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Pokemon Go Johto Celebration Event Detailed, Features Shiny Miltank And More

31 mins ago Gamespot

Pokemon Go‘s Kanto Tour is just a few weeks away, and developer Niantic has been spotlighting different regions of the Pokemon world in the lead up to the event. The Hoenn Celebration is currently underway, and it will be followed…

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How to solve the Dartmoor murder mystery in Hitman 3

36 mins ago PC Gamer

Tired of doing murders? It’s time to solve one. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Valve Has Multiple New Games In Development, According To Gabe Newell

47 mins ago Gamespot

After the success of Half Life: Alyx (the first Half Life game in 13 years), Valve co-founder and CEO Gabe Newell has confirmed that Valve has multiple games in the pipeline, and is looking to focus on more single-player experiences.…

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Video: Shader and surface-driven GPU particle FX techniques

48 mins ago Gamasutra

In this 2018 GDC talk, programmer Christina Coffin explains alternative approaches to emitting particles from game environment effects. … Continue Reading at Source.…

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Here's How To Import Hitman 1+2 Content For Hitman 3

58 mins ago Game Informer

Hitman 3 is an incredible conclusion to an amazing franchise and while many players are getting ready to dive in as Agent 47 once more, there are a few things to know first about previous content before getting started. For…

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Bethesda Is Selling A Very Expensive Replica Of The Ring That Lets You Get Married In Elder Scrolls

1 hour ago Nintendo Life

Something Oblivion, something new, something Morrowind, something blue. Maybe Bethesda needs some quick cash while they plug away at the new Elder Scrolls game, or maybe they’re just trying to capitalise on people getting engaged during the pandemic. Either way,…

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A Farewell to Liyue, An Exceptional Part Of Genshin Impact

1 hour ago Kotaku

Genshin Impact has one of the most exciting regions that I’ve visited in a video game in years. It’s called Liyue and its geological and agricultural bounty is distinct from other open world games. To the west, a traveller can…

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Minecraft Update Adds Glowing Squid

1 hour ago Gamespot

Mojang has now added a Glow Squid to Minecraft following a fan vote on the next mob held at its Minecraft Live virtual event. But while the squid is available in the game, it won’t pop up naturally, so you’ll…

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Where to find the Predator's apartment in Fortnite

1 hour ago PC Gamer

Nice rig, man. Does it have a 3080? Continue Reading at Source.…

Nintendo

Flash Deal Drops Nintendo Switch Online Family Subscription To Just $20 (Update: Deal Has Ended)

1 hour ago Gamespot

Update: This deal seems to have now ended and returned to full price. It’s rare that we see outright discounts on Nintendo Switch Online, the annual membership required to enjoy online multiplayer in games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and…

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To Get Into Hitman Games, Try Starting With Hitman 2

1 hour ago Kotaku

Hitman 3 is out today. And while it’s pretty different from previous games in the rebooted trilogy, it’s still a lot of fun. If you’re new to the series or coming back from a while away, should you jump right…

Nintendo

Feature: Best Wii U Games

2 hours ago Nintendo Life

As ranked by you. Despite our affection for the the console, there’s no denying that Wii U had its share of issues. Chiefly, Nintendo failed to properly communicate the hardware’s unique potential to the game-playing public — a mistake the…

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You Can Now Buy A Special Box Of Banana-Shaped Pikachu Treats In Tokyo

2 hours ago Nintendo Life

Pikachew used Fruit Punch. Once again, Japan gets all the fun. Tokyo Banana, the official souvenir sweet of Tokyo city, launched a Pokémon-themed line of the curvy, banana-custard-filled cakes at the end of last year. Featuring Pikachu and Eevee in…

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New Assassin's Creed Manga Expands the Tale of Shao Jun

2 hours ago Push Square

Coming West in February. Remember Shao Jun, the hero from Assassin’s Creed Chronicles: China? Well, her story’s getting its very own manga adaptation, Ubisoft has announced. Published by manga giant VIZ, Assassin’s Creed: Blade of Shao Jun will be available…

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Dead Cells Getting Free Trial For Nintendo Switch Online Members

2 hours ago Game Informer

Free game trials have become a trend for Nintendo Switch Online, previously granting subscribers limited-time access to games like Crash Team Racing and Overwatch. Dead Cells opens its doors next, and from January 26 to February 1, Switch players can…

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Where To Buy Hitman 3 At A Discount On Release Day

2 hours ago Gamespot

Agent 47 is back in action in Hitman 3, which released today on consoles and PC. Hitman 3 is the final entry in the World of Assassination trilogy developed by IO Interactive. Since Hitman 3 has arrived right after the…

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Pokemon Go Mareep Incense Day Event Announced As Mega Ampharos Debuts

