Auto Chess was and still is -- for lack of a better phrase -- the new hotness. The game started as a mod for popular MOBA title Dota 2, and sadly, when the game strikes out on its own on PC this year, it'll only do so as an Epic Games Store exclusive. But that won't be the case forever.
Read MoreOctober is upon us, bringing with it a host of new games to explore. From RPGs to first-person shooters, the month is filled to the brim with new titles from developers like Ubisoft, Activision, and Blizzard Entertainment. Here are all the video game releases for October 2019.
Read MoreAll things considered, things have gone pretty swimmingly for Gears 5 since it launched toward the beginning of the month. The critics have been kind to the game. And even those who care more about looks say Gears 5 is gorgeous. But those microtransactions.
Read MoreIf part of your daily routine involves coming home from work or school and shooting aliens in Destiny 2, we have some bad news for you. Destiny 2 is now down for 24 hours of scheduled maintenance ahead of the Tuesday launch of the game's next expansion, Shadowkeep.
Read MoreBastion, like Sia, swings from the chandelier while eliminating a ton of opponents in the process, sending the shock to a Overwatch League finals victory and earning the team $1.1 million.
Read MoreA year after releasing on PC and PlayStation 4, Dragon Quest 11: Echoes of an Elusive Age has finally come to the Nintendo Switch. Of course, an upgrade to a JRPG isn't complete without an even longer title, so the Switch version of Square Enix's eleventh Dragon Quest adds a few extra words.
Read MoreThe Last of Us: Part 2 was the clear star of last week's State of Play, but close behind it was a new title called Arise: A Simple Story. Players may have believed Arise to be a PS4 exclusive, given that we got our first look at it courtesy of Sony's stream. But fortunately, that's not the case.
Read MoreTo those who don't play a lot of (or any) Splatoon 2 on Nintendo Switch, the game looks like nothing more than an all-ages, arcadey first-person shooter that trades bullet-filled guns in for blasters and rollers full of paint. But has there been an in-game relationship blooming in front of our eyes?
Read MoreWant to collect all of the seashells, heart pieces, and fairy bottles hidden in The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening on the Switch? You'd better learn how to fish. The Switch version of the fishing minigame comes with more fish and more prizes than ever before.
Read MoreGears 5 introduces a few new weapons to the series, including one of our favorites: the Lancer GL Assault Rifle. In the fine tradition of the Boomshot and the Booshka, the Lancer GL Assault Rifle brings the explosive pain.
Read MoreIt may be hard to believe, considering how much there is to do in these games, but the Grand Theft Auto series has actually left tons of missions and various other content on the cutting room floor. Let's take a look at some interesting GTA content that never properly saw the light of day.
Read MoreSquare Enix has shared a new video featuring Thor and his abilities via the Marvel's Avengers Twitter page. The showcase reveals Thor's new design aesthetic, complete with a stylish up-do that makes him appear younger and less washed up than his previous shaggy, shoulder-length locks.
Read MoreWe've lost some important characters and gained a couple new ones. However, some previously major characters didn't get much attention in this long-awaited sequel, leaving us with many questions about the future of Borderlands.
Read MoreLooking for a new game to play this weekend? Sony Interactive Entertainment is at it again with another digital Flash Sale, slashing prices on some of 2019's hottest releases. PlayStation 4 users can snag up to 30% off at the PlayStation Store, including an impressive discount on Control.
Read MoreThere may be a new Grand Theft Auto release on the way, though it's not the long-awaited GTA 6 announcement we've all been hoping for. Instead, it's what appears to be a port of a much older GTA title that many people believe could be coming to the Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreIn all likelihood, Apex Legends Season 2 is in its final few weeks. That means we can get the hype train officially chugging for Season 3, which will undoubtedly bring more items to earn, guns to shoot, and characters to play as. We don't have every detail of Season 3, but here's what we do know.
Read MoreFew plights sound more miserable than not blinking for half a decade. That's exactly the situation Half-Life 2's NPCs found themselves in following an ill-fated move from Valve. Now, five years later, the poor souls can finally rest their dry eyes.
Read MoreLet's pause for a moment and reflect on how wild it is that Apex Legends -- which launched in February -- is getting a new map before Fortnite, which has been around for years. That's what is happening, though, when Season 3 of Apex Legends rolls around on Oct. 1.
Read MoreThe history of the series leads to an interesting question: how -- if the studio decides to try -- would Rockstar Games tackle a Max Payne 4? Where else is there to take this character who has done and seen so much? Here are some ideas.
Read MoreMinecraft is a game that, to many, feels limitless. It's why so many people ask questions about just how far they can push the popular sandbox title. Some even ask more off-the-wall questions, like, "How long would it take to mine every block in a Minecraft world?"
Read MoreBOY, how much does God of War cost? It's officially $19.99, thanks to a new round of PlayStation 4 games being added to Sony's PlayStation Hits catalog today. Along with God of War, six other popular PS4 titles have become part of PlayStation Hits, which means they'll be priced at $20 going forward.
Read MoreFinding the bow in The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is easy. Link's second-most iconic weapon will pop up in the Mabe Village shop as soon as you buy your first set of bombs from the shopkeeper. Actually getting the bow is a different story.
Read MoreDying Light 2 developer Techland has confirmed their intention to support the game for at least four years following launch with DLC, patches, and other bonuses. The team also shared how much time players can look forward to spending with the base game.
Read MoreDespite celebrating P.T.'s fifth birthday back in August, the game has kept on making headlines thanks to a hacker by the name of Lance McDonald, who's been poking around in the game's code, uncovering years-old secrets. Now he's made another gruesome discovery; this time in the game's bathroom.
Read MoreGears 5 features an out-of-game progression system governed by a new Skill Card mechanic. Along with abilities, perks, and loadouts, each Hero of Gears 5 has their own unique set of skills tailored around their role, represented by upgradable Skill Cards.
Read MoreElectronic Arts has released a new trailer for Star Wars: Jedi - Fallen Order, giving fans a fresh look at protagonist Cal Kestis's journey, including a possible cameo from Darth Vader.
Read MoreWe can say without question at this point that Xbox Game Pass​ is an insane deal. Whether you're paying $4.99 per month on PC, $9.99 on console, or $14.99 for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, you are arguably getting your money's worth. And somehow, someway, the service just keeps adding games.
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