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10+ Gaming Events to Know About in June 2023

It’s almost summertime—(yeah, where has the time gone?!) As E3 is canceled, don’t fret; there will be plenty of exciting video game announcements and reveals to come this June. From IGN’s own Summer of Gaming event to the Xbox Showcase, be sure to mark your calendars accordingly so you don’t miss a beat. Here are 10 of the biggest events you can look forward to this summer, with more details to come! Here's a running list of every upcoming gaming event planned for June 2023 June 1-30 - IGN Summer of Gaming 2023 June 7 - Guerilla Collective Showcase June 8 - Summer Game Fest June 10 - Future Games Show June 11 - Final Fantasy XVI Pre-Launch Celebration June 11 - Xbox Showcase June 11 - Starfield Direct June 12 - Ubisoft Forward June...

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Street Fighter 6 Open Beta Announced Just a Few Weeks Before Release

Capcom announced that it will be hosting an open beta for Street Fighter 6 from May 19-21. It will contain the same content as the closed beta test from December 2022 and the released version will be updated with further character balances. Those who want to participate in the open beta will need to register a Capcom ID and link their desired platform, as PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S are included. The available playable characters are Luke, Jamie, Ryu, Chun-Li, Guile, Kimberly, Juri, and Ken. The available stages include Metro City Downtown, Genbu Temple, Carrier Byron Taylor, Tian Hong Yuan, Macho Ring, and Training Room. There are also a variety of different modes to play online with, such as ranked matches, casual...

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How to Get All Map Upgrades in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

Are you tired of searching every nook and cranny in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor for hidden collectibles? You can change that by obtaining secret map upgrades by completing challenging exploration puzzles, Jedi Meditation Chambers, and complex Rumors. These map upgrades will display all unfound Seed Pods, Chests, Upgrades, Databanks, and Treasures on your Holomap. While map upgrades are worthy of seeking out, understanding exactly how to get to collectibles will still bring its challenges, so be sure to check out our Collectibles Guide, where you'll find detailed descriptions for locating all Cosmetic Chests, Stims, Databanks, Essences, and more, that can be found across the planets of Coruscant, Koboh, Jedha, and Shattered Moon. Before...

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75% Off AAA Triple and Double Packs, Half off a PS VR2 System Seller and More Aussie Deals!

It's freezing this morning and I have a hot date with the heater in the other room, so I'll be brief. We have a pretty decent start to this week's worth of bargains. Cheap Resident Evils seem to be the common theme, along with trilogies you absolutely need to play before you die. Possibly from a zombie related heart attack. Because you didn't heed my warning about how intense Resi Village gets in VR. This Day in Gaming - Boom Blox (Wii) launch, 2008. - Wii Fit (Wii) launch, 2008. Table of Contents Nintendo Switch PC Xbox PlayStation Notable Sales for Nintendo Switch Expiring recent deals Back to top Purchase Cheaply for PC Expiring recent deals Back to top Exciting Offers for XO/XS Expiring recent deals Back to top...

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The 12 Shortest Open World Games to Play in 2023

It’s an incredible feeling when you’re fully immersed in an open world game. Whether it’s the vast wild west or sprawling magical worlds, there’s so much to take in and explore and interact with. This year will see the arrival of even more exciting new ones to play in as well, from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to Starfield. But jumping into a new open world game often requires you to set aside an abundance of time to work through it, and if you don’t have 50 hours to devote to a new save, it helps to know about shorter open world games to play that won’t take up too much of your time. In this list, we’ve collected the top 12 shortest open world games, according to How Long to Beat, to help you find something quick to get...

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The Longest Running Movie Franchises of All Time

Many often criticize the mere existence of movie franchises since they tend to represent the less artistic, more business-driven side of Hollywood, but the truth of the matter is sequels have been a huge part of cinema since the medium started. Tinseltown "running out ideas" is not a new thing as franchising has been a part of filmmaking for a hundred years. Think of these ongoing stories as being a testament to great characters, addicting narratives, and breathtaking action. It's giving the people what they want, in one of its most basic forms, and many times the results are spectacular. The durability of these beloved IPs is unparalleled and it's made for some of the best film runs in history. From world-conquering apes to...

