Game Pass gains Midnight Fight Express and early access to Madden NFL ’23 with EA Play

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Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass subscription just keeps getting better and better. We now have the list of games coming out through the rest of August, and it’s pretty stout. For starters, Midnight Fight Express launches on August 23 as a day one title for Game Pass. Plus, since EA Play is included with all Game Pass tiers, you can also now enjoy Madden NFL ’23 ahead of its official launch, should you subscribe. What else is coming to Game Pass this month? Let’s take a closer look below.

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Arcade1Up runs the blitz on retro gaming with its latest NFL arcade cabinet, pre-orders now live

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Arcade1Up is putting its brand new NFL BLITZ arcade machine up for pre-order today. The brand says the NFL Blitz cabinet is one of its “most requested home arcade machines ever,” and it has finally arrived. Pre-loaded with three BLITZ titles to bring some arcade-style gridiron action to your game room, it also features all of the usual Arcade1Up touches with complete cabinet artwork, and it even ships with a limited edition bonus collectible NFL BLITZ Legends cap (the first 1,000 orders). Head below for a closer look. 

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Nintendo Switch game deals: 3D All-Stars, Mario Kart, new lows on Mario Golf, WarioWare, more

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33% off $40

Alongside the rest of this weekend’s console price drops, Amazon, GameStop, and others have launched some notable Switch game deals today. Now marked down up to 33%, you’ll find deals on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario 3D All-Stars, Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Super Mario Party, and more as well as new Amazon all-time low pricing on Mario Golf: Super Rush and WarioWare: Get It Together!. While deals on Nintendo’s Game & Watch Zelda handheld console continue, this is a notable opportunity to fill out your Switch catalogue with some first-party titles at solid prices. Head below for a closer look at this weekend’s Nintendo Switch game deals.

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Microsoft says it ‘would not be profitable’ to make Call of Duty Xbox exclusive

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When Microsoft announced it planned to purchase Activision, the immediate response from many was “Is Call of Duty going to become an Xbox/PC exclusive?” At first, Sony didn’t expect it to happen, and then a little while later Microsoft said that Call of Duty would remain on PlayStation “into the future,” but there wasn’t much else besides that. However, in a new filing to the Administrative Council for Economic Defense in Brasil, Microsoft comes out and straight up says that removing Call of Duty on PlayStation wouldn’t be profitable for them. Keep reading to find out more about Microsoft’s statements on keeping Call of Duty cross-platform.

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HORI’s Splatoon 3 Switch sling pack and Vault Case with Amazon pre-order guarantee now live

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The HORI Splatoon 3 gear is now up for pre-order ahead of Nintendo’s squid shooter splashing down in early September. Much like HORI’s Pokémon Legends: Arceus Switch accessories, the new Splatoon 3 gear delivers some officially licensed carriers inked out in themed iconography to celebrate the upcoming release. After Nintendo’s 30-minute presentation on the upcoming title yesterday, now’s a perfect time to take a closer look at the latest HORI Splatoon 3 Switch accessories. Head below for all of the details. 

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Nintendo splashes down with 30 mins. of new gameplay in today’s Splatoon 3 Direct

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Update: The Splatoon 3: Splatfest World Premiere FREE demo pre-order eShop page is now live. “A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to access the Splatoon 3 Splatfest World Premiere demo. Everyone who downloads the demo will receive a code redeemable for a 7-day free trial. Code redemption begins 8/25/22 and must be redeemed before 11:59pm PT on 8/31/22.” 

The Nintendo Splatoon 3 Direct showcase is set to kick off in just a few minutes now. With pre-orders already live and the new themed console on the way, Nintendo is ready to ink the next details on its upcoming squid shooter in today’s dedicated showcase. Now set for release on September 9, 2022, we are just under a month away from the launch date and Nintendo is set to dish up some of what will likely be the final pre-release details in today’s Splatoon 3 Direct showcase. 

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PowerA unleashes new iOS MOGA mappable cloud controller with 3000mAh battery, more

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After launching its Razer Kishi V2 competitor last month, PowerA is out with its latest cloud iOS gaming controller, the PowerA MOGA XP5-i Plus Controller. Delivering a familiar form-factor for the lineup, it combines an Xbox-style Bluetooth controller with an onboard clip to securely and ergonomically fix your iPhone atop with an ideal, adjustable viewing angle. The MFi iOS gaming controller from PowerA is now available for purchase on Amazon and directly on the official site. Head below for more details. 

