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Hideo Kojima Appears at WWDC to Promise Support for Apple Platforms
Hideo Kojima made a surprise appearance during Apple's WWDC 2023 keynote to reveal that Death Stranding: Director's Cut is coming to Mac.
11:10 pm, June 5, 2023
Diablo 4 nerfs Gohrs Devastating Grips in surprise move from Blizzard
Diablo 4 might be fresh into the hands of PS5 and Xbox players but Blizzard is already dealing Diablo 4 nerfs out, as Gohrs Devastating Grips change forever.
5:20 am, June 5, 2023
Convergence: A League Of Legends Story Review - A Surprising Metroidvania - PSU
From PSU: "Convergence: A League of Legends Story doesn't just manage to stand on its own two feet as a gripping spin-off to the League of Legends property at large, but so too does it also craft an a..
11:20 am, June 3, 2023
Why Final Fantasy 16 Spans Multiple Decades Of Clives Life
Game Informer: "I asked FFXVI creative director Kazutoyo Maehiro about the decision to have the game span decades of the protagonists life and the challenges that come with it. To my surprise, he said..
11:20 pm, May 31, 2023
Devolver Direct: The Return of Volvy | June 8 at 3PM Pacific
The worlds most beloved video game mascot returns with new game reveals, announcements, and surprises - its Volvy.
11:20 am, May 31, 2023
4 Ways Marathon Influenced Modern Games
Bungie’s announcement of a reimagined Marathon as a PvP extraction shooter during the May 24 PlayStation Showcase was certainly a pleasant surprise. It was clear from comments on Twitter and in ..
5:10 pm, May 26, 2023
Honkai: Star Rail Review - Hardcore Droid
Honkai: Star Rail is a welcomed surprise from Hoyoverse, and if updates are executed correctly, they might have another gem on their hands.
11:20 pm, May 20, 2023
Humble Games Shadow Drops Supraland: Six Inches Under on Consoles
Supraland: Six Inches Under is now available on PlayStation and Xbox platforms as a surprise drop by Humble Bundle.
11:20 pm, May 19, 2023
Popular Switch Title, Sea Horizon, Coming to PlayStation & Xbox Consoles
Sea Horizon was a surprise hit on Nintendo Switch, and soon PlayStation, Xbox and PC gamers will be able to find out why.
11:14 pm, May 16, 2023
From Tears of the Kingdom to Grand Theft Auto: How Open Worlds Set Us Free
How the freedom of open world video games gives us genuine moments of discovery, surprise, and impact.
5:10 pm, May 13, 2023
Redfall Xbox Series X Review - Staked Hearts - The Koalition
Richard Bailey of The Koalition writes: Redfall was one of many surprise announcements during the Xbox and Bethesda E3 2021 Showcase event. Best described as a vampire-slaying open-world first-person ..
11:20 pm, May 2, 2023
Xboxs Activision-Blizzard Deal Is Blocked. Now What
In a surprise plot twist, Microsoft's Activision-Blizzard acquisition has been BLOCKED by the UK's CMA regulatory authority. We spend most of the show discussing the ramifications of this as well as w..
5:20 pm, April 29, 2023
Crash Team Rumble Is Actually, Amazingly, Pretty Good
DS: This summer's surprise hit, perhaps?
11:20 am, April 29, 2023
Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters Review - GamesReviews
From GamesReviews:"Final Fantasy 1-6 have been released a lot of times over the years. The stories always remain the same, for the most part, and that holds true with the Pixel Remasters. If youve nev..
5:20 pm, April 27, 2023
Disney Speedstorm review: Brilliant, action-soaked kart racing wavering over loot hell | Traxion
The Early Access version of Disney Speedstorm surprised, with fantastic racing, approachable handling and license-respecting fandom. But, you must work out which version you need and realise that most..
5:20 pm, April 25, 2023
Nexon Is Right to Sue Dark and Darker Developers
Dark and Darker looked like the surprise game of the year, but Ironmace's legal troubles may end it before it truly begins.
5:20 am, April 22, 2023
Review - Pavlov (PSVR2) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Todd Eggleston: "A surprise inclusion into PS VR2s launch lineup, along with Firewall Ultras unfortunate exclusion from, Pavlov is the de facto title to grab if you are looking for a true multi..
11:20 am, April 17, 2023
Preview: Firewall Ultra Proves There's Plenty to Look Forward to on PSVR2 - Push Square
Push Square: "If you already enjoyed the original, then youll love whats on offer in its successor and even if youre new to the franchise, we suspect youre going to be pleasantly surprised by what yo..
5:20 am, April 15, 2023
IGN's Zelda Fans React to Tears of the Kingdom's Best Trailer
IGN staff reacts to the latest Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom trailer, which was full of all kinds of new details and surprises.
11:10 pm, April 14, 2023
UFL Could Succeed Where FIFA and eFootball Failed
Just like the historic 2015-2016 Premier League season, a bucky young upstart aims to surprise everyone and claim the title, but does UFL have what it takes to defeat the corporate giants?
12:20 pm, February 13, 2022
Valve releases official CAD files to let you 3D-print your own Steam Deck
In a whimsical little surprise, Valve has released the CAD files for the outer shell of its upcoming Steam Deck.
12:20 am, February 13, 2022
KungFu Kickball Switch Review - There Must Exist a Fusion of Mind and Foot - Nintendo Link
When it comes to video game sports, few out there have trailblazed like KungFu Kickball in recent years. This original concept from two fishy companies is the perfect kind of competitive video game, a..
12:20 am, February 13, 2022
Unlock Every Future Premium Challenge Track in The Anacrusis
Richard writes: "It should come as no surprise to anyone that The Anacrusis is adopting seasonal Challenge Tracks to keep players playing. What is a surprise though is that they are allowing early pla..
6:20 pm, February 12, 2022
Nintendo Direct is full of surprises but misses the mark
Nintendos latest Direct presentation has already set the internet abuzz with reactions. Some extremely positive, others a bit more negative, while Im just sort of left here thinking, meh.
6:20 pm, February 10, 2022
Ghost of Tsushima Gets a Surprise Aloy Outfit From Horizon Forbidden West
Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut has a new quest inspired by Horizon: Forbidden West that grants players an outfit inspired by the game's protagonist Aloy.
12:10 am, February 9, 2022
Land of Screens Review - Broken Hearts/Broken Connections | COGconnected
Land of screens is an indie game with some subtle writing, but without any major surprises, doesn't have a lot else going for it.
6:20 pm, February 8, 2022
Voice of Cards: The Forsaken Maiden by Yoko Taro Announced for PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Today Square Enix had a surprise announcement in store for those who love games by Yoko Taro, Voice of Cards: The Forsaken Maiden.
12:20 pm, February 4, 2022
Strategy Awaits in Thea 2: The Shattering
Richard writes: "Some hybrid game genres work well when on paper they absolutely shouldnt. Others are so well suited to each other you are surprised when it doesnt happen more often. That was the case..
6:20 pm, January 28, 2022
Review: Strange Horticulture - Hardcore Gamer
Strange Horticulture is a true hidden gem and a pleasant surprise to start the year on, a delightfully quirky and charming puzzle game that puts a unique spin on botany and requires you to develop a g..
12:20 pm, January 28, 2022
No Man's Sky Studio's Lost Early Games Return
No Man's Sky studio Hello Games has announced that it's surprise-released remasters of its debut Joe Danger games on Apple devices.
6:10 pm, January 26, 2022
10 Best Switch Metroidvania Games You Should Play
The console is the perfect place for the console, so it's no surprise that the best Switch Metroidvania games are all heavy hitters.
6:20 am, January 26, 2022
Sea of Thieves Teases Boatload of New Exciting Surprises For 2022 Preview Event This Week
Sea of Thieves developer Rare announced a livestreamed 2022 Preview Event that will be hosted later this week.
6:20 pm, January 24, 2022
Bru'kan, buddies mechanic coming to Hearthstone Battlegrounds
Fans of Hearthstone's auto chess game mode, Battlegrounds, were treated to a surprise on Tuesday afternoon as a new hero as well as mechanic were announced.
12:20 am, January 20, 2022
OlliOlli World Hands-On Preview - Shred On! | MP1st
(MP1st) OlliOlli World Preview - Perhaps a surprise hit from out of nowhere, OlliOlli World is one skateboarding game you don't want to miss.
12:14 pm, January 19, 2022
Nobody Saves the World review - a shape-shifting treat - Eurogamer
From Eurogamer: "It's a surprisingly big game, and extremely replayable, I think. Individual forms might be a bit fiddly - I never got fully used to characters who need to face a certain way to target..
6:20 pm, January 18, 2022
Supernatural Sleuthing in Kansei: The Second Turn HD
Richard writes: "Fans of Ratalaika Games typically know what to expect. However, when it came to Jisei: The First Case HD, fans were pleasantly surprised by how good a Ratalaika Games game could be. I..
12:20 pm, January 15, 2022
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Review Not quite Platinum | Vamers
Vamers says: After the divisive release of Sword and Shield, it comes as a surprise to learn how Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are actually really good remasters. Sword and Shield were u..
9:14 pm, January 12, 2022
Info About The Next FFXIV Expansion Coming End of February, Says Yoshi-P
The Expansion will have "Drastic changes that will surprise you."
12:20 pm, January 11, 2022
Genkai Tokki: Seven Pirates H for Nintendo Switch Coming West Courtesy of EastAsiaSoft
EastAsiaSoft made a surprise announcement, revealing that the newly-announced Genkai Tokki: Seven Pirates H by Felistella is actually coming west.
12:20 am, January 11, 2022
Monster Hunter Rise PC review happy hunting - PCGamesN
From PCGamesN: "Nitpicks aside, Monster Hunter Rise is still my favourite in the series and, to my surprise, its just as much fun playing through a second time on PC as it was the first time on Switch..
6:20 pm, January 10, 2022
Elden Ring's Character Creator Has Leaked And Fans Love How In-Depth It Is
Footage of the Elden Ring character creator has leaked, and fans are pleasantly surprised to find it's a much more in-depth system than that featured in Dark Souls and Bloodborne.