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Hogwarts Legacy: The Best Tips, Secrets, and Guides for Your Magical Adventure

Hogwarts Legacy has finally arrived on PS4 and Xbox One consoles and there's never been a better time to dive into the wizarding world. There is a lot to explore in Hogwarts Legacy and there are a ton of secrets hidden throughout the castle and beyond. If you're just getting started with the game, there are plenty of resources to help you make the most of your magical adventure. Our extensive Hogwarts Legacy Wiki guide dives into walkthroughs, locations, and beginner tips for just about everything. To help you with your playthrough, we've gathered the best tips, guides, and secrets you need to know about. Choose the Right Hogwarts House This may seem like a no-brainer for fans of the Harry Potter series who have known their Hogwarts...

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Xbox Series Hex: Why Won’t Xbox’s Big Game Problem Go Away?

Phil Spencer has accomplished a lot of great things during his nine-plus years as Head of Xbox. Under his leadership, Xbox has made incredible strides in: Accessibility: If Xbox isn’t the industry leader in this, they are at the top of any list, both on the software side and the hardware side. Game preservation: Backwards compatibility was Spencer’s first major initiative when he took over the business, and it’s been such a success that it’s been normalized across the industry. Hardware power and reliability: The Xbox One S, One X, Series X, and Series S have all been quiet, powerful workhorses that haven’t suffered a single widespread issue, making the Xbox 360’s Red Ring of Death and Xbox One’s underpowered launch unit distant...

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Destiny 2: Where Is Xur Today? Location and Exotic Items for May 5-9

Everyone's favorite deal spotter, Xûr, is now live in Destiny 2 for the weekend until next week's reset. If you're looking to get your some shiny new Exotic armor or weapons for your Guardian, look no further. Each week, Xûr has a random assortment of Exotic armor, one for each Guardian class, as well as a random Exotic Weapon and an Exotic Engram available for purchase. In addition to his Exotic wares, he's got a random collection of Legendary weapons and armor to deck out your Guardians. We've rounded up all the info on Xûr for the week including where to find Xûr, which Exotic weapons and armor are available, as well as which Legendary weapons you should pick up, either for PvE or PvP. Where Is Xûr Today? Xûr's location today...

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Hogwarts Legacy Has Amassed Over $1 Billion

Hogwarts Legacy has now sold 15 million copies and made over $1 billion, and that number is expected to notably increase as the game becomes available on previous-generation platforms. Talking as part of the company’s earnings call earlier today, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav said: “Hogwarts Legacy has amassed more than $1 billion in retail sales and over 15 million units sold worldwide to date, and today the team is launching the game on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One platforms.” The sales numbers make Hogwarts Legacy WB’s fifth $1 billion-plus gaming franchise, putting it in a stable with LEGO, DC, Mortal Kombat, and Game of Thrones. But sales are expected to keep growing. Not only does Hogwarts Legacy launch on PS4 and...

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IGN UK Podcast 695: Redfall From Grace

Cardy, Matt, and Jesse have all now finished Jedi: Survivor so decide to tell everyone why it's so good before delving deep into the layers of problems plaguing Redfall, Arkane's new vampire co-op shooter. It's time to plunge back into the MCU as well as thoughts are shared on the aggressively fine Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Has a game ever gotten better after you've finished its main story? Give us your co-op game suggestions and drop us an email: ign_ukfeedback@ign.com. IGN UK Podcast 695: Redfall From Grace IGN UK Podcast 694: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is Everything We Wanted Fallen Order to Be IGN UK Podcast 693: Ranking the Best Orlando Theme Park Toilets IGN UK Podcast 692: Zelda and Final Fantasy Look Good Innit IGN UK...

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Catch a 9.3/10 Pokémon for $35, Belated Digital Star Wars Bargains, and More Aussie Deals!

Thank your own personal deity—possibly Arceus—it's Friday! I'm going to round out your week with cheap copies of Pokémon Shield and Scarlet, plus the AU PlayStation Store has finally updated itself with May the 4th Star Wars bargains. (Kind of defeats the purpose, really.) Anyhoo, stay safe, save often, and see you Monday. This Day in Gaming - Virtua Tennis 4 (PS3, Wii, X360) launch, 2011. Alt Table of Contents Nintendo Switch PC Xbox PlayStation LEGO Notable Sales for Nintendo Switch Expiring recent deals Back to top Purchase Cheaply for PC Expiring recent deals Back to top Exciting Offers for XO/XS Expiring recent deals Back to top Product Savings for PS4/PS5 Expiring recent deals Back to top Legit Deals for...

