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SteelSeries has launched its latest gaming headset, the Artis Nova Pro. Designed in Denmark, the company has overhauled the headset with greater sound quality, software controls and a new look. Ideal for PC, Xbox and PlayStation, the Artis Nova Pro is available in both wired and wireless options. Gamers can tune out their surroundings with active noise cancellation. The headphones use Sonar Software and AI-powered ClearCast Gen 2 technology to cancel out background noise and keyboard sounds. Another new feature of the model is its 360-degree spatial audio, functioning to make sound more realistic and the gaming experience more immersive. Architecturally-speaking, the headsets now have four additional points of adjustment, aided by its adjustable ear cups and tension band. For a unique look...

Following rumors and leaks, Activision Blizzard has now officially announced the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II. The studio recently released a teaser trailer noting the October 28 release of the sequel to 2019’s Modern Warfare reboot. Although the teaser does not reveal any gameplay, the video does show artwork from the upcoming title. Some familiar characters featured include John “Soap” MacTavish, Simon “Ghost” Riley, Captain John Price, Kyle “Gaz” Garrick and Alejandro Vargas. It is also interesting to note that the teaser showed a quick flash of text reading “J-8-22,” hinting at a June 28 gameplay reveal. Watch the teaser trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II now expected to release October 28 above. In case you missed it, this is what a Pokémon Red and Blue remake c...

Pokémon GO will soon receive its first Ultra Beast, according to a new teaser posted to the game’s official social media accounts. The visual confirms the arrival of Nihilego, the Parasite Pokémon, in the mobile title, though it does not disclose when or how the Ultra Beast will enter the game. “These don’t look familiar,” the game teases in its caption. “What’s going on, Trainers?!” Nihilego is one of 11 Ultra Beasts that have previously appeared in Pokémon Sun/Moon and Pokémon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. Alongside the introduction of Ultra Beasts, it seems as though Pokémon GO players will also receive access to Ultra Recon Squad cosmetics for their personal avatars. While it is unknown when the inaugural Ultra Beast will land in Pokémon GO, it’s important to take...

Building on the popularity of the Pokémon video game remakes, Japanese Twitter user @pokeyugami created an updated take on Pokémon Red and Blue. Originally released back in 1996 for the Nintendo Game Boy, the titles explored the Kanto region and served as the first experience with the franchise for menu. @pokeyugami created a cel-shaded take that toes the line between watercolor and crayon illustration, inspired by the early ’90s artwork associated with Pokémon. Character designs closely follow the illustrations by original Pokémon character designer Ken Sugimori, while Pokémon designs offer a retro visual sensibility. It is important to note the 3D translation, inspired by the gameplay of Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Take a look at what a remake for Pokémon Red and Blue could look like below....

FromSoftware‘s action role-playing video game Elden Ring will receive a seamless co-op mod created by well-known modder LukeYui this Friday. While Elden Ring has previously integrated multiplayer modes into gameplay in a limited capacity, the new co-op mod will allow players to engage in a true multiplayer experience. According to Forbes, the mod will let players team up for combat across the game, ride horses through maps, share progression and items, vote for fast travel and turn on a “friendly fire” mode for more chaos. Additionally, the updated gameplay allows players to spectate with other players when they’ve died in a boss fight. The mod will support up to four players in one party, and notably, enemies will become more difficult in battle with more players. Users will be able ...

The Pokémon Company has revealed even more new additions coming in the Pokémon GO TCG expansion pack. The company originally showed off 28 cards in the pack last year and has now returned to give fans a closer look at what’s to come on July 1. The expansion will include the mythical Melmetal VMAX and the legendary bird trio Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres. It will also arrive with a transformative version of Ditto disguised as a different Pokémon. Players will have to look for a special Ditto icon in the lower-left corner of the card. Peeling away a sticker of another Pokémon will reveal the rare creature underneath. “Note that the Pokémon that rests on top of Ditto can’t be used competitively in official matches—only the Ditto itself,” the Pokémon Company wrote in its announcement of the car...

A young Obi-Wan Kenobi is making his way to Fortnite. Epic Games announced the arrival of the Star Wars staple via a blog post, confirming that the Jedi Master will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop starting May 26 at 8 p.m. ET. Players who purchase the Obi-Wan Outfit will be given the Desert Essentials Back Bling, described as an “assortment of tools perfect for living an isolated existence on a remote desert planet,” his Blade Pickaxe, a Jedi Interceptor Glider, Obi-Wan’s Message Emote and the the Kenobi, Surrounded Loading Screen. The character’s appearance on Fortnite is also a celebration of the premiere of Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney+, which will see Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen reprise their roles as Obi-Wan and Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader from the prequels. “Obi-Wan is l...