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All we know about Disney Speedstorm’s release date, characters
Olivia Richman
A new racing game has just been announced, combining the wacky item-based action of Mario Kart with the intensity of Forza Motorsport. The result is Disney Speedstorm, which has popular Disney and Pixar characters racing each other on themed race tracks inspired by popular Disney-created worlds. Disney Speedstorm was first announced during the Nintendo Direct in February, but more information has since been revealed about this highly anticipated combat racing …
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Five esports YouTubers to know about in 2022
William Davis
The esports industry is one of the fastest-growing on the planet and some companies in the business have been valued in the nine-figure range. In late 2018, Goldman Sachs reported esports would be worth a staggering $3 billion by 2022. Therefore, it comes as no surprise people want a slice of the pie and we have seen the rise of several prominent esports YouTubers and pro gamers rise on social …
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These are the characters in Mario Strikers: Battle League
Olivia Richman
Mario Strikers: Battle League is coming out on June 10, 2022, meaning Nintendo fans will get their hands on the newest Mario sports game soon. Leading up to that release, Nintendo provided a gameplay preview that also showed off some of the characters coming to Mario Strikers: Battle League. One of the things people have been wondering since Battle League was announced is which Nintendo characters will be in the …
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How to install Elden Ring mods including seamless co-op mod
William Davis
Elden Ring fans can take a whole adventuring party into the Lands Between thanks to a genius co-op mod, but only if they can get it running. Here’s how to install mods in Elden Ring After weeks of hype, the Elden Ring seamless co-op mod is now available for public beta. The mod is completely free to use download and use, though it does require some manual setup. The mod …
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Stray gameplay details, platforms, and release date leaks
Olivia Richman
Ever wanted to play a video game where you’re a cat? Well, Stray might be a perfect fit and the game now has a possible release date to go alongside the gameplay footage that’s already been shown. Since it was first announced, gamers have been anxiously awaiting a release date for Stray and one may have just been leaked. Here’s what the game is all about. Stray is a game …
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Will MultiVersus have crossplay? Here’s what we know
Fariha Bhatti
MultiVersus’ fiercely competitive two-versus-two format calls for maximum teamwork. Will players be able to team up across different platforms? Here’s what we know about crossplay in MultiVersus. Players will soon be able to lock horns as Batman, Harley Quinn, Shaggy, and more in an epic crossover. Warner Bros.’ MultiVersus is still in development, but some players were lucky enough to get early access. Those who have taken the characters for …
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The history of Activision Blizzard and why it’s so hated
Steven Rondina
Activision Blizzard is one of the biggest publishers in the video game industry, but its journey wasn’t a quick one. Activision is over 40 years old now with a history that spans almost every major western video gaming platform. Alongside this is almost peerless financial sway, with much of the company’s success being driven by massive acquisitions. The biggest buyout of all was the creation of Activision Blizzard through a …
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Why is online gaming becoming so big?
