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It’s been about a year since Sony released firmware update 2.0 for the PlayStation 4, when the system finally got Share Play and new streaming features. Since then, several other updates have come to the console to implement new features - like Suspend/Resume - and many, many system stability updates. Since then, PS4 owners have been eager for the next major update, but lately they’ve been pretty minor. Apparently, that’s going to change within the coming weeks, as the first details on PS4 update 3....

The PlayStation 5 finally has a release date - and it’s only a few months away. After the pre-order debacle, Sony has been working overtime to make sure there is stock of the new console all around the world. But it seems one celebrity may already have their hands on a PS5. Rapper Travis Scott recently posted an image to his Instagram sporting the brand new PlayStation 5 DualSense controller. A PS5 console is not featured in the image, but considering the image caption is “I will be playing until the sun up” it’s logical he has the console as well....

Although the Rainbow Six franchise has been out of the limelight for a while now, the series is set to make a huge splash in 2015 with Rainbow Six Siege. Built as a multiplayer-focused, tactical experience, Rainbow Six Siege offers players a chance to coordinate as if they are bona fide Rainbow Six members, working against a team of smart AI opponents or other players. By nature, Rainbow Six Siege is a game that needs a clear focus and a lot of rigorous testing....

As Benjamin Franklin once famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” The increasing value of Pokemon trading cards would likely be added to that statement were he alive today, as a particular fire-type card is currently going for a huge amount. Beginning in its native Japan in 1996, the Pokemon TCG came to the United States three years later in 1999. The “Pokemania” craze the franchise created stateside over 20 years ago doesn’t appear to have subsided, as a first-edition booster box recently sold for $300,000....

PlayStation continues to impress with its big reveal events, with tons of gameplay demos and trailers showing off the PS5’s power. One demo in particular was particularly inspiring, for a few reasons. Not only is Ratchet & Clank back and even better, but Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart was one of the most technically impressive PS5 games shown during the event. From the utilization of the PS5’s new hardware to the graphical fidelity in the trailer alone, Rift apart looks like a true sequel....

If we’re being realistic, Trophies are little more than worthless virtual accolades. They provide a sense of meaning to our gaming exploits, and reward players with a welcome dose of serotonin as small notifications appear upon the completion of levels or the defeat of a particularly annoying boss - but what was once a novel enhancement of the gaming experience has now become the status quo, with many overlooking these awards in favour of just playing the games themselves....

Ubisoft is, unfortunately, no stranger to controversy. Just this year, two creative directors were suspended for claims of misconduct against them, and three more of the company’s employees resigned weeks later. Since then, the creator of Beyond Good and Evil and Rayman—Michel Ancel—retired from gaming in a surprise announcement. Days later, a French magazine reported that Ancel was accused of creating a hostile work environment by verbally abusing staff members. Ancel has since denied those accusations....

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Mission Control is proud to announce that it has secured $1.75 million in seeding funding to further develop its rec league gaming platform. The organization looks to empower community centers, recreation departments and other similar groups with he tools needed to carry out their own esports leagues. The funding round is lead by Dundee Venture Capital, alongside M25, Cultivation Capital, and MATH Venture Partners. Mission Control is at its core dedicated towards the further gathering and growth of communities that are best described as digitally organized social experiences....

Red Dead Redemption 2 is filled with a plethora of treacherous and unsavory characters. The city of St. Denis, in particular, houses a nest of dangerous vipers. The worst among them is arguably Angelo Bronte, a local Italian crimelord. His character represents the burgeoning influence of the American Mafia in its infancy. Although not the main villain of the game, Bronte plays a significant role in the St. Denis chapter. Throughout their dealings with Bronte, Dutch’s gang realizes that he’s not a man to be trusted....

