It was recently reported that Stranger Things and Godzilla star Millie Bobby Brown would appear in the MCU Phase 4 movie The Eternals alongside Angelina Jolie, Richard Madden, and Kumail Nanjiani. However, it appears that may not be the case.The actress said in an Instagram video today that she has "no idea" about if she'll be in the movie. "Everybody thinks I'm going to be in a Marvel movie," she said, according to GameSpot sister site ComicBook. "Not that I know of. My family and I have no idea. So I just want to let everyone know…that I'm not as of right now."Brown's response is a bit different from what Nanjiani had to say about his own casting rumours. He told Variety that he isn't allowed to comment on the rumours. "I cannot comment on that," he said. "It would be so great to be part of a superhero film. I would love it so much."The Eternals is expected to be one of the MCU Phase 4 films that gets announced at San Diego Comic-Con or D23 later this year. Other Phase 4 movies are expected to be Shang-Chi, which will be the first MCU movie with an Asian lead, along with Doctor Strange 2, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Black Panther 2, and Black Widow.For lots more, check out GameSpot's rundown of everything we know about MCU Phase 4. You can also check out the video embedded above. Info from Gamespot.com

198X taps into our love for the games of the '80s, giving you a handful of short gaming vignettes wrapped around a simple story about the pain of growing up. The games themselves look more like '90s SNES games than '80s arcade titles (albeit very handsome SNES games), but 198X's neon aesthetic (and, of course, its name) is clearly trying to evoke a sense of nostalgia for this period. Unfortunately, despite a few nice homages, it's not a particularly transportive experience.198X features five faux-'80s arcade games to play through, and they're short enough that the whole thing, story sequences included, wraps in less than two hours. They're not quite minigames--they're framed as tiny slices of full games that exist within the narrative's world, the first few levels of five larger experiences. These games, which are chained together sequentially by beautiful pixel-art cutscenes set to a synth soundtrack, make up the entirety of 198X's gameplay. The plot centers on the "Kid" (he's never named beyond this), who lives in a suburb outside of a major city. He watches the highway at night and thinks about getting out of town. He seems generally unhappy with his life, until he discovers an arcade hidden away in an old abandoned factory and discovers a sense of purpose and place amidst the machines and patrons there.198X suffers from some of the same problems that Ernest Cline's Ready Player One suffered from. If that book's insistence that being a geek is inherently good irritated you, then 198X's vague reverence for arcades and youth will likely have a similar effect. There's something very immature about the game's portrayal of the Kid and the way he talks about his idealistic childhood, while giving limited insight into why things are so hard on him now. "You get to high school and everyone's brainwashed," he says at one point, which is about as deep as the game gets in its exploration of the difficulty of one's teenage years. You're not given enough insight into the Kid to really get a sense of why this arcade is so important to him, beyond a few vague references to his father not being around anymore.Of the five games you play through in 198X, only two really touch on the boy's struggles in a meaningful way. Playing through the five games in order, then, doesn't tell us a lot about more about the Kid's private life, and there's little real sense of why they are important to him beyond a general sentiment that games are powerful and important by default. Much of this narrative assumes your own investment in the power of an arcade, and the game doesn't put much effort into selling you on why this particular arcade, and these particular games, mean so much to the Kid.Your first foray into the arcade comes through Beating Heart, a Final Fight-style brawler with a simple two-button control scheme. It's the most basic game included--you can punch, do a jump kick, or perform a spinning kick, and if you die while facing off against the handful of enemy types, you can immediately respawn without penalty. It's a simple introduction, with a lovely period-appropriate midi soundtrack that does a great job of evoking the arcade classics it is paying homage to (in fact, this is true of every game in 198X). But it doesn't offer anything interesting or unique in its mechanics, nor does it contribute much to the narrative of the Kid.Next is Out of the Void, a shooter clearly inspired by R-Type, which only runs for two levels. You fly from left to right, collecting ship upgrades and firing regular and charged shots to take down your enemies. It's solid fun, if nothing spectacular, and things get quite hairy in the second level. It's one of the more enjoyable games in 198X simply because it actually feels pretty close to a decent arcade space shooter. Alas, it's over very quickly, and while it's relatively enjoyable, it's certainly not as inventive or intense as the best games in the genre--the final boss, for instance, is a pushover. A more challenging experience, or some unique mechanics, would have better represented the games from this period that we have actual nostalgia for.After this comes The Runaway, an