We're in the final days of March, which means two things for PlayStation Plus members: March's free PS4 games will soon disappear, and another two free games will be available to download in April. Unfortunately, PS3 and Vita games are no longer part of the monthly package, and the latest free pair of games aren't quite on the same level as March's fantastic offerings. April's PS Plus games are The Surge and Conan Exiles, and they'll be available to download starting April 2.The Surge is a science-fiction RPG heavily inspired by the Dark Souls series and takes place in a grim, dystopian future where the world has been ravaged by war and environmental diseases. Robots and clones make up a majority of the workforce, so the humans who are left must fight to survive while wearing exoskeleton implants intended to boost speed and strength. Critic Daniel Starkey gave the game a 7/10 in GameSpot's The Surge review."Not everything hits, but The Surge works far more often than it doesn't, and what it does change is mostly better executed here than in its forebears," Starkey wrote. "Deck 13 has crafted a satisfying adventure that breathes new life into a flooded sub-genre."Then there's Conan Exiles, an open-world survival adventure set in the universe of Conan the Barbarian. You play a customizable character who has been rescued by Conan and must now explore the harsh world known as The Exiled Lands. Resource gathering, item crafting, and shelter building all play a role in your quest for survival. However, the game received a 3/10 in GameSpot's Conan Exiles review--critic James Swinbanks took issue with the game's multiple bugs, confusing AI, and unexciting combat."Ultimately, Conan Exiles is one of the most unsatisfying games I’ve ever played," he wrote. "Its crafting and resource systems may be dense enough that the ultra-patient could find something to enjoy here, but anyone else would likely walk away with their hands thrown up in defeat."That said, both of these games are totally free, so if they sound interesting to you, be sure to download and try them out while they're available next month. In the meantime, you can still download March's free PS Plus games until April 2 at 8 AM PST / 11 AM EST / 3 PM GMT (and 2 AM AET on April 3). The two freebies are Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered, the 2016 revamp of Activision's critically acclaimed shooter, and The Witness, a gorgeous puzzle game set on a mysterious island. Both titles have been enhanced for the PS4 Pro.Download March's free PS Plus games:Call of Duty: Modern Warfare RemasteredThe WitnessInfo from Gamespot.com

Larian Studios has announced Divinity: Fallen Heroes, a new standalone game that acts as a sequel to Divinity: Original Sin II. Fallen Heroes has been developed in co-production with Logic Artists, a studio known for creating strategy RPGs such as Clandestine and Expeditions: Vikings.According to a Larian Studios press release, in Fallen Heroes, you'll delve "deeper into the world of Rivellon as you command your troops aboard the Lady Vengeance. Explore new lands and wield new weapons and skills. Build your squad and vanquish never-before seen corners of Rivellon." The game will feature both single player and two-player coop.Divinity: Fallen Heroes is a new tactical game oozing with RPG elements, developed as a co-production between @larianstudios and @logicartists. Faced with a new evil, we're calling on YOU to command The Lady Vengeance and continue the story of Divinity: Original Sin 2. pic.twitter.com/POOvvACeXe — Larian Studios (@larianstudios) March 27, 2019Several characters from Original Sin II return to help you fight on your quest, including Malady, Fane, Ifan, Lohse, Sebille, Red Emperor, and Beast. Combat is tactical, forcing you to make calculated decisions on the battlefield and challenging you to strategize prior to every encounter. The hub you'll return to between missions is a flying battleship called Lady Vengeance. It's there you'll manage your crew, influencing their relationships in how you interact with them.Fallen Heroes introduces gun powder into the world of Divinity, allowing characters to wield firearms for the first time in the franchise. A new surface, called Sulfurium, has been introduced as well. Read more about the game from Larian Studios' synopsis below.Play with mysterious hero character Malady for the first time in a Divinity game, as well as an all-new character. Or take control of the famous Godwoken.Select from 30+ different unit types to create the perfect squad and equip them with over 200 skillsDecide which technology to research and what artifacts to obtain to give your troops that extra oomphUnlock devastating source powers for your flying battleship, The Lady Vengeance, that will turn the tide of battleRecruit unique veteran troops but be careful: if you lose them in battle, they are gone for good!Divinity: Fallen Heroes is scheduled to release on "multiple platforms" later this year. If you haven't played it yet, consider picking up Divinity: Original Sin II. In our review, we gave the game a 10/10, and the title went on to be one of our favorites of 2017. It's definitive edition is also one of our best reissued games of 2018.Info from Gamespot.com

