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  Ubisoft Delays Pirate Themed 'Skull & Bones' Until Mid-2020

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-15-2019, 05:56 PM
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  Ubisoft Delays Pirate Themed 'Skull & Bones' Until Mid-2020

  Open world naval pirate game to skip E3 2019.
  
  Ubisoft delivered some sad news today. Their open world pirate themed naval combat game, Skull & Bones, has been delayed until at least mid-2020. The team working on the game even delivered word today that they would be skipping E3 2019.
  
  Skull & Bones was initially revealed way back at E3 2017. More footage was revealed at E3 2018 and it was still looking pretty good. Last year came the first delay which pushed it into...

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  New 'Safe Haven' Cinematic for World of Warcraft

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-15-2019, 05:14 PM
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  New 'Safe Haven' Cinematic for World of Warcraft

  Hey look, it's Thrall!
  
  Blizzard released a new cinematic video today for World of Warcraft. We see Varok Saurfang paying a visit to an old leader of the Horde. This particular cinematic is for the Rise of Azshara content update (8.2) for World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth. This new content update includes features like equipment slots on mounts, new zones (Nazjatar & Mechagon), a new raid (Azshara's Eternal Palace), and more.
  
  Now, can someone explain to me why Blizzard...

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  'DOTA Underlords' Trademarked by Valve

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-15-2019, 04:50 PM
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  'DOTA Underlords' Trademarked by Valve

  It's probably DOTA Auto Chess.
  
  Valve was given a new trademark this week. This trademark is for an upcoming "computer game" called DOTA Underlords. Literally nothing else is known about this title. There is speculation that it may be the name of Valve's standalone release of DOTA Auto Chess, but that's as much of a guess as anything else.
  
  For all we know, it could be a VR title, something to do with Artifact, or something completely unexpected....

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  Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey Gameplay Footage and Epic Exclusive Details

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-15-2019, 04:24 PM
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  Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey Gameplay Footage and Epic Exclusive Details

  Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick says exclusives "will be rare."
  
  Another Take-Two title is confirmed to be a timed exclusive to the Epic Games Store. Previously, the Take-Two Private Division label published title, The Outer Worlds, is a one year timed exclusive to the Epic Games Store. Yes, it's also out on the same day to the Microsoft Store because Obsidian is now owned by MS and there are many business issues at work. After that point, it will be sold on Steam and other digital...

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  The Most Prestigious Esports Events In The World

  • Created by: Major 0
  • Published: 05-15-2019, 11:59 AM

  The Most Prestigious Esports Events In The World

  
  The competitive gaming scene continues to soar in popularity and the biggest events have attracted millions of fans from across the globe. Esports have already begun to rival traditional sporting tournaments, and the juggernaut shows no signs of slowing down as prize pools become increasingly lucrative. Leading companies like MasterCard, Intel and Red Bull sponsor tournaments and leading gamers have become multimillionaires with massive social media followings as a result of their exploits....

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  First Raid Added to The Division 2

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-14-2019, 05:38 PM
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  First Raid Added to The Division 2

  Get ready for "Operation Dark Hours."
  
  Today, Ubisoft released the "Operation Dark Hours" update for Tom Clancy's The Division 2. This update will also include the first 8-player raid for the game, which just happens to be given the same name as the name of the update. Must just be one big coincidence.
  
  The raid itself doesn't unlock until May 16 at 12PM (ET). The update itself is live now.
  
  Today's update for the game also includes the new...

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  New Splinter Cell Game Confirmed by Ubisoft Creative Director (Update: Only a 'joke')

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-14-2019, 04:16 PM
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  New Splinter Cell Game Confirmed by Ubisoft Creative Director (Update: Only a 'joke')

  That sure is one way to announce a game, I suppose.
  
  Update: Ubisoft issued a statement after this apparent earlier "confirmation" by Gerighty.
  
  
  
  Ah, so it was a "joke." Ha...
  
  ... ha?
  
  If you still somehow doubt it, Jason Schreier also confirmed that it was just a joke.
  
  Original: Julian Gerighty is a Creative Director at Ubisoft that has helped to create and bring games like The Division 2 and the Splinter...

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  Super Mario Maker 2 Direct Announced for May 15

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-14-2019, 03:58 PM
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  Super Mario Maker 2 Direct Announced for May 15

  Get ready for new info on Super Mario Maker 2.
  
