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Polymega’s Ultra Module EM05 Lets You Play Classic N64 Titles
Polymega has just added the pre-order to another module to its groundbreaking retro gaming console. Adding to the NES, SNES, Genesis, Neo Geo, Sega CD and PlayStation titles from its previous introduction, retro gamers can now include Nintendo N64 titles to that list thanks to the Element Modules EM05. This pre-order includes both the EM05 Ultra Module and the RC05 Ultra Controller. The EM05 is also compatible with North American, PAL, and Japanese cartridges and can also run the Memory Pak, Rumble Pak, and has the Expansion Pak automatically enabled. Set to ship in 12 – 18 weeks, the pre-order can be found now over at the Polymega website for $89 USD. In other gaming news, Hideo Kojima says he almost didn’t release Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. Read Full Article
2023 will see the death of play-to-earn gaming
Play-to-earn gaming enabled by blockchain technology has grown exponentially over the few years. Gamers have embraced the opportunity to collect cryptocurrencies or nonfungible tokens (NFTs) that have been produced in blockchain-based games. Through the advent of this new technology, players have been able to generate income by selling in-game NFTs or earning cryptocurrency rewards, both of which can be exchanged for fiat cash. Because of this, according to data from Absolute Reports, the estimated value of the GameFi industry will grow to $2.8 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate of 20.4% over the same period. But such predictions may well prove to be unfounded. Given the rate of exponential growth over recent years, one might think that there was absolutely n...
Hideo Kojima Says He Almost Didn’t Release ‘Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty’
Director Hideo Kojima has opened up about the difficult decision to release 2001’s Konami stealth game Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. While the game was generally praised for its detailed graphics, some critics took issue with a scene featuring a ship crashing into the island of Manhattan. In a new interview for IGN, Kojima spoke about the complex situation of releasing the game in a post 9/11 world. The situation was so stressful that Kojima even debated quitting Konami for a time but ultimately decided to stay on with the company following a conversation with chairman Kagemasa Kozuki. “9/11 took place in 2001 right before the release of Metal Gear Solid 2. We’d just sent off the master, but the game featured both the World Trade Center and the Pentagon,” Kojima said. “It seemed imp...
‘Death Stranding 2’ May Not Release Until 2024
Hideo Kojima‘s recently-announced Death Stranding 2 may not be releasing until 2024. Eagle-eyed fans spotted a now-removed update on the ArtStation profile of Death Stranding 2 senior art designer Frank Aliberti, which lists a 2024 release year for the sequel. The art designer is also currently working on an untitled first person shooting game and Firewall Ultra, which will supposedly release in 2024 and 2023, respectively. Kojima Productions has not confirmed a release date or period as of writing, however, leaving fans to merely speculate the 2024 release date. Death Stranding 2 was unveiled during the recent Game Awards, with Kojima revealing that he rewrote the entire story because he was tired of “predicting the future,” regardless of him beginning work on the sequel p...
HHW Gaming: Burberry x Minecraft Team Up For Capsule Collection & In-Game Items
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Burberry / Minecraft Consider the lines between digital and physical to be blurred thanks to this new collaboration between icon British luxury brand Burberry and the insanely popular videogame Minecraft. Burberry and Minecraft have teamed up for a new capsule collection available on Burberry’s website and in select retailers. Gamers will also get to show off their self-expression with in-game items also. Source: Burberry / Minecraft The collection includes signature pieces like the iconic trench coat, hoodies, and other accessories that feature Minecraft-inspired prints. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Minecraft to bring the Burberry brand story to life in such an immersive way,” said Phillip Hennche, Director of Channel Innovation at Burberry. “W...
Of The Trees Is Developing a Custom Game for Nintendo’s Original Gameboy Color
Of The Trees has announced a new video game, complete with a storyline, custom-made pixel art, soundtrack and more. Taking to Twitter to reveal the project, which is inspired by the “lore” of his recent music releases, the renowned bass music artist said the game will run on the original Gameboy Color. Of The Trees is developing the game and its infrastructure independently. “i’m actually working on a game right now, centered around all of the lore attached to my last few releases,” Of The Trees wrote. “pixel art, soundtrack, storyline, scripting – all by yours truly.” Of The Trees performing at Global Dance Festival in Denver, Colorado. Brian Rapaport/EDM.com Of The Trees also shared a clip teasing the game’s design, which follows a cha...