OutRun-style driving game that lacks the arcade classic's sense of speed and whimsy. The lack of gear changes and sharp corners makes this one a bit of a snooze, although it's also the game in the collection that achieves the most resonance with the narrative--at a certain point, elements of the world you've seen in the cutscenes blend into the game. It's a neat trick, but it's in service of a plot that isn't particularly gripping..Shadowplay, a "ninja" game, is the standout of 198X. It's the longest game in the collection (although you'll still likely finish it in about 20 minutes). You play as a fast-running ninja across a series of automatically-scrolling screens. You can move left and right, jump, slide, and slash your sword at enemies ahead of you. It's got the feel of an involved auto-runner, and timing your jumps and slashes to avoid enemy attacks and traps is engaging, with ever-changing level designs and interesting challenges that hit the right balance of difficulty where the game is challenging without being frustrating.The platforms, spikes and pits you encounter make you read your environment and think about how you time your movements as you run through each level slashing at your enemies. You can collect power-ups to give your sword a greater reach, and there are more levels here (and more gameplay variety) than in the other games. There's even a great boss fight at the end where you have to dodge between multiple platforms as a demon shoots tendrils at you, and reaching the end feels satisfying in a way the other games don't. As much as 198X feels like a gimmick, Shadowplay stands out as an experience that feels like it could work as a full title. It feels disconnected from the overarching narrative, but it's the most enjoyable part of the 198X.The final game, Kill Screen, is a simple first-person RPG. It's aiming to be weird and creepy rather than particularly challenging, and on that level, it works fairly well. It's meant to represent the mental state of the protagonist, who has, up until that point, spent every cutscene moping. It works as a mood piece, and there's some cool weird imagery in there, but the gameplay, which involves hunting for dragons in a maze full of random encounters, is very simple. There's a neat Paper Mario-inspired mechanic where you can time button presses on attacks to do more damage, and the weird enemy designs are inventive, but it's fairly one-note in both its gameplay model and its commentary on the Kid's state of mind.198X ends with a "To Be Continued." This feels appropriate because the game, which is not being explicitly billed as episodic on its Steam page, feels not just short, but incomplete. As neat as the concept is, 198X doesn't do enough to sell you on the connection between the metanarrative of the Kid and the arcade games he is playing--or spend enough time investing you in why any of this matters. There's promise in some of these short genre riffs, but the game doesn't give you many reasons to care about the Kid and his desire to get out of the suburbs.198X is a great idea with middling execution. While its games offer some brief enjoyment, there's not enough here for the game to feel like a proper ode to '80s arcades, nor does the Kid's plight, and his longing to escape his current life, totally connect. There's definitely a spark of something here--and Shadowplay, in particular, is a lot of fun--but 198X feels more like a proof of concept than a final product.Info from Gamespot.com

Disney's new Lion King opens in theatres on July 19 in the United States, but one of the first screenings was tonight in Hollywood. Some of the people in attendance have shared their thoughts, and the reactions are overwhelmingly positive.GameSpot's own Chris Hayner says Timon (Billy Eichner) and Pumbaa (Seth Rogen) steal the show. Despite some missteps, it's overall a "really fun flick," Hayner said. You can see a rundown of Twitter reactions to The Lion King below, while we'll have more on the movie coming up soon.Donald Glover voices Simba, while James Earl Jones returns to play Mufasa. Chiwetel Ejiofor voices the evil lion Scar, while John Oliver portrays the overbearing bird Zazu. Beyonce voices Nala, and she released a brand-new single from the movie called "Spirit" today. Listen here.The Lion King is directed by Jon Favreau. It is called a "live-action" movie because it was filmed using live-action production techniques, even though the movie actually depicts its characters through (eerily lifelike) computer-generated images.The Lion King First ReactionsI just got out of #TheLionKing and really dug it. My fear was realistic animals wouldn’t have the charisma of the cartoon, but they’re very good. Timon and Pumba steal the show. Some of the song/choreo arrangements don’t work as well as the original but still a really fun flick. pic.twitter.com/mOrODQ0vHI — Chris E. Hayner (@ChrisHayner) July 10, 2019#TheLionKing is a breathtaking visual cinematic achievement. I can’t believe this is a CG animated movie. Timon and Pumbaa steal the show. It’s a good Disney remake but was it necessary? Maybe not, but it’s enjoyable and families are gonna love it. — Peter Sciretta (@slashfilm) July 10, 2019Been lucky to have attended a number of world premieres but not sure I've ever heard as much clapping during a movie as I did tonight at #TheLionKing . Was like being at a rock concert. Movie is going to make so much money. pic.twitter.com/rnU4qf92mt — Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) July 10, 2019Just walked out of #TheLionKing. Overriding reaction: SIMBA IS SO CUTE. But really, if you’re hoping this will be a near-exact adaptation of the animated movie with some absolutely jaw-dropping visual effects, you’ll get what you’re looking for. pic.twitter.com/14BydbdhCx — Terri Schwartz (@Terri_Schwartz) July 10, 2019#TheLionKing has always been my favorite Disney animated movie and this new rendition is a beautiful reminder why. Happy to welcome back familiar chills, emotions and tears. In awe of the visual wizards behind this one. Timon & Pumbaa are everything. pic.twitter.com/IcWHgjHCuF — Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) July 10, 2019.