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But it’s not a launch day title We learned the sad news this week that PopCap’sPeggle 2won’t make launch day. But it’s still “launch window” and it’s still awesome in the way that only Peggle should be, so I wanted to share with you my thoughts on the near-final version I played last week. Peggle 2(Xbox One)Developer: PopCapPublisher: MicrosoftRelease Date: December, 2013 We’ve already told you that it’s like crack. Nothing has changed in that respect, though I did have fun checking out some of the newly revealed power-ups forPeggle 2....

Tech News “This is just the beginning of our commitment to providing developers with the resources to create the most immersive and innovative gaming experiences.” Razer has announced Wyvrn, which is a developer platform created to streamline game development and improve player immersion. Razer has also partnered with Side to integrate Razer AI QA Copilot into Side’s global quality assurance (QA) teams. Razer announces Wyvrn According to Razer, Wyvrn features AI-driven tools, Sensa HD Haptics, RGB Chroma lighting, and THX Spatial Audio+ for immersive gameplay....

Hmmm. I wonder what that game could be. If it is actually a newCrackdown, that has to be the worst project name ever. If the rumors are right, the Scottish developer formed of formerCrackdownstaff is working on a newCrackdowngame scheduled for release for the end of 2009 or early 2010. The folks atVG247say that this “1.5” version is set in the same world as the Realtime Worlds Xbox 360 original....

If you’re tired of being annoyed by GameStop and Best Buy employees about picking up “protection plans” for your new consoles, Sony has the answer: It’s starting to offer its own. Plans were announced today that would extend coverage for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Portable beyond the standard one-year manufacturer’s warranty. Sony is even offering an “accidental damage” plan for their portable, which will cover things like a cracked screen, in case you drop it or that fat guy on the plane next to you sits on it....

EA has decided that gamers like to have extra layers of complication on everything. Why make it simple to play a game? What we need are more accounts and passwords to remember. Oh, and here’s a good idea: let’s make it so you need a magical code to play multiplayer! We know gamers like that. Today we have a new episode of Podtoid that reveals Tara’s sexuality, a preview ofBattlefield 3’smultiplayer, screenshots ofSonic Generationson the PC, Jim talks about cross dressing, and reviews forAliens: InfestationandMax and the Magic Marker: Gold Edition....

DOTA 2 News The Mournful Revenant arrives! Check out Muerta’s attributes, abilities, lore, and talent tree here. The new Dota 2 hero, Muerta, is finally out! This Mexican folklore figure will soon haunt our pubs as a wave of Dota 2 players eagerly flock to try her out. Patch 7.32e dropped many updates including new features in Dota, hero tweaks, and an exciting Muerta mini-game. In this article, we will focus on breaking down everything related to the new Dota 2 hero Muerta, including her abilities, talent tree, and history....

A glimmer of hope in 2020 [Update:The very same intrepid user who found the logoalso noted the “Wumpa League” banner in the background of a newCrash Bandicootad. ACrashBattle Royale is suggested as a possible spinoff/outcome from this cute little scavenger hunt. Again, bring on anythingCrash. I’ll try it once! They could even use theCrash Bashname again.] SoCrash 4: It’s About Timeis fairly manageable if you’re a platforming hound, but if you want to get the full 106% completion rate: good luck!...

Apex Legends News Set your alarms! The Oversleepers are officially in the Pro League. Team Oversleepers will compete in the first split of the ALGS Pro League. A slot became free after Sweetdreams and the Stallions combined. The slot was left to the discretion of the ALGS, technically meaning anyone could be invited to join the Pro League. However, despite discussion about teams like NickMercs and the Tripods getting the call up, Oversleepers always seemed the most likely choice....

Apex Legends Guides Apex Legends ammo is not all the same! We breakdown the types, rarity and differences between them from bullet drop to damage. With an ever changing weapon meta, it’s crucial that you rock the rightAmmo in Apex Legends. Every weapon utilizes different ammunition. Some legends prefer fighting up close, and others sniping from distance. Regardless of your playstyle, it’s important to know details surrounding your favorite weapons and its ammo....

Apex Legends News What is the exact chances to get a Heirloom Shards from an Apex pack? EA have revealed the drop rate for Apex heirloom shards after new regulations in Korea forced gaming companies to release more detailed drop rate details. Previously the mathematical chance of getting Heirloom Shards out of a pack and was simply listed as “less than 1%.” However, Heirloom Shards are guaranteed in Apex Legends after 500 packs....

FGC News An Xbox splash screen for Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl shows the master earthbender alongside the rest of the cast. Another character fromAvatarjoins the fray inNick Brawl— this time in the form of earthbending prodigy Toph Beifong. Toph therefore joins both Aang and Korra as the threeAvatarseries representatives. A splash screen on the game’s Xbox Store page accidentally revealed her today as part of the cast in Nickelodeon’s upcomingSuper Smash Bros....

Chess News Nepo will pull on the blue and white for Aurora at several upcoming tournaments. Russian chess grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi is the latest player to sign on with an esports organization, joining Aurora Gaming, as the greatest board game of all time will appear at several big-name events in 2025. Nepomniachtchi links with Aurora Gaming, a Russian organization with teams in Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Apex Legends, and will represent the org at this year’s Champions Chess Tour (CCT) and theEsports World Cup....

Summary Despite having a wide cast of original killers,Dead By Daylight’s crossovers and licensed DLC content have turned the asymmetrical horror into a de facto horror hall of fame. In the years since Behaviour Interactiveadded Michael Myers as its first guest killer, he’s been joined by a veritable who’s who of horror. Even though the killer roster is impressive, there’s always been one titan of terror noticeably missing from The Fog....