6:10 pm, January 10, 2022
The Crossover Characters That Deserve to be in 'Mario Kart 9'
Stay on track with Mario Kart 8's surprises, Nintendo.
6:20 pm, January 9, 2022
Video Game Review: Blasphemous + All DLC | Yestermade
Did you know Blasphemous is an award-winning Metroidvania that as recently as December received its third and final content update, called Wounds of Eventide? We took a fresh look at the now full and ..
12:20 pm, January 9, 2022
Top Five Biggest Surprises of 2021
Phil writes, "Whether they delighted with unexpected quality or came from out of nowhere, these five video games were certainly pleasant surprises in 2021."
6:20 am, December 31, 2021
The Best Video Game Surprises of 2021
COG: We here at COGconnected have voted for our favorite video game surprises of 2021 so let's check them out together, shall we?
6:20 pm, December 30, 2021
10 Best Nintendo Switch Video Games of 2021
COG: The Switch had huge announcements, surprise releases, and sequels we didnt think we would ever see in 2021.
6:20 pm, December 29, 2021
Game of the Year - Deltarune Chapter 2 A Cybers World
Welcome back Link Cable Gaming fans! At the end of the year, we celebrate by highlighting our favourite game of the year. While there are many excellent high-profile games that came out this year, the..
12:20 am, December 25, 2021
30 Best Video Games of 2021
It shouldnt be a surprise that Metroid Dread tops our list, given our love for both Nintendo and the Metroid series as a whole.
6:20 am, December 23, 2021
Cricket 22 | Fortress of Solitude Review - An Incomplete Sports Game
When it comes to sports games, there is one bat-and-ball game that always gets overlooked. So, it's no surprise that Cricket 22 isn't the next FIFA or NBA2k.
12:20 am, December 22, 2021
Review - Aspire: Ina's Tale (PC) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "Aspire: Inas Tale was an engaging and delightful experience. That being said, dont expect it to be a necessarily happy romp, as most of it is quite melancholy. The ending might no..
6:20 pm, December 18, 2021
The Best Video Game Surprises Of 2021
During a downer of a year, some actually good stuff happened.
6:20 am, December 18, 2021
The Voice of GTA's Franklin Clinton on His Surprise Return to the Franchise
Shawn Fonteno discusses his unexpected return, Franklin’s new attitude, and his thoughts on working alongside Dr. Dre.
12:10 pm, December 17, 2021
GTA Online Winter Update: Everything We Know About the Festive Surprise 2021 Event
While Rockstar has yet to confirm the existence of Festive Surprise 2021, let's break down everything we know about the much-anticipated Winter Update most likely headed to GTA Online in the near futu..
12:10 am, December 17, 2021
Inscryption's 'Mini-Expansion' Kaycee's Mod Lets You Play its Roguelike Deckbuilder Endlessly
Inscryption just got a surprise free "mini-expansion" available now in beta. Entitled Kaycee's Mod, it's effectively an endless version of the roguelike deckbuilder that's at the heart of Inscryption'..
12:10 am, December 15, 2021
A Neural Network Will Help Hello Neighbor 2’s Enemies Surprise You
Hello Neighbor 2 is bringing some big changes to the original’s stealthy formula, including a wider open-world sandbox, multiple creepy characters, and a neural network to make enemy characters ..
12:10 am, December 11, 2021
DEEEER Simulator: Your Average Everyday Deer Game Nintendo Switch Review
Linden from NoobFeed writes - DEEEER Simulator is entertaining to see what bizarre boss concept is up next, but when the whole game hinges on surprise theres nothing to come back for.
12:20 am, December 9, 2021
People are Praising Spider-Man in Fortnite, Especially the Web-Slinging
Fortnite added Spider-Man to the game this past weekend and players are surprised at how smooth the hero's web swinging traversal is, especially compared to other similar games.
6:10 am, December 7, 2021
Switch Big Black Friday Winner, Xbox Series on Par or Ahead of PS5 - Preliminary Estimates
The VGChartz sales team has crunched some early numbers to come up with preliminary worldwide hardware estimates for Black Friday week, the week ending November 27. Not a surprise is that the Nintend..
6:20 am, December 5, 2021
Inside the Surprise Chrono Cross-over Event That Has Fans Buzzing About a Remake
Following reports that beloved PlayStation RPG Chrono Cross might have a remaster in the works, another unrelated piece of official news is helping fuel the Chrono nostalgia even more. Chrono Cross is..
12:10 pm, December 4, 2021
Cheaters in Halo Infinite are becoming a massive problem heres what theyre up to
Microsoft surprised us with Halo Infinite just two weeks ago and we are already experiencing hackers running wild in the game.
12:20 am, December 1, 2021
Mass Effect Amazon Series - Everything You Need to Know
Faceless Gaming's Alex Writes: A series loved for the universe it created and the stories set within that universe, Mass Effect and the big screen seemed like a combination just waiting to happen. Wit..
12:20 am, November 30, 2021
8 new free and paid DLC pieces drop in to Street Outlaws 2: Winner Takes All
Neil writes: "After the absolute rubbish which was Street Outlaws: The List, we'll admit to being taken by surprise by the launch of a sequel in September. But Street Outlaws 2: Winner Takes All was t..
12:20 am, November 27, 2021
Jurassic World Evolution 2 Review - Thumb Culture
"For as long as I can remember I have been a fan of building simulator games going all the way back to Sim City on the PC in the early 90s. Playing the first Jurassic World Evolution was an absolute t..
12:20 am, November 23, 2021
Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy Review We are the champions | Vamers
Vamers says: "Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy is truly an unexpected surprise. Gamers who have played Marvels Avengers might know what to expect from a gameplay perspective here, but they will be blow..
12:20 pm, November 16, 2021
Steam servers refuse to buckle as whole world downloads Halo Infinite
The surprise launch of Halo Infinite's free-to-play multiplayer briefly brought Steam downloads to a halt for some.
6:20 am, November 16, 2021
Halo Infinite Multiplayer Has Been Surprise Released Early
Halo Infinite's free-to-play multiplayer mode has been released early, and is available now on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One.
12:10 am, November 16, 2021
Review: Guardians of the Galaxy - JumpCut PLAY
Guardians of the Galaxy is easily one of the biggest surprises of the year and one of the best Marvel games ever made.
12:20 am, November 15, 2021
Thunderful World: Everything Announced, Including a 3D SteamWorld Game
Thunderful World, the inaugural digital event for the Swedish developer-publisher, aired today, bringing new game announcements, release date reveals, and even a surprise game launch – and all p..
12:10 am, November 11, 2021
Tiny Tina's Dragon Keep DLC Gets Surprise Standalone Release on Xbox Series X|S and PS5
Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep, one of Borderlands 2's best expansions, is getting a surprise standalone release on modern consoles.
12:10 am, November 10, 2021
BioWare Shares Teaser Image, Says 'Mass Effect Will Continue'
BioWare : We have another N7Day surprise for you from the team working on the next Mass Effect.
12:20 pm, November 8, 2021
Animal Crossing Villagers Will Roast You If You Have Roaches in Your House
Many were caught by surprise as the 2.0 update was released early, and logged in to find their homes full of roaches. Unfortunately, the new feature that lets neighbors visit players at home meant a l..
12:10 am, November 5, 2021
A Juggler's Tale Review The Gamers Lounge
Ever feel like a puppet on a string? Dancing to someone elses tune? If so, you will relate to Abby, the protagonist of Kaleidoscubes A Jugglers Tale. Short but sweet, A Jugglers Tale has more than a f..
9:14 pm, October 31, 2021
Monsters, wolves, and pumpkins await players across many gamigo games this Halloween season
gamigoween is here and its up to players to survive our many tricks in order to earn their unique and fun treats! Fans of gamigo are in for a spectacularly spooky surprise this year!
11:20 pm, October 28, 2021
Apex Legends players want to name Ashs pet rat Pikachu
Apex Legends Season 11: Escape is now just days away. The competitive FPS games new season will introduce a new map, Storm Point, a new weapon in the C.A.R SMG, and of course a brand new legend in the..
11:20 pm, October 28, 2021
The Dark Pictures: House Of Ashes | Windows Report Review
Windows Report says: "House of Ashes managed to surprise me. Its predecessor had lowered my expectations somewhat but after multiple playthroughs, Im honestly impressed with how great of a survival ho..
11:20 am, October 28, 2021
Darksiders III for Nintendo Switch Review (The Gamers Lounge)
Darksiders III on Nintendo Switch is a mostly well-done port that is likely to take a lot of people by surprise given its huge graphical upgrade over its previous generation predecessors. While the ga..
11:20 am, October 27, 2021
How Fallout 76 Became a Surprise Hit with Japanese Players
Fallout 76 offers a level of customization unlike any game in the series before it, and players in Japan have created an engaged, supportive community around the many CAMPs being created.
5:10 pm, October 23, 2021
How to Watch the IGN Plays Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy A Day Early With Developer Commentary
From information on where to watch, to what to expect during the gameplay, to surprise reveals, here's everything you need to know about how to watch IGN Plays Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy A Day E..
11:10 pm, October 22, 2021
Industria Review - Small Surprises - MonsterVine
MonsterVine: "Short, solid and enjoyable, Industrias price tag is the only real point of contention, but regardless of whatever price is paid, theres a good game to be had."
11:20 pm, October 19, 2021
Train Station Renovation - PS4 Review - PlayStation Country
Michael Kitchin writes, "Train Station Renovation is not looking to surprise you. Through over a dozen environments, cleaning and repairing a deserted area feels very tactile. It's rewarding as an are..
11:20 am, October 16, 2021
Hell Let Loose developer was blown away by PS5 DualSense features
Since its launch into the PS Plus October 2021 line-up last week, praise has been given to Hell Let Loose for its PS5 DualSense haptic feedback. However, it turns out that the games main developer, Bl..
5:20 am, October 13, 2021
Surprising No One, Forza Horizon 5 Is Awesome – Unlocked 515
5:10 am, October 13, 2021
What Avatars Past Can Tell Us Of Pandoras Future
Jack writes: "It was the surprise announcement of E3 2021: that Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment will be taking gamers into the world of the number one film of all time in Avatar: Frontiers of Pandor..