Gearbox has spent weeks teasing announcements for PAX East, starting with one that very conspicuously looked like Borderlands and had a "3" attached. Just before the show kicks off, the studio has released a teaser for a Borderlands project. With the Gearbox panel at PAX East fast approaching, soon we'll see what it all means.The PAX East panel takes place March 28, so check below for showtimes. We'll be bringing you news from the panel, but if you want to watch it all unfold live, set your alarm and come right back here at showtime to watch the stream.Gearbox PAX East Panel Start Time11 AM PT2 PM ET6 PM GMT5 AM AET on March 29The series of teases from Gearbox has often explicitly mentioned announcements coming at PAX East. Some have been clear references to Borderlands, while others have been more vague. Still others, like a tweet simply showing a malfunctioning umbrella, are either extremely metaphorical or the marketing team is pulling our collective legs.However, the teaser-trailer does seem to drop the first real clues for what could be Borderlands 3. It shows off several characters who could be new Vault Hunter designs or villains, for one thing. The opening scene of Psychos appearing to worship a gun-wielding character, standing next to an angelic figure holding an upside-down Vault symbol, could suggest a direction for the story. We've known for quite a while that a new Borderlands has been in development, so the time seems right to finally reveal it. We'll know for sure soon enough, so come back and watch it with us Info from Gamespot.com

Developer 4A Games has released a major new update for Metro Exodus, dubbed the Ranger Update. Available to download now for PS4, Xbox One, and PC, this patch is approximately 6GB and both adds new features and makes various tweaks, in addition dealing with bugs. Read on for the highlights and the patch notes, courtesy of the game's official website.The most standout addition is that of New Game Plus. This additional mode, available once the campaign is completed, gives you access to all weapons and attachments unlocked through earlier playthroughs. Further, New Game Plus gives you full customization to tailor the gameplay experience and it comes with new Achievements/Trophies. You'll also get developer commentary through New Game Plus, special tapes hidden throughout the world that provide insight into what the developers were thinking and how they went about creating some of the game's levels.The Ranger Update also comes with a fourth controller sensitivity preset, platform-specific improvements and additions (such as "mouse and keyboard support for Xbox One, improved RTX and DLSS support on PC, DualShock Controller Light support for PS4"), addresses numerous bugs and crashes, and adds full Ukrainian localization.In order to access New Game Plus, you must finish the main campaign at least once; the mode will then become available in the New Game menu. One thing to note: starting a new game, in either Regular or New Game Plus, will clear all saves (quick/auto/chapter select), meaning you'll need to progress through the game again to access those levels. You can view the full additions that come with New Game Plus below. You can also view the full patch notes for PC here or for consoles here.In our Metro Exodus review, we said the game "puts together a charismatic crew of friends and family that you'll want to follow to the ends of the earth."Metro Exodus is available now for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.New Game Plus and Developer CommentaryNew Game Plus adds a whole new dimension to repeat play-throughs of the campaign. Modify the following suite of modes and settings to craft your own personalised gameplay experience:Inventory ModesMy WeaponsAllows you to start with all weapons and attachments found in the last playthroughWeapons are granted after freeing Anna in MoscowStarting weapons will be the last loadout that was set in the previous end game saveAll other weapons and attachments previously unlocked will be available in the Aurora Workbench Armory, first encountered in VolgaPlayer Armor/Wrist upgrades do not carry overOne WeaponReduces weapon slots to one. Any weapon can be used in this slot, but you can only take one with you. Manage this by swapping Weapons in the field, or by using the Aurora Workbench ArmoryCrossbowProvides Player with the Crossbow at the beginning of the game in addition to normal Weapon Progression. Yermak gives the Player the Crossbow after Jammer scene in Moscow.Backpack LimitationsCrafting in the Backpack is disabled, you may only use a WorkbenchOnly Weapon modifications allowed in BackpackAI ModesArmored EnemiesHuman NPC’s are upgraded by one level of Armor across the game if applicableTougher CreaturesCreatures have thicker hide across the gameGrenadiersHuman NPC’s use explosives more oftenEnvironment ModesReal-Time WeatherChange the game’s natural day/night cycle from 2 to 24 real hours for complete immersionBad WeatherFog, Rain, Snow, and Sand storm conditions occur more frequently where applicableRadiation is ForeverAdditional radiation zones will appear across some levels, making the Gas Mask more importantGame ModesIron ModeFully disables the Save System, progress is only saved between levelsDeveloper CommentaryGreen Tape Players throughout the game will be available to play Developer Commentary about the area in which it is foundAdditional New Game Plus ContentAchievements / TrophiesUnique CollectiblesAdditional set of hidden objects in the world, only available in New Game PlusInfo from Gamespot.com

