GameStop Now Distributing Mythical Pokemon Darkrai Until May 24th May 2, 2016

Attention all Pokémon Trainers living in the US. GameStop has confirmed they have begun distributing codes for the mythical Pokèmon Darkrai.

You can obtain a code by going into any GameStop location between now and May 24th and asking for one. If the store still has them in stock, it will be given to you free of charge.  From there you can redeem the code from your game’s Mystery Gift menu.  Take a look and see for yourselves how powerful this Pokémon is.

The gift codes work on any copy of Pokémon X, Pokémon Y, Pokémon Omega Ruby or Pokémon Alpha Sapphire.  Just make sure your game and system are connected to the Internet and updated to their latest version before attempting to redeem them.

If you don’t have access to a WiFi connection to redeem your code, I recommend checking out a place with a Nintendo Zone hotspot. Usually you’ll find free WiFi for your Nintendo handheld in McDonald’s, Best Buy and Barnes and Noble locations across the US.  The codes only work once, so make sure to redeem it on the specific game you need it most!  You must redeem your code before August 31st, 2016.

Next month, Nintendo will be distributing the Mythical Pokémon Manaphy through the Nintendo Network, and that means no codes will be needed to get it!

Pokémon X, Pokémon Y, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokèmon Alpha Sapphire are out now exclusively for Nintendo 3DS systems.

Quantum Break Title Update 2 Patch Notes April 27, 2016

We had a lot to enjoy about the new Xbox One game Quantum Break, but even after its initial Day 1 Patch (Title Update 1), many players suffered a numerous amount of issues while playing it.

Today, Remedy has announced Title Update 2 is now available to download. Remedy has released an official patch log of everything that has been changed, and we have it for you right here:

Act Fixes/Updates

• Act 1 Part 1: Fixed a rare instance of taxi being missing from the intro cinematic
• Act 1 Part 2: Fixed assets disappearing if players backtrack
• Act 1 Part 2: Fixed an issue where players could not kill the guard in the parking lot
• Act 1 Part 3: Fixed backtracking issues where some parts could unload
• Act 1: Fixed overlapping audio in opening cinematic
• Act 2 Part 1: Fixed Nick pathing issues
• Act 2 Part 1: You can no longer get underneath the puzzle at the security station
• Act 2 Part 2: First Chronon source renders properly
• Act 2 Part 3: Added collision on time machine corridor to prevent player’s accidentally falling to their death
• Act 2 Part 3: Fixed backtracking issues where some parts could unload
• Act 2 Part 3: Fixed rare NPC issues where Amy or Nick could be killed or block the door
• Junction 3: Fixed Hatch being hidden if the user skips a future vision too quickly
• Junction 4: Fixed flickering environment outside office building
• Act 5: Fixed last subtitle going by too quickly to read
• Act 5: Fixed missing line in Portuguese audio in a cinematic

General Fixes/Updates

• Fixed issue where ambient sounds disappeared when mashing buttons during a cinematic
• Removed unnecessary loading screens showing up
• Updated credits
• World no longer visibly unloads after Jack lets Beth and NPC into the Swimming Pool front door
• Amy no longer remains still and without pathing towards gate in train yard
• Fixed Jack’s subtitles not showing in some cinematics
• Unlock descriptions for Will Diary 1 and Will Diary 2 are no longer reversed
• Fix for blinking lights, where flares would blink excessively bright after resuming from suspend mode
• Fixes for making Xbox Live integration more fault-tolerant
• Remedy logo fix*
• Fix for a rare bug that accidentally wiped progress after completing the game
• Fix for some TV screens sometimes showing a really grainy image
• Fixed circular progress bar alpha in the junction stats screen
• Fixed video playback not always ending if the video was synced to audio
• Fixed two rare instances of stalls when loading
• Fixed a rare crash with the video texture system
• Fixed crash in download menu when switching profiles
• Fixed “Waiting for install to complete” text not being localized when changing the language
• Game/story/collectible progress hero stats no longer display incorrectly when player has less than a percent of progress
• Fixed rare instances of cloud saves failing and causing loss of progress

Quantum Break is out now on Windows 10 and Xbox One.

