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Google retires cloud gaming service Stadia, offers refunds
Fariha Bhatti
Google is ceasing activities on its cloud gaming Service, Stadia, after an underwhelming response from the gaming community. In 2019, Google unveiled its streaming service in Stadia, which looked promising initially. The new player in the cloud gaming services allowed users to play video games on compatible screens with minimal lag instantly. However, the tech giant’s gaming products failed to hold out against the likes of PlayStation Plus cloud streaming, …
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How esports betting is changing the landscape of online gambling
William Davis
With esports’ rise in popularity, it was only a matter of time before betting on events became popular as well. That’s exactly what’s happening. Esports betting is quickly becoming a popular way to gamble online, changing the landscape of sports betting as we know it. Below are some of the things you need to understand in esports. To start, you will need to find a reputable bookmaker or esports betting …
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Why Skyrim remains one of the most popular games
William Davis
When The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim first released in November of 2011, it quickly became a household name in gaming. It built upon established Elder Scrolls lore with a massive open world to explore and treasures to fight for. Eleven years later, the game is still running strong thanks to community development and multiple re-releases from developer Bethesda. And even though other massive games were released that year, including Uncharted …
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Stats show players are no longer interested in MultiVersus
Fariha Bhatti
MultiVersus’ player count is declining dramatically despite the addition of popular characters like Rick, Morty, Gizmo, and more. WarnerBros.’ Super Smash Bros-like fighter, MultiVersus, was a smashing hit at first. The developer concocted a crossover game featuring the most absurd characters. From stern and serious Batman to animated Tom & Jerry, MultiVersus plucked a star from all successful franchises. The idea behind the game read great on paper and also …
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Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope will not have multiplayer
Olivia Richman
The Nintendo community has been left a bit shocked at a recent Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope update. Despite earlier speculations, it’s been confirmed that the new strategy game will not include multiplayer. Mario + Rabbids is coming out in just a few weeks, leaving fans of the series clamoring for more updates. So far, all of the gameplay and trailers have focused on the single player campaign, but …
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Rick is coming to MultiVersus after mysterious delay in content
Olivia Richman
Rick Sanchez is finally on his way to MultiVersus, though he may take some time getting there. Rick was announced as an upcoming character in the ever-growing MultiVersus roster during San Diego Comic-Con. He was going to arrive in the first season along with his grandson Morty, but an exact timeline was never shared. Morty was added right when Season One began on August 23, leaving the fighting game community …
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VCS teams Saigon Buffalo and GAM secure visas ahead of Worlds
William Davis
VCS teams have been absent from Worlds for years, but that will all change in 2022. All Saigon Buffalo and GAM Esports players have officially secured their visas ahead of the 2022 World Championship. The two will be the first Vietnamese teams to compete at Worlds since 2019. With barely a week until the September 29 kickoff date, both VCS teams secured their full first-team rosters for Worlds. Given that …
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Rockstar responds to massive GTA 6 gameplay footage leak
Fariha Bhatti
A collection of footage from Grand Theft Auto 6 has appeared online in a massive leak that has now been removed via a Take-Two Interactive copyright strike. GTA 6 has been deep in development for over seven years now. Rockstar has been hard at work on its flagship franchise’s next installment since 2014. However, it wasn’t until 2022 that credible leaks regarding GTA 6 started appearing. Outside of reports and …
Do people actually win money through esports betting?
