, Baldur’s Gate 3 on Xbox has hotfixes 20 and 21, too.Alongside this release, issues with Xbox cross-saves should now be resolved, Larian said. “Thank you again for your patience while we worked to fix the issue, and we’re sorry for any inconvenience it may have caused,” the developer added.Hotfix #22, meanwhile, resolves further crashes and blockers, and, as Larian put it, makes...
The Monster Hunter Stories remaster was officially announced during the Nintendo Direct in February. If you want both that and its sequel, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, together, you can now preorder the physical version of the Monster Hunter Stories Collection for Nintendo Switch at various retailers (see at Amazon). This version comes with a game card for Monster Hunter Stories and then a download voucher for Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.It's set to release on June 14 this year and will set you back $59.99. Head to the links below to secure a copy for yourself today.Preorder Monster Hunter Stories CollectionAlso at GameStop - $59.99Monster Hunter Stories Collection Preorder BonusThere are a few...
A veteran Star Wars: Battlefront modder has dug further into the recently released Classic Collection and uncovered more evidence that the controversial release used their mod despite developer Aspyr promising it wouldn’t.Last month, IGN reported on concern from the Star Wars: Battlefront community sparked by the Classic Collection’s debut trailer, which suggested the game used a mod that brought a previously Xbox-exclusive Battlefront 2 DLC to the PC original.The original, Pandemic-developed Battlefront 2 that launched in 2005 had a DLC pack exclusive to the original Xbox version that added two new heroes (Kit Fisto and Asajj Ventress), as well as four maps. Both Kit and Asajj had unique animations and moves no other characters...
The first stage of Cities: Skylines 2‘s long-awaited in-game modding support launches on March 25 alongside its first post-launch asset pack, called Beach Properties.Colossal Order’s troubled city-builder sequel launched in October 2023 on PC via Steam and immediately ran into a number of issues. Player sentiment turned a ‘mixed’ Steam user review rating into ‘mostly negative’ for recent reviews, with the first Cities Skylines game currently enjoying more players than its sequel. Last month, Colossal Order CEO Mariina Hallikainen admitted the lack of modding support was the developer’s “biggest regret”.Now, nearly six months after launch, Cities: Skylines 2’s first stage of mod support approaches, and is set to let players build...
While most Helldivers 2 players are busy fending off the Terminids and Automatons, some believe they have seen evidence that a third faction called the Illuminate are on their way.Players of the first Helldivers game will be familiar with The Illuminate, an ancient and technologically advanced alien civilization hell-bent on destroying Super Earth. Now, with Helldivers 2 out for over a month, players have reported seeing odd blue lasers that cause damage if they hit.Redditor Dye335 reported a “vibrant” blue laser shot knocked them down to around 60% HP. “It must have been an Illuminate Sniper just like the first game, and it (the sniper) must’ve teleported out immediately after the shot,” Dye335 said. “I wish I was screen recording...
We've got some good news for Dragon's Dogma fans in the UK, as it has been discounted for both Xbox and PS5 before its release day this week. All you need to do is use code FRESH20 when preordering the game from The Game Collection via eBay, and rest assured your order will arrive for release day on March 22. This will bring the game down to just £50.36 (see here) on PS5, and £49.36 on Xbox, and a huge saving of around £20 when compared to buying the game digitally at £69.99.We got our most recent taste of Dragon's Dogma 2 gameplay a few days ago, The most recent trailer puts a spotlight on the Sorcerer's vocation. For those currently shopping the latest eBay promo, a quick reminder that the FRESH20 code is only running until the...
Arriving twenty years after the original Outcast, a sequel, Outcast - A New Beginning is out now, and to herald its launch, publisher THQ Nordic and IGN partnered up to send the Adelpha Edition of the game to space. To make this stellar outing even better, one lucky fan will win the Adelpha Edition that actually went to space, plus another sealed version for their collection. Read on for details on how to enter for your chance to win.The LaunchEarly in the morning in a field in the Midlands, three copies of Outcast - A New Beginning (one for each platform) were loaded into the compartment of the custom built spacecraft, alongside the mounted 9.5” Saï statuette that is included in the Adelpha Edition of the game.Overseeing...
A number of professional Apex Legends players were hacked mid-match during the game’s Global Series, putting a stop to the tournament and sparking concern about the security of some EA games.During the North American finals of the Apex Legends Global Series, Noyan "Genburten" Ozkose was surprised to discover the ability to see through walls, an incident you can see in the video below from X/Twitter user @Apryze_:It didn’t stop there. Phillip "ImperialHal" Dosen was then somehow given an aimbot. Footage shows chat taken over by the words "Apex hacking global series by Destroyer2009 & R4ndom."Apex Legends esports was then forced to abandon the tournament. “Due to the competitive integrity of this series being compromised, we have...