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Spider-Man Remastered gets Steam Deck verification ahead of next week’s release

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Originally announced back in April, Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered is making its way to PC next week on August 12. Well, this week, Insomniac Games announced that the title is now Steam Deck verified, meaning you can play it anywhere the portable console travels with you. What else does this mean? Let’s take a closer look below.

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Apex Legends Hunted intros Vantage, ready to take sniping to the next level

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The current Apex Legends season draws to a close next week, and Hunted takes its places. Out with the old, and in with the… older? That’s right, Kings Canyon is coming back and Skulltown is better than ever. Plus, we’re getting an all-new legend named Vantage that’s sure to take sniping to a new level in Apex Legends Hunted. What other changes are on the horizon? Let’s take a closer look.

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Amazon’s Luna service joins Xbox Game Pass with direct access on 2022 Samsung 4K TVs

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The Samsung Gaming Hub is getting another major upgrade today with the launch of Amazon’s Luna streaming service. After launching back in June of this year, Samsung is seriously bolstering its built-in gaming capabilities with the inclusion of Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming that launched last month, the NVIDIA GeForce platform, and now, Amazon’s Luna streaming service. Head below for more details on Luna landing in the Samsung Gaming Hub. 

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Xbox Game Pass gains Ghost Recon Wildlands, Two Point Campus, Cooking Simulator, more

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Today, Microsoft is announcing the latest additions to its Xbox Game Pass lineup of titles. Further expanding its offerings, you’ll now find yet another Ubisoft game joining the Game Pass ranks with the inclusion of Ghost Recon Wildlands for the first time ever. There’s a lot more coming to Microsoft’s monthly game subscription service, so keep reading to find out all you’ll be able to play over the next month.

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New Backbone One PlayStation iPhone controller, play PS4/PS5 games anywhere

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Today we are taking a look at the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition. The original Backbone One is widely considered to be one of, if not, the best mobile gaming controller for iPhone, but the company has now teamed up with Sony to unveil what is essentially the first official iPhone controller for PlayStation. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition. 

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GTA 6 reportedly set in Vice City with a Bonnie and Clyde story, female protagonist, more

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New details of GTA 6 have seemingly emerged, including the game’s setting, playable characters, and overall change of tone. Grand Theft Auto 5 released ages ago (back in 2013) and, much like previous games in the series, has remained relevant ever since. That’s largely due to the ever-expanding GTA Online that remained one of the top 20 best selling games right up until 2020, but Rockstar has seemingly begun to move its development focus from its persistent Grand Theft Auto world over to new projects, the biggest of which is likely GTA 6. Head below for more details. 

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Warner Bros. 2D crossover brawler MultiVersus enters open beta period ahead of launch

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After being announced back in May, the 2D crossover brawler from Warner Bros. Games’ MultiVersus is now in open beta ahead of it’s release. Similar to Super Smash Bros., MultiVersus brings characters from multiple universes into one game to fight it out. With the launch of the open beta comes the announcement of Lebron James joining the roster and Rick and Morty joining in the near-future.

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Sony delivers new details on upcoming PS VR2 See-through mode, live streaming, more today

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Sony is ramping up for the launch of its latest-generation PS VR2 platform and has now taken to its official PlayStation Blog with some new details. After catching our first glimpse of the PlayStation VR2 headset back in February, Sony is now detailing some of the interesting user experience features with some new details on see-through mode, live-stream broadcasting options, custom play areas, and more. Head below for the latest on PS VR2. 

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Splatoon 3 pre-order bonuses arrive with FREE collectible keychains, squid plushies, and more

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Originally earmarked for a release this summer and now set to launch in September, Splatoon 3 pre-orders are now live with some fun bonuses attached. After getting our first look at the co-op mode back during the massive February Nintendo Direct presentation, Nintendo launched a fresh new gameplay trailer alongside the updated September release date in late April. Since then, pre-orders have gone live on Amazon and elsewhere with some fun freebie bonuses attached. Head below for a closer look at the special Splatoon 3 pre-orders. 

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Cowabunga Collection delivers 13 retro TMNT games to Switch, Xbox, PC, more next month

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Can you play TMNT on Switch? Will Turtles in Time come to Switch? How can the classic turtles games not be on Switch already? If you’re still asking these questions, stop. Not only is the brilliant Shredder’s Revenge now out in the wild – a sort of new retro-modern take on the classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles beat ’em ups of the 90s – but Nickelodeon’s epic Cowabunga Collection is now quickly approaching. We caught a glimpse of the classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Cowabunga Collection back in March during the PlayStation State of Play, but we now know exactly when you’ll be able to play TMNT on Switch (and just about every other platform out there) in all its retro glory. Head below for more details for the upcoming Cowabunga Collection. 

