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Welcome to the Hondaverse! Honda has spent the past year and a half creating a branded virtual universe for Fortnite players utilizing Fortnite’s Creative Mode. The Hondaverse originally launched in June 2022 with the Honda HR-V Parkour Map. Now, it features multiple maps inspired by Honda products that offer unique worlds for everyone to explore – from rookies to Battle Bus veterans.In addition to the HR-V Parkour Map, the Hondaverse features the Honda Hub – the centerpiece to the Hondaverse; the Pilot TrailSport: Treehouse Tycoon – where you’ll focus on upgrading your canopy crashpad; the rugged and tricky CR-V Labyrinth – where you’ll race through 5 unique biomes; and the all-new Prologue Electric Dash – where players compete in...

Spec Ops: The Line is one of the most important games of the seventh console generation, but playing it on PC just got a little harder. The acclaimed military shooter was delisted from Steam without warning today, though it is still available on other PC storefronts and Xbox, where it is backwards compatible.The removal was first spotted by Wario64, who drew attention to the delisting on X/Twitter. If you navigate to The Line's Steam page, you'll be unable to purchase the game and see a notice saying, "Spec Ops: The Line is no longer available on the Steam store."It's not unsual for games to delisted from Steam, but it does stand out given Spec Ops: The Line's critical acclaim and historical significance. The Line's infamous white...

Maddy Makes Games is celebrating Celeste's sixth anniversary with its most ambitious reimagining of the cult favorite platformer yet. Celeste 64: Fragments of the Mountain, which you can play now on itch.io, imagines a fully-3D version of the cult favorite platformer for the N64, complete with squat polygonal graphics and unique traversal challenges.The game's description reads, "Relive the magic of Celeste Mountain alongside Madeline in this small, heartfelt 3D platformer. Created in a week(ish) by the Celeste team to celebrate the game’s sixth anniversary."IGN has reached out to Maddy Makes Games for more background on the development of Celeste 64. That said, this isn't the first time that Celeste has been reimagined by its...

At only two minutes in length, the latest trailer for Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is packed with all the Goku vs. Vegeta goodness you could expect from Dragon Ball. While at first glance the trailer is full of some of the Saiyan rivals greatest hits, there's still quite a few small details that may have instant-transmissioned on the screen, but that's ok because we’re here to help you spot everything. These are 7 details you may have missed in the latest Dragon Ball: Sparking ZERO trailer.Familiar FacesWe see a ton of characters flash on screen in the first few seconds of the trailer. While most of them are the usual mainstays of the series such as Goku and Vegeta. We briefly see cameos from the Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball...

Bandai Namco has revealed the first 24 characters that will be playable in the upcoming fighting game Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, and we really hope you like Super Saiyans.Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is the first title in the long running Budokai Tenkaichi series to be released in well over a decade. According to developer Spike Chunsoft, it'll feature reactive environments and a large roster of playable characters sporting their own "iconic" transformations, abilities, and techniques.And, earlier on Monday, Bandai Namco confirmed the identities of the first 24 playable fighters that will take center stage in the upcoming action battle game - each and every one of which is a variant of longtime series rivals Goku and Vegeta. Fans...

Embracer Group has reportedly canceled a new Deus Ex game that was two years in development and laid off some staff at Eidos Montreal.According to Bloomberg, the unannounced third mainline entry in the Deus Ex series was supposed to enter production later this year. However, developer Eidos Montreal will reportedly focus on an original franchise instead.Eidos Montreal released a statement on Twitter, addressing layoffs but not the reported Deus Ex game cancellation. "The global economic context, the challenges of our industry, and the comprehensive restucturing annonced by Embracer have finally impacted our studio," said the studio. "The difficult decision has been made to let go 97 people from development teams, administration...

Spoiler Warning: The following article features spoilers for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, though only on one character who appears in the Miss Match minigame.Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth features the Yakuza series' most infamous character, who first showed up in Yakuza 0 and is still causing chaos 35 canonical years later.Infinite Wealth features plenty of minigames (though its Pokémon and Animal Crossing-inspired modes aren't so mini) including a dating game where protagonist Ichiban Kasuga must try and woo potential partners. While some of the partners are genuine, some very much are not, and Ichiban can find himself catfished by chickens, store mascots, and a handful of other folks pretending to be someone they're not...

Sony has announced its first PlayStation State of Play of 2024, taking place this Wednesday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. PT/10 p.m. GMT.The State of Play will last 40 minutes, Sony said on Monday, and include extended looks at Stellar Blade and Rise of the Ronin, both coming to PS5 this year, "plus more from talented game developers from around the world."Like other State of Play, it'll be available to watch on on YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.Developing...Continue reading...