2 hours ago Gamespot

A new Mega Evolution has arrived in Pokemon Go. Mega Ampharos has made its debut in Mega Raids this week, and developer Niantic is celebrating with a special Incense Day event featuring its first form, Mareep. The Incense Day event…

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Spelunky 2 speedrunners are now reaching its true ending in just one hour

2 hours ago PC Gamer

Yep, that includes all 99 levels of the Cosmic Ocean. Continue Reading at Source.…

Xbox

Samurai Shodown Hits Xbox Series X|S This March, Simultaneous Launch With Season Pass 3

2 hours ago Gamespot

Developer and publisher SNK has announced that its critically acclaimed 2D fighter Samurai Shodown will make its way to Xbox Series X|S on March 16, with a physical edition coming to Europe and North America through a collaboration with Koch…

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Valorant 2.01 Patch Notes: Nerfs Jett, Revamps Split

2 hours ago Gamespot

Riot’s competitive shooter Valorant is always evolving, and the game has already received a new patch just days after its major 2.0 update. As its number implies, Patch 2.01 isn’t nearly as large or all-encompassing as the previous update, but…

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Google Chrome finally kills off Adobe Flash

2 hours ago PC Gamer

RIP to the king of gaming under your teacher’s nose in IT class. Continue Reading at Source.…

Guides

Guide a shape-shifting spacecraft through serene alien worlds in Exo One

2 hours ago PC Gamer

The first four worlds of Exo One are nothing short of extraordinary. Continue Reading at Source.…

The best UPS battery backup for PC gaming in 2021

2 hours ago PC Gamer

The best uninterruptible power supply will safeguard your PC from unexpected power loss and surges. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Tilting Point opens studio in Russia to work on multiple projects

2 hours ago Gamasutra

Free-to-play publisher Tilting Point has formed a new studio in St Petersburg, Russia, to expand its global network. … Continue Reading at Source.…

Nintendo

Atooi Knocks 80% Off Select Switch Games, But The Sale Ends Soon

3 hours ago Nintendo Life

Huge savings to be had! Indie publisher Atooi is currently hosting a very welcome sale on the Nintendo Switch eShop, but you’ll have to be quick if you want to get in on the deals. All three games listed below…

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The New Hawkmoon Quest Is Solo Destiny 2 At Its Best

3 hours ago Kotaku

Destiny 2 has always primarily been, and will likely always remain, a multiplayer game best experienced with kind strangers or old friends. But occasionally there have been times where the loot shooter has invited and even encouraged players to see…

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The Evolution of Agent 47's Face Makes for Nightmare Fuel

3 hours ago Push Square

Egg head. Here’s a new assassination opportunity for Agent 47: he just needs to show his targets the evolution of his face. A new Reddit meme shows how the sneaky skinhead’s design has evolved over the course of the Hitman…

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Co-Op Arcade Game Moving Out Gets Free “Moving In” Update Soon

3 hours ago Gamespot

Publisher Team17, alongside co-developers DevM Games and SMG Studio, have announced that the couch cooperative moving simulator Moving Out will get a bevy of new content soon. Titled Moving In, the update adds a new game mode that tasks players…

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Best SSD for gaming in 2021

3 hours ago PC Gamer

Give your gaming PC a speed boost with the best SSD for gaming. Continue Reading at Source.…

Playstation

Another PS5 Scalper Group Brags About Getting 2,000 More Units To Oversell

3 hours ago Game Informer

Many Sony fans have been anxiously awaiting a chance to nab an elusive PlayStation 5 but low stock and scalpers have made that task exceedingly difficult. Instead of lying low and quietly having no scruples, one scalping group is publicly…

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Halo: MCC Update Will Let You Turn Off The New Halo 3 Armors

3 hours ago Gamespot

343 Industries is rolling out some changes to Halo: The Master Chief Collection, including the ability to toggle off custom armor in Halo 3 after fans spoke out. Several new armors for Halo 3 recently came to MCC, but the…

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GTA 5 Actor Is Out Of The Hospital After Battling COVID-19 And Pneumonia

3 hours ago Gamespot

Actor Ned Luke, who plays Michael in Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto V, has left the hospital after he contracted COVID-19 and came down with pneumonia. Posting on Twitter, Luke shared a video of himself walking out of the Georgia hospital…

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Hitman 3 Progress Transfer Site Isn't Working On Launch Day

3 hours ago Gamespot

Fans of the Hitman franchise were ready to shave their heads and don the suit of their favorite genetically-engineered assassin for the release of Hitman 3 today, but they’ve run into a nasty snag. The site that developer IO Interactive…

