I’m really going to keep typing out ‘Destructoid All-Stars’ aren’t I In case you missed it,Destruction AllStarsis out on PS5 via PlayStation Plus right now. And it’s totally not called “Destructoid AllStars,” I promise. While playing, folks have noticed a really strange issue right from the get-go: like people screaming into a mic unprompted. Why? Well,AllStarshas a weird voice system that instantly enables DualSense microphones, so everyone will hear each other in a giant auto-created party system....

I’m guessing some of you might’ve caughtthe MashTactics livestream ofSaints Row The Thirdin which they gave away stuff and probably did some things. I was supposed to be in attendance with my giant purple dildo, but we had to doSkyrim-related things. If you’re still in the market for someSaints Row The Thirdmayhem, you might like this video. Our producer Zac Minor and I stayed late at the office the other night and caused a little ruckus in the city of Steelport....

They will mail it to you, no kickflips Tony Hawk is a name very familiar to many of those who grew up in the late 90’s and early 2000’s all thanks to those awesomeTony Hawk Pro Skatergames about collecting the letters S-K-A-T-E and pulling off some sick tricks on a skateboard. While Tony’s most recent video game outing was just a great disappointment (which isn’t Tony’s fault), the Birdman is doing something really different this time around and it involves Japanese subscription snack service Japan Crate....

Chiptune Heroes This Sunday I get the chance to play with one of my favorite bands of all time, Anamanaguchi. This chiptune band has been rocking my ipod since forever, and It’s almost hard to believe I have been listening to these guys for 8 years now. In my blatant excitement for the show tomorrow, I have compiled a playlist that showcases some of their best work along with some remixes supported by theArmani-Prada-Gucci boys....

Xbox One X team already working on a new console As Xbox head Phil Spencer took the stage for the last time at this year’s E3 press conference, he made a commitment to console gaming. There has been talk lately that we might be past the point of consoles. Spencer said “Nahhhhh.” That’s not a direct quote. Spencer actually commented on the Xbox hardware team and how they’re hard at work on the next Xbox console....

Xbox Direct? Welcome back! It’s another Tuesday, which means tonight there will be a new episode of the Spot Dodge Podcast exclusively on Destructoid.Topics:Tonight the crew discusses all those crazy announcements fromThe Game Awards. FromBayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demonto Ken Levine’s long-awaited return with “Judas“. Let’s get into it! One thing that can’t go untalked about is Xbox’s absence from The Game Awards. This is really surprising considering the company is coming off of an extremely lackluster year of first-party content....

The second official update since the launch day patch introduces the Practice Zone and takes the first step in addressing net code issues. During the public playtest,XDefiantfeatured a Practice Zone where players could learn the controls in an obstacle course or test out weapons in a firing range. Players appreciated the feature because it provided the perfect testing zone for players to experiment with loadouts and get comfortable with settings. However, when the title launched, the game mode was no longer available....

Season of the Worthy [Update:You can also watch the full trailer for the Season of the Worthy below.] Destiny 2has been missing one of its key components for a long while now, but it seems as if Bungie has finally figured things out. Trials of Osiris, a fan-favorite PVP mode, is now returning with the new “Season of the Worthy” content umbrella that’s debuting in March. Kicking off on March 13, Trials will be available from the get-go and will still retain its highly competitive, 3v3 shell and its unique gear rewards....

Finally time to lay this one to rest(?) [Update:It looks like hopes may not be dead after all. Harada took toTwitlongerto clarify a misunderstanding in how the subtitles were worded. He says the quote is more similar to phrasing they’ve used before aroundTekken x Street Fighter, that “up to 30% of development was in progress, but now it is still pending.” He also clears up some translations around concept art and collaboration, and again confirms that the project has been “put in storage” for the time being, and for now they are just waiting for the “right opportunity....

‘Game about fresh starts and second chances’ [Update:It was also just announcedUnravel Twois available now to purchase and play.] Unravelwas easily one of my favorite platformers in the past few years. The yarn-based puzzle mechanics and platforming were absolutely brilliant. That said, it seems we’re getting much more of Yarny (two of him, in fact), asUnravel Twohas just been announced at EA’s E3 press conference, with an additional announcement of co-op as well!...

It’s a roguelike game but you can avoid permadeath Batterystaple Games is back with more not-quite-MegaMan-but-close-enough vibes. Following in the footsteps of the action-platformer roguelike20XX, the studio is releasing the sequel,30XX, on Steam Early Access on July 07, 2025. If you adoreMega Man Xand/orZero, looky here. 30XXhas six level themes lined up for the Early Access launch. The game has local and online co-op, a level editor, and if you’re not feeling the roguelike heat, there’s also a “permadeath-free” Mega Mode....

Good timing! Having just heard quite a lot from Jim about the current status ofAliens: Colonial Marines, PAX East attendees will have the opportunity to try the game out for themselves. On top of this andHell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit, which Irecommend seeing, the Sega booths (#448 and #548) will have: By now, you’re probably wondering about thatAliensbandana. Sega will be bringing Facehugger ones as well, plus Chainsaw Poo hats, Sega lollipops and magnets,Jet Set Radiobuttons, tote bags for anyone with a Sega outfit or tattoo, and more swag that’s yet to be revealed....

The ability to relocate your Franchise mode team inMadden NFL 25has certain benefits, which can be incredibly helpful in your pursuit of a spot in the Superbowl. Not every franchise has the same market size, and this does matter. A city with a bigger market size can directly translate into getting better players, as they can often result in higher ticket sales and more money. Or you could choose to relocate just to have a change of scenery....