The most powerful console ever is coming out of the woodwork. This is not a new Pro-model PS4 or some next-generation Xbox upgrade, but rather a completely new console looking to take some market share away from the big boys.
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The Retro Fighters N64 Controllers are now available for pre-order. After its popular Kickstarter campaign over a year ago and taking care of an issue with the early backer run, the Brawler64 Next Gen game pads have successfully made it to Amazon.
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In today’s best game deals, Best Buy is currently offering Overcooked! 2 for PS4 and Xbox One at $19.99 with free shipping on orders over $35 or free in-store pickup. That’s good for a $10 discount from the going rate, $1 under our previous mention, and one of the best deals we’ve seen. Head below for more game deals including The Coma: Recut, Burnout Paradise Remastered, and more.
A brand new Lemmings game is out. Sony came out of nowhere to announce the new free mobile game to just about everyone’s surprise. The classic puzzle franchise has been around in some way or other for nearly three decades now and it’s making a festive return just in time for the holidays.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, the App Store is continuing with the massive price drops. We have notable offers on Super Hydorah, Bastion, Transistor, Fantastical 2, Oddworld, Kingdom Rush Frontiers, and a whole lot more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:
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Thanks to our sponsor Digiarty Sofware, creators of the video processing app VideoProc, 9to5Toys readers can download VideoProc free (regularly $79) for a limited time.
Be sure to take advantage of this limited offer if you’re in the market for a new processing app for your 4K and HD video files. This multi-tool app offers users everything they need to edit, resize and convert their videos, along with a bunch of other useful and handy functions for downloading, managing and transferring videos. At no cost, it is definitely a good idea to test out the app to see how it can improve your video workflow. Head below for more details and key features of VideoProc.
Nintendo Switch is now the fastest selling console in the U.S., according to NDP. While reports suggested it might not actually hit the worldwide sales goal it had previously targeted, the U.S. numbers Nintendo is reporting today are looking good. That, on top of stellar software numbers fueled by the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, is leaving the company with good footing leading in to 2019. Head below for all the details.
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After over a decade of waiting for the next installment, Kingdom Hearts III gameplay footage and images have leaked online. With over a month to go until its scheduled release date, the game’s creator is urging fans to avoid spoilers at all costs while ensuring them that some of the game’s cinematic elements are not present in the leaked copies.
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Amazon offers the PlayStation Classic Console for $74.99 shipped with a $25 gift card added at checkout. Also at Target. Regularly $100, this is the first price drop we’ve tracked. Sony’s retro-infused console delivers 20 pre-loaded games, two controllers and a stunning physical recreation of the console itself. While reviews have been mixed amongst the gaming community, we found it to be enjoyable for what it is. That’s even more true at 25% off. More below and don’t forget to swing by our roundup of the best PlayStation Classic accessories to complete your new setup.
In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have notable price drops on Sketch Me!, Hatchi – A retro virtual pet, Demon’s Rise, ContactsXL and more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:
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The Outer Worlds is new game from Obsidian that has the internet on fire right now. Originally unveiled at the Game Awards last week, the debut trailer and subsequent detail drops are pointing at this thing being the sci-fi RPG gamers have been yearning for, especially after the disappointing Fallout 76 and the disastrous release of Mass Effect Andromeda. But don’t be confused, this is not just Fallout 5 with a new space age coat of paint either. Head below for some new details, gameplay footage, and more on The Outer Worlds.
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If you owned a SEGA Genesis during your childhood, there’s a good chance you’ll be ecstatic to hear that Amazon is bringing several of its classics to Fire TV devices. Popular titles include Sonic the Hedgehog 1 & 2, Sonic CD, Golden Axe 1-3, The Revenge of Shinobi, and many more. The total number of classics coming to Fire TV is 25, but there will be no need to buy each one individually as they will all be bundled together under the unsurprising name of SEGA Classics.
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While Sony’s new miniature replica console may not have had all the titles on it you would have hoped for, some hackers have already figure out how to add new games to PlayStation Classic. As expected, hackers have breached the new PS Classic and are playing all those games you wished were on there in the first place.
