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  U.S. Senator Proposes Bill to Ban Loot Boxes and Pay-to-Win Microtransactions

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  • Published: 05-08-2019, 07:49 PM
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  U.S. Senator Proposes Bill to Ban Loot Boxes and Pay-to-Win Microtransactions

  "Keep ur politics out of muh vidyagams!"
  
  Representative Josh Hawley announced a new bill that aims to ban loot boxes and pay-to-win (P2W) microtransactions in games that are "played by minors." The senator understands that it's a broad label but clarified that this will include games designed for kids under 18 and games "whose developers knowingly allow minor players to engage in microtransactions."
  
  Sure, that is still a fairly broad umbrella...

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  Next Ghost Recon Game Name Possibly Leaked

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  • Published: 05-08-2019, 07:04 PM
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  Next Ghost Recon Game Name Possibly Leaked

  Read this for spoilers, or just wait until the actual reveal tomorrow.
  
  Ubisoft may have accidentally leaked the name of their next Ghost Recon game ahead of tomorrow's reveal. The name? Ghost Recon Breakpoint. The following image was caught by Reddit user jrmywl30. They say that it appeared first on the Ghost Recon sub-Reddit and was quickly pulled.
  
  The image shows a "Wolves Collector's Edition" for Ghost Recon Breakpoint. It's suggested that the game will be...

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  Days Gone Outperforms God of War in Japan

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  • Published: 05-08-2019, 06:13 PM
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  Days Gone Outperforms God of War in Japan

  Something something "but people are tired of zombie games" something something.
  
  According to reports passed along to the public by Benji-Sales on Twitter, launch week sales of Days Gone has surpassed both God of War and Horizon Zero Dawn in Japan.
  
  According to the report, Days Gone sold over 114,000 units in Japan in its first week of availability. In comparison, Horizon Zero Dawn sold about 116,500 units in its first week. God of War came up well short in the...

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  Strategy Game 'John Wick Hex' Announced for Consoles and Epic Games Store

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  • Published: 05-08-2019, 05:05 PM
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  Strategy Game 'John Wick Hex' Announced for Consoles and Epic Games Store

  Because when I think of John Wick, I think real-time strategy.
  
  John Wick is getting a video game called John Wick Hex. It's a real-time strategy game. Yeah, mull that one over in your brain.
  
  To be fair, it's a "fast-paced, action-oriented strategy game." I think that sounds better, right? It's being made by game director Mike Bithell, who previously brought you games like Volume and Thomas Was Alone, a game about geometric shapes.
  
  This title will...

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  Underwater Ruins Expansion Announced for Black Desert Online

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  • Published: 05-08-2019, 04:36 PM
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  Underwater Ruins Expansion Announced for Black Desert Online

  Darling it's better, down where it's wetter.
  
  Black Desert Online is going to let players explore what lies below on May 22 with the release of the "Underwater Ruins Expansion." Players of the MMO will tackle new adventures in a variety of new water-themed locations and "face off against some of the fiercest enemies in the game."
  
  Players will need to travel by boat and take a deep dive into the ocean to begin adventuring in two different locations. These...

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  Code Vein Closed Network Test Coming Later in May

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  • Published: 05-08-2019, 03:21 PM
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  Code Vein Closed Network Test Coming Later in May

  Register now for the closed network test.
  
  Later this month, Bandai Namco will host a closed network test for Code Vein. This test will be conducted on both the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. It seems as though they're not too worried about the PC version because no test has been announced for that particular platform.
  
  This test will give you the chance to make your own character and play through the opening segment of Code Vein. Players will also get a chance to experience...

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  EA Access is Coming to PlayStation

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  • Published: 05-07-2019, 06:27 PM
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  EA Access is Coming to PlayStation

  PlayStation 4 owners will finally get EA Access in July.
  
  Starting this July, PlayStation 4 owners will get to partake of the EA subscription service that Xbox One and PC owners have had for ages now. EA Access on PlayStation 4 will give subscribers access to a growing number of EA published titles with either a monthly fee or an annual fee.
  
  This subscription allows players to get 10% off of every game, expansion, or in-game item that they decide to purchase. EA Access...

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  Breaking Ground Expansion Announced for Kerbal Space Program

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  • Published: 05-07-2019, 05:52 PM
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  Breaking Ground Expansion Announced for Kerbal Space Program

  Fresh details on Kerbal's second DLC are right here.
  