Facing Genichiro marks your first humiliation in From Software's latest punishing action game, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. After rescuing Kuro the Divine Heir from his captivity, you find Genichiro blocking your escape--and he quickly dismantles you for your insolence, quite literally.After acquiring the Shinobi Prosthetic, though, you'll venture out into Ashina on a quest to free Kuro and avenge yourself on Genichiro. You'll get your chance before long, too, as he's just at the top of Ashina Castle, which is not too far from where you start when you awaken after your battle. It's possible to go pretty much straight there, besting a few bosses like the Chained Ogre, Gyoubu the Demon, and the Blazing Bull along the way. While the road is tough, nothing you've faced up to that point is as difficult as taking on Genichiro for the second time.Luckily, we've got you covered. The tips below can help you deal with Genichiro's powerful attacks, and allow you to finally best him and get your revenge.Learn The RhythmGenichiro might be the first fight in Sekiro that really forces you to learn how to play the game. It's not like From Software's Dark Souls or Bloodborne games--the focus here is on trading blows and sword-fighting, and if you're not playing aggressively enough with Genichiro, he's going to beat you again and again. You have to get in close and fight to take him down.That mostly means parrying. Genichiro is a swordsman and will come at you hard with various attacks, but apart from the thrust and sweep attacks, you can block and parry all of them. And you should; deflecting Genichiro's attacks is the surest way to make openings to strike back and to whittle down his Posture. It's an arduous process, but learning the rhythms of his attacks and parrying them will help you avoid damage. It's also a skill you must have to succeed in Sekiro, and this fight works like a training gauntlet for the rest of it, making sure you finally are breaking your other Soulsborne game habits and learning the ropes.Be AggressiveGenichiro has high Vitality, which means his Posture recovers quickly. You won't break his defense until you've dealt him some damage to lower his Vitality bar. Looking for openings where you can slash at Genichiro is key, but you can usually do that by dodging some of his bigger attacks and getting in close during the follow-up. Attacking aggressively and parrying can let you get in for a lot of damage, but be careful of his powerful counterattacks, especially the ones in which he jumps in the air. We often found the best success when dodging his thrust and sweep attacks, then closing the gap while he recovered to hit him before getting out again. Like a lot of enemies, Genichiro can be whittled down pretty effectively if you batter him with attacks, so long as you're quick enough to guard against his.Block And Deflect ArrowsGenichiro likes to add arrows to his repertoire at a few points, and while they come fast, they're an attack like any other--blockable and deflectable. Keep your guard up when you see them coming, because they often herald other attacks from Genichiro that you'll want to dodge, deflect, or take advantage of to do some damage. He also likes to charge up a shot on you whenever you stop to use a healing gourd. The timing on that shot is such that you'll be able to block or dodge it just as you come out of the healing animation, but be careful because it's a big hit that can completely negate your heal.Get Good At Mikiri CounterGenichiro's thrust move is one of his most punishing, but this is a great opportunity to really learn to use that Mikiri Counter--which is one of the best moves in the game, and something you should unlock from the skill tree early. It does a lot of Posture damage and gives you a chance at a big hit when you pull it off, and it'll serve you well throughout the game, in various boss fights.Ride The LightningOnce you've dealt Genichiro a deathblow, you'll break into the second phase of the fight, in which he becomes much more aggressive and starts throwing elemental lightning attacks at you. The lightning can be tough to deal with and comes in two varieties: a straight-on arrow attack that's pretty easy to dodge, and a sweeping sword attack that can be a lot harder to avoid. Both are perilous attacks, which means you can't block them, but there is a way to deal with them that can give you a big boon against Genichiro.The boss's lightning only hurts you if you're touching the ground when it strikes, and if it does, you'll also take the Shock status effect, which can mess you up for a bit. However, if take the lightning hit while in the air, you can use your attack button to send it back at Genichiro, zapping him and giving you a chance to get in a bunch of hits. Returning the lightning is the best way to deal with it, but the timing can be tough--the sword attack in particular is a bit delayed from the Perilous indicator that marks it, and if you jump too early, you'll take the full hit. If it's too much to deal with, try sprinting away and putting distance between you in Genichiro to get clear of the lightning attacks altogether.Watch For The Flying ThrustLightning Genichiro likes to come at you in the air with a powerful Perilous blow, and he'll do it pretty often. The thing is, it's easy to avoid by backing up or dodging backwards. It's a frustrating attack if it hits you, but it's a great opportunity to deal damage in the meantime. He'll always land short if you pull back, so punish Genichiro for using this move and you'll speed along finishing him off in the second phase. You can also land a Mikiri Counter on this move for some major Posture damage.Even More GuidesWe've been killing bosses and writing down what we've discovered the whole way through Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Check out our big guide roundup for help with a bunch of bosses, our tips to help you stop dying so much, and our explanation of how to find and unlock the Bell Demon and Hard Mode.Info from Gamespot.com

