Video Game Celebs We Lost In 2019
Sadly, we lost some bright stars in the world of gaming in 2019. Let us pay our respects to some of those entertainers and creators.
Read MoreSadly, we lost some bright stars in the world of gaming in 2019. Let us pay our respects to some of those entertainers and creators.
Read MoreMiHoYo's Genshin Impact has caused a great deal of controversy since it was first announced. At first, the game was mostly written off. Some gamers have had problems with Genshin Impact's fast-travel system, but a new item is being added to the game that may make fast-travel easier than ever before.
Read MoreLast week, fans of PewDiePIe were deeply concerned for his future own YouTube. It seemed as though PewDiePie had been "shadowbanned" by YouTube, which would have meant that YouTube would have severely restricted access to Pewds' content. Luckily, PewDiePie has been able to clear the air since then.
Read MoreFacebook Gaming has recently taken the next step, launching free-to-play cloud gaming. Now Facebook users can stream games straight from the social media site's servers. Sadly, cloud gaming will not be available on iOS — and Facebook has been more than willing to call Apple out on the reasons why.
Read Morethe Oculus Quest 2 has been receiving rave reviews from critics. The Verge has praised the crisp display and fantastic price point, while PCMag was particularly impressed by the headset's excellent motion-tracking. However, there are quite a few issues with the Quest that have caused fans to pause.
Read MoreValve is infamous for never releasing games. This time, it's not a fabled Half-Life title. Instead, news has surfaced about why Valve never released project F-Stop, a Portal prequel previously only whispered about.
Read MoreGenshin Impact has been a controversial game ever since it was first announced. However, since its release, there's been one piece of its gameplay that has truly frustrated even the most forgiving of gamers: Original Resin. Original Resin is one of the basic components of gameplay in Genshin Impact.
Read MoreImmortals: Fenyx Rising has proven to be a surprisingly controversial game within the last couple of months. With the recent release of the demo for Immortals: Fenyx Rising, reviews began rolling in that seem to indicate that gamers will be pleasantly surprised by Ubisoft's mythological action RPG.
Read MoreTwitch has recently received a significant amount of backlash for forcing its streamers into a corner over DMCA warnings. Now, some of Twitch's highest performers are scrambling to figure out what to do next. This includes Pokimane, who recently delivered some majorly disappointing news to her fans.
Read MoreThe release of the Xbox Series X and the PlayStation 5 are right on the horizon. With some fans still trying to decide which console to go with, the more diehard fans are finding ways of illustrating the differences. In particular, one post has gamers wondering if the Series X has a major advantage.
Read MoreIf you logged into the Xbox Store today and saw that a ton of your favorite games suddenly had defaced cover art, don't panic. You haven't been hacked and neither has the Xbox Store. What you have just stumbled onto is a pretty brilliant case of viral marketing for the upcoming Watch Dogs: Legion.
Read MoreAtari is taking a dive into the hospitality industry with its very own hotel. And what would be a better home for an Atari Hotel than Las Vegas?
Read MoreEven with so much to do in Red Dead Redemption 2, there seem to be a few embarrassing situations players are finding in common, from humiliating horse fails and shocking goat attacks to accidental murder.
Read MoreFor its mixture of party game mechanics and genuine suspense, Among Us and its lovable Crewmates have become hugely popular. However, have you ever played a game of Among Us and said to yourself, "Man, I'd love to eat one of those guys?" Well, then you're in luck. Whathowwhy has made a gummy snack.
Read MoreGame companies go to great lengths to keep their developing projects secret. Unfortunately, sometimes crucial information slips out, whether by accident or malicious intent. From release date mistakes to FBI investigations, here are some of the most egregious cases of spoilers in gaming history.
Read MoreHere's the cool thing about the games industry: you don't need a multimillion-dollar budget in order to publish games. It's easier than ever for devs — amateur and expert alike — to put their work out there for gamers to enjoy.
Read MoreEsports have grown in popularity and exposure, with new teams popping up all over the world. Some esports teams have managed to become incredibly rich by competing in tournaments. However, where many esports pros usually see dollar signs, the competitors in a coastal Japanese city are seeing crabs.
Read MoreRetro games hit a sweet spot with gamers of a certain age. That may be why Atari has decided to resurrect a classic title for the portable gaming market. In an exclusive press release via Shacknews, Atari has announced its exciting new plans to bring classic PONG gameplay to a new smaller device.
Read MoreAs the release of the PlayStation 5 approaches, fans continue to have more questions regarding backwards compatibility. Recently, PlayStation has released a very short list of the PS4 games that wouldn't be compatible with the PS5. But what about the compatibility of the fan-favorite PlayLink games?
Read MoreFortnite is a massively successful game, bringing in an unfathomable amount of revenue in mobile sales and through V-Bucks, Fornite's own in-game currency. So what happens when you purchase V-Bucks from less-reputable sources? One Reddit user has seemingly shared the results of just such a purchase.
Read MoreEven though Phasmophobia is plenty frightening, its developers are hard at work tweaking the game's scares, and not for the reasons you might think.
Read MoreDr Disrespect is one of the most talked-about streamers in the industry, and for good reason. It seems as though his viewership has continued to climb over the last few months, resulting in the Doc possibly being more relevant than ever before. According to this chart, the Doc may still be on top.
Read MoreYet again, the streamer and agent of chaos known as Dr. Disrespect has some choice words for fellow streamer Ninja. In a recent stream, Dr. Disrespect addressed Ninja's recent use of the TikTok platform. Dr. Disrespect has apparently seen a handful of Ninja's TikToks and he is less than impressed.
Read MoreFelix "PewDiePie" Kjellberg wasn't always the biggest name in the YouTube game. Like many internet stars, he had humble beginnings. Initially, he wasn't sure if the whole "YouTube thing" would really work out. In a recent video, PewDiePie revealed what he would have done without his YouTube success.
Read MoreCritics have finally been able to review the Xbox Series X within the past couple of weeks. While overall reactions have been positive, one big problem seems to have arisen: some people have reported that the Series X runs way too hot. A recent test of the new console may have put that fear to bed.
Read MoreSquare Enix had a busy night at E3 2019, presenting a showcase brimming with announcements and trailers for new and upcoming titles. The Final Fantasy 7 Remake kicked off the event, showing off its real-time combat and tactical mode.
Read MoreEpic Games is facing a class-action lawsuit after a data breach exposed the personal information of millions of Fortnite users. The breach in question occurred as early as November 2018. when hackers discovered a way to exploit Fortnite's login system.
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