11:20 pm, October 12, 2021
Review - UNSIGHTED (PC) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Kyle Nicol: "I didnt know what to expect from UNSIGHTED, but all I know is that I was pleasantly surprised by the results. Its a game that features a really fun and fast-paced combat system, wi..
11:20 am, October 12, 2021
Gearshifters Review - TheXboxHub
Neil writes: "On the whole Gearshifters is a brilliant little surprise. A side scrolling combat racer like this shouldn't really have as much going on as Gearshifters does, but the inclusion of those ..
11:20 am, October 11, 2021
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Is Reportedly Not Going To Feature Open-World
Ever since the first trailer for Pokémon Legends: Arceus arrived back in February, fans expected to roam freely around an open world populated by pokémon. And there is a lot of content i..
8:14 am, October 10, 2021
Actraiser Renaissance - Review - Games Asylum
Games Asylum: "In continued tradition in what has been the year of unlikely series revivals, Square-Enix surprised us last month by shadow-dropping a brand-new remake, dubbed Actraiser Renaissance. It..
11:20 pm, October 6, 2021
Metroid Dread Review
A surprise sequel after nearly 20 years, Metroid Dread brings back the legendary exploration and progression and merges it with excellent modern combat and some of the best boss fights ever.
5:10 pm, October 6, 2021
Alan Wake Remastered Review - GamesReviews
From GamesReviews: "There are some games that breathe atmosphere, although arguably not nearly enough. Its really more of a film or book thing, and yet occasionally a title comes along and surprises y..
5:20 pm, October 4, 2021
Kena: Bridge of Spirits devs pleasantly surprised at photo mode usage
Photo Modes are all the rage these days, with communities flocking to share their best snaps in-game with like-minded individuals. Kena: Bridge of Spirits has been no different with the community shar..
11:14 pm, October 3, 2021
Halo Infinite's performance modes impress on Series X and One X
Digital Foundry : Halo Infinite's latest technical tests are in full flight. Last weekend, the action kicked off with the trio of maps we saw in the initial preview, backed by new game maps, offline t..
11:20 pm, October 1, 2021
Aragami 2 Review | TheSixthAxis
TSA writes: Stealth action is far from the most prevalent genre on the market, even with the modern Hitman series and the occasional triple-A treats like Arkane Studios Deathloop. Its this that made t..
11:20 am, September 29, 2021
Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review A Breathtaking and Captivating Wonderland | DualShockers
Rachael Fiddis - "With its Pixar-like characters and beyond stunning animation, Kena: Bridge of Spirits is as charming as it is dark with plenty of surprises that will not only keep players enthralled..
5:20 am, September 21, 2021
Every Mario Game On Nintendo Switch Ranked Worst To Best
Mario stands at the top of video game mascots, boasting a solid track record and an endless number of excellent titles. The character's current library is primarily composed of timeless platformers an..
11:20 pm, September 16, 2021
Steam's Latest Surprise Hit is a Sim Where You Run a Gas Station
Steam's latest surprise indie hit is Gas Station Simulator, which currently ranks third on the Top Sellers list.
5:10 pm, September 16, 2021
What Marvel's Wolverine Teaser Could Mean For Insomniac Games And Their Future On The PS5
Curry writes, "Insomniac Games has done it again with their newest announcement trailers that they showed during the PlayStation showcase event. Fans may not have been expecting any surprise games suc..
5:20 am, September 15, 2021
Sonic Colors: Ultimate Review | Sirus Gaming
Jarren: Sonic Colors: Ultimate is a jump and run game that honestly surprised me as to how fun it could be when I first got a hold of it. I have not played any of the previous Sonic games and this is ..
11:20 am, September 14, 2021
Plenty to Play on PS5 and Xbox Series Between Now and 2023
Welcome back to Next-Gen Console Watch, our show following all the news and rumors on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Series S. This week Seth Macy is joined by Ryan McCaffrey, host of IGN's Xbo..
5:20 am, September 11, 2021
How God of War Ragnarok's World and Combat Are Evolving 2018's Foundation
God of War Ragnarok's director teases how the team is evolving combat, player agency, and the Nine Realms to offer new surprises.
11:10 pm, September 10, 2021
Insomniac Is Making Marvel's Wolverine
In a surprise reveal at today's PlayStation Showcase, Spider-Man and Ratchet & Clank developer Insomniac Games revealed that it has a Wolverine game in development for PS5, seemingly titled simple..
11:10 pm, September 9, 2021
Shadow of the Tomb Raider's PS5 and Xbox Series patch tested
Digital Foundry : A surprise update recently arrived for Shadow of the Tomb Raider, giving the best of both worlds for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X consoles: a high resolution that looks great on 4..
11:20 pm, August 21, 2021
Quake Is Getting A Limited Run Physical Edition, But Not For Xbox
Fraser Gilbert writes, "Microsoft and Bethesda surprised us all with the announcement of an elaborate Quake remaster yesterday, launching straight into Xbox Game Pass for console, PC and the cloud, wh..
5:20 pm, August 21, 2021
10 Most Forgotten PS4 Games
With thousands of games over the years, it shouldn't be a surprise when a Kill Strain joins the litany of forgotten PS4 games.
11:20 am, August 14, 2021
Heads Up, Halo Infinite's File Size Is Likely Going To Be Huge On Xbox
It's no surprise, but it looks as though Halo Infinite's file size is going to be pretty huge.
5:20 pm, August 10, 2021
Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights Review | The Punished Backlog
David Silbert writes: "Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights caught me by complete surprise. 2021 has been a quiet year so far, yet its easy for smaller games like this to fall through the cracks. And ..
5:20 pm, August 7, 2021
The origins of Hades, out next week on PS5, PS4
Hades launches next week on PlayStation! We hope you have a wonderful time exploring the Underworld of Greek myth and discovering all its many surprises starting August 13.
11:20 pm, August 6, 2021
Shadow of the Tomb Raider gets a next-gen update: here's how PS5 and XSX compare
Shadow of the Tomb Raider now has a next-gen update available via backwards compatibility and there are some clear distinctions between the PS5 and Xbox Series X version that may surprise you.
11:20 am, August 6, 2021
Draft Of Darkness Preview - Thumb Culture
"Draft of Darkness is a survival horror game that has deck-building features as well as exploration through roguelike dungeons. I was seriously surprised to learn that Crawly Games is actually a one-m..
5:20 am, August 4, 2021
Is Axie Infinity the next Pokémon?
Everyone has heard of Pokémon. But have you heard of Axie Infinity? No? Youd probably be surprised to hear that the blockchain-based game is currently worth $1.5 billion.
5:20 pm, July 15, 2021
Shadowverse: Champions Battle Preview | TSA
Some things just go together peanut butter and chocolate, French fries and milkshakes, video games and anime. Shadowverse falls firmly into that last category, combining your traditional Japanes..
5:20 am, July 13, 2021
The Nintendo Switch's Success Is Hurting Fans
The Switch has been a commercial success, and that success seems to have served as validation for a series of business decisions contrary to the interests of consumers and fans. The fact that many o..
5:20 pm, July 12, 2021
Overwatch League: The Fall of San Francisco Shock
ESTNN's Ophélie Castelot: "San Francisco Shock can no longer rely on its trademarked aggressive playstyle. To win this new edition of the Overwatch League and make a 3-peat, the team will have ..
5:20 am, July 11, 2021
Little Devil Inside: What Happened To It and When Will It Release?
Little Devil Inside surprised everyone during a PlayStation 5 showcase last June, but the game is yet to get a release date or update, so what happened?
11:20 pm, July 10, 2021
Sea of Thieves Easter egg reveals Rares biggest secret
XO: Theres a wild surprise waiting for people in Sea of Thieves latest Easter egg and it really made me feel two things. One, that I am very old, and two, that I can feel hope. It also shows that deve..
5:20 am, July 4, 2021
Review: Overboard! - Hardcore Gamer
Overboard! is one of the years most delightful surprises so far, a terrific reverse murder mystery with several twists and turns around every corner, and one that can still put up a notable challenge ..
5:20 pm, July 3, 2021
Pictooi from Atooi is Live on the Switch eShop
Mutant Mudds developer Atooi has just released a new logic puzzle title on the Nintendo Switch called Pictooi, and it is available now! This is a pleasant surprise, so if you are a fan of Picross and ..
5:20 pm, July 3, 2021
E3 2021s Biggest Surprises
Here are E3 2021's biggest surprises, ranging from unexpected aliens, through to space and even some Metroid. It was one to remember!
11:20 pm, June 21, 2021
Where Does E3 Go From Here?
Darren writes: "E3 has always been a real highlight. Traditionally, its a time where all the big names roll out their most anticipated releases, as well as plenty of surprises to keep fans happy. Desp..
5:20 pm, June 18, 2021
Video: Here's How Mario Party Superstars On Switch Compares To The N64 Originals
From Nintendo Life: "One of the surprise reveals at Nintendo's E3 Direct was Mario Party Superstars, a brand new (kind of) game in the series that thankfully hadn't leaked to the masses beforehand. T..
11:20 pm, June 17, 2021
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Review | Infinite Start
Perhaps the biggest surprise in 2020 for gaming, besides maybe CD Projekt Reds fall from grace, was Final Fantasy VII Remake recapturing our hearts. With years of build-up, along with being one of the..
5:20 pm, June 16, 2021
3 Biggest Surprises at Square Enix's E3 2021 Showcase
Square Enix's E3 2021 showcase wasn't without its surprises, and these were the three biggest ones that appeared during the event.
5:20 pm, June 15, 2021
The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood Collection - review - STACK
The ever more popular 'Elder Scrolls Online' delivers its fifth expansion, 'Blackwood', with the usual story, style and surprises.
5:20 pm, June 14, 2021
Guillermo Del Toro Introduces New Signalis Trailer at Tribeca Games Spotlight
Guillermo Del Toro made a surprise appearance at this year's Summer Game Fest to draw attention to the upcoming sci-fi/cosmic horror/survival horror title Signalis.
5:20 pm, June 12, 2021
Genshin Impact Midsummer Island Adventure Act II Quest Guide
Cory from HPP here to reveal a few submerged surprises in our Genshin Impact Midsummer Island Adventure Act 2 Guide. Let's dive in!
