Gaming Technology
Is The Switch 2 Weird Enough?
Earlier today, Nintendo revealed the Switch 2. In many ways its what everyone wanted and hoped for: A new version of the Switch that’s more powerful, sleeker, and supports all the old games. However, is this new console too…safe? Boring? This is what Kotaku’s staff debated shortly after the reveal, and here’s our lightly edited…
There’s A VR Game All The Kids Are Playing, And They’re Convinced It’s Haunted
There is a game that you’ve likely never heard of, yet it’s by far one of the most popular VR games ever made. What is ostensibly a simple game of multiplayer tag for pre-adolescent children is also, I have recently discovered, a wild hotbed of ludicrous in-universe conspiracies fuelling a genuine belief among its players…
Pokémon TCG’s Prismatic Evolutions Is A Fantastic Set, If You Can Find It
The Pokémon TCG is in a bit of a precarious place right now. Due to unprecedented interest in new cards driven by Pokémon TCG Pocket, spiking resale prices, and over-excitement at a new Eevee-based special set, the latest sets are selling out everywhere before regular customers can find them. It’s into this situation that Prismatic…
Will the PS5 Pro Support 8K Gaming Resolution?
The gaming world is buzzing with rumors about Sony’s upcoming PS5 Pro, an upgraded version of the current PS5, promising enhanced graphics, faster processing, and a host of other improvements. One of the biggest questions surrounding this anticipated console is whether the PS5 Pro will support 8K gaming resolution, delivering ultra-high-definition visuals that would future-proof…
10 Iconic Video Game Victory Themes
One of the best kinds of music to experience in a game is a good victory theme, something that really punctuates your success. These kinds of themes can come both immediately before and immediately after your success. Related 10 Best Boss Fight Themes, Ranked Every great video game showdown has to have a great soundtrack….
G.I. Joe: Battle for the Arctic Circle Board Game Review – IGN
For children of the ’80s, few rivalries are as nostalgic as the one between G.I. Joe and Cobra, with their high-tech vehicles, creative codenames, and the red and blue lasers their weapons shot. For longtime board game players, the Axis & Allies series of war board games may hold a similar nostalgia with its large…
Marvel Rivals Review – I Can Do This All Day
Marvel Rivals has come for the hero-shooter crown, and it’s hard to argue that it doesn’t have a legitimate claim to the throne. It has a big roster of heroes with a ton of variety across them, no role queue, and 6v6, all of which are important to a great hero shooter. Although it lifts…
Adventures in Gameland’ – TouchArcade
Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics ($49.99) As a fan of Marvel, Capcom, and fighting games back in the 1990s, Capcom’s line of fighters based on Marvel’s characters were like a dream come true. Starting off with the excellent X-Men: Children of the Atom, these games just kept getting bigger and better. Moving on…
Dynasty Warriors Origins review
Dynasty Warriors is a legendary IP for two major reasons. One, it’s an unparalleled action series that balances power fantasy and battlefield management better than anything else. Two, it’s the quintessential Three Kingdoms series, reveling in the romance – personality-focused and narrative-rich. But, given the series’ age, maybe you’ve felt a little daunted jumping in…
How Does the PS5 Pro Improve Gaming Performance?
The PS5 Pro, Sony’s anticipated mid-generation upgrade for its PlayStation 5 console, is expected to bring notable improvements to gaming performance. While the original PS5 has already pushed the boundaries of console gaming with its impressive specs, the PS5 Pro is designed to offer even faster processing, better graphics, and a more seamless gameplay experience….