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Destiny 2 Is Raising the Price of its Season Pass

On its blog today, Destiny 2 creator Bungie announced a price increase for its standalone season passes, which grant players access to limited-time activities and story content every three months. Going forward, Bungie will ask Destiny 2 players to pay 20% more each season, up from 1,000 Silver (an in-game premium currency that costs real money) to 1,200 Silver -- from $10 to $12 per season. Bungie simultaneously announced it will charge 10% more for its season pass rank bundles, which speed up the process of maxing out each season's loot-filled progress bar. This increase will see the +10 Ranks Bundle go from 2,000 Silver to 2,200 Silver (or $20 to $22). While this will impact anyone who has been buying season passes in Destiny a...

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The 11 Longest Video Game Stories of All Time

Ever-improving technological capabilities have led to ever-expanding possibilities in game development, and over the past two decades especially, studios have harnessed those technologies to make their games look better, play smoother, and for the most part, run longer. Game length has become a critical selling point given consumers' limited time and money, and their seemingly unlimited options for entertainment. So, with the help of IGN sister site HowLongtoBeat, we set out to discover the longest video game campaigns ever made. The list is based on the average time it takes to ‘mainline’ a game's campaign (i.e., to play straight through the story without exploring much or any side content). We decided to highlight story length...

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Ending Explained

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor continues the legend of Cal Kestis, intertwining his fate deeper into Star Wars lore. By the end of Jedi: Survivor’s roughly 20-hour playthrough time (per How Long to Beat), you’ll have witnessed a story that spans two eras of Star Wars and features numerous surprise twists, so we’re going to explain exactly what went down. Keep reading below the spoiler break to know everything that happens at the end of Jedi: Survivor, and what it might mean for a potential sequel. Warning! Spoilers for Star Wars Jedi: Survivor below, including a full breakdown of the ending and big story beats. What Happens at the End of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor? Star Wars Jedi: Survivor does a fun little thing where each time you think...

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Best Cable Modem 2023: Get the Fastest Cable Internet Speeds

Buying your own cable internet equipment is an easy way to reduce your monthly bills. Most ISPs charge a small monthly fee to rent their modem or gateway, but that amount can add up. Over the course of 6 months or a year, you will ending up spending more then you would to purchase a better one outright. There are quite a few options that aren't expensive either, as pricing typically starts at only $60. There are plenty of options here, including some that act as both a modem and router. We've done the research for you and narrowed the field down to our top picks from brands that have been in the game for ages, so you'll be getting the best quality and customer service. Just be sure to you’ll have to double-check that a particular...

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Months of Apex Legends Bugs Were Caused By a Single Line of Code

Apex Legends developer Respawn Entertainment has revealed that a single line of faulty code tied to an assault rifle was responsible for a slew of audio and graphical bugs that have plagued players during the 16th season of the battle royale game. Players started reporting the bugs soon after the launch of Season 16 after noticing missing rifle sounds, phantom particle effects, and disappearing grenades that would fail to explode, yet deal the correct amount of damage to nearby enemies. The bugs hadn’t appeared in playtesting, but after a preliminary investigation the most likely cause of the missing effects was narrowed down to a limitation in how the game’s servers parsed out effects. According to the Reddit post describing the bug...

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The Most Powerful Jedi Face-Off: The Winner Revealed

Happy Star Wars Day! Once again, May the Fourth has arrived to give us all a day to celebrate that wonderful galaxy far, far away together. In honor of this special day and the recent launch of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, we asked you to help us decide which Jedi was the most powerful of them all. Now, After thousands and thousands of 1v1 battles with match-ups like pre-Darth Vader Anakin Skywalker vs. Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi vs. Qui-Gon Jinn, a winner has been chosen. So, which competitor claimed the top spot for the most powerful Jedi of all time? Drumroll please... Move aside, Anakin Skywalker. Master Yoda has risen above all others to claim the top spot as the most powerful Jedi of all time and the true chosen one...

