Microsoft’s announcement of a planned acquisition of Activision Blizzard sent ripples through the industry for a number of different reasons. The ramifications for Microsoft’s library, Xbox Game Pass, exclusivity, and more are all staggering. But much of the discussion has centered on what will ultimately happen to current Activision Blizzard …
Read More »Fortnite 19.10 Patch Notes Introduce Klombos, Welcome Back Tilted Towers
Fortnite’s 19.10 patch notes have been revealed, and this next patch looks like a game-changer. Along with the usual bug fixes and weapon adjustments, Patch 19.10 will finally answer some pressing questions about this new Chapter 3 island. Fortnite 19.10 Patch Notes The latest patch brings news that Fortnite fans …
Read More »Among Us Is Adding Friends Lists In Its Next Major Update
Among Us developer Innersloth has revealed more details on the future of its popular social game, which includes the addition of friend lists as part of the next major update. A fan-requested feature, friends lists will be followed by several quality-of-life improvements for setting up a new account and more …
Read More »Call Of Duty Mobile Season 1: Heist Goes Live Tomorrow
New Call of Duty Mobile content arrives with the launch of Season 1: Heist on January 19 at 4 PM PT / 7 PM ET. The new season brings Lunar New Year–themed events, more maps, and a new battle pass to grind. Season 1: Heist will bring a new 50-tier …
Read More »Pokemon Go Power Plant Event Brings Helioptile From Kalos To Mobile Devices
The next in-game event for Pokemon Go will be a shocking one, as the Electric-type themed Power Plant event comes to the game this week. Power Plant begins on January 19 at 10 AM local time, running until February 1 at 10 AM local time. The event will focus on …
Read More »What Kind Of Culture Is Microsoft Buying In Activision Blizzard Acquisition Deal?
Microsoft announced plans to acquire Activision Blizzard today, making it the company’s largest acquisition ever–not just in gaming, but across all industries. The proposed $70 billion deal will mean Microsoft owns the rights to some of the biggest franchises in gaming, including Call of Duty and World of Warcraft. But …
Read More »Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Likely To Be Scrutinized By Regulators, Says Legal Expert
Microsoft’s planned acquisition of Activision Blizzard is a massive shift in the gaming industry that would place huge franchises like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft under the Xbox umbrella. The continued consolidation in the industry has raised questions among the community of antitrust violations and if that could …
Read More »League Of Legends: Wild Rift 3.0 Update Patch Notes–Game, Sett, Match
The 3.0 patch notes for League of Legends: Wild Rift have been released, and along with a brand-new Champion comes a new way to play LoL on the go. The new hero is Sett, a leader in the Ionian criminal underground. Sett is a Fighter class champion, using abilities like …
Read More »Friday 'Nite: Before Yellowjackets, Fortnite Was Already The New Lost
For a long time after Lost went off the air in 2010, I wondered if we’d ever see a reboot or revival. 12 years on from its polarizing finale, there’s no word on such a project yet (just give it time), but one new series has recently been credited with …
Read More »First Pikmin Bloom Community Day Of 2022 Issues 10,000-Step Challenge
Pikmin Bloom is gearing up for its first Community Day of 2022 on January 22, and players better have their best walking shoes on in order to reap all the rewards their flowers will sow. The January Community Day will focus on the camellia flower, moving away from the poinsettia …
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