It's only a couple weeks until Season 8 of Game of Thrones debuts on HBO. However, the week after the series finale hits, the network will air a documentary about the making of the final season titled The Last Watch.Coming on Sunday, May 26 at 9 PM ET / 11 PM PT--a week after the series finale--The Last Watch will recount the production from the set in Northern Ireland and the studios where the season was shot. It will follow the cast and crew through day-to-day production, dealing with the ins and outs of putting together one of the most anticipated finales in HBO's history. It will be directed by Jeanie Finlay.But before fans get an in-depth look at how it all came together, the final season of Game of Thrones has to air, and it's premiering on Sunday, April 14. Earlier in the month, the first trailer for the series was revealed, and it left fans with a lot of questions and even more theories as to where Season 8 will go. Hopefully, it's a step in the right direction, as the last battle with the White Walkers in Season 7, Episode 6--"Beyond the Wall"--had some serious problems.However, even after someone takes their seat on the Iron Throne, there are still more stories from Westeros to be told. A prequel series, which has been rumored will be called The Long Night, is set to start filming this summer.The Long Night refers to an era that takes place 8,000 years before the events of Game of Thrones, and according to the Stark family's servant Old Nan on Game of Thrones, "There came a night that lasted a generation, and kings shivered and died in their castles even as the swineherds in their hovels. Women smothered their children rather than see them starve, and cried, and felt their tears freeze on their cheeks."Jane Goldman (X-Men: First Class) will serve as showrunner, and it is expected to premiere in 2020 or 2021.Info from Gamespot.com

Yacht Club Games burst onto the indie scene in 2011 with Shovel Knight, a 2D side-scrolling platformer meant to evoke the NES-style sensibilities of yesteryear. Six years and numerous Shovel Knight expansions later, the indie developer has announced its second publishing effort in the form of Cyber Shadow.Cyber Shadow, according to the official announcement, is a 2D side-scrolling platformer that combines "the level design principles of Mario, the skills and action of Ninja Gaiden, the enemy designs of Contra, and the dark visual aesthetic of Batman." Think The Messenger but in the future where everything, including the player character himself, is cybernetic. It looks slick, with fast-paced action necessitating precise platforming and quick reflexes. You'll be able to equip items, find secrets, upgrade your skills, and more, all while listening to a thumping soundtrack produced by Jake Kaufman (Shovel Knight, Crypt of the NecroDancer).You can view the official trailer below.Yacht Club itself is not the game's developer; it's instead working with its one-person team, Aarne "MekaSkull" Hunziker, to help make it happen. Yacht Club will focus specifically on "the marketing, porting, business side, and typical roles of a publisher," the studio stated on its official website.Yacht Club will be at PAX East--which runs from Thursday, March 28 to Sunday, March 31--where the studio will be showing off a build of the game, as well both Shovel Knight: King of Cards and Shovel Knight: Showdown.Cyber Shadow is headed to Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, and Xbox One at an unannounced date. The next expansion to the Shovel Knight series, Shovel Knight: Showdown, is scheduled to hit PS4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, Linux, macOS, and Wii U on April 9.Info from Gamespot.com

Bethesda released a new trailer and release date for Wolfenstein: Youngblood, the standalone sequel to Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus. Better yet, the studio revealed the Deluxe Edition of Youngblood comes with a nice extra.The standard version of Wolfenstein: Youngblood has a retail price of $30 USD, while the Deluxe Edition goes for $40 USD. The Deluxe Edition includes a cyborg-themed skin pack and a Buddy Pass. That extra $10 might be worth it for the Buddy Pass alone, which allows you to give a limited copy of the game to a friend.According to the Youngblood FAQ, you can send a Buddy Pass invite code to as many friends as you want. With the code, someone can play Youngblood with you in co-op for free. You can only play with one friend at a time, though, and you do need to be playing in order for someone else to use your pass.Anyone playing Youngblood via the pass won't be able to earn in-game Xbox One Achievements or PS4 Trophies. If they want to start, they'll have to pay an upgrade fee to purchase the full game. Bethesda has not revealed whether the upgrade fee will be cheaper than just buying the game.The Cyborg Skin Pack includes a custom character skin as well as titanium alloy skins for all weapons, the hatchet, and the knife. The pack also gives you an armor-boosting pep signal. Youngblood includes a few other cosmetic packs as well. The Legacy Pack--which is a set of BJ Blazkowicz-themed outfits and weapons--is available as a pre-order bonus for both editions of the game. The Youngblood FAQ reveals there will be additional cosmetic items, all of which can be earned via in-game currency or bought with microtransactions.Wolfenstein: Youngblood is coming to Xbox One, PS4, PC, and Switch on July 26. Bethesda has confirmed the Switch version of the game will be released the same day as the others. The game has you play as Jess and Soph, the twin daughters of Wolfenstein protagonist BJ Blazkowicz. After their father goes missing in Nazi-occupied Paris, Jess and Soph launch a rescue mission in order to find him and bring him home. The game can be played completely solo with an AI-controlled partner or co-op with another person.Info from Gamespot.com

