OpenCritic To Stand Against Loot Boxes With Planned Display Filters
Loot boxes/Microtransactions have been a hot topic in recent months and whether you’re for or against them, most people have a lot to say about them and their prevalence in modern gaming. More often than not, this discussion has been left up to consumers, but now there is one company who has made it clear on which side it stands: OpenCritic.
In a series of tweets earlier today, OpenCritic announced it would be taking a stance against loot boxes and would be looking for a way to add business model information to the site.
The Minecraft 1.8 Official Trailer
The Adventure Update is on the way, as Minecraft fans are well aware. While there’s still no exact date for the release of 1.8 update, “Soon” is gonna have to do. There is a best estimate for release on Reddit that lists the content as early as the 8th of September.
When it does launch it is said to be one of the biggest releases for the game. It will add new Mob types, towns, and other options to bring Minecraft even closer to post beta production.
Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel: Best Starter Deck Explained
Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel was just released on January 19th on all major platforms, and for veteran duelists, casual players, and newbies, it’s proving to be a fun way to play the popular card game online akin to a higher quality Duel Links. Master Duel incorporates the rules from the game in a streamlined presentation that makes even the more complicated rules like Synchro or Link cards more approachable to learn and play.
Cave Johnson returns in Portal 2 Creation Advert
Thought you’ve had enough Portal 2? No, no, Valve is just getting started with Portal 2. They are getting ready to unleash creation tools for the game, that will allow players to create new test chambers to play with. Described as a “simplified puzzle maker” by Valve.
Though Aperture Science’s CEO puts a more nefarious spin on things in the trailer for the upcoming content. Cave Johnson insists that Aperture is getting ready to run the biggest con-game in the history of the multi-verse and they need your help.
Fortnite Cow Catcher: How to Find and Use Vehicle Mods
While vehicles are still a relatively new item in the world of Fortnite, you’ll find the ability to use and modify them in Chapter 3, Season 2. One of these mods, the Cow Catcher, allows you to become almost unstoppable, as you’ll be able to plow through forests and foes alike with ease, causing major damage as you continue on your trek with your vehicle.
However, where do you get one of these, and how is it utilized?
Gears Of War Ultimate Edition Beta Impressions
The first Gears of War game launched back in 2006 as one of the very first major system sellers for the Xbox 360. Fast forward nearly nine years later and while the fourth game in the mainline series is on its way next year, the original has gotten a major facelift with Gears of War Ultimate Edition.
Set to launch on August 25, the newly renamed Coalition is bringing us the completely remastered Gears of War Ultimate Edition on Xbox One and PC.
Genshin Impact Amakumo Peak Floor Puzzle Guide: How to Lower the Water
The Amakumo Peak Floor Puzzle is new to the2.1 edition of Genshin Impact and already has many players stumped. However, Electroculus and a hidden achievement are under the surface, making it essential to access the underground and collect these. So here we go through everything you’ll need to do to clear this puzzle, lower the water and get to the underground of Amakumo Peak.
Before you try and take on this puzzle, make sure you’ve finished the Seirai Stormchasers World Quest so that the Balethunder effect surrounding the location fades.
Majora’s Mask New 3DS XL Bundle Pops Up On GameStop’s Website Once Again
Last week saw the surprise in-store release of a number of the very limited edition Majora’s Mask New Nintendo 3DS XL handheld at what was supposed to be every GameStop store. It was expected that this would be a final release for the handheld in any capacity, at least in-store at GameStop. However, it appears they must still have some stock left as they once upon provided consumers with a bundle through their website yesterday.
Monster Hunter Rise: How to Pre-Load the Game
Monster Hunter Rise is only a couple of days away from being released, and you can now pre-load the game in order to play it the soonest possible. Pre-loading the game means that you can download all of its contents, before it is even released, in order to start playing right away when it goes live. If you want to know how to pre-load the game, take a look below.
Nintendo Direct February 2022 Games Revealed
The February 2022 Nintendo Direct was a fabulous presentation full of surprise reveals and updates onfan-favorite franchises. While there are some conspicuous absences such as more coverage on Breath of the Wild 2, Bayonetta 3, or the mythical Metroid Prime 4, we came away from the Livestream with plenty to keep us excited. Whether you’re looking for your favorite games to be ported to the Nintendo Switch, or ready to sink your teeth into a brand new adventure, there’s a lot to see coming in 2022.