Gears of War co-creator Cliff Bleszinski is confident Microsoft and developer The Coalition would benefit from his ideas, saying they would bring him in to consult on the next entry "if they were smart".Bleszinski posted a statement on X/Twitter to suggest Microsoft isn't interested in collaborating with him on more Gears of War games despite his assertion "it would be gold"."I'm down to consult, give my two cents. Crickets," Bleszinski said. "I understand that Gears will always be an enormous part of my legacy. I appreciate and respect that. That said, Microsoft or The Coalition haven't hit me up. Okay. It is what it is.If they were smart they'd enlist me for my input."If they were smart, they'd enlist me for my input because...

Rocksteady Studios has been forced to pull Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League offline just one hour into its Deluxe Edition's early access launch due to a bug that automatically completed players' games.Though the Batman Arkham universe live service game doesn't launch proper until February 2, those who paid an extra $30 for the Deluxe Edition were granted three days of early access. This means it now should be available in New Zealand, but as reported by VGC, the game is currently offline and will be for "several hours".Rocksteady issued a statement on X/Twitter addressing the issue, though didn't indicate if the game would still be offline as of its launch in the U.S. or other regions. The developer didn't say if it would...

Stardew Valley creator Eric ‘Concerned Ape’ Barone has confirmed that the long-awaited 1.6 update will launch in 2024, and that it will likely be coming to PC ahead of console and mobile versions of the game.“1.6 ended up being a little larger in scope than originally planned,” said Barone in a post on Twitter / X. “I'm done adding major new content to it now, though, and it's in a bug-fixing and polishing phase until it's ready for release. Thx for your patience. It'll be fun to see everyone play it!”In a subsequent post, the developer told one curious fan that they would be able to experience most of the new 1.6 content without having to start a fresh game, but also advised that a new file would allow fans to see everything in...

There’s a lot of story packed into the four games in the Batman Arkham series, and with the next chapter of it set to unfold in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, we thought it was time for a catch-up. With a vast cast of iconic characters and plenty of twists and turns along the way, it can be fairly easy to forget everything that happened in Gotham so far, nevermind what it may all mean for Metropolis. Don’t worry though, we’re here to tell you about all the important stuff in as succinct a way as we can.Arkham OriginsThe one game in the series not made by Rocksteady, but instead WB Montreal, is chronologically the first: Arkham Origins. Set two years into his career, Origins sees Batman survive one snowy night in Gotham. On...

Final Fantasy 6 director Yoshinori Kitase has said a remake akin to that of Final Fantasy 7's could take around 20 years to complete.X/Twitter user Genki translated an interview with Julien Chièze in which Kitase, who's now a vice president, member of the board, and executive officer at Square Enix, said he's aware of how popular a remake of Final Fantasy 6 would be, but couldn't say for sure if it would ever happen.He then noted that, because of the depth of Final Fantasy 6, with so much content and so many characters, it would take twice the length of Final Fantasy 7 Remake to develop and release. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth arrives February 29 as the middle entry in the Remake Trilogy, four years after the previous game and nine...

Tekken 8 is already down to just £47.16 in the UK (see here), over £22 off its RRP of £69.99 and a tremendous saving for what is a spectacular new entry for fighting series. Similar to the Suicide Squad deal we've discussed, all you need to do is use code PAYDAY20 to save on the game.This deal can be found at trusted UK retailer The Game Collection via their eBay storefront. We'll leave some handy links to the deal just below as well so you can easily find your chosen platform for the deal. But, just as a reminder, this promo code will expire after January 31 -- so you've not got long left to take advantage of it.We gave Tekken 8 a mighty 9/10 in our review, stating: "Tekken 8 is an incredible evolution for the series, with tons...

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth has logged the Yakuza series' biggest ever launch on Steam, with more than four times the player count of previous mainline entry Yakuza: Like a Dragon.Infinite Wealth, which arrived January 26 as the eight mainline Yakuza game, achieved a peak concurrent player count of 46,161 during its launch weekend, compared to the seventh mainline entry's peak of 9,535 concurrent players, according to SteamDB.The previous record was held by spin-off Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name, which launched in November 2023, but even this was at just 13,737 peak concurrents and therefore blown out of the water by Infinite Wealth.These are the only comparable numbers for the Yakuza series, however, as...

There's definitely still a benefit to buying physical games, especially when there are deals like this to be found only days before release on new AAA titles like Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League (or other new titles like Tekken 8). Suicide Squad is down to just £43.96 from trusted seller The Game Collection via eBay right now, which is over £26 off the RRP.This is a tremendous discount, especially since the game isn't out until February 2. All you need to do is use code JANPAY20 to secure the deal, and we'll leave some handy links just below so you can find the game on your correct console nice and quickly.The Deluxe Edition is also available for those interested, it costs £65.86 with code JANPAY20, down from its £99.99...