It's been more than 10 years since the release of Iron Man in 2008, which sparked the beginning of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a collection of movies that's earned a massive fan base over the past decade. Now, the grand finale to the story built up by 21 films is nearly here with the upcoming release of Avengers: Endgame on April 26.If you're already planning your Marvel movie marathon and reading up on Endgame theories, we feel you. The hype is real. To fuel your obsession even more, we rounded up some of the best Avengers and MCU-themed merch out there, both licensed and fan-made. From posters and Funko Pop figures to collectibles, T-shirts, and even Legos, these Marvel-inspired products will keep your favorite heroes close--even after their stories come to a conclusion in Endgame.Avengers: Infinity War Poster, $25SHOP NOWThis gorgeous, officially licensed poster captures the dark, dramatic events of Infinity War and comes with a sleek black frame for easy hanging.Thor Hammer Tool Set, $100SHOP NOWBecause it definitely makes sense to store your tools inside a...much bigger and powerful tool like Thor's hammer. This ThinkGeek exclusive is officially licensed Marvel merch; plus, it doesn't just look badass--it also serves a practical purpose.Welcome to Wakanda Doormat, $25SHOP NOWWe can't all live in a palace in the high-tech African country of Wakanda--but this welcome mat will still look cool outside the door of your own personal kingdom.Marvel Player Select T-Shirt, $22SHOP NOWSuper Smash Bros. meets the MCU...we're here for it.Guardians of the Galaxy 2 Wall Art, $12SHOP NOWThese astral-themed posters will make you think of your favorite Guardians every time you see them. Choose between Star-Lord (RIP), Baby Groot (RIP), and the sole Guardian survivor of Thanos' snap, Rocket. These posters also come with hooks on the back for easy hanging.Iron Man Electronic Helmet, $100SHOP NOWThis full-size Iron Man helmet lights up and makes sounds, but you can also literally wear it to capture the feeling of suiting up as the high-tech hero. The Amazon-exclusive item is perfect for both display and cosplay purposes. With some fan theories suggesting Tony Stark won't live through Endgame, this collectible is the perfect way to honor the armored Avenger.Black Panther: The Ultimate Guide, $17SHOP NOWNot only was Black Panther nominated for Best Picture at the 2019 Oscars; it took home three awards that night and is one of the most commercially successful Marvel movies to date. In fact, we've called it "the best Marvel movie of all time" in our ranking of all the Marvel films. If you loved Black Panther as much as we did, you'll appreciate this comprehensive guide to all things Wakanda, going all the way back to Black Panther's comics debut back in 1966. Aside from gorgeous comic artwork and profiles of T'Challa and all of his friends and allies, this book also plots Black Panther's most important issues, major plotlines, story arcs, and more.Lego Avengers: Infinity War Starship Set, $56SHOP NOWWhether you have kids or are an avid Lego enthusiast yourself, you'll appreciate this Lego set that recreates the showdown between Thanos, Iron Man, Gamora, and Star-Lord. There are multiple other Lego Infinity War sets available on Amazon too.Avengers Rainbow T-Shirt, $22SHOP NOW The original MCU Avengers are among the few heroes left going into Endgame, but this shirt gives a nod to the five original Avengers in the comics--Thor, Iron Man, Ant Man, The Wasp, and The Hulk--with a retro style inspired by their 1960s comic design.Captain Marvel Funko Pop, $12SHOP NOWWe saw her backstory in Captain Marvel, and now the MCU's latest character will be joining the fight against Thanos in Endgame. Practically every Marvel character has gotten their own Funko Pop--browse the collection to find your favorite hero. Spider-Man: Homecoming Funko Pop, $10SHOP NOWWhile we're talking about Funko Pops: This Spider-Man Funko wearing Peter Parker's outfit in Spider-Man: Homecoming is just wonderful. And considering the sequel, Spider-Man: Far From Home, will be the first MCU film to release after Endgame, what better way to honor the spider hero's eventual return after he was turned to dust in Infinity War?Thor: Ragnarok Framed Art, $15 eachSHOP NOWThor and The Hulk went head-to-head in an arena battle in Thor: Ragnarok--and now they can hang side-by-side in your home. These licensed, ThickGeek-exclusive posters are already encased in black frames with metal mounting brackets on the back. Last time we checked, only the Thor poster was still in stock--if you want the Hulk poster, you can have ThinkGeek email you when it's available again.Marvel Studios 101: All Your Questions Answered, $11.55SHOP NOWWith 21 films to date, the MCU has covered a lot of ground and introduced