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Massive annual PlayStation Summer Sale goes live with thousands of digital game deals from $2

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Now live! From $2

The massive PlayStation Summer Sale is now live! While we did see a sizable digital event go live ahead of the big June gaming showcases, the proper PSN PlayStation Summer Sale is now in full swing. As per usual, this annual event delivers a gigantic collection of top-tier digital PS4 and PlayStation 5 games, both new and old, to build up your digital game library at a major discount. Head below the fold for more details and a closer look at the 2022 PlayStation Summer Sale. 

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Sony handing out FREE PSN money, collectibles, more with new PlayStation Stars program

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Just after launching the new overhauled PlayStation Plus program, Sony is readying something called PlayStation Stars. The new loyalty program of sorts gives gamers a chance at scoring some free digital collectibles, PSN wallet funds (basically free money to spend on the digital PlayStation Store for games and DLC), and “select PlayStation Store products.” Head below for more details on the upcoming, free-to-join PlayStation Stars program. 

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Shredder’s Revenge review: Retro games are back and better than ever

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I’m sure there are flaws to Shredder’s Revenge (the new retro-styled Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles beat-‘em-up from Tribute and Dotemu). But I was having too much fun playing the game to think of any.

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Sony officially unveils November God of War Ragnarök release date, new trailer, more

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Update: Pre-orders for God of War Ragnarök are now live at Amazon and you’ll also find the Collector’s Edition & Jötnar Edition pre-orders directly from Sony.

The wait has finally come to an end as Sony and developer Santa Monica studios have taken to the official PlayStation blog to unveil the God of War Ragnarök release date. The highly-anticipated sequel, once believed to see delays into 2023, will indeed be launching ahead of the holidays this year in November. Set for release on PlayStation 4 and PS5, the sequel to 2018’s epic reboot of the series is set to once again star Kratos and son Atreus as exemplified in today’s new Father and Son CG Trailer. Alongside the release date and new footage, Sony has dished up a series of new images, details on pre-order bonuses, and all the different editions of God of War Ragnarök. Head below for a closer look. 

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New Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 console and Pro controller splash down in August

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Today we are getting our first good look at the new Nintendo Switch console known as the OLED Model Splatoon 3 Edition. While technically just a themed version of the latest hybrid machine from the brand, the new Nintendo Switch console will be splashing down come early August just before the matching Splatoon 3 Nintendo Switch Pro Controller and Nintendo Switch Splatoon 3 Edition Carrying Case. Head below for a closer look at everything. 

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F1 2022 launches today with VR mode on PC for the ‘most immersive on-track experience’

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Today, the EA Sports team is introducing F1 2022 on PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X|S, and even PC through both Origin and Steam. This updated game brings new cars, rules, and a new circuit. It’s a new era according to the franchise. Available to start playing today, let’s take a closer look at everything we can expect from F1 2022.

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Atari set to bring 90-game collection to current gen. hardware alongside 6 brand new retro titles

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Outside of what you might call the more modern era of vintage games (SNES, NES, SEGA, etc.), Atari consoles have been the home for some of the best retro games out there. Going back roughly half a century, for many Atari represents the golden era of home gaming and was a major player in the formation of the worldwide industry as we know it today. Started back in 1972, Atari has now announced a brand new collection of some of the best retro games it has been responsible for over the years soon to be landing on your current-generation hardware known as Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration. 

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PowerA takes on Razer Kishi with new MOGA XP7-X mobile controller for Xbox cloud gaming

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Today, PowerA is unleashing its new mobile game controller known as the MOGA XP7-X Plus. Joining the MOGA XP5-X Plus Bluetooth Controller, the brand’s XP5-A model, and the MOGA Mobile Gaming Clip 2.0 for Xbox Controllers, the new MOGA XP7-X Plus features a wraparound design that looks to take on the likes of Razer’s previous generation Kishi variant and the latest Android model that just launched at the beginning of the month. The new controller is now available for purchase with a mid-July shipping date. Head below for a closer look at the new PowerA MOGA XP7-X Plus mobile game controller. 