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We should have known that it would only be a matter of time until Nintendo’s brilliant Joy-Con design would be copied by another company. At first you would think Sony or Microsoft may be to blame, but no, it’s Xiaomi. Following the release of the latest Black Shark gaming phone earlier this year, Xiaomi’s new Gamepad 2.0 is comprised of two controllers that slide onto the sides of the Black Shark. The controllers pair using Bluetooth, offer a joystick and D-pad on the left, a touchpad and ABXY buttons on the right, and triggers on the top of both.
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The PlayStation holiday deals are now here. While Microsoft got an early jump, having kicked off its official price drops as early as last Monday, Sony is ready to launch its Christmas offerings starting today. Head below for all the details.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is one of the best updates to the franchise in years. In fact, we even called it “our favorite CoD in years” in our full review. Though the game has gotten some nice updates so far (like Nuketown), it’s time for Call of Duty: Black Ops 4’s largest content update yet: Operation Absolute Zero.
Treyarch will be updating multiple aspects of the game tomorrow, December 11th starting first on PlayStation 4. You’ll soon have a new Specialist to choose from named Zero, new guns, and even Blackout will be getting some updates. Read on to learn more.
We are getting some new DOOM levels for the original title soon. Co-creator John Romero has announced that a series of new stages and multiplayer are maps are coming at the top of the new year for one of the most influential titles in gaming history. Head below for all the details.
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Earlier in the year, we got a first look at the Playstation Classic. And now that the miniature console is out and making some first impressions, Sony’s nostalgia-driven gaming device could use some improvements. Accessory maker 8Bitdo is no stranger to augmenting the features of the Classic consoles that have been popping recently. Today the company has unveiled its latest add-on, the USB Wireless Adapter for PS Classic. Head below for a closer look and when you’ll be able to bring one home for yourself.
We are here to bring you all the best Game Awards highlights. The annual celebration of games has become the main ceremony for the industry over the last number of years and is always rife with new game trailers. This year God of War and Red Dead Redemption 2 were the big winners and we got a whole load of world premiere reveal trailers, new game footage, and much more from some of the biggest names in the industry. Geoff Keighley spared no expense with this year’s celebration and secured some amazing exclusives. Head below for a quick look at some of the best 2018 Game Awards highlights.
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The much-anticipated Sony PlayStation Classic was released earlier this week. And despite some flaws, which we covered in our review, it’s still a delightful trip down nostalgia lane. Setting aside any personal feelings about the selected titles, there are still ways to improve the gaming experience. Adding a few low-cost PlayStation Classic accessories can help take your setup to the next level. Head below for our top picks.
Today is your last day to capitalize on Super Smash Bros. Ultimate pre-order deals. Easily the most anticipated Nintendo Switch release since The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, we are less than 24 hours away from launch and time is winding down on early deals. Head below for all of the best options and more.
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Playing older games has become quite a popular hobby over the last few years. For this reason it has become very common practice for game developers to not only re-release once-popular games, but sometimes even give them a facelift. If Crash Team Racing is one of the games that you have found yourself longing to play again, you will be relieved, and perhaps even ecstatic, to hear that a remaster is likely to be announced in the near future.
Update: @dman2582 won our giveaway and has been contacted. Thank you to all that entered.
Back in September, Sony surprised us by announcing the PlayStation Classic. This retro remake follows in the steps of Nintendo and has arrived just in time for the holiday season. This miniature console delivers 20 games with old favorites like Final Fantasy VII, Jumping Flash, Ridge Racer Type 4, Tekken 3, and Wild Arms.
After a few months of waiting, it’s now in our hands. We’re also giving 9to5Toys readers a chance to win one as well before Christmas. Head below for a few brief thoughts and to learn how you can have a Sony PlayStation Classic under the tree this year.
We are getting some new retro Switch Online games today. That includes one ninja classic, a bunch of Lolo environmental puzzles and Mario’s other arch nemesis, Wario. Head below for all the details.