William Davis
Players today have a wealth of options when it comes to gaming online. But why and how has gaming become so big? It can be easy to take for granted the many options available to interested players. Whether you want to play new video games upon release, compete with others in multiplayer titles, or even put some money up for grabs in a bid for a big payout, it won’t …
Here’s how to perform an aerial in Rocket League and rank up
Fariha Bhatti
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Climbing through the Rocket Leagues ranks is impossible without learning to pull off the perfect aerial. Here’s how to do an aerial in Rocket League to rank up quicker. Don’t let Rocket League’s cartoony visuals trick you into believing it’s easy. Psyonix’s high-octane soccer game is not a child’s play. The steep learning curve and a high skill ceiling are daunting for newer players joining Rocket League. However, learning a …
New Elden Ring co-op mod allows full multiplayer playthroughs
William Davis
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Elden Ring co-op can feel underwhelming for some players, but a new mod lets players take a whole party into the Lands Between. Elden Ring modders have revealed a complete overhaul mod for co-op play. This new game mode allows players to persist in multiplayer worlds between death while maintaining both mounted combat and fast travel. A beta test for the system is planned for later this week. Here’s when …
Here’s the past, present, and future of the Silent Hill series
Steven Rondina
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Alongside Resident Evil, the Silent Hill series helped to define the horror genre in video games. But what happened to it? Silent Hill was a hit in 1999, and its sequel is regarded as one of the best games of its generation. But alongside Metal Gear Solid, Castlevania, and Suikoden, the series was left in limbo when Konami stopped developing console games. But how did things end up this way? …
Tournament schedule for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive in 2022
William Davis
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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is the favorite game of millions of people worldwide. Players show off their skills and compete for huge prize pools in local and international matches. Even if you are a fan of the old-school Counter-Strike 1.6, you will be fascinated to watch the spectacular CSGO tournaments that will take place this year that can be viewed for free at this link. It’s worth exploring the biggest CSGO …
MLB The Show 22 announces its first esports tournament
William Davis
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MLB The Show 22 has announced its first event of its 2022 esports circuit. Developer Sony San Diego Studios has formally introduced MLB The Show 22 Summer Circuit, where competitors will compete for $25,000 in prizes and millions of stubs in the first of multiple esports events. MLB The Show Summer Circuit is open to all players ages 13 and up. Here’s how the tournament works and how to enter …
What does Avada Kedavra mean in Hogwarts Legacy?
Fariha Bhatti
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Warner Bros. has confirmed Avada Kedavra as a usable spell in the new Hogwarts Legacy game, but why is this particular curse so controversial and what does it even mean? Hogwarts Legacy is still in development, but fans are fired up to know more about the game. The upcoming open-world game’s 14-minute State of Play video was a crowd puller, but it has also ruffled many feathers. The action-packed teaser …
Call of Duty: Warzone 2 map leak shows POIs, water, railway
Olivia Richman
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A new leak shows that the Warzone 2 map will be a complete switch-up from the current battleground. Call of Duty: Warzone 2 has been confirmed, but not much is known yet about the highly anticipated battle royale. Per usual, however, leakers have gotten their hands on some interesting information before Activision Blizzard’s official confirmation. This time, fans have been given an early look at the possible new map. Warzone …
Five new esports trends to check out
William Davis
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The esports industry is off to a strong start to 2022 thanks to many big tournaments and events. The industry is also growing with more non-endemic brands coming in. Things aren’t stagnant though, as new trends are emerging all the time. These trends range from more immersive gaming to better security. Here are some of the major trends to watch out for in 2022. With the esports viewership growing, fans …
Nintendo Switch: Important facts for the handheld console
Steven Rondina
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The Nintendo Switch has been a smashing success, selling over 100 million units worldwide and cementing itself in basically every major market. Nintendo is easily the most innovative video game console manufacturer. While there’s a Virtual Boy miss for every Nintendo Wii hit, those hits often wind up being home runs. The Nintendo Switch was very different from the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Instead of being a traditional game …
Is The Sims 5 going to be online? Here’s what we know so far
Olivia Richman
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Ever since The Sims 5 was officially announced, crazy rumors about the highly anticipated new game have been floating around the internet. One of the most-discussed topics surrounding The Sims 5 is the option to play the game online with other players. Will online play be a part of The Sims 5? The Sims has often been seen as a solo series of games in which players immerse themselves in …
These are all the characters in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Olivia Richman
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has the biggest roster of characters yet, ensuring a lot of playability for completionists and inspiring an abundance of racer and kart combinations. But who exactly is in the newest Mario Kart game? Not counting variations, there are actually 41 racers to pick from in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Here are all the characters available to play as. Very heavy characters WarioBowserDry BowserMorton Heavy characters RosalinaKing …
All about Team Cherry, the indie devs behind Hollow Knight
William Davis
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Fans of Hollow Knight may be surprised to learn that developer Team Cherry is only made up of three talented people. Hollow Knight is still going strong as one of the most successful indie games in history. The two-dimensional Metroidvania title took the gaming world by storm with its fantastic combat and rich world. Now Team Cherry is hard at work on Silksong, an official sequel to the original journey. …
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