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Persona 5 Royal comes to Switch this October alongside Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, more

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Persona for Switch has now been confirmed. Nintendo hosted a new Direct Mini Partner Showcase today to detail some of the notable third-party titles hitting its hybrid home and portable gaming platform today. There were some expected announcements alongside what is arguably the most exciting of the bunch – the new Persona Switch ports. Alongside details on release dates for the upcoming Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope sequel, Nier: Automata The End of YoRHa Edition, and a few others, we now know the Persona for Switch rumors have finally come true as three of the biggest games in the series are set to land on Nintendo’s platform later this year. Head below for more details on that and more from today’s Direct Mini Partner Showcase. 

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Square Enix Final Fantasy VII showcase: Rebirth 2nd part of FF VII remake trilogy, more

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The latest Final Fantasy VII news is on the way. On the heels of the big Xbox and Bethesda showcase as well as the lengthy Summer Game Fest main event, Square Enix has scheduled a special Final Fantasy presentation for this evening. While it’s rumored that Sony will potentially have another event at the end of the month, tonight’s Square Enix showcase essentially caps off the summer reveal season. It appears as though it will be a “short and sweet” broadcast centered around the Final Fantasy VII 25th anniversary, but that could mean a number of things, including part 2 of Final Fantasy VII remake. Head below to follow along with tonight’s Square Enix show. 

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Amazon is handing out 30 FREE PC games for Prime Day: Mass Effect, Star Wars, much more

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Update: All 30 of the FREE Amazon Prime games are now up for the taking! 

With Amazon’s massive discount event now officially confirmed for mid-July, we will also be getting a slew of FREE games for Prime Day 2022 as well. We are expecting to see a number of notable add-on promotions surrounding the event, much like the Stampcards program that will land you a free $10 credit to use on Prime Day, and that will also be including some FREE games. Members of Amazon’s all-encompassing service will be able to land 30 FREE games ahead of Prime Day this year, and we aren’t just talking about complete throw-away titles and indie PC titles. Head below for all of the details. 

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Sony reportedly set to reveal new PlayStation 5 DualSense Pro controller this month, more

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A PlayStation 5 pro controller might be in the works. What could be the PlayStation 5 DualSense Pro controller is apparently on the verge of being officially revealed, according to an industry insider with more than one source close to the matter. Sony never really attempted its own pro-grade, first-party gamepad for its previous-generation console the way Microsoft did with its Elite Series 2, but if these rumors ring true, we might very well be seeing a new PlayStation 5 pro controller before the month is out. Head below for more details on the alleged DualSense Pro, an upcoming showcase event, and details on the God of War Ragnarok release date. 

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Everything you need to know from Microsoft’s Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase: Starfield, Diablo IV, Overwatch 2, more

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In place of E3 this year, Microsoft today is holding its massive Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. With 90 minutes of content on new and upcoming games, head below for all of the details on the latest titles coming to Xbox Series X/S, PC, Game Pass, and more including trailers, release dates, and so much other info.

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Nintendo Switch Online members can now play special versions of 3 classic SNES Kirby games

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While we await the rumored Game Boy library, Nintendo added some new titles to the Switch Online game list. This time around it is the base-tier Super Nintendo library that is seeing some new games in the form of three special edition versions of some classic SNES Kirby titles. The latest in the Kirby series, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, hit the Switch library back in March to positive critical reviews just before Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards landed on the N64 Switch Online game list, but subscribers of Nintendo’s online service can now enjoy SP versions of Kirby Super Star, Kirby’s Dream Land 3, and Kirby’s Dream Course. More details below. 

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Today’s best Mac and iOS app deals: Swapperoo, Quell+, SkySafari 7 Plus, more

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All of Friday’s best Mac and iOS app deals are now organized for you below as we head into the weekend. Just make sure you swing over to this morning’s coverage of Apple’s new Mac Studio with M1 Max performance now that it’s $100 off the going rate alongside the rest of this week’s Apple hardware deals including the latest 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro. Today’s app deals are highlighted by titles like Swapperoo, Quell+, Castles of Mad King Ludwig, SkySafari 7 Plus, and more. Head below for a closer look at all of Friday’s best Mac and iOS app discounts. 

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Today’s best game deals: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder’s Revenge $22.50, more

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In today’s best game deals, Nintendo is now offering digital pre-orders of the upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge for $22.49 via the eShop. Regularly $25 for a digital copy and $35 in physical form at Amazon, this is the first price drop and a great chance to land a copy on day one at a discount (releases June 16, 2022). With up to 6-player co-op on the way, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge is looking to bring players back to the 2D golden era of TMNT games. With smooth pixel art-style graphics and gameplay “rooted in timeless classic brawling mechanics,” Shredder’s Revenge delivers a nostalgic experience with modern mechanics as you attempt to take down the Foot Clan. Head below for deals on Forza Horizon 5, It Takes Two, OlliOlli World, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II pre-orders, and more. 

