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Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2024 Broadcast: Everything Announced

Tokyo Game Show 2024 is now in full swing and Microsoft is looking to make a big impression with its Xbox Broadcast event.


Best 27 Inch Gaming Monitor 2024

Full HD 60Hz gaming monitors are so 2010. It's time to get current with a 27-inch gaming monitor running at a high refresh rate, and we'll help you make the right choice to meet your needs.


The Best Budget Gaming Monitors for All Gamer Types

The best gaming monitors under $500 include a surprising variety of G-Sync, FreeSync, Ultrawide, and even 4K displays.


Best Portable Monitors 2024

Whether you're working or playing, these are the best portable monitors to take on the go.


Agatha All Along Episode 3 Review

Agatha All Along is on solid footing in episode 3 – and reaching new heights of fright.


Your PS5 Pro & 30th Anniversary Consoles/Controller Preorder Times for Today!

It's D-day if you have a mind to spend big on either a PS5 Pro or the limited numbers PlayStation 30th Anniversary themed hardware. Here are your best ways to get what you want...


Best Gaming Chairs: The Best Seats for All Gamers

From classic gaming chairs to rockers and recliners bursting with style and ergonomic comfort, we've got the best gaming chairs to fit your body and budget in 2024.


Silent Hill 2 Devs Had to Push Konami 'Very Hard' to Release on PC

Konami and Bloober Team will soon release their Silent Hill 2 remake for PlayStation 5 and Steam, but a PC almost didn’t happen at all.


Love Letter Card Game Buying Guide

Everything you need to know about the quick-playing card game Love Letter, along with its numerous spin-offs and alternate editions, from Star Wars to Bridgerton.


Meta Shows Off Orion AR Glasses At Meta Connect 2024, Currently A Prototype

Although it's a prototype, the Meta gave a demo of its Orion AR glasses to showcase the visual experience, functionality, AI features, and form factor.


10 Best Big and Tall Gaming Chairs in 2024

If you are a bigger gamer in need of better comfort while you game, here are the best, most trusted XL chairs to try in 2024.


Assassin's Creed Shadows' Delay Puts It in Competition With Ghost of Yotei, but Ubisoft CEO Says There's Room for Both

Following Assassin's Creed Shadows' delay into 2025, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot said there's plenty of room for two open world action-adventure games set in feudal Japan.


Meta Quest 3S Announced, A Cheaper VR/MR Headset Launching In October

The Quest 3S launches on October 15 starting at $299 and makes slight changes to Meta's flagship virtual/mixed reality headset.


Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot: 'Our Goal Is Not to Push Any Specific Agenda'

In a note to investors today, CEO Yves Guillemot addressed some of the "polarized comments around Ubisoft lately," saying, "Our goal is not to push any specific agenda. We remain committed to creating games for fans and players that everyone can enjoy.”


Ubisoft Returning to Day 1 Steam Releases Starting With Assassin's Creed Shadows

Assassin's Creed Shadows will launch Day 1 on Steam, which Ubisoft says marks a return to releasing new games on Valve's platform at launch.


Ubisoft Admits Star Wars Outlaws Underperformed

Ubisoft has admitted its open world Star Wars Outlaws has underperformed and announced a Steam release date alongside.


Assassin's Creed Shadows Delayed to February 2025

Ubisoft has delayed Assassin's Creed Shadows by three months and given it a February 2025 release date.


How Dragon Age: The Veilguard Grapples With the Series’ Wildly Expansive Lore (and Your Choices in It)

Creative director John Epler dives deep into the lore of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the emphasis on not contradicting previous choices, and more as part of our IGN First.


Hellboy: The Crooked Man Seemingly Premieres Straight Onto Digital Platforms Next Month

Hellboy: The Crooked Man is seemingly skipping a theatrical release and launching straight onto digital platforms in the U.S. next month.


Shigeru Miyamoto on AI: ‘Nintendo Would Rather Go in a Different Direction’

Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto has said the company would rather go in a “different direction” than the rest of the video game industry when it comes to generative AI.


Metaphor: ReFantazio Prologue Demo Arrives Today on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

The Metaphor: ReFantazio Prologue Demo is available today across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, developer Atlus has announced.


How to Watch Deadpool & Wolverine – Showtimes and Streaming Status

Wondering how to watch Deadpool & Wolverine? We have all the information on the Marvel superhero crossover movie, from showtimes to streaming status.


Sony Breaks Down the PS5 Pro's Tech and Reveals That It Was in the Works Before the PS5 Even Released

We sit down with PlayStation Senior Principal Product Manager Toshi Aoki to talk about the PS5 Pro's tech and more.


PS5 Pro’s Biggest Game Improvements, According to Devs

The PS5 Pro will be bringing some upgrades to your favorite games like Spider-Man 2 and The Last of Us Part 2, and the tech leads of these games shared just exactly what we can expect with the more powerful PlayStation console.


PlayStation 5 Pro – The First Hands-On Preview

We went hands-on with the PS5 Pro, getting first-hand experience playing the new, upgraded versions of a dozen PS5 games on Sony's upcoming console.


DuneCrawl Announced for PC

Check out the announcement trailer and first details on DuneCrawl, an upcoming online co-op privateering adventure where you and your friends explore the sand seas aboard your Dune Crawler, a huge walking crustacean outfitted with cannons and treasure maps.


Monster Hunter Wilds PC System Requirements Revealed

Capcom has released the Monster Hunter Wilds PC system requirements after revealing the game's release date at the PlayStation Showcase last night.


Deadpool & Wolverine Hits Digital and Blu-ray Next Month

Deadpool & Wolverine hits digital platforms on October 1 and Blu-ray on October 22, Marvel has announced.


Apartment 7A Review

Although the film’s themes and horror are rote, creative choreography and strong performances from Julia Garner, Dianne Wiest, and Kevin McNally make it an entertaining watch.


Funko Reveals Exclusive Deadpool, Wolverine, & Secret Wars Collectibles for NYCC

We've got an exclusive first look at the Marvel exclusives Funko and Mondo are bringing to New York Comic-Con, including new Pop! figures of both Deadpool and Wolverine.


Shaun of the Dead 4K Steelbook Is Up for Preorder

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the classic horror comedy, Edgar Wright and company are releasing a new limited-edition steelbook version of Shaun of the Dead.


Best Meta Quest Deals and Bundles Today (September 2024)

These are the best deals and bundles available right now for Meta Quest VR Headsets.


Check Out These Gorgeous Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver Statues From Dark Horse

Fresh off the reveal of Legacy of Kain Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered, Dark Horse has revealed two stylish new statues featuring series icons Kain and Raziel.


Palworld PS5 Release Postponed in Japan Amid Nintendo Pokémon Patent Lawsuit

Palworld launched on PS5 in 68 countries yesterday, but it failed to come out in Japan. It probably has to do with Nintendo's Pokémon patent lawsuit.


Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 Gets Chunky Version 2.0.0 Update

Konami has released a chunky PC patch for the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 which brings it to version 2.0.0.


Professor Layton and the New World of Steam Trailer Reveals Series' First 3D Gameplay

Professor Layton and the New World of Steam brings the beloved puzzle solving franchise forward by incorporating 3D gameplay for the first time.


Xbox Ghost Cipher Controller is Up for Preorder, and Discounted at Walmart

Xbox is doubling down on transparent controllers with the reveal of the new Ghost Cipher Special Edition. This sleek, see-through design is now available for preorder, and eager fans can already snag it at a discount from a major retailer.


Microsoft Leaks Minecraft Live Reveals, Including Creepy Sounding New Mob

The self-inflicted video game leaks are showing no signs of slowing down as Microsoft has now leaked a handful of Minecraft reveals from the September 28 Minecraft Live showcase.


The Nintendo Museum Is Light on History, Big on Fun

We visited the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto, and while it was light on historical secrets, Nintendo proved it's the master of fun thanks to its interactive exhibits.


Sony Announces PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for October 2024 | State of Play

Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for October 2024 at today's State of Play, which will be available from October 1 through November 4, 2024.


Ghost of Tsushima Sequel, Ghost of Yotei, Announced With New Protagonist and Story Set 300 Years After Original - State of Play

Ghost of Tsushima is officially getting a sequel titled Ghost of Yotei, it was confirmed during today's Sony State of Play presentation. It'll arrive sometime in 2025.


LEGO Horizon Adventures Release Date Announced – State of Play

The upcoming LEGO-Horizon crossover, LEGO Horizon Adventures, received a release date: it will be released on November 14 for PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.


Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Officially Announced at Sony State of Play With PS4 Upgrade Details

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered was officially confirmed for the PS5. Anyone who own the PS4 version will be able to upgrade to the PS5 version for $9.99.


Keanu Reeves Will Headline an Upcoming Sonic x Shadow Generations DLC - State of Play

Before Keanu Reeves voices Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, his voice will appear in an upcoming DLC for Sonic x Shadow Generations, it was announced during today's State of Play.


Palworld PS5 Appears at State of Play Against Backdrop of Pokemon Lawsuit

Just days after Nintendo sued developer Pocketpair for alleged patent infringement, Pokemon-with-guns game Palworld has appeared at Sony's State of Play in a surprising shadow drop: the game is out on PS5 at last, starting today.


Disney Reveals Release Dates for Pixar Series Dream Productions and Win or Lose

Disney has revealed the release dates for two upcoming Pixar shows headed to Disney+: Inside Out spinoff Dream Productions and new original series Win or Lose.


Worms: The Board Game Review

The chaotic multiplayer video game series Worms makes its way to the tabletop in a fun but forgettable way.


Lady Gaga Is Making an Entire Album for Joker: Folie à Deux

Lady Gaga is releasing a full companion album for Joker: Folie à Deux, titled "Harlequin" and arriving later this week.


SAG-AFTRA Strikes League of Legends Over Alleged 'Flagrant Violation of Labor Law'

SAG-AFTRA has officially called a strike against League of Legends, with the union saying that a company that produces the game, Formosa Interactive LLC, tried to subvert the ongoing video game strike. 


Where to Watch Every Studio Ghibli Movie Online in 2024

Our up-to-date streaming guide on how to watch all of the Studio Ghibli movies online.


Sonic Central Stream 2024: Everything Announced

Sega's Sonic Central 2024 stream has now begun and IGN has you covered with everything announced regarding Sonic the Hedgehog in 2025.


Tekken 8: Unforgotten Echoes and Heihachi Mishima Hands-On Impressions

Tekken 8's upcoming free story DLC tells the story of how Heihachi survived getting thrown into a pool of measly lava. Our full impressions:


The Legend of Kingdom Come Reveals the Secret Origin of an Iconic DC Comics Story

Check out an exclusive clip from The Legend of Kingdom Come, a feature-length documentary about the creation and lasting impact of one of the most beloved superhero stories ever told.


Sony InZone M9 II Review

The Sony InZone M9 II is a 4K gaming monitor meant for the PS5, but it's flexible enough for PC gamers, too.


Joker Director Says Arthur Fleck 'Would Be in Awe of the Alpha Male That is Batman'

While Bruce Wayne is not yet Batman in the Gotham City inhabited by Arthur Fleck, Joker and Joker: Folie à Deux director and co-writer Todd Phillips thinks this Joker would admire the Dark Knight Detective.


BioWare Reveals All the Ways Dragon Age: The Veilguard Evolves Relationships, and Its Steamiest Romance, Too

As our IGN First coverage of Dragon Age: The Veilguard continues, we dig into all the ways that BioWare's RPG evolves its signature approach to relationships.


Cities: Skylines Player Recreates Baldur's Gate as a Modern City

Dungeons & Dragons' iconic Baldur's Gate has been recreated as a modern city in Cities: Skylines, using Baldur's Gate 3 as a guide.


Exclusive: Dragon Ball Daima Gets First English Dub Trailer

IGN can reveal the first English dub trailer for the highly anticipated Dragon Ball: Daima series.


The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Exclusive Battle of Eregion Preview

As the battle for Eregion nears, IGN sat down with The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power showrunners J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay, as well as series stars Charlie Vickers, Sam Hazeldine, and Charles Edwards to discuss Sauron, Adar and Celebrimbor's roles in the upcoming fall of the city of the great smiths and to debut an exclusive clip of the upcoming episode.


Gravity Forge, a Dieselpunk 'Horde-Slaying Movement Shooter', Announced

Introducing Gravity Forge, a new third-person co-op-supporting "horde-slaying movement shooter" powered by Unreal Engine 5 that puts you in the shoes of a parkour-expert assassin who can manipulate gravity (including walking on walls), create gravity wells, and more in a dieselpunk setting.


Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Drops to New All-Time Low Price at Walmart

You can save $20 on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for PS5 right now at Walmart, dropping its price to $49.94.


Six Days in Fallujah Sets Release Date for Its First Documentary Story Missions

Six Days in Fallujah has set the release date for its first documentary story missions for November 7. Its console versions remain in development and will release in 2025.


Legacy of Kain Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered Leaked via PlayStation Store Ahead of State of Play Broadcast

With Sony’s State of Play broadcast set for tonight, the inevitable leaks have begun. First up we have the heavily rumored Legacy of Kain Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered, which was spotted on the PlayStation Store before being swiftly removed.


Peacemaker’s Animality in Mortal Kombat 1 Is About as Patriotic as You Can Get

With Mortal Kombat 1 expansion Khaos Reigns almost upon us, developer NetherRealm has been lifting the lid on its new DLC characters and, in particular, its brand new animalities. Here's a first look at Peacemaker's.


Panasonic Makes Literal Vaporware With Mist-Based Display

Panasonic has made literal vaporware by creating a hologram style video display with its Silky Fine Mist technology, though it probably won't be available to consumers for a long time.


Life Is Strange Creator Don't Nod Has Rough Start to the Year, Presses Pause on Two Projects

Original Life is Strange developer Don't Nod has announced it had a rough start to the 2024/25 financial year and has pressed pause on two projects as a result.


God of War Ragnarok Mod Removes Controversial PSN Requirement — and Its Creator Has Vowed to Maintain It

Just days after PlayStation game God of War Ragnarok launched on PC to a ‘mixed’ Steam user review rating over its forced PlayStation Network account linking, a mod has been released that bypasses the requirement entirely.


Dumbledore Actor's Son Says Harry Potter Films Don't Need HBO TV Remake: 'Leave Them Alone'

Mad Men and Chernobyl actor Jared Harris, son of original Dumbledore actor Richard Harris, has criticised the Harry Potter reboot coming from HBO.


The Best Handheld Gaming PCs in 2024

Play your favorite PC games on the go with the best handheld gaming PCs


Judge Sides With Genshin Impact Maker in Forcing X/Twitter to Reveal Leakers' Identities

X/Twitter has lost a motion to quash a subpeona from Genshin Impact publisher Cognosphere, which attempts to unmask the identities behind four popular leaker accounts on copyright grounds.


X/Twitter Is Making More Changes to the Block Button, Making Posts From Public Accounts Visible to Everyone

X/Twitter is set to make even more changes to the block function, with Elon Musk confirming that "the block function will block that account from engaging with, but not block seeing, public post."


Terrifier 3 Review

Art the Clown's Christmas rampage is a bounty of practical effects riches, but its storytelling is scattershot.


The Best RPG Board Games Worth Playing in 2024

There are lots of role-playing board games out there to choose from, but we've whittled down the list to the very best of the best.


It's Stellarblade Versus Stellar Blade as Louisiana Company Sues PlayStation and Shift Up Over Name

Stellar Blade developer Shift Up and publisher Sony are being sued...over Stellar Blade. The plaintiff, a Louisiana-based film production company called, yes, Stellarblade, is alleging trademark infringement and claiming its business is being damaged by Shift Up's use of the name.


Emmy Winner Kyle Chandler in Talks to Play Hal Jordan in Green Lantern HBO Series - Report

DC Studios is one step closer to creating its Justice League, as actor Kyle Chandler is reportedly in talks to star in the upcoming Max Green Lantern show, Lanterns.


Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Interview Reveals Host of New Details, Including Confirmation of Series' First Woman Director

In a new interview on The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, it's been revealed that Grezzo is the elusive co-development studio behind the project, and Tomomi Sano is the game's director, and the first-ever female director on The Legend of Zelda series.


How to Watch the X-Men Movies in Chronological Order

Here's the correct order to watch the X-Men movies, chronologically and by release date.


Ara: History Untold Review

A visually captivating 4X that gets bogged down well before the midway point.


Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: Here’s What Comes in Each Edition

Everything you need to know to preorder Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, including what comes in each edition, how much they all cost, and more.


Sonic Central Stream Announced Offering 'Sneak Peek' of Sonic in 2025

Sega has announced a Sonic Central livestream for tomorrow, offering "a sneak peek of some of our upcoming projects, partnerships, and events happening through 2025."


PlayStation State of Play for September 2024 Officially Announced With Updates on 20 Games

PlayStation has officially confirmed a State of Play stream for Tuesday, September 24 at 3pm PT with updates on more than 20 games. Make sure to stay tuned to IGN for all of the coverage.


PlatinumGames Acquires The Wonderful 101 From Nintendo

PlatinumGames has acquired The Wonderful 101 franchise from Nintendo, though it's unclear if the developer plans to make any sequels.


Marvel's The Sentry Explained: Who Is Lewis Pullman's "Bob" In Thunderbolts*?

Outer Range's Lewis Pullman is joining the MCU in the upcoming Thunderbolts* movie. But who is The Sentry, and why is his debut bad news for the Marvel Cinematic Universe?


Baldur's Gate 3 Mod Cuts Turn-Based Combat and Makes Everything Real-Time

A Baldur's Gate 3 mod removes the role-playing game's traditional Dungeons & Dragons turn-based combat in favor of more action-orientated real-time battles.


Nintendo Switch 2 Photos Leak ‘Almost Certainly Real,’ Say Tech Experts

Last week’s Nintendo Switch 2 leak that includes photos of what looks like actual hardware is “almost certainly real,” the tech experts at Digital Foundry have said.


Transformers One’s 4K Steelbook Is Already Up for Preorder

Transformers One is getting a 4K steelbook that you can preorder right now. Its release date is yet to be announced.


Thunderbolts* Debut Trailer Reveals First Look at Lewis Pullman’s Sentry

Marvel Studios has released the debut trailer for Thunderbolts*, and it shows Lewis Pullman’s Sentry for the first time.


Uzumaki Premiere Review

Adult Swim does the seemingly impossible: Adapts a Junji Ito story into motion and makes it fun, silly, and horrifying.


Beloved 'Skyrim Grandma' Retires From Making Gameplay Videos at 88 Years Old

Beloved YouTuber Shirley Curry, colloquially known as the Skyrim Grandma, has announced her retirement from making gameplay videos after doing so for nine years.


Steam Breaks Its Record for PC Players Online Once Again

Steam has once again broken its record for the most PC players online, this time hitting an incredible 38,366,479 concurrents.


Stardew Valley Console and Mobile 1.6 Update Finally Has a Release Date

Stardew Valley developer Eric Barone, aka ConcernedApe, has finally announced the hotly anticipated release date for update 1.6 on console and mobile.


The Cheapest iPhones to Buy in 2024

Looking to get a iPhone without breaking the bank? These are the cheapest iPhones.


Anime Vanguards Codes (September 2024)

Get free rewards like Trait Rerolls and Gems with these Anime Vanguards Roblox codes.


PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle Price Reportedly Revealed

The price for the PlayStation 30th Anniversary PS5 Slim bundle as well as the PlayStation 30th Anniversary DualSense controller have reportedly been revealed.


Success of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 ‘Changes Everything,’ Dev Says — and Yes, There Are Ideas for Space Marine 3

The success of breakout hit Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 ‘changes everything’ for developer Saber Interactive, it’s said. Here's what it means for story DLC and even Space Marine 3.


The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol Review

The action is great, the seasonal resolution works, and the final sequence offers clever catharsis.


Munchkin Board Game Buying Guide

Everything you need to know to play the card game Munchkin, along with its many, many expansions and offshoots.


How Rayman Is Becoming a Board Game

A behind-the-scenes look at how Ubisoft and Flyos are turning the Rayman video games into a board game.


'Nobody Could Do Gotham': An Oral History of the Fox Show That Reinvented Batman

For the Gotham 10 year anniversary, IGN stat down with series stars Ben McKenzie, Donal Logue, Robin Lord Taylor, David Mazouz, Sean Pertwee, and Camren Bicondova, as well as showrunners Bruno Heller and Danny Cannon and more to discuss reinventing Batman and the series' legacy.


The Best Halloween LEGO Sets to Build This October

We picked out the top 10 best spooky LEGO sets that are perfect to build and put on display for Halloween.


The Turtle Beach Kone II Air Mouse Has A Lot to Offer, With Some Compromises

The wireless Kone II Air mouse isn't quite as sharp as its wired counterpart, but still finds a good balance between ergonomics and gaming.


PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Edition: 14 Close-Up Photos That Show Off All Its Little Details

Earlier this week, Sony announced a limited edition PS5, PS5 Pro, and other accessories as part of a celebration of its 30th anniversary. And now, we've got some up-close photos of the consoles and the limited edition DualSense controllers that show off an incredible level of detail work on the hardware.


Never Let Go Ending Explained: What's Actually Happening in the New Halle Berry Horror Movie?

Halle Berry has a new horror movie out called Never Let Go, so we have an explainer on the ending as well as an end-credits scene check-in!


Inside Annapurna Interactive's Mass Walkout: Internal Politics, the Surprise Remedy Deal, and Why It All Happened

Earlier this month, the entire staff of Annapurna Interactive walked out the door in a group resignation. But while some of the circumstances around their departure emerged in the reporting, one pressing question was left unanswered: why? IGN has pieced together a somewhat complex answer.