Reviews

This Metroid Set Could Be Officially Reviewed By LEGO With Your Votes

3 hours ago Nintendo Life

And it’s almost halfway there. Thanks to the recent Super Mario range, official Nintendo LEGO is now finally a thing, but fan-made designs hoping to catch LEGO’s attention are still as popular as ever. LEGO Ideas, a site where fans…

Guide: Hitman 3: How to Import All Levels and Locations from Hitman 1 and Hitman 2 on PS5, PS4

3 hours ago Push Square

How to play the entire World of Assassination trilogy within Hitman 3. How do you import all levels and locations from Hitman 1 and Hitman 2 into Hitman 3 on PS5 and PS4? IO Interactive allows you to play the…

Guides

Pokemon Go Kyogre Raid Guide: Best Counters, Weaknesses, And Tips

3 hours ago Gamespot

Two more Legendary Pokemon have returned to Pokemon Go for a limited time. To coincide with the game’s Hoenn Celebration event, both Groudon and Kyogre are back in five-star Raids from January 19-26, giving you another chance to capture them…

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Miniclip acquires Online Soccer Manager developer Gamebasics

3 hours ago Gamasutra

Miniclip has purchased Online Soccer Manager developer Gamebasics for an undisclosed fee.Â … Continue Reading at Source.…

Trailers

This fan-made Skyrim trailer uses entirely AI-synthesized voice acting

3 hours ago PC Gamer

No new recordings required. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Get One of Last Year's Weirdest Games, Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing In Disguise, for $33

3 hours ago Kotaku

Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing In Disguise | $33 | Amazon Read more… Continue Reading at Source.…

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This Is Not Fiction

3 hours ago Kotaku

In different ways, some of Marvel’s superheroes like Captain America and the Punisher, and Lucasfilm’s infamous Galactic Empire, have all been in the news as of late for reasons that have little to do with the stories we’re used to…

Playstation

Wednesday's Best Deals: Aukey Webcam, PlayStation Plus, Baby Yoda Towel/Loofah Set, Razer Accessories, Eastbay Athleisure Sale, Dog Chew Toys, and More

3 hours ago Kotaku

Jump to: Tech | Gaming | Home | Lifestyle | Media Read more… Continue Reading at Source.…

Guides

Pokemon Go Groudon Raid Guide: Best Counters, Weaknesses, And Tips

3 hours ago Gamespot

Pokemon Go has brought two more Legendary Pokemon back for a limited time. As part of the game’s Hoenn Celebration event, both Groudon and Kyogre are returning to five-star Raids from January 19-26, and you’ll have a chance to capture…

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Video: Ahead Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild 2, We Discuss What Makes The Original So Special

4 hours ago Nintendo Life

Praising a true great. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild‘s sequel may not have had any kind of update in around 18 months, and that fact has left us in a state of real hankering for some open-world…

EU Commission fines Valve and five PC publishers €7.8 million for 'geo-blocking' games

4 hours ago PC Gamer

The judgement concerns the sale of ‘around 100 PC video games of different genres.’ Continue Reading at Source.…

Nintendo

Nintendo adds 4 player Captain Toad multiplayer to Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury

4 hours ago My Nintendo News

Nintendo UK has confirmed this afternoon via the Super Mario UK Twitter account that the Captain Toad mini levels in Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury will now include four-player co-op. The levels were a joy to play through…

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Among Us Developer Explains Why Updates Have Taken So Long

4 hours ago IGN

Among Us developer Innersloth has released a development log, promising a 2021 content roadmap and explaining why updates to the game have taken longer than might have been expected. As noted on the Innersloth blog, the enormous, and sudden success…

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An Early Build of Ocarina of Time Allowed Link to Turn Into Navi

4 hours ago IGN

A development build of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has been discovered and it reveals an in-progress look at Kakariko Village, an early archery test, and that Link could have turned into Navi via the Soul Medallion. As…

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Activision Blizzard Stock Price Hits A 37-Year High Amid Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic

4 hours ago Gamespot

Activision Blizzard, like many other gaming publishers, is riding high right now thanks in part to the COVID-19 pandemic that’s keeping people at home playing more games and spending more on them. As The Wall Street Journal noticed, the company’s…

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Opera opens new video game division and confirms YoYo Games purchase

4 hours ago Gamasutra

Opera has confirmed the purchase of GameMaker Studio creator YoYo Games, and explained the deal will form the basis for a new video game division called Opera Gaming. … Continue Reading at Source.…

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Fortnite v15.21 Update: Patch Notes With Predator Skin, New Challenges

4 hours ago Gamespot

Fortnite has updated battle royale to v15.21, and this update may seem small in terms of the total number of changes it brings, but they are still significant. They include the introduction of a certain boss character who may give…

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Fortnite v15.21 Update: The Predator Is Here, Patch Notes

4 hours ago Gamespot

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