Activision Blizzard’s Boston-Based Proletariat Studio Unionizes
Workers at Activision Blizzard’s Proletariat studio in Boston, the team behind World of Warcraft‘s Dragonflight expansion, have announced that a “supermajority” of the team has unionized. The union is called the Proletariat Workers Alliance/CWA and has filed for representation election with the National Labor Relations Board, as well as formally asked Activision to voluntarily recognize the union. Activision, meanwhile, has yet to respond to their request. Proletariat is Activision’s third studio to unionize, following the company’s Raven Software studio in Wisconsin and Blizzard Albany. Although Activision allegedly attempted to keep workers from voting, both studios won their union elections. The Proletariat Workers Alliance is made up of 57 team members, including animators, designers, ...
‘God of War Ragnarök’ To Introduce New Game Plus Mode in 2023
Sony Santa Monica has shared that a New Game Plus Mode will be coming to God of War Ragnarök next year. The studio took to Twitter to share the news, alongside a GIF. “We know many of you have been asking, so we’re happy to confirm that New Game Plus will be coming to #GodofWarRagnarok in Spring 2023,” the tweet said. “We’ll share more details once we get closer to the release!” We know many of you have been asking, so we’re happy to confirm that New Game Plus will be coming to #GodofWarRagnarok in Spring 2023! We’ll share more details once we get closer to the release! ? ? pic.twitter.com/vmv5X2USuW — Santa Monica Studio – God of War Ragnarök (@SonySantaMonica) December 22, 2022 For those unfamiliar with the term, a New Game Plus mode is an unlockable video game mode designed for role-pla...
Nintendo Launches Retro-Inspired ‘Sports Story’ RPG On Switch
Sports Story, the highly-anticipated sequel to 2017’s Golf Story, has finally launched on Nintendo Switch. After being teased at last month’s Indie World presentation, the new title was unveiled by Nintendo and developer Sidebar during the fifth and final day of Inside the House of Indies event, where the company unveils forthcoming indie titles. Golf Story took the form of a retro-inspired RPG, challenging players to golf in all its forms — regular, disc and more. Sports Story takes on a similar vintage aesthetic but expands the scope to encompass a variety of athletic events, including BMX, tennis, cricket, soccer, volleyball and fishing. For those who loved Golf Story, Sports Story still offers the opportunity to golf through 8 unique golf courses. When not challenging themselves to ath...
HHW Gaming Presents The Best Video Games of 2022
Written By Bernard “Beanz” Smalls , Staff Writer Posted 8 hours ago @photosbybeanz Meet Bernard Smalls, better known as Beanz. He is the Men’s Lifestyle & Pop Culture writer for Cassius Life plus handles tech and video games for Hip-Hop Wired. Beanz has been with the company since 2019 and has been working as a writer for eight years. His favorite hobbies include video games, of course, and watching a lot of movies, mainly sci-fi. He also moonlights as a photographer in his spare time. @photosbybeanz Follow @photosbybeanz HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Bernard Smalls PS5 Share / Horizon Forbidden West / Best Video Games of 2022 This year has been a solid year in video games, with plenty of ups and notable letdowns. We’re going to explore the best video games...
‘One Piece Odyssey’ Trailer Previews an Immersive, Combat-Driven RPG
Bandai Namco has released an 11-minute walkthrough trailer for One Piece Odyssey. Slated to arrive on January 12 in Japan and January 13 everywhere else, the role-playing game enables the player to take turns controlling Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates in combat as well as the open-world. One of the leading elements of the title is its unique combat system. Developers share how players will, sometimes randomly, switch between characters on the battlefield. A “Scramble Area Battlefield” system gives players multiple options to make the most tactical choice while in battle, allowing different characters to tap into the special abilities of the Straw Hat Pirates. Each character offers their own edge within the open-world that will be used to advance the storyline. They can also find...
Giannis Antetokounmpo Charges Into the Battlefield in ‘Fortnite’
In its five year lifespan, Fortnite has cemented itself in history. Whether you’re a fan of the game or not, there’s no denying that they’ve been pioneers in collaboration. Teaming up with the world’s biggest brands, franchises, influencers and stars, Epic Games has created a world where Darth Vader Kamehameha’ing Ariana Grande is somehow a normal occurrence. Now, in the game’s latest move, NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo joins the fray. The Milwaukee Bucks’ two-time MVP joins other athletes such as LeBron James, Naomi Osaka and Patrick Mahomes in appearing as playable Outfits in Fortnite. Appearing in an athletic Outfit that notably features his Nike logo at the chest, Antetokounmpo is said to wear the Nike Zoom Freak 4 “Greek Coastline” on-foot. In his other Outfit, Fo...