Welcome to our living list of smiles and savings! That's right, Amazon's Big Smile Sale is back again from today through to 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 24. What's a Big Smile event? Something that sounds like a dentistry discount-fest but is actually a mini Prime Day—the best time to cheaply grab a game or some peripherals to make your forthcoming holidays awesome!In retro news, I'm celebrating the 14th birthday of God of War III, a mind-blowing sequel that's still remembered as a high watermark for colossal sized bosses. Case in point: the titanic battle against a 1,600 ft tall Cronos that pushed the PS3 to its limits and still lives rent free in my head. Epic stuff.This Day in GamingAussie birthdays for notable games.ActRaiser...
The weekend is coming to a close, and we've gathered up some excellent deals for you! Whether you're searching for a new laptop or a discounted game, we've got you covered with the best deals for Sunday, March 17. These deals include Resident Evil 4, Apple MacBook Air M1, PlayStation 5 Slum Bundle, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, God of War Ragnarok, and more.Resident Evil 4 for $29.992023's Resident Evil 4 is one of the best remakes out there on current generation consoles. Following Leon S. Kennedy, you travel to a remote village in Europe with a mission to locate the President's missing daughter. This Resident Evil title is the perfect blend of action and horror. Right now, Amazon has the title half off for all consoles, which matches the...
From becoming a staple name in the 3D platformer genre with Crash Bandicoot to creating one of the most beloved stories in video games with The Last of Us, Naughty Dog is without question one of the biggest and most respected names in game development. Jumping from genre to genre with each major franchise it creates, the team’s now-iconic paw print logo has become synonymous with huge productions, heart-wrenching storytelling, and characters that transcend the medium.Naughty Dog’s rise from the home of colorful, light-hearted platforming to the go-to studio for gripping, mature storytelling has been lined with nearly two dozen games, ranging from fantasy RPGs to educational math games. So, let’s run through every title Naughty Dog...
I'd be lying if I said there wasn't a certain satisfaction that comes from the Tetris-like puzzle of inventory management in some games – hell, a whole game based around that idea, Save Room, became its own hit. Meanwhile the autobattler genre that has exploded in recent years hits similar notes, providing the joy of seeing your planning and preparation pay off in PvP. The bite-sized indie joint Backpack Battles combines these two ideas, pitting your organizational skills and wits in creating RPG-like character builds against others in fast-paced one-on-one matches. After a dozen hours with its Early Access release, I've seen the seeds of something great in that concept, with the potential to grow into something unique and impressive...
If you're looking to dust off that original Xbox and play Halo 2 but wish you could hop on the servers like you did in the late 2000s, well, now you can, thanks to a group of devoted fans.Those fans are behind the project Insignia, a free, unofficial original Xbox Live replacement that is dedicated to reviving the online multiplayer component for the Original Xbox game console. The official Insignia X/Twitter account posted this week that it was launching a Public Beta to revive the Halo 2 servers today.The public beta will include ten multiplayer matchmaking playlists, which you can check out below:Rumble Pit Double Team Team Slayer Team Skirmish Team Training Team Snipers Team Hardcore Team Swat Big Team Battle H2 Challenge...
Minecraft developer Mojang has warned players not to update the game through the official Xbox app on PC because it may delete their worlds.The Minecraft support page on Mojang owner Microsoft's website now opens with a stark warning for PC players. "Do not download the recent update for Minecraft through the Xbox app for PC," it reads. "If you do, your worlds may be lost."Mojang said it is currently investigating the world loss issue and is blocking the update from Windows to prevent the possibility of it affecting more users.Do not download the recent update for Minecraft through the Xbox app for PC."We recommend that you run the Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC in the Xbox app on PC before installing any Minecraft update,"...
The Among Us animated series has resurfaced with the first wave of voice cast announced.Among Us’s voice cast includes Randall Park (Louis Huang in Fresh Off the Boat), Ashley Johnson (Ellie in The Last of Us, Critical Role), Yvette Nicole Brown (Shirley Bennett in Community), and Elijah Wood (Frodo in Lord of the Rings).Among Us is based on the phenomenally popular social deception game that blew up during the pandemic and became one of the most-watched games on streaming platform Twitch. It’s an animated series from CBS Studios, developer Innersloth, and creator Owen Dennis.Here are the details of the Among Us animated series voice cast:Randall Park will voice ‘Red’ - Captain of The SkeldPeople-pleaser, blowhardTask...
If I could, I would spend hours in the world of Hyper Light Breaker doing nothing in particular. I’d settle my character on the edge of a bright pastel cliff and gaze into the distance, where crumbling skyscrapers and strange rock formations silhouette against a neon sky. I’d let the soothing electronic soundtrack wash over me and observe the way the day/night cycle changed the Shadow of the Colossus-sized broadsword protruding from the earth in the distance. Maybe I’d see if a friend wanted to chat with this ‘80s sci-fi novel cover as a backdrop, before hopping on a hoverboard and skating off into that whimsical, colorful horizon to see what’s beyond.But Hyper Light Breaker will not let me roleplay truancy. I’m in the Overgrowth...