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It looks like Bethesda is finally giving in and now handing out the actual canvas West Tek bag it was supposed to ship in the first place. The Collector’s Edition of Fallout 76 appeared to include what was labeled a canvas carrying bag. But eager fans were extremely disappointed when they opened up their $200 CE bundle to find a flimsy, wrinkled nylon variant. If you happened to have jumped on the pricey bundle ahead of launch, head below for more details on how to get that trashy nylon bag replaced with the thing you actually bought.
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The official Xbox One holiday deals are here. It was a busy Black Friday/Cyber Monday for gaming price drops to say the least, but we aren’t done just yet. Microsoft has now taken to its official blog to announce the upcoming holiday promotions for Xbox One S, Xbox One X, wireless controllers, and Game Pass, among others. While some deals will kick off next week, others are live right now. Head below for all the details.
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We have known for a while now that Red Dead Online was going to officially launch up to a few months after the main game hit in late October. And we now have more details on when you’ll be able to jump in. For some lucky gamers, that will be today, but either way you should be able to get in to the beta within the next week or so. Head below for all the details.
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Native Instruments is one of our favorite software makers when it comes to music production. It has been a staple in my personal arsenal and home studio for many years and I really can’t recommend its products enough. While certainly not the most affordable software synths, sampler instruments and DJ rigs out there, Native Instruments just kicked-off its Thanksgiving sale on several of its flagship apps. So now is a great time to take your home studio/Logic Pro X setup to the next level. Head below for all the details.
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We first reported on PUBG’s arrival to PlayStation back in September when it was just a rumor. Now, two months later (almost exactly), we’ve learned that PUBG PS4 will finally launch on December 7th.
There will be pre-order bonuses for those who want it, and both disk or digital copies available. For those who don’t want to pay $60 for Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 (our review) just to play Blackout, or wait until next year for Battlefield V’s Firestorm, this is a great option for PlayStation 4 gamers.
Parsing through such a ridiculous number of sales can be a daunting task to say the least. But don’t worry, we are here to highlight the absolute best Black Friday gaming deals before they happen. We have already seen just about every major Black Friday 2018 ad and there are some clear winners emerging when it comes to consoles, games and accessories. Head below for a full breakdown of all best Black Friday 2018 gaming deals.
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Ok, let’s be real. One of the best (and worst) maps in Call of Duty history is Nuketown. I first got my taste of small maps with Modern Warfare: 2 on Rust, but Nuketown takes the cake in this writer’s opinion. Now, finally, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 Nuketown is here.
So far, Nuketown has made appearances in all Call of Duty: Black Ops games, from the original to both II and III. The layout always remains the same, though the aesthetics are generally changed up from game to game. I can’t wait to dive into Nuketown on Black Ops 4, as it has been on my wishlist since our review.
Update 11/12 @ 9:25 AM: The Super Mario Party bundle is now up for preorder at Best Buy for $99.99 shipped. GCU members will be able to lock it in for $79.99.
Mario Party is just one of those titles that seems like a must-have for the Switch. Nintendo finally realized many fans’ desire to go head-to-head with their friends for a board game-esque showdown. With the series’ latest having been on store shelves for a little over a month, Nintendo has unveiled its newest bundle. Not only will you be able to pick up the hit party game alongside a fresh pair of new Joy-Con colorways, but you’ll also score some savings. Head below for more details on the upcoming Super Mario Party bundle.
The new 8Bitdo GBros. is a wireless GameCube controller adapter for Nintendo Switch. Pro or not, many people still prefer the classic controller for Super Smash Bros. and with Ultimate’s release right around the corner now, this one might be worth a closer look.
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Nostalgia and classical games seem to be making a comeback. We’ve got the PlayStation Classic, rumors of the Nintendo 64 Classic, SNES Classic, and now SEGA Genesis Classics for Nintendo Switch.
This new launch is different from the others, though. While the PlayStation Classic and other relaunches actually rebuilt the entire console, this will let you play SEGA Genesis Classics on your Nintendo Switch. Already launched on other consoles, we can’t wait to get our hands on this title for Switch in early December.
It looks like Legend of Zelda and Donkey Kong mobile games could be on the way. Some recent trademark filings by Nintendo are pointing at the possibility of new products or remakes from the iconic franchises.
