PS4 Software Update 4.05 Released October 25, 2016

A required software update, version 4.05, was released for the PS4 earlier today. The new update is very vague about what it does, meaning that it probably adds no new features and only includes bug fixes and optimizations for the PlayStation 4 hardware.

If you had the previous software update installed, this new update should only weigh in at around 350MB.  You MUST install the update to access the PlayStation Network.

iOS 10.1 Released October 25, 2016

A software update for iOS 10 devices was just released.  The new update, iOS 10.1, will probably be most enjoyed by owners of the iPhone 7 Plus, as they will now be able to use the new camera feature Apple announced with the device.  The update also includes various security fixes and optimizations.

iOS 10.1 can be installed by any iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch that supports iOS 10.  Depending on your device and your previous software, the update could weigh in at around 160MB.

Pokemon Generations Episode 8 Released October 23, 2016

The latest episode of Pokémon Generations has been released this weekend. This one is heavily inspired by the climatic Generation 3 showdown between Team Aqua and Kyogre.

New episodes of Pokémon Generations are coming every Friday through December.

DOOM Free Update 4 Launched, Double XP Weekend October 23, 2016

Bethesda and id Software have just released DOOM‘s fourth free update, and to celebrate they’re hosting another double XP event this weekend.

Free Update 4 is a massive content update for DOOM, on top of all of the bug fixes and optimizations, the update included the new DOOM Arcade Mode!  Depending on which platform you are playing on, it can weigh in at over 14GB.

So fire up your game and make sure to take advantage of Double XP Weekend before it ends.

DOOM is out now on PC, Xbox One and PS4.

All We Know About the Nintendo Switch (So Far) October 21, 2016

Earlier today, Nintendo announced their in-development Nintendo NX console would be called the Nintendo Switch and released an announcement video.  Other than that announcement video, as of this time of writing, very little else has been announced about the console. This is unheard of in the modern game industry, as most console manufacturers will typically release detailed hardware specification sheets to the press following a major announcement like this.

So what do we know about the console based on what was in the video or what has been announced since the video was released?

• It will use a type of memory similar to a DS or 3DS game card either for storage or game data.
• Games for the Switch can either be played on a HDTV or its own portable screen.
• It supports local wireless multiplayer with other Switch consoles.
• It is powered by Nvidia Tegra hardware.  We know this because Nvidia announced it.
• In portable mode, the Switch’s two side controllers are detachable from the system screen.
• In home console mode, the Switch supports a more traditional wireless controller similar to the Wii U Pro or Xbox One controller.
• It has a headphone jack.
• The unit connects to your HDTV using a charging dock.
• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will be coming to the Switch.
• Skyrim is probably coming to the Switch.

There are still a lot of unknowns about this system. We clearly saw a Mario Kart and a Splatoon game being played in the announcement trailer, but we don’t know if these are going to be native game ports, sequels, or if the system is just streaming the original Wii U games.

We also don’t know what the console resolutions are going to be when in HDTV mode. Likely the console will support 1080p, but 4K support is quickly becoming essential for a modern game console.

Stay tuned to this website as we will be getting more information about the Switch as the day progresses.

Halo Wars 2 Multiplayer ViDoc October 19, 2016

It’s been a while since the Halo Wars 2 multiplayer beta test concluded. The game was really rough around the edges but had a lot of promise, and it will follow up on a story I’ve wanted to see continued for years. Today, Microsoft released some new information about the game’s multiplayer component. Enjoy.

Halo Wars 2 is coming out February 2017 to the Xbox One and Windows 10.

Pokemon Sun and Moon Special Demo Version Released October 18, 2016

Nintendo 3DS owners should fire up their handhelds right now and log into the eShop because Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have just officially released the Pokémon Sun and Moon Demo!

This is great news as it gives players their first actual look into this new Pokémon generation nearly a month before the full games are released.

There are no limitations on how many times you can play this demo so you can replay it as much as you want.  The demo weighs in at over 3000 blocks.

Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon are being released November 18th, 2016 exclusively on the Nintendo 3DS platform.

Pokemon Generations Episode 7 Released October 16, 2016

The seventh episode of the traditionally animated Pokémon Generations series has been released this weekend. We’re flashing forward to the exploits of Team Magma this time, and I’m sure anyone familiar with the third generation Pokémon games will enjoy this one.

New episodes are coming each Friday leading up to December.

Beyond Good and Evil Free On Uplay This Month October 12, 2016

Ubisoft is offering PC gamers a free game on their Uplay digitalgame distribution service every month leading up to the end of the year. This month, the cult classic game Beyond Good and Evil is free and you can get it right now through their Club Ubi website.

Just log into the Club Ubi website and tell it you want your copy of Beyond Good and Evil and it should be added to your Uplay games library. You will need a Ubisoft account and the Uplay client installed on your PC to play the game but you can get both for free. This offer is only going to be good for one month so if you want the game, get it now!

If this isn’t enough for you, Ubisoft will be offering two more yet to be announced PC games for free through this promotion so make sure to stay tuned to this website for all the details as they become available.

GameStop Begins Mythical Pokemon Volcanion Distribution October 10, 2016

Big news for Pokémon Trainers in the US, codes for the mythical Pokémon Volcanion is now being distributed starting today at GameStop stores all over the country.  Take a look for yourself at this powerful Pokémon!

You can get all the details about the distribution here.  The codes will work for copies of Pokémon X, Pokémon Y, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire.  Just make sure your 3DS system has a valid internet connection when redeeming your code.

Codes for Volcanion will be given out between October 10th and October 31st.