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HHW Gaming: Latest ‘Star Wars: Squadrons’ Pilot Briefing Breaks Down Ranks, Reward & Progression System
Source: EA / Motive Studios We’re just days away from the launch of Motive Studios’ Star Wars: Squadrons. In the latest pilot briefing, we learn about how the game’s ranking and reward system will work. Thursday (Sept.24), the focus was on Star Wars: Squadrons ranks, rewards, and progression system. In the blog post, developers explain that the “core pillars” of the upcoming game’s multiplayer will be the Challenges, Operations, and your Level. Challenges will be presented in two variations, daily and operational, timed, and rotating objectives that will help the player get rewards for completing them. Source: EA / Star Wars: Squadrons In the blog post, it is explained that players should make it their business to complete the daily challenges to keep earning rewards while you co...
HHW Gaming: TDE Founder Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith Joins ReKTGlobal As An Investor
Source: Noel Vasquez / Getty Esports is the wave, and everyone wants in, especially the Hip-Hop community. TDE founder Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith is the latest big-name from the musical genre throw his hat into the growing form of sports competition. Wednesday (Sept.23), ReKTGlobal, the global esports, and business authority and parent company of pro esports organizations Rogue and London Royal Ravens announced Tiffith as its newest investor and will be joining the ownership team. He will join other big names like EDM sensations Steve Aoki, Nicky Romero, acclaimed Latin music producer Tainy, Washington Football Team’s Landon Collins, Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert and tennis pro Taylor Fritz. Speaking on joining ReKTGlobal, Tiffith said in a statement: “Esports is a hot indu...
HHW Gaming: Xbox Series X & Series S Preorder Details & Where You Can Buy One
Source: Microsoft / Xbox The day Microsoft has been hyping is now here, today (Sept.22) is the preorder day for its next-gen consoles. It’s Microsoft’s turn to get gamers hype, and the company hopes it will avoid the same confusion and let down Sony experienced when retailers jumped the gun and began dropping preorder links. Sony has since apologized and promised to release more consoles in the coming days. Meanwhile, Microsoft has been strategically making moves and laying out the details for its big day. Microsoft has also dropped the big news of its purchase of ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Studios, hoping it will lure gamers on the fence when it comes to picking a next-gen console. So that means Microsoft now owns A-list game franchises like Doom, Fallout, Skyrim, Prey,...
HHW Gaming: Microsoft Drops $7.5 Billion Bag on Bethesda, So What Does That Mean?
Source: Christian Petersen / Getty Microsoft made a massive purchase on Monday (Sept.21) just a day before the company takes the big step toward the next-generation of gaming. If you don’t know by now, Microsoft backed up the Brinks truck yesterday and dropped $7.5 billion to acquire ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Studios. So what does that mean for the future of gaming? Well, once the deal is finalized, Xbox gamers will see Bethesda’s A-list titles like The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Wolfenstein, Quake, Starfield, and DOOM on Xbox Game Pass. Microsoft’s recently announced its subscription service has now topped 15 million subscribers and more than likely will continue its upward trend following this news. The deal is expected to be finalized in the second half of the fiscal ye...
HHW Gaming: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Now Available Via The Galaxy Store
Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz The future of gaming has officially launched… on Samsung’s flagship smartphone, that is. On Tuesday (Sept.15), Microsoft’s cloud gaming service Xbox Game Pass Ultimate officially exited the beta mode and is now available in the Samsung Galaxy store. The new service allows gamers to play 100 games on either their Samsung Galaxy Note20, Note20 Ultra, or Galaxy Tab S7. Samsung also announced it will be offering consumers an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Bundle when they purchase a Galaxy Note20 (or qualifying Samsung Galaxy device) as well as the MOGA Bluetooth Controller. Consumers will get a 3-month subscription, but you will have to move fast because Samsung is only offering the bundle for a limited time. Source: Samsung Mobile / Microsoft We got a chance ...
HHW Gaming: Turtle Beach Brand ROCCAT Launch New ELO Series of PC Gaming Headsets
Source: Turtle Beach / ROCCAT ROCCAT, the German-based Turtle Beach brand, has some new PC gaming headsets on the way. Say hello to the Elo series, the first all-new products in its lineup of precision PC gaming equipment. The brand was created by former pro gamer and current Head of PC Products at Turtle Beach, Rene Korte, in 2007. Since its inception, it has become one of the leading brands when it comes to PC gaming accessories, and it ROCCAT looks to continue that trend with the Elo series. PC gamers can look forward to three different headsets that all come with premium comfort-focused features like memory-foam cushions plus a self-adjusting floating metal headband – offering a unique, durable, and weightless fit. Speaking on the Elo headsets, Rene Korte, Head of PC Products at Turtle...