Developer Heart Machine has announced that its upcoming co-op rogue-lite prequel to Hyper Light Drifter, Hyper Light Breaker, will launch in early access this summer on PC.Hyper Light Breaker is set decades prior to the events of Drifter. While Drifter was a top-down, initially single-player action game, Breaker is a 3D rogue-lite open world game with optional co-op. Players control Breakers, mercenaries sent out into the procedurally generated Overgrowth on missions to overthrow an enemy known as the Abyss King. To do so, they must defeat bosses known as Crowns, who are themselves unlocked by defeating powerful Elite monsters.Hyper Light Breaker has a number of playable characters, custom loadouts of both ranged and melee...
Helldivers 2 is an action-packed third-person shooter full of hostile planets, relentless enemies, and many, many explosions. But between all of the bug splatting and robot crumpling is a long list of memorable quotes that somehow never get old. Ranging from punchy, tongue-in-cheek one-liners that would rival the best 80s’ Arnie movies, to hilarious declarations of propaganda-propelled patriotism, they underline the satirical foundations of Super Earth’s storytelling.But, which are the best? Well, we’ve gone and ranked what we think the Top 10 Helldivers 2 quotes are. Think we’ve missed one? Comment below with your favourite…or don’t. Your call.10. “Return, refit, and redeploy to purge the stain of this failure with the peroxide of...
Microsoft has released a monthly subscription service just for Minecraft called the Marketplace Pass.Revealed on the Minecraft website, the Marketplace Pass costs $3.99 a month and grants Bedrock players access to a catalog of more than 150 different content packs from the Minecraft Marketplace, which is refreshed every month. Players won't need to pay for the Marketplace Pass to continue playing Minecraft as normal.The Marketplace is Minecraft's hub for creator-made content such as skin packs, adventure worlds, survival spawns, mashups, texture packs, and other downloadable content. Microsoft will hand pick 150 or more of the best of these to include in the Marketplace Pass, and also give players a new set of Character Creator...
Pocketpair has teased the release of Palworld’s first raid, called Bellanoir.“A powerful evil Pal has appeared and is laying siege to the Palpagos Islands!” Pocketpair tweeted alongside a video, below. “Only the most skilled Pal Tamers stand a chance against her…”Bellanoir is in fact the name of this new Pal and raid battle, but that’s pretty much all we know for now, save the Pal’s design as revealed in the video.Pocketpair’s focus up to this point has been to issue fixes and balance updates to its monster hit survival and crafting game, so the release of Bellanoir marks the first significant gameplay addition since launch. There’s no word yet on improvements to the Xbox version, which still lags behind the Steam version in...
Two decades on from its original launch, Star Wars Battlefront is suffering a disaster of a re-release. Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection, a compilation featuring the first two games in the series, is a messier than a Jawa that swallowed a thermal detonator thanks to server problems, bugs, and more. What was at first a highly-anticipated re-release has become the target of overwhelmingly negative reviews on Steam.20 years ago, it was a different story entirely. Released on PC, PlayStation 2, and Xbox in September 2004, the same day the classic Star Wars trilogy hit DVD, Battlefront signaled a new era for LucasArts. Under a new president, marketing vet Jim Ward, the publisher had bet big on the idea of a third-person arcade...
The troubled Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake is still a long way away, the boss of Embracer has suggested.As part of the the announcement that KOTOR remake developer Saber Interactive had split from Embracer in a deal worth up to $500 million, Embracer said it was still publishing a number of Saber games, including “a previously announced AAA game based on a major license.” This is assumed to be the KOTOR remake.Then, during a financial call following the announcement, controversial Embracer boss Lars Wingefors was asked if this ‘previously announced AAA game based on a major license’ would launch within the next 12 months. As reported by VGC, Wingefors’ response suggested it’s at least a year away. “No, I think that...
Who wouldn't want their own frontier world with just your friends, an agricultural mech, and a chatty satellite AI for company, setting out to build yourself a life on a planet untouched by human activity — but possessed of a deeper mystery? That's the pitch on Lightyear Frontier, a cozy crafting exploration game with a unique mech-based twist to its farming. I mean, mechs for civilian use are hardly a new concept, but I can't actually remember a game giving it a proper shot like this. Lightyear Frontier does its best at its Early Access launch, delivering a fun romp around an alien world that's a bit short on story but goes long on customization and decoration.Unsurprisingly, the mech itself provides a lot of the fun here. It takes...
The developers of space sim Star Citizen are now talking about the 1.0 launch being within sight, some 12 years after the game launched its first crowdfunding drive.Star Citizen is considered one of the most controversial projects in all video games. Over the 12 years since its crowdfunding drive began, it's been called many things, including a scam by those who wonder whether it will ever properly launch. Its virtual space ships, some of which cost hundreds of dollars, are often the focus of criticism. At the time of this article’s publication, Star Citizen had pulled in an eye-watering $669,559,892 from players. Developer Cloud Imperium Games calls this money “funds raised.”In a blog post, CIG chief Chris Roberts said 2024 will...
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