DOOM Single Player Gameplay Preview April 27, 2016

Earlier today, the crew at id Software and Bethesda did a one hour live stream of single-player of the new DOOM.  The live preview showcased three distinct levels from three different portions of the game.

If you’re on the fence about picking up this game because you prefer to wait and see how the single player gameplay is going to look, this preview was for you.

DOOM is coming May 13th, 2016 to PC, Xbox One and PS4.

Wii U Legend of Zelda Game Also Coming to Nintendo NX April 27, 2016

The next major Legend of Zelda game has been an elusive title. It was first previewed on the Wii U several years ago but has been delayed on several different occasions.  Today, it is my unfortunate duty to inform you all that the game has been delayed again, but that there is one more important piece of information to go with this delay announcement.

Earlier today, Nintendo confirmed that their next console, currently called the Nintendo NX, would be released in March 2017. Now we know that the the same Legend of Zelda game that is coming to the Wii U will also be released for the Nintendo NX.

To me, this seems like an unfortunate side effect of continuous delays.  This is also not the first time something like this has happened to a Legend of Zelda game. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess was originally intended for release on the GameCube, but its continual delays forced the game to get a simutanous release on the GameCube and the (then) newly released Wii.  This didn’t hurt fans that much, as it was a great game.  While I’m convinced that Nintendo will release a great Zelda game eventually, it is upsetting to hear about constant delays on such an anticipated product.

More information will be coming when the game is previewed later this year at the Electronic  Entertainment Expo.

The next Legend of Zelda game is coming in 2017 to the Wii U and Nintendo NX.

Nintendo NX Announced April 27, 2016

Nintendo has officially announced their next game console earlier today in a conference call and on their official Twitter feed.

Sadly, no other details about the console have been revealed except for the fact that it will be shown in further detail at this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo.

The Nintendo NX is projected for release in March 2017.

Gears of War 4 Open Beta Starts Today April 25, 2016

Xbox One owners with Xbox Live Gold accounts really need to read this. Now that Quantum Break is out, the next major Xbox One exclusive game expected to release this year is Gears of War 4.

Currently, Microsoft is hosting a closed multiplayer beta test for Gears of War 4 on the Xbox One.  It was only for early players of Gears of War Ultimate Edition on the Xbox One and PC. Today, that restriction is being lifted and Xbox One owners should be able to download it for themselves.  The Gears of War 4 beta is scheduled to be made open for download at 10 AM Pacific Time.

You must have an Xbox One and an active Xbox Live Gold subscription to participate in the Gears of War 4 open beta.

Gears of War 4 is coming October 2016 exclusively for the Xbox One.

Mirror’s Edge Catalyst Slightly Delayed April 22, 2016

I first played the original Mirror’s Edge on the PS3 back in March of 2009. I found it to be a unique title with an incredible art style and mind bending gameplay. After most mainstream game critics let the title pass by without leaving much of a footnote, I never thought EA would release another Mirror’s Edge game…and then a new game was announced at E3 2013 and all was well.

However the game has not been without its delays, it was original scheduled to be published in February, but it was pushed back to a May release. Well, I’m sorry to say that EA has decided to delay the release of the game for another month.

Honestly, this news doesn’t bother me. The first Mirror’s Edge title was a fun game, but it suffered from occasional clipping issues and it could become difficult to navigate certain areas while under fire. This new title is entirely open world, allowing players to navigate an entire city without the need of boundaries. That makes it even more ambitious than the first, and probably requires a lot more testing!

If you don’t believe me when I say how ambitious this game looks, just take a look at this recent development diary about the game’s social component.

If you just can’t wait for the game’s release I’ve got some great news for you all. We will be posting a preview from the Mirror’s Edge Catalyst Closed Beta later today with our candid reactions.  Stay tuned to this site for that!

Mirror’s Edge Catalyst is coming June 7th, 2016 to the Xbox One, PS4, and PC.