HHW Gaming: ‘Star Wars: Squadrons’ CGI Mini-Movie “Hunted” Gives Us Hope This Game Will Be Lit
Source: EA / Motive Studios Star Wars: Squadrons won’t arrive on consoles till October 2, but a new CGI mini-movie that revolving around the game is getting us hyped. Titled “Hunted,” the beautifully done mini-movie takes us into the world of Star Wars from a different perspective, through the eyes of an imperial pilot. The CG short introduces us to Varko Grey, the leader of the infamous Titan Squadron. We get a glimpse of Grey’s determination to complete his mission even though the odds are stacked against him as the Galatic Empire is getting their tails handed to them by the New Republic. In the 7-minute animated clip that was a collaborative effort between developer Motive Studios, Lucasfilm, and ILM, after Grey is left behind, he is literally hunted by a New Republic pilot in an X-Wing...
HHW Gaming: ‘NBA 2K21’ First Patch Addresses A LOT of Issues, Improves Pro Stick Aiming System
Source: 2K / NBA 2K21 It’s been less than two weeks since NBA 2K21’s release, and the folks over at Visual Concepts have been hard at work to address some issues. NBA 2K21’s first patch is available now, and it is a doozy and focuses on several complaints the 2K community has been expressing since the game’s release on September 4. The most important update included in the patch is the adjustments to the game’s significant improvements, the Pro Stick Aiming system that will improve usability and consistency. But that’s not all. You can peep the other improvements to the game via the patch below. General New Pro Stick Aiming/Shot Timing selector. On your first boot, you will now have the option to choose between using the new Pro Stick Aiming mechanic or the traditional Shot Timing mechanic...
HHW Gaming: Baltimore Ravens’ Miles Boykin’s Mom Makes ‘Madden’ History
Source: EA Sports / Madden NFL 21 Baltimore Ravens’ wide receiver, Miles Boykin’s mother, is an MVP. To honor her, Boykin teamed up with EA Sports and Xbox for a dope gesture. Boykin wanted to thank his mother, Felicia Boykin, for unknowingly paying for his Xbox Live subscription since he was in the 6th grade. My mom found out I put my Xbox live account on her credit card. She been paying since I was in 6th grade😂😂😂 — Miles Boykin (@MBoykin814) July 17, 2020 To thank her for keeping him online, Miles teamed up with Xbox and EA and made history by making her the first-ever female MVP cover-athlete on Madden 21. Source: EA Sports / Madden NFL 21 Boykin’s shared the touching moment his mother found out she landed on the cover. His mother is more than worthy of th...
Next-Gen Console Leasing?: GameStop Launching Payment Plans For PS5 & Xbox Series X: Report
Source: Johnny Louis / Getty Times are hard, and money is an issue for a lot of people, BUT if you still want to get your hands on a PS5 or Xbox Series X, GameStop is here to help. Venture Beat is exclusively reporting that a series of internal documents indicate that GameStop is offering consumers an interesting way to get their hands on next-generation consoles. The video game retailer is reportedly considering rent-to-own, installments, and direct layaway plans to help ease the pain of copping the pricey PS5 or Xbox Series X. According to the documents, the installment plans will be split up into four payments over six weeks with no interest and will be offered through third-party companies like Klarna and Quadpay. If the customer chooses to go with the layaway option, it will see...
HHW Gaming: ‘Fortnite’ Kicks Off Its “Spotlight” Series This Weekend With Peformance From Dominic Fike
Source: Epic Games / Fortnite With physical concerts put on hold due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, artists are finding different ways to perform for fans. The insanely popular game Fortnite is now becoming a venue where artists can put on shows. This Saturday (Sept.12), Fortnite will be kicking off its Spotlight Concert Series that will, of course, take place inside the virtual world of the game with a performance by Dominic Fike. The singer, rapper, and songwriter will be performing songs from his debut LP, What Could Possibly Go Wrong, for the first time ever. Pike’s performance from Fortnite’s brand-new soundstage in Los Angeles will broadcast live, in-game. This event will kick off a new type of show for the game and promises to be something Fortnite players have never experienced b...
HHW Gaming: Microsofts Reveals Release Date & Price For Xbox Series X & More Launch Details
Source: Microsoft / Xbox Microsoft has officially put all of its next-generation cards on the table. Due to a leak shared by Windows Central, Microsoft confirmed the $299 price for the less-powerful Xbox Series S next-gen console but still left its release date in the air while promising to share new info with us “soon.” Well, that information came a lot sooner than we thought it would. I know it’s been a wait for price, date, pre-order date. Thanks to the community for their support and encouragement 🙂 Great to see the reactions, really proud of how the team handled the unscripted announce (was supposed to be next week but oh well…). Can’t wait for launch. https://t.co/CxXWDVmmNw — Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) September 9, 2020 Wednesday (Sept.9), Microsoft also confirmed th...