Obsbot Meet 2 4K Webcam Review

The Obsbot Meet 2 webcam offers crisp 4K video and great autofocus in a tiny package, making it a great choice for a super compact stream and meeting camera.


Ridley Scott Has Already 'Lit the Fuse' on Gladiator 3

It took Ridley Scott more than 20 years to bring Gladiator 2 to life, but that isn’t stopping him from getting a head start on Gladiator 3.


The New Movie Transformers: One Proves Animation Is the Way Forward for the Troubled Franchise

The new movie Transformers: One proves that the Autobots and Decepticons need to transform and roll out... back to where this franchise has succeeded best.


EA Sports FC 25 - Review in Progress

Welcome but largely incremental improvements play it a bit too safe so far.


How to Watch The Substance – Showtimes and Streaming Status

Here's all the info about how to watch the Demi Moore-led satirical body horror, from showtimes to streaming status.


God of War Ragnarök Launches to ‘Mixed’ Steam User Reviews — With Most Complaining About the PlayStation Network Account Requirement

God of War Ragnarök has a ‘mixed’ user review rating on Steam following its PC launch, with most of the complaints revolving around Sony’s controversial PlayStation Network Account requirement.


How to Play the Yakuza Games in Chronological Order

Here's how to play through the lengthy Yakuza/Like a Dragon game series in the correct narrative order.


Concord Game Director Steps Down as Staff at Sony-Owned Firewalk Await Their Fate — Report

Following Sony’s shock decision to haul live service hero shooter Concord offline, its game director has reportedly stepped down with some staff concerned about the future of the studio.


What to Watch on Apple TV+

You just got three months of free Apple TV+, so what should you watch first? Here are some places to start, from Ted Lasso to Severance to some of the best sci-fi on TV like Foundation, Silo, and For All Mankind.


Remember That Time Superman Fought the KKK?

The new podcast Superman vs. the KKK sheds light on the Man of Steel – and America’s – battle against an insidious enemy.


Silent Hill 2 Remake Console Exclusive to PS5 for 1 Year

The Silent Hill 2 remake is console exclusive to PlayStation 5 for one year, Sony has revealed.


Majima-Focused Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Announced at RGG Summit as Next Yakuza Game

The next Yakuza game is about series wild card Goro Majima fighting pirates and is called Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and Sega revealed at the September 2024 RGG Summit.


Nintendo vs. Palworld: 'Killer Patent' May Be About the Mechanic of Catching Pokémon

Following Nintendo and The Pokémon Company’s shock patent lawsuit against Palworld developer Pocketpair, and Pocketpair’s subsequent statement claiming it had no idea which patents it’s accused of infringing, analysts believe they’ve worked out which patent Nintendo plans to use to win its case.


Squid Game Season 2 Teaser Trailer Raises the Stakes Ahead of December Premiere

Squid Game Season 2 is still on track to arrive this December, and Netflix is here to help with the wait with a new teaser trailer.


The Penguin Episode 1 Review – "After Hours"

The premiere of The Penguin recaptures the melancholy atmosphere of The Batman while drawing out more of what made Colin Farrell’s portrayal of Oswald Cobb so captivating.


Why Isn't Robert Pattinson's Batman In The Penguin?

Why isn't Robert Pattinson's Batman appearing in the new spinoff series The Penguin? Here's what we know about the Dark Knight's whereabouts after the first episode.


One Piece Season 2: Netflix Reveals First Look at Chopper in the Live-Action Series

In a behind-the-scenes clip of One Piece Season 2, Netflix offered a very quick first glimpse of how Chopper will look in the live-action series.


Netflix Confirms a New Cyberpunk Animated Project With CD Projekt Red Is on the Way

Netflix has confirmed that another animated Cyberpunk project, in collaboration with CD Projekt Red, is on the way... but didn't really reveal what it would be.


Arcane Season 2 Release Dates Revealed, Along With New Clip

Netflix has revealed the three release dates for the second and final season of Arcane, in addition to a new clip.


Netflix Reveals First Trailer for Rebel Moon Video Game Spinoff

Netflix and Zack Snyder have revealed the first trailer for their Rebel Moon video game spinoff, Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game.


Netflix's Devil May Cry Gets First Teaser Trailer and Release Window

Netflix Capcom's Devil May Cry animated series delivered its first teaser trailer - and an April 2025 release window - during Netflix Geeked Week 2024 Live.


Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender Finds Its Toph for Season 2

Netflix has revealed who will be playing fan-favorite Earthbender Toph in Season 2 of the live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender.


Upcoming New DC Movies and TV Shows: 2024 Release Dates and Beyond

Here's a look at all the DC movies and series currently in the works, along with a few whose fates may be in jeopardy.


Xbox Ambassadors Program Will Soon Shutter After More Than 13 Years

Microsoft has announced that it will soon phase out its Xbox Ambassadors program after 13 years of operations, giving fans about a month to redeem leftover codes and rewards.


Best Horror Movies on Netflix Right Now (September 2024)

It might not be October anymore, but it's still the perfect time to watch a horror movie!


The Best Gaming PC of 2024: Top Prebuilt Desktops

Building your own gaming PC is rewarding and fun, but sometimes you just want to buy something, plug it in, and start gaming. If that's you here's our list of the best prebuilt gaming desktops.


The Games Industry Will Continue to Grow, Former Blizzard President Says on the Eve of First New Game

Former Blizzard president Mike Morhaime is set to announce the first game from his new game company, Dreamhaven. Here's why he still believes the games industry can only grow bigger despite the turbulence in 2024.


Rings of Power's Cynthia Addai-Robinson Confronts the Huge Stakes of the Valar Trial & Miriel's Fate

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power's Cynthia Addai-Robinson on Miriel's inevitable fate (according to Tolkien), the huge stakes of the Valar Trial, and her character's evolution in Season 2.


Nintendo Switch Black Friday 2024 Bundles Are Already Available

The money-saving Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Bundle is back for Black Friday 2024, and this time it has a Switch OLED version.


Kill Knight Hands-On: The Ultimate Twin-Stick Action Game

PlaySide Studios’ debut console project is shaping up to be a compelling, skill-testing fusion of twin-stick shooter and high score chaser.


Space Marine 2 Fans Can Dive Deep Into Warhammer 40,000 Lore With This Humble Book Bundle

Space Marine 2 fans can dive deeper into Warhammer 40k lore with this Humble Book Bundle, containing 24 novels about the Space Marines.


Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero Producer Talks Encyclopedia Mode, What If Scenarios, and More

Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero Producer Jun Furutani sits down with IGN to talk about the upcoming release of the latest entry in the Dragon Ball Z Tenkaichi series


Deadpool and Wolverine Will Join Forces In New Marvel Comics Series

Wade Wilson and Logan are taking their bromance from the big screen to the printed page, as Marvel launches a new ongoing series called Deadpool/Wolverine.


Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero - The Final Preview

Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero is a much needed reminder that arena fighters can excite and thrill just as much as traditional 2D and 3D fighters can.


Krafton Says It Didn't Buy Tango Gameworks From Microsoft for Profit: 'We Don't Think Hi-Fi Rush 2 Is Going to Make Us Money'

PUBG publisher Krafton has sad it didn't buy Tango Gameworks from Microsoft because it cares about making a profit, with CEO Changhan Kim admitting "we don't think Hi-Fi Rush 2 is going to make us money."


Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket Is A Snazzy Way to Carry a Pokemon Card Binder in Your Pocket

From what I’ve seen so far, Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket is less about the competitive meta of the physical Pokemon trading card game and more about the collecting aspect of the beautiful cards fans know and love – and that’s not such a bad thing.


Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: The First Preview

I am suitably impressed with what I saw, and I didn't think they'd be able to improve on MSFS 2020 much more than an iterative update, but this is a reimagining of the entire franchise. Everything good… is better now, and everything new looks awesome and fun.


Minecraft Dropping PlayStation VR Support Next Year

Minecraft will no longer support virtual reality headset PlayStation VR after March 2025, Mojang has announced.


God of War Ragnarok Finally Adding Option to Tone Down Puzzle Hints, But Only on PC for Now

Former PlayStation exclusive God of War Ragnarok has features temporarily exclusive to the PC port arriving today, September 19, including the long sought after ability to tone down puzzle hints from companions.


Palworld Developer Pocketpair Responds to Nintendo Pokémon Lawsuit, Says It’s Unaware of the Patents It’s Accused of Infringing

Palworld developer Pocketpair has responded to Nintendo and The Pokémon Company’s shock patent infringement lawsuit with a statement that says it’s unaware which patents it’s being accused of infringing.


Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Review

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster preserves the iconic original’s experience while including some very logical and welcome modern adjustments.


Zack Snyder's Twilight of the Gods Review

While Twilight of the Gods overindulges in the depravity and gruesomeness of its ultra-violent Norse setting, it manages to eke out a worthwhile tale of revenge despite itself.


Agatha All Along: Is The Scarlet Witch Actually Dead and Other Burning Questions

Agatha All Along's two-part premiere built plenty of intrigue for the rest of the season. We have answers to some of the Marvel mysteries, but here are our biggest burning questions now that the witches are back.


Agatha All Along Premiere Review

The premiere of Marvel’s Agatha All Along excellently recaptures the magic of WandaVision with a dark, mysterious, and campy story.


Orphan Black: Echoes Canceled After Just One Season on AMC

Orphan Black: Echoes will not be back for Season 2, as AMC has announced the show's cancelation after just one season.


Tiny Glade Review

Tiny Glade –  the latest cozy game to offer us all an escape from the dumpster fire purgatory that is modern life


Best Mini Gaming PC

Typically, gaming PCs are huge monoliths of glass and metal. However, there are mini PCs for gaming out there, if you need to reclaim your desk space.


The Penguin Makeup Designer on How He’d Create Realistic Versions of ‘Weird’ Villains in a Matt Reeves Batman Sequel

While it’s not yet known which villains will appear in The Batman 2 – save for the return of Colin Farrell’s Penguin – Mike Marino, the makeup designer who brought both Penguin and Barry Keoghan’s Joker to the big screen in The Batman, shared his thoughts with IGN about how realistic versions of “weird” characters like Clayface or Two-Face could be brought to life within Matt Reeves’ Batman Epic Crime Saga.


EA Says AI Is 'the Very Core' of Its Business: What Does That Mean?

While we've known for a while that EA is investing heavily in AI, it was nonetheless overwhelming just how often AI came up throughout its Investor Day presentation. We watched the entirety of the event in an effort to learn what it means when CEO Andrew Wilson says AI is "the very core" of EA's business.


Transformers Producer Provides Updates on the Future of the Series and the G.I. Joe Crossover

Franchise producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura revealed that the next live-action Transformers film will be the G.I. Joe crossover, in addition to a number of other updates about the series' future.


John Wick Studio Lionsgate Sparks Backlash With Deal to Train AI Model on Its Film and TV Library

Lionsgate, the studio behind the John Wick and The Hunger Games franchises, has raised some eyebrows by signing a deal with AI firm Runway to train an AI model on its film and TV library.


Mattel Reveals Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn Barbie Dolls for Batman Day

Barbie is headed to Gotham City, as Mattel reveals new Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn dolls just in time for Batman Day.


How Dragon Age: The Veilguard Used Lessons From The Sims to Craft Its Character Creator and More

As our IGN First exploration of Dragon Age: The Veilguard continues, we delve into its surprising connections to The Sims and how its informs its character creator as well as the deep systems that bring its world to life.


Space Marine 2 Dev Explains Warhammer 40,000 Lore Restrictions That Prevent Chaos for Every Class in Big Update on What to Expect in the Future

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Saber Interactive have published an update on what to expect from the game in the future, answering a number of burning questions from the community.


Ubisoft Call of Duty Rival xDefiant 'Absolutely Not Dying,' Dev Insists

Ubisoft has insisted its Call of Duty rival xDefiant is doing well despite analyst reports that it failed to meet expectations.


Dragon Age Inquisition ‘Massively’ Oversold Internal EA Projections, Ex-BioWare Dev Reveals

Dragon Age Inquisition was far from a commercial failure, a former BioWare developer has insisted while revealing an updated sales figure for the game.


Transformers One Exclusive Clip Features Steve Buscemi's Starscream

In this never-before-seen clip from Transformers One, young versions of Optimus Prime (voiced by Chris Hemsworth), Megatron (Brian Tyree Henry), Bumblebee (Keegan-Michael Key), and Arcee (Scarlett Johansson) are interrogated by Starscream (Steve Buscemi) who wants to determine whether they’re spies.


You Can Already Save on Final Fantasy 16 for PC at GMG

You can save up to 18% off Final Fantasy 16 for PC right now at Green Man Gaming.


James Gunn Superman Film Apparently Stars Krypto the Superdog

The DCU Superman film from DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn will feature Krypto the Superdog according to comic book writer Mark Waid.


Why Everyone’s Talking About Nintendo Switch 2 Leaks Today

Nintendo Switch 2 talk is in overdrive after alleged prototype images of Nintendo’s next-gen console emerged online.


Ghostface’s Fatality in Mortal Kombat 1 Is a Great Scream Reference

Mortal Kombat 1 developer NetherRealm has released the launch trailer for expansion Khaos Reigns that includes a first look at DLC character Ghostface and its first Fatality.


Cormac McCarthy's The Road Exclusive Preview: The Postapocalyptic Opus Becomes a Graphic Novel

Check out our exclusive preview of Cormac McCarthy's The Road: A Graphic Novel Adaptation, as the Pulitzer prize-winning novel is adapted as a comic book.


Square Enix Admits Final Fantasy 16 and 7 Rebirth Profits ‘Did Not Meet Our Expectations’

Square Enix has made public its dissatisfaction with Final Fantasy 16 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth’s commercial performance, admitting neither game met profit expectations.


MrBeast and Amazon Sued by Beast Games Contestants Alleging Sexual Harassment, 'Chronic Mistreatment,' and More

MrBeast, the number one most subscribed to YouTube channel, and Amazon have been sued by contestants of the Beast Games competition show, alleging sexual harassment, "chronic mistreatment," and more.


Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Rated for PS5 and PC

Sony’s stretch of remasters is set to continue with the release of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered for PlayStation 5 and PC.


Nintendo Announces 4 SNES Games for Switch Online Library

Nintendo has announced four Super NES games from the early ‘90s are now live via the Nintendo Switch Online library.


Freedom Wars Remastered Hands-On: Preserving The Vita Classic As You Remember It

The PS Vita hit Freedom Wars is coming to modern platforms, and after playing a preview demo, it's looking like a faithful remaster after; it's set to launch in January 2025.


Freedom Wars Remastered Bringing Vita Favorite to Modern Platforms as Potential First Step Toward Sequel

Freedom Wars is getting remastered for PC, Switch, and PlayStation, with a potential sequel on the way. The Vita favorite will support 4K 60fps graphics on modern platforms along with other enhancements.


EA Is Launching a New Social App That Mixes Its Sports Game Tech, Ultimate Team, and Live Sports

EA is launching a new app that uses its sports game technology to mix social connectivity, in-game awards, and customizable highlights with live sports events.


Lenovo Legion Tower 7i Review

The Lenovo Legion Tower 7i is a great gaming PC if performance is your top priority.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Dev Won't Say Whether 'Imposing Morals on Gamers' YouTube Comment Is From Its CEO

Space Marine 2 dev Saber Interactive won't say whether a YouTube comment, which among other things says there have been "overblown attempts at messaging and imposing moral on gamers," is from its CEO.


Piece by Piece Review

A LEGO music documentary shouldn't work, but director Morgan Neville takes a thoughtful, transformative approach.


The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep Netflix Film Delayed to February 2025

Netflix has announced that its animated film The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep has been delayed from late 2024 to February 11, 2025.


The Plucky Squire Review

This charming Zelda-inspired adventure really jumps off the page.


Laurel and Hardy Action Figures In the Works at Wandering Planet Toys

Wandering Planet Toys is immortalizing two of the greatest comedians of all time with a new line of Laurel and Hardy action figures.


Skate. Finally Launches Into Early Access in 2025

EA’s Skate revival finally has a release window, although it’s a vague 2025 for early access.


The Pokémon Company Wins $15 Million Copyright Lawsuit Against Game That Copied Pokémon Characters

The Pokémon Company has won around $15 million in a copyright lawsuit against a Chinese company that appeared to blatantly use Pokémon characters in its game.


Dark Horse to Publish The Art of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

Dark Horse Books has revealed The Art of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, a new hardcover book offering an in-depth look at the creation of the upcoming GSC Game World title.


The Penguin: 7 Things to Know About HBO's Batman Spin-Off Series

IGN recently spoke to the creative team behind HBO’s The Penguin about bringing the saga of Oz Cobb (played once again by Colin Farrell) from the big screen to streaming. Matt Reeves, who directed 2022’s The Batman which introduced this new live-action incarnation of the iconic DC Comics baddie, has called the spin-off “a gangster story” that offers “a version of Oz Cobb that was not like anything you'd seen in any of the other iterations.”


The Sims Project Rene Will Get Another 'Small, Invite-Only' Playtest This Fall

Today, Maxis dropped a ton of The Sims-related information, including an update to Project Rene. It's getting another invite-only playtest this fall, this time focused on multiplayer.


My Time at Portia Dev Announces Sequel for PC, Xbox Series X and S, PS5 and ‘Future Nintendo Platforms Yet to Be Announced’

With Nintendo fan excitement for Switch 2 reaching fever pitch, developers are starting to say they’re planning to release their upcoming games on the unannounced next-generation console.


Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal Collector’s Sets Are Available To Preorder

Preorders are live for Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal's Collector’s Sets, each available for $99.98. They're set to release on November 19.


Xbox Game Pass September 2024 Wave 2 Lineup Announced

Microsoft has announced the Xbox Game Pass September 2024 Wave 2 lineup, taking subscribers up to the end of this month.


Batman First Superhero to Get Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

The fictional character Batman is to become the first superhero to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.


LEGO Star Wars: Jabba’s Sail Barge UCS Set Announced, Coming in October

LEGO has announced a new set in the Star Wars Ultimate Collector's Series based on Jabba's Sail Barge from Return of the Jedi.


EA Sports FC 25 Global Release Times Confirmed

EA Sports has confirmed the launch timing for FC 25 across its early access and global release dates on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, PC, and Nintendo Switch.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s Dreaded ‘Joining Server’ Bug Makes Co-Op Play Much Harder Than It Should Be

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is the most-played Warhammer 40,000 game ever on steam and has seen over two million players since launch, but there’s one issue that gives the player base the fear: the dreaded joining server bug.


UK Deals: Insane AAA Steam Bundles For Your Backlog

Want value for money? Todays UK deals are full of Steam Game Bundles for every kind of gamer


Final Fantasy 16 PC Global Release Times Confirmed

Final Fantasy 16 is finally almost here on PC after lots of back and forth and developer Square Enix has shared exactly when players can start playing the role-playing game epic.


Helldivers 2’s Crucial 01.001.100 Update Completely Reworks Weapons, Adds New Galactic War Feature, and Changes Much More in Bid to Make the Game Easier

Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has released the long-awaited update 01.001.100, which tweaks the game balance, weapons, and stratagems as part of a significant overhaul that aims to bring lapsed fans back into the game by making it easier. Check out the patch notes.


Best Gaming Routers in 2024: Netgear, Asus and More

While shopping for a gaming router, you should be on the lookout for which version of Wi-Fi it supports.


Vince Zampella Defends the PS5 Pro Price And 'We'll See' What It Means for Battlefield

In an exclusive interview with IGN, Head of Respawn & Group GM for EA Studios Organization Vince Zampella defended the price of the PS5 Pro while taking a wait and see approach to what it might mean for Battlefield.


Exclusive: Vince Zampella Confirms Next Battlefield Will Use Modern Setting, First Concept Art Revealed

In an exclusive interview with IGN, Head of Respawn & Group GM for EA Studios Organization Vince Zampella sat down to talk about Battlefield's return to a modern setting while revealing its first concept art.


Which Emmy Winners Should You Stream Right Now?

The 2024 Emmy Award winners are full of incredible talent and wonderful shows, but which ones should you watch first? Here are the top 3 shows that you should prioritize.


This Death Ranger Statue Is One Terrifyingly Cool Power Rangers Collectible

The fearsome Death Ranger is being immortalized as a statue by Diamond Select Toys. Check out our exclusive first look at this amazing Power Rangers collectible.


James Cameron Directing His First Non-Avatar Movie Since 1997 As Soon As He Can Get Away From Avatar

James Cameron will take a break from Avatar to create a film based on Charles Pellegrino’s books Ghosts of Hiroshima and Last Train From Hiroshima…eventually.


Final Fantasy 16 Producer Asks Fans Not to Make 'Offensive or Inappropriate' Mods Upon PC Release

Final Fantasy 16 producer Naoki Yoshida has asked fans to please not make "offensive or inappropriate" mods upon the game's PC release tomorrow, September 17.


Inside Out 2 Was the Hit Pixar Needed, but the Laid-Off Employees Who Crunched on It Are Still Hurting

Inside Out 2 is the highest-grossed animated film ever. But behind the scenes, Pixar workers grappled with crunch, layoffs, and an avoidance of LGBTQ+ themes. Our report of the tumultuous making of the sequel to one of the most beloved Pixar films ever.


The Penguin's Sofia Falcone Explained: Who Is the Batman Villain The Hangman?

Who is Cristin Milioti's character Sofia Falcone in The Penguin, and why do they call her The Hangman? Here's what you need to know about this terrifying Batman villain.


