It isn’t just you–EA servers are down. Electronic Arts says it is experiencing issues impacting some of its services, and the company is looking into the problem, according to a message from the EA Help Twitter account. The server outage seems to specifically be impacting Star Wars Battlefront 2 and Battlefield 5, but some FIFA […]
Are Esports Stocks Immune to the COVID-19 Crisis as They Outperform the Market?
Since the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) first emerged in Wuhan, China, in December last year, it rapidly spread globally, with currently roughly 1.8M confirmed cases in 213 countries (as of April 14). In an effort to slow down the spread, most countries released policies restricting social contacts and urging people to stay home if possible. […]
How esports bookmakers are marketing to potential bettors
With esports reportedly reaching up to $8 billion in total wagers in 2019, there’s no saying what the figure for 2020 will be with the recent boom in esports betting. It’s no surprise that this is happening though, with much of traditional sports being postponed or cancelled for the foreseeable future. Though esports has too […]
Games Inbox: Are you using video games to relax during lockdown?
The Tuesday Inbox looks back at K.K. Slider performances through the years, as one reader is concerned about DualSense accessibility. To join in with the discussions yourself email [email protected] Virtual escapismI read Chris’ letter last Monday and his fatigue with Assassin’s Creed Unity, raising many valid points around the multitude of objects and chests to […]
Are Video Game Remakes Beat?
It’s easy to look back on the past and see it as better than the present– potentially even the future. Maybe that’s why so many video game publishers turn to remakes and remasters, yet it more than likely has to do with how safe beloved franchises are from a profit standpoint. Recreating these long-lost childhood memories does […]
GTA 6 Leaks Are "Clickbait," Says Grand Theft Auto 5 Actor
It’s inevitable that we’ll see another Grand Theft Auto game at some point, whether that comes in the form of Grand Theft Auto 6 or by another name, but over six years after Grant Theft Auto V released, we don’t know a lot about what’s coming next. Ned Luke, the actor who portrayed Michael De […]
5 Wonderful Switch Games Are Discounted At Amazon (Digital)
The Switch’s big Spring Sale on the Nintendo Eshop is filled with plenty of great deals, but you won’t find very many Switch exclusives for discounted prices, especially Switch exclusives and first-party games. In a rare move, Amazon is selling digital codes for five AAA Switch games for $40 each: The Legend of Zelda: Breath […]
GTA 6 "Leaks" Are All Clickbait, Warns Grant Theft Auto 5 Actor
It’s inevitable that we’ll see another Grand Theft Auto game at some point, whether that comes in the form of Grand Theft Auto 6 or by another name, but over six years after Grant Theft Auto V released, we don’t know a lot about what’s coming next. Ned Luke, the actor who portrayed Michael De […]
Valve: More games are finding success on Steam than ever before
Steam is still one of the better ways for developers to make money from their games. But with thousands of new releases hitting Valve Software’s PC gaming store each year, it can seem like that opportunity is dwindling. But that’s not the case for most games, according to a report from Valve. The company has […]
Players Are Losing Their Minds Over The Puns In Animal Crossing
One thing Animal Crossing: New Horizon players weren’t ready to be frustrated by in their gameplay: puns. Animal Crossing is a very calm simulation game where you get to explore your island freely, performing everyday tasks like buying and selling goods, paying off debts, and interacting with friends and villagers alike. Its release could not have […]