11:20 pm, June 11, 2021
Review - Clan O'Conall and the Crown of the Stag (PC) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "I was pleasantly surprised by Clan OConall and the Crown of the Stag. I was expecting to get a fun yet mediocre game that would be an enjoyable way to pass the time for a coupe of..
5:20 am, June 11, 2021
Conglomerate 451: Overloaded Shows Up as a Surprise on Switch
34BigThings and RuneHeads have announced a surprise release of Conglomerate 451: Overloaded on the Nintendo Switch! It is available right now.
11:20 pm, June 3, 2021
DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2 Review (Xbox One) - XboxAddict
XBA says: DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2 is a great blend of block building and RPG genres that may surprise you.
11:20 pm, May 27, 2021
Review - Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "Im really happy I finally got a chance to play Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir. Even though the plot isnt anything revolutionary, the well written characters plus a few s..
5:20 am, May 27, 2021
PlayStation Plus Surprises Subscribers With New Free PS4 Game
Sony has surprised PlayStation Plus subscribers with a new free PS4 game ahead of the reveal of June 2021's free games, which leaked yesterday. Unfortunately, if you're on PS5, Sony has nothing for yo..
5:20 am, May 26, 2021
Outriders Expansion Is Coming, According to People Can Fly
From Xfire: "Square Enix, a company that pulled the plug on two DLCs for one of its most successful video games ever in Final Fantasy XV, has been pretty praise-happy with Outriders lately. So perhaps..
11:20 pm, May 24, 2021
Mod Turns GameCube Into a Gaming PC
Behold, we are facing a change that may surprise many people. A Reddit user known as Cityle shared some images of his most recent project, which involved turning the GameCube into a gaming PC.
11:20 pm, May 24, 2021
A 16-bit gem returns cuter than ever Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World Review [Video Chums]
"Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World is a lovely game through-and-through so if you like the idea of getting lost in a lighthearted old-school adventure that's full of fun surprises then you'll enjoy ev..
11:20 pm, May 22, 2021
Rogue Legacy 2 - Patch v0.4.0 - The Drifting Worlds Update
"We are now over the hump with our third major content patch, and are well on our way to including most of what we wanted with Rogue Legacy 2. We still have a few surprises in-store for future updates..
11:20 am, May 19, 2021
Housemarque Found Out About Returnal's $70 Price Tag At the Same Time As Everyone Else
Sony's decision to sell major PS5 games at $70 took even a partner studio by surprise, but for the Returnal team, it seems to have paid off.
11:10 pm, May 14, 2021
Subnautica: Below Zero Review (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: "I have a fear of water. Not in real life, where I should say I quite like the water, but in video games. In these digital realms, water is very rarely a good thing and will usually mean f..
5:20 pm, May 11, 2021
Game Builder Garage Announced for Nintendo Switch
Nintendo surprised us today with a lovely announcement about Game Builder Garage on the Nintendo Switch, a title that allows you to create little games that you can share online.
5:20 am, May 6, 2021
Nintendo 's Game Builder Garage Looks Like Labo Meets Dreams
Nintendo revealed a surprise new game today. Game Builder Garage will teach you how to make games from the "minds of Nintendo." It will be out in June.
11:10 pm, May 5, 2021
Genshin Impact: PS5 vs PS4 Pro - A 60FPS Upgrade Worth Waiting For?
Full PS5 support is added to developer Mihayo's surprise hit action RPG - a game with Unity engine at its core that struggled to deliver at 30fps on last-gen systems.
11:20 pm, May 3, 2021
New Pokémon Snap Review
A photography game with occasionally clunky progression, but which is eager to show off its delightful subjects and let them surprise you.
5:10 pm, April 28, 2021
Super Mario Party Update 1.1.0 Patch Notes Confirm Online Multiplayer
Super Mario Party has received a surprise update today by Nintendo adding in support for the online multiplayer in various gameplay modes.
11:20 am, April 27, 2021
Savage Halloween Review | TheXboxHub
Dave writes: "A modest success, Savage Halloween on the Xbox slaps a spooky mask on a Mega Man run-and-gunner and chucks in some Battletoads-style racing levels for good measure. What it lacks in surp..
11:20 pm, April 26, 2021
NieR Replicant ver.1.224744 Video Review - More Than Just A Replicant | COG
COG writes: After the surprise success of NieR Automata, fans have yearned for more games in the strange and complex world. In celebration of the 10th anniversary, Yoko Taro has remastered and remade ..
5:20 am, April 25, 2021
PS5s Returnal has taken us by surprise | VGC Off the Record
VGC: "This week we discuss Sony's exclusives policy, its PS3 and Vita digital store u-turn and more."
5:20 pm, April 24, 2021
Why PlayStation's Big Store Reversal Surprised Us
IGN's weekly PlayStation show offers hands-on impressions of Returnal, discussion of Sony's store reversal, and much more.
11:10 pm, April 22, 2021
Max Payne 3 and LA Noire on PC Just Started Giving Away All Their DLC for Free
Not only has Rockstar surprise updated both Max Payne 3 and L.A. Noire on PC, it has also made all DLC for each game free for any who own them.
5:10 pm, April 20, 2021
Pirate Action RPG King of Seas Gets May Release Date, Demo Available Today
From GameWatcher: "Publisher Team17 and developer 3DClouds today announced that pirate action-RPG King of Seas now has an official release date. Players can set sailing on May 25, when the game's mult..
5:20 pm, April 15, 2021
The Outriders Episode
Mike & Alex are pleasantly surprised by Outriders. Despite an always-online requirement that has severely hampered it in the launch period, People Can Fly has developed one fine third-person shoot..
5:20 pm, April 5, 2021
Platinum Games just released Apple Arcade exclusive World of Demons
Platinum Games just released an Apple Arcade-exclusive called World of Demons.World of Demons is an action game, which comes as no surprise given Platinum is the developer of some of the best action g..
5:20 pm, April 4, 2021
The Game Boy Colors little-known Kinder Surprise platformer
Games Asylum takes a look at Das Geheimnis der Happy Hippo Insel (The Secret of Happy Hippo Island) - a platformer based on Kinder Surprise characters.
11:20 am, April 4, 2021
Call Of Duty Warzone Gets Surprise Changes, Modern Warfare Gets New Maps
Call of Dutys Season Two Reloaded update was released for Warzone today. In a weird turn of events, 2019s Modern Warfare received the better part of the update, leaving many players upset.
5:20 pm, April 3, 2021
Resident Evil Village: First-Ever PS4 Pro Gameplay (4K)
IGN : If you're curious to see what Resident Evil Village looks like on current-gen consoles - the PS4 and Xbox One versions were a surprise announcement at January's Resident Evil Showcase after RE8 ..
5:20 pm, April 2, 2021
Paradise Lost Review | TheXboxHub
Gareth writes: "Paradise Lost on Xbox has surprised from start to finish. It tells a good and moving story, and deals with an alternative chilling history with some brilliant visuals and well-written ..
5:20 am, March 28, 2021
Serious Sam 2 surprises fans with substantial new update, 15 years after original release
Serious Sam, Croteam's massively over-the-top first-person shooter series, is 20 years old this week, and the developer has surprised fans by launching a substantial free update for Serious Sam 2 on P..
12:20 pm, March 24, 2021
A History of Six Days in Fallujah
Rhiannon of TechRaptor writes, "Six Days in Fallujah made a surprise return recently, but what do we know about its first iteration? We take a look at the history of this controversial war game."
6:20 am, March 9, 2021
Steven Universe: Unleash the Light Review | TheXboxHub
Dave writes: "We were sidewinded by Steven Universe: Unleash the Light on Xbox. We came into it without any experience of Save the Light, and had unfounded assumptions that this was a My First RPG tha..
12:20 am, March 9, 2021
The 10 Best Games Developed by SIE Japan Studio
From PSU: "The news of Japan Studios closure came as a blow to fans of the Sony development teams games. In many ways, this story felt like a bad omen for Sonys campaign to reinstate themselves back o..
12:20 am, March 8, 2021
Persona 5 Strikers Review [Capsule Computers]
Travis of Capsule Computers writes: "Creating a spin-off of a Persona game is nothing new for Atlus as there have been numerous different ones throughout the years spanning across different genres bu..
12:20 pm, March 7, 2021
Outriders Demo Gameplay Impressions | Fortress of Solitude
We recently played the demo for Outriders, and lets just say, that we were quite pleasantly surprised by the gameplay and the story.
6:20 pm, March 1, 2021
EVE Online Had A Fully Functional Bank In 2009 Before Its CEO Robbed 200 Billion From It
From TheGamer: "EVE Online boasts a proprietary virtual economy thats almost as complex as a real one, having seen its very own GameStop-esque short-squeeze just last year. Given that players are alre..
12:20 pm, February 24, 2021
PS5 India Scalpers Are Losing to the Gaming Community
Much like the rest of the world, its no surprise that the PlayStation 5 India launch has been marred by scalpers aplenty until Sony announces a PS5 restock date.
6:20 am, February 24, 2021
Review - World of WarCraft: Shadowlands (PC) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Thomas Medina: "World of WarCraft: Shadowlands surprised me completely. My apprehension over the theme and lingering doubts in pursuing Battle for Azeroths design principles prevented me from e..
12:20 pm, February 23, 2021
Rainbow Six Siege Resident Evil Crossover Coming in Year 6, More RE "Surprises" Revealed This Year
The Rainbow Six Siege Resident Evil crossover is coming in Year 6 for the shooter! More crossover "surprises" to be revealed later this year.
6:20 pm, February 22, 2021
Cat Girl Without Salad: Amuse-Bouche Switch Review - Nintendo Link
WayFoward surprised gamers last year with a real April Fool's release. Check out Jason Capp's review of Cat Girl Without Salad: Amuse-Bouche, a silly shooter with a lot of charm despite its (extremely..
6:20 pm, February 21, 2021
TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 68: Nintendo: Direct-ors Cut
James writes - "Well, Nintendo caught everyone off-guard with a surprise presentation this week and so there are a heck of a lot of announcements to discuss. Hence, TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode..
