For many people, Star Wars is the be all and end all of the sci-fi fantasy universe. It reigns king of all things nerdy. When new pieces of technology come out, all people can think of is how they can make something related to Star Wars with it. Shooters started popping up in arcades? Take control of the Millennium Falcon ...
Read More »A Few Xbox One Exclusives Are NOT Coming To E3
With E3 just days away, and all of the hype that comes with it, it may come as a surprise that Microsoft announced that several of their exclusives won’t be making an appearance at E3. And this is despite Phil Spencer’s claim that “this year we have the greatest games lineup in Xbox console history.” So whatever it is that ...
Read More »Undecided on which Android phone to buy? Let Google decide
Shopping for an Android phone is wrought with a number of difficulties, do you go for the best camera, brand, or maybe the best camera? No matter where your priorities lie, Google has you covered. The new site by Google will make judgements based on what you intend to use your new phone for. If you need to stay productive, ...
Read More »The Rift Between Facebook and Windows – Facebook Connect No Longer Connects
Facebook and Windows seem to have fallen out with each other. Strange considering Microsoft’s recently announced partnership with Oculus – owned by Facebook. Facebook has updated their graph API, their post states that the move was in response to feedback that people want more control over where and when their information gets shared. This also makes changes for people who are ...
Read More »Halo 5: Guardians- Meet the New(ish) Playable Characters, Osiris and Blue Team
For those who have played Halo 3’s campaign with 3 other people, you may be familiar with the unique playable characters that only appear in that mode, Usze ‘Taham (a purple Elite) and N’tho ‘Sraom (a blue Elite). Halo 5 will incorporate a similar co-op campaign mechanic where the other players are not mere clones of the main character, but ...
Read More »Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons coming to current gen
This holiday season, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons will come to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One as well as mobile devices like Android, iOS, and Windows phones. According to IGN, the remastered version will include “a director’s commentary mode, soundtrack, and a gallery of concept art”. Minor spoilers ahead: Taking place in a fantasy inspired world filled with giants, ...
Read More »Oculus Steps Up Big for Indies and Links Up With Xbox
At Oculus Rift’s stream and official unveiling earlier today, a number of big announcements and reveals were made. Not the least of which were the deals and offers they presented for indie developers and the new capabilities with Xbox One. For a while now, Oculus Share has been a place that developers can upload and present their work. There’s a ...
Read More »Logitech Unveils Slick New Racing Wheels
Buckle up and fire up that digital engine, Logitech had unveiled new top-of-the-line racing wheels for Playstation systems, Xbox One, and PC. There will be two models, each with realistic feedback and feel. On the Logitech Blog, the announcement post reads, “The wait is finally over with the announcement today that the Logitech G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel for Playstation ...
Read More »Start a “Tavern Brawl” in Hearthstone’s New Mode
That newly added, empty Hearthstone button on the main menu will introduce a new game mode. Tavern Brawl is a new style of game-play in the deck building and dueling world of Blizzard. Announced early on Wednesday on the Hearthstone Blog, the new mode promises to change things up quite a bit with “exciting and unique rules.” Also dubbed as ...
Read More »Halo 5 Online Co-op Requires XBL-Gold
Halo and Xbox players rejoiced at the news released earlier this week about the online availability and content being shipped with the fall released of Halo 5: Guardians. In a Game Informer interview, 343 Industries touted the fact that there will be 20 multiplayer maps with launch, plus, Xbox Live Gold membership will not be required to play the always-fun ...
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