We Build LEGO Harry Potter The Burrow, Ron Weasley's Eccentric Family Home

Harry Potter fans who enjoy building LEGO sets will want to check this out: we take an in-depth look at the new collectors' edition of The Burrow, the family home of Ron Weasley.


The Pulsar Xboard QS Shows What High-End Keyboards Are Capable Of

The Pulsar Xboard QS is a beautiful mechanical keyboard that performs wonderfully and is built like a tank. But with the style of customization it offers, and its hefty price tag, it’s certainly reserved for enthusiasts.


Madden Curse Returns as San Francisco 49er Christian McCaffrey Out for 4 Games

The infamous Madden curse appears to be back as Madden NFL 25 cover star Christian McCaffrey of the San Francisco 49ers has been ruled out for four games.


The Turtle Beach Kone II Mouse Is A Chunky, Ergonomic Workhorse

Even with some tacky design decisions, Turtle Beach strikes a great balance between ergonomics, utility, and gaming with the wired Kone II mouse


Exclusive: How Sci-Fi Author Peter F. Hamilton Is Creating a New RPG Universe with BioWare Veterans

We spoke with legendary sci-fi author Peter F. Hamilton about his collaboration with Archetype Entertainment on the highly anticipated AAA RPG, Exodus. He offers insights into his creative worldbuilding journey alongside industry veterans from BioWare and Naughty Dog, and also discusses his upcoming spin-off novel, Exodus: The Archimedes Engine.


Will GTA 6 Be Delayed to 2026? One Ex-Rockstar Dev Says the Studio Probably Won’t Be Able to Make That Call Until May 2025

Will Rockstar delay GTA 6 out of 2025 and into 2026? It’s one of the burning questions gamers, publishers, and analysts have of what to expect from next year. In truth, only Rockstar can answer that question, but one former developer at the studio has suggested such a decision could come in pretty hot.


SMT V: Vengeance and Unicorn Overlord Drop to $29.99

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Standard Edition and Unicorn Overlord are on sale right now at Woot for just $29.99.


Nintendo Announces 2 New Mario Kart 8 Switch Bundles Out This Fall

Nintendo has announced two new Nintendo Switch bundles for release this fall: Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership.


Steam Reviews for Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Show Everyone's Main Problem Is Losing to Justin Wong

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection launched last week and — matchmaking issues aside — players have been enjoying its nostalgia-fueled combat. But there’s one problem: fighting game legend Justin Wong.


UK Deals: Get Fit Whilst Gaming And Working

Passive fitness is the best kind, and you won't have to put down your controller with these deals.


Stardew Valley LEGO Build Recreates the Entire Pelican Town

A Stardew Valley fan has recreated the entire Pelican Town using LEGO in a 75,000 piece build that even brought out developer ConcernedApe.


PS5 Pro’s Pricing Backlash Is A Warning To Nintendo And Switch 2

Although Switch 2 is unlikely to cost as much as the PS5 Pro, the price of progress might be more than some are expecting.


Palworld Not Going Free-to-Play: 'This Just Isn't What Our Players Want'

Palworld developer Pocketpair has said the survival crafting game dubbed "Pokémon with guns" isn't going free-to-play despite comments from CEO Takuro Mizobe alluding to such a future last week.


Sony 'Forcing' Bungie to 'Get Their Heads Out Their Asses' and Run Destiny 2 Like a Business Is Very Much a Good Thing, Studio's Ex-Lawyer Says

A former Bungie lawyer has commented on changes coming to embattled live service looter shooter Destiny 2, saying the role of parent company Sony in “forcing” through these changes is very much a good thing.


Baldur's Gate 3 Modder Reveals First Custom Maps, Including Avernus

A Baldur's Gate 3 modder has taken the first step in adding brand new, custom levels to the beloved role-playing game by creating new maps including the much sought after Avernus.


Looks Like Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Is Finally Coming to PS5

A rating for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide on PlayStation 5 suggests Fatshark’s co-op focused shooter is finally coming to Sony’s console.


Nintendo Battles Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Leaks 2 Weeks Before Release Date

As is Nintendo video game tradition, another Switch exclusive has leaked online ahead of its official release date. This time it’s The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, which has seen unofficial gameplay hit the internet, sparking takedowns from Nintendo and spoiler concern from fans.


Flappy Bird Creator Speaks Out After Revival Sparks Backlash

The creator of the original Flappy Bird has spoken out on the viral mobile game’s return to distance himself from the project and insist he did not sell the rights to the game.


Emmy Winners 2024: The Full List (Updating Live!)

The 76th Emmy Awards have finally arrived and are set to celebrate the best of the best in the world of television from the past year. We will be updating this winners list throughout night, so be sure to keep checking back!


The $700 PS5 Pro is Too Much For Too Little

Even with the promise of running games like Grand Theft Auto 6 better than any other console, the PS5 Pro does little to justify its eye-watering price tag.


Wil Wheaton on Wesley Crusher’s Impostor Syndrome: ‘I Started Thinking He Had This Revelation’

Wil Wheaton, the Star: Trek The Next Generation actor and host of The Ready Room, discusses his past, present, and future Trek life.


Knowing How The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Is Going To End Doesn't Bother Me

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power faces the same hurdle that all prequels face. But stories are about the journey, not the destination, and knowing what will come to pass doesn't pull from the enjoyment of the series.


PS5 Pro Has Bigger Problems Than Price

Although the whopping $700 is a big sticking point, it also feels like Sony moving on from the regular PS5 before most of us think it's realised its potential.


Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions Review

A smart adaptation that's missing some bristles from the end of its broom.


Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Review

Forced online requirements, inconsistent AI, and chore-like progression undermine otherwise robust driving.


Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis - The Answer DLC Review

The Persona 3 Reload DLC, Episode Aigis: The Answer, may be tedious to play at times, but in its faithful recreation is a powerful story about overcoming grief told through the lens of the series' best characters.


Ascendant Studios' Fate Uncertain as Immortals of Aveum Devs Form New Studio

A group of around 20 developers formerly of Ascendant Studios, including its former CEO, have joined Dan Houser's Absurd Ventures to form a new studio in San Rafael, California: Absurd Marin.


Funko Fusion Review

Dull combat and repetitive missions means that just like your Funko Pop collection, it’s probably best left on the shelf.


Suda51 Says Everyone Pays 'Too Much Attention' to Metacritic Scores and Forces Games Into a 'Formula'

No More Heroes and Lollipop Chainsaw developer Goichi Suda a.k.a. Suda51 believes the gaming community “cares too much” about review scores on sites like Metacritic.


Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Review

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are clearly mimicking the Apple AirPods in design, but for Android users, they’re a solid alternative.


Enotria: The Last Song Review

Sun-drenched environments are a breath of fresh air in the soulslike genre.


Hasbro Reveals New Star Wars: Episode IV Figures at Pulse Con 2024

Star Wars collectors are eating well right now, as Hasbro reveals a new slate of figures inspired by the original film.


The Penguin Spoiler-Free Review

The Penguin puts Colin Farrell back in The Batman’s transformative makeup, but it fails to build a compelling mob drama around him.


How to Watch Transformers One – Showtimes and Streaming Status

Wondering how to watch Transformers One? We have all the information on the latest Transformers movie, from showtimes to streaming status.


How to Watch LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Streaming and Episodes

Wondering how to watch LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy? We have all the information on the new miniseries, from episode release dates to streaming status.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Fans Have a Good Idea Which Enemy Faction They’ll Fight in Space Marine 3

With Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 now over a week old, fans are speculating about which enemy faction they’ll go up against in the seemingly inevitable Space Marine 3 — and based on hints in the game, there can be only one pick.


World of Warcraft Union Hits Out at ‘Heartless’ Microsoft Gaming Layoffs

The Communication Workers of America (CWA) has heavily criticized Microsoft’s announcement of a further 650 layoffs from its gaming business, with one union formed to represent Activision Blizzard’s World of Warcraft team calling the cuts “heartless.”


Eve Online Developer CCP Sparks Backlash With Crypto Blockchain Spin-Off Eve Frontier

Eve Online developer CCP has announced Eve Frontier, a spin-off of the much-loved MMO that adds controversial blockchain and cryptocurrency elements.


Streaming Rewind: What to Watch This Weekend

Streaming had a bit of a lull this week, but things hit full force next week with The Penguin and Agatha All Along. In the meantime, here's what to watch this weekend.


Let's Stop Worrying About the Box Office and Start Talking About the Movies Again

Hey guys, guess what? Even if a film like Beetlejuice Beetlejuice kills at the box office, it doesn't really matter how much money it makes... as long as you like it.


Metro Dev 4A Games to Remain With Embracer After Space Marine 2 Dev Saber Decides Against Buying the Studio

4A Games, the developer of the Metro series, is set to remain within Embracer Group after Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 developer Saber Interactive declined to exercise its option to buy the studio.


Palworld Dev Mulls Going Free-to-Play Live Service or Sticking With Pay-to-Play as PS5 TGS Rumors Swirl

The developer of Palworld has revealed a conundrum it faces as it looks to the future: take the game free-to-play and live service, or stick with its current pay-to-play model.


Microsoft Layoffs Hit Call of Duty Warzone Mobile, Which ‘Didn't Hit as Big as Hoped’

Microsoft’s shock gaming layoffs have reportedly hit the Activision Blizzard teams behind mobile games Call of Duty Warzone Mobile and Warcraft Rumble.


Razer Doubles Down On Custom Keyboards With The BlackWidow V4 Pro 75%

Razer is bringing high-end features to its customizable tenkeyless mechanical gaming keyboard with the Blackwidow V4 Pro 75%, launching on September 24 for $300.


Annapurna's Entire Gaming Team Has Resigned

Annapurna Interactive's entire gaming staff has resigned from the company following a leadership dispute, IGN can corroborate.


The Sad Fate of the Star Wars Characters Disney Will Never Let Die

Disney has bigger plans for the characters from Star Wars that go beyond mere death. From constantly bringing back non-human characters like Chewbacca, Baby Yoda and Jabba to digitally recreating figures like Peter Cushing's Tarkin or Carrie Fisher's Leia, this is the sad fate of the Star Wars players that Disney can't let go.


Knull Creators Had No Idea Their Villain Would be in Venom 3, And Now They're Asking to be Paid

Knull creators Ryan Stegman and Donny Cates expressed surprised over their character appearing in Thursday's Venom: The Last Dance trailer, with Stegman writing, "Yes, I do expect to finally be able to afford that lazy river moat around my house."


Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Exclusive First Hands-On Preview

As part of our month-long IGN First, we spent hours of time with Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Check out our exclusive hands-on preview right here.


Asus ROG NUC Review

The Asus ROG NUC is an incredible little mini gaming PC. However, because of its size, it has to run less powerful hardware than other, larger, gaming PCs.


Did You Spot the Spider-Man Actor Who's Back in the New Venom Trailer?

Rhys Ifans is returning to the Spider-Man franchise in Venom: The Last Dance, but which Marvel character is he playing this time? Here's what we know.


Inside Out 2's Disney Plus Release Date Officially Announced

If you're not one of the many, many people who saw Inside Out 2 in theaters, making it the highest-grossing animated film of all time, good news: you'll get your chance to stream it on Disney+ later this month.


You Can Build a PC Equivalent to the PS5 Pro, Here’s How

The PS5 Pro price is a little too reminiscent of a gaming PC, so we went ahead and pieced together the parts to make a PS5 Pro-equivalent PC.


Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Patch 9 Makes Improvements to PC Version and Removes Denuvo DRM

Perhaps getting a little jealous of all the attention Ubisoft adventure Star Wars Outlaws is getting, EA has released Patch 9 for Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, its own single player romp in the galaxy far, far away.


Helldivers 2’s Next Premium Warbond Adds Chemical Weapons, New Stratagems, and a Pull My Finger Emote

Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has revealed the PC and PlayStation 5 co-op shooter's next Premium Warbond, dubbed Chemical Agents, alongside a September 19 release date.


Venom: The Last Dance Is Finally Introducing Knull, the Coolest Part of the Symbiote's Backstory

With Venom: The Last Dance wrapping up Sony's superhero trilogy, we're finally meeting the symbiote god Knull. Here's what you need to know about this all-powerful Marvel villain.


Star Wars Outlaws Delivers the Galaxy’s Underworld Far Better Than Solo or The Book of Boba Fett

Star Wars Outlaws succeeds at showing the real impact of Star Wars’ crime syndicates, something projects like Solo and The Book of Boba Fett failed to do.


Venom: The Last Dance Trailer Gives First Look at Knull and Venom Fish

Sony Pictures Entertainment has released the final trailer for Venom: The Last Dance, itself the final entry in the Spider-Man spin-off trilogy.


The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power — Will Miriel's Faith Be the Cause of the Fall of Numenor?

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power continues to march on as darkness spreads across Middle-earth and we get closer and closer to the fall of Numenor. Will the Numenorian's faith in the Valar be their ultimate downfall? Here's everything you need to know about The Lord of the Rings' very own gods.


LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy Confirmed as the First Star Wars Story Set After Rise of Skywalker

LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, the four-piece animation set to hit Disney+ on September 13, is confirmed to be the first Star Wars story set after the events of Rise of Skywalker.


You Can Get 3 Months of Disney Plus Basic for Just $1.99/Month Right Now

Disney Plus is offering new and returning customers an offer on its Disney Plus Basic membership - get 3 months for just $1.99/month.


Thieves Allegedly Steal $70,000 Worth of Pokémon Cards After Asking Store Staff Which Were Valuable

Thieves are once again targeting the Pokémon Trading Card Game, with a duo in Japan allegedly making off with $70,000 worth after asking staff which ones were valuable.


Neil deGrasse Tyson Explains Which Superhero Film Has the Most Unrealistic Physics

Perhaps the world's most famous astrophycisist Neil deGrasse Tyson has explained which superhero movie has the most unrealistic physics, and the title belongs to a DC classic.


13 Iconic Images That Made John Cassaday a Comic Book Legend

With the untimely passing of artist John Cassaday, we reflect back on his work and the iconic images that made him a comic book legend.


Payday 3 Director Steps Down After Disastrous First Year

Payday 3 director Miodrag Kovačević is stepping down following a disastrous first year for the live service heist shooter.


Xbox Game Pass Standard Tier Doesn't Include Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Starfield, Diablo 4, and More

Xbox Game Pass Standard, the new basic tier of Microsoft's subscription service which costs $14.99 a month, doesn't include major games such as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Starfield, Diablo 4, and much more.


Microsoft Lays Off Another 650 Staff From Its Video Game Workforce, Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Sends Memo to Staff

Microsoft is laying off a further 650 staff from its Xbox gaming business, according to a memo sent by chief Phil Spencer to staff today, September 12, and obtained by IGN.


The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Still Reportedly on Track for Five Seasons Despite Ratings Decline

Despite a viewership decline from Season 1, Prime Video is still reportedly committed to its original five-season plan for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.


Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake: The Final Preview

In our final hands-on with Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake before its November 14 release, we were extremely pleased with the new content that spruces things up without unrecognizably transforming the original experience.


Neil Gaiman Offering to Step Back From Good Omens Season 3 Amid Assault Allegations - Report

Neil Gaiman has reportedly offered to step back from Season 3 of Prime Video's Good Omens in the wake of sexual assault allegations made against him.


PlayStation Plus Game Catalog Additions for September 2024 Revealed

Sony has revealed the full line-up of PlayStation Plus Games Catalog additions for September 2024, which includes The Plucky Squire, Far Cry 5, and more.


Will PS5 Pro Run GTA 6 at 4K60? Probably Not, Say the Experts

How essential will the PS5 Pro be to enjoying GTA 6 at its very best? It’s a question more complicated than it first seems, according to tech experts Digital Foundry.


Justice Warriors: Vote Harder Is the Perfect Superhero Satire for 2024

Ahoy Comics' uproarious superhero satire series Justice Warriors is back for a sequel, and we've got an exclusive preview.


Ian McKellen Doesn't Like the Idea of Anyone Else Playing Gandalf in Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum

Gandalf actor Ian McKellen doesn't like the idea of anyone else playing the iconic wizard in the upcoming Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, and has revealed he's expecting a script in 2025.


Fortnite Review - 2024

This video game playground is still the definitive battle royale for good reason.


You Think PS5 Pro Is Expensive in the U.S.? In Europe and Japan It’s Even Worse

Sony’s $700 price for the PS5 Pro set the internet alight yesterday, but now the dust is settling on the mid-gen upgrade’s announcement, gamers in Europe and Japan are realizing just how much more expensive it is to buy in their home countries.


Where to Buy a PlayStation 5 Pro Disc Drive

The PS5 Disc Drive is currently in the top sellers at Amazon, and sold out at retailers like Best Buy, with no signs of slowing down.


How PS5 Pro's Price Compares With Other Launch Consoles

The PS5 Pro has been revealed and it costs a whopping $700 in the United States. We went back and looked at how much other PlayStation consoles cost at launch with adjustments for inflation.


The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Mod Restores Cut Endings

A modder has restored content cut from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt ending where Ciri becomes a witcher herself.


Sony to Sell Refurbished PS5s for Half the Price of a PS5 Pro

Sony will begin selling refurbished PlayStation 5 consoles for half the price of the recently announced PS5 Pro.


Polls Show Only Around 10-15 Percent Plan to Buy PS5 Pro, Most Consider It Too Expensive

In separate polls conducted by IGN after the reveal of the PS5 Pro, only about 10 - 15 percent of respondents said they were planning to buy Sony's newly-upgraded console, with most saying that it's too expensive.


PlayStation 5 Pro: 5 Burning Questions We Have About Sony's New Console

Is the price tag really too high? How good will GTA 6 look? We explore these and more burning questions about the newly revealed PlayStation 5 Pro.


Apple Watch Series 10 and New Apple Watch Ultra 2 Are Up for Preorder at Amazon

The upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 and new Apple Watch Ultra 2 with a black titanium case are up for preorder at Apple and Amazon. Here's everything you need to know.


How Zayn Malik's Love of Yu-Gi-Oh! Influences His Life and Career

In a new interview with IGN, former One Direction star Zayn Malik opened up about his love of Yu-Gi-Oh! after being unmasked as Nocturne in a recent Shadow Duelist livestream.


Peter Renaday, the Original Voice of Master Splinter in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dies at 89

Peter Renaday, a longtime voice actor best known for originating the voice of Master Splinter in the first animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, has died at the age of 89.


Spider-Verse Producer Shuts Down Rumors That Much of Beyond the Spider-Verse Has Been Scrapped

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse series producer Christopher Miller has swung in to squash rumors suggesting Sony recently scrapped much of its work on Beyond the Spider-Verse.


DC Deck-Building Game Adds Major Batman Villains in Arkham Asylum Expansion

The long-running DC Deck-Building Game is growing even bigger with the addition of an Arkham Asylum-themed deck and new expansions based on Dark Nights: Metal and other major DC storylines.


Poll: Is the PlayStation 5 Pro Too Expensive?

The PlayStation 5 Pro is real and, alongside bringing an upgraded GPU, advanced ray tracing, and AI-driven upscaling to players worldwide, it also brings a hefty price tag.


Apple's New AirPods 4 and AirPods Max Are Up for Preorder at Amazon

Everything you need to know to pre-order the new Apple AirPods 4, including the model with active noise cancellation, and the lightly refreshed AirPods Max headphones.


Every Game That's Enhanced for PS5 Pro

From silky smooth frame rates in The Last of Us 2 to Hogwarts Legacy's shiny floors, these games will make the most of PS5 Pro.


Internet Reacts to PS5 Pro's $700 Price Point With Shock as Analyst Says It's a 40-50% Premium on Slim PS5

The PS5 Pro's has drawn stunned reactions from fans, who are wondering whether its technical prices are enough to merit spending more than $700 with the disc drive and vertical stand sold separately.


Dragon Age: The Veilguard Photo Mode Details: 15 Exclusive Screenshots and How It Was Inspired by Mass Effect

As our IGN First for Dragon Age: The Veilguard continues, we have 15 exclusive new screenshots as well as info on the photo mode and how it was inspired by Mass Effect.


Heretic Review

There’s a strong touch of Tarantino in this gabby A24 thriller, which also hands Hugh Grant a terrific bad guy role.


Sony Officially Reveals PS5 Pro During PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation

Sony has finally announced the worst-kept secret in video games: the PlayStation 5 Pro. Check out all the details, including the price and its design.


Satisfactory Review in Progress

So far the 1.0 version of this factory simulator has been an unbelievably good time.


Skyrim Player Uses Real World Step Tracking Tech to Actually Walk the 7,000 Steps to High Hrothgar

One player of The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim has used real life step tracking technology and an inclined treadmill to simulate walking The 7,000 Steps up the Throat of the World to the Greybeards of High Hrothgar.


James Earl Jones’ Voice Is the Only Reason the Most Iconic Villain in Movie History Exists

To remember the legendary actor James Earl Jones, we look back on his achievements in the field of voice acting with both Darth Vader and Mufasa.


GameSir G8 Plus Bluetooth Mobile Controller Review

With impressive build quality, versatility, and customization options, the GameSir G8+ proves to be an excellent multi-platform Bluetooth controller and device deck.


Star Wars Outlaws' First Major Patch Out Now, Tweaks 'Unfair' Instant Fail Stealth Missions

Star Wars Outlaws has its first major patch. Title update 1.1.2 weighs in at 1.92GB on PS5, 2.25GB on Xbox Series X and S, and 1.89GB on PC. Check out the patch notes.


Score The Exorcist on 4K for Under $15 at Amazon

You can pick up The Exorcist's 50th Anniversary Edition 4K for just $14 right now at Amazon.