@disneylionking premiere. Memorable! pic.twitter.com/qmpndqAjzs — Robert Iger (@RobertIger) July 10, 2019 So #TheLionKing was the first movie I ever saw in theaters and this reimagining hit all the same notes. LOVED IT. Idk if it was Beyonce, Donald, the animation, Jon Fav... no it was probably Beyonce. — Trey Williams (@Trey3Williams) July 10, 2019Holy smokes, I really loved THE LION KING. I think (I think) it’s the most beautiful effects movie I’ve seen. Like next level, the game has changed kind of thing. (For the record I’m agnostic on the original movie and have zero nostalgia for it. Anyway, this movie hooked me.) — Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) July 10, 2019Oh man #TheLionKing delivers. It’s a visual masterpiece that will leave you smiling and crying the whole time. It’s a true testament to the lasting effect Disney movies have on all generations. Timon and Pumbaa steal the show. And BEYONCE!!! #LionKing — Beatrice Verhoeven (@bverhoev) July 10, 2019The Lion King is a wonderful adaptation of an iconic classic. It has a few small changes which enhance what was already great and everything else is right on point. The CG can be slightly distracting at times but the emotion quickly covers that. Loved it. pic.twitter.com/9QmsP3PmNh — Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) July 10, 2019#TheLionKing is exactly as advertised: a beat-for-beat remake of the original. Impressive animation and some ace casting choices (Beyoncé is a spirited Nala, John Oliver is an ideal Zazu) plus that music is still 👍👍 - but it’s more nostalgic rehash than fresh reimagining — Angie J. Han (@ajhan) July 10, 2019 Info from Gamespot.com

Out of nowhere, Nintendo announced a new version of the Switch, and it releases quite soon. The Nintendo Switch Lite is a leaner version of the existing Switch model that sacrifices some features but slashes $100 off that system's price tag; it sells for $200 in the US. It releases on September 20 in a trio of colors, with a special-edition Pokemon version arriving in November.The Switch Lite features a 5.5-inch screen that displays at a resolution of 720p. This shrinks the screen down slightly from the original Switch's 6.2-inch size. Additionally, the Switch Lite will no longer be able to connect to TVs via USB-C and HDMI. This means that the Switch Lite is being positioned as a purely handheld platform, as opposed to a hybrid like the original. Despite that, it will still bear the Switch name.The headphone port is still there (Bluetooth headset support has not been added, sadly), and the button layout is largely unchanged. However, the Switch Lite no longer has detachable Joy-Con controllers. Furthermore, the Switch Lite will not have rumble or the IR motion sensors. Joy-Con controllers can still be connected to the Switch Lite. Nintendo has swapped out the four small buttons that serve as the directional inputs on the Joy-Cons for a traditional D-pad, however.One other thing to consider is that Nintendo Labo, which allows users to build peripherals using cardboard, won't work since the Switch Lite is smaller. Other games will need to support handheld mode in order to function. Titles like 1-2-Switch and Super Mario Party will require you to purchase standard Joy-Cons in order to play them.Switch Lite's New D-Pad Won't Be Added To Joy-ConsNintendo Switch Lite Getting Pokemon Sword And Shield ModelNintendo Planning Switch Lite Transfer FeaturesNintendo Switch Lite Won't Use Joy-Cons, But Has One Big Controller ImprovementThe Switch Lite is matte plastic and, according to CNET, which had a chance to go hands-on with it, has a "solid feel reminded me a lot of the recent Nintendo 2DS XL handheld. No detachable Joy-Cons means the sides of the Switch Lite don’t flex or creak as much, either."When the Switch Lite launches on September 20, it will be available in grey, yellow, and turquoise. A limited edition Pokemon-themed design that has etchings and an off-white case will arrive alongside Pokemon Sword and Shield, though it will not include the game as part of a bundle.Nintendo Switch Lite Specs Nintendo Switch Lite consoleSize91.1mm x 208mm x 13.9mmPlease note: 28.4mm at the thickest, from the tips of the analogue sticks to the ZL/ZR Button protusions.WeightApprox. 