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Xbox Did ‘A Better Job’ With Assisting Starfield Development Than Redfall

Xbox boss Phil Spencer has offered some kind of reassurance to fans that Starfield will hopefully launch in a better state than this week’s Xbox console exclusive, Redfall, claiming that the publisher “did a better job” in terms of assisting on development. Discussing the development of Redfall on a new episode of the Kinda Funny Xcast, Spencer explained how acquisition of a studio that is mid-way through development of a game - as it did with both Bethesda Game Studios and Arkane Austin, working on Starfield and Redfall respectively - can be a challenge, and that Xbox needs to improve its process. “When we acquire studios, there are games that are in development, and then there’s things that are either really early in development or...

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Phil Spencer Takes ‘Full Responsibility’ For Redfall's Poor Release

Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, has addressed the significant negative response to Redfall, the co-op vampire slaying FPS that recently launched to a large number of negative reviews and player disappointment. Talking to the Kinda Funny Xcast, Spencer said that he is “upset with myself” and that he’s “gonna take full responsibility for launching a game that needs to be great.” While he acknowledged the disappointment that comes from a $70 game arriving in the condition Redfall has, he also offered support for the game’s developers, Arkane Austin, noting that he will not “push against the creative aspirations of our teams.” When asked for his initial response to the launch of Redfall, which dropped as an Xbox console exclusive this week...

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The Star Wars Canon: The Definitive Guide

Star Wars is a biggie. Not only is it really good, but there's also tons of it. Like tons and tons. What starts as a neat little trilogy, eventually leaks into a trilogy of film trilogies, spin-off movies, TV shows, and books. And these spawn comics, audio-dramas, short stories, and even more. IGN has put together a definitive list of every piece of canon Star Wars content to help you keep track of it all. Whether you're brand new to Star Wars and can't wait to explore every inch of the galaxy far, far away, or you're a seasoned traveler looking to tick off the final few elusive stories, this is the page for you. Let's also make clear what we mean by canon. When Disney acquired Lucasfilm in 2012, they essentially reset the Star Wars...

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Reveals New Secrets of the High Republic

Warning: this article contains full story spoilers for Star Wars Jedi: Survivor! Even though Star Wars Jedi: Survivor takes place between the events of Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, it also features an era from hundreds of years in the past known as the High Republic. The High Republic was first revealed in 2020 as a publishing-only initiative but is now slowly being incorporated into other media, with the Disney+ shows Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures and The Acolyte taking place during that era and now Survivor using flashbacks and such to offer a glimpse into the past. Throughout the course of the game, Survivor reveals numerous characters, locations, and concepts from the High Republic that have never been seen before...

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Every Star Wars May The 4th Discount and Freebie Worth Tractor Beaming, and More Aussie Deals

Ever since my mind was blown by Star Wars on Amiga 500 (circa 1983), I've been hooked on games from a galaxy far, far away. You could say that from back then to the now of VR in Squadrons, things have...uh, changed a little bit. Collected below is a connoisseur's mix of must-owns, ranging from hallowed antiquity to the frankly hit-and-miss modern Star Wars era. It's no Jedi mind-trick when I say everything here is a bargain. My discount-finding Teräs Käsi is strong. This Day in Gaming - Super Mario Bros. 2 (1989) launch, NES. Table of Contents Nintendo Switch PC Xbox PlayStation LEGO Notable Sales for Nintendo Switch Expiring recent deals Back to top Purchase Cheaply for PC Expiring recent deals Back to top Exciting...

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Redfall’s Poor Launch Tests Xbox Fans’ Patience – Unlocked 593

Redfall is out, and unfortunately it's basically a worst-case scenario. We talk through our personal impressions of the game so far, and then get into a larger discussion about what it means for Xbox customer confidence, the intense pressure that now falls on Starfield, and where Xbox can go from here. Subscribe on any of your favorite podcast feeds, to our YouTube channel, or grab an MP3 of this week's episode. For more awesome content, check out our interview with Todd Howard, who answered all of our Starfield questions after the big reveal at the Xbox Showcase: For more next-gen coverage, make sure to check out our Xbox Series X review, our Xbox Series S review, and our PS5 review. Ryan McCaffrey is IGN's executive editor of...