Helldivers 2 Is Giving Flame Weapons One Hell of a Buff

Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead is lifting the lid on the game’s hotly anticipated 01.001.007 update with an early look at the patch notes.


I Am Your Beast Review

I Am Your Beast is a stirring, snack-sized shoot ‘em up that succeeds in spite of its simplified story and slight progression problems.


Ex-PlayStation Chief Criticized for Saying Laid Off Developers Should ‘Drive an Uber’ or ‘Go to the Beach for a Year’

The former boss of Sony’s European PlayStation business has come under fire for saying video game developers who are laid off should drive an Uber or go to the beach for a year until the industry recovers.


25 Hardest Bosses in Black Myth: Wukong

With over 90 bosses, Black Myth: Wukong is jam-packed with challenging beasts and monsters to defeat. But not all bosses are created equal. We ranked the 25 toughest bosses that took us all the way to the brink of breaking our controllers.


Team Fortress 2 Players Make an Actual Book Out of 340,000 Anti-Bot Petition Signatures and Deliver it to Valve HQ

Team Fortress 2 players have gotten creative in the fight against the shooter's rampant bot problem by turning a 340,000 signature strong petition into an actual book and delivering it to Valve headquarters.


Deadpool & Wolverine Features a Wild Reference to Hugh Jackman's Les Misérables Character

Deadpool & Wolverine respectively stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in the leading roles and bizarrely references the latter's character in 2012 period musical Les Misérables.


Game of Thrones Author George R.R. Martin Says He's Not Made Much Winds of Winter Progress Lately as TV Shows 'Ate Up' Time

Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin has said he's made little progress lately with the latest A Song of Ice and Fire book, the infamously delayed The Winds of Winter, as his various TV shows "ate up" most of his time.


Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 to Skip Campaign Early Access

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will not offer campaign early access, Activision has confirmed. Here's why.


Space Marine 2 Sees Highest Concurrent Player Peak Ever for a Warhammer 40,000 Game on Steam

Space Marine 2 launched proper yesterday, September 9 after four days of early access, and soon shot to record-breaking success for a Warhammer 40,000 game.


Best Gaming Projector for 2024

Projectors for gaming? Don't knock it until you've played with a 100-inch screen like we have.


Best Nintendo Switch Accessories for 2024

The Switch is pretty sweet as-is, but add in some accessories like a second Nintendo Switch dock, a screen protector, and a Switch Pro Controller makes it even better.


Upcoming New Sony Spider-Man Universe Movies: 2024 Marvel Spin-Off Release Dates and Beyond

From Kraven the Hunter to Spider-Man Noir to Beyond the Spider-Verse, we break down all the movies currently in development in the Spider-Man universe.


Spider-Man 4 Director Update: Shang-Chi's Destin Daniel Cretton in Talks to Helm Next Spidey MCU Film

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings director Destin Daniel Cretton is reportedly in talks to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) to helm Spider-Man 4.


James Earl Jones, Iconic Voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa, Has Died

James Earl Jones, the distinguished actor and EGOT winner who provided the iconic voices of Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in The Lion King, died Monday morning at the age of 93, IGN has confirmed with his agent.


Rebel Ridge Ending Explained: Green Room Director Trades Physical Violence for Something More

Green Room director Jeremy Saulnier trades in his trademark brutality for something more in his new Netflix film Rebel Ridge, starring Aaron Pierre, Don Johnson and AnnaSophia Robb. Here's everything you need to know about the movie's ending and the messages within.


Minecraft Retires Mob Vote After Players 'Unionize' to Put an End to It, Promises More Frequent Updates

After over 500,000 players signed a petition to end Minecraft's annual mob vote, Mojang is retiring the tradition alongside a new (and more frequent) game update structure.


Apple iPhone 16 Event: Everything Announced

At the September iPhone Event, Apple announced a wide array of new devices, led by the iPhone 16 and the Apple Watch Series 10.


Pokémon TCG: Full Release Schedule for 2024

There's more Pokémon Trading Card Game sets coming out than ever before this year, here's everything you need to know.


iPhone 16 Series Announced Featuring a New Camera Button, AI Integration, and Faster Processor

Apple has revealed the iPhone 16 series for the first time, including the colors, updated camera control, and much more. Here's everything you need to know about the iPhone 16, which releases on September 20.


Apple Watch Series 10 Announced: 'Thinnest Ever' Apple Watch With "Biggest Display'

The newly-redesigned Apple Watch Series 10 has been officially revealed. Touted as the "thinnest ever" Apple Watch with the "biggest display," it will start at $399 and be available on September 20.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s First Update Detailed

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 publisher Focus Interactive and developer Saber Interactive have detailed the game’s first update.


Valve Shooter Deadlock Already Has a Cheater Problem

Valve shooter Deadlock already has a cheater problem, with clips posted online showing players curving bullets around walls, automatically targeting enemies, and more.


Destiny 2 Set for ‘Major Changes’ as Bungie Battles to Win Back Players

Destiny 2 is set for what developer Bungie has called “major changes” as it works to win back players amid troubling times at the studio.


As PS5 Pro Rumors Swirl, Sony Announces PS5 Technical Presentation Hosted by Mark Cerny

Sony has announced a PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation hosted by Mark Cerny, in which the company is expected to announce the PS5 Pro. Check here for all the details.


Nintendo Says Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Was Almost Called Tears of the Dragon

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was almost called Tears of the Dragon, famed Nintendo developer and Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma has revealed.


Astro Bot End Credits Spark Cameo DLC Speculation

Astro Bot’s end credits thank the various third-party developers and publishers who licensed their characters for use as cameo bots — including those currently not in the game.


Save on Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2 for PC on Launch Day

You can score a nice 13% discount on Space Marine 2 for PC right now at Green Man Gaming.


Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Has Huge $110 Million Opening Weekend

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice had a massive $110 million opening weekend, marking the second-biggest September debut of all-time.


Carmen Sandiego Game Announced for Netflix, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

Gameloft and HarperCollins Productions have announced Carmen Sandiego, a new single-player puzzle-adventure game relaunch of the popular edutainment hit from the 1980's and 1990's.This one will be based on that original version of the IP (though it does visually resemble the Netflix show, and on a related note, the publishers note that a live-action Carmen Sandiego movie is also in the works at Netflix), and it will launch first on Netflix in Q1 of 2025, and will follow later in the same quarter for PC (via Steam), PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.Gameloft and HarperCollins say there will be a story-driven campaign and "classic modes."


Super Mario Party Jamboree Learns the Right Lessons from Superstars

Super Mario Party Jamboree looks to combine all the learnings from both Super and Superstars into one new ultimate party package, and based on our time with it so far, it has the potential to be the best original Mario Party game in over 15 years. Check out our hands-on preview impressions.


Baldur's Gate 3 Modder Unlocks Complete Dev Toolkit to Create Entirely New Campaigns and Content

One Baldur's Gate 3 player has already unlocked Larian Studios' complete developer toolkit meaning modders can now create fully custom content and campaigns in the Dungeons & Dragons based role-playing game.


First 90 Minutes of Silent Hill 2 Remake Appear Online

The first 90 minutes of Bloober Team's Silent Hill 2 remake has appeared online ahead of its October 8, 2024 release date.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Players Having Awkward Pre-Mission Standoffs Because Two of the Same Class Can’t Play Together

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2's co-op Operations mode prevents players from picking the same class as each other, resulting in some awkward standoffs pre-mission. Thankfully, the developer has said a fix is incoming.


Andrew Garfield Insists He's Not in the MCU's Spider-Man 4

The Amazing Spider-Man star Andrew Garfield has denied he's returning in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Spider-Man 4.


Pokémon TCG: Surging Sparks Is Up For Preorder At Best Buy

Pokémon TCG: Surging Sparks is finally up for preorder at Best Buy, so grab your ETBs, Booster boxes and more!


Space Marine 2 is a Next-Gen Xbox 360 Shooter in The Best Way Possible

Space Marine 2’s Xbox 360-style simplicity is a sweet relief from modern AAA's obsession with overstuffed open worlds.


Peacemaker Season 2 Arrives in the Second Half of 2025

Peacemaker Season 2 is arriving in the second half of 2025 after the July 11 release of Superman, DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has announced.


Divisive Minecraft Movie Trailer Remade in Animated Style — and Fans Love It

After the divisive live-action mixed with CGI Minecraft movie trailer came out, some fans wondered why it wasn’t fully animated instead. Now, one fan has done just that.


FX Series Shōgun Breaks Emmy Record With 14 Awards for a Single Season

The feudal Japan-set FX series Shōgun has won 14 Primetime Emmy awards and set a new record for the most earned by a single season of TV.


Rock Star Tells Rockstar to ‘Go F*** Yourself’ After ‘Extremely Low’ Offer to Use Hit Song in GTA 6

A founding member of British synth-pop band Heaven 17 has alleged Rockstar offered $7,500 to use their hit song Temptation in Grand Theft Auto 6 — a figure he has flat out rejected.


Best Deals on a Thrustmaster Eswap X2 Elden Ring Edition and Hands On Impressions

Piece by piece, we take apart the components of this reconfigurable controller, and its potential to sidestep skill-checks in Elden Ring.


The Life of Chuck Review

The director of Doctor Sleep ambitiously adapts a much gooier Stephen King story, but he can’t bring its philosophical musings to life.


Streaming Rewind: Big Week For Adaptations, Meltdowns and Shows No One Saw Coming

From George R.R. Martin taking swings at House of the Dragon to Beetlejuice: The Animated Series making its triumphant streaming debut, here's what was new and notable in streaming this week.


Did Halloween Horror Nights Use a Glorified Chucky Ad To Reveal the Show's Fate?

Halloween Horror Nights 2024 may have some hidden secrets in its Late Night with Chucky Live Show so far as the USA Network series is concerned. Could we see Chucky renewed soon?


Tim Burton Is Legendary, But How Many Great Movies Has He Actually Made?

Tim Burton may be a beloved director, but how many good movies has he actually made? We take a deep dive into Burton's very uneven filmography.


Astro Bot: Has PlayStation Finally Found Its Mascot Character?

We visit Team Asobi's headquarters in Japan to discuss the creation of Astro Bot, the new face of PlayStation consoles and star of a brand-new game.


Does Max Have a Free Trial in 2024?

There is no free trial for Max, but there is now a way to access its streaming library through an unexpected service.


With Concord's Servers Now Closed, Fans Wonder If It'll Return as Free-to-Play. At Least One Expert Has Doubts

Following the closure of Concord's servers on Friday, fans are debating its potential future as a free-to-play game, though at least one expert thinks it could be unsalvageable.


Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP Review

The Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP is a fantastic 1440p OLED monitor with a 480Hz refresh rate aimed directly at competitive gamers. It offers top-tier performance and a picture to die for.


Orlando Bloom Wants to Return to Lord of the Rings, Isn't Sure How: 'I Guess With AI You Can Do Anything'

Legolas actor Orlando Bloom is the latest Lord of the Rings actor to say that he'd be open to reprising their iconic role for the new movies, but Bloom thinks he'd need some help to pull off the immortal elf.


Unlocking Black Myth: Wukong's Secret Ending Is Legendarily Convoluted

Like many of the games it’s inspired by, Black Myth: Wukong has an unlockable secret ending – but you’ll need to complete a long list of tasks if you want to see it for yourself.


Dr Disrespect Returns to Streaming to Angrily Deny That He Sent Explicit Messages or Images to a Minor

In his first stream since accusations emerged in June that he had been banned from Twitch for sending explicit messages to a minor, Guy Beahm, aka Dr Disrespect, heatedly claimed that the messages were not sexually explicit and that he "shouldn't even be banned from Twitch."


Roblox Developer's Conference 2024: Everything Announced

During the Roblox Developers Conference 2024 keynote, CEO David Baszucki revealed Roblox's future plans, including a big push in the area of generative AI, support for Parties, and an updated Creator Affiliate Program.


The 2024 LEGO Advent Calendars Are Now Available

The LEGO advent calendars for 2024 are now available. You can choose between Star Wars, Spider-Man, Harry Potter, Disney, or LEGO City or Friends.


Baldur's Gate 3 Player Finds Scrapped Evil Ending in Patch 7 That's Hilariously Anticlimactic

As Baldur's Gate 3 fans scramble to find all the secrets in the RPG's absolutely massive Patch 7, released on PC this week, one player has found a scrapped evil ending that's, well, a little anticlimatic.


Starfield's New Planet Has Over 50 New Locations, Bethesda Reveals

Bethesda has celebrated Starfield’s first birthday by sharing some new details on upcoming expansion Shattered Space.


Look into My Eyes Review

Subtle and intuitive, this A24 documentary about NYC psychics asks all the right questions.


Best Reading Tablets: Get the Right Tablet for Your Books and Comics

You can read your books on any tablet, but if you want the best experience, these are the tablets you should aim for.


Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Open Beta Gets Significant Changes for Weekend 2

Developer Treyarch has made some significant changes to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 as the open beta heads into Weekend 2. Check out the patch notes.


Where to Buy the Astro Bot-Themed PS5 DualSense Controller

Everything you need to know to buy the PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller Astro Bot Limited Edition, including how much it costs, where it's available, and more.


Best Capture Card for PS5

While you can do basic content capture on the PS5, getting one of the best capture cards for PS5 will really up your streaming game.


Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 7 Is Not the Final Update, Larian Confirms — but It Doesn’t Want to Talk About What’s Coming Just Yet

Baldur’s Gate 3’s game-changing Patch 7 was seen as developer Larian drawing a line under the phenomenally popular Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game, but the developer has said there’s more to come.


Street Fighter 6 Now on 4 Million Sales, Matching Mortal Kombat 1

Street Fighter 6 has now sold over four million copies, Capcom has announced. The sales milestone comes 15 months after the fighting game went on sale in June 2023 across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.


We Called Them Giants: Preview One of the Biggest New Graphic Novels of Fall 2024

We Called Them Giants is one of the biggest new graphic novel releases still to come in 2024, and we've got an exclusive preview of this gorgeous fantasy epic.


The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power — Who Is Tom Bombadil?

Prime Video's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has just introduced Tom Bombadil, a fan-favorite character who has been an enigma for nearly a century.


Lady Gaga Reveals Joker: Folie a Deux Stars Sometimes ‘Would Just Tear the Script Up and Start All Over’

Joker: Folie a Deux star Lady Gaga and director Todd Phillips have revealed the film’s script would sometimes be ripped to shreds and restarted, even during filming.


Fans Wave Goodbye to PlayStation Flop Concord as It Goes Dark — Maybe Forever

Concord is set to shut down today, September 6, and what players the game has remaining are waving goodbye to a shooter they were only able to play for two weeks.


UK Deals: Save 15% on PlayStation Network Gift Cards Today at Currys

You can save big on PlayStation Gift Cards in the UK today using this promo code, here's all you need to know.


Best SD Card Deals Today: Perfect for Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and More

These are the absolute best SD Card deals right now for Switch and Steam Deck, including a 1TB card for $66.49.


Dress to Impress Codes (September 2024)

Use these working and active Dress to Impress codes to claim free rewards in DTI, including clothes, shoes, and accessories.


Microsoft Confirms Xbox Broadcast for Tokyo Game Show 2024

Microsoft has announced a return to the Tokyo Game Show later this month with a special Xbox broadcast event.


All Free Monopoly GO Dice Links (September 2024)

Earn free dice with these active and working Monopoly GO dice roll links!


Here Are Some Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Hands On Impressions and the Best Aussie Deals

Everything you need to know to preorder Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, including what comes in each edition, how much it costs, when it releases, and more.


Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: Is There a Post-Credits Scene?

Does Tim Burton and Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice have a post-credits scene? We've got the spoiler-free answer right here!


Space Marine 2 Slammed With Server Troubles as Focus Entertainment Says It's Aware of 'Technical Issues'

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 is off to a strong start on Steam despite still being in early access, but its release is being marred by players struggling to join servers and other technical problems.


Jack Black Seems Like He’s in Every New Video Game Movie (Even if He’s Not)

Jack Black showed up in the A Minecraft Movie trailer. Another video game adaptation for the actor? Must be a day that ends in Y.


Karlach Is Trending on X/Twitter After Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 7 Because Her New Evil Ending Is 'Absolutely Metal'

Larian Studios dropped its highly anticipated Patch 7 on PC today, and with it comes a slew of new cinematics for players doing evil runs. While fans hop back into the RPG and discover the new content, one origin character's new evil ending is getting a particular amount of attention.


Best GPU 2024: Pick the Best Graphics Card For Your Gaming PC

If you're looking for the best graphics card, whether it's Nvidia GeForce, AMD Radeon, or Intel Arc, this guide will help you decide on the best GPU for 1080p, 1440p, or 4K gaming.


Concord Will Remain in Prime Video's Secret Level Despite Game's Sudden Cancellation - Source

Concord has officially been canceled, but Prime Video still plans to include it in the initial batch of episodes this season, a source tells IGN.


NBA 2K25 Review in Progress

There are still gaps in its game, but so far solid fundamentals and a willingness to adapt have helped this year's iteration.


PS5 Pro Design May Have Been Secretly Revealed in PlayStation 30th Anniversary Image

Sony may have just given gaming fans a sneak peek at the design of what is being referred to as the PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro) after months of rumors.


Shinji Mikami and Goichi Suda React to Tango Gameworks' Liberation and Share Details on the Shadows of the Damned Remaster

In a new interview with IGN, former Tango Gameworks studio head Shinji Mikami and Grasshopper Manufacture founder Goichi Suda talked Shadows of the Damned, their desire to remake Killer 7, and the liberation of Mikami's former studio.


South Park Creators Reveal Why They're Skipping the 2024 Election

South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone revealed in a new interview why they're skipping the 2024 election cycle, with new episodes not coming until 2025.


The Front Room Review

Though it features delightfully weird visuals and a stellar turn by Hunter, The Front Room can’t find its identity, both on-screen and in its own marketing.


How Will PS5 Price Increases in Japan Impact the PS5 Pro Price? What the Experts are Saying

Sony’s price hike on the PlayStation 5 in Japan comes as rumors swirl that the company is on the cusp of announcing an even more expensive console in a PS5 Pro. What’s Sony thinking jacking up console prices now, and how will it impact the Pro? I asked professional analysts to explain.


NBA 2K25 Bug Has Players Competing With Clones of Their Own MyPlayer

NBA 2K25 players are encountering a somewhat hilarious but very frustrating bug that sees their own MyPlayer character cloned and competing against or alongside them.


Deadpool & Wolverine Director Would Occasionally Have to Shout for 'Fresh Lube on Hugh'

Hugh Jackman has recalled one particularly bizarre direction that Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy would occasionally have to shout on set: "Fresh lube on Hugh."


The Shure MV6 is the Affordable Pro-Style Mic You’ve Been Waiting For

The Shure MV6 is an affordable and excellent dynamic USB microphone, and its built-in DSP allows it to excel without breaking the bank.


Guardians of the Galaxy Leads Humble Choice for September 2024

Just $11.99 gets you a Humble Choice subscription, which this month offers a fine batch of PC games, including Guardians of the Galaxy, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake, and more.


Secretlab Magnus Pro Review

The Secretlab Magnus Pro is a brilliant standing desk with strong fundamentals and truly exceptional organization for cables and power strips.


Amazon Announces Prime Gaming September 2024 Lineup

Amazon has announced the September 2024 Prime Gaming lineup (Prime Gaming is a benefit of Amazon Prime membership).


Helldivers 2 Dev Responds to ‘Mostly Negative’ Steam Rating With the Promise of Patch That Makes ‘Significant Changes’

Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has acknowledged the game’s plummeting Steam user review rating by outlining plans for a patch that makes what it called “significant changes.”


You Can Now Get Pokémon’s Trick or Trade Booster Bundle for Halloween

You can now pick up Pokémon's Trick or Trade Booster Bundle for $14.99, just in time for Halloween.


Usagi Yojimbo Gets an Amazing New Figure From Dark Horse

Dark Horse is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Usagi Yojimbo with the release of a new figure depicting the rabbit ronin in full battle armor.


Baldur’s Gate 3’s Long-Awaited Patch 7 Out Now on PC Alongside Massive Patch Notes

Baldur’s Gate 3’s long-awaited Patch 7, which marks something of an end for Larian’s blockbuster Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game, is finally out now on PC alongside lengthy patch notes.


Best Xbox Series X/S Gaming Headsets 2024: Immerse Yourself in Your Xbox Games

Get ready to buy the perfect headset for your Xbox Series X and S from our best list for 2024.


Does Michael Keaton Think Beetlejuice Is a Villain?

Tim Burton, Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder talk bringing back the Ghost With the Most (and Lydia Deetz!) after 36 years for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.


Astro Bot Review

A fantastically inventive platformer in its own right, Astro Bot is particularly special for anyone with a place in their heart for PlayStation.


Arcane Season 2 Trailer Offers Another Glimpse at the League of Legends Animation

Netflix has released another trailer for Arcane Season 2, the League of Legends animated series coming to a close this November.


Voice Actor Strike Makes Progress as Last Sentinel Dev Becomes First to Sign AI Protection Agreement

The video game voice actor strike has made progress as Last Sentinel developer Lightspeed LA has become the first to sign the union's agreement promising better rights for actors and protections against artificial intelligence.


Star Wars Outlaws Director 'A Little Disappointed' by Its Review Scores but Vows to Improve the Game

Star Wars Outlaws director Julian Gerighty has admitted to being a "little disappointed" in the Ubisoft game's review scores but has committed to making it better.


State of Decay 3 Becomes Focus for Undead Labs as It Moves on From State of Decay 2

State of Decay developer Undead Labs has signaled the end of content updates for State of Decay 2 as it moves to focus on the upcoming State of Decay 3.