275gScreenCapacitive touch screen / 5.5 inch LCD / 1280x720 resolutionCPU/GPUNVIDIA customised Tegra processorSystem memory32 GBPlease note: approximately 6.2 GB of internal memory is reserved for use by the system.Communication featuresWireless LAN (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant) / Bluetooth 4.1 / NFC (near-field communication)Video output-Audio output-SpeakersStereoControl inputs"Left StickCan be pressed down and used as a button.""Right StickCan be pressed down and used as a button."A/B/X/Y/L/R/ZL/ZR Buttons+ Button / - Button+Control PadPOWER ButtonVolume buttonsHOME ButtonCapture ButtonUSB terminalUSB Type-C terminalUsed for charging the console.Audio jackStereo outputGame card slotExclusively for Nintendo Switch game cards.microSD card slotCompatible with microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards.Please note: an update via an internet connection is required to use microSDXC memory cards.SensorsAccelerometer / gyroscopeOperating environmentTemperature: 5 - 35°C / Humidity: 20 - 80%Internal batteryLithium ion battery / battery capacity 3570mAhPlease note: the internal battery cannot be removed. If the battery needs to be replaced, it can be replaced for a fee via Nintendo Customer Support.Battery lifeBattery life can last for more than six hours, but will vary depending on the software and usage conditions.For example, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild can be played for roughly four hours on a single charge.Charging time3 hours approx.Please note: this is the time taken to charge while the console is in sleep mode. Reports of new Switch models being in production surface in June. At the time, Nintendo said it would not announce the new systems during E3, and they stuck to their guns on that. Reports have indicated that two new Nintendo Switch models are in the works. The first, a less expensive iteration with pared-down features, we now know is the Switch Lite.However, it has also been reported that an "enhanced" version of the Switch targeted at "avid" gamers is also in production. Nintendo has not indicated this is the case and there are far fewer rumors, reports, and early rumblings relating to this more powerful version that there was for the Switch Lite.Info from Gamespot.com

Nintendo has finally confirmed the long-rumored revision of the Switch hardware, although it's not meant to replace the existing system. Instead, the Nintendo Switch Lite, as it's called, is a smaller, cheaper version of the existing Nintendo Switch that will be attractive to those who want to live a handheld-only gaming life, or have a second Switch at their disposal. Of course, to hit that $200 price point Nintendo has had to make some sacrifices and one of them is the Joy-Cons, which have undergone several changes. The Joy-Con controllers are a key piece of the portable, social-friendly gaming experience that the Nintendo Switch enables. They are small, lightweight controllers that can be detached from the Switch and given to others for multiplayer fun.However, for the Switch Lite, Nintendo has opted for a dedicated, always-attached input method akin to its previous handheld devices such as the Nintendo 3DS. But because the left input device no longer needs to double as a horizontal controller, its four-button layout has been replaced with a proper directional pad. That should make playing a variety of games more comfortable and intuitive. Nintendo does not currently have plans to introduce this D-pad to Joy-Cons for the original Switch.Although this aligns with the company's vision of the Switch Lite being a purely handheld device, the decision to eliminate detachable Joy-Cons doesn't preclude the Switch Lite enabling multiplayer entirely as Joy-Cons can still be connected to it. Nevertheless, multiplayer will be a little trickier as the Switch Lite cannot output to TVs and with a smaller screen (5.5-inch instead 6.2-inch), players will need to crowd around. The Switch Lite also lacks a kickstand, which means positioning it is going to be a bit difficult.Nintendo Switch Lite Announced; Price, Release Date, Specs RevealedNintendo Switch Lite Getting Pokemon Sword And Shield ModelNintendo Planning Switch Lite Transfer FeaturesThe Switch Lite also loses the rumble functionality, which means you won't be getting any force feedback when you're playing games. For $200, the Switch Lite certainly still has a fair share of features and use cases that make it appealing. Speaking to CNET, Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser said he could see the Switch Lite "fitting into a household where there are multiple players ... and one flagship Nintendo Switch." The company has spoken previously about seeing the Switch as a system that could be purchased multiple times per household, rather than the one-per-household nature of non-portable gaming consoles.Nintendo has revealed further Switch Lite details, including its release date, battery life changes, and more. Prior to this announcement, reports suggested a more powerful Nintendo Switch targeted at hardcore players is in production.Info from Gamespot.com

Nintendo has finally revealed a new version of the Nintendo Switch, known as the Nintendo Switch Lite. It's intended not as a replacement for the existing version necessarily, but as a cheaper, portable-only version of that hardware. Many are likely considering adding a second Switch to their life, whether that be as an option for friends and family, or as a dedicated handheld to take out and about. However, for those who might be looking at picking up a second Switch, there are key questions regarding whether save files and content that has been purchased can be transferred from one device to another painlessly. When it comes to licenses and the accessibility of content on multiple devices, Nintendo's platforms don't have a history of being particularly user-friendly. However, speaking to CNET, Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser said that the company is working on features that will make it easier to move between a Switch and Switch Lite, and vice versa."Yes, you will have the ability to transfer between devices, your gameplay experiences," he said. However, Bowser stopped short of actually providing concrete details on how that would work and when the functionality will be available. "More to come there, but that is the intention," he added.Nintendo Switch Lite Announced; Price, Release Date, Specs RevealedSwitch Lite's New D-Pad Won't Be Added To Joy-ConsNintendo Switch Lite Getting Pokemon Sword And Shield ModelNintendo Switch Lite Won't Use Joy-Cons, But Has One Big Controller ImprovementGiven that Nintendo's Online service has the ability to create groups and families, it could be that the solution involves adding multiple Switch devices to accounts, but that remains to be seen. Nintendo Switch Lite launches on September 20 for $200, and it's likely further information about how multi-device transfers will work will be provided ahead of the launch.Nintendo has detailed the Switch Lite price, specs, release date, and more. Much of it doesn't come as a surprise, but the lack of detachable Joy-Cons has some interesting implications on multiplayer. There's also no word on the rumored other, more powerful Switch iteration, although Nintendo says this is the only new Switch coming this year.Info from Gamespot.com

Nintendo is well known for releasing not just different models of its gaming hardware, but also special, game-themed versions of those systems. In a series of announcements, the company revealed plans to do both of those things. The Nintendo Switch Lite--a new handheld-only model of the Switch coming this fall--will come in several colors when it launches, but that debut will soon after be followed by another model to celebrate the release of Pokemon Sword and Shield.The "Zacian and Zamazenta Edition" is named after the two Legendary Pokemon that represent the titular Sword and Shield aspects of each game. It's a light gray tone with blue and magenta face buttons, and artwork of the two creatures gracing the back. It will release on November 8 for $200, the same price as the other Nintendo Switch Lite models. Sword and Shield are not included; you'll have to buy those games separately when they arrive on November 15. (You might actually want both versions, based on the difference we know about so far.)The other three Switch Lite models, in yellow, gray, and turquoise, are coming on September 20. That means if you want the Pokemon version you'll have to wait a little while. It launches just a week before Pokemon Sword and Shield, but the games will have to be purchased separately.Nintendo Switch Lite Announced; Price, Release Date, Specs RevealedSwitch Lite's New D-Pad Won't Be Added To Joy-ConsNintendo Planning Switch Lite Transfer FeaturesNintendo Switch Lite Won't Use Joy-Cons, But Has One Big Controller ImprovementThe Nintendo Switch Lite is a new model of Nintendo Switch with a lighter body and some removed features, along with the budget price. It can't use docked mode to attach to a TV, and this model no longer has detachable Joy-Con controllers. That also means the rumble and IR camera have both been removed. It does replace the face buttons on the left side with a proper D-pad, however. It also packs in Amiibo functionality.Info from Gamespot.com

After numerous reports, Nintendo finally confirmed the existence of a smaller Nintendo Switch model, dubbed the Nintendo Switch Lite. This iteration of the console differs from the flagship Switch in numerous ways, most notably by being tailored for handheld play, with no detachable Joy-Con controllers or television support. It also has a slightly different button layout, including a true D-pad, but don't expect that to be added to the base Nintendo Switch model.Speaking to CNET, Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser confirmed that Nintendo currently has no plans to update the base Switch's Joy-Cons with a proper D-pad like the one featured on the Switch Lite. "There are no plans, or nothing to announce, in terms of further variations of Joy-Con," Bowser said.The lack of a true D-pad has been a common complaint about Switch's Joy-Con controllers, but while Nintendo doesn't appear to be rectifying that anytime soon, third-party manufacturers have stepped in to offer their own alternatives. Hori sells a variety of left Joy-Cons that replace the standard directional buttons with a more traditional D-pad, although the controllers have some limitations--namely, they can only be used while attached to the system in handheld mode. The D-pad Joy-Cons come in Mario, Zelda, and Pokemon designs.That isn't the only way the Switch Lite differs from the base model. The system is lighter and boasts a smaller screen. It also has an estimated 20-30% better battery life than the standard Switch, but it lacks some features such as rumble and the IR sensor. Being tailored for portable play means the system won't be compatible with all Switch software--only titles that support handheld mode. That means you'll need to own a pair of Joy-Con controllers in order to play certain games like 1-2-Switch or Super Mario Party. Nintendo has also said it is planning a transfer feature that will allow you to move between the Switch and Switch Lite, although the company hasn't shared any details on how that will work yet.The Switch Lite launches on September 20 for $200 USD. The system will be available in three different colors at launch: yellow, turquoise, and grey. Nintendo is also releasing a special edition Pokemon Nintendo Switch Lite on November 8, just ahead of the release of Pokemon Sword and Shield. That version of the system has a light grey body, cyan and magenta buttons, and illustrations of the games' two cover monsters, Zacian and Zamazenta, on the back.Info from Gamespot.com