Gameplay of a canceled Call of Duty codenamed NX1 has leaked online, revealing an effort to release a futuristic game in the franchise from former Guitar Hero developer Neversoft.Over the weekend, a Twitter / X account called @mangafigurines published two minutes of previously unreleased gameplay for what was reportedly called Call of Duty: Future Warfare, showcasing an explosive moon mission in low gravity conditions.The tweet, which has over 5.5 million views, saw a reply from Brian Bright, who was multiplayer lead on the game at Neversoft. Bright confirmed the footage is from NX1, and explained its origin. It turns out that after the acrimonious exit of Infinity Ward co-founders Jason West and Vince Zampella and their formation...

Today is the day, bargain hunters. It's time to pounce on some "whole shebang" collections that have all entries included. Alternatively, I've also found a bunch of isolated single-shot games that can be ruthlessly picked off for next to nothing. Get amongst it. Show those deals no mercy.In retro news, today is a doubly auspicious day for vampire-infested video games where one must make like Devo (i.e., problem comes along, you whip it). I would also like to highlight the 14th birthday of Tatsunoko vs. Capcom, an absolute rare gem of a fighter that must be resurrected from the Wii's back catalogue and remastered far and wide.This Day in GamingAussie birthdays for notable games.- Super Castlevania IV (SNES) 1993. Get- Harvest...

Bluetooth is an essential technology found almost everywhere in 2024. From your headphones to the latest gaming peripherals, you need Bluetooth functionality to properly use them. If your laptop or gaming PC doesn't have Bluetooth support, you have to purchase an adapter to use any Bluetooth device with your PC. With so many different options, you need to pick the adapter that fits your situation best. You need to consider the range needed, the price, and even the sound quality you're looking for.TL;DR - These are the Best Bluetooth Adapters for PCFiiO BTA30PRO (Best Overall) ASUS USB-BT500 (Best Budget Option) Techkey 100M Class 1 Long Range Bluetooth Adapter (Best Range) Creative BT-W5 (Best for Gaming) Sennheiser BTD 600 (Best...

The weekend is finally here, and plenty of deals have arrived alongside it. From video games to new computer peripherals, there is no shortage of deals you don't want to miss out on. The best deals for Sunday, January 28, include an LG 32" gaming monitor, Meta Quest 2, Arcade1Up Cabinets, Splatoon 3, HORI Split Pad Compact, Armored Core 6, and more.LG 32" Ultra-Gear QHD 165Hz Gaming Monitor for $187This LG Monitor has a steep discount you won't want to miss out on. Originally priced at $349.99, you can pick this QHD 165Hz monitor up for just $187 from Walmart right now. At 32", this is a big screen with all kinds of features to ensure you get the best playing experience possible. This monitor has SRGB 95% color gamut with HDR10...

Back in 2011, FromSoftware released a spiritual successor to its 2009 cult classic, Demon’s Souls. This new game, titled Dark Souls, was a tough sell: a punishing, hardcore RPG where players attempt to survive a haunting fantasy hellscape teeming with gruesome monsters that could eviscerate them in seconds. At the time, it was hard to imagine the team’s crushing new creation would become one of gaming's most revered modern franchises.However, Dark Souls’ ruthlessly satisfying combat, brutal yet compelling boss encounters, and story-rich world transformed it into a global phenomenon, inspiring an entire genre of challenging RPGs that’s still thriving over a decade later. With FromSoftware’s work on the Dark Souls franchise now wrapped...

Suicide Squad’s “early access” period will start to go live around the world late Monday night on consoles (and 10am PT Tuesday on Steam), which means that’s when it’s officially out, practically speaking. Unfortunately, we won’t have a review of Rocksteady’s new game-as-a-service looter shooter for you right away, as codes have not been sent ahead of time – in fact, Warner Bros. Games informed IGN that it has declined to send us codes at all.That’s disappointing because we always strive to have a full opinion on a major game available for you at launch, but it’s well within WB’s rights, as sending out review codes is neither an obligation nor something we take for granted. We will purchase our own copies and start our review in...

Setting up a base is one of the very first things you’ll do when you’re getting started in Palworld. You’ll be building up your base throughout the game, so getting your location and layout right will save you plenty of headaches in the long run - here’s what we wish we knew starting out!Choose A Flat, Unobstructed AreaAfter placing your Palbox down, you’ll see a large blue circle surrounding it - this is the buildable area for your base. You want this area to be as free as possible of any hills, cliffs, water, or other obstructions. You’ll need a lot of space for the structures and buildings you’ll eventually want to construct, some of which can be pretty large.As Pals wander around your base diligently working, they have an...