Last week, Rockstar Games rolled out The Doomsday Heist update to Grand Theft Auto Online. The heist tasks players with saving the world from total destruction and promises intense, over the top action and some serious entertainment for players. But the heist isn’t the only thing introduced by the update, as fans have uncovered files that hint at a Red Dead Redemption 2-themed quest. The uncovered files seem to suggest that Grand Theft Auto Online will be getting a Red Dead Redemption 2 related treasure hunt that will offer a chance to get a special weapon....

Who knew that the man who ruined Joker’s reputation would also be the man attempting to gain total control over Japan? Finally, after avoiding assassination and being forced into hiding, players of Persona 5 get the chance to stop the unjust megalomaniac who thrust them into this mess in the first place: Masayoshi Shido. However, Shido’s power and influence aren’t just felt in the real world: his cognitive Palace holds some of the toughest Shadows in the game, and its sheer length tests the endurance of any player....

We recently sat down with Koei Tecmo Games’ president Hisashi Koinuma, and he confirmed to us that believes Persona 5 Strikers to be one of the best Musou, or “Warriors,” spin-off games, validating TheGamer’s Cian Maher, who gave the game a glowing review earlier this year. In our interview, which admittedly was supposed to focus on Samurai Warriors 5, we asked Koinuma-san which was his personal favourite Omega Force game, and we were surprised to see that it’s a spin-off and not an original title....

A new trailer has dropped for PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, showing off some of the improvements that are coming to the next versions of the game. At today’s PC Gaming Show as part of E3 2017, the following video for PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds was unveiled and shows off animations for climbing and vaulting, as well as some beautiful new weather effects. Something that’s always been a cause of complaint for the game’s online fan base was the ability to get stuck behind even the smallest of obstacles....

Playing the Monster Hunter Rise Demo will net you some additional items in the full game, as it will check if you have any save data from the demo when you start the game. The Monster Hunter Rise demo launched on January 8, giving fans their first taste of the latest entry in the series. The demo has two single-player tutorials, which teach the player about Palamute mounts, the Wirebug mechanic, and how to ride Wyvern-class monsters....

The Pokémon generation 8 starters are loved by so many fans because of their adorable faces and interesting abilities. Fans love seeing this Grass-type monkey in fan art and this list will rank some of the best pieces of art that fans will find of Grookey. This little monkey has some talented artist fans! It’s always a happy little monkey and so many pieces of fan art display this. This list will show fans a bunch of different adorable pictures that offer unique takes on the Grass-type starter....

Steel-type Pokémon are praised for their massive Defense stat and bulk. Prior to Generation VI, they would primarily be used as defensive tanks who would provide support to their allies. However, with the introduction of Fairy-types, Steel-types gained new potential as offensive threats who have the advantage over Fairies. Because of this resurgence, the need for viable Steel-type moves in competitive battling has gone up. Still, there are certain Steel moves that tend to be overshadowed by the likes of the popular Iron Head and Flash Cannon....

Fairy-type Pokémon were first introduced in Generation 6, and fans quickly became enamored with the typing because it was so unique from every other variety of Pokémon that had been introduced into the series at the time. Fans will find that there very many powerful Fairy-type Pokémon, especially since the Fairy-typing is super effective against Dragon-types. A lot of players love Fairy-type Pokémon during a battle; however, they may not be aware of the best moves and movesets to teach their Fairy-types....

The Pokémon franchise has grown into one of the most popular series in the world and it’s incredible to see how a simple video game has been able to evolve, both as a series of games, as well as an entire industry. It’s also impressive to see just how many unique Pokémon have been created over the years, with the creatures still feeling fresh. One of the bigger changes to the series was the addition of baby Pokémon and pre-evolved forms, many of which represent a softer side of the Pokémon species....

Trainers level 40 and above in Pokémon GO can now use a Remote Raid Pass to take part in any Raid Battle they can see on the map. Niantic continues to do everything it can think of to allow players to play Pokémon GO alone and even from home. The 3 km entry fee for its Battle League has been waved, hatch distances of all eggs have been halved, and even events like last weekend’s Abra Community Day have been changed so they are more social distancing friendly....