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After a couple of impressive sales over the summer, Sony has now launched its yearly Big in Japan fall PlayStation sale. Featuring a massive list of game and DLC deals, you’ll find some significant price drops on classic remakes, Mega Man titles, Final Fantasy, Resident Evil games, and much more. Head over to this morning’s roundup for the rest of today’s best game deals and down below for our top picks from the Big in Japan sale.
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After initially debuting its version of the NES classic console last year, SNK has now unveiled the new NEOGEO Arcade Stick Pro. Designed as both a companion device for its NEOGEO mini and as a console, the hybrid device brings a fight stick and a series of classic games to your setup. Head below for more details.
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Another day, another retro console. For several years now, we’ve been inundated by a flurry of game console re-releases. Whether it be the NES, SNES, or PlayStation Classic, a large majority of what we’ve seen has typically been retro hardware released directly from its original manufacturers. Evercade, an upcoming console, takes a different approach by supporting a wide range of titles thanks to direct partnerships with several major publishers.
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Depending on your age, you’re either astonished that SEGA Dreamcast is 20 years old today or it’s a relic unfamiliar to your gaming knowledge. There were plenty of consoles before it and certainly a steady stream since. But SEGA’s late ’90s gem set the stage for the next generation of gaming in a number of ways. It offered improvements on the foundation PlayStation had set before it and served as a jumping-off point for the following decade. So 20 years later we’re left to reflect on all that was good about the Dreamcast and hope only that SEGA will give it the retro console reboot we’ve seen from so many other beloved gaming icons…

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Not only are we getting some free Celeste DLC today in the form of Chapter 9: Farwell, but we are also seeing a very notable price drop on the main experience. A game that started out as a 4-day game jam prototype has since garnered indie darling status as one of the most talked-about smaller titles over the last year or so. Now available on all major gaming platforms, including Mac and Linux, you can close out Madeline’s epic adventure in Celeste for free. All the details are down below.
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It looks like Nintendo has been experimenting with bendable Joy-Con. A recent US patent shows off what appears to be a hinged Joy-Con docked to the Switch itself. After an extremely busy end-of-summer with new SNES controllers, Switch Online Super Nintendo games, new Star Wars remakes, Switch Lite, and new cases, Nintendo might not be done just yet. All the details are down below.
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While most of us spent the day waiting for the new online SNES games to go live, Nintendo teased a mysterious new Switch motion controller peripheral. Featured in a brief teaser trailer, the new Switch ring accessory links up with your Joy-Con to offer some kind of “new experience for Nintendo Switch”. You’ll find that footage and more details down below.
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Nintendo blew up the internet yesterday with its new SNES Switch games library. While eager fans had to wait out most of the day before the first 20 games in the collection became available on the eShop, they appear to be live for just about everyone now. While most expected the SNES library to grow on a regular basis much the same as the NES offerings have been, that now appears as though it will not be the case. Head below for more.
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NBA fans know that over the last decade or so, there’s only been one option when it came to a true virtual basketball simulation. 2K Studios has enjoyed leader of the pack status for some time now with its basketball franchise, while competitors like NBA Live have fallen to the wayside. While Madden and FIFA have healthy followings, no video game release enjoys the same type of annual fervor quite like 2K Day. With a huge portion of NBA rosters turning over this summer following an unforgettable stretch of free agency, the hype was through the roof for the latest edition of NBA 2K. The 2019-20 version is set for launch today and that means it’s time to share my thoughts on the latest edition, which I’ve been able to play for the past few days. Head below for this year’s NBA 2K20 review.

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If you’re a Star Wars fan of old, then you likely have played (or know about) Jedi Knight. The age-old game from the early 2000s was a staple of Star Wars fan’s libraries for many years. In fact, the game is still a part of my Steam library, however old it may be. However, the once classic game is making a comeback, this time on Nintendo’s latest platform. That’s right, Star Wars Jedi Knight and Jedi Knight II are coming to Nintendo Switch and PS4 soon.

