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Counter-Strike 2 is Out Now

Counter-Strike is dead, long live Counter-Strike!

Without a press release in sight, Valve has launched Counter-Strike 2 to the world. This free-to-play release is available right now and will replace your current installs of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. True to Valve tradition, today's release is actually a little bit later than initially expected. During its initial announcement in March, Valve said Counter-Strike 2 would be out in summer. It is now fall, but they only missed...
 

Sony Allegedly Hacked... Again

"All of Sony Systems" was allegedly infiltrated by a new ransomware group.

A new group of baddies claims that they have "successfully compromised all of Sony systems" in a new ransomware attack.

This report comes from Australian cybersecurity site Cyber Security Connect in a new post made on September 25. The report says that Sony was infiltrated by some hackers calling themselves Ransomed.vc, a group that reportedly began operations in September. Cyber...
 

RIG 600 PRO HS Headset Review

A solid sounding headset with dual-mode wireless, but what's the catch?

The RIG 600 PRO HS is a wireless gaming headset that offers excellent sound quality, comfort, and features at an affordable price. Though the HS model is geared mainly towards use with the PlayStation platform, it is compatible with Nintendo Switch, mobile devices, and PC. The RIG 600 PRO HS features dual-mode wireless connectivity, so you can use it with either the included USB-C dongle for 2.4GHz wireless or Bl...
 

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 Officially Announced... Again

Development has shifted to The Chinese Room.

It lives once again. Paradox Interactive just released a new announcement trailer to re-announce Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2. The game and its development is alive and well here in September 2023. What's more is that there is a new trailer out for this fresh announcement and we're told that Bloodlines 2 will be coming in fall 2024.

To catch you up real quick on the saga of Bloodlines 2, we need to go all the way back...
 

Volition is Shutting Down Effective Immediately

After 30 years, the studio is being shut down.

Volition formed in 1993, with their first game coming in 1995. That game was none other than the widely acclaimed Descent, a first-person spaceship shooter. Volition went on to make several more games in the Descent franchise. Volition also created the PlayStation 2 RPG Summoner. They created Red Faction and several sequels. They also created the Saints Row franchise, up to and including the latest franchise reboot title, aptly named Saints...
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  • Epic Games Pulling Online Services for Several Games in January

    Epic Games Pulling Online Services for Several Games in January

    If you want your online Unreal Tournament fix, you better act fast.

    Epic Games announced that they are shutting down online services and online servers for several of their older titles. This is being done in an effort to support only their newer Epic Online Services. Epic already started to remove the impacted titles from all digital storefronts on December 14, as well as removed the option to purchase DLC.

    Epic says that while "most" titles will still be playable...
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  • The 2022 Steam Winter Sale Begins December 22

    The 2022 Steam Winter Sale Begins December 22

    This is your only advance warning that your wallets are in danger.

    Valve has given you all a week to prepare for the upcoming Steam Winter Sale for 2022. The Steam Winter Sale begins on December 22 at 10AM (PT) and won't end until January 5, 2023 at 10AM (PT).

    Today's press release announcement from Valve says that the Steam Winter Sale will again put big discounts on thousands of games. Every genre imaginable will be on sale, so you're almost guaranteed to find something...
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  • Battlefield 2042's 'Battle of Nordvik' Event Begins December 20

    Battlefield 2042's 'Battle of Nordvik' Event Begins December 20

    The three week event will offer unique game modes and rewards for those that play.

    A special in-game event is about to begin in Battlefield 2042. Take part in the Battle of Nordvik, a three-week long event that includes a new game mode every week and new cosmetics to unlock as you play. DICE says that Eastern Forces are retaliating after finding out that Nordvik has a secret alliance with the West. You will join either the Nordvik Control Corps or the Black Storm regiment in a "power...
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  • New Story Content Added to Teardown

    New Story Content Added to Teardown

    Take on even more heists today.

    Tuxedo Labs released their new "Art Vandals" expansion for Teardown today. This content adds in five new heists, a new location, and is free to everyone that owns the game.

    The Art Vandals missions will task you with stealing several different pieces of art. These pieces of art are found in the fishing town of Tilläggaryd and this town also just so happens to include a modern art museum. You play as Freya Woo, daughter of Gordon...
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  • Death Stranding Movie Announced

    Death Stranding Movie Announced

    The first strand-type film was just announced.

    Death Stranding 2 was just announced earlier this month at The Game Awards. Now, a film based on Death Stranding has just been announced. The film will be based off of the games of the same name but will "introduce new elements and characters within the Death Stranding universe."

    Hideo Kojima's Kojima Productions is partnering with Hammerstone Studios to create the Death Stranding movie. Deadline reports that the...
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  • Resident Evil Village's PlayStation VR2 Update is Free

    Resident Evil Village's PlayStation VR2 Update is Free

    Free in the sense that you still have to purchase a PlayStation VR2.