Sony Doesn't Have Enough Original Franchises Built From the Ground Up, Executive Says

In a new interview, executive Hiroki Totoki said that he believes Sony's overall lack of homegrown franchises is an "issue" for the company, leading fans to become nostalgic for PS3 classics like Infamous.


Sony Doesn't Have Enough Original Franchises Build From the Ground Up, Executive Says

In a new interview, executive Hiroki Totoki said that he believes Sony's overall lack of homegrown franchises is an "issue" for the company, leading fans to become nostalgic for PS3 classics like Infamous.


How Mass Effect Became a Board Game

IGN chats with the designers of the upcoming Mass Effect: The Board Game – Priority: Hagalaz about what goes into turning a hit video game franchise into a board game.


Little Nightmares 3: The First Preview

We played Little Nightmares 3 and found that it's disquieting in the way horror should be while being an engaging co-op game that motivates you to push through the tension to see what's around the next corner.


Twilight Animated Series Moving Forward at Netflix as Midnight Sun Adaptation

Netflix has greenlit a Twilight animated series that will cover the events of author Stephenie Meyer’s 2020 retelling, Midnight Sun.


Upcoming New Video Game Movies and TV Shows: 2024 Release Dates and Beyond

From The Legend of Zelda to the second seasons of The Last of Us and Fallout, here's every video game adaptation that's coming to the big and small screen!


It Looks Like a Highly Anticipated Enemy Faction Is Finally Coming to Helldivers 2 Soon

Helldivers 2 fans may soon have a new war to fight, as some players suspect that the Illuminate faction will make its long-awaited debut shortly.


George R.R. Martin Slams House of the Dragon Season 2 Change From the Book, Warns of More 'Toxic' Changes to Come

George R.R. Martin has written a blog post criticizing one of the big changes made from the source material in House of the Dragon Season 2, also warning of more "toxic" changes to come.


Joker: Folie à Deux Review

Despite the best efforts of Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, and an opening hour set in Arkham Asylum, Joker: Folie à Deux wastes its potential.


Joker: Folie à Deux Filmmakers Explain Harvey Dent, Respecting the Comics, and Answering the First Movie's Questions

Prior to the world premiere of Joker: Folie à Deux at the Venice Film Festival, director Todd Phillips and screenwriter Scott Silver spoke to select press about the highly anticipated sequel to their 2019 DC blockbuster.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Review

It may not break the mold, but this beautiful sequel's brutal combat just feels great. 


Rebel Ridge Review

Green Room director Jeremy Saulnier returns with a terrific Netflix thriller


Scalpers Are Trying to Upsell Concord After Sony Pulled It From Sale

Scalpers are currently trying to sell physical copies of Concord for much more than its recommended retail price after Sony pulled the hero shooter from sale just 11 days after launch.


Sektor’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatality Channels Marvel’s Iron Man, Heads Out of This World

Mortal Kombat 1 developer NetherRealm has released a gameplay trailer for upcoming DLC character Sektor, showing off her Fatality and Animality.


The Best 4K Smart TVs for 2024

If money is no object and you want the best 4K TVs money can possibly buy, you've come to the right place.


Beetlejuice Goes Hawaiian: The Bonkers Sequel That Could’ve Been Great

As Tim Burton's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice finally arrives, we look back at the sequel that almost happened decades ago.


Acer Nitro Blaze 7 Officially Announced: Complete Specs and Other Details for Acer's Steam Deck Competitor

The Acer Nitro Blaze 7 was officially announced at IFA 2024 as a competitor to the Steam Deck, ROG Ally X, and more. While the Blaze 7's price and release date has not yet been announced, Acer did take the wraps off the specs for the new device.


No Man’s Sky Fan Art Inspired Latest Update That Finally Adds Fishing to the Game

No Man’s Sky’s Aquarius update finally adds fishing to the game after a piece of fan art stopped developer Hello Games in its tracks.


The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom – The Final Preview

So far, Echoes of Wisdom feels like it’s taking the best elements of the most beloved modern and vintage Zelda games and making them work together in a pretty clever synchronicity. Whether they’ll get along for the whole trip remains to be seen, but right now it feels like a smart move and a truly exciting way to push the classic side of the franchise towards the future.


Deadlock Fans Are Welcoming Lost Concord Players Into Their Ranks

Fans of Valve shooter Deadlock are welcoming in lost Concord players who, as of September 6, 2024, will no longer be able to access the hero shooter as Sony shuts off servers a mere two weeks after launch.


Dragon Ball MOBA Arrives in 2025

Bandai Namco has confirmed the Dragon Ball MOBA, codenamed Dragon Ball Project: Multi, will fully launch in 2025.


Assassin's Creed Shadows Brings Back Double Assassinations

Assassin's Creed players who've lamented the removal of double assassinations in recent entries will be pleased to hear the Japan-set Assassin's Creed Shadows is bringing the nasty technique back.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Global Release Times Confirmed

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 publisher Focus Interactive has confirmed the release times for the hotly anticipated action game, both for its early access and global launch across PC and console.


Ubisoft Shares Take a Hit as Analysts Predict Lower Than Expected Star Wars Outlaws Sales

Ubisoft’s share price has fallen following the launch of Star Wars Outlaws, which some analysts have said has come in below expectations.


Best Capture Card 2024

If you're looking to jump-start your streaming career, these are the best capture cards.


Concord Players Are Jumping Off Cliffs In-Game as They Desperately Grind for the Platinum Trophy Before Shutdown

Sony’s shock announcement of Concord’s shutdown just two weeks after it went on sale has sent what players the game has remaining into overdrive as they desperately try to secure its Platinum trophy before it’s too late.


The Best PC Controllers for Gaming in 2024

We all love our mouse and keyboard, but it's not ideal for all situations. For those of you who need a gamepad, here's our list of the best PC gaming controllers.


The Casting of Frank Stone Review

The Casting of Frank Stone is a dull Dead by Daylight spin-off story that’s barely worth staying up past your bedtime for.


Upcoming 4K UHD and Blu-ray Release Dates

Here you'll find the release dates for all the biggest movies and TV shows on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and digital.


Here's Your First Look at Harvey Dent, aka Two-Face, in Joker: Folie à Deux

The latest teaser for Joker: Folie à Deux includes our first official look at Harvey Dent, aka the District Attorney who eventually becomes Two-Face.


Queer Review

The former James Bond and the Challengers director tap into real and fictional tragedy.


Concord Is Suddenly Getting Pulled Offline With Sony Promising Full Refunds

Sony has announced that its PlayStation hero shooter Concord will be taken offline on September 6, 2024 and all players will receive a full refund.


Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Watch 22 Minutes of Exclusive Gameplay Diving into Exploration and More | IGN First

As we kick off Dragon Age: The Veilguard's month with IGN First, we learn tons of new details about BioWare's upcoming RPG as we journey from the Lighthouse to the Hossberg Wetlands in this extended video featuring 22 minutes of exclusive gameplay.


Breaking the Chain: The Mutts Comic Strip Gets a Graphic Novel Spinoff

Patrick McDonnell's long-running comic strip Mutts has a graphic novel spinoff. Check out an exclusive preview of Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story.


Microsoft Announces Xbox Game Pass September 2024 Wave 1 Lineup

Microsoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in September 2024, headlined by Age of Empire spin-off Age of Mythology: Retold.


Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics Coming to Xbox After All

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is coming to Xbox after all despite controversially being announced for PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC with no Microsoft console in sight.


Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game Funded in 10 Minutes

Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game from CD Projekt Red and Go On Board has reached its crowdfunding goal in a mere 10 minutes and 4 seconds.


Longlegs in 4K Is Officially Up for Preorder and on Sale, Out September 24

Longlegs is officially up for preorder right now at various retailers, releasing September 24.


Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Passed on Destiny and Guitar Hero: 'I've Made Some of the Worst Game Choice Decisions'

Xbox boss Phil Spencer has admitted he's perhaps not the best judge of what games will be successful, saying he passed over the chance to publish both Destiny and Guitar Hero in the past.


Souslike Enotria Delayed Indefinitely on Xbox Because Microsoft 'Decided to Ignore' Devs

Jyamma Games has indefinitely delayed the release of its Soulslike Enotria: The Last Song on Xbox because Microsoft "decided to ignore" it.


Agatha All Along Has Wizard of Oz Vibes, Life and Death Stakes, and Ramifications for the Larger MCU

Marvel Cinematic Universe entry Agatha All Along is a semi sequel to WandaVision debuting on Disney+ on September 18, and at D23 IGN sat down with the cast and crew, including star Kathryn Hahn, to discover its impact on the larger MCU, just how horror and high stakes it gets, and much more.


Rocksteady Reportedly Lays Off Staff Following Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Flop

Rocksteady Studios has reportedly laid off several staff members as a result of the disastrous release of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.


Is Avengers: Doomsday Secretly an Avengers vs. X-Men Movie?

Is Avengers: Doomsday secretly an Avengers vs. X-Men movie? Here's why we think the superhero battle of the ages is brewing in the MCU.


One Year Later, Larian Reflects On Baldur's Gate 3's Success, Future Plans, And Canceling DLC: "Ever Since, We've Felt Better"

A year after the release of Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios shares its thoughts on success, canceling its DLC, and working on its next game.


Batman Won't Appear in The Penguin Spin-Off Show

The Colin Farrell-led Penguin spin-off show from The Batman universe won't feature Robert Pattinson's Dark Knight.


Until Dawn Remake Developer Ballistic Moon Lays Off Several Staff

Ballistic Moon, the developer behind the PlayStation 5 and PC remake of Until Dawn, has laid off several staff members.


Avowed Has Big Stealth Archer Potential

Avowed's enjoyably sneaky ranger class could give Skyrim’s beloved stealth archer build a second wind.


Amazon Slashes The Price on Lexar 1TB Micro SD Cards, and They're Perfect for Steam Deck

Amazon has discounted one of our favorite micro SD cards for Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch. Here's all the details you need to know.


Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 7 Arrives This Week

Baldur's Gate 3's highly anticipated (and potentially final) Patch 7 comes to PC this week, developer Larian Studios has announced.


Voice Acting Legend Jennifer Hale on Video Game Strikes: 'AI Is Coming for All of Us'

Voice acting legend Jennifer Hale, who's appeared in the likes of Metal Gear Solid, Baldur's Gate, Mass Effect, and more, has commented on the ongoing video game strikes and the threat of artificial intelligence.


Famed Dragon's Dogma and Devil May Cry Director Hideaki Itsuno Leaves Capcom After 30 Years

Legendary Capcom developer Hideaki Itsuno, who most recently directed Dragon's Dogma 2 and Devil May Cry 5, has left the company after more than 30 years.


Arcane’s Phenomenal First Season on 4K Is Up for Preorder and on Sale

Arcane's first season is now available to preorder on 4K and is even on sale. It'll be available on October 8.


Students Can Score a PlayStation Portal for Just $160 at Target Today

Students can get 20% off purchases at Target at the moment, and we're recommending picking up the PlayStation Portal for $160.


Nintendo Suggests Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom Are Part of a New Zelda Timeline

Nintendo has suggested The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom aren't part of any previously confirmed Zelda timeline but instead the start of something new.


Aussie Streaming Guide: The Best T4V & Movies for September 2024

Nothing but the finest content to binge stream. All the best TV series, movies, comedy specials, docos, and more!


Wolfs Review

This Ocean’s reunion directed by Spider-Man: No Way Home's Jon Watts is a dud.


The Best Nintendo Game You've Never Heard of and Its 2024 Sequel

What’s the greatest NES game of all time? Super Mario Bros 3? Perhaps it’s Mega-Man 2, or The Legend of Zelda? What If I told you one of the Nintendo Entertainment System's greatest games was also a game you’ve (probably) never heard of? 


We Build LEGO Great Deku Tree, the First Legend of Zelda Set in LEGO History

Take a front-seat look at the building of the LEGO set based on the Great Deku Tree in The Legend of Zelda games.


A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Everything You Need to Know About the Next Game of Thrones Spinoff

Ahead of next year's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms debut, we've compiled this breakdown of everything you need to know about the next Game of Thrones spinoff.


HBO's Industry Is Proof of What Happens When You Let Shows Find Their Audience

Shows are too short and being cancelled too quickly, but HBO's Industry is proof of what happens when you give new series time to find their audience.


Concord Is Estimated to Have Sold Only 25,000 Units. Here’s Why Analysts Think It’s Failing

What happened to Concord? Why did a big Sony first-party game get sent out to die immediately? Is it actually selling badly, or are we just reading the numbers wrong? As usual when questions of this nature crop up, I asked a bunch of professional industry analysts to explain it to me.


First Borderlands 4 Concept Art Revealed at PAX West Showing Off a Glimpse of Its New Worlds

Gearbox Software attended PAX West 2024 to reveal a collection of concept art and new details for its recently announced looter-shooter sequel, Borderlands 4.


Adam Sandler: Love You Review

Saturday Night Live veteran's second Netflix comedy special arrives not a minute too soon.


The 6 Best Babyfaces in WWE and AEW | Wrestling Wrap Up

Who are the best babyfaces in wrestling -- WWE and AEW? We've got the answer in this week's Wrestling Wrap Up!


Best Buy Just Dropped the Best Labor Day Sales We've Seen So Far

Best Buy's Labor Day sale has officially kicked off, here are our favorite deals from the sale event.


Squirrel with a Gun Review

A uniquely amusing sandbox game, but it’s as shallow and short-lived as its goofy premise seems.


Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Feels Just as Vibrant As Ever in 2024

Warren Spector’s love letter to Disney was already great, but this faithful remake looks to fix its biggest flaws.


Amazon Games 'Regrets the Confusion' Over CEO's AI and Voice Actor Comments After Harsh Online Criticism

In a statement sent to IGN, Amazon Games sought to clarify remarks by Christoph Hartmann, saying that it "regrets the confusion" over his comments on voice actors and AI and calling them "essential creative contributors." SAG-AFTRA was among the groups to criticize the remarks, calling for a "direct dialogue" on how AI can be used responsibly in voice acting.


How Star Wars Outlaws Enriches the Original Trilogy Era

From the shocking secret of Zerek Besh to major Star Wars cameos, these are the ways Star Wars Outlaws builds on the classic Original Trilogy era.


James Gunn Throws Cold Water on The Batman Video Game Rumor

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has stepped in to shut down rumors that a The Batman video game is on the way.


Afraid Review

Siri goes malevolent in a Blumhouse potboiler that’s much dumber than its smart-speaker villain.


DCU Show Peacemaker Season 2 Sees Robert Patrick Return, Somehow

DCU show Peacemaker Season 2 will once again star Robert Patrick as star the father of John Cena's titular character.


The Deliverance Review

The director of Precious and The Butler struggles to pull off either the basic scares of its demonic-possession plot or the deeper ideas lurking within it


College Football 25 Update Makes a Ton of Changes

EA Sports has released a big title update for College Football 25, which makes several changes and improvements to overall gameplay and the Dynasty and Ultimate Team modes.


Terminator Zero Review

A slick, violent, focused, slightly flawed series that goes all-in on its emotional resonance.


Star Wars Outlaws Hotfix Address PC Stability Issues

Ubisoft has released a hotfix for the PC version of open world space game Star Wars Outlaws, which brings it to version 1.1.1. and aims to improve performance.


John Wick Director Chad Stahelski Adapting Joe Ledger Thriller Novels for TV

John Wick franchise director Chad Stahelski has acquired the rights to Jonathan Maberry's Joe Ledger novels with plans to turn them into a TV series.


Game of Thrones Author George R.R. Martin to Talk About 'Everything That’s Gone Wrong With House of the Dragon'

George R.R. Martin, author of the Song of Ice and Fire books on which Game of Thrones is based, plans to talk about "everything that's gone wrong with House of the Dragon."


Netflix Announces Vince McMahon Docuseries About WWE Founder's Legacy

Netflix has announced a new documentary series chronicling the rise and fall of the WWE's controversial founder, Vince McMahon.


The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Trailer Explores the Spooky Still World and Link-Like Combat

Nintendo has shared another lengthy trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, this time focusing on the spooky Still World and Link-like combat.


The Pull Rates For Pokémon's New Stellar Crown TCG Expansion Are Fantastic

Here's our review of Stellar Crown, the latest Pokémon TCG expansion including Elite Trainer Boxes, Booster Boxes and more


Castlevania Fans Already Dreaming Up Next Collection After Castlevania Dominus Collection Release

Castlevania fans may have just received the Castlevania Dominus Collection during the August 2024 Nintendo Direct but they're already thinking about the next dream collection.


DuckTales Returns in New Comic Book Series From Dynamite Entertainment

DuckTales is making a comeback as a new comic book series from Dynamite Entertainment. Check out our exclusive preview of the first issue.


Streaming Rewind | The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Returns & Why Netflix’s #1 Is A Toss Up

It's the premiere week for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Only Murders in the Building and Terminator Zero, but there is still a whole host of of streaming details to wade through!


Jeff Goldblum Says Robert Downey Jr. Marvel Return Is 'Excellent,' Is Jealous of Victor Von Doom's Name

Thor Ragnarok star Jeff Goldblum has said Robert Downey Jr's return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday is "excellent," and that he's very jealous of the baddy's name.


BBC Releasing 1,000 Episodes of One Piece in UK This Year

The BBC has acquired more than 1,000 episodes of beloved anime One Piece and plans to release it all over the coming months.


Deadlock Gets Major Patch Adding Wall Jumping and Much More

Valve has released a major patch for its invite only hero shooter Deadlock which adds wall jumping and much more.


Astro Bot Dev Apparently Thinking About a Sequel Already

PlayStation and Astro Bot developer Team Asobi are seemingly thinking about an Astro Bot sequel already, teasing a return of the modern day mascot in the PS5 game's trophies.


Final Fantasy Creator Reveals Which Entry He Thinks Is 'Most Complete', and It's Not Final Fantasy 7

Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has revealed which game in the series he thinks is "most complete," and it's not the fan favorite Final Fantasy 7.


Valve Shooter Deadlock Hits 100,000 Concurrents Despite Being Invite Only

Valve hero shooter Deadlock is a certified hit on Steam, somehow crossing 100,000 concurrent players while still being invite only.


Reanimal Is Another Little Nightmare That I’m Excited To Suffer

Reanimal sees Little Nightmares creator Tarsier Studios mutate its familiar formula with the scariest animals you’ve ever seen.


Pauline Is Playable in Super Mario Party Jamboree

Nintendo has confirmed everyone's favorite mayor and lounge singer Pauline is a playable character in Super Mario Party Jamboree.


Visions of Mana Dev Reportedly Being Shut Down by NetEase

Chinese video game company NetEase has reportedly laid off most staff at Visions of Mana developer Ouka Studios with plans to shut it down altogether.


Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Confirms Console Performance Specs, Crossplay and Cross-Save Details, and More

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 publisher Focus Entertainment has answered a number of burning questions fans had about the soon-to-be released action game in a FAQ that addresses everything from console performance specs to cross-play.


Every Legend of Zelda Game for the Switch Is On Sale for Labor Day

You can now grab Nintendo's 2023 masterpiece The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $20 off, the Switch game's lowest price since release.


Diablo 2's Runewords are Being Resurrected in Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred

During their livestream today, Blizzard announced a rather unexpected feature will be returning to Diablo 4 with Vessel of Hatred: Runewords.


KAOS Review

End of the F**king World creator's Greek mythology show is not quite legendary


Amazon Has Coupons Hidden Deep In Its Labor Day Sale

We found a bunch of great Labor Day deals at Amazon that you can only take advantage of if you clip the coupons on the page. Full details inside.


Black Myth: Wukong Xbox Delay Due to Sony Exclusivity Deal, Not Tech Issues, According to Source

A knowledgeable source tells IGN that Black Myth: Wukong's delay on Xbox is not due to tech issues, but rather due to an exclusivity deal that neither Game Science nor Sony have publicized.


Control and Alan Wake TV and Movies on the Way Thanks to New Annapurna and Remedy Partnership

It's a good day for fans of the Alan Wake and Control universes. Remedy Entertainment announced today it's partnering with Annapurna Interactive to work on film, TV, and "other audiovisual formats" based on these franchises...as well as help fund the upcoming Control 2.


Jurassic World Rebirth Title Confirmed Alongside Host of Plot Details, Set Five Years After Dominion

Universal Pictures has unveiled a batch of new details and images from Gareth Edwards’ star-studded Jurassic Park movie, which is now officially titled Jurassic World Rebirth.


The Best Nintendo Switch Games Are on Sale Ahead of Labor Day

Prices are slashed on some of the biggest Nintendo Switch games going into the holiday weekend. Save now on Tears of the Kingdom, Animal Crossing, and Super Mario Bros.


Barry Keoghan Joins Cast of Netflix's Peaky Blinders Movie

Oscar-nominee Barry Keoghan is the latest actor to join the cast of Netflix's Peaky Blinders movie.


Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Will Seemingly Usurp Baldur's Gate 3 as the Game With the Longest Script

Baldur's Gate 3 currently holds the world record for the video game with the longest script, but Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 will seemingly take that award for itself when it launches in 2025.


My Hero Academia: You're Next - Exclusive English Dub Voice Cast and North American Poster Revealed

IGN can exclusively reveal the English dub voice cast and new poster for the North American theatrical release of My Hero Academia: You’re Next. The film is set after the conclusion of My Hero Academia Season 6 and right before the final battle between its heroes and villains.