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PowerA is no stranger to the Nintendo accessory market, and today the company has showcased its new Mewtwo Pokémon Switch case. This upcoming add-on to the hybrid console is now available for pre-order at Amazon and will run you $24.99. This is one of the more unique cases that we’ve seen from third-party accessory makers and brings the 150th Pokémon alongside a slick black and purple colorway. It features a sturdy outer shell with rubberized handle and zips closed to keep accessories in their place while traveling. Head below for additional details, or swing by the Amazon listing to lock in your pre-order now.

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If you have been waiting on Overwatch for Switch, wait no longer. Well, a little bit longer anyway. Blizzard’s popular hero shooter is apparently coming to Switch next month if recent leaks rings true. The announcement was initially scheduled for tonight’s Nintendo Direct presentation but has now made its way to the internet some 8 hours ahead of schedule. More details below.
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SteelSeries, a 9to5 favorite, just introduced its latest gaming headset. The SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless works with Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, and mobile. This headset is built to use a USB-C wireless dongle so it’s compatible with just about every platform. The Arcis 1 is the “ultimate 4-in-1 wireless headset”. Keep reading to find out more.

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After catching a quick glimpse at the New York Toy Fair a few months back, we now have more details on the new Arcade1Up Street Fighter cocktail arcade. The upcoming arcade cabinet takes on a table-top format, as opposed to the 3/4-sized vertical units the company is known for, and is already up for pre-order. More details below.
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LEGO Star Wars Battles is a new mobile game coming to iOS and Android. Warner Bros. describes it as a “brand-new action strategy” experience designed from the ground up for iPhone and Android devices. Featuring a massive selection of Star Wars characters from the entire saga (and beyond), the game features strategic, real-time battles, multiplayer and much more. Head below for all the details.
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Tracking feet in VR has proven to be complex. Top this off with just how ridiculous and uncomfortable it can be to strap on a ton of wearable gear and it’s pretty clear there’s a large number of hurdles that need to be overcome in order for it to become mainstream. With the upcoming launch of 3dRudder on PlayStation VR, Sony’s popular console is receiving another simple way to enjoy even more immersive experiences.
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A new official Nintendo Switch Lite case has been spotted. The first-party snap-on case is designed to offer some protection for your new Nintendo handheld while still leaving the footprint slim enough to slide in your pocket. Although, it’s hard to say when it will come available. All the details are down below.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some notable price drops including Riptide GP: Renegade, Sheltered, The Escapists: Prison Escape, Worms3 and many more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:

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After a series of successful crossovers with the folks at Nintendo, Hasbro is now unveiling Sonic the Hedgehog Monopoly. Part of the Monopoly Gamer series, the latest collaboration product sees the star of Sega’s famous mascot platformer gracing the classic board game with a series of themed enhancements. All of the details are down below.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some notable price drops including Week Calendar Widget Pro, Train Conductor, Dr. Panda & Toto’s Treehouse, Find Bluetooth, Reigns: Game of Thrones, Valleys Between and many more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:

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Not only has Yacht Club announced the new Shovel Knight Dig game, but we also have more details on a series of updates and enhancements for the original. After a seemingly endless run of post-release content, everyone’s favorite shovel-wielding knight is getting a brand new game and even more content for the initial outing. Head below for the debut trailer and more details.
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On the heels of the D23 expo, some classic Disney games are now scheduled for re-release on current generation consoles. Both beloved and infamous due to some difficult platforming, 90’s classics Aladdin and The Lion King are being bundled together in the new Disney Games package. Head below for all the details and the debut trailer.
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The Spyro Trilogy for Switch and PC is on the way. Mid-2018 saw the release of the Spyro Reignited Trilogy for PS4 and Xbox One, but the miniature cartoon dragon was never scheduled to come to Nintendo’s hybrid console, or Steam for that matter. However, along with today’s launch trailer from Insomniac Games and Activision, we now have official release dates for both Switch and PC. All the details are down below.
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Activision and Infinity Ward just finished up a weekend with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare’s Gunfight mode in alpha. It was open to all players, even those who hadn’t pre-ordered the game yet. I spent quite a bit of time in both Gunfight and Gunfight OSP modes and here are my thoughts.