6:20 pm, February 20, 2021
Review - Little Nightmares II (PC) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Jason Palazini: "Regardless of whether or not I return to play Little Nightmares II again, it was one hell of a ride that I wont soon forget. It had my attention from start to finish and was pe..
12:20 pm, February 19, 2021
Little Nightmares II Review (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: If you go down to the woods today, youre sure of a big surprise, namely a massive log to the face or a bear trap snapping you body in half. Make no mistake, you are going to die an awful l..
6:20 pm, February 9, 2021
Cyberpunk 2077 Keanu sex mod removed following CD Projekt warning
From Eurogamer: "Nobody was particularly surprised when modders managed to put Keanu Reeves' character into Cyberpunk 2077 sex scenes, so perhaps it comes as even less of a shock that CD Projekt Red h..
6:20 am, January 30, 2021
Bayonetta 3: Kamiya Says It's 'Safe to Expect' News This Year
"Maybe we should all reset and forget about Bayonetta 3," said Kamiya. "Then when something finally does happen, it will be a nice surprise, won’t it?"
12:10 am, January 30, 2021
Platforming Modern Classic Celeste Gets a Surprise Semi-Sequel
The creators of Celeste have surprise-launched a semi-sequel to the original game to mark its third anniversary.
6:10 pm, January 26, 2021
Gatekeeper Near Top of Annual Fire Emblem Heroes Choose Your Legends Vote
The Fire Emblem Heroes Choose Your Legends annual vote is well underway and the interim results were just announced with a big surprise.
12:20 pm, January 26, 2021
11 Games That Might Be Surprise Hits In 2021 & Beyond
There's a lot of games to look forward to on that beautiful horizon, but here's a few that might take you by surprise.
12:20 am, January 22, 2021
Marvel Realm of Champions Review (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: 3v3 MOBAs are a dime a dozen these days, which really shouldnt be a surprise when you see the popularity League of Legends has enjoyed over the past decade. Theirs is a highly sought after..
12:20 pm, January 16, 2021
Resident Evil 4 Haunted The GameCube 16 Years Ago
From TheGamer: "It's hard to imagine but back in 2005, it was a big deal that Resident Evil 4 was a limited-time GameCube exclusive, regardless of how huge this entry became. Over the past 16 years, y..
6:20 am, January 13, 2021
Every Australian made video game released in 2020
From Indie darlings to massive blockbusters, you might be surprised to find out how many of your favourite games are made down under. Here is every game, big or small made in Australia released in 202..
12:20 pm, January 10, 2021
A tale of 2 fairies and their mom - Arcade Archives: Rod Land Review [Video Chums]
"Rod Land is an unexpected surprise from the golden age of adorable single-screen arcade games. Its nifty scoring mechanics and wide variety of enemies make it quite a satisfying treat so if you enjoy..
12:20 am, January 10, 2021
Sea Invaders Review | Hardcore Droid
David Eber writes: "Do you like space shooter games like Galaxia, but you're tired of always playing in space? That's the question posed by Genera Indie Games, and their answer is Sea Invaders, a clas..
12:20 pm, January 9, 2021
Cyberpunk Mod Adds Male V Romance Option With Surprise Full Dialogue
A mod for the PC version of Cyberpunk 2077 allows male V players to romance Judy, who can only be romanced by V with a female body and female voice in the unmodified version of the game.
12:10 am, January 6, 2021
Best Switch Games of 2020
Shubhankar Parijat writes "Since its launch, the Switch has settled into a very clear pattern- one where it alternates between having jampacked and relatively quiet years. And after a 2019 that was br..
12:20 pm, January 3, 2021
MP1st Top 10 Games of 2020 and Game of the Year Winner
MP1st Top 10 Games of 2020: Here are the games that made the cut, and the winner might surprise you as the site's best games of 2020.
6:20 am, January 1, 2021
Override 2: Super Mech League - Review - Xbox Infinity
The original Override: Mech City Brawl was released 2 years ago, and while it wasnt up to the standards of AAA fighters, it was a pleasant change of direction packed with giant beasts ripping each oth..
12:20 am, January 1, 2021
Detective Conans Airport Announced for Microsoft Flight Simulator
Japan takes its pop culture seriously, so you shouldnt be surprised to see an airport named after a popular manga character, and that airport is coming to Microsoft Flight Simulator.
12:20 pm, December 30, 2020
Assassins Creed Valhalla's Successes, Surprises, And Post-Launch Priorities
Game Informer: "We interviewed to producer Julien Laferrière about the big changes, the upcoming priorities, and the decisions that went on behind the scenes during the development of Ubisoft's..
6:20 am, December 28, 2020
How Games Encourage Self-Improvement
KeenGamer: "The current state of the world has severely limited our means of self-betterment. However, you might be surprised by how games encourage self-improvement. In a time when its advised we sta..
12:20 pm, December 27, 2020
ZA/UMs Disco Elysium is now available in French, German, and traditional Chinese
The team at ZA/UM have a few extra surprises in store for fans this holiday season. The studio has today released three new language options for their multi-award winning role-playing game, "Disco Ely..
6:20 pm, December 26, 2020
Season Interview Scavengers Studio on Their World, A PS4 Release, and Developing in 2020
Season was one of The Game Awards most pleasant surprises. Learn more about this beautiful "bicycle road trip" game in Wccftech's full interview.
12:20 am, December 25, 2020
Ark Survival Evolved Update 2.45 Rolled Out Today, New Year's Surprise Event Announced
Studio Wildcard has released the Ark Survival Evolved update 2.45 patch, and this is for a specific fix! New Year's surprise event announced.
12:20 pm, December 24, 2020
Xseed Games Teases "Surprises" for 2021
Today Xseed games released a new video showing off its releases for 2020 and teasing new and exciting games for 2021.
12:20 pm, December 22, 2020
Cave Digger Review | TheXboxHub
Dave writes: "The opening stages have that gleeful abandon that a lot of mining games have, as our pockets filled with gold and unlocks made us into mining deities. The game kept widening out to add m..
12:20 pm, December 20, 2020
Meet your biggest enemy in buying a PS5 - grinch bots
In news that will surprise precisely nobody, its still virtually impossible to get hold of a PS5. The culprit? Scalpers and bots.
12:20 am, December 20, 2020
ALTDEUS: Beyond Chronos Review - This Isn't a Dream (Oculus Quest) - KeenGamer
KeenGamer: "In ALTDEUS: Beyond Chronos, your choices matter! Tread carefully as this game has alternate endings, and some may surprise you. This game can be short or long, depending on how you play. E..
12:20 am, December 19, 2020
Will Smith Surprises 14-Year-Old Cancer Patient With PlayStation 5
Gamingbible writes: Will Smith is without a doubt an American national treasure. The 52-year-old actor is the life and soul of so many films and TV shows, and that's without mentioning the guy's music..
6:20 pm, December 18, 2020
The Biggest Nintendo Surprises and Disappointments of 2020 - NVC 539
Nintendo Voice Chat for the week of December 17, 2020.
12:10 am, December 18, 2020
BPM: Bullets Per Minute - Video Review - Any Button Gaming
Both developed and published by Awe Interactive, BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE is a rhythm FPS Rogue-like for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Going into this one blind, I was delightfully surprised by what..
12:20 am, December 16, 2020
Tunic: A Long-Awaited Update on Xbox's Adorable Zelda-like
Don't be surprised if this ends up being the Cuphead of 2021.
6:20 am, December 13, 2020
Looking back to 2010 and the Groovy Battlefields of Bad Company 2's Vietnam Expansion
Paul writes: "Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam can be called a success. I enjoyed playing it, and appreciated the change to a simpler time when guns were inaccurate and you seemed to have more of a ..
12:20 pm, December 12, 2020
NintendoLife Review: Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 - Another Fine Fusion Of Two Puzzle Greats
The original Puyo Puyo Tetris was one of those strange combinations that didn't seem like it would work but was actually surprisingly moreish, sort of like whoever came up with the idea of cola chicke..
6:20 am, December 9, 2020
Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 Review (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: Tetris needs no introduction, but depending on where you are in the world, Puyo Puyo might. While gaining greater international recognition beyond its native Japan where its a respected na..
12:20 am, December 8, 2020
Tunic: A Long-Awaited Update from the Developer of Xbox's Adorable Zelda-like
Don't be surprised if this ends up being the Cuphead of 2021.
6:10 pm, December 7, 2020
GotGame | Bugsnax Review
Bugsnax just might be one of the biggest surprises of the year thanks to charming characters and a heartfelt story. Here's GotGame's review.
6:20 pm, November 30, 2020
The Last Blade: Beyond the Destiny Review: A Great Retro Fighter (Switch) - KeenGamer
KeenGamer: "This action packed fighter will surprise fighting game fans and retro fans alike. The Last Blade: Beyond the Destiny jumps from the year 2000 on the Neo Geo Pocket Color all the way to the..
6:20 pm, November 30, 2020
A wonderful RPG surprise - Seven Knights -Time Wanderer- Review [Video Chums]
"If you're looking for a new RPG to add to your Switch library, look no further than Seven Knights -Time Wanderer-. You'll be pleasantly surprised by its large cast of characters, gorgeous detailed sc..
12:20 pm, November 21, 2020
Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox Series X and Xbox One X Gameplay Revealed
CD Projekt Red has shared 10 minutes of Cyberpunk 2077 gameplay on both Xbox Series X and Xbox One X in a surprise Night City Wire Special.
6:10 pm, November 17, 2020
24-Hour Black Ops Cold War 2XP Starts Today; Balancing Changes Coming in Season 1
Treyarch has announced a surprise 24-hour Black Ops Cold War 2XP event is starting today! Players should expect a weapon, streaks & more balance pass soon.
12:20 am, November 16, 2020
No More Heroes 1 on Switch is a blood-drenched trip down memory lane (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: "Im a simple man. I love No More Heroes, and Ive wanted it on Nintendo Switch ever since I got my hands on the hybrid-handheld console three years ago. Ive been craving a proper sequel to ..
12:20 pm, November 12, 2020
Godfall review | God is a Geek
Godfall is a massive surprise. It borrows combat from God of War and has enough loot to make Diablo blush. It may look garish but it's well designed and has that "one more go" factor.
