Xbox One's day-one update takes 15-20 minutes
Microsoft confirms launch-day patch for next-generation console will take between 15 and 20 minutes “for most users.” The Xbox One will require a day-one patch, and that update will take…
Valve trademarks Half-Life 3
Company files trademark application for long-awaited game; no comment from studio regarding what it may mean. Valve has filed a trademark application for Half-Life 3. The trademark application (via NeoGAF)…
Destiny beta in early 2014
Bungie confirms players can preorder upcoming game to secure entry into beta, which will feature “diverse sampling of major activities” from the full game. Following the publication of this story,…
Rockstar apologizes for GTA Online issues
Developer acknowledges various issues with just-released multiplayer mode for Grand Theft Auto V, says it is working to resolve all problems. Rockstar Games has apologized for various issues that are…
Valve needs a killer app to drive interest in Steam Machines, says Gearbox CEO
Randy Pitchford says Valve’s recent announcements only a curiosity without something compelling like Half-Life 3. Valve’s announcements last week of SteamOS, Steam Machines, and a Steam Controller are only a…
Dota 2 and Call of Duty: Ghosts to be featured at MLG Anaheim 2014
MLG confirms Valve’s multiplayer game and Infinity Ward’s upcoming shooter will be featured at upcoming professional gaming event. Major League Gaming is unveiling extensive plans surrounding Dota 2, including the…
Nintendo announces new Kirby for 3DS
New Kirby platformer coming to Nintendo’s handheld in 2014 Nintendo has announced a new Kirby title for the Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata announced the game during today’s Nintendo…
Sonic confirmed for new Smash Bros.
The Blue Blur joins roster for upcoming Wii U and 3DS fighting game; joins Mega Man as second confirmed third-party character. Sonic the Hedgehog is the latest confirmed playable character…
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze delayed
Wii U game from Retro Studios pushed to February 2014. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze has been delayed to February 2014, Nintendo announced today during the latest Nintendo Direct video…
Microsoft on Xbox One — It's about games, not gigaflops
Corporate vice president Phil Harrison downplays competition over specs, says “clearly Xbox One has the best games” compared to PlayStation 4. For Microsoft and the Xbox One, it’s all about…