This post will mainly focus on the actual gameplay of Gunfight mode if you want to learn more, read up in our announcement post here.

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After being officially announced back in July, the new Nintendo Switch model is now available at most major retailers. Not to be confused with the upcoming portable Switch Lite, the latest update to the Switch standard features a number of internal enhancements over the existing model. And we are already starting to see some opportunities to score one at a major discount. Read on for more details.
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As any professional producer/engineer will attest to, getting that famous Brian May guitar sound is no small feat. The legendary Queen rocker has employed a number of odd techniques in combination with very specific signal chains over the years in order to cement himself as one the world’s greatest. The folks over at IK Multimedia, however, have now teamed up with May and his long-time technical team to painstakingly recreate his rig for the rest of us. All the details are down below.
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We now have more details on the official new eFootball PES 2020 Mobile game coming to iOS and Android. Tied directly to this year’s entry in the long-running PES soccer franchise, Konami is dishing out information on the game at Gamescom 2019. Along with a series of new updates and features to the core experience, Konami appears to be completely overhauling the handheld side of things in preparation for a big release this fall. Head below for all the details.
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NeatherRealm has released details on new Mortal Kombat 11 characters. We now have official confirmation of the complete roster from the game’s add-on Kombat Pack by way of today’s Official Roster Reveal Trailer. While some of these character’s were already rumored to be making an appearance, we are now getting release dates as well as our first really good look at the character models. Head below for all the details.
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Today we are getting our first official Marvel’s Avengers gameplay footage. Outside of a short-lived leak and the very brief glimpse we caught during the E3 presentation this year, it’s still hard to tell exactly what we are getting with this one. Fortunately, today’s 18+ minute gameplay demo will at least get the general public caught up with those lucky enough to see this footage behind-closed-doors at E3 2019. Head below for all the details and today’s Marvel’s Avengers: A-Day Prologue Gameplay Footage.
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If you’re anything like me, then you’re likely waiting for the next Call of Duty with bated breath. I cannot wait for the remake of Modern Warfare to hit, as the original series was among my favorite Call of Duty games ever. Well, we’re getting our first taste of the latest from Infinity Ward this weekend in an open 2v2 alpha test for all on PlayStation 4. That’s right, this is exclusive to PlayStation gamers for now, but if you have Sony’s latest console, then you can enjoy Modern Warfare in alpha form before all of your friends from August 23rd to 25th.

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The Dell-owned Alienware brand is known for delivering hardware focused on bringing top-notch gaming gear to those who want it. With a new Alienware 4K OLED monitor with incredible specifications on the way, the brand is lifting gamer’s expectations to even greater heights.

This 55-inch beast was originally announced earlier this year at CES, but today at Gamescom 2019, even more information regarding the specifications, release, and pricing of the new Alienware 4K OLED monitor was shared. Alongside quite a bit of I/O, it will be able to handle 4K at 120Hz, a notable achievement that will pave the way for better refresh rates than what is typically seen in UHD gaming.
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We are getting a massive batch of new Switch indie games this year and beyond. The Switch has its fair share of big-time AAA games like Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey, but the platform is also well-known for its indie support. The Switch and the upcoming Switch Lite are ideal for taking these smaller titles with you on-the-go and the list of games is about to get much more extensive. Head below for all of the best titles announced at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase.
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Sony is set to introduce some new DualShock 4 controllers along with a brand new take on its Gold Wireless headset for PS4. Sony usually comes out of the woodwork with a series of new colorways for its PS4 gamepad around this time of year in order to ramp up for the holiday shopping season, and 2019 is no exception. Head below for a closer look at the new PlayStation peripherals.
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The highly-anticipated Sega Genesis Mini is slated to be released next month. While the console is expected to be greeted with much fanfare (think more NES Classic than PlayStation Classic), some details are still rather thin. We know which games to expect and how much it will cost you, but the overall experience is somewhat still shrouded in secrecy. Today, a large number of reviews hit the web giving us a better picture of what the Sega Genesis Mini will deliver to gamers. Head below for a quick look at what we learned from today’s batch of hands-on experiences.

