Microsoft dropped a pretty penny to acquire Zenimax Media and its various subsidiary studios, including Bethesda, the developer and publisher behind industry-defining franchises like The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. There are plenty of questions circulating about this massive business move, but it’s safe to speculate that the next generation of Xbox gaming will include a […]
Spellbreak: Toxicologist Class Guide
Once you’ve learned the basics of Spellbreak by playing as a Pyromancer or Stoneshaper, consider checking out the Toxicologist class. They’re a bit more challenging to use but offer much more flexibility in playstyle. Crowd-control, damage over time, and surprise attacks are hallmarks of Toxicologists, and they can be a lot of fun in battle – […]
Mod Corner: Best Batman Mods For PC Games To Celebrate Batman Day 2020
Sure, you could play an actual Batman game but wouldn’t you rather see a Batman who could join the Brotherhood instead? Batman Day has arrived and instead of the usual “here are the Batman games you should scope out” piece, we decided to dive back into the world of mods since that’s been an area […]
Addicting Games Sees Massive 450% Spike In Traffic During 2020
Addicting Games, a popular destination for online browser games, announced that visitor traffic has increased by 450% year-over-year. The company’s mobile titles have also seen incredible growth, with over 10 million installs for games such as LittleBigSnake and Mope.io. There’s no doubt that casual gaming is on the rise, with mobile gaming pulling in billions […]
New Xbox App Lets You Download Games You Haven't Bought Yet
A new Xbox app is out now in beta for Android smartphones and tablets, bringing with it a new feature that will let you pre-download games even if you haven’t purchased them yet. One of the most frustrating realities of modern gaming is having to wait to download patches on launch day, especially if you’re […]
Nintendo Switch Deals Cyber Monday 2019: Switch Lite, Bundles, Mario, Zelda, Console Bundles, and More
Cyber Monday evening is upon us, which means your chance to score a deal on Nintendo Switch hardware and software is coming to an end. Even so, you can still find discounts on standard Switch console bundles, Switch Lite, and Joy-Cons. If you're interested in grabbing games like Mario, Zelda, Kirby, Donkey Kong, and more, […]
Nintendo Switch Games On Sale For $40 Are Becoming Way More Common
Nintendo games, especially first-party titles, are notorious for sticking around $60 for years after release, only seeing significant discounts during major sales like Black Friday and Prime Day. However, that situation seems to be changing, at least for select first-party Switch games and pricey ports. For the past several months, games like Super Mario Bros. […]
Walmart PS5 Preorders Are Getting Super Weird
PlayStation 5 preorders recently began, and they were a bit of a mess. A new complication has now appeared with the retailer Walmart, one of the first to offer preorders, with users being alerted to wild price drops. Several GameSpot staff have received emails alerting them to a price drop due to a “competitive price […]
Capcom Is Probably Shelving Onimusha
There always exists a handful of titles that we wish had come to fruition, but were lost due to copyright battles, creative differences, or marketing troubles. The latest series that seems to be missing the next-gen ship is Onimusha, the action-adventure hack and slash whose shurikens will apparently fly no more. After a seven year hiatus, Capcom made the […]
"We're Still Bethesda," Says VP Pete Hines Following News Of Microsoft's Acquisition
Following the news that Bethesda is being acquired by Microsoft, VP Pete Hines weighed in on why this move was the right one for them to make. Hines also took the opportunity to assuage any fan concerns over Bethesda changing to fit into its new home. Hines has been with Bethesda for just over 20 […]