Man, we thought that the last eBay discount code was wild, now there is a new one in town! If you missed out on copping a new game, console, or any other item from an eligible seller in the last offer, now is your chance to make ammends!You can once again go and get your hands on a new Steam Deck. If you head over to eBay and use the promo code JANPAY20, you can bag yourself a 512GB Steam Deck for £375 from verified seller The Game Collection Outlet (we've recommended them many times!).If you want something smaller, then you might have to monitor this deal untill it ends on Wednesday 31st, because you could get the 64GB model for £288 and the 256GB model for £315, but both of those are currently sold out unfortunately.All round...

Dungeonborne is an upcoming first person PvPvE dungeon crawler developed in Unreal Engine 5 that thrusts players into a dark fantasy world, where you get to feel every sword swing as you slay monsters with might and magics. Dungeonborne combines dungeon crawling with the realms of extraction and battle royale gameplay to spice things up and create a unique spin on the genre.Starting February 2nd, you can try Dungeonborne during the game’s open alpha as part of the upcoming Steam Next Fest!Here are four main reasons why you won’t want to miss it if you’re looking for a fresh dungeon crawler experience.Dungeonborne is More Than a Mindless Dungeon Crawler - You’ll Need to Think Fast on Your FeetWhile Dungeonborne may seem like a...

There’s plenty to see and do across the Palapagos Islands, and traveling on foot just isn’t going to cut it - no matter how fast you sprint, you’ll get there much quicker on riding the back of a Pal.How to Ride PalsCertain Pals have Partner Skills that allow you to mount them and ride them around. In order to do so, you’ll need to craft a saddle for the specific Pal you want to ride. Saddle recipes for rideable Pals are unlocked at different levels on the technology tree, so you’ll need to level up before you can ride stronger Pals.Once you’ve unlocked the recipe, you can craft Pal saddles at a Pal Gear Workbench.The earliest saddle you can craft is the Rushoar saddle at level 6, followed by the Melpaca saddle at level 7...

I thought it’d just be a simple sidequest. The owner of an apothecary enlisted my help to find his lost grandson, who had been taken by wolves. As I followed the trail, I heard a screeching noise from up above. All of a sudden I’m in a battle for my life against a Griffin. It’s a monster that’s far too strong for my party to handle, but we fight and claw and hold our ground until we finally get it to retreat. I breathe a sigh of relief, then set up at the nearby camp and sleep till nightfall. That sleep is interrupted by the same Griffin, back for revenge. That fight somehow boils over into another battle with a Wight, who proceeds to beat me within an inch of my life before I finally take him out, just as the sun rises, after an epic...

As a lifelong fan of Pokémon, I’m used to seeing other games in the “monster tamer” genre that are clearly inspired by it, from Temtem to Ni no Kuni, but nothing made me do a double take quite like Palworld, aka Pokémon With Guns. The first trailer of what looked like a heavily armed Pokemon Trainer using a terrified little pocket monster as a bullet shield was like a meme come to life. While the ridiculous concept is good for a laugh, what’s not so much of a laughing matter is how developer Pocketpair has seemingly copied elements of more than a few Pokémon designs when making its own creatures for Palworld, called Pals.Well I’ve got a bone to pick with you, pal, because making a game with creatures inspired by Pokémon is one thing...

Content Warning: This piece contains some descriptions of sexual assault.PUBG and Callisto Protocol studio owner Krafton is currently being sued in the state of California by a former Krafton employee, who alleges she was sexually assaulted at an industry event by Krafton head of business and strategy Kevin Kimball, and then fired from the company two months later after Krafton failed to investigate the event.This comes from a complaint filed in Los Angeles county in December, first noticed by Polygon, in which the plaintiff alleges she was working in Krafton's publishing division and attended a Striking Distance (a subsidiary of Krafton, developer of Callisto Protocol) party following The Game Awards on December 8, 2022. At the...

Hogwarts Legacy players on non-PlayStation platforms will soon gain access to Sony-exclusive content, Warner Bros. Games and Avalanche Software have announced.News about the Harry Potter video game’s future was revealed in a post on X (formerly Twitter), promising to give fans more magic to toy with as it prepares to celebrate its one-year launch anniversary. It’s unclear exactly when the content will become available on platforms like PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X | S, but it sounds like it will land sometime this summer.Current PlayStation-exclusive content includes the Haunted Hogsmeade quest, which, upon completion, grants access to the Hogsmeade Shop as well as the Shopkeeper cosmetic set. While it is...