For one day only, Best Buy is offering Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC for just $20, which is the lowest price we've yet seen for the 2018 entry in Activision's long-running first-person shooter franchise. With Prime Day 2019 coming up on Monday, there are going to be deals everywhere in the near future, but that assumes we'll live through the weekend, so seize the day and head over to Best Buy if duty calls to you. It's a great time to get the game, since the developers just released a big content update that adds a new multiplayer mode, specialist, and more.Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 -- $20Get it on PS4Get it on Xbox OneGet it on PCBlack Ops 4 breaks from previous entries in the series by not having a traditional, single-player campaign mode, instead focusing on multiplayer. The narrative component lives in solo missions, set between the events of Black Ops 2 and 3, that serve as tutorials for each of the game's specialists, many of whom are returning characters from previous entries. Gameplay is broadly divided into traditional multiplayer, the series' signature co-op zombie mode, and a new battle royale mode called Blackout, which GameSpot's Kallie Plagge thought was particularly well-executed in her Black Ops 4 review.Frugal gamers have a lot to look forward to in the coming week with Prime Day, as well as all of the competing sales from other retailers like Dell, Ebay, and GameStop. The Amazon-owned Twitch is also getting in on it this year, with various streaming events as well as in-game goodies in Apex Legends and FIFA 19 for Prime subscribers.Info from Gamespot.com

The Division 2 is preparing for its first major content update, and it's on its way very soon. The first free episode of its Year 1 content plan, titled DC Outskirts: Expeditions, will release on July 23 for Year 1 Pass holders and a week later, July 30, for all players.The release is split into two main content types: the main story missions, and the new Expeditions. The main story will pick up where the campaign left off, sending your agents into areas around DC to find a lost convoy. That will consist of two new main missions: Camp White Oak, on the trail of the traitorous President Ellis, and the Manning National Zoo, where you're aiming to finish off the Outcast leader Emeline Shaw.Expeditions are split into three different wings that will release weekly. Finishing all three will give you access to an exclusive treasure room with a new exotic weapon (Diamondback Rifle), exotic gear (BTSU Datagloves), and two more weapons (Stoner LMB and Carbine 7). It all begins when you explore Kenly College to find what happened to a supply convoy.Both the story missions and Expeditions feature will launch on July 30 for all players. The expansion will also bring Classified Assignments that are exclusive to Year 1 Pass holders. These take place in the Central Aquarium and NSA Site B13.Ubisoft also detailed a set of tweaks and improvements that will be coming in the update, many of them based on player feedback. Most significantly, the Operation Dark Hours raid will have a new "Discovery" difficulty that will let players use matchmaking. The lack of raid matchmaking led to complaints from the community. The Normal mode will still have its own exclusive loot, but Discovery will let players try the raid and learn the ropes in a more casual setting.A few other changes are coming as well. Crafting will max out at Gear Score 500 and players can share blueprints across characters and recalibrate crafted weapons. It will also introduce a range of balancing tweaks and an overhaul of various Skills.This is the first of three planned major content drops for Year 1 of the game. The others will take you to the Pentagon in the fall, and then Coney Island in early 2020.Info from Gamespot.com

Responding to requests from fans, The Division 2 is adding matchmaking for raids. This will negate the need to manually assemble a full group of players just to be able to take part in a key piece of the game's content. That said, it will only be available at a lower difficulty setting and will not provide access to all of the available raid loot.Matchmaking will be available for the Operation Dark Hours raid, which was originally released back in May. The eight-player raid sees players working together to take down Black Tusk forces who have overtaken the Washington National Airport.The wording of Ubisoft's press release suggests that matchmaking may only be available for the new, more casual "Discovery" difficulty mode. Here is how Ubisoft described it in a press release:"The new Discovery Difficulty, along with its corresponding matchmaking option, will allow more players to experience The Division 2 in its entirety. While Operation Dark Hours Exotic loot remains exclusive to the Normal difficulty, Agents playing the Discovery Difficulty can expect a variety of great rewards, while training for the Normal Difficulty."Matchmaking with anyone for story missions and other parts of the game is part of what makes The Division 2 so great. As such, some fans expressed their disappointment when Ubisoft confirmed there would be no matchmaking for raids."We decided to not include matchmaking, as we don't think this would make a good gameplay experience for random groups," The Division 2 community developer Hamish Bode said in a statement back in May. "The Raid will test your ability to communicate well, have a good build set up, and will require great teamwork to beat encounters."In other news, The Division 2's first free episode of its Year 1 content plan, DC Outskirts: Expedition, is scheduled for release on July 23. For lots more on the expansion, check out GameSpot's breakdown of everything you need to know. Info from Gamespot.com

