Told you you shouldn’t have done that. My go [Originally published in 2007, one of my favorites fromDestructoid’s Golden Archives! -Niero] It used to be a lot easier to stereotype a gamer. It used to be that all that was needed was some greasy hair, thick glasses, and a few faintly veiled allusions to terminal virginity in order for the lazy sitcom writers of the world to have a brand new supporting fall guy all written and ready to go....

Sorry Mario, this is number one on my list [Header image credit:WesTalbott] After literally thousandsof fan designsand plenty ofunsuccessful attemptsto get Nintendo to partner with LEGO, the time has finally come. AMarioset is due out this year, but while the prospect of the partnership is exciting, the initial kit seems rather limited for what is essentially a limitless toy. Nintendo has noted that they have ‘a lot of exciting IPs’ lined up, fans have actually crafted some of the best ideas....

But it’s a PlayStation exclusive for now While in Los Angeles last week for E3, I had an opportunity to sit down with Acquire’s Kohta Takano, the director behind theTenchuandWay of the Samuraistudio’s latest project,Akiba’s Beat. Akiba’s Beatis a continuation of sorts of Acquire’sAkiba’s Tripseries, taking place in a similarly detailed recreation of otaku paradise Akihabara, Tokyo, but with a different premise and genre. This time around, Acquire is using the setting as a backdrop for an action role-playing game starring a new group of teens who must rescue the city from a mysterious individual who is causing time to loop endlessly in aGroundhog Day-esque event dubbed the “Repeating Sunday....

In commemoration ofthe GundamTracer packs, a new robotic-themed event has begun inCall of Duty. Here’s everything you need to know about the Mobile Suit Gundam Legends event inMW3andWarzone, including how to play it and details about rewards. MW3 and Warzone Mobile Suit Gundam Legends event guide The Mobile Suit Gundam Legends event requires collecting a certain amount of XP to earn rewards. You can play any mode you desire, such asMW3’sMultiplayer,Warzone’sBattle Royale, andMW3 Zombiesmode....

CS:GO News A new map, shiny new cosmetic items and chicken models (!) are the changes in the latest CSGO update. Valve has released a new update that brings changes to the Active Duty Map pool, a new cosmetic collection and chicken models. Ancient replaces Train on the Active Duty lineup with a few changes. The Aztec-themed map brings back nostalgic memories from the years gone by. There are also new cosmetic items for CS:GO players to choose from in the Snakebite collection....

Following a small merchandise leak, Ubisoft officially confirmedAssassin’s Creed Odysseyas the newest installment in the action-adventure stealth franchise.The teaser trailerthat released alongside the announcement showed a Greek soldier deliver a Spartan-style kick to another soldier, sending him over a cliff. Of course, this was only a taste of what was to come. Ubisoft officially unveiledAssassin’s Creed Odysseyduring its E3 press conference and gave a few samples of its latest setting: Ancient Greece....

Streamers News Popular streamer Nick “Lacy” Fosco has departed FaZe Clan, according to organization co-owner Ricky “Banks” Banks. FaZe Clan owner Ricky “Banks” Banks confirmed the removal of popular streamer Nick “Lacy” Fosco from the organization effective immediately. Although neither party provided a reason, Lacy later confirmed the news in a live stream, adding that this is not a joke but rather serious business. The internet speculation has taken a mind of its own, but neither Banks, Lacy, nor any other member of FaZe has divulged any additional information....

Tips, tricks, highlights, scores & stats Holy guacamole, Batman!Arkham Knightsure does have a lot of buttons. Left (d-pad), up (d-pad), up (analog stick), square — it’s got ’em all. Grab any modern day controller and there are more buttons by default than on the controllers of our youth, which had one and a knob, butArkhammakes more use of them than most recent video games, in all sorts of combinations and contexts....

News 3DMAX will face off against 9z in their inaugural match. IEM Cologne 2024 is just days away and ESL have announced BetBoom will not be able to make it to the event due to visa issues. Replacing them on the squad will be 3DMAX Related articles 3DMAX replace BetBoom at IEM Cologne 2024 IEM Cologne is fast approaching and BetBoom team will not be able to attend the event. The squad has been unable to receive its visas in time for the event that kicks off on June 25, 2025....

Hearthstone News Battlegrounds can’t catch a break, now a Tavern Pass survey brought up the controversy, once again. Is Blizzard blaming the messenger? It’s no secret that the community didn’t receive the Battlegrounds Tavern Pass well, but is Blizzard now blaming streamers for that? In a survey distributed by Blizzard about the Battlegrounds Tavern Pass, one of the options asked non-buyers if it was a consequence of hearing “bad things about it from streamers and/or content creators”....

AuthorBrandon Sandersonis best known for his immersive sci-fi and fantasy novels, but he has also become recognized for his strong opinions about superheroes, including his take onSuperman’sability to fly, which Sanderson stated he might want as his own power, but that he doesn’t think is too much fun to write. Sanderson sat down with fellow superhero enthusiast Wren Weichmanto discuss their “five favorite superpowers” and flight made Sanderson’s list, but he also gave the caveat that “flying is not that interesting to write about....

ABravostar has been granted a temporary restraining order against her ex-husband after claiming thathe physically abused her throughout their seven-year marriage. The network is renowned for producing entertaining reality TV shows, includingSouthern Charm, The Real Housewives, Below Deck,and others. However, theshowrunners have recently faced accusations of manipulating storylines and editing scenesto create a more dramatic narrative. There is also speculation that theBelow Deckproducers intentionally invite demanding charter gueststo generate drama that attracts viewers....

Nintendo seemingly owns the rights When I tell people I haveaCruis’ngame collection, half the responses I get are “huh?” It’s a relic of the past, something that went out during the decline of the arcade era — at least, that was the cast until recently. Raw Thrills (in conjunction with Nintendo, who owns the rights to the series now that Midway is kaput, has announcedCruisn’ Blast, and get this — Eugene Jarvis, the original creator of the franchise, is back as the head of Raw Thrills....