Xbox Game Pass is very popular, and some believe subscription services like it will take over and dominate gaming in a similar way to what happened in the world of music, TV, and movies. Despite Microsoft’s belief in Game Pass as its secret weapon and key growth driver in the …
Read More »American Vandal-Style Mockumentary Making Fun Of League Of Legends Coming To Paramount Plus
The creative team behind the popular mockumentary American Vandal are working on a similar project that skewers video games, and specifically eSports. Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault have reached a deal with Paramount + for an “eSports mockumentary” called Players, according to Variety. The show follows a fictional League of …
Read More »Psychonauts 2 Boss Tim Schafer On The Unstoppable Rise Of Subscriptions And Game Pass
Subscription services in video games are growing in popularity and prominence, and it’s only a matter of time before they completely take over, according to Double Fine boss Tim Schafer. He said in an interview with GI.biz that the push toward subscription services is “just unstoppable,” observing that it’s already …
Read More »Saints Row Reboot Trailer Shows Off Gameplay, The New City, And Characters
The Saints Row series is coming back with a reboot that takes players to a brand-new city and a new cast of characters. In a new video, voice actress Bryce Charles and the team at developer Volition discuss the project and reveal gameplay footage for the first time following a …
Read More »Dexter: New Blood Will Be "Satisfying And Controversial," Showrunner Says
One of the next TV show reboots is Dexter: New Blood. Showtime is bringing the crime show back this November, and now star and executive producer Michael C. Hall and showrunner Clyde Phillips have shared some updates on what to expect. In particular, Phillips said he believes the reboot will …
Read More »Call Of Duty: Vanguard PS5 Champion Hill Alpha Starts Today: How To Download And What's Included
Call of Duty: Vanguard‘s alpha test kicks off today, August 17, on PlayStation consoles. To get you primed and ready for the 48-hour test, we’re rounding up the key details like how to download and what to expect as you try out the new Champion Hill mode. How To Download …
Read More »343 Explains Why Halo Infinite Campaign Footage Wasn't Shown At Gamescom
Microsoft’s Joseph Staten has explained why developer 343 Industries did not show any campaign footage for Halo Infinite at Gamescom. In a blog post, Staten said he “definitely hear[s] the disappointment about not seeing campaign gameplay” at the showcase. Explaining why campaign was a no-show, Staten said the development team …
Read More »Halo Infinite PC System Requirements Revealed
Unlike past entries in the main series, Halo Infinite is coming to PC at launch. Now, the game’s system requirements appear to have been revealed, detailing what kind of rig you’ll need to run the game. According to Steam, the minimum requirements call for an AMD FX-8370 or Intel i5-4400 …
Read More »Blizzard Is Changing Overwatch Character McCree's Name In Wake Of Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Blizzard has announced that it will change Overwatch character McCree’s name after its namesake, former Blizzard lead level designer Jesse McCree, was ousted from the company amid the Activision Blizzard sexual harassment and discrimination case. “We built the Overwatch universe around the idea that inclusivity, equity, and hope are the …
Read More »Making Sense Of Halo Infinite's December Release Date, The Latest Ever In The Year For Halo
Microsoft finally announced Halo Infinite’s release date–December 8, 2021–as part of Geoff Keighley’s Gamescom Opening Night Live event on Wednesday. The date is later in the year than many might have expected or hoped for. In fact, it’s the latest date in the year ever for a new Halo game, …
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