Marvel Shares First Official Look at Thunderbolts and Daredevil: Born Again After Comic-Con and D23 Leaks

Marvel Studios has offered a first official look at the upcoming Thunderbolts movie and the Daredevil: Born Again Disney+ show after footage from both projects leaked online from Comic-Con and D23.


Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Director Reflects on 'Full Circle Moment' Involving Shadow

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 director Jeff Fowler has shared the significance behind his involvement in bringing Shadow to the big screen.


ConcernedApe Hasn’t Worked on Haunted Chocolatier ‘In a Long Time’ Because of Troublesome Console and Mobile Ports of Stardew Valley 1.6

It sounds like the console and mobile ports of Stardew Valley’s massive 1.6 update are proving troublesome — so much so that developer Eric Barone, aka ConcernedApe, hasn’t worked on his follow-up game “in a long time.”


James Bond Producers Reportedly Meeting With Potential Directors for 007's Next Outing

The search for the next James Bond director is still in progress, but meetings are reportedly taking place with several candidates.


UK Deals: Hundreds Slashed Off Gaming Laptops And The Best Star Wars Bundle

This isn't a Jedi Mind Trick, here's some fantastic Gaming Laptop deals and the best way to play Classic Star Wars games.


Couple Has Black Ops 6 Themed Wedding at Call of Duty Next Event

Two Twitch streamers got married at a Black Ops 6 themed wedding outside the Call of Duty Next event in Washington, D.C.


Black Myth: Wukong Patch 1.0.8.14860 Makes Some Crucial Fixes, and Nerfs One Boss in Particular

The Black Myth: Wukong updates are starting to kick into gear following its record-breaking launch. Today we have patch 1.0.8.14860, out across PC and PlayStation 5.


Concord is Another High-Profile Victim of AAA’s Painfully Long Development Time

As development time for AAA video games continue to stretch on, games like Concord become victims of the time spent in development, rather than benefiting from the added time.


Like a Dragon: Yakuza Live Action Series Shares First Look at Kiryu in Iconic Grey Suit

Yakuza developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and Amazon Prime Video have shared a first look at Kiryu Kazuma in his iconic grey suit in the upcoming Like a Dragon: Yakuza live action series.


Monster Hunter Doesn't Leave Room for a Dino Crisis Reboot, Creator Shinki Mikami Says

The popularity of Monster Hunter doesn't leave room for a reboot or remake of beloved PlayStation game Dino Crisis, its creator Shinji Mikami has said.


Atomfall Isn’t British Fallout, It’s Something Much More Interesting

Atomfall may look like a British Fallout on the surface, but it's actually a much more interesting detective/survival game hybrid.


The First Descendant Update 1.1.0 Goes Live, Kicking Off Season 1 Invasion

The First Descendant’s big 1.1.0 update is now live across PC via Steam, Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. It kicks off Invasion, Season 1 of Nexon’s popular free-to-play looter shooter. Check out the patch notes.


The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 Premiere Review

Prime Video's Tolkien adaptation has too many plots and not enough character development in its new season's first three episodes.


Amandla Stenberg Wasn't Shocked by The Acolyte's Cancellation, Reflects on 'Rampage of Vitriol' Around the Show

Amandla Stenberg opened up about their feelings in the wake of Star Wars: The Acolyte's cancellation, thanking fans for their support while reflecting on the "rampage of vitriol" that surrounded the series before it even arrived on Disney Plus.


Call of Duty Next: Everything Announced for Black Ops 6 and Warzone

COD: Next 2024 dropped in with new details about what to expect from Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Zombies, multiplayer, Warzone, and much, much more.


Guilty Gear Strive Switch Edition Appears to Have Leaked Thanks to a Banner Spotted at PAX West

Guilty Gear Strive seems to be getting a much asked-for release on the Nintendo Switch, at least according to a giant banner hanging up at PAX West in Seattle today.


Blizzard Addresses Controversial Leveling Changes in World of Warcraft: The War Within

Earlier this week, Blizzard announced changes to how leveling from level 70 to 80 will work in recently-released World of Warcraft expansion, The War Within. And now, after criticism from players, developers are reassuring that the overall impact to leveling time will be "minimal."


Reddit Is Currently Down, Platform Says Issue Is Being Investigated

Reddit is currently down, sending users flocking to other platforms in search news, memes, and other entertainment. According to Reddit's status account, the outage is currently being investigated amid reports of "degraded performance."


Upcoming New Marvel Movies for 2024: Release Dates for Phase 5 and 6

Here's a look at every upcoming Marvel movie and TV show we know about -- from Blade to Avengers: Secret Wars and everything in between!


How to Watch The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 – Episode Release Schedule and Streaming

Wondering how to watch The Rings of Power: Season 2? We have all the information on the new season of Prime Video's Lord of the Rings series, from episode release dates to streaming status.


Marathon Director Was Fired Following Misconduct Investigation at Bungie - Report

New details have emerged concerning the departure of Marathon's previous director, who was reportedly fired following an investigation into workplace misconduct.


The Thing Revealed in Leaked Fantastic Four: First Steps Set Photos

A leaked photo from the set of The Fantastic Four: First Steps has revealed a behind-the-scenes look at what Ben Grimm a.k.a. The Thing will look like in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).


World First Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Nuke Achieved Before the Beta Even Launches

A streamer has achieved the world first Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 nuke, offering a glimpse of what it looks like to get one of the game's most impressive killstreak rewards.


The Witcher 4 Entering Full Production 'Very Soon'

The Witcher 4, currently in development at CD Projekt under the codename Polaris, is entering full production "very soon."


CD Projekt 'Definitely' Planning More Cyberpunk 2077 Animation Projects

CD Projekt has renewed hopes for Cyberpunk Edgerunners Season 2 after saying it is "definitely" planning more animation projects set with the Cyberpunk 2077 universe.


Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Review

Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Jenna Ortega have fun, even if they're all off in separate movies that barely overlap.


Sony Announces PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for September 2024

Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for September 2024, all playable for subscribers from September 3.


RGG Summit Showcase to Reveal Next Yakuza/Like a Dragon Game in September

Yakuza/Like a Dragon developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio will reveal the next game in the franchise in an RGG Summit showcase in September 2024.


Original Star Fox Developer Argonaut Games Returns With Croc Remaster

Argonaut Games, the legendary developer who helped Nintendo make the original Star Fox, is back with a remaster of Croc.


How to Play the Batman Arkham Games in Chronological Order

Wondering how to play the Batman Arkham games in order? We're here to help with a breakdown of the Arkhamverse's chronology.


The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3 is Going to Hell (Literally)

The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3 trailer turns up the heat on Vax, Vex, Keyleth, Pike, Scanlan, Percy, Grog and all of their friends as the party heads to hell and sorts out the looming threat of the Chroma Conclave.


The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3 Trailer Sends Ragtag Group to Hell and Back

The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3 has an action-packed new trailer, offering a glimpse of the beloved band of misfits' latest adventures.


The Biggest Single-Player Game of the Year Already Has a Discount for PC

You can save 10% on both the Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions of Black Myth: Wukong right now at Green Man Gaming.


Astro Bot-Themed PS5 DualSense Controller Is Up for Preorder

Everything you need to know to buy the PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller Astro Bot Limited Edition, including how much it costs, where it's available, and more.


Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - The First Preview

With its QTE-infused battles, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 looks like an exciting and long-overdue buff for turn-based RPG combat.


Metaphor ReFantazio Is a Brilliant Evolution of Persona And SMT

Atlus is doing what it does best by bringing what we love about Persona to a fascinating, politically charged fantasy world in its new RPG Metaphor ReFantazio.


Skin Police: Preview the Hyper-Violent Sci-Fi Dystopia From Oni Press

Check out our exclusive preview of Skin Police, a new sci-fi series from Oni Press that combines a Blade Runner-esque premise with copious amounts of blood and gore.


The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 Review

Prime Video's Tolkien adaptation offers some dramatic action and deep pathos, but is dragged down by extraneous plots and characters.


Astro Bot Director Leaves Door Open for PC Version, Shuts Down PlayStation VR2

The director of PlayStation 5 exclusive Astro Bot has left the door open to a potential PC version but shut down any chance of it coming to Sony's virtual reality headset PlayStation VR2.


Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster Is Up for Preorder

Everything you need to know to preorder the new Suikoden I & II HD Remaster, coming to all major gaming platforms in March 2025.


Union Staff at Call of Duty Developer Raven Software File 'Bad Faith Bargaining' Complaint Against Activision and Microsoft

Employees at Call of Duty support studio Raven Software, who formed the first Activision Blizzard union in 2022, have filed a complaint against the developer, Activision, and new parent company Microsoft.


UK Deals: Save £100s with Game Pass and Steam Bundles

Snag an Xbox Series Controller, Game Pass Ultimate and Steam Game Bundles at massive discounts.


Greedfall 2 Developers Are Going on Strike, Allege Studio Management Treats Workers Like ‘Galley Slaves’

The developers of upcoming fantasy role-playing game Greedfall 2 have announced plans to strike in protest of management just a few weeks before the game comes out.


Square Enix to Double Down on Xbox Releases, Final Fantasy 14 Producer Says

Final Fantasy 16 producer and 14 director Naoki Yoshida has said Square Enix is looking to double down on Xbox releases, after its focus on PlayStation exclusivity led to a financial dip.


ConcernedApe Explains Why He Really Wants Pam in a Potential Stardew Valley Crossover With Fortnite

Stardew Valley is no stranger to nods to other games. Among other references, Patch 1.6 has a well-placed Terraria easter egg. Nevertheless, Stardew Valley has never really appeared in another games, though creator Eric Barone aka ConcernedApe definitely has some ideas in that front.


Star Wars Outlaws Patch 1.000.002 Is Stranding Some PS5 Players in Space, Forcing Them to Start New Saves

Star Wars Outlaws won't fully release until August 30, but some players who paid for early access are being forced to start new saves after Update 1.000.002 stranded them in space.


Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 PC Requirement Revealed

Activision has detailed the system requirements for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 ahead of its closed beta test this weekend.


Ticket to Ride Board Game Buying Guide and Expansions

Everything you need to know to play Ticket to Ride and its many alternate versions, expansions, and even digital editions.


Project Dragon Renamed Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Releasing in Spring 2025 - Nintendo Direct

Rune Factory: Project Dragon finalls has an official name and release window, thanks to a Nintendo Partner Direct today. It's now called Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, and it's coming out in spring of next year.


Borderlands Movie Digital Release Date Announced Less Than a Month After It Hit Theaters

The Borderlands movie has set a digital release date of August 30, 2024, less than one month after it premiered in theaters. Viewers who opted out of the theater experience can purchase the film for $24.99 and rent for a 48-hour period for $19.99 on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Fandango at Home.


Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2 Post-Launch Roadmap Includes New Maps, a Horde Mode, and More

Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2 developer Saber Interactive has finally confirmed what fans can expect from its seasonal post-launch content model.


Star Wars: Ahsoka Fans Finally Decipher Cryptic Message That Might Give Clue to Season 2 Events

Star Wars: Ahsoka fans have uncovered a secret message after translating some runes featured in the premiere, offering a potential clue to the plot of Season 2.


Legend of Heroes Fans Shocked by Blink and You'll Miss It Trails in the Sky Remake Nintendo Direct Announcement

In a blink and you'll miss it reveal during today's Nintendo Direct, Nihon Falcom announced The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st, a full 3D remake of the RPG that helped spawn that massive franchise for the Nintendo Switch.


Don't Miss Out On These Incredible Deals in Woot's Video Game Summer Sale

Woot's Video Game Summer Sale is live with discounts on games, controllers, and so much more. Have a look before it ends on September 2.


Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster Reemerges with a March Release Date

After an unexpected delay and quietly vanishing for a year, Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster has reemerged with a new release date of March 6, 2025.


Castlevania Dominus Collection Shadow Dropping on Switch With Multiple Classic DS Games - Nintendo Direct

Castlevania Dominus Collection is launching on Nintendo Switch, bringing with it DS classics Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin, Order of Ecclesia, as well as Haunted Castle.


Balatro Friends of Jimbo Deals a Hand of Collaborations With Witcher, Among Us, and More

Today, Nintendo's Indie World Showcase opened with a treat for Balatro fans. The game is getting collaborations with four exciting properties later today: The Witcher, Vampire Survivors, Dave the Diver, and Among Us.


Nintendo Direct August 2024: Everything Announced

The August 27, 2024 Nintendo Direct has begun and IGN has you covered with the biggest and best news (and everything else) revealed.


Deadpool & Wolverine Deleted Scene Shows Gambit Lives, Teasing Potential Future in the MCU

Ryan Reynolds has tweeted a high quality version of a Deadpool & Wolverine scene that is hard to make out in cinemas — and in the process sent Gambit fans into speculation overdrive.


The Scott Pilgrim 20th Anniversary Hardcover Box Set is Out Today

Two new gorgeous hardcover box sets of the full run of Scott Pilgrim comics are now available – one in color, and the other in black and white.


Drive 4K UHD Steelbook Is Out Today and On Sale at Amazon

Drive 4K UHD steelbook is officially available for purchase, and it's on sale at Amazon.


See Pinocchio Completely Reimagined by Hellboy Creator Mike Mignola

With Pinocchio: The Illuminated Edition in stores now, we can exclusively reveal all of Hellboy creator Mike Mignola's stunning artwork featured in the book.


Batman: Arkham Shadow – The First Preview

We played the first 45 minutes of Batman: Arkham Shadow, the upcoming Meta Quest 3 VR-exclusive entry in the Batman: Arkham series. We were pleased to find that, yes, it's a "real Arkham game."


Only Murders in the Building Season 4 Episodes 1-7 Review

After a rocky third season, Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building is back on track thanks to a renewed focus on its mystery and the inner complexity of its characters.


The Crow Remake Could Have Been Better With A Key Change To Its Protagonist

The Crow remake came and went not with a bang, but with a whisper. But if it had shaken up its protagonist and changed the material in a meaningful way, it could have at least justified its existence.


The Crow Remake Is One of 2024's Biggest Box Office Bombs With Just $4.6 Million on Opening Weekend

The Crow has struggled to take flight at the box office, opening in eighth place and grossing $4.6 million in the U.S. and Canada.


Visions of Mana Review

With nearly 20 years between mainline games, this long-awaited RPG doesn’t disappoint.


Black Myth: Wukong Lifts Steam to 37 Million Concurrent Players for First Time

More than 37 million players were online on Steam for the first time in the PC platform's history thanks to the raging success of Black Myth: Wukong.


PlayStation 5 Gets Steep Price Hike in Japan, Sony Confirms

The PlayStation 5 is getting a steep price hike in Japan to the tune of ¥13,000 (around $90), Sony has confirmed.


NBA 2K25 Reveals Its Top 10 Best Players

NBA 2K has revealed the top 10 players and ratings featured in NBA 2K25, a list which includes the Denver Nuggets' Nikola Jokić, the Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James, and the Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry.


Monster Jam Showdown Review

Monster Jam Showdown is the strongest Monster Jam game to date, but it’s light on track variety and crying out for a deeper career mode and customisation.


Best Gaming Headsets for PC

PC is the best place to play games, and there are so many PC gaming headsets out there to really take the experience to the next level.


Best Arcade Cabinet 2024

These arcade cabinets will bring the best of classic arcade gaming into your home.


Best PS5 Accessories For Your Next-Gen Console

You already got your PS5, now get the best PS5 accessories to go with it, as chosen by our tech and gaming experts.


Gigabyte GS27Q Review

The Gigabyte GS27Q works well for gaming and is capable of looking good, but we’re not sure why it exists.


WWE Fans Mourn Sid Vicious After Wrestling Legend Dies at 63 Following Battle with Cancer

Professional wrestler Sidney Raymond Eudy a.k.a. Sid Vicious has passed away at 63 following a battle with cancer.


Black Myth: Wukong Mod Brings Dragon Ball Z Connections Full Circle and Lets You Play as Goku

Dragon Ball Z was famously inspired by Journey to the West, the Chinese novel that serves as the source material for Black Myth: Wukong. Now the two stories are being united thanks to a new Black Myth: Wukong mod that lets you play as Goku.


Early Deadlock Footage Reveals Gameplay Mockup Using Assets From Half-Life, Left 4 Dead, and More

Early test footage of what seems to be Valve’s recently announced multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) shooter, Deadlock, has surfaced online, featuring assets from Left 4 Dead, Half-Life, and more.


Hollow Knight Fans Are Ready to Have Their Hearts Broken Again by Tuesday's Nintendo Direct

A pair of back-to-back Nintendo Directs have been announced for tomorrow. Which means that Hollow Knight fans are once again preparing for inevitable heartbreak if Hollow Knight: Silksong doesn't appear.


The Victrix Gambit Prime Is A Pro-Style Controller Worth Considering

The Victrix Gambit Prime can improve on a few fundamentals that other controllers do better, but it's a comfortable, fully featured gamepad fit for pro-style play.


The Victrix Gambit Prime Is A Pro-Style Controller Worth Considering

The Victrix Gambit Prime can improve on a few fundamentals that other controllers do better, but it's a comfortable, fully featured gamepad fit for pro-style play.


Mondo Reveals Batman: The Animated Series Poison Ivy Figure

Mondo revealed a stunning new Poison Ivy figure, the latest addition to their growing lineup of Batman: The Animated Series collectibles.


Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Showrunner Answers All Our Questions About the Animated Series: 'The Fandom Led the Way'

Tasha Huo, the showrunner of Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, sat down for an in-depth conversation about the upcoming animated series — from how fans cast Hayley Atwell as Lara Croft a decade prior to how canonical the anime will be to the original games.


Quentin Tarantino Is Definitely Not Directing a Star Trek Film

Though Quentin Tarantino's elusive Star Trek film has long been assumed cancelled, the famed Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs director has now confirmed it once and for all.


PlayStation VR 2 PC Adapter Is Finally Back in Stock

After selling out almost instantly, the PlayStation VR2 PC adapter is back in stock at select retailers – but who knows for how long.


Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story Gets Emotional Debut Trailer

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story has received a lengthy and emotional debut trailer ahead of its release in September.


Preorder the 4K Steelbook for Gladiator Ahead of Gladiator 2

Gladiator's 4K UHD steelbook is up for preorder and set to release on November 12, just in time for Gladiator 2.


Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase and Indie World Showcase Announced for Tomorrow, August 27

Nintendo has announced both a Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase and an Indie World Showcase for tomorrow, August 27, at 7am PT/10am ET. It has also confirmed the streams will last roughly 40 minutes in total and that there will be no mention of the Nintendo Switch successor.


Best Gaming Desk 2024: Create the Ultimate PC Setup

PC gaming is serious business and we'll help you find the right computer desk so you can get to work with winning.


Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake Gets Wealth of New Screenshots From Konami

Konami has released a wealth of new screenshots from Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, the remake of Metal Gear Solid 3 officially called Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater.


Star Wars Outlaws Review

Star Wars Outlaws is a fun intergalactic heist adventure with great exploration, but it’s hindered by simple stealth, repetitive combat, and a few too many bugs at launch.


Sony Live Service Shooter Concord Debuts to a Tragic 697 Concurrent Players on Steam

Sony's live service shooter Concord, available on PlayStation 5 and PC, has debuted to a tragic 697 peak concurrent players on Steam.


Techland Removing Dying Light 2 Ultimate Edition From Sale After Saying Dying Light: The Beast Comes Free With It

Techland is removing the Dying Light 2: Stay Human Ultimate Edition from sale in September 2024 after promising anyone who owns it will gain access to Dying Light: The Beast for free.


Alien: Romulus Has a Bizarre Connection to The Last of Us

Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez has revealed a bizarre connection between his film and The Last of Us live action series on HBO.


Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - The First Preview

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is shaping up to be a fully faithful remake, right down to the frustratingly frequent load screens.


Best Monitors for Xbox Series X/S

If you want to move your Xbox gaming setup to your desk, check out these gaming monitors for Xbox Series X/S.


I Don't Think I'm Ready For How Much Season 3 of Vox Machina Is Going to Hurt My Feelings

The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3 hits Prime Video on October 3rd, but it is already extremely evident that this season is going to kick fans in the teeth emotionally.


Ted Lasso Season 4 Is Reportedly Being Prepared for a Greenlight at Warner Bros. Television

Ted Lasso Season 4 is reportedly being prepared for a greenlight as Warner Bros. Television has picked up the options for Hannah Waddingham (Rebecca Walton), Brett Goldstein (Roy Kent), and Jeremy Swift (Leslie Higgins).


Deadlock's Existence Finally Acknowledged by Valve With a Store Page and Official Announcement

Valve is finally ready to take the wraps off Deadlock, its not-so-secret multiplayer game that thousands of people have been playing for weeks.


Bloody New Pinocchio Horror Movie Poster Welcomes Puppet to the 'Poohniverse'

The team behind the fairytale horror movie series known as the Twisted Childhood Universe (or Poohniverse) has unveiled the first poster for their next horrific fable: Pinocchio: Unstrung.


The Crow Review

Though not the catastrophe many expected, this reboot of the ’90s gothic superhero hit can’t escape the shadow of the original.


Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos on Netflix Unveils Shocking New Lore

Netflix has added two new Sailor Moon movies (which adapt the final arc of the famous manga by Naoko Takeuchi) that introduce shocking new lore to the franchise.


Meta Scraps Plans to Make a High-End Apple Vision Pro Competitor - Report

The Information has reported that Meta has scrapped plans to released a high-end mixed reality headset to compete with the Apple Vision Pro.


James Spader's Ultron Is Returning for the MCUs Upcoming Vision Spinoff Show - Report

One of the most fearsome villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Ultron, is reportedly making a comeback, and original actor James Spader is coming with him.


