Running left to right There’s a certain feeling a good 2DSonicgame can elicit. The sense of zipping through levels at a pace that seems way too fast, as even the scrolling screen struggles to keep up with how fast the blue blur is moving, is a core memory for those who grew up around a Sega Genesis. And it’s a feeling I got when I was playing the newestSonicentry,Sonic Superstars....
Lumiere Brothers apparently stoked This weekend saw Europe battle on Nintendo’sSplatoon 2over their latest Splatfest, pitting Pearl’s love of movies against Marina’s love of booky-wooks. Wow. I didn’t see it being this one-sided. Films took a 2 – 1 victory over the printed word, taking a hugeseventy six percentof the votes, and just nudging out the Team Play category. I’ll have to do some research, like a writer, but thismightbe the most one-sided vote yet… Hang on… Ok, this ties with theCake vs Ice-Creamvote, which went 76% Ice-Cream....
With pre-order incentives in tow Ahead of Electronic Arts’press conferencetomorrow, the company has solidified some details about theStar Wars Battlefront IIbeta. Similar to the last game’s multiplayer beta (which brought in upwards of 9.5 million people), it will be available “this fall” on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Folks who pre-order the game will get early access, among other digital extras and head-starts. Pre-order#StarWarsBattlefrontIIfor early beta access, an epic Yoda bonus, and much more....
Just shanking dudes Now thatRed Hoodwas added to theInjustice 2roster this week, it’s time to keep the DLC train rolling with the other characters. Following Scorpion’s guest appearance in the previousInjusticetitle, Sub-Zero also brings a distinct, chilly flavor toInjustice 2. Sub-Zero’s moveset isn’t an exact 1-for-1 of his Cryomancer variation inMortal Kombat X, but there are moves that should familiar to seasonedMKfans. Sort of side steppingInjustice‘s lack of brutal violence, Sub-Zero here seems much more aggressive than you’d think....
From April 28 through May 18 Square Enix is bringing back 2020’sFantasy XIV+ Final Fantasy XIcrossover event, and it’s going live on April 28.The Maiden’s Rhapsody collaborationkicks off on that date at 1AM PT, and will continue on through May 18 at 7:59AM PT. Previously, it was held in 2015, 2017, and 2020, so it’s a long-running tradition in theFinal Fantasy XIVuniverse. So what is it? Well, it’s similar to a lot of other events in that it’s a mostly low-key celebration involving a short questline with rewards....
Take note…literally Valve’s biggest money spinner, Steam, is consistently being tweaked, and this latest update brings some visual changes to the client, as well as some new features. Whether you use the PC gaming storefront on desktop, mobile, orSteam Deck, you’ll have noticed a few differences lately. A short video highlights the new features that have been implemented. In a nutshell, the general layout has been given a “fresh coat of paint....
As seen in theaters and on Twitter Universalhas announcedthat its billion-dollar blockbusterThe Super Mario Bros. Moviewill be officially available for purchase in the U.S. via the company’s streaming service, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, from tomorrow, May 16. It will retail for $29.99, or rentals are also available. That’s a lot of Golden Coins. The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which premiered in theaters on April 5 of this year, has been a staggering success — already surpassing a$1 billion box officeto become the most successful cinematic release of the year so far, beating out offerings from the Marvel and DC Cinematic Universes....
Female armor isn’t always the greatest. In fact, it’s pretty stupid sometimes. Jesse Divnich talks about the Wii U, go visit our forums, a community member takes a look atShadows of the Damned’sMexican machismo,Rhythm Heavenis looking heavenly and more happened over the weekend. Destructoid Original:Divnich Divines: Will the Wii U be a success?Live Show: Hangover gives you Galaga Legions DXWeekend Destructainment: Big head romanceForums, we have them: July 2011Xbox Indies: Wizards, rainbows and certain doomFinal Fantasy VII is not overrated...
February 21 for Kickstarter backers There Came an Echois Iridium Studios’ second Kickstarter success, but as a more ambitious project it took a bit longer thanSequenceto release after its crowdfunding campaign. Originally projected for a June 2014 release, it is now officially set toshow up on Steam on February 24. That’s a little over a month away! Backers will be able to play the voice-controlled strategy game three days early. Personally, I’m excited to finally get some more time with it after it impressed me last year at PAX East....
WANT TO FEEL, OLD?!?!?!? I never had a Commodore, 64 or otherwise, on account of all the poverty, but if you wish to relive the halcyon days of youth (or just be trendier than everyone by not having a standard iPhone/Galaxy smart phone), a pair of Italian entrepreneurs wrangled the Commodore trademark and are making anew smart phone. The Android-based (custom version of Lollipop) Commodore PET runs Commodore 64 and Amiga games via emulators....
The Pokémon mods are rolling in Despite someglaring technical issues, the newest mainline games in thePokémonseries,Scarlet & Violet, have been smash hits. It’s likely that Game Freak will do their best to patch the most glaring of glitches out as soon as they can, but that doesn’t guarantee that the game’s abysmal performance slow-downs will necessarily be fixed. Thankfully, fans are stepping in with mods to make for a smootherPokémonexperience, even though Nintendo is particularly tough on those who modify their games....
Ding, grats Last week in 2018 everyone lost their minds trying to find the pictured three amiibo, labeled later in the day as “the holy trinity.” After the fourth store or so in the morning rush I started to notice it myself, and witness the years-long struggle of Nintendo’s low stock and a scalper’s paradise in the making. Flash-forward to today and amiibo aren’t nearly as rare or sought after. I mean sure there are shortages, rare figures, and notifications still pop up when they’re available online every now in then....
What stays and what goes It’s easy to track life by the places you’ve lived. Wherever you call home becomes a flag you can plant, and when it comes time to go somewhere else, that means looking around and seeing what stays and what goes. That’s the kind of feeling I got fromUnpacking. Developed by Witch Beam,Unpackingis a puzzle game, and also a decoration or sorting game. The demo, available as part of the Steam Next Fest, took place in two different time periods, as we—the player—unpack and arrange someone’s room as they’re moving into a new place....
