Build an alternate reality.

Microsoft wants to build a world within our own world. That's the basic idea behind the newly announced augmented reality game, Minecraft Earth. This is a newly announced upcoming augmented reality game that should be coming to a mobile phone near you this Summer with the launch of a closed beta program.

Minecraft Earth will be free to play when it releases and may include some sort of microtransactions. The team still isn't sure yet just how or what they would monetize with the game, so it's still very much in the air. However, they do make...

A mech game inspired by Gundam and Ace Combat.

Nintendo Switch owners can now hit up the eShop to purchase and play Project Nimbus: Complete Edition. It's a mech combat game that draws inspiration from Macross, Gundam, and the Ace Combat series. The Switch release is going for $19.99 (USD) but has a 10% discount for the first week of its launch. It also includes some content not before released in Western markets.

Project Nimbus: Complete Edition takes you through 26 missions across a variety of locations on a futuristic Earth. Players will get to pilot big ol' mechs...

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. ...

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. ...

Get ready to defy gravity again.

A new game mode and content update was released today for GRIP: Combat Racing. The update introduces new anti-gravity racers called "AirBlades" to the game. AirBlades utilize the "Element 115 anti-grav engine" that allows them to operate more like the ships from Wipeout than the vehicles from Rollcage. Both vehicle types can still flip on any side as they choose their own path around the track.

AirBlades are available on all of the original tracks that shipped with GRIP. They also have special levels set in the far...

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 it's still got that classic Puyo Puyo gameplay most of you have already come to know and love.
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Deep Silver released the second "Memorable Moment" video for Saints Row: The Third - The Complete Package. This one shows us the "Free Falling" sequence in the game.

This game will be released on May 10 for the Nintendo Switch. ...

A new gameplay video is out today for the Nintendo Switch version of Saints Row: The Third. The game, announced earlier this month, offers Switch owners the chance to play the game on the go. Today, the first video in a new "Memorable Moments" video series, was released.

Today's video release focuses on the game's opening bank heist sequence. I'm sure we'll have more about this in the coming weeks. Saints Row: The Third - The Full Package is slated to be released on the Nintendo Switch on May 10. ...

Triple-I Games is made up of some industry veterans hailing from studios like BioWare, ArenaNet, and Sucker Punch. These devs have come together and are working on a game called Hindsight 20/20. As of right now, the game is looking at a 2020 release on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Mac.

Hindsight 20/20 is being billed as a single-player action-adventure title that includes some morality-based decisions. I think I know what the former BioWare devs focused on with this one! ...

A new challenger has been added to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate today in the big 3.0 update. The new DLC character is Joker from Persona 5. Joker is playable right now for those that own the Ultimate Fighters Pass or those that purchased Challenger Pack 1 for the game.

The Challenge Pack 1 goes for $5.99 (USD) and includes Joker, the Mementos stage, and some music from the Persona series. The Ultimate Fighters Pass is $24.99 and gives you access to the Joker content along with four other upcoming Challenger Packs.

A new trailer shows off Joker in action in addition...

Those that pre-order Mortal Kombat 11 will get immediate access to Shao Kahn. It seems like it's only natural that we see a proper reveal trailer for him. NetherRealm and WBIE aren't quite done just yet. They promise another gameplay reveal is coming on April 22 at 3PM (CDT) via Twitch, YouTube, Mixer, and other social media sites.

But first, it's Shao Kahn's time to shine. He's big, he's a bad guy, that's kind of his thing. Mortal Kombat 11 will be available starting April 23 for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. So far, we've yet to see any Switch gameplay...

If you want to experience all of the over-the-top but insanely fun action that is Saints Row: The Third but on the go, you're in luck. On May 10, Saints Row: The Third - The Full Package will be released on the Nintendo Switch. This release will be the debut of the Saints Row franchise on a Nintendo platform.

In case you don't know what Saints Row: The Third is, I'll just say that it's a more over-the-top Grand Theft Auto style of game. It has VR style missions, you become a blowup doll, you may become a toilet, there are lasers, there's a giant purple dildo bat, there is...

About two months back Final Fantasy VII hit the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One. Today, another classic Final Fantasy experience is available today for those same platforms. Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster can now be purchased and played on the Switch and Xbox. Fans will get these two games with new HD visuals and some quality of life improvements over the original releases.

Today's release on the Switch and Xbox joins the previous releases of the HD Remaster that came out over the years on the PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PS Vita. It was also released for the PC via St...