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E3 may be retired, but this summer is going to bigger than ever for video game news. We’re here to help you keep track of it all. Join us throughout the summer, as we cover everything from Summer Game Fest to Nintendo Direct. We’ll be bringing you news from every major event alongside hands-on previews, interviews, and more!
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024: How to watch and what to expect
We've rounded up everything you need to know before tuning into Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024.
Funko Fusion is clearly for the Fortnite generation of gamers
Funko Fusion is not for me, but it could certainly appeal to younger gamers who enjoy titles like Fortnite and Five Nights at Freddy's.
Sumerian Six is Commandos by way of Guardians of the Galaxy
If you've never played a stealth tactics game before, Sumerian Six is shaping up to be a wonderful entry point to the genre.
Two Point Museum is a worthy follow-up to Two Point Hospital and Campus
Two Point Museum takes the charming management gameplay of Two Point Hospital and Two Point Campus and applies it to running a museum.
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Visions of Mana’s class system sticks to the series’ roots while still feeling fresh
After spending 10 hours with Visions of Mana, its updated class systems are fun and dynamic while also feeling connected to the its series roots.
Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster is more like Dead Space’s remake than Resident Evil 4’s
Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster doesn't give the classic as much of an overhaul as Resident Evil 4's remake did for that game, and that's a good thing.
The first Fortnite x Disney collaboration features a bunch of skins and Doctor Doom
Disney invested $1.5 billion into Fortnite earlier this year, and its first official collaboration involves Doctor Doom and some new Marvel skins.
Delta Force: Hawk Ops will tide you over until the next Battlefield
I played Delta Force: Hawk Ops' PC alpha, and its modes offered up enjoyable alternatives to shooters like Battlefield and Escape from Tarkov.
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The first two Doom games are getting enhanced PC editions with all-new content
A Steam store listing for a combined Doom 1 and 2 enhanced edition is live, showing off improvements and a new campaign.
We sure hope this Darksiders teaser is for a proper sequel
THQ Nordic teased a new project in the Darksiders series at the end of its showcase, but it didn't reveal what it could be.
Everything announced at THQ Nordic Showcase 2024: Wreckfest 2, Gothic, and more
THQ Nordic just held its annual summer showcase and brought some deep dives on Wreckfest 2, Gothic: Remake, and more.
Every summer 2024 gaming showcase: full schedule and stream recaps
Trying to catch up on summer showcases you missed in June? Here's what aired and what was shown at each, as well as what's still to come this August.
SteamWorld Heist 2 makes an underappreciated classic even better
Based on an impressive demo we played, SteamWorld Heist 2 is a much deeper strategy sequel than you're probably expecting.
Hitman, Tomba, and more classics get new revivals at Limited Run Games showcase
Limited Run Games returned to summer gaming season with a packed showcase filled with a lot of retro physical releases and even some surprises.
Bubsy will claw his way onto modern consoles next year
Limited Run Games announced that it's releasing Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection in 2025, bringing back the retro gaming icon to modern platforms.
Beyond Good and Evil gets a 20th Anniversary Edition next week (for real this time)
Ubisoft revealed that the 20th anniversary of its cult classic 2003 game is set to release next week in a now-deleted post.
Tales of the Shire is very serious about second breakfast
We played Tales of the Shire at Summer Game Fest, and it's just as serious about cooking as its hobbits.
The Plucky Squire is the Zelda: Link Between Worlds follow-up I’ve been craving
The Plucky Squire's colorful combo of 2D and 3D is taking us back to one of our favorite Zelda games, the 3DS highlight A Link Between Worlds.
Nintendo’s stellar Direct proved that you can’t ignore Apple Arcade
Nintendo's June Direct featured two exciting announcements that proved Apple Arcade is a better value than you think.
Nintendo just proved me wrong about the Switch
After a 2024 filled with remakes and niche oddities, Nintendo just showed us that it's serious about sending the Switch off in style.
Nintendo is going mature with new Switch Online collection
Nintendo announced that it's releasing its first mature collection for its Switch Online + Expansion Pack and it includes two action-packed classics.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’s stunning first trailer was worth the wait
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has finally gotten a gameplay trailer revealing its villain and 2025 release window.
Super Mario Party Jamboree is the series’ biggest game yet
Nintendo wasn't kidding when it said Super Mario Party Jamboree was the biggest in the series. It will have 110 minigames and a 20-person co-op mode.
Wii classic Donkey Kong Country Returns gets an HD remaster
An HD remaster of Donkey Kong Country Returns is coming, combining the original Wii and 3DS levels into one package.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom gives Zelda her starring role
Zelda is finally getting her starring role in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom this September.
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake might divide retro and modern RPG fans
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake will launch this November, and we've already gotten hands-on with it.
A brand new Mario & Luigi game is coming and it looks gorgeous
Mario and Luigi are making a comeback on Switch in Mario & Luigi: Brothership, launching this November.
The best RPG you’ve never played is coming to Nintendo Switch
Fantasian, Apple Arcade's finest RPG, will finally make its way to consoles and PC this year.
Apple Arcade’s most popular game is coming to PlayStation, Switch, and PC
Apple Arcade hit Hello Kitty: Adventure Island is coming to more players in 2025, with Switch, PC, and PlayStation ports planned.
Everything announced at the June 2024 Nintendo Direct
We're doing a live recap of every Nintendo Switch announcement made at the June 2024 Nintendo Direct.
Nintendo Direct June 2024: How to watch and what to expect
Nintendo's big June Direct is finally happening tomorrow, June 18. Here's everything you need to know about it so you don't miss a second.
Harmonium: The Musical embraces the Deaf community to create something special
I played Harmonium: The Musical and spoke to the developers behind this new adventure game that stars a deaf girl and embraces Deaf culture.
Black Myth: Wukong is a perfect chaser for Stellar Blade fans
Black Myth: Wukong's developers don't exactly see it as a Soulslike. After playing an impressive demo at Summer Game Fest, we can see why.
You’ll want to wish-list all 7 of these games we saw at Tribeca Fest
At this year's Tribeca Fest, we played games about psychic babies, demonic skateboarders, and dark web Twitch streamers.
