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HHW Gaming: LeBron & Bronny James Have A “LeBreakthrough” In Hilarious ‘God of War: Ragnarok’ Gameplay Trailer
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: PlayStation / God of War: Ragnarok It’s almost time for Ragnarok. PlayStation is gearing up to release arguably the biggest video game of the year, God of War: Ragnarok, and has enlisted some big names to help get gamers hyped about the video game. Despite leaks, the hype for God of War: Ragnarok is still high as fans o the iconic PlayStation video game franchise are ready to continue Kratos and Atreus’ adventure that began in 2018’s damn-near perfect God of War. To celebrate the game’s upcoming release, PlayStation dropped a new gameplay trailer, “All Parents Can Relate,” starring comedian Ben Stiller and his son, LeBron and Bronny James, and John Travolta and his daughter. Ben Stiller is the star of the trailer/commercial. The actor/comedian is in full ...
EA and Marvel Team Up for Multi-Title Collaboration
Electronic Arts and Marvel Entertainment are venturing into games together with their announcement of their multi-title partnership. The new long-term endeavor is set to produce at least three action-adventure games for both consoles and PC. Set in the Marvel universe, each new game will feature its own storyline. The first game on the roster is an Iron Man game from the developer, Motive Studios. Although details of the title have not yet emerged, the game is set to include a single-player, third-person setup that explores the full life of Tony Stark a.k.a. Iron Man. “We have been long-time fans of Marvel and their impressive leadership, so this is a remarkable moment for our developers as well as our players and fans,” said Laura Miele, COO at EA. “We look forward to welcoming Marvel int...
Microsoft Loses $100-$200 USD Every Time They Sell an Xbox
Believe it or not, most gaming companies don’t turn a profit on the sale of hardware However, the thought of a company actually losing a three-figure sum of money on the sale of hardware might come as a surprise, and that’s what Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer revealed during a recent conversation with CNBC . Over the course of the interview — which was centered around how Xbox and the video game industry as a whole are managing the current economic downturn — Spencer confirmed that Microsoft loses roughly $100 USD every time it sells the Xbox Series X, and loses up to $200 USD when on a sale of the budget-minded Xbox Series S. What makes the loss on the consoles up are the proprietary accessories and games that accompany them, which often boast large profit margins. Next-generation game...
New ‘God of War Ragnarök’ Trailer Features Ben Stiller, LeBron James and John Travolta
With November beginning, gamers around the world are set to be treated to an exciting list of titles before the year’s end. One such game that has had fans clamoring since its reveal is God of War Ragnarök. The fifteenth game in the God of War universe and sixth entry in the main series, God of War Ragnarök sees Kratos and his son Atreus taking on the Nine Realms. With their relationship as a key story element, a new trailer for the game sees Ben Stiller, LeBron James and John Travolta accompanied by one of their children in a sit-down conversation as a group. Looking closer at the trailer, Stiller channels Kratos in both spirit and dress, giving parent advice to friends James and Travolta. Pulling from Kratos and Atreus’ relationship, Stiller cleverly ties the game’s storyline i...
HHW Gaming: EA Announces Deal With Marvel Entertainment To Develop “At Least 3 New Action-Adventure Games”
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: EA / Marvel Entertainment We already knew EA was working on a new Iron Man video game. Now the game studio has announced a new deal with Marvel Entertainment. Monday, October 31, Electronic Arts Inc. lifted the veil off its long-term deal with Marvel Entertainment to “develop at least three new action-adventure games.” The games will drop on PC and consoles, each featuring “their original story set in the Marvel universe.” The first game as part of the new deal will be Iron Man. “We have been long-time fans of Marvel and their impressive leadership, so this is a remarkable moment for our developers as well as our players and fans,” said Laura Miele, COO at EA. “EA looks forward to welcoming Marvel into the EA family of creators and know this collaboration...
Martin Garrix Is Collaborating With Marvel for a New Video Game
Martin Garrix‘s influence has extended far beyond the confines of the electronic dance music community before. But an upcoming collaboration with Marvel may lead to an eruption of his brand the likes of which we haven’t yet seen. Garrix has revealed he’s working on a new video game currently in development at the iconic entertainment company. “I was at Marvel this morning, and I did something for a new video game they’re launching,” Garrix said in a recent interview. “There’s all these projects in the works at the same time, which I’m very excited about.” Garrix stopped short of revealing the title of the game he’s working on. He also didn’t say whether he was voicing a character or producing music for Marvel Games, but it&#...