  Nintendo announced that they will hold a new "Direct" stream tomorrow, May 15 at 3PM (PT).
  
  Given that this is specifically being called a "Super Mario Maker 2 Direct" I would assume this will focus only on Super Mario Maker 2. I may or may not be Nostradamus. Watch it on YouTube or via the embed below. ...

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  World of Warcraft Classic Release Date Set for August 27

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-14-2019, 03:29 PM
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  World of Warcraft Classic Release Date Set for August 27

  Time to bust out those rose tinted glasses.
  
  Blizzard officially announced today that World of Warcraft Classic will be released this year. The re-release of the classic game is based off of the 1.12.0 version of the game that originally came out in late 2006. Though the release of Classic will include some "modern conveniences," it will largely still be the old WoW that you know and remember loving.
  
  The release date is set for August 27, but some players will...

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  Guild Wars 2 Living World Season 4 Episode 6 is Out Now

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-14-2019, 02:10 PM
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  Guild Wars 2 Living World Season 4 Episode 6 is Out Now

  Log in now to get it for free and keep it forever.
  
  The sixth episode of the fourth Living World season was released today for Guild Wars 2. As always, all you need to do is log in to Guild Wars 2 while this episode is live and it's yours to keep forever at no extra cost. If you don't log in before the next content is released, whenever that is, you won't get this for free. It's pretty simple.
  
  This latest episode is called "War Eternal" and it finds players chasing...

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  'Epic Store Exclusive' Show Lineup Announced for June 10

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-14-2019, 01:05 PM
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  'Epic Store Exclusive' Show Lineup Announced for June 10

  May actually be called "The PC Gaming Show," but it's debatable.
  
  The PC Gaming Show 2019 lineup has been announced. You'll be able to watch it live on Twitch at the PC Gamer channel.
  
  The event, which takes place at 10AM (PT) on June 10, 2019 is sponsored by the Epic Games Store.
  
  As the sponsor of the show, Epic will "reveal brand new material for several games." Oh, that sounds nice! That also includes "some exclusives, coming to the...

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  A Plague Tale: Innocence Launch Trailer

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-13-2019, 06:38 PM
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  A Plague Tale: Innocence Launch Trailer

  Aw rats!
  
  A Plague Tale: Innocence is ready to be released on the PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Actually, from the looks of it, the game is already out in most regions. I believe it unlocked starting around 6PM (ET), the same time the review embargo lifted for the game. Speaking of which, you should go read our review for A Plague Tale: Innocence.
  
  As with all game releases, a launch trailer is now available that shows off a bit of what players can expect as they travel...

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  Sniper Elite V2 Remastered Launch Trailer

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-13-2019, 06:16 PM
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  Sniper Elite V2 Remastered Launch Trailer

  Change history all over again.
  
  The release of Sniper Elite V2 Remastered is rapidly approaching. In fact, we're well under a day away from its May 14th release on the PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Seems like a good time for a launch trailer, yeah?
  
  Those who don't yet own any version of Sniper Elite V2 can pick this new version up tomorrow for $34.99 (USD). If you own the original on Steam or GOG, you can upgrade to the Remastered version for just $9.99 if you so desire. ...

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  Review: A Plague Tale: Innocence (PC)

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-13-2019, 05:22 PM
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  Review: A Plague Tale: Innocence (PC)

  Incredible from start to finish.
  
  Every once in a while there comes a new game release that defies all expectations. A Plague Tale: Innocence is one such game. Thanks to a delicate balance of satisfying gameplay and an engaging story, A Plague Tale will sink its hooks into you right from its opening chapters. Though there are a couple of small missteps along the way, the journey you share with siblings Amicia and Hugo is one you really don't want to miss.
  
  There are many...

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  David Eddings Details Abuse from Randy Pitchford

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 05-10-2019, 05:22 PM
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  David Eddings Details Abuse from Randy Pitchford

  Accusations include a wet-willy and aggressive shoving.
  
  One week ago, the dispute between Gearbox's Randy Pitchford and former Gearbox employee David Eddings went public in a hurry. It seemed as though this was largely over a pay dispute between the two parties but, as with most things involving Randy Pitchford, there's a bit more to it than that.
  
  Eddings has claimed, on more than one occasion now, that Randy Pitchford physically assaulted him. These allegations really...

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