Concord Review In Progress

So far this sci-fi hero shooter shows promise, but could already benefit from more content.


How to Watch The Crow – Showtimes and Streaming Status

Wondering how to watch The Crow? We have all the information on the 2024 reboot, from showtimes to streaming status.


Wii and Nintendo DS Favorite MySims Could Soon be Coming to Nintendo Switch - Report

Nintendo Wii and DS favorite MySims could soon be coming to Nintendo Switch based on various listings and other leaks.


A Prominent Accessibility Advocate Worked With Studios and Inspired Change. But She Never Actually Existed.

In the years since the alleged death of beloved accessibility advocate Susan Banks, mounting evidence and accounts from those close to her work suggest that she was not the person she claimed to be. In fact, some are convinced that Banks may never have existed at all.


Even If Black Myth: Wukong Isn't a Soulslike, FromSoftware Has Changed Action Games Forever

Black Myth: Wukong is the latest new action game to have been mistaken for a Soulslike. But the confusion is a result of just how much FromSoftware has changed the action genre forever.


The Sims Competitor Inzoi Planned for PS5 and Xbox Series X and S Alongside PC

Inzoi, The Sims competitor from PUBG developer Krafton, is expected to release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S eventually.


Dragon Age Getting a Fantasy Podcast Series Starring All the Companions in The Veilguard

Dragon Age fans will be treated to a new eight-part narrative podcast series set in BioWare’s fantasy universe starring all the companions set to appear in the upcoming The Veilguard.


Terminator Zero Showrunner Might've Seen Your Reddit Posts: 'I've Got to Just Try Not to Make Everybody Mad'

Showrunner Mattson Tomlin answers all of our questions about the upcoming anime Terminator Zero, including how he balanced long-time fans' opinions with his own goal of making the series uniquely its own.


Star Wars: The Acolyte’s Lee Jung-Jae Was ‘Quite Surprised’ the Show Was Canceled After Season 1

Star Wars: The Acolyte actor Lee Jung-jae has reacted to Disney’s decision to cancel the show after just one season, saying he was “quite surprised” by the news.


Black Myth: Wukong Sells an Incredible 10 Million Copies in Just 3 Days

Black Myth: Wukong has sold an incredible 10 million copies in just three days, developer Game Science has announced.


Pokémon Trading Card Shop Allegedly Contained $1 Million Worth of Meth

A Pokémon Trading Card Game shop in Hong Kong allegedly had more than $1 million worth of Schedule 2 drug methamphetamine, commonly known as crystal meth, hidden in the back.


Robert Downey Jr. Says Spider-Man Star Tobey Maguire Motivated Him to Join the MCU

Robert Downey Jr. has credited Tobey Maguire with motivating his decision to be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).


Star Wars Outlaws Spoilers Have Leaked Online

Star Wars fans beware: Spoilers for Ubisoft's upcoming open world game Star Wars Outlaws have leaked online.


AEW All In: Here's Why Daniel Bryan Needs to Win | Wrestling Wrap Up

Here's why Brian Danielson needs to walk away with the AEW World Title in Wembly, plus overall All In predictions and a war of two cats.


Netflix Reveals Casting for Beloved One Piece Season 2 Character Miss Wednesday

Netflix has revealed that Charithra Chandran will play beloved One Piece character Miss Wednesday in Season 2 of the live action adaptation.


Best OLED TV Deals Today: Save on LG, Samsung, Sony, and More

These are the absolute best OLED TV deals right now, including discounts on LG, Samsung, Sony, and more.


Avowed Runs at 30fps on Xbox Series X and S, Obsidian Confirms

Avowed will run at a “baseline” of 30 frames per second across Xbox Series X and S, developer Obsidian has confirmed.


IGN UK Podcast 762: The Best of gamescom 2024

Dying Light: The Beast, Avowed, Indiana Jones, Crimson Desert, Atomfall, and much more.


The Killer Review

Nathalie Emmanuel and Omar Sy star in action remake that looks bad and feels worse.


Civilization 7 Interview: Firaxis Answers All of Our Questions About the Anticipated Sequel - gamescom 2024

In a new interview at gamescom 2024, Firaxis took us inside Civilization VII, explaining why it decided to break the new sim into individual ages and more.


Blink Twice Review

Blink Twice is a slick but muddled thriller that suffers from a superficial approach to big themes.


Bloober Team Reveals How Long It Will Take to Beat Silent Hill 2 Remake

Silent Hill 2 Director Mateusz Lenart has revealed how long it will take for players to beat Silent Hill 2 Remake from start to finish.


How The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Connects to the Other Movies

With the first trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim finally here, we break down where this animated prequel fits in the Middle-earth timeline and which familiar characters might appear.


Sid Meier’s Civilization 7: Here’s What Comes in Each Edition

Everything you need to know to preorder Sid Meier's Civilization VII, including what comes in the numerous editions, where it's available, and how much it costs.


The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Animated Movie Reveals First Trailer

Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, an animated prequel movie set 200 years before the trilogy.


Guillermo del Toro Is Live-Tweeting His Beef With a Ghost in a Haunted Hotel in Scotland

Guillermo del Toro is live-tweeting his paranormal adventures while staying in one of the "most haunted" rooms in a Scotland hotel, and the internet is riveted.


Disney Tweets Then Deletes Video Featuring First Looks at Daredevil, Red Hulk, Ironheart, and More

Disney posted – and then deleted – a promotional video that featured sneak peeks at upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) projects like Daredevil: Born Again and Captain America: Brave New World.


Amazon Games Boss Says Label Will Put Games on Nintendo Switch 2, Praises Switch as a 'Great Device'

Amazon Games boss Christoph Hartmann says the label will "obviously" support the Nintendo Switch 2, praising the Switch as a "great device" and saying he can't wait for the next console.


Exclusive: Amazon Games Boss Says Lord of the Rings MMO 'Still Early,' Calls Tomb Raider a 'Huge, Huge Task'

In an exclusive interview, Amazon Games boss Christoph Hartmann talked about the state of Amazon Games after announcing King of Meat, the state of the Lord of the Rings MMO and Tomb Raider, the Switch 2, and more.


Crimson Desert is like God of War and Dragon's Dogma Had a Baby | gamescom 2024

Mixing ideas from some of the best action games ever, Crimson Desert's boss battles could rival the epic clashes of Dragon's Dogma, God of War, and Black Myth: Wukong.


Pachinko Season 2 Review

Pachinko learns from its past and finds its own soulful voice in its stellar second season.


Former Zelda Director-Led Open World Dress Up RPG Infinity Nikki Hits 12 Million Pre-Registrations

Infinity Nikki, an open-world dress up role-playing game from former The Legend of Zelda director Kentaro Tominaga has hit 12 million pre-registrations before a release date has even been announced.


Inzoi Players Are Recreating Tons of Real People and Pop Culture Characters in Its Wild Character Creator

Inzoi, The Sims competitor from PUBG developer Krafton, has temporarily released its incredibly in depth character creator and players are using it to recreate a ton of real people and pop culture characters.


Power Rangers Prime Is a New Beginning For the Franchise

IGN spoke with the creative team behind Power Rangers Prime, a new series that completely reinvents the franchise in the style of Marvel's Ultimate Universe. Find out what to expect from this ambitious story.


NHL 25 First Details and Cover Stars Revealed, Will Include Revamped Franchise and 'Ice-Q'

The first NHL 25 details and cover athletes have been revealed, with an official release date set for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on October 4.


How Datamining Has Changed the Landscape of Video Game Puzzle and Secret Design

Working against dataminers to hide secrets in video games is a losing battle, which is why some developers are taking a different approach. Increasingly, creators we spoke to are designing their games’ biggest surprises around the expectation that someone, somewhere, will crack them open and learn everything about them instantly.


Callisto Protocol Dev Announces [REDACTED], a Roguelike Set in the Game's Black Iron Prison

The Callisto Protocol developer Striking Distance Studios has announced [REDACTED], a roguelike dungeon crawler set within The Callisto Protocol's Black Iron Prison. And yes, that's its actual name.


Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Collector's Edition Drops to Just £150 at Amazon

18-inches of Messmer and the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Collector's Edition get a huge discount at Amazon in the UK during the Gaming Week sale.


With Borderlands 4 Set to Ditch Epic Exclusivity, Randy Pitchford Addresses 5-Year-Old Prediction That Steam Would Become a ‘Dying Store’

Gearbox chief Randy Pitchford has responded to social media posts resurfacing his prediction that Steam would become a "dying store" amid the announcement that Borderlands 4 will ditch Epic Games Store exclusivity to launch on Valve's platform at the same time.


Monster Hunter Wilds Finally Removes Gendered Armor, Meaning Anyone Can Wear Anything

Capcom is finally removing gendered armor from the Monster Hunter series in 2025's Monster Hunter Wilds, meaning any character can wear any equipment.


The Best Apple Watch Deals Right Now (August 2024)

These Apple Watch deals are absolutely fantastic and well worth checking out if you haven't yet secured one.


Jack Black and Paul Rudd in Talks to Star in a New Anaconda Movie - Report

Jack Black and Paul Rudd are reportedly in talks to star in a "re-imagining" of 1997 cult classic horror movie Anaconda.


Naruto Live-Action Movie Script Done, Will Focus on 'How Nuanced and Special Naruto Is'

Destin Daniel Cretton’s live-action Naruto movie now has a finished script and will tell a “nuanced and special” story about the Hidden Leaf Village’s yellow-haired ninja in training.


Avowed: We Finally Played Obsidian’s First-Person RPG and It’s Fantastic

Avowed was a surprising delight to play for the first time. After a lot of questions about the shift in art direction from the teaser trailer, questions about the length, and a combat demo on the Xbox stage that had many asking if the game was earlier in development than expected, we're happy to report that Avowed is feeling great, looking great, and offering a compelling story based on the early slice we played.


Megalopolis Trailer Pulled Offline After Quotes Criticizing Francis Ford Coppola Are Discovered to Be Fake

After it was discovered that a new trailer Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis completely fabricated quotes from famous movie critics, Lionsgate has pulled it from the internet and apologized.


Exclusive: Sauron Will Be Played By Two Actors In The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has released a featurette revealing that in addition to taking on creature form in Season 2, Sauron will also have multiple human forms.


VP Candidate Tim Walz Was a Big Dreamcast Fan, and We Think We've Found His Favorite Game

We've managed to not only track down an old Dreamcast console that once belonged to Minnesota governor and vice presidential candidate Tim Walz, but we may have also uncovered at least one game that the former teacher-turned-politician has historically enjoyed: Crazy Taxi.


Chick-fil-A, of All Companies, Is Reportedly Launching Its Own Streaming Platform

Chick-fil-A is apparently set to be the latest company to join the original entertainment fray, as it reportedly has plans to launch its own streaming service as soon as later this year (yes, really).


2K Confirms Mafia: The Old Country Will Have Sicilian Voice Acting in Response to Fans' Concerns

In response to some fans' concerns, 2K has confirmed that Mafia: The Old Country will indeed offer Sicilian voice acting when the game releases next year.


Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Casually Namedrops the Classic Indy Disneyland Ride

Bethesda and MachineGames are carving out a place in Disney history with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, but the upcoming action-adventure spinoff will also include at least one reference to a more obscure story from the franchise's world.


Microsoft Expands on Xbox Adaptive Controller With New Joystick Peripheral

As part of its gamescom 2024 news, Xbox unveiled the Adaptive Joystick, a new accessory to designed for gamers with limited mobility.


The Sims Players Enticed By Ultra Realistic Competitor Inzoi's Character Creator Demo

Inzoi, The Sims competitor from PUBG developer Krafton, is drawing in a lot of new fans through the Steam release of its character creator demo, which shows off its ultra realistic graphics.


Secret Level: Every Video Game In The New Gamescom Trailer

From God of War to Sifu to Warhammer 40,000 to the Keanu Reeves-driven Armored Core, we break down every video game featured in the teaser trailer for Prime Video's Secret Level.


The Golem of Venice Beach Unites Superstar Comic Book Artists for Explosive Finale

Clover Press has assembled a truly killer team of artists to close out the saga of the Golem of Venice Beach. Check out our exclusive preview of the upcoming graphic novel.


Microsoft Announces October Release Date for All-Digital Xbox Series X

Microsoft has announced two new Xbox Series X consoles and one new Xbox Series S console will be released in October, including a digital only Xbox Series X.


Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Interview: Dev Team Reveals Who's Voicing Frank West, the Future of the Series, and More

We sat down and interviewed the development team for Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, to discuss some additional changes in Deluxe Remaster, the future of the Dead Rising series, as well as find out who is voicing Frank West.


Capcom Reveals Who's Voicing Frank West in Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster

In a recent interview with IGN, Capcom officially confirmed who is voicing Frank West in Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster.


Galaxy Black and Robot White Xbox Series X and S Models Are Up for Preorder

Everything you need to know to preorder the new Xbox Series X models: the 2TB Galaxy Black and the 1TB All-Digital Robot White versions.


Best Gaming Monitors for 2024

We've tested a huge selection of gaming monitors and these are the very best models in every category.


It Looks Like Keanu Reeves Is in Amazon’s Armored Core Animation

In a surprise move, Keanu Reeves is in Amazon's Armored Core animated short set to appear in the Secret Level anthology series on Prime Video.


LEGO Super Mario: Mario Kart Sets Are on the Way

Mario Kart is getting official LEGO in 2025. The LEGO Group has announced six sets will be released on January 1 featuring characters such as Baby Mario and Baby Luigi, Donkey Kong, and Toad.


Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition Is Up for Preorder

Everything you need to know to buy the physical versions of Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition for PS4 and Nintendo Switch.


The Lord of the Rings' Ian McKellen Keeps Telling Himself 'I'm Not Too Old to Act' After Stage Fall

The Lord of the Rings' Gandalf actor Ian McKellen has said he needs to keep telling himself "I'm not too old to act" after falling off the stage during a performance in June 2024.


Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 – The First Preview

It certainly feels like the sequel is operating at a higher level amid the busy streets of Kuttenberg. And if Menhard's quest is reflective of the sequel's 100+ hour total, then Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 could end up being something rather special indeed.


The Best Computer Vacuums and Dust Blowers for Your Desk

Our favorite desk cleaning tool is on sale right now, plus tons of tiny vacuum options to clean up your desk messes!


Starfield Update 1.13.61 Full Patch Notes Details New Settings and Other Additions as Starfield Becomes Carfield

Earlier today, Bethesda announced that in the lead-up to Starfield's upcoming Shattered Space DLC, players would be treated to the game's first land vehicle, the Rev-8, in an update coming later tonight. Well, it's now later tonight, and Starfield's 1.13.61 update is now live.


Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Will Have to Wait 12 Months or More for Some Of Ultimate's Biggest Releases

Microsoft says those who subscribe to its Game Pass Standard tier won’t see day-one game releases for up to a full year – if not longer – after they launch.


Civilization 7: The First Preview

We're happy to say we came away with a pretty positive outlook on Civilization VII. It's a more daring, risky take on the formula than any of the past few iterations have been, and we think that's definitely the way to go, considering those older games aren't going anywhere and are still quite playable. From Ages that completely transform your chosen civ, to a bold, readable, but grounded new art style, Firaxis is already putting their best foot forward.


New Mafia Game Revealed, Set to Release in 2025 | gamescom 2024

A fourth Mafia game, titled Mafia: The Old Country, was officially unveiled at gamescom Opening Night Live as the ceremony's big closing announcement.


Masters of Albion: A New Spin on Fable’s World From Its Original Creator | gamescom 2024

Peter Molyneux returns to the god game genre with Masters of Albion, a hybrid of Black & White and Dungeon Master set in the world of Fable.


Indiana Jones and the Great Circle First Look Preview: It’s So Riddick and I Love it for That

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle strongly reminded of another game the developers at MachineGames once created: the Vin Diesel-starring original-Xbox classic, The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay. Indy absolutely screams Riddick – in the very best of ways – and because of that, The Great Circle went from something on my most-anticipated list to being far and away the game I’m most looking forward to playing this year.


Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Finally Gets a Release Date for Xbox...and PlayStation | gamescom 2024

After its proper reveal earlier this year, MachineGames has finally provided a release date for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, which is coming to PC and Xbox Series X/S on December 9, 2023. Additionally, we learned that it's coming to PS5 in Spring of 2025.


The First Berserker: Khazan Announces Closed Beta on Console Ahead of Early 2025 Release | gamescom 2024

The First Berserker: Khazan appeared at Opening Night Live to reveal details of a technical closed beta test on console ahead of the game’s early 2025 release date.


Amazon Series Secret Level Reveals Animated Stories For God Of War, Sifu, Warhammer And More

The animated anthology series from the Love, Death, and Robots creators tells new stories for beloved video games. It's coming to Amazon Prime Video on December 10.


First Look at Batman VR Game Arkham Shadow Gameplay, Voice Cast Revealed | gamescom 2024

Meta Quest 3 exclusive VR game Batman: Arkham Shadow now has a gameplay trailer, courtesy of an appearance during Opening Night Live at gamescom 2024.


Monument Valley 3 Finally Has a Release Date, And It's Netflix Games Exclusive | gamescom 2024

Five years ago, ustwo games announced it was developing a third entry in the critically-acclaimed puzzle series, Monument Valley. Now, after all that waiting, it's finally coming out on December 10, 2024, and it will be exclusive to Netflix Games at launch.


Monument Valley 3 Finally Has a Release Date, And It's Netflix Games Exclusive

Five years ago, ustwo games announced it was developing a third entry in the critically-acclaimed puzzle series, Monument Valley. Now, after all that waiting, it's finally coming out on December 10, 2024, and it will be exclusive to Netflix Games at launch.


Starfield's Shattered Space DLC Reveals September Release Date | gamescom 2024

Bethesda Games announced a September release date for Starfield DLC Shattered Space, in addition to a free update tonight that includes a new vehicle, the Rev-8.


Sid Meier's Civilization 7 Release Date Announced, Gameplay Trailer Revealed | gamescom 2024

Sid Meier's Civilization 7 appeared during Opening Night Live to help kick off gamescom 2024 with a first-look gameplay trailer and a release date.


Genshin Impact Is Coming to Xbox

Genshin Impact is coming to Xbox, according to an announcement during gamescom Opening Night Live today.


Genshin Impact Is Coming to Xbox | gamescom 2024

Genshin Impact is coming to Xbox, according to an announcement during gamescom Opening Night Live today.


King of Meat Is an Aptly Named Hack-and-Slash Co-op Game

King of Meat is a funfest riddled with rubber duckies and skull-covered swords. It’s a clever poke at reality TV culture, wrapped up in silliness. It’s also one of the most polished team-based co-op games I’ve played in years.


ARC Raiders Reinvents Itself As a PvPvE Battler

"Years back we announced [ARC Raiders] as a co-op only game," said executive producer Aleksander Grondal. "But since, through extensive playtesting and internal evaluation, we evolved it into a PvPvE action survival shooter, an evolution that for us surfaced the best version of what this game could become."


Dune Awakening Trailer Shows In-Depth Gameplay At Gamescom ONL

The survival MMO Dune Awakening hits PC in 2025 and it's taking the Dune universe in a new, exciting direction.


ARC Raiders Finally Arriving in 2025, Playtesting to Begin This Fall | gamescom 2024

After multiple delays since its initial unveiling in 2021, ARC Raiders is now set to arrive sometime in 2025, with playtesting to begin this fall.


Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Launches in Two Parts in 2025 | gamescom 2024

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, the new game from the creators of Life is Strange, has revealed two release dates as well as a gameplay trailer at Opening Night Live.


Even Goat Simulator Is Getting Remastered | gamescom 2024

Goat Simulator Remastered was announced during Opening Night Live at gamescom 2024. Check out the trailer and debut screenshots.


The Legend of Zelda Film Director Wes Ball Is Taking on Yet Another Video Game Adaptation

The Legend of Zelda movie director Wes Ball has reportedly set his sights on another adaptation that will see him leading a project based on Devolver Digital and Reikon Games’ Ruiner.


Joker Director Todd Phillips Casts Doubt on Possibilities of a Third Movie in the Series

In an interview with Variety, Joker director Todd Phillips casts doubt that he will make a third movie focused on the character after Joker: Folie à Deux releases.


Knowing This Lore Makes Black Myth: Wukong Way More Enjoyable

With Black Myth: Wukong out now, players might know the lore inspiration behind the latest action game. But knowing the secrets of Journey to the West only enhances the whole experience.


Ghost in the Shell and Bayonetta Voice Actress Atsuko Tanaka Dies at 61

Legendary voice actress Atsuko Tanaka, known for her work in Ghost in the Shell, Bayonetta, and more, has died at age 61.


Nvidia's AI-Powered NPCs Will Debut in 2025 With Mecha BREAK

Nvidia ACE, the tech giant's AI-powered system to bring more realism into NPC conversations, is set to make its gaming debut next year in the upcoming Mecha BREAK.


Final Fantasy 16 Director Says Future Games in the Franchise Will 'Likely' Come to PC Day One

Final Fantasy 16 director Hiroshi Takai has said future games in the franchise will "likely" come to PC at launch as publisher Square Enix pursues its multiplatform strategy.


Deadpool & Wolverine Concept Art Offers Look at Scrapped 'Wolverinepool' Variant

A newly released piece of Deadpool & Wolverine concept art reveals a "Wolverinepool" variant that didn't make it into the movie.


Fluxx Buying Guide and Expansions

Everything you need to know to play the card game Fluxx, as well as its many alternate editions and expansions.


Horizon: Forbidden West Leaving PlayStation Plus Games Catalog Soon

Sony is removing Horizon: Forbidden West from the PlayStation Plus Games Catalog soon despite it wholly owning the game itself.