Here's one of the first big dumps of Amazon Prime Day 2019 deals, from high-performance gaming hardware brand HyperX. This year HyperX is offering discounts of 20% to 50% off on a variety of mice, keyboards, gamepad chargers, and headphones for both PC and console gaming. These prices are not available yet, but will go live for Amazon Prime subscribers this coming Monday, July 15. Check out everything that's been announced below:Alloy Core RGB KeyboardKeyboards and keycapsHyperX makes solid mechanical keyboards across all price-points, but the Alloy Core RGB is particularly good value for an entry-level gaming-focused keyboard, and it's a steal at almost half off.Alloy FPS RGB -- $80 ($110)Alloy Elite RGB - Blue Switch -- $100 ($140)Alloy Elite RGB - Brown Switch -- $100 ($140)Alloy Elite RGB - Red Switch -- $100 ($140)Alloy Core RGB -- $30 ($50)104 Pudding Keycap Set -- $18 ($25)Pulsefire FPS Pro MouseMiceThe Pulsefire FPS Pro stands out as one of the best gaming mice for its already reasonable cost, made even better when you knock $15 off.Pulsefire Surge RGB -- $40 ($55)Pulsefire FPS Pro -- $30 ($45)Pulsefire Core -- $20 ($30)ChargePlay Duo for PS4Gamepad chargersCharging stands for both PS4 DualShock controllers and Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons are half their usual price, which is a great deal for an essential accessory if you play a lot of local multiplayer games.ChargePlay Duo for PS4 -- $15 ($30)ChargePlay Quad for Switch Joy-Cons -- $15 ($30)Cloud Stinger Wireless HeadsetConsole audio$100 is already relatively inexpensive for as solid a wireless headset as the Cloud Stinger Wireless, so $70 is even better for a wireless set that can compete in quality with much more expensive audio gear.Cloud Earbuds -- $30 ($40)Cloud Stinger Core -- $25 ($40)CloudX Stinger Core -- $25 ($40)Cloud Stinger Wireless -- $70 ($100)Cloud Revolver HeadsetPC audioThe Cloud Revolver PC headset has excellent quality sound and comfort. At $120, it's a little expensive for not having 7.1 surround sound--but at $70, you're getting a fantastic bargain.Cloud Flight -- $100 ($160)Cloud - Silver -- $50 ($80)Cloud Revolver - Gun Metal -- $70 ($120)Cloud Stinger -- $40 ($50)QuadCast -- $100 ($140)Cloud Core -- $50 ($70)Cloud II - GM -- $70 ($100)Cloud II - Red -- $70 ($100)Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound USB Card -- $20 ($30)Prime Day 2019 spans 48 hours for the first time ever. It's also provoked more competing sales than ever before, creating a sort of Black Friday in July, which is actually exactly what Dell called its own sale that's running this week through July 15 at 5 AM PT / 8 AM ET. That sale is likely relevant to anyone interested in these HyperX deals as well, since it includes huge markdowns on gaming PCs and accessories like headsets, monitors, mice and keyboards from Dell, Alienware, and Logitech.See more Amazon Prime Day 2019 coverage:Everything You Need To Know About Amazon Prime Day 2019Not-Prime Day 2019: All The Best Sales That Aren't On AmazonFree Apex Legends Skins Coming To Twitch Prime Members For Prime DayGameStop Kicks Off Huge Summer Sale Just Before Prime DayTarget Deal Days Sale Announced, Overlaps With Amazon Prime DayEbay Sale Might Have You Rooting For Amazon To Crash During Prime DayNew Exclusive Star Wars Funko Pop Launching For Amazon Prime DayEarly Prime Day Perk Includes Free Rewards For Red Dead 2 Online, GTA 5 OnlineThe Free PC Games Twitch Prime Members Can Claim In JulyBest PS4 Deals On Games, Consoles, And MoreInfo from Gamespot.com

There have been rumors for some time that Nintendo was planning a pair of hardware revisions for the Nintendo Switch, and that at least one of them--a cheaper version--could launch as soon as this year. The idea of such systems would come as no real surprise given Nintendo's history of offering new iterations of its gaming hardware. E3 came without any word of such a device, but out of nowhere, Nintendo has now confirmed one of those rumored systems. It's called the Switch Lite, and it releases later this fall.This won't replace the existing Switch model. The most notable takeaway, aside from the lower price point of $200, is that it can't be docked with a TV, making it a handheld-only device. But there's plenty to know about the new system, and you can follow along with all of our coverage below. Meanwhile, the existing Switch will be getting an update, if new FCC filings are any indication. That doesn't necessarily point to any meaningful improvements or changes for that model, but the specifics remain to be seen.Nintendo Switch Lite Announced; Price, Release Date, Specs RevealedAll of the core details Nintendo had to share about its first addition to the Switch family. [Read more]Nintendo Switch Lite