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Esports have gained popularity over recent years, with millions of followers watching competitive gaming matches and tournaments. Competitions are streamed live on Twitch and other social media platforms, with many bettors looking for action on the events. In some European countries, esports tournaments are broadcast on major sports channels. Esports encompasses a broad range of games as well. There are games with magic and fantasy elements like League of Legends, …
Nickmercs wins the first CoD: Warzone 2 match in history
Olivia Richman
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Nicholas “Nickmercs” Kolcheff has become the first Call of Duty player to win a Warzone 2 match. Call of Duty: Next showcased the first in-depth look at Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer, Warzone Mobile, and Warzone 2. Warzone 2 has been highly anticipated since its original announcement, particularly since the original has been seen as a disaster by some streamers. The new Warzone will have a revised loot system, changes up the …
Tekken 8 revealed, platforms and release date details
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Tekken 8 has finally been given an official reveal, following a catastrophic misfire at Evo 2022. Tekken 7 is a staple at fighting game tournaments, but the game is most certainly getting old at this point. Originally arriving in arcades in 2015, the game has massively developed over time with a long list of downloadable characters. Tekken 7 also drew attention with multiple guest characters ranging from Street Fighter to …
Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 gets release date, name
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Fans finally have more information on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2, now named Tears of the Kingdom, with a release date being officially revealed. The sequel to Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was announced a long while ago, but details have been scarce since. A few trailers have been revealed, teasing some new abilities and facets to the world. But outside of a few …
Pikmin 4 gameplay, release date details from Nintendo Direct
Olivia Richman
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After an extended hiatus, the Pikmin series is coming back with Pikmin 4 confirmed for 2023. When the Nintendo Direct was suddenly announced a day before the live stream, Pikmin was one of the most-talked-about franchises that Nintendo fans hoped would have a new installment. Luckily, the action-packed Nintendo Direct didn’t disappoint. In the Nintendo Direct, Shigeru Miyamoto announced that Pikmin 4 was coming to the Nintendo Switch an entire …
Mario Strikers: Battle League reveals next 2 free update characters
Olivia Richman
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Mario Strikers: Battle League is getting two new characters added to the roster in Diddy Kong and Pauline. The September Nintendo Direct brought big news to fans of Mario Strikers: Battle League, the high-energy soccer game on the Nintendo Switch. A second free update is coming later this month, adding Pauline and Diddy Kong. The last update to Mario Strikers answered the community’s prayers by bringing back Daisy, the sarcastic …
Here are the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Wave 3 release date, tracks
Olivia Richman
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC Wave 3 is coming and fans have an idea of the release date for it. Earlier this year, Nintendo announced the Booster Course Pass, which includes 48 new tracks for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. The new tracks were split into waves, each containing six, with each one boasting a mix of courses from older games and brand-new ones. In the September 13 Nintendo Direct, it …
GTA 5 Thank You page launches, what does it mean for GTA 6?
Fariha Bhatti
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Rockstar Games is likely wrapping production on its lucrative crime game Grand Theft Auto 5, which means big things for the development of GTA 6. The rumors around GTA 6 have been abundant, but the developer has kept the official release date out of the public’s eyes and ears. Leakers have kept the news cycle spinning, but the release date still remains a mystery. Rockstar has gone as far as …
Here’s everything we know about the GTA 6 map size, location
Fariha Bhatti
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The GTA 6 release date is years away, but details related to the game’s story, map, and setting are already floating around. GTA 5 is still popular, thanks to the open-world game mode Grand Theft Auto Online that allow players to create a fictional reality. Nine years and many ports since the last title’s release, Rockstar is finally diving back into the Grand Theft Auto franchise. GTA 6 is sure …
A list of the best Naruto video games to play right now
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The Naruto franchise has spawned dozens of video games, but picking out the best ones isn’t easy. We can help. The Naruto franchise is over 20 years old, with games spanning four console generations and three handheld generations. Many of these games would have been lost to time regardless. The combination of licensing purgatory, the closing of digital storefronts, and lagging backwards compatibility features has left many games on Nintendo …
All about Sonic Frontiers, the newest modern Sonic game
William Davis
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Sonic Frontiers has continued the modern Sonic the Hedgehog tradition of sparking tons of controversy, but many of the classic elements remain. Sonic Frontiers is a massive departure for the series in both genre and tone, swapping over from linear levels to a sprawling open world with lots to explore. However, it’s tough to make a Sonic game without including some longstanding features. That includes both classic villain Eggman as …
Is Goku coming to MultiVersus? Here’s what the leaks say
Olivia Richman
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Anime fans may finally see iconic Dragon Ball protagonist Goku in MultiVersus, allowing fans to finally answer the question of whether he can beat Superman. MultiVersus has been regularly adding new characters to its ever-growing roster of Warner Bros. superheroes, cartoon characters, and classic favorites. But the FGC wants more. Ever since the game launched, gamers have been asking if there will be any anime characters in MultiVersus and it …
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