‘PUBG MOBILE’ Is Joined by Football Superstar Lionel Messi
Battle royale mobile game PUBG MOBILE continues its collaborative spree by teaming up with legendary football superstar Lionel Messi. The news follows a partnership with Squid Game‘s Jung Ho Yeon as the game further expands its content offerings. The seven-time winner of the Ballon d’Or makes his first appearance in the game as this year’s World Cup is set to begin. As the world’s biggest football event begins, Lionel Messi’s partnership with PUBG MOBILE presents a collection of in-game outfits and limited-edition items. Speaking to the collaboration, Messi shared that “Video games have always been a huge part of my life. I find them incredibly helpful to relax and enjoy myself when I’m not training, and to connect with my teammates, friends, and family.” As one of football’s big...
Tundra Esports Wins ‘Dota 2’ The International 2022 In Dominating Fashion
Tundra Esports has won Dota 2‘s The International 2022, beating Team Secret 3-0 in the grand finals held at Singapore’s Indoor Stadium, taking home $8.5 million USD of this year’s $18.8 million USD prize pool. Tundra — consisting from Position 1 to 5: skiter, Nine, 33, Saksa, Sneyking — completely dominated the 11th edition of TI from start to end: placing top of Group B during the group stage, then winning all their games in the upper bracket of the Main Event, kicking out OG, Team Aster, and Team Secret — consisting from Position 1 to 5: Crystallis, Nisha, Resolut1on, Zayac, Puppey — twice over. Moreover, this is the second time ever that a team has won 3-0 in the BO5 grand finals since Team Liquid beat Newbee in similar fashion in 2017. Tundra entered the grand finals with confidence an...
HHW Gaming: NBA 2K League Bans Players For Getting Their Virtual Pete Rose On By Gambling On League Games
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Mike Stobe / Getty Gambling has found its way to the NBA 2K League. Unfortunately, it’s not the fans doing the betting. It’s the players and one coach. Spotted on The Verge, the NBA 2K League announced in a statement the indefinite suspension of six players and a coach “indefinitely” for getting their virtual Pete Rose on by betting on the games. Per The Verge: The suspended players include Christopher Lafanette, Dorian Earl Miller, and Robert Nastasi from the league’s affiliate of the Portland Trail Blazers; Zekirri Dennis of Mavs Gaming; and Kimanni Ingram of Jazz Gaming, who the league said “wagered or attempted to wager on NBA 2K League games, either on their own or through other individuals, and also violated the rules by failing to report violations...
HHW Gaming Review: ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II’s Campaign Proves They Still Matter
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Infinity Ward / Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II Call of Duty is now best known for its multiplayer, but what made the Modern Warfare franchise special was the campaign, and in 2022’s Modern Warfare II, that continues. There isn’t a first-person shooter video game franchise that accurately depicts intricacies like the beauty and horror of war like Call of Duty. Infinity Ward fully displayed that with 2007’s Modern Warfare and 2009’s Modern Warfare II. Activision, Infinity Ward, and Beenox decided to remaster the 2009 Modern Warfare II campaign reminding fans just how good it was. This now brings us to the reboots of Modern Warfare and Modern Warfare II. We know, pretty confusing, but stick with us. 2020’s Modern Warfare put a fresh coat of paint on M...
Watch the Announcement Teaser for ‘Age of Empires Mobile’
Turning its attention back to the mobile gaming realm once again, Xbox Game Studios recently announced Age of Empires Mobile. Announced as part of Age of Empires‘ 25th-anniversary celebration, the latest title in the franchise is set to hit iOS and Android devices in the near future. The announcement teaser comes in the form of a cinematic visual that highlights an aesthetic style similar to that of Age of Empires IV, the latest PC installment. The distinct design style offers more pointed gameplay with individual elements that offer a fulfilling outlook of the series. At just 24 seconds long, the teaser resembles what appears to be an animated title screen for the game. Watch the announcement teaser for Age of Empires Mobile above and stay tuned for more release info. In case you missed i...
Take a Closer Look at the ‘Magic: The Gathering’ 30th Anniversary Black Lotus Card
With just a little over a month until Wizards of the Coast drops its Magic: The Gathering 30th-Anniversary Collectors Edition, we now take a closer look at one of the iconic cards that pay homage to the original Black Lotus. This set truly does put an emphasis on the “collectible” in “collectible card game.” As Magic: The Gathering continues to expand and grow after 30 years of existence — entering that challenging stage of keeping its core audience and loyal community happy, all the while tapping into a new generation of players — there has been some controversy surrounding this big drop. Priced at $999 USD (or roughly $250 USD per pack of 15 cards), the price point has effectively set the celebratory pack exceptionally above normal product pricing and is aimed at more of the collectors a...
