gaming

After enduring several delays to its release date, EA has finally announced the open beta period for the long-awaited Battlefield 2042, dropping a trailer at the same time to give players a closer look at what to expect. The overall period will take place between October 5–10, although the game itself will only be playable for two days for most. Preloads will begin on the first day where gamers will be able to download the beta version of the title on their respective platforms, followed by early access to the experience on October 6 and 7 when servers go live for those who have pre-ordered the game. Full open beta will then commence on October 8 and last till the morning of October 10 for everyone else. Luckily for those on next-gen platforms, the full 128-player mode will be availab...

Earlier in February, Squidmar Miniatures unboxed an ultra-rare Thunderhawk Gunship model from Warhammer 40,000 over on its YoutTube channel, and now the painted model has been auctioned off for a staggering $35,000 USD. Announcing the sale in a new video uploaded on Monday, the group’s Emil Nyström revealed that an Australian game shop by the name of The House of War has won the auction with a price of $34,882 USD, setting a new world record for the most expensive miniature ever sold. Aside from documenting the kit’s assembly for their YouTube channel, Nyström also went on to paint the assault ship after speaking to the model’s original sculptor Tim Adcock. For those unfamiliar, the metal Thunderhawk Gunship set was released back in 1997 and only 500 were ever made, each coming i...

Game Freak and The Pokémon Company has just released a new trailer for the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Arceus game, previewing the brand new experience which its developer says “blends action and exploration with the RPG roots of the Pokémon series.” Viewable above, the trailer places a spotlight on Kleavor, the latest Bug/Rock type Pokémon joining the beloved universe via the upcoming title for you to both battle and capture. New Pokémon aside, it also showcased a number of other mechanics and features in the game including new Warden characters, a device known as the Arc Phone, and a range of things you can do within Jubilife Village such as customizing your trainer or the fan-favorite photography mode. In addition to previewing the Arceus, The Pokémon Company also released a new...

Netflix has officially acquired its first video game studio, Night School Studio. The streaming service is kicking off its foray into gaming with the purchase of Night School Studio, which was founded by Krankel and Adam Hines in 2014 and is the home of the critically acclaimed game OXENFREE. “We’re inspired by their bold mission to set a new bar for storytelling in games. Their commitment to artistic excellence and proven track record make them invaluable partners as we build out the creative capabilities and library of Netflix games together,” Netflix wrote in a statement. The platform also mentioned that it will continue working with developers and hiring creatives to offer “a great collection of exclusive games designed for every kind of gamer and any level of play.” Netflix added, “Li...

Activision Blizzard and the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have agreed to a lawsuit settlement worth $18 million USD. According to reports, the gaming company will start an $18 million USD fund to pay compensation for employees, put a stop to its discriminatory practices, contract a consultant to “ensure compliance,” improve training and the process of its performance review to avoid any future offenses and, finally, comply with future audits from the EEOC. “We will continue to be vigilant in our commitment to the elimination of harassment and discrimination in the workplace. We thank the EEOC for its constructive engagement as we work to fulfill our commitments to eradicate inappropriate conduct in the workplace,” Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick said in a statement...

Topps has just announced its foray back into the world of basketball trading cards with an exclusive partnership with Overtime Elite (OTE). As a transformative new sports league that fosters the talents of young up-and-coming basketball players, Topps is looking to showcase some of the league’s names in card form with the introduction of its first four players — Jalen Lewis, Bryce Griggs, TJ Clark, and Izan Almansa. “At OTE, giving our athletes as many ways to connect with fans as possible is a top priority and partnering with Topps is an integral piece of that,” said Aaron Ryan, OTE Commissioner and President. “Having your own trading card is something many kids dream about, especially young athletes, so to have Topps on board to make these dreams a reality is a huge deal for us and our a...

Resident Evil 4 will be available to play in VR on Facebook‘s Oculus Quest 2 beginning October 21, the company announced on Monday. The survival-horror game, which was originally released on Nintendo GameCube in 2005 with a third-person view, will now be playable from a first-person perspective for the first time. Players can engage in gameplay in both seated and standing positions using the Oculus Touch controllers. VP of content at Facebook Reality Labs Mike Verdu claims the game “will bring new richness and depth to the Resident Evil experience you know and love.” Resident Evil 4’s move into VR, which was first announced in April, will be exclusive to the Quest 2, meaning the game will not be playable on Facebook’s original Oculus Quest. Along with the official release date’s ...

After unveiling the classic N64 and SEGA Genesis three-button controllers for the Switch during its recent Direct stream, Nintendo has now also announced the release of the latter console’s six-button controller. The drops will come sometime next month for Switch Online subscribers alongside a massive DLC pack that’ll make available a whole roster of games from both the N64 as well as the SEGA Genesis. Despite the excitement for the releases, however, Nintendo will only be releasing the six-button version domestically in Japan. Polygon has confirmed with Nintendo America that only the three-button option previously unveiled will be making its way stateside. “Different regions make different decisions based on a variety of factors,” said a representative from the company. “For the U.S. and ...

If you’ve already owned countless black gaming peripherals and are looking for something a little different, SteelSeries has now launched its limited-edition Ghost Collection, offering a refreshing take on some of its most coveted products. Just like its name suggests, the new two-piece collection comes dressed in a clean white, gray and translucent colorway paired with vibrant RGB lighting to create a spectral aesthetic perfect for both your battle station and your Twitch streams. On the keyboard side, the company’s award-winning Apex 7 TKL model brings players a premium gaming experience via its integrated OLED Smart Display with on-board storage, allowing it to function as a command center whether in-game or for your communications apps such as Discord, while its sturdy aluminum frame, ...