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Summer Game Fest showcase starts now: COD MW2, Street Fighter 6, Gotham Knights, more

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While E3 2022 may have officially been canceled, Geoff Keighley of The Game Awards fame is helping the cause with this year’s edition of Summer Game Fest. While Microsoft and Bethesda have a big summer showcase set for this weekend, the big midyear game reveals and announcements are kicking off right now with the Summer Game Fest livestream. Alongside an appearance from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, we are expecting to see more on the upcoming Call of Duty title as well as the latest coming out of Gotham City, Capcom titles, and more. Head below to follow along with today’s Summer Game Fest stream. 

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Xbox Game Pass lands on Samsung TVs later this month with no additional hardware required

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With Sony’s refreshed PlayStation Plus service quickly approaching, Microsoft is now set to expand the reach of its game streaming service with Xbox Game Pass on Samsung displays. Microsoft has been saying that its Game Pass service would land on smart TVs for a while now, but the Ultimate tier will be directly available on what appears to be just about all of the 2022 lineup of Samsung models later this month, according to today’s press release. Full details below. 

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Hot Wheels Unleashed car list injected with new Looney Tunes expansion, TMNT, more

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The Hot Wheels Unleashed car list is about to get injected with a series of new rides courtesy of the Vol.3 expansion content. Hot Wheels Unleashed brings those mini die-cast cars to current-generation consoles (and PC) with over 60 different rides, but it will soon be expanding its Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle offerings alongside a series of other nostalgic-themed crossovers and the iconic Looney Tunes. In partnership with Warner Bros., Bugs Bunny and friends will be racing into your basement starting in July with a new track builder module, the Looney Tunes Adventure Park, and more. Head below for more details on the soon-to-be updated Hot Wheels Unleashed car list and upcoming DLC content.

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Android app deals of the day: Samorost 3, The Last Dream, Chess Coach Pro, more

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We have gathered all of Friday’s best Android app deals to head into the weekend with. Check out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G while they are on sale before you dive into this afternoon’s software offers as well. Our collection is highlighted by titles including Samorost 3, The Last Dream (Full), Shattered Plane, Chess Coach Pro, and much more. Head below for a complete look at all of today’s Android app deals courtesy of Google Play. 

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SEGA just unveiled a brand new Mega Drive 2 mini console set for release later this year

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A new SEGA mini console has just been unveiled known as the Mega Drive 2. Set for launch later this year and seemingly coming out of nowhere, it looks like the powers that be over at SEGA have decided the mini console trend isn’t quite over with just yet. While the complete Mega Drive 2 game list is still yet to be unveiled we do have a decent idea of the library, including a series of rarely re-released classics, the only question is whether or not it will make it stateside. Head below for a closer look at the new Mega Drive 2 SEGA mini console. 

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PlayStation State of Play showcase: Resident Evil 4 remake, SF 6, PS VR 2 games, more

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After seeing the latest coming to PlayStation back in March before the dedicated Harry Potter RPG event, Sony’s June State of Play showcase is set to kick off right now. Some of the latest details on PlayStation VR2 trickled out with what appeared to be 20 upcoming launch titles last week, but we are set to get our first look at more than just Call of the Mountain Horizon game we already knew about today. Those along with what Sony is referring to as “some exciting reveals” from third-party partners are all scheduled to make an appearance in today’s PlayStation presentation. Head below to follow along with the latest State of Play showcase. 

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Algoriddim unveils ‘world’s first AI Digital Vinyl System (DVS) for iOS’ with Neural Mix DJ record

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Algoriddim is unveiling a major update today to introduce the “world’s first AI based Digital Vinyl System (DVS) for mobile devices” alongside a physical patent-pending Neural Mix Vinyl to support it. The next-generation update for Algoriddim’s djay app is looking to make iPhone and iPad the “brains of the DJ booth.” It delivers full control over its DJ software on iOS devices using special time code vinyl with a pair of turntables negating the need to use laptops, MacBooks, and portable drives in the booth – essentially the ability to mix and scratch digital music files on proper analog turntables via iOS. Head below for more details on the new Digital Vinyl System and Neural Mix Vinyl record. 