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Former Dragon Age Narrative Lead Says Writers Became 'Quietly Resented' at BioWare

David Gaider, who was a narrative lead for Dragon Age before leaving BioWare in 2016, said in a recent Twitter thread that writers at the developer became "quietly resented" and were seen as an "albatross." Gaider posted the tweets just as film and television writers went on strike yesterday, demanding better pay structures and improved working conditions from Hollywood studios. Talking about writing broadly, Gaider said it's a discipline that's "constantly undervalued," and it's an attitude that's seen among those trying to get into the video game industry as well. "Even BioWare, which built its success on a reputation for good stories and characters, slowly turned from a company that vocally valued its writers to one where we...

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Reporters Are Using Counter-Strike To Deliver Ukraine War News to Russians

A Finnish newspaper is using a secret room in a Counter-Strike: Global Offensive map to provide uncensored news reports about the Ukraine war to people in Russia. In a tactic designed to highlight World Press Freedom Day, Helsingin Sanomat – Finland’s largest daily newspaper – has opted to use Counter-Strike as a way to bypass Russian media restrictions. The organization has created a new map for the FPS that contains a hidden room which can only be found using the spectator cam. Inside is a collection of Russian-language stories from Helsingin Sanomat that detail the actions of Russia’s military during their invasion of Ukraine. Talking to GamesRadar+, Helsingin Sanomat editor-in-chief Antero Mukka said “Russians have very little...

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F1 23 Launches In June With Upgraded Handling and Story Mode

EA has announced that EA Sports F1 23 will release on June 16 later this year. Coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the latest game in the F1 series features the return of the Braking Point single player story mode alongside a range of gameplay, and quality of life improvements. This latest chapter of the Braking Point story mode will follow the careers of protagonist Devon Butler and teammate Aiden Jackson as they struggle to compete with real world racing legends as part of the Konnersport Racing Team. “The return of Braking Point allows players to immerse themselves in a racing story, which provides a unique look at F1 alongside the authentic race features our players know and love,” commented Lee Mather, senior...

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World of Warcraft Leads Explain How Faster Release Cadence Helps Development Team Avoid 'Heroics'

World of Warcraft’s community has been rather high on the latest expansion, Dragonflight, for a number of reasons. Among them is the general feeling that – contrary to the previous expansion, Shadowlands – there’s always plenty to do. And yet, World of Warcraft leads say that while the release cadence is faster than ever, shifts in how they pace and announce these updates are helping the team avoid crunching to make them happen. Speaking to IGN, game director Ion Hazzikostas says that the team heard the “tremendous amount” of feedback about content drought in Shadowlands, and began work to retool its public test realm (PTR) so the company could have two PTR builds running at the same time. World of Warcraft’s public test realm is...

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Immortals of Aveum Is Out in July - Here Are the Preorder Bonuses

If you’re looking for a new first-person shooter to get your hands on this summer, Immortals of Aveum is here with a spin on the genre that replaces a trigger with magic at your fingertips. The new game from Ascendant Studios is out on July 20 of this year and is currently up for preorder. We’ve gathered all of the important details on it for you to know ahead of its release below - from where you can preorder the game to bonuses included with a preorder. Preorder Immortals of Aveum PS5 Get it at Amazon - $69.99 Get it at Best Buy - $69.99 Get it at Walmart - $69.99 Get it at GameStop - $69.99 Get it at PS Store (digital) - $69.99 Xbox Series X|S Get it at Amazon - $69.99 Get it at Best Buy - $69.99 Get it at Walmart - $69.99...

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New Xbox Games Showcase Announced for June With Dedicated Starfield Direct

Microsoft has announced that a new Xbox Games Showcase will be livestreamed this June, and will once again include reveals of upcoming Xbox games from both first and third-party studios. In addition there will also be a Starfield Direct; a whole show dedicated to a deep-dive on Bethesda’s upcoming space-faring RPG. As detailed on the Xbox Wire blog, the Xbox Games Showcase will be livestreamed on Sunday, June 11 at 10am PT (6pm UK, 5am AEST). No specific developers or games have been teased, but naturally whatever is shown will be our first look at what’s coming to Xbox, PC, and Game Pass in the future. Starfield Direct, which will be aired immediately following the Xbox Games Showcase, will feature “tons of new gameplay, developer...

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