12:20 pm, November 11, 2020
Playstation 5 Review - The "No" Compromises Next Generation We Deserve
If you have skipped the previous Playstation 4 generation and are finally coming back to consoles, you will be surprised how close the experience is comparable to a current high-end gaming PC. For tho..
6:20 pm, November 7, 2020
Yakuza: Like a Dragon review: Sega strike gold with the newest entry in Yakuza series | Daily Mirror
Sega and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio link up again for another Yakuza title with a lot of changes that will surprise fans.
12:20 pm, November 5, 2020
Supraland Review PlayStation 4 - ThisGenGaming
TGG says: "Supraland takes a whole bunch of ideas from some well-known games and manages to combine them together to create what turned out to be a pretty memorable experience. It constantly surprised..
12:20 pm, November 2, 2020
Nintendo Switch's Sales Record and Fire Emblem's Surprise Localization - NVC 531
Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light and Nintendo Switch sales headline this week's episode of Nintendo Voice Chat.
11:10 pm, October 22, 2020
Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Guide 7 tips & tricks for beginners
Ghost of Tsushima has bolstered in size since launching earlier this year, introducing a surprise multiplayer mode that comes with a supernatural twist.You and up to three other adventurers can tackle..
5:20 pm, October 21, 2020
Exclusive Look At Stealth And Combat In Marvels Spider-Man: Miles Morales
One of the main ways Insomniac is differentiating the two web-slinging heroes is through their abilities in combat. While Miles will still have access to a plethora of spider gadgets, he'll also be ab..
5:20 pm, October 16, 2020
Ex-Sega Developer Criticizes Release of Golden Axe Prototype Created 'Under Crunch Conditions'
Golden Axed: A Cancelled Prototype is coming to Steam as part of SEGA's 60th-anniversary celebrations, a move that has surprised and upset one of the original developers of the game.
5:10 pm, October 15, 2020
FIFA 21 | Fortress of Solitude Review
For the first time in forever, EA Sports football sim, FIFA 21, feels challenging and rewarding, proving that 2020 is the year of surprises.
5:20 am, October 13, 2020
Star Wars Squadrons - Sector review
This is a little-big surprise from EA with great acion gameplay mainly in multiplayer. An interesting singleplayer campaign is the only thing it lacks.
5:20 am, October 9, 2020
Autocorrect Creator Releases His First iOS Game
Ken Kocienda, the creator of autocorrect, has released his first game, and surprise, surprise, it's all about solving chill spelling puzzles.
11:10 pm, October 7, 2020
Crash Bandicoot 4: Its About Time Review (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: After decades of neglect and some pretty naff spin-offs, Crash Bandicoot is back for a brand new adventure. The huge success of the remastered trilogy and Crash Team Racing may have been a..
11:20 am, October 2, 2020
Swordsman VR review (PSVR) | Press Play News
Press Play Media: "Sinn Studio certainly isnt a newcomer in the VR domain, having released three VR games prior to Swordsman, but this was our first romp with one of their games and the previous ones ..
5:20 am, October 2, 2020
Review - Projection: First Light (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "Projection: First Light is a game that not only surprised me with its concept, but with its solid execution. It has a simple, yet incredible idea that Im shocked hasnt been utiliz..
5:20 am, October 1, 2020
Pokemon Sword & Shield Expansion Pass Update and More
Pokemon Sword and Shield's new DLC is around the corner, but the Pokemon Company have some more surprises for us along the way in the form of a update presentation. Watch the video or check out the ar..
5:20 pm, September 29, 2020
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - First Gameplay Shows Young Impa, Combat and More
The first gameplay of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity showed off Link's moveset, a new take on Hyrule, and a surprise appearance from a young Impa.
5:10 pm, September 26, 2020
eFootball PES 2021 Season Update Review | TheXboxHub
James writes - "Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) has been around for as long as I can remember, under various guises and name alterations, so the fact Konami are celebrating its 25th anniversary with the la..
5:20 pm, September 25, 2020
PlayStation vs Xbox vs Nintendo Who Comes Out On Top This Holiday Season?
The answer will either surprise you, or be abundantly obvious to you. No middle ground.
11:20 am, September 20, 2020
Nintendo Confirms It Has New Hardware Planned, But Offers Very Few Details
Nintendo has confirmed that its next console will try to surprise players in the same way as previous generations, and will use Nintendo Accounts.
5:10 pm, September 16, 2020
FIFA 21 Ratings: Messi is still No.1
Another year, another FIFA 21 entry, and EA Sports is readying the masses ahead of the game's release, unearthing the top 100 players in the game, and those at the top of the list should really c..
5:20 pm, September 14, 2020
Spelunky 2 Review
A masterpiece that stays true to the original while also holding surprises around every corner.
5:10 pm, September 14, 2020
Marvels Avengers Review - Part of the journey is the end | TheXboxHub
James writes: "Unfortunately, it seems the more of Marvels Avengers you play, the less likely you are to come away with an overall positive experience. The single player by itself might take you up to..
11:20 pm, September 13, 2020
Microsofts new Xbox Series S is surprisingly small in size and price
From The Verge: "The new Xbox Series S is surprisingly small, both in terms of its $299 price and its dimensions. Ive been playing around with a nonfunctional Xbox Series S this week, and Im genuinely..
5:20 pm, September 11, 2020
Borderlands 3: Psycho Krieg and the Fantastic Fustercluck DLC Review
A bizarre odyssey through Kreig’s cranium that holds one great boss battle but few other surprises.
5:10 pm, September 10, 2020
The Outer Worlds: Peril on Gorgon Review - Once More Unto The Colonies - GamerBraves
The Outer Worlds was one of the big surprise hits that came out last year, from beloved RPG makers Obsidian Entertainment. Peril On Gorgon is the first of the games narrative-driven DLC, set on the re..
5:20 pm, September 9, 2020
Reacting to Xbox Series X/S Price and Release Date
The Xbox Series X and the release date aren't much of a surprise, but the Series S is packing a LOT more bang for its buck than you might've anticipated...
5:10 am, September 9, 2020
Marvel's Avengers Review - JPS
JPS writes: "Marvels Avengers has a good campaign, and Im surprised by how much I liked the overall game. Sure the gameplay can feel repetitive, but I enjoyed playing as many different characters."
11:20 pm, September 8, 2020
Super Mario Bros. 35: Super Mario Battle Royale Announced
During a surprise Nintendo Direct this morning for the Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary, Nintendo announced a brand new game called Super Mario Bros. 35. Super Mario Bros. 35 is an online battle gam..
5:20 pm, September 5, 2020
Calm down, Super Mario Galaxy 2 is Coming to Switch - Opinion Piece
DASH reflects his thoughts on the glaring omission made during Nintendo's surprise announcement of the Super Mario 3D All-Stars. But where was Super Mario Galaxy 2?
5:20 pm, September 4, 2020
Review - Crusader Kings III (PC) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Thomas Medina: "After Final Fantasy VII REMAKE went from a game I had no interest in to one of my favorite games in years, I didnt think anything else could surprise me this year. But 2020 is p..
11:20 am, September 4, 2020
Review - Ary and the Secret of the Seasons (Xbox One) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "Ary and the Secret of the Seasons pleasantly surprised me. Its by no means a perfect game, as its rife with bugs, glitches, and graphical issues, but its so charming that you wont..
11:20 am, September 3, 2020
Project Cars 3 is a quite a Shift in direction - Entertainium Review
If you like more approachable racing games, you will be pleasantly surprised by Project Cars 3.
5:20 pm, September 2, 2020
The Last Campfire Review (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: After the huge media fallout from the pre-release hype of No Mans Sky, it is perhaps no surprise that Hello Games follow-up title is a more low-key affair. Released with relatively little ..
11:20 am, August 28, 2020
Review - Descenders (PS4) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Leo Faria: "All in all, Descenders surprised me in a very positive way. If anything, its a very unique concept, mixing downhill cycling, a Skate-inspired dual-stick trick system and some roguel..
11:20 am, August 25, 2020
Fall Guys Patch 1.06 Live Now; Full Patch Notes are Here
We said yesterday that it might take a week - but SURPRISE We're releasing HOTFIX 2 right now! Unfortunately, one fix (Spectating team mates first) has been pushed back into the next update, as it w..
11:20 pm, August 24, 2020
The Best Indie News & Video Games From The Third Week of August, 2020
Its been another big week for indie games with some surprise releases, as well as delays and unexpected reveals from across the world!
5:20 am, August 24, 2020
Spiritfarer Surprise Releases Today On PC and Console
Thunder Lotus has decided to shake everyone out of the reveree by announcing that their intriguing game Spiritfarer releases today on all platforms, taking advantage of the Nintendo Indie Wo..
11:20 pm, August 18, 2020
Nintendo Showcase Highlights 14 Switch Games
Nintendo's latest indie world showcase included a host of new game announcements, and surprise launches for several Switch games today.
5:10 pm, August 18, 2020
Apple is working on a Cloud Gaming Service for Upcoming 5G iPhones
Well, no big surprise because today a new patent for cloud gaming service has been published by Apple. This patent was published in Europe and mentioned: Enabling Interactive Service for Cloud Renderi..
11:20 am, August 18, 2020
Microsoft Flight Simulator review - a sim for everyone, and one of the best sims yet | Eurogamer
Eurogamer writes: So often, Microsoft Flight Simulator feels like the future. I've been playing daily for pretty much a month now, and I still struggle on occasion to believe it's real; dozens of hou..
11:20 am, August 18, 2020
Paper Mario: The Origami King (NS) Review | VGChartz
VGChartz's Nicholas Taylor: "It would be a lie to say that Paper Mario: The Origami King returns to its roots, so if you're a die-hard fan who wishes to see the Paper Mario franchise return to the for..
11:20 pm, August 15, 2020
Control: AWE DLC Gets 15-Minutes of Moody Gameplay, Alan Wake Crossover Further Detailed
Nathan Birch of wccftech writes, "Last week Remedy Entertainment pulled the curtain back on Control: AWE, the games final big update, and surprise surprise, it turns out the DLC is actually an Alan Wa..