Takaya Imamura Interview: Original F-Zero Designer Was 'Really Surprised' by the Series Revival

IGN sat down with ex-Nintendo designer Takaya Imamura, where we discussed where F-Zero goes from here, his new project OMEGA 6, why Star Fox 64 is still the most special game he’s worked on, and the keys to Nintendo’s success in the future.


Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver - The Dead Shall Rise Reveals Official Trailer

Get an exclusive first look at artwork for Bit Bot and Crystal Dynamics' hotly anticipated Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver prequel graphic novel.


Bully on GTA+ Is Not a New Version, Rockstar Confirms

Bully launches on GTA+ today, August 20, and after various new ratings for the game caused some to wonder if a new version was on the cards, Rockstar has now confirmed that is not the case.


The Best LEGO Harry Potter Sets in 2024

There are a lot of LEGO Harry Potter sets on the market. These are our top picks for the best picks in 2024.


The LG G4 Is as Close to Perfect as a TV Can Be In 2024

It’s hard to imagine a television getting much better than the LG G4 with its outstanding display that sings in nearly every possible use case.


Backyard Sports Revival Officially Announced by Playground Productions

Backyard Sports is coming back, as current IP holder Playground Productions announced the relaunch is slated to begin "in the coming months."


Microsoft Announces Xbox Game Pass August 2024 Wave 2 Lineup

Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in August 2024, which also includes access to the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 open beta.


Activision Cease and Desist Says Mods Like H2M ‘Threaten to Take Away’ From Call of Duty Devs’ Efforts

Activision’s cease and desist that resulted in the cancelation of Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer mod H2M just hours before its release claimed it would have “taken away” from the efforts of Call of Duty’s developers.


New Tomb Raider Statue Celebrates Lara Croft's Modern Adventures

Dark Horse has revealed the second piece in its new line of Tomb Raider collectibles, a statue inspired by Lara Croft's modern gaming adventures.


Black Myth: Wukong Dev Says That ‘Despite Multiple Internal Full-Process Tests … Occasional Serious Issues May Still Arise’

The developer of massive Steam hit Black Myth: Wukong has apologized for tech or performance issues players have encountered since the game went on sale in the early hours of this morning, especially on PC.


Tunic is $20 Off Today, and It's One of The Best Physical Editions Ever Released

Tunic is $20 off today, reminding us that it's one of the better physical editions we've seen released in recent memory.


Best AirPods Pro Deals Today (August 2024)

Apple AirPods Pro are down to $189.99! Plus, here are the best of the other AirPods deals you can find in 2024.


Andrzej Sapkowski's New Witcher Book Is Finished

The Witcher author Andrzej Sapkowski has finished the next book in the series, the first since 2013.


George R.R. Martin Asked What He'd Change About Game of Thrones Books: 'I'd Have Them Finished'

Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin was asked what one thing he'd change about his A Song of Ice and Fire Books, and answered: "I'd have them finished."


Best PS5 and PlayStation Deals Today (August 2024)

Here are all the absolute best PS5 and PlayStation deals you can find right now.


Best Video Game Deals Today (August 2024)

These are all the latest and greatest deals for gamers, from PS5 SSDs to the latest video game hits.


Amazon Is Selling a 22.5W 20000mAh Power Bank for Just $15 Today, and It's Perfect for Switch

Amazon has a 22.5W 20,000mAh power bank available today for just $15. It's an excellent match for the Nintendo Switch, but the deal is incredibly limited and could expire by the end of the day.


Pokémon World Championships Boots Competitor From Semifinals Over Seemingly Lewd Gesture, Sparking Controversy

A seemingly lewd gesture led to competitor Ian Robb being removed from the tournament, leading fans to debate the decision that allowed Fernando Cifuentes to continue and win the competition.


Pokémon World Championship Boots Competitor From Semifinals Over Seemingly Lewd Gesture, Sparking Controversy

A seemingly lewd gesture led to competitor Ian Robb being removed from the tournament, leading fans to debate the decision that allowed Fernando Cifuentes to continue and win the competition.


The Acolyte Won't Be Renewed for a Second Season on Disney Plus - Report

Disney has reportedly opted not to renew The Acolyte, the latest live-action Star Wars series on Disney+, for a second season.


Best Gaming Headsets in 2024: Wired and Wireless

We've tested gaming headsets ranging from budget models to fancy wireless ones with 7.1 surround, and everything in between. Based on our testing, here are the best gaming headsets.


Alien: Romulus Director Defends Controversial Cameo: 'We Did It All With a Lot of Respect'

One cameo in Alien: Romulus has caused quite a bit of controversy, but director Fede Álvarez is defending it: "We did it all with a lot of respect."


Minecraft Realms Servers Have Struggled With Being Down for Almost Week

Minecraft Realm servers have been struggling with being down for almost a week now, with Mojang saying that it's working "around the clock" to try and address their myriad connectivity problems.


Best PC Power Supply 2024: Top PSUs for Your Gaming PC

A high-quality PSU is critical for PC stability and smooth operation. Here is our list of the top eight power supplies, with one for every budget.


Scuf Nomad Mobile Controller Review

The Scuf Nomad is a great Bluetooth controller for iPhone, and it comes at a reasonable price. It feels good to use, has robust software, and doesn’t drain your battery.


gamescom Scraps Best Nintendo Game Award for 2024 Due to 'Too Few Submissions'

a gamescom spokesperson confirmed to The Gamer that it will not be issuing out an award for best Nintendo Switch Game this year due to "too few submissions."


Friday the 13th Prequel Series Finds New Showrunner Following Bryan Fuller's Exit

Upcoming Friday the 13th prequel series Crystal Lake has named It: Welcome to Derry's Brad Caleb Kane as its new showrunner following Bryan Fuller's exit.


Batman Star Michael Keaton Says He 'Didn't Care' About Batgirl Movie Cancellation

Batman actor Michael Keaton has admitted he wasn't all that bothered about Warner Bros. scrapping Batgirl: "I didn't care one way or another. Big, fun, nice check."


Baldur's Gate 3 New Dark Urge Ending Gets First Look From Larian

Baldur's Gate 3 is getting a big bad new ending for the Dark Urge playthrough in September and developer Larian Studio has shared a first look at its cinematic.


Tactical Breach Wizards Review

Magical charm and inventive skills more than make up for a lack of challenge.


Final Fantasy 16 PC Port Officially Announced With September Release Date and a Demo

Over a year after its initial release, Square Enix has confirmed that the PC version of Final Fantasy 16 is out on September 17, 2024.


Everything Announced at the Pokémon World Championships 2024

Following the Pokémon World Championships 2024, The Pokémon Company made several announcements, including a release date for the Pokémon Trading Card Pocket game and more.


Kong: Survivor Instinct Announced for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S

Set shortly after the 2021 film Godzilla vs. Kong, Kong: Survivor Instinct is a newly announced game for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S in which you play as a father desperate to find his missing daughter. Naturally, Kong and other Titans will get in the way. It's due out later this Fall.


Superman Wrapped a Year Before Release to Give VFX Artists 'Time to Do Their Jobs Properly,' James Gunn Says

DC Studios co-CEO and Superman director James Gunn has pledged to give VFX artists enough time to carry out their work post-production.


Jujutsu Kaisen Ends In September 2024

Following in the footsteps of My Hero Academia, the Jujutsu Kaisen manga will end in September with only five chapters left to go.


Splitgate 2 Hands-On: The Evolution, Not Revolution, of a Great Idea

After four hours of Splitgate 2, we came away pleased with this incremental improvement upon a rock solid foundation.


Indiana Jones' Iconic Hat Just Sold for $630,000

The iconic hat worn by Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom has just sold at auction for a whopping $630,000.


Silent Hill 2: Here's What Comes in Each Edition

Everything you need to know to preorder Silent Hill 2 for PS5 or PC, including what comes in each edition, how much it costs, and more.


Until Dawn on PS5's $60 Pricetag Reignites Remake Price Debate

The PlayStation 5 and PC version of Until Dawn reportedly costs $59.99 and fans are once again debating what a good price for remakes is.


Alien: Romulus Bursts Onto the Box Office With $108 Million Global Debut

Alien: Romulus is off to a strong start at the box office, earning $108.2 million worldwide in its opening weekend in theaters.


Black Myth: Wukong Global Release Times Confirmed

Black Myth: Wukong developer Game Science has confirmed the global release times for the hotly anticipated action game, revealing when it goes live across the world.


Star Wars Outlaws PC Specs Revealed By Ubisoft

Ubisoft has revealed the PC requirements for the highly anticipated open world Star Wars Outlaws ahead of its August 27, 2024 release date.


Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu Won't Feature Boba Fett, Temuera Morrison Says

Temuera Morrison has cited The Book of Boba Fett's poor reception as the reason for the once beloved character not returning in Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu.


Best Xbox Deals Today (August 2024)

These are the best Xbox deals currently available, including discounts on Xbox Game Pass, games, and more.


Hollow Knight: Silksong Will NOT Be at Opening Night Live, Geoff Keighley Confirms

The annual Opening Night Live show is set to feature a long list of games, but one particularly high-profile upcoming game will not be there: Hollow Knight: Silksong.


Black Myth: Wukong Marketing Team Offers Content Creators a Steam Key — but Bans ‘Feminist Propaganda’ and All Talk of Covid

An email sent from the Black Myth: Wukong marketing team tells content creators they must not include “feminist propaganda” or use what are called “trigger words” such as COVID-19.


Silent Hill 2 Hands-On Preview

Bloober Team has made a lot of the right decisions when building on Silent Hill 2's undeniable psychological horror legacy, even if at times the remake feels a little too safe.


Pokémon TCG Pocket Release Date Set for October

Pokémon TCG Pocket, a new Pokémon card app, got a release date announced at the Pokémon World Championships.


Best Monitor for PS5

Ditch your TV for a monitor to really get the most out of your PS5.


Alien: Romulus - The 10 Biggest Burning Questions

You saw Alien: Romulus and now you've got a bunch of questions about xenomorphs, black goo, androids, and more! Guess what? So do we! And we tried to answer them...


How to Follow the Complete Dragon Age Timeline

From DLCs to comics (and everything in between), dive into Thedas with the full timeline of canon Dragon Age media.


Even Eternal Champions, Sega's Obscure 1993 Fighting Game, Is Getting Its Own Movie Now

Eternal Champions, the obscure Sega fighting game series first released in 1993, is being revived as a live-action movie by Skydance. Jurassic World writer Derek Connolly is set to pen a live-action version of Eternal Champions for Skydance. Toru Nakahara, who oversees the Sonic movies, will act as one of the film's producers.


Best CPU 2024: Pick the Right Processor for Your Gaming PC

From entry-level to the ridiculously overpowered, these are the best CPUs for gaming.


How to Watch the Alien Movies in Chronological Order

Wondering how to watch the Alien movies in order? Here's how to do it chronologically or by release order.


Alien: Romulus' Surprise Cameo Is Ugly and Unnecessary

Alien: Romulus is a great sequel that is almost derailed by one unexpected cameo. Here's why that didn't have to be a problem.


Final Fantasy XIV TTRPG Starter Set Board Game Review

The Final Fantasy XIV TTRPG Starter Set teases a fun and interesting system but keeps so much of the intricacies a mystery, that, without the ability to pick up the core rule books and continue playing, makes this a hard-to-recommend at its current price point. 


Best Desktop PC 2024: The Most Powerful Desktop Computers

Laptops are so 2023 - the best desktop PCs can get more work done for less cash.


Ubisoft Cuts 45 Jobs in Its U.S. Offices

Ubisoft is the latest video game company to be hit with another wave of layoffs, cutting 45 jobs in its U.S. offices.


Fallout London Review

A massive Fallout 4 mod with an impressive scope and some great stories.


Deadpool & Wolverine Is Now Officially the Highest-Grossing R-Rated Film Ever

Deadpool & Wolverine has crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office and surpassed Joker to officially become the highest-grossing R-rated film ever.


Fired X-Men '97 Showrunner Claims He Was 'Stripped' of Season 2 Credits, Marvel Cites 'Egregious' Investigation Findings

After fired X-Men ‘97 showrunner Beau DeMayo claimed that he was told his Season 2 credits would be removed for posting Pride Month fanart on social media, Marvel has fired back in a statement, saying he was terminated after an internal investigation revealed “egregious” findings.


How to Watch Alien: Romulus – Showtimes and Streaming Status

Wondering how to watch Alien: Romulus? We have all the information on the sci-fi/horror movie, from showtimes to streaming status.


We Found a Killer Deal on Asus ROG Ally, and It Comes With a Free Travel Case

Here's a killer deal that gets you an Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming PC with the super-speedy Z1 Extreme chip, plus a travel case, plus a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, all for $499.99.


HBO Gave Kaitlyn Dever Extra Security While Filming The Last of Us Due to Toxicity Surrounding Abby

Kaitlyn Dever, who plays Abby in the second season of HBO's The Last of Us, had additional protection during filming due to the toxicity surrounding her character.


The Plucky Squire Is Clever, Charming Mix of 2D and 3D Gameplay

We were blown away by The Plucky Squire, a beautiful, charming storybook adventure that blends 2D and 3D gameplay in smart, variety-filled ways. Check out our hands-on impressions.


Meta Quest Update Lets You Beam HDMI Devices Into Your Headset

Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro owners can now beam HDMI devices such as game consoles, handheld PCs like the Steam Deck, and more into their headsets using the Meta Quest HDMI Link app.


The Best LEGO Ninjago Sets (2024)

Help Kai, Cole, Jay, Zane, and Lloyd save the world. Practice the ancient, noble art of Spinjitzu with these LEGO Ninjago sets.


Black Myth: Wukong Review

A great action game with fantastic combat, exciting bosses, tantalizing secrets, and a few too many bugs.


Around 50 of 100 Tango Gameworks Staff Moving Over to Krafton

PUBG publisher Krafton is bringing over roughly 50 of the 100 staff members employed at Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks while it operated under (and was shut down by) Microsoft.


How Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto Combines Two Legendary Ninja Universes

We've got the inside scoop on how Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto will combine two beloved ninja franchises into one dynamic new whole.


The Alien Movies Have a Long History of Recycling Rejected Ideas

Alien evolution: These deleted concepts and scenes from the Alien movies eventually made their way into the sequels, including Romulus.


Star Wars: Eclipse From Quantic Dream Loses Lead Writer

The long dormant Star Wars: Eclipse has lost its lead writer at Heavy Rain and Detroit: Become Human developer Quantic Dream.


The Epic Games Store Officially Launches on Mobile Devices

After months of waiting, Epic has finally released a mobile version of the Epic Games Store, which is now available for Android devices worldwide as well as EU iOS devices.


The Union Review

The Union wastes its stars and locales with an unexciting adventure that only offers the overly-familiar.


Nicolas Cage Reportedly Will Play John Madden in Amazon's 'Madden' Film

Nicolas Cage is slated to step into the helmet of John Madden in Amazon MGM's upcoming biopic, according to Deadline.


Modern Warfare 2 Multiplayer Mod Canceled the Day Before Launch After Activision Sends Devs Cease and Desist

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered mod H2M has been canceled on the eve of its launch after its developers said they received a cease and desist letter from Activision.


The Best LEGO Sets for Kids in 2024

These LEGO sets, from the majestic tiger to a mosaic maker, aren't just for kids, but they're sure to please any kid who receives them.


FTC Announces Final Rule Prohibiting Fake, AI-Generated, and Misleading Product Reviews

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a final rule today that prohibits fake and AI-generated product reviews and testimonials, as well as stops businesses from purchasing reviews that express a particular sentiment, good or bad.


Silent Hill Creator's Slitterhead Gets Trailer Full of Beasties, Baddies, and Bloody Murder

Silent Hill creator Keiichiro Toyama and his studio Bokeh have released a new trailer for upcoming horror game Slitterhead, exclusively to IGN.


Bungie Apologizes for Accidentally Changing Player Names, Says Fix 'Will Take Some Time'

Bungie knows there are a lot of Destiny 2 players who had their in-game names changed against their will, but it’s not sure when a fix will arrive for everyone.


Matthew Perry's Assistant, Two Doctors Charged in Friends Actor's Death

Five people have been charged in the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry of ketamine overdose, including two doctors and Perry's personal assistant.


Alien: Romulus Post-Credits Scene Check-In (No Spoilers)

Does Alien: Romulus have any scenes to stick around for after the credits? We have the spoiler-free details!


GTA San Andreas VR Delayed 'Indefinitely' As Meta Focuses on Other Projects

A Meta spokesperson has officially confirmed that the VR version of GTA San Andreas for Meta Quest headsets has been put "on hold indefinitely."


Too Many Bones: Board Game Buying Guide and Expansions

Everything you need to know to play the dice-rolling board game Too Many Bones, including what you get with the base game and the many, many expansions.


Japanese Airline ANA Shares an Adorable Pokémon-Themed Safety Video

Japanese airline ANA partnered with Pokémon to create an adorable safety video featuring everyone’s favorite capturable monsters.


Amazon's Upcoming Masters of the Universe Film Finds Its Teela

Amazon MGM has officially announced that Riverdale star Camila Mendes has been cast to portray Teela in the live-action Masters of the Universe film.


Dragon Age: The Veilguard - Here’s What Comes in Each Edition

Everything you need to know to place your preorder for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, including what comes in each edition, how much it costs, where it's available, and more.


The Art of Dragon Age: The Veilguard Revealed by Dark Horse

Dark Horse just announced The Art of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, a new hardcover art book offering a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming RPG.


Dragon Age: The Veilguard Release Date Set for October

Dragon Age: The Veilguard finally has a release date. BioWare announced today that we can expect to see it out this Halloween.


New World: Aeternum Open Beta Begins in September

Amazon Games' refreshed massively multiplayer online role-playing game New World: Aeternum is getting an open beta in September.


Play Alien: Isolation & its DLC On PC For Under $10 Ahead of Alien: Romulus

Ahead of the release of Alien: Romulus, you can pick up Alien: Isolation to play on PC for under $10 from Fanatical.


Hisense U8N Review

The Hisense U8N compares favorably to the Samsung and LG alternatives in both price and performance, and its incredible brightness makes it a compelling choice for just about any room.


DC Chronicles Black Canary's Toughest Battle Ever in Best of the Best

DC has revealed Black Canary: Best of the Best, a star-studded new series that sees Dinah Lance training for the fight of her life.


The Terrifying (and Sometimes Terrible) History of Alien Games

From Pac-Man clone to isolated and alone, the history of Alien video games stretches back over 40 years.


Somber Echoes Is a Compelling, if Familiar, Metroidvania

After spending nearly two hours exploring a preview build of Somber Echoes, an upcoming Metroidvania from developer Rock Pocket Games, I've walked away feeling optimistic about its chances to stand out in a crowded field of similar titles. Though my short time with it didn't lead me to believe it'll be wildly inventive, its foreboding atmosphere, solid combat, and mobility-based exploration has left me feeling eager to see more.


Alone in the Dark Director Uwe Boll Mocks Borderlands Movie: 'Now You Wish I Directed'

Uwe Boll, the director of several video game movies, including the critically panned Alone in the Dark, has mocked Eli Roth's Borderlands adaptation, saying audiences probably wish he had helmed it.


Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Delayed to February 2025

Warhorse Studios has delayed medieval open world role-playing game Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 from 2024 to February 2025, though will release 25 minutes of gameplay later in August.


Persona 3 Reload Will 'Likely Never' Get the Female Protagonist, Producer Says

The Persona 3 Reload remake released in February 2024 will "likely never" get female protagonist Kotone Shiomi, who was introduced in a previous iteration of the game, its producer has said.


The Best iPad Deals Today (August 2024)

Get a brand new iPad for as low as $229, and more deals.


Official Batman Sequel Novel Releases in October, Preorders Now Discounted at Amazon

Batman 1989 is getting an official sequel in the form of a novel, and preorders are currently on sale at Amazon.


Best Nintendo Switch Deals Today (August 2024)

There are some incredible new Nintendo Switch deals happening right now, so we handpicked our absolute favorites to share with you. Here's what we found.


The Best Max Deals for August 2024

Here's the best price right now for Max subscriptions in 2024.


The Best Hulu Deals and Bundles Right Now (August 2024)

These are the best Hulu deals and bundles to check out so far in 2024.


How to Watch Rick and Morty: The Anime – Episode Release Schedule and Streaming

Wondering how to watch Rick and Morty: The Anime? We have all the information on the new Rick and Morty series, from episode release dates to streaming status.


The Knightling Is a Platformer That Lets You Use Your Shield as a Surfboard

The Knightling is an upcoming fantasy action-adventure focused on fast-paced combat and creative platforming in which you can surf around the game world on your shield.


Alien: Romulus Review

A back-to-basics approach to blockbuster horror boils everything fans love about the tonally-fluid franchise into one brutal, nerve-wracking experience.


Dustborn Review

Have some patience and this punk comic book caper will win you over with its weirdos.


Mario Games on Sale, Including Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door

Lots of Mario games for Nintendo Switch are on sale now on Woot, but make sure to use the promo code.


Overwatch 2 Season 12 Trailer Reveals World of Warcraft Crossover Tease and New Mythic Skin for Reaper

Blizzard has revealed the first full trailer for Overwatch 2 Season 12: New Frontiers, promising a proper debut for new support hero Juno, a Reaper Mythic skin, and a tease for what seems to be a World of Warcraft crossover.


How Are Blade Runner and Alien Connected?

We look at how the Alien and Blade Runner franchises have combined to form one of the most interesting almost-kinda-sorta shared cinematic universes ever.