    Capcom announced yesterday that the upcoming VR Mode for Resident Evil Village will be a free piece of DLC for all PlayStation 5 owners that own either the base version of Village or the Gold Edition. Naturally, to even make use of this free DLC you will also have to purchase the $550 (USD) PlayStation VR2 hardware when it's released, but let's not split hairs for a moment.

    The VR Mode will allow you to...
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  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Free Multiplayer Weekend

    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Free Multiplayer Weekend

    A free weekend to coincide with the first major Season 1 update.

    Activision announces a free weekend for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer component. This free weekend will begin on Thursday, December 15 and will run through until December 19. This weekend provides everyone with access to the game's competitive multiplayer, but with some limitations.

    It seems like the free weekend only offers access to just three of the game's multiplayer maps and four game...
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  • Live-Action God of War Series Announced

    Live-Action God of War Series Announced

    Cory Barlog to serve as executive producer.

    A live-action series based on the God of War series has just been announced by Amazon and Sony. The series is entering into early co-production from Amazon Prime Video, Sony Pictures Television, and PlayStation Productions. Cory Barlog, the director on 2018's God of War and co-director for God of War Ragnarök will serve as an executive producer on this series.

    Amazon says that this series will adapt the most recent two titles...
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  • Combat and Room of Requirement Shown in New Hogwarts Legacy Trailer

    Combat and Room of Requirement Shown in New Hogwarts Legacy Trailer

    A fresh look at the wide-open world of the wizarding world.

    Warner Bros. Games and Avalanche Software just released a new gameplay video for Hogwarts Legacy. This new trailer shows off another look at the spell based combat along with a look at the Room of Requirement.

    The first section of gameplay shows a player character flying around the open world on a broom. The landscape is based off of the Scottish Highlands and the video showcases a hamlet full of witches and wizards....
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  • The Witcher 3 Goes Next-gen Today

    The Witcher 3 Goes Next-gen Today

    Though the PC release seems to have some performance issues.

    The big next-gen update for The Witcher 3 dropped today for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Those of you who don't yet own the game can pick up The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition. Meanwhile, those that owned the game prior should get a free upgrade to this next-gen release.

    This update adds real-time ray tracing to PC, performance and ray tracing modes for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, and...
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  • Dying Light 2 Mod Tools Released

    Dying Light 2 Mod Tools Released

    Consoles will get mod support later.

    Techland just released some new mod tools for those interested in modifying Dying Light 2. These tools will help creators make custom maps and other content. Right now, the Dying Light 2 mod tools are available as free DLC on PC via either Steam or the Epic Games Store. Those of you playing on consoles will have to wait a bit, but Techland does plan on offering mod support to you later.

    Techland is bolstering today's mod tool release...
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  • Private Division Partners with Bloober Team for New Survival Horror Game

    Private Division Partners with Bloober Team for New Survival Horror Game

    Bloober is working on yet another horror game.

    Between working on the Silent Hill 2 remake and a new Layers of Fear game, Bloober Team should have their plates rather full. Apparently not since it was just announced that Private Division just entered into a publishing agreement with Bloober to create a new survival horror game.

    Bloober Team is known for making a number of different horror games, from the more psychological horror in Layers of Fear and The Medium to Ob...
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  • The Dawning Returns to Destiny 2

    The Dawning Returns to Destiny 2

    Spread a little holiday cheer in the form of baked goods.

    The annual Dawning event for Destiny 2 is once again live in Season of the Seraph. Naturally, this event is free to all players of the game regardless of what extra content they may or may not own.

    Players will talk to Eva Levante in the Tower to get started on their journey of baking all sorts of cookies with all sorts of questionable ingredients. The Dawning event for Destiny 2 runs from today through to January...
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  • High on Life Released

    High on Life Released

    A new FPS from the creator of Rick and Morty.

    High on Life is a newly released FPS from Squanch Games and Justin Roiland, the creator of Rick and Morty, Trover Saves the Universe, Hulu's Solar Opposites, and several other works. High on Life is out on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass for PC, consoles, and Cloud.

    In High on Life, you play as an unmotivated high-school graduate who just happens to become...
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  • New SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake Trailer

    New SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake Trailer

    Pre-orders are now also available.

    A new trailer for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake is out today. Pre-orders for the action-adventure game are also now available and include several bonuses by way of the Costume Pack.

    SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake will be out January 31, 2023 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. It retails for $39.99 (USD). ...
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  • Poll: Are You a Fan of Paying More to Play Early?
    by Shawn Zipay
    Get that Premium Edition and play three days early!

    Looks like the latest growing trend with game releases is to offer a more expensive Premium or Gold or whatever edition that grants you access to a game a few days ahead of its official release.

    Starfield did it with their $99.99 (USD) Premium Edition. Today, Payday 3 is doing an "Early Access" release with their Silver and Gold editions. Diablo 4 did the same thing earlier in the year, as did Madden NFL 24,...
    I don't mind. If people want to spend more to play early, let them!
    33.33%
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    I'm indifferent to the whole idea.
    33.33%
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    I think it's kind of dumb that people get to play earlier. Spending more shouldn't offer a "head start" on other paying customers.
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