Won't Use Joy-Cons, But Has One Big Controller ImprovementThe long sought-after D-pad on the left Joy-Con will be included with Switch Lite. [Read more]Nintendo Switch Lite's New D-Pad Won't Be Added To Joy-ConsHere's what Nintendo has to say about the possibility of bringing that D-pad to its standard Joy-Con controllers. [Read more]Nintendo Switch Lite Getting Pokemon Sword And Shield ModelAlongside the colorful versions of the Lite, Nintendo will also sell a slick-looking Pokemon model, though it won't launch until November. [Read more]Nintendo Planning Switch Lite Transfer FeaturesYou'll be able to move in between Switch devices, according to Nintendo. [Read more]Nintendo Switch Lite Will Still Support AmiiboWhile the system does feature some cost-saving cuts, the system does still feature the necessary hardware to interface with Amiibo figures. Here's how it works. [Read more]Nintendo Denies Another New Switch Is Coming Alongside The Lite This YearIn addition to the cheaper Lite, there have been many reports that Nintendo is working on a second Switch revision, but the company says the Lite is the only new system arriving this year. [Read more]Nintendo Switch Lite FAQAnswers to the most common questions about the upcoming hardware revision. [Read more]Nintendo Switch And Switch Lite Comparison: Specs, Dimensions, Battery Life, And MoreWe break down exactly what's different between the two systems, including the improved battery life seen in the Lite. [Read more]Info from Gamespot.com

Trading cards can sell for hundreds of dollars, making them serious business for collectors. The rarer the card, the more it's worth. Case in point with Trainer No. 3, a rare Pokémon card that sold for $60,000 in August 2018. That same card, sold through eBay, has turned up missing--or lost--in the mail. No one really knows.Trainer No. 3 holds a lot of history in its paperboard: It was only given to the third-place winner of Pokémon competition Super Secret Battle in Japan in 1999. Polygon reports that the card ended up in the hands of eBay seller pokemonplace, who used international delivery service Aramex to send Trainer No. 3 to its buyer. Pokemonplace says it sent the card, sealed in a plastic container with a unique holo pattern, to Aramex via USPS, with $50,000 insurance. Aramex signed for a bulk lot from USPS that was supposed to include the card--but Aramax says Trainer No. 3 wasn't in the delivery, which included a medley of other items as well. Right now, no one has a clue where it is.“My responsibility was to ship the card to Aramex [...] a middle man company that then ships the card to the buyer,” pokemonplace said. “The tracking information I have was with registered mail and shows tracking and a signature. Aramex claims they haven’t received it and signed for a bulk lot.”An insurance claim cannot be filed because Aramex signed for the bulk lot.Avid collector and Pokémon card enthusiast smpratte has theorized what might have happened but has no proof to support the conclusion. Smpratte thinks someone saw how much the card sold for and thought to bank on the paperboard's price tag. Unfortunately, reselling Trainer No. 3 is impossible due to its originality and recognition in the fandom. You can check out his deductive reasoning in the video below.Was it lost? Was it stolen? There doesn't seem to be a definitive answer, but pokemonplace is chucking the whole thing up as a loss. “I would classify it as lost,” pokemonplace said. The seller is willing to pay $1,000 to anyone with information about the card's whereabouts.Info from Gamespot.com

Nintendo is releasing a smaller, cheaper Switch model this fall called the Nintendo Switch Lite. The system does away with a number of features found in the base model, so it won't have detachable Joy-Cons, HD rumble, or be able to connect with a television, but one feature it will still have is Amiibo support.GameSpot reached out to Nintendo to clarify if the Switch Lite will still be compatible with Amiibo, and a PR representative for the company confirmed the system will indeed work with the collectible figures. Just as with the standard model, you can tap an Amiibo on the right control stick and it will interact with a compatible game.The Nintendo Switch Lite launches worldwide on September 20--the same day The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening remake releases. The game will hit stores alongside an adorable new Link Amiibo figure, which will unlock an extra feature for the game's dungeon maker mode. Other Zelda Amiibo will also be compatible with the title.At launch, the Switch Lite will be available in three different colors: yellow, grey, and turquoise. Nintendo will also release a special edition Pokemon model on November 8, a few days ahead of the launch of Pokemon Sword and Shield. That version will have a light grey body, cyan- and magenta-colored buttons, and an illustration of the games' Legendary Pokemon, Zacian and Zamazenta, on the back.While the Switch Lite won't have detachable Joy-Cons, it will have one improvement over the standard Switch: a proper D-pad. It appears it'll be the only model to boast one, as Nintendo says it has no plans to add a D-pad to Joy-Con controllers. You'll also be able to move your data between the standard Switch and Switch Lite, although Nintendo hasn't shared any details about how this will work yet. Check out our roundup of everything we know about Switch Lite for more on the new system.Info from Gamespot.com