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Tetris Effect Coming to PC Next Week as Epic Store Exclusive

No word on if it's a timed exclusive.

The game that many called 2018's game of the year is coming very soon to the PC. That's right, Tetris Effect brings its psychedelic strategy-puzzle gameplay to a PC somewhat near you on July 23. Ah, but there is a catch, because of course there is.

In case you missed it, Tetris Effect is exclusive to the Epic Games Store. There is no saying whether or not this is a timed exclusive release, or if this third-party PC release will remain an exclusive to that launcher. This release will mark the first time that the game was available...

Horror Game Devotion May Not be Re-released

Developer says this may change, but not any time soon.

This past February, Taiwan-based Red Candle Games pulled their then newly released horror title, Devotion, from the Steam store. This came after it was discovered that the game had shipped with an Easter egg that references how China's president, Xi Jinping, looks like Winnie the Pooh. What followed was a wave of review bombing on Steam from upset Chinese citizens that continued to toe the line that the government has repeatedly pushed upon them.

The original plan from Red Candle Games was to remove the game from...

Introducing Steam Labs - A Place to Test New Steam Features

Launching today with three experiments.

Valve has just launched a new area on Steam where users can test out new, experimental features for Steam. They're calling this area the Steam Labs and it is here where users will be able to test out potential new Steam features. These tests may one day become commonplace on Steam, but for now they are mere experiments ripe for testing and potential changes based on user feedback.

If you ever used Gmail, you may already know what to expect from these Labs experiments. That is to say, there is no guarantee that they will be fully...

Nintendo Lite Announced - $200 Handheld Device Coming in September

Cheaper, smaller, colorful.

Nintendo announced the Nintendo Switch Lite today. Priced at $199 (USD), this new iteration of the Switch hardware will be released on September 20, 2019. It will come in three different colors (Grey, Yellow, and Turquoise) at launch. A carrying case and a screen protector is also going to be available at launch for the Switch Lite.

Compared to its older brother, the Switch Lite will be a portable only device. You will not be able to dock the Switch Lite to a TV as you can with the regular Switch. In addition, the Switch Lite does not have...

Facebook Reportedly Bringing Splinter Cell Back... as a VR Game

Who wished on a monkey's paw?!

There is a story circulating today saying that Facebook may have already signed deals with Ubisoft to bring back Splinter Cell and a new Assassin's Creed title. That's not the weird part. The weird part here is that the deal is to create VR games in these two popular franchises. And since it's Facebook that pushed the deal, that would mean that the games would be Oculus "exclusive" and sold through their Oculus Store.

This is, at least right now, merely a rumor. It came to light today via The Information (full article is locked...

Valkyria Chronicles 4 is Now Available on Consoles and PC

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Published: 09-25-2018, 02:10 PM

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Valkyria Chronicles 4 is Now Available on Consoles and PC

I do not know much about the Valkyria Chronicles franchise, but I do know that this press announcement for the release of Valkyria Chronicles 4 included a picture of a dog and that's a-ok in my book. You can see the dog in the thumbnail for the trailer below.

In all seriousness though, Valkyria Chronicles 4 continues with the turn-based strategy RPG gameplay fans probably already know and love. This entry allows you to "experience the other side of the Second Europan War" and the "Operation Northern Cross" campaign.

The base version of the game is available for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC for $59.99 (USD). There is a "Memoirs from Battle" release for $99.99.

Valkyria Chronicles 4 Features:A Coming-of-Age Story in a Time of War - Valkyria Chronicles 4 takes place in the same timeframe as the original Valkyria Chronicles, but focuses on a whole new cast of main characters. Players will take command of the eager, young Commander Claude Wallace, engineer/heavy weapons extraordinaire Riley Miller, hotheaded
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Former Employee Files Lawsuit Against Telltale for Breaking Labor Laws

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Published: 09-25-2018, 01:10 PM

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Former Employee Files Lawsuit Against Telltale for Breaking Labor Laws

The recent and very sudden closure of Telltale left many in the gaming industry saddened. Fans were sad because it their favorite franchises may never be finished or given a sequel. More importantly though, hundreds of employees were let go without advance warning and without severance pay.

This is a big "no-no" when it comes to little things like "laws."

A former employee of Telltale is now suing the company in a class-action lawsuit. Polygon reports that the lawsuit was filed in a federal court in San Francisco on Monday. It was submitted by Vernie Roberts on behalf of himself and the other workers that were laid off this past Friday. The suit says that Telltale did not give "cause" and did not give them "advance written notice as required by the WARN Act."...

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2K Foundations Aims to Support Local Communities

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Published: 09-25-2018, 12:19 PM

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2K Foundations Aims to Support Local Communities

2K is known primarily for their publishing of various titles, including the recently released NBA 2K19, now aims to help out some local communities. The studio has launched 2K Foundations, a new program that will refurbish basketball courts and provided STEM programs for various neighborhoods throughout the United States.