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Players can hit the pitch early in the new Mario Strikers Battle League First Kick FREE demo

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Set for release next month, Nintendo has announced a sort of free trial sessions for players to hit the pitch ahead of time in Mario Strikers Battle League. Centered around a powered-up version of soccer Nintendo has dubbed Strike, Mario Strikers Battle League is the next big sports launch for the Mushroom Kingdom featuring just about all of your favorite Marioverse characters (Luigi, Bowser, Peach, Donkey Kong, Rosalina, Wario, Toad, and more), Nintendo Switch Online members can actually run through the tutorial starting today ahead of the Just 3, 2022 free demo kick-off event. Head below for more details on how to play Mario Strikers Battle League early. 

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New details spotted on next-gen PlayStation VR2 system, 20+ games at launch, more

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According to a recent Sony presentation for investors, we now have a better idea of what the PlayStation VR2 game lineup will look like at launch. While direct details have not been divulged by Sony to the public just yet, there will be a fairly significant number of titles ready for the next-generation of Sony’s virtual reality headset if the investor presentation is indeed accurate. Alongside the Call of the Mountain Horizon game from we already knew about, it now appears as though there will be “20+” PlayStation VR2 games ready to go when the new headset launches. More details below. 

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Sony’s massive Days of Play sale is loaded with PS4/PS5 titles, DualSense deals, merch, more

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Update: The sale is now live and all of the best deals are organized for you right here.

Sony has just taken to its official blog to unveil the details on this year’s Days of Play 2022 PlayStation sale. Featuring a massive selection of digital game deals on PSN alongside some hardware offers at retail, this year’s Days of Play is a great chance to land both new releases on PS4 and PS5, DualSense controllers, and to fill up your back catalogue with older digital titles. Head below for a full breakdown on this year’s Days of Play summer PlayStation sale. 

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New collectible Fall Guys S2 mini figures now up for pre-order at $15 ahead of Switch launch

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As the most adorable bean guys in the multiplayer party game world prepare for their free to play launch next month, the new collectible Fall Guys mini figure pack is now up for pre-order. Sitting alongside the cuddly bean plushies on the official Fall Guys merchandise Amazon storefront, the Fall Guys Hero Squad S2 Mini Figure 4-pack is now up for pre-order celebrating some of the latest medieval content and more. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

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Today’s best Mac and iOS app deals: Sparklite, Dead Cells, The Almost Gone, more

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Monday morning’s best Mac and iOS app deals are now up for the taking. Joining today’s App Store deals, we have offers on Apple’s official Find My MagSafe Wallet as well as the second-best price yet on its 14-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro and everything else in our Apple deal hub. Today’s app collection features price drops on Sparklite, The Great Coffee App, Dead Cells, The Almost Gone, Dungeon of the Endless: Apogee, Northgard, and much more. Head below for today’s best Mac and iOS app deals. 

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MultiVersus throws Batman, Iron Giant, and WB icons into Smash Bros-style fighter

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MultiVersus is not something I expected to write about in 2022…or ever. We already have Super Smash Bros., but that’s really just a mash-up of Nintendo universes, while MultiVersus is… different? You’ll find iconic characters from quite a few universes here, including Tom and Jerry, Steven Universe, Batman, Superman, and even The Iron Giant in this unique 2v2 mash-up. Can WB pull off MultiVersus? As a free-to-play game with built-in crossplay, co-op support, and more, they might have a hit on their hands, even if I do think it’s the weirdest lineup of characters in gaming right now.

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Fall Guys is going FREE with cross-play on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, more in June

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Update June 21, 2022: Fall Guys free to play now live on all major platforms as per the original announcement details below: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and Epic Store PC.

Get ready for more bean-based shenanigans as multiplayer party game Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is preparing to go FREE and hit new platforms. Fans of the game have been waiting for the hit to new platforms, and today, developer Mediatonic announced it would be getting the free-to-play treatment come next month, alongside its debut on Nintendo Switch, Xbox consoles, and the Epic Games Store for PC gamers. Head below for more details on the soon-to-be-free multiplayer party game as well as details on cross-play features and the new content coming to Fall Guys. 

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Sony unveils new PlayStation Plus game lineup, classic PS2/PS3/PSP titles, more

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Sony has now unveiled the new PlayStation Plus games lineup. Set to launch this summer, Sony has finally decided to revamp its monthly subscription service to combine it with PS Now, putting it more or less on the same page with what Xbox gamers have been enjoying for years now with what is known as Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. The new PlayStation Plus games will include big-time hits from Ubisoft, Insomniac, FromSoftware, Housemarque, Naughty Dog, and much more. Head below the fold for a complete look at the launch titles for the new PlayStation Plus ahead of launch next month. 

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