dozens of characters, so it's understandable you might not remember every plot point. This book is a valuable, yet affordable resource for casual Marvel fans who need a refresher on everything that's happened leading up to the events of Infinity War and Endgame. With lots of helpful charts and illustrations, it also makes a great gift for younger fans.Thanos Rising Dice and Card Game, $42.91SHOP NOWIn this fun dice and card game, you and up to three other players will assemble a team of heroes to face off against Thanos himself. Utilizing the different strengths of characters like Black Widow, Doctor Strange, Iron Man, and Bucky Barnes, your goal is defeat Thanos before he collects all the Infinity Stones.Stan Lee - Andy Warhol Edition, $12.36SHOP NOWThe man, the myth, the legend himself--this colorful poster from BlackRavenOath captures Stan Lee is classic Andy Warhol style. The Marvel creator behind countless beloved characters, like Spider-Man, The Hulk, and Iron Man, passed away late last year. One of his final famous cameos will appear in Endgame.Lego Marvel Collection (PS4 or Xbox One), $40SHOP NOWThis collection comes with three games--Lego Marvel Super-Heroes, Lego Marvel Super-Heroes 2, and Lego Marvel's Avengers--plus all DLC at a discounted price of just $40. The Lego games are known for their highly entertaining local co-op, so they make great options if you want to team up with a friend or family member to play as Marvel's most iconic heroes and take down villains.Infinity Gauntlet, $72SHOP NOWIf you've ever looked at the Infinity Gauntlet and thought, "Huh, I'd like that for myself," well, your dreams can finally come true. This wearable electronic fist allows for finger movement and produces lights and movie effect sounds when you press the middle button. You can also lock it to keep in display mode.Shuri Poster, $28.84SHOP NOWThis stunning art from swiffy honors Shuri, the teen genius in Black Panther and T'Challa's sassy sister. The latest Endgame posters revealed Shuri didn't survive Thanos' snap in Infinity War, so we're anxious to see her final fate in Endgame.Avengers Endgame Movie Poster T-Shirt, $23SHOP NOWThis officially licensed Marvel tee is a dark reminder of the chaos left behind at the end of Infinity War--and the dramatic conclusion that awaits us in Endgame.Info from Gamespot.com

The MCU will look like after Avengers: Endgame is still a little mysterious. Marvel has, unsurprisingly, been closely guarding the details of just how the final fight with Thanos is going to shake out, and what the landscape of our favorite live action superheroes will look like when the dust (haha, get it?) settles.But we do have a slate of upcoming films announced with directors attached--among them, The Eternals, directed by Chloe Zhao. As reported by THR, the film is apparently in talks with Academy Award winner Angelina Jolie for the role, though no specific details are available at this time.The Eternals are one of Marvel's more esoteric comic book properties. Created by the legendary Jack Kirby in the mid '70s, they're not a property with much name recognition. Still, over their fourty-plus year publication history, the Eternals have grown into a vibrant and complex corner of the Marvel Universe that weaves real world mythology into high flying pulp action.Specifics of The Eternals' plot and characters have yet to be confirmed by Marvel Studios, but the movie will reportedly center around Ikaris, a near-immortal who used the codename "Sovereign" for his superhero activity and lead a team known as the "New Breed;" and Sersi, a matter-manipulator who has existed among humans for thousands of years. Info from Gamespot.com

Now that March is nearly behind us and April is just around the corner, Niantic has shared the first details for April's Pokemon Go Community Day. The monthly event is scheduled to return on Saturday, April 13, and this time around it'll feature a rare Dragon Pokemon: Bagon.All throughout the Community Day, Bagon will appear in the wild in greater numbers than it normally does, making it much easier to add some to your collection. Considering that Niantic typically introduces the Shiny form of that month's featured Pokemon during each Community Day, you'll also presumably have your first chance to catch a Shiny Bagon during this month's event.Bagon is the base form of the powerful Dragon/Flying Pokemon Salamence, so you'll want to catch as many as you can during April's Community Day. If you manage to evolve any into Salamence up to an hour after the event ends, it will also learn an exclusive move, although Niantic hasn't revealed what that will be just yet.Like March's Community Day, April's event will take place from 3-6 PM local time, rather than the usual schedule it followed. As an added incentive to participate, Niantic is also offering triple the usual amount of XP for capturing Pokemon. You can read more details about the event on the official Pokemon website.That isn't the only event happening in Pokemon Go next month. From April 2-9, Niantic is also holding a Bug Out event. During that period, Bug Pokemon will appear more frequently than normal, and Incenses will last twice as long. You'll also be able to find special limited-time Field Research tasks revolving around Bug Pokemon from Poke Stops.In the meantime, the Gen 4 Legendary Giratina is set to return to Raids beginning March 28. It will initially appear in its standard Altered Forme until April 2, when it'll transform into its Origine Forme. A new Limited Research event is also scheduled for March 30. During that, you'll find special Field Research tasks focusing on Lotad, and you'll even have your first opportunity to catch Shiny versions of Lotad and Castform.Info from Gamespot.com