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The Nintendo Switch is one of the world’s best-selling consoles. Though sales started to dwindle a few months ago, the company was closing in on 20,000,000 units sold back in July. One feature that many Switch owners want, but have never been given any word on, is a YouTube app. Currently, the only streaming app that is on the Switch is Hulu. Could we finally see YouTube on Nintendo Switch? We’ll find out on November 8th.
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To celebrate its 1-year anniversary, Blizzard and Battle.net are offering Destiny 2 for FREE to anyone who downloads and claims the game. Getting the game is super simple. If you already have a Blizard/Battle.net account, just claim and download the game from Battle.net. It’s that easy. If you don’t yet have an account, just create one and then enable SMS Protect to claim the game license. Those who already own Destiny 2 will receive an exclusive emblem not available anywhere else, which becomes available in December.
Mobile gaming is a huge industry these days. Even desktop and console titles like Fortnite and PlayerUnknowns: Battlegrounds have found their way to iPhone and Android. The one place sorely lacking with mobile gaming, however, is controller support. But that’s where Rotor Riot comes in.
Playing on a touchscreen is fine for titles like Subway Surfers or Clash of Clans, but for a fast-paced title like Fortnite, PUBG, or even Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, a controller is a must. Through mobile controllers already exist, one that fully mimicked consoles with proper L3/R3 buttons was missing…that is, until now.
If Super Smash Bros. Ultimate isn’t clearly the biggest Nintendo release of the year, it is certainly one of the most anticipated. After announcing that every character in Smash history would be making an appearance at E3 2018, back in August director Masahiro Sakurai dropped a series of new characters, game modes and much more. This morning Nintendo broadcasted the final Smash Bros.-focused Direct event before release and it didn’t disappoint.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have notable price drops on Bloons Supermonkey 2, PlantSnap Plant Identification, OTTTD: Over The Top Tower Defense, Waking Mars, The Secret of Monkey Island, and more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:
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This afternoon we have a number of VPN deals via 9to5Toys Specials available with prices starting at $19 per year. With Congress more active than ever in overturning privacy laws, it’s a good time to consider using a VPN. Aside from added protection on public Wi-Fi networks, say at Starbucks and the like, these services help you surf the web anonymously and enjoy greater peace of mind. Head below for a selection of deals from NordVPN, Private Internet Access and more.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is probably one of the most anticipated games of 2018. Launching two weeks ago, this game has quickly become one of my favorite CoD games ever, possibly my all-time favorite. In our full Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 review, we’ll take a look at all game modes and gameplay.
From a revamped multiplayer to a brand-new Zombies storyline and the new Blackout game mode, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 will be on most gamers wishlists this holiday season.
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We are now on the eve of one of the most anticipated game releases in recent memory. Yes, we are all stoked for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Fallout 76, but it’s been 8 long years in the making for Rockstar’s Red Dead Redemption 2. If you haven’t yet pre-ordered the game, there are loads of great deals out there today on console bundles from just about all major retailers, as well some great offers on just the game itself. Head below for everything you need to know to get the best value on your late Red Dead Redemption 2 pre-order.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have notable price drops on Purely Vegan, Gods Wars I:Lost Angel, The Great Photo App, Brave Guardians TD, D&D Lords of Waterdeep and more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:
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We have already detailed our expectations and the best ways to prepare for Nintendo and Xbox deals this year, but now it’s time for PlayStation Black Friday 2018. Likely only a couple weeks away from official announcements from Sony, head below for everything you need to know about the best PlayStation 4 Pro, PS VR and game deals of the year.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have notable price drops on Neo Monsters, Hidden Folks, Ticket to Ride, Pandemic: The Board Game and more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:
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On top of fashion, giant UHDTVs and Apple gear, gaming is one of the most popular product categories for holiday shoppers. Xbox Black Friday 2018 is likely going to be a big one this year considering how many deals we have been seeing on Microsoft’s flagship hardware throughout 2018. While not everyone is open for Thanksgiving, Microsoft’s Black Friday game deals will be everywhere as early as mid-November, and you won’t want to miss it. Head below for everything you need to prepare for the upcoming onslaught of Xbox One deals.
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