5:20 pm, August 14, 2020
Halo Infinite's Delay Is a Big Blow to the Xbox Series X's Launch Plans
Ed writes: "The surprise announcement of the release window of the Xbox Series X and the delay of Halo Infinite has changed everything about its launch."
11:20 pm, August 11, 2020
Pikmin 3 Removed From Wii U eShop
Following the surprise announcement of Pikmin 3 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch, Pikmin 3 is removed from sale on the Wii U eShop.
5:20 am, August 6, 2020
Cuphead Surprise Released on PS4
The beautiful, cruel combat-platformer is out on PS4 right now.
5:10 pm, July 28, 2020
5 Shows That Should Return With G4TV
From Cinelinx: This past week delivered the surprise reveal that G4TV was making a return. While we still don't have the details on how, there are some shows I hope to see return with it!
11:20 pm, July 26, 2020
Halo Infinite's Demo Was a Fine Showcase of the Game
Gamerheadquarters; "I was fairly surprised that after the big Xbox reveal event that there was such a negativity pointed towards the Ascension demo for Halo Infinite. As while watching I was generally..
11:20 pm, July 23, 2020
Creaks PS4 Review - PlayStation Universe
From PSU: "Creaks on the PlayStation 4 came out of nowhere and really surprised me to say the least. Developed and published by Amanita Design, Creaks is a puzzle game and is visually similar to the d..
5:20 pm, July 19, 2020
Review - Rocket Arena (Xbox One) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Leo Faria: "All in all, this was a very positive surprise. Rocket Arena is a delightful breath of fresh air in the increasingly saturated hero shooter genre, mixing elements from old-school sho..
11:20 am, July 18, 2020
PS5: Preorders Won't Be a Surprise, Sony Says
After a rush of speculation earlier this week about a surprise PS5 preorder drop, Sony has said they'll give advanced notice before the console is made available to preorder.
11:10 pm, July 17, 2020
Kicking back with the thrills of Dontnod's Twin Mirror | TheXboxHub
Neil writes - "First revealed back in 2018, all has been relatively quiet on the promotion front for Twin Mirror since. That is until now, and hot on the heels of a teaser trailer that dropped at the ..
5:20 pm, July 11, 2020
PS1-PS4 Announced Price at E3 When Will Sony Reveal PS5s Price?
Looking back at the history of the Sony PlayStation consoles I did some investigation on when Sony typically announced the price of their consoles. Youd be surprised how consistent theyve been over th..
9:33 pm, July 3, 2020
The Last of Us Part 2 Cameo - There's a Friendly Face You Probably Didn't Recognize
There's a surprise The Last of Us 2 cameo in the game, which players might have seen but didn't now who the person was. Not really spoiler-ish as well.
5:33 pm, July 1, 2020
5 Reasons to be Excited About Kena: Bridge of Spirits
The PlayStation Brahs: Kena: Bridge of Spirits from Ember Lab was one of the best surprises during the PS5 reveal. Today James P. gives us 5 reasons why you should be excited about it.
2:00 pm, July 1, 2020
Yes, Your Grace releases on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch
Neil writes: "When Yes, Your Grace launched on PC back in March 2020, it immediately become one of the biggest Steam launches of the year. From there it went on to earn more than a million dollars of ..
2:33 pm, June 27, 2020
Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town Preview (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: "As weve been riding a wave of Animal Crossing-related good feeling for the last few months, its little surprise to see other titles hopping into the release schedule, hoping to catch the ..
2:33 pm, June 24, 2020
Star Wars Episode 1: Racer Review | Goomba Stomp
After being delayed hours before release due to unforeseen circumstances and then oddly missing in action for about a month, Aspyrs latest port in their line of classic Star Wars games has finally rec..
7:00 am, June 24, 2020
Star Wars: Squadrons - Why You Should Be Hyped For It
Seemingly out of nowhere, Star Wars: Squadrons popped up last week after it was leaked just days before its official unveiling. It surprised many, especially those who have really fond memories of Sta..
6:33 pm, June 23, 2020
The Last of Us: Part II | GamerGhost Review
Charlie writes: "As I sit here contemplating the words to write for this review, I also find myself thinking about the build up to the games release. The delays, the leaks, the cliffhanger ending of t..
1:33 am, June 23, 2020
5 key differences in Dead by Daylight on Mobile
Dead by Daylight is now available on all platforms. However on mobile, Dead by Daylight has different mechanics than on all other devices. This will come as a surprise to any long time player that dec..
6:33 pm, June 22, 2020
Pokémon: The Isle of Armor (Sword and Shield) - The Dojo Meta
Even after only a few hours in, Isle of Armor is packed with content and a lovely slew of surprises. I was quite happy with seeing two in particular.
5:33 pm, June 22, 2020
Review: Pokemon Sword and Shield: The Isle of Armor | Destructoid
Chris Carter: "Surprise: Isle of Armor does not completely shake up the Pokemon formula. You're getting a very small narrative and another big interconnected Wild Area: that's pretty much the gist of ..
1:33 pm, June 22, 2020
Two Warnings About The Last Of Us 2 User Review Scores
Forbes: Well, it should come as no surprisecritics and gamers disagree wildly on The Last Of Us 2, though the reasons for this divide are less than clear-cut.
7:00 pm, June 21, 2020
The Lack of Real FIFA 21 Information Is Concerning
Author writes: "Coming as a surprise to absolutely no one, a first look at FIFA 21 was shown during EA Play Live and it had a worrying lack of information."
7:00 am, June 20, 2020
PlayStation 5: what to expect from next-gen console ray tracing
From Digital Foundry: "With nigh-on 30 titles revealed at last week's PlayStation 5 software showcase, there's certainly plenty of material for Digital Foundry to mull over in its wake - but one of th..
5:00 pm, June 17, 2020
New Game+ Expo Promises Exciting Announcements & Surprises About Japanese Games With New Teaser
Today the organizers of the New Game+ Expo, also known as "NGPX" released a teaser trailer providing a further glimpse of what you can expect.
7:00 pm, June 16, 2020
Nintendo's Jump Rope Challenge Is Available Now on Switch
Nintendo has surprise released Jump Rope Challenge, a free simple game that was created by a few Nintendo developers who were working from home and wanted "to add quick and fun physical movement into ..
5:30 am, June 16, 2020
Remnant: From the Ashes Swamps of Corsus DLC Review | TheXboxHub
Richard writes: "Swamps of Corsus on Xbox One is a DLC that offers tons of replayability, in a game that had it to spare already. Previously a surprise hit, this update has propelled Remnant: From the..
5:33 pm, June 15, 2020
Review - Across the Grooves (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Leo Faria: "This was a fantastic surprise. Across the Grooves might feature some questionable sound department choices and some limitations caused by its visual novel nature, but I would be lyi..
5:33 pm, June 14, 2020
What's the one game you can't wait to play from the PS5 showcase?
Gamesradar: "You might have noticed that Sony blew up the internet last night, blasting us with a bunch of PS5 games and, finally, blowing us away with the bold PS5 design. The line up of new games fe..
4:33 am, June 14, 2020
Sonys surprise PS5 Digital Edition sets up a next-gen price war
Sony finally revealed its PlayStation 5 console hardware this week, and while the console design will undoubtedly be labeled divisive, the real surprise was Sonys plans for two PS5 models. Theres a PS..
4:00 am, June 13, 2020
PlayStation 5: The Top 5 Announcements That Surprised Us
COG writes: PlayStation 5 had a wild and stellar reveal event and while some of the games were expected, these 5 were much welcome surprises!
3:33 pm, June 12, 2020
Review - Skelattack (Xbox One) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "I was pleasantly surprised with Skelattack. Its far from perfect, but its still a lot more enjoyable than I would have thought for a game that wasnt advertised at all before relea..
7:33 am, June 10, 2020
What game would you like to see tackle a different genre?
PCGamer: Gears of War surprised many of us when it turned out to make a fine backdrop for a turn-based tactics game. Also this year, Pong became a roleplaying game somehow, and the next Yakuza game is..
10:00 am, June 7, 2020
Konami Just Surprise-Launched A Brand New Action Platformer On Switch
Check out Skelattack.
10:33 am, June 4, 2020
How the Nintendo Switch became the hottest video game console in America
Over the last 40 years, Nintendo has provided countless hours of video gaming entertainment. But with the rise of the Switch, the company took a huge step forward. And during the coronavirus pandemic ..
10:33 pm, June 3, 2020
Shantae and the Seven Sirens Review: What a Lovely Voice | Garage Band Gamers
Shantae's fifth journey comes with everything players have come to expect with a couple surprises thrown in for good measure. A classic WayForward Metroidvania.
3:33 pm, June 2, 2020
Sober Speculation: Segas 60th Anniversary Surprise
The company promises "special contents" for its 60th anniversary and a journalist teases a "revolutionary" scoop on the level of the PS5's reveal. What is going on here? ZL speculates on some possibil..
8:33 pm, May 30, 2020
Wube Software Announces Surprise Early Factorio Release Date
TechRaptor writes, "Factorio is getting an earlier release than previously planned. Developer Wube Software says the game will now launch on August 14th this year, five weeks earlier than the ori..
6:00 pm, May 30, 2020
How a Series of Bad Decisions Led to the Sega Saturn Failure
With a swell of hype elevating Sonys PlayStation, Sega wanted to introduce its console to fans with a bang, but ended up with a whimper due to a surprise North American launch at E3.
5:33 pm, May 29, 2020
Nintendo Switch Has Untapped Power Left, Upcoming Games Will Surprise Fans, Says Saber CEO
According to Saber Interactive (the makers of The Witcher III port) CEO Matthew Karch, the Nintendo Switch hardware has untapped power left and upcoming games will surprise fans in this regard.
2:00 am, May 29, 2020
RetroMania Wrestling Getting More Content Added, Asks Fans for Submissions
Carl Williams writes, "Retrosoft Studios are planning to add more content to RetroMania Wrestling. This is no surprise to those that have followed this games development like we have. If WWE 2K20 is l..
12:33 pm, May 27, 2020
Review - Maneater | Game Hype
Ryan Wrote: "Maneater is a fantastic surprise and clearly crafted with care and passion and as such deserves to be played."
6:33 pm, May 26, 2020
Can Paper Mario: The Origami King Pull the Series Out of the Shredder?