Revealed at The Game Awards 2018, Journey to the Savage Planet takes a decidedly more strange and self-aware approach to the premise of the lone space adventurer exploring a distant world. Instead of seeking knowledge and charting new areas of the universe for the betterment of humanity, it's your job as an interstellar adventurer to make way for the inevitable push of capitalism by prepping the planet for your employer--a mid-tier corporation that has an endless flow of products to sell.We spent some time with Journey to the Savage Planet during GDC 2019 and spoke with Typhoon Studios co-founder and creative director Alex Hutchinson about the developer's approach to the familiar premise, why he's proud the game features no procedurally generated content, and how players will always be within reach of consumerist tendencies, even in the furthest reaches of space.Playing as an unnamed planetary settler for Kindred Aerospace--the fourth-best interstellar corporation in the universe--you'll explore a distant planet housing strange wildlife and plentiful resources. With the intent on making the planet ready for colonization, you'll quickly find that the creatures of the planet are more than capable of defending their territory from invaders. To make things more complicated, the planet possesses signs of intelligent life, and prominently features some ominous ancient ruins hinting at something hidden deep within the planet. In order to complete your lonely mission, you'll need to collect as much data as you can and uncover the secrets of the ruins, and this is all while enduring constant advertisements for Kindred products.In a similar vein to the adventurous jaunts found in No Man's Sky, the key to accomplishing your goals in Savage Planet is to explore as much as you can, scan everything in sight, and collect resources. But in contrast to the scale and breadth of procedurally generated content found in the former game, Typhoon Studios' self-aware take on the space-adventure is set entirely on one planet, allowing you to get acquainted with all the bizarre sights found within. Your only safe haven on the planet is your makeshift base. If you die, a 3D-printed copy of yourself will respawn here, allowing you to continue your mission.Typhoon Studio worked to present a setting that shows personality and nuance, Hutchinson said, setting Savage Planet apart from other games that rely heavily on tech that creates content on the fly."It's kind of like we're a hipster game, we made all of the content in-game by hand," said Hutchinson while explaining Typhoon's approach to world design. "Personally, I don't think anything made by an algorithm is worth looking at. The meaning of anything creative for me is why you did it and how you did it. If no one did, then I don't really find it that meaningful. It's like you're missing the point by relying on that technology too much. Also, we made a very funny game, and there really aren't a lot of games like that out there. I remember growing up with games like the Super Nintendo and the Amiga 500, and playing these new games you'd see these bright blue skies, and it had an optimistic outlook in them where you would actually like to be in those cool worlds. That was really attractive to me, and it's something that's somewhat absent now."In keeping with those retro roots, Savage Planet has a lot in common with games like Metroid and Castlevania, focusing on the exploration of an interconnected environment. Over the course of your expedition, you'll gradually find some rare materials to upgrade your suit and weaponry. With the planet divided into four distinct biomes, each area requires certain gadgets to traverse. For instance, the grappling hook upgrade can open up new shortcuts and sections of the planet, and is surprisingly useful when trying to evade certain enemies.Just when you think you've gotten used to the strange wildlife, such as non-hostile creatures that howl with an ear-piercing screech if provoked, you'll encounter some of the more dangerous critters. During the demo, we came across a larger beast that could fire out mortar strikes from its back.Personally, I don't think anything made by an algorithm is worth looking at. The meaning of anything creative for me is why you did it and how you did it.One of the more interesting twists on the larger plot is that your character is an extension of the larger corporation that's come to colonize the planet. Though the game doesn't outright refer to you as a colonizer or an invader, it's not hard to see that you're clearly encroaching upon territory that isn't yours, especially when it's your job to disrupt the environment for a company that can just as easily clone you as it tries to sell you on more of its products. With no means of two-way communication, your only link back to civilization is with constant live-action advertisements that mimic late-night '90s infomercials. These ads all praise the corporation's mid-tier achievements while hawking bizarre goods that are mostly useless for your mission--even more so in the grander scheme of trying to find ancient life on the planet."We often joke that you're basically coming to this alien world to ruin it," said Hutchinson. "But everything we've placed in this game has a point. When