There probably weren’t too many people asking for a board game based on the movie Jaws, but this is 2019 and they sell nostalgia-based everything. The thing is, the board game is actually good. Multiple outlets reviewed the Jaws board game and turned in heavy praise for the product. In particular, they seem to enjoy how the game’s structure mirrors the tension of the film. The designers also found a great way to handle the shark....
The next season of Apex Legends has a surprise in store for fans of Titanfall, and players are theorising wildy just what it could be (via USGamer.net). Game Informer interviewed a few Apex Legends developers in its latest issue. In response to a question about Apex Legends and Titanfall’s shared universe, one member of the team said, “there could potentially be a pleasant surprise for Titanfall fans in season five.” The developer described an “awesome world in Titanfall 1 and 2,” and that the team wants to make the most of it in its newest game....
Ubisoft has unveiled Tom Clancy’s The Division Resurgence, a new mobile entry in the third person shooter series coming soon. This RPG shooter spin-off will take place in The Division’s version of New York. The free-to-play offering will have its own storyline, while offering a “unique perspective” on the events of the previous games. While optimised for mobile devices, Ubisoft promises a vast open world that players will be free to roam around....
The most powerful guns in Destiny 2 can be found with the word exotic attached to their name. These incredibly powerful weapons are also incredibly rare, only found via infrequent Exotic Engram drops or earned after completing difficult quests. On top of that, only one can be equipped at a time. With all the different pistols, snipers, rocket launchers, and rifles in the game, it can be hard to decide which exotic gun you choose to be your one and only....
Sound is an extremely important part of video games. Especially if you are playing a hardcore and hyper-realistic military shooter like Escape from Tarkov. Since the game has no on-screen info like HUD, listening to sound cues is your only option to determine your enemy’s location. To get the best out of your gaming experience, you need a good headset. So if you’re planning to buy new headphones, check out our list of best headsets for Escape from Tarkov....
If you’ve seen some of our History Nerd pieces, then you’ll know that I’ve fallen in love with history. In fact, one of the greatest joys I have as a gamer is seeing these historical events depicted in this entertainment medium. Seeing other gamers and fans who appreciate the same stories or events as I do is also a treat. That brings us to Total War: Three Kingdoms, the latest in Creative Assembly’s strategy/war game franchise....
Prince Imrik, the Dragon Lord of Caledor, joins Total War: Warhammer II‘s roster as an FLC character. That’s thanks to a free update that coincided with the release of The Warden & The Paunch DLC. Here’s our campaign guide to help you out. Note: This guide is based on a Vortex campaign playthrough on VH/VH difficulty. For more information, you can also check out our Total War: Warhammer II – The Warden & The Paunch guides and features hub....
The development cycle for Total War: Warhammer II is almost over. We have the final DLC for the game, one that pits Taurox the Brass Bull of the Beastmen against Oxyotl of the Lizardmen. This will lead to a climactic showdown between the mutated followers of Chaos and the guardians of the Great Plan. Here’s our Total War: Warhammer II – The Silence & The Fury guides and features hub to help you out....
Dontnod’s Twin Mirror, a moody investigative thriller reminiscent of Twin Peaks, has shown off a totally new direction in a new trailer. The game was originally set to release in episodes in 2019, but Dontnod Entertainment chose to delay Twin Mirror “in order to optimize the gaming experience and capitalise on [its] success potential.” This lacked clarity—what’s a “success potential” when it’s at home?—but now we know that the developer enlisted the assistance of Shibuya Productions to help produce the project....
Going green is one of the hottest topics of the decade, so it’s no surprise that the people of Two Point County are concerned about their environment. And so, of course, they also worry about the impact all the hospital developments are having on the world. Fear not, good people – Mayor Tabitha Windsock is committed to being whatever she needs to be to get votes. So, right now, the environment is her number one priority....
Out on October 24, the book, according to the description, ‘reveals the creative process behind one of the most popular FPS games of all time.’ The limited edition comes in a ‘beautiful clamshell box with magnetic closure and includes an acetate slipcover featuring the game’s most popular hero, Tracer, as well as two portfolios containing a total of three prints chosen by the Overwatch team.’ There’s also an Overwatch: Anthology Volume 1 hardcover book coming on October 10 that will retail at $19....
The Nintendo Switch version of V-Rally 4 will be released in Europe on December 13, with a US version following on February 5, 2019. Bigben and Kylotonn Racing Games also confirmed that the Supercharge Racing pack, V-Rally 4’s first DLC, is now available for the PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One versions of the game. Here, you can get your hands on a bunch of new liveries to take for a spin in quick party, online, and career modes....
After waiting months for a significant content update, Valheim fans are feasting this week. Developer Iron Gate’s Valheim: Mistlands DLC is out now, bringing a new biome and magic abilities to the fray. And thankfully, that’s not all. There are of course new enemies to fight and flee from, as well as actual NPCs scouring the Norse-based landscape. Valheim: Mistlands sets out to offer longtime fans a ton of new content to enjoy....
Valorant patch 1.02 is a big one because it will see the addition of Competitive Matchmaking to the game. However, the ranked version of Riot Games’ tactical shooter isn’t live in-game yet. The Valorant team is still trying to squash some lingering bugs before they activate it. Patch 1.02 also makes some solid changes to Viper, numerous adjustments on the maps, and an important change to movement speed after you’ve been tagged....
While barely anything is known of the new series from Apple by Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul creator Vince Gilligan, we at least now know the star. Vince Gilligan will be bringing on Rhea Seehorn, who played Kim Wexler in Better Call Saul, to star in his new (and thus far untitled) series. Not only is there not a known title for the new show, but we also don’t know a plot or anything....
Assault rifles are some of the most recognizable weapons in any video game. From modern titles to games more focused on science fiction, a fully-automatic rifle that is highly versatile is easy to spot and satisfying to use. Because everything looks so alien in Warframe, it can be hard to spot good primary weapons to use, let alone assault rifles. The good news is plenty of assault rifles exist to fulfill any playstyle....
With the limited amount of mod slots available on every item in Warframe, it can be hard to get utility-based effects for certain builds. Luckily, this is where companions shine. These sidekicks can provide bonuses ranging from grabbing every item near the player to granting status immunity. Companions are crucial to getting the most out of any build, granting nice bonuses that would otherwise not be possible. Some robotic companions, named Sentinels, can also bring unique weapons with them that can deal with reasonable damage or be built around stunning targets consistently....
Since the release of Warzone 2, players have been pleading with devs to bring back various Warzone 1 mechanics in order to make the follow-up battle royale more palatable. Unfortunately, the initial lack of communication along with the numerous unaddressed issues that have plagued it since launch made it look like it was never going to happen. Now that we’re in the new year, however, it seems that the developers are steadily trying to recapture the magic that made Warzone 1 favored....
Call of Duty: Warzone has a variety of skins for you to use from. Even more so when the crossover between Warzone and Black Ops Cold War took place. However, there is one skin in particular that has been causing problems since it was released. This is the Roze skin that has been accused by many players of being pay to win. The skin is all black, meaning that it is able to hide in the various shadows in Verdansk and Rebirth Island....
How safe do you feel in your Valheim base? Walls secure, trenches dug out, windows sealed? Even with all these precautions in place, you may still not be safe from Valheim’s new enemies. With the introduction of the Mistlands update comes a new type of raid - and this one is wreaking havoc on established player bases. Rather devastatingly, some players are losing homes that took them hundreds of hours to make....