Created to support underserved communities across the nation by refurbishing basketball courts in neighborhoods that need them the most, 2K Foundations will also provide essential technology upgrades in local community centers that will enable STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education programming for youth. Microsoft
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Submarines and Scares Coming in New Update for World of Warships

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Published: 09-25-2018, 11:44 AM

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Submarines and Scares Coming in New Update for World of Warships

Wargaming announced that a "huge new update" is coming soon for their free-to-play game, World of Warships. First and foremost, this update will see the addition of submarines to the game. In addition, this update will also include some special Halloween themed scares.
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Fortnite Labelled As "Addictive": Thoughts

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Published: 09-25-2018, 10:16 AM

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Fortnite Labelled As "Addictive": Thoughts

Fortnite has dominated the gaming industry in recent months, pulling in millions upon millions of players seemingly every day. Available across everything from PlayStation 4,Nintendo Switch and Xbox One, to PC, iOS and Android, the accessibility of this first-person shooter, battle royale-style game has helped drive it into the hands of children and young adults across not just the UK or USA, but the globe. In fact, we’ve seen numbers rise from just 1 million players in August 2017, to an incredible 125 million recorded in June 2018. However, with so many gamers picking up their console controllers, clicking at their mouse or tapping away at their screens, Fortnite has been under fire in recent months rega...

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Devil May Cry 5 Has Microtransactions. So What?

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Published: 09-24-2018, 05:16 PM

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Devil May Cry 5 Has Microtransactions. So What?

Over the weekend, the Internet lost its collective mind, as it tends to do, over ~~Bowsette~~ ~~Peachowser~~ the revelation that Devil May Cry 5 will have microtransactions. These microtransactions will allow you to get a bunchy of Red Orbs, the series equivalent to experience orbs. The microtranactions are there as a way to fast-track your ability to unlock new moves in the game.

GameSpot first noticed the microtransactions during some hands on time with Devil May Cry 5 during the Tokyo Game Show. They asked the game's director Hideaki Itsuno what the deal was with them.
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Cabela Bringing Hunting and Fishing to Nintendo Switch

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Published: 09-24-2018, 01:34 PM

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Cabela Bringing Hunting and Fishing to Nintendo Switch

If you own a Nintendo Switch and are a bit envious of your PlayStation 4 and Xbox One buddies, fret no more because you will also get a chance to hunt and fish! Only, instead of it being in Red Dead Redemption 2, it will be in a couple of Cabela titles.

Both Cabela's The Hunt: Championship Edition and Bass Pro Shops The Strike: Championship Edition will be released on the Switch in North America on October 23rd. Each game will retail for $39.99 (USD) on their own. Alternatively, you can get each one in their own bundles for $49.99 that includes the game and a special peripheral controller, that being either the Bullseye Pro or the Power Cast Rod & Reel. ...

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Sword Art Online Celebrates Five Years with Four New Announcements

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Published: 09-24-2018, 12:54 PM

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Sword Art Online Celebrates Five Years with Four New Announcements

Five years of Sword Art Online have come and gone and the franchise is still kicking. Bandai Namco announced four different Sword Art Online related pieces of news this past weekend at the 2018 Tokyo Game Show and now I am sharing them with you.

What are we looking at here? We're looking at news about a new expansion for Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet called Dissonance of the Nexus. We're looking at the Complete Edition of that game being announced. We're looking at Sword Art Online: Lost Song coming to Steam. And we're also looking at the release of the franchise on the Nintendo Switch.

Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet, Dissonance
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Red Dead Redemption 2 Has About 200 Species of Animal for You to Hunt and Skin

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Published: 09-24-2018, 12:07 PM

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Red Dead Redemption 2 Has About 200 Species of Animal for You to Hunt and Skin

Rockstar would like to inform you that Red Dead Redemption 2 will have about 200 species of animals, birds, and fish. All of these creatures will "behave and respond to their environment in a unique way."

I am assuming that every single one of these animals will be able to be hunted, killed, and skinned. It just wouldn't feel right if you couldn't do that in a Red Dead Redemption sequel.

Rockstar also passes along word that there are 19 different breeds of horses that you will be able to find in the world. These 19 breeds will have "59 different styles of coat" and you will be able to customize the crap out of them. I am assuming you cannot hunt these, but maybe just maybe.

Deer, bison and pronghorn traverse the plains in large herds, scavengers quickly sniff out carrion, sockeye salmon
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Android 17 Officially Added to Dragon Ball FighterZ Roster

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Published: 09-24-2018, 11:06 AM

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Android 17 Officially Added to Dragon Ball FighterZ Roster

Another combatant is entering the fight in Dragon Ball FighterZ. That fighter, if you didn't reads the big line above this, is none other than Android 17.

During his initial introduction into the DRAGON BALL universe, Android 17 was known to be a reckless anarchist, a trouble maker, and a real heel. After experiencing death and being brought back to life by Shenron, his brush with great-beyond caused Android 17 to take-on a life of peace and obscurity.
Also, Bandai Namco passes along word that players will be able to unlock a the content of the Z Capsule in preparation for the upcoming Halloween event. You can open these Z Cap...

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Troy Baker Introduced in New Death Stranding Trailer

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Published: 09-23-2018, 09:49 PM

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Troy Baker Introduced in New Death Stranding Trailer

It looks like ~~Ocelot~~ a mysterious masked man was introduced this weekend to Death Stranding. Hideo Kojima and his crew at Kojima Productions showed off a new trailer during their Tokyo Game Show 2018 presentation. The new footage shows off a masked character voiced by none other than Troy Baker.

I mean, it's only about a minute long but it does introduce yet another new character to the game. Other than this, we still don't really know much about Death Stranding in the slightest....

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