  Squad and Private Division announced all new details today for Kerbal Space Program: Breaking Ground, the second expansion for the very popular space flight sim. This new expansion will add in a bunch of new content, including new gear for scientific experiments, robotic parts, actual surface features, and more.
  
  The Breaking Ground expansion will be released on May 30 for the PC. It will run you $14.99 (USD), a small...

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  Psychological Thriller Game 'The Shattering' Announced

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  • Published: 05-07-2019, 05:14 PM
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  Psychological Thriller Game 'The Shattering' Announced

  Get ready to get psychologically thrilled later in 2019.
  
  Deck13 Spotlight is almost ready to deliver a "ground-breaking psychological thriller" called The Shattering to the PC via Steam late in 2019. It's being developed by Indie developer SuperSexySoftware and has been worked on for the past five years. Players assume the role of John Evans as you dive into his very own dreams to tackle the past and present. Guiding you will be the "Doctor."
  
  You will...

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  Puyo Puyo Champions Out Now

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  • Published: 05-07-2019, 04:41 PM
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  Puyo Puyo Champions Out Now

  The time to blob your friends has finally come.
  
  Today marks the release of Puyo Puyo Champions. Those in Asia know the game as Puyo Puyo eSports. The blob matching puzzle game is out today for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Drop those blobs on players from all over the world as you strive to become the best player.
  
  The best part? This game is only $9.99 (USD). It may not feature a battle royale mode like some classic puzzle titles, but...

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  Sony Announces New State of Play for May 9

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  • Published: 05-06-2019, 02:58 PM
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  Sony Announces New State of Play for May 9

  Sony announced a new State of Play for May 9.
  
  Earlier today, Sony announced both on Twitter and on their official blog that a new "State of Play" will take place on May 9 at 3PM (PT). According to their announcement, this event will provided an extended look at MediEvil along with a look at a brand new title.
  
  In addition, Sony will provided "updates and announcements from upcoming PS4 games."
  
  One thing they made sure to stress here is that...

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  New 'Ghost Recon' Related Announcement Teased for May 9

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  • Published: 05-06-2019, 02:34 PM
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  New 'Ghost Recon' Related Announcement Teased for May 9

  A new Ghost Recon related announcement has been teased for May 9.
  
  If you haven't been keeping up with all things Ghost Recon related, you may have missed an ARG type site that was teased recently. A link to Skelltechnology.com suggests that a reveal is coming May 9 at 11:30AM (PT) for something.
  
  But what? What could it ever be for? Well, Skell Technology is a company referenced in both Ghost Recon and Rainbow Six. It's very much pointing towards a Tom Clancy reveal. But...

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  Become a Tennis Star in Tennis World Tour Roland-Garros Edition

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  • Published: 05-06-2019, 02:03 PM
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  Become a Tennis Star in Tennis World Tour Roland-Garros Edition

  What do you mean you don't know what the Roland-Garros is?
  
  The number of ATP and WTA stars included in Tennis World Tour Roland-Garros Edition is now up to 33. You can now play as Rafael Nadal and Kristina Mladenovic as they tackle the clay courts of Roland-Garros. Bigben and Break Point have used motion capture to "record the signature movements of top players." You not only get to play as these stars, you can actually become them.
  
  Tennis World Tour - Roland-Garros...

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  Beware the Monsters that Lurk in A Plague Tale: Innocence

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  • Published: 05-06-2019, 01:31 PM
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  Beware the Monsters that Lurk in A Plague Tale: Innocence

  Another new trailer is out today for A Plague Tale: Innocence showing that sometimes man is the real monster.
  
  
  This particular trailer focuses on the "Monsters" that you will encounter as you play through the rat filled streets. Amicia and Hugo will encounter enemies everywhere, from "stately homes" to "lordly cathedrals" and then down to cellars and basements with the dregs of society.
  
  The pair will be hunted by the English army, local...

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  Review: Close to the Sun (PC)

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  • Published: 05-05-2019, 12:33 AM
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  Review: Close to the Sun (PC)

  Come out to the Helios, we'll get together, have a few laughs.
  
  
  Close to the Sun is the latest offering in the genre mashup that blends horror with a story driven narrative experience. It is developed by Storm in a Teacup and published by Wired Productions. This particular review focuses on the PC version of the game, but will be coming later this year to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. It should be noted that the PC release looks to be an Epic Games Store exclusive. I maybe...

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