Last week Nintendo caught just about everyone off-guard with the surprise reveal of Paper Mario: The Origami King. They didnt just drop a name or a cryptic, thirty second teaser either. Instead, fans ..
5:33 pm, May 26, 2020
Maneater Review PlayStation 4 - ThisGenGaming
TGG says: "Maneater, in my opinion, is one of the surprise video game hits of 2020."
1:33 pm, May 25, 2020
Maneater Review [Capsule Computers]
Travis Bruno of Capsule Computers writes: "Playing as an animal that grows and evolves through defeating enemies has always made for an interesting time, even back on the SNES with E.V.O. so the fact..
12:00 pm, May 25, 2020
Pac-Man, The Japanese Game That Took Over The World, Turns 40
May 22, 2020 marks the 40th anniversary of a moment that shook the video game industry and profoundly changed the way we play: the debut of Pac-Man, which first hit arcades in Japan on May 22, 1980. ..
9:00 am, May 25, 2020
Whiteboyz Wit Attitude: The Pursuit of Money Must Be Seen to Be Believed
PushSquare: "Every so often, a game comes out of nowhere and completely blows you away. It could be a cool, little indie title that the PlayStation Blog highlights in its weekly The Drop post or a gam..
1:33 am, May 25, 2020
Nindie Spotlight: Sports Story | VGChartz Preview
VGChartz's Stephen LaGioia: "Indie developer Sidebar Games surprised Nintendo fans in late 2017 with perhaps one of the biggest sleeper hits on the console - Golf Story. Along with its humble yet char..
5:33 pm, May 24, 2020
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Review - TIFA 2020 | WhatsGood
Despite the hype and buzz from fans leading up to release, Final Fantasy 7 Remake took a newcomer like me by complete surprise. The FF7 Remake won me over in every way.
3:33 pm, May 23, 2020
Wasteland 3 will be the best Wasteland yet - Expansive
Wasteland 3 is just absolutely great fun and is seemingly full of surprises. Even the soundtrack when it creeps in is an absolute clanger. Having spent a substantial chunk of time with the game now, E..
12:33 pm, May 19, 2020
As a Developer, These Are Some of Unreal Engine 5 Features That Really Excite Me
When Geoff said people were in for a surprise with Tuesdays Summer of Gaming reveal, he really wasnt joking around, nor looking to pull any punches as we got our first look at the next evolution of th..
5:00 pm, May 18, 2020
Paper Mario is the Next Step in Nintendo's 2020 Dominance
Nintendo surprised fans with news of Paper Mario: The Origami King's release, furthering its strength in the gaming industry and securing a win for 2020.
11:33 pm, May 17, 2020
Paper Mario's Reveal Proves Nintendo Still Has Surprises Up Its Sleeve
With the Paper Mario: The Origami King announcement, Nintendo has proven it can still find new ways to surprise its audience.
7:00 pm, May 17, 2020
Why a New Paper Mario is so (Cautiously) Exciting
The NVC crew assembles for a short, standalone episode to discuss the surprise announcement of Paper Mario: The Origami King.
5:33 pm, May 16, 2020
Paper Mario: The Origami King - boxart, screenshots, file size
Nintendo made a surprise announcement today by revealing Paper Mario: The Origami King for Switch.
2:00 pm, May 15, 2020
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Mega Mix finally got me to meet its beloved star | Entertainium
You might be surprised in just how close you can be to furiously trying to get a high score in this new Hatsune Miku title.
5:33 am, May 15, 2020
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Player Recreating Stardew Valley's Pelican Town
In a move that shouldn't come as a surprise, one daring Animal Crossing fan has decided to recreate Pelican Town from Stardew Valley.
9:00 am, May 14, 2020
Review: Raid: Shadow Legends | Link-Cable
Jacob St-Amour from Link-Cable Writes: "Since its release back in 2018, Raid: Shadow Legends has had a reputation of being another mobile cash-grab title by trying to nickle and dim you every step of ..
2:33 pm, May 13, 2020
Remothered: Broken Porcelain Preview - Promises 'Many Surprises' For Horror Fans | GameByte
Remothered: Broken Porcelain looks like it has taken the best parts of Tormented Fathers and twisted them into an even more bone-chilling experience.
2:00 pm, May 13, 2020
Race With Ryan: Surprise Track Pack DLC Released, Deluxe and Retail Editions Launching in October
PP: Outright Games has released the first downloadable content pack for its kid-friendly racing game, Race With Ryan, and its out today.
11:33 pm, May 12, 2020
Scorn Was the Surprise Hit of Inside Xbox… and We Saw It 3 Years Ago
Scorn was the surprise hit of Inside Xbox, but players actually saw and played the game before... back in 2017.
5:30 pm, May 7, 2020
Review - Someday You'll Return (PC) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "Someday Youll Return took me by surprise. I was interested in this game from the trailer and it managed to impress me in almost every way. It blows my mind that it was made by onl..
4:00 am, May 7, 2020
Watch the First Half an Hour of The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners on PSVR
PP: The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners got a surprise release on the European PlayStation Stores today, so I threw down my money and took the game for a ride to see how this PSVR port runs on PS4...
4:33 pm, May 6, 2020
Billion Road - Review - Games Asylum
Games Asylum: "Everyone loves a good board game the perfect way to take our petty gripes and frustrations out on those we love. Its no secret or surprise that theyve gone through a renaissance in the..
1:33 pm, May 6, 2020
Surprise Track Pack enhances the Race With Ryan world
Neil writes: "There are many great kart racers out there, with the likes of Mario, Sonic and Crash vying for the top spot. But back at the end of 2019 another name took their place on the starting gri..
9:33 pm, May 5, 2020
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners for PSVR Gets a Surprise Release
PP: If you go onto the European PlayStation Stores today youll find a new game has released with no fan-fare whatsoever, and that game is Skydances fantastic The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners.
9:00 pm, May 5, 2020
XCOM: Chimera Squad is a Satisfying New Approach To a Turn Based Juggernaut | COG
COG writes: XCOM: Chimera Squad is the surprise new game in the XCOM series, announced one week before its release. It's a very different game from XCOM and XCOM 2, but as surprises go, its a welcome ..
8:33 pm, May 3, 2020
Star Wars Battlefront Classic Surprise Update Adds Online Multiplayer on Steam
From GameWatcher: "The Pandemic Studios-developed Star Wars Battlefront Classic today received a surprise update that introduced online multiplayer on Steam to the first-person shooter. Both classic ..
1:33 pm, May 2, 2020
Xbox Game Pass is Disrupting the Industry
Xbox Game Pass eclipsing 10 million subscriber milestone shouldn't surprise anyone. The moniker gained as the Netflix for video games is just the tip of the iceberg. It's a disruptive service for the ..
2:33 pm, April 30, 2020
Review: XCOM: Chimera Squad - Hardcore Gamer
A welcome surprise, XCOM: Chimera Squad plays like a real-time board game and the strategy element pays off.
7:33 am, April 30, 2020
XCOM: Chimera Squad Review A Welcome Surprise | COGconnected
COG writes: XCOM: Chimera Squad is the surprise new game in the XCOM series. Announced a week before its release, Chimera Squad is a very different game from XCOM and XCOM 2, but as surprises go, it's..
8:00 am, April 29, 2020
Incomplete Indivisible Switch Release Surprises Even Developer
TechRaptor writes, "For some time now, fans of RPG Indivisible have been clamoring for a release on the Switch. Well, it seems they may have gotten their wish, albeit in a monkey's paw kind ..
11:00 pm, April 28, 2020
Persona 5 Royal Review - GamerKnights
GamerKnights did a full very in-depth review of the new "Persona 5 Royal". More: "We kind of saw this coming: Persona 5 Royal is by no means a surprise. Atlus are all about the re-release, which wou..
6:00 pm, April 28, 2020
Review - Grimvalor (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Leo Faria: "Grimvalor is a delightful surprise. Not exactly the most innovative metroidvania out there, nor the most challenge game with gameplay elements derived from Dark Souls, but it manage..
7:00 am, April 28, 2020
Gears Tactics review: bird's eye view brings faithfully chunky combat but no new perspective - VG247
Ultimately, though, its down to a breathlessly dynamic battle system to provide Gears Tactics with surprises. Something as safe as setting your soldiers to overwatch, so that they can shoot at moving ..
4:00 pm, April 27, 2020
Gears Tactics is a bloodthirsty prequel that's more than just an XCOM clone - Expansive
Everything just comes together so well and without doubt, its one of the surprise packages of 2020. Cast it aside and discredit at your own risk Gears Tactics is a brilliant game that works as well as..
3:00 pm, April 27, 2020
Sony DualSense Poll Shows What Features People Are Most Excited For
The results might surprise you, but Sony recently put four options on their website as a poll to see what their customers were the most excited about in the new DualSense controller.
1:00 am, April 27, 2020
Paper Beast (PSVR) Review | VGChartz
VGChartz's Lee Mehr: "Pixel Reef's freshman effort in VR is a kaleidoscope of wonder, surprise, and frustration of varying degrees. Whether it's the Sandbox appetizer or the main course, there's a se..
12:33 pm, April 25, 2020
Trials of Mana Review (TheSixthAxis)
TSA writes: "Square Enix had a major action-oriented 3D remake of a beloved old-school JRPG hit modern consoles this month in the form of Final Fantasy VII Remake, but would it surprise you to know th..
5:00 pm, April 22, 2020
Review - Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
WTMG's Aaron Price: "After a month of playing New Horizons daily, Im surprised Im still not sick of it. The hard part is the first couple days, when you need to learn all the new mechanics that differ..
7:00 pm, April 20, 2020
Sony Surprises Fan With Free Game After Sending PS4 in for Repairs
Who doesn't want a little sunshine in these trying times, right? That's exactly what's happened to one gamer who sent in his PS4 console for repairs.
4:00 pm, April 20, 2020
Bus Simulator: Map Expansion DLC - PS4 Review - PlayStation Country
Michael Kitchin, "I've been pleasantly surprised by this. The expansion adds a couple of new districts but does a lot with the real estate. They're beautifully scenic and the mission structure guarant..
3:33 pm, April 18, 2020