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EA has now unveiled Need for Speed Heat. Nearly two years after the release of Payback, EA and Ghost Games are back with the latest installment in the long running racing franchise. Today we are getting the debut reveal trailer with a brief look at the new sun soaked environment and a taste of the overall vibe of the games’s narrative. Head below for a closer look.
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It looks as though Nintendo could be in the preparation phase of launching SNES games for Switch alongside a new Super Nintendo-style controller. Eagle-eyed members of the Resetera forum found an FCC filing which shows Nintendo’s interest in a new Switch controller and possibly the games to support it. Head below for all the details.
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While not exactly a Call of Duty Black Ops remake, recent rumors are suggesting the 2020 COD will also be a reboot of some kind. Earlier this year, Activision made this year’s not-quite-remastered Modern Warfare official and it now appears a similar approach will be taken to next year’s installment.
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If you own multiple gaming systems, like PlayStation, Xbox, PC, or Switch, then you know the struggle of moving saved game progress from one platform to another. Some games allow it, some don’t. Destiny 2: New Light is about to launch with Google Stadia in a few months, and something that I’ve been looking forward to was the “cross saving” ability. Owning multiple gaming systems, this is huge for me. Here’s how you’ll use cross save with Destiny 2 on every platform.

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The new Twitch Studio app is on the way. The streaming platform recently unveiled its in-house live broadcasting app designed to help new content creators dive in to the streaming platform as easily as possible. The beta program is now live so be sure to head below for more details and how to sign-up.
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Anyone who’s logged some playtime on an NES has undoubtedly booted up hits like Mario, Donkey Kong or Zelda. With those titles having already been added to Switch Online, for August’s new additions, Nintendo is pulling out some NES deep cuts. For the first time in over a decade, you’ll be able to officially play Kung-Fu Heroes and Vice: Project Doom here in the United States. Head below for all the details and for when you’ll be able enjoy the obscure vintage releases.

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Dear Esther for iOS will release later this year. Developer Chinese Room took to Twitter to announce the upcoming arrival of its beloved indie game on Apple’s handheld devices. All the details are down below.
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Whatever you do, go download DuckTales Remastered while you still can. The remake of the beloved NES game made a refreshed appearance on current generation consoles a few years back now and has since been available as both a physical purchase and a digital download on Xbox One/360, PS3, Wii U and PC. Unfortunately and somewhat mysteriously, Capcom has decided to drain Scrooge’s money bin out and remove all currently available digital copies of the classic title. Head below for all the details and to make sure you secure a copy before it’s seemingly gone forever.
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Readdle has now updated its popular PDF Expert app for iOS. The regularly $10 app has now been updated to PDF Expert 7 and will now be FREE on the App Store. Readdle has added a PRO tier with an additional set of features for $50 per year via in-app purchases. However, according to the update notes, “all the features you used and loved are still there and improved, so you can use them as before at no extra cost.” That means you can update to PDF Expert 7 for nothing via the App Store or jump in for the first time. Head below for more details.
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If you’re like me, you’ve been enjoying some Season 2 of Apex Legends lately. Though I wasn’t a huge Fortnite fan, EA’s and Respawn’s battle royale really got me hooked. Up until now, the only way to play Apex Legends was in a group of three…there is no solo or duo option, nor a quads mode. But, that’s all set to change next week with the Iron Crown Collection Event, which will introduce a new Solos mode to Apex Legends.

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Journey for iOS is out now! After debuting its new Sky: Children of the Light game on iOS and Apple TV a couple months ago, celebrated indie developer Thatgamecompany has now quietly released its groundbreaking title Journey on Apple’s digital marketplace. Head below for more.
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