a game says 'you're on an adventure!' it's usually not for no reason, there is a broader point to be made, a payoff. You have your goal and your core missions to find and accomplish, and you can accomplish those goals at any time in your own way. But also, we're going to bombard you with weird advertisements along the way."What I found most interesting about Journey to the Savage Planet is how it managed to blend satire with the experience of an isolating exploration game, which felt surprisingly more intimate than expected. That feeling of isolation is often punctuated with the obnoxious live-action advertisements, which are the closest connection you have to civilization and a friendly face. Though it's still a ways out from launch, planned for a Q1 2020 release, Typhoon's new game seems to be striking a particular tone that aims to be more thoughtful with the pulpy premise than it initially lets on.Info from Gamespot.com

The diorama-like design of Yoshi's Crafted World falls somewhere between capturing how a child might imagine a world and being a joyful expression of imagination in its own right, with washi tape snails, cardboard cows, and fish made from paper planes set among carefully laid-out stages. Each set of two or three levels introduces a new theme and its own quirks to discover, from the various ways everyday objects are recycled into art to how those crafts might be concealing the collectible you're after. While the best ideas mostly stay in their own levels and don't really build upon themselves or each other, each area is a delight to explore on its own.Crafted World plays largely like other Yoshi games. You gobble up enemies to get eggs, throw the eggs at stuff, and maybe find some friends and secrets along the way, all with unlimited lives and very little to pressure you. The big change in Crafted World is the addition of a dimension--while you still mostly move left or right in 2D, some paths allow you to move forward or backward onto a separate left-right pathway, and you can throw eggs forward and backward, too. Aiming into the foreground or background shifts the depth of field so you can better see what's around you, with the added effect of making the levels seem even more like 3D, handmade dioramas.Because coins, collectibles, and other points of interest are scattered throughout the foreground and background as well as your immediate path, you're encouraged to engage with the environment in every direction throughout a level. Finding a secret can mean spotting a suspiciously empty space and hoping an invisible winged cloud is there like in previous games, but it also means keeping an eye on the horizon for collectibles poking out from behind background decorations or moving Yoshi forward a bit to get a better look through a cardboard building's window. It's hard not to wonder what might be behind a bush or off in the distance, and Yoshi's Crafted World fosters that inherent curiosity with small, endearing details.Each set of levels has its own theme, from the jungle to ninjas to a haunted house. The 16 different themes comprise a wide variety of cute and creative takes on the craft aesthetic; the jungle's frog platforms jump using folded-paper springs, the ninja Shy Guys throw origami shuriken, and the haunted house features a large cardboard puppet Shy Guy that wields a cardboard scythe and chases you through a graveyard. Inanimate crafts are frequently juxtaposed with a moving or puppeted version--childlike bird cutouts in the background with 3D bird enemies in your immediate vicinity, for example--which only enhances the feeling that the levels are imagination brought to life.Some levels have not-crafty additions to round out their themes, many of which provide interesting wrinkles to the standard Yoshi mechanics. One jungle level is an on-rails shooter that tasks you with throwing eggs at animal-shaped targets to score points; one of the ninja levels is set behind a moving shoji screen so that much of your platforming and collecting is done in silhouette, forcing you act quickly when the path to a collectible is revealed. Nearly every area has at least one non-standard level, and the variety helps break up the slower, more deliberate pace of the typical Yoshi levels.Some ideas, like the shoji screen, make sense as one-offs, but most of the areas exist disparately from one another, and the most interesting ideas are never developed beyond their original incarnations. The ninja area (a clear highlight) has rotating doors that turn 180 degrees when you shoot them, revealing platforms you might need to progress or moving Yoshi to the other side of a wall where treasure awaits. They aren't tricky puzzles, but the front-to-back movement of the doors plays off the 3D and visual depth effects especially well, and it's disappointing that they aren't used more and to greater effect as the levels progress.The levels are designed to be replayed, though. After completing certain levels, you'll unlock the "flip side" version, which gives you the simple task of finding three Poochy Pups (as opposed to dozens of collectible items). The flip side gives you a closer look at the construction, from the tape holding things together to a pair of scissors left among the crafts in the background. While totally optional, the flip side has a different layer of detail that is charming in its own way--especially when you realize that the hard-to-reach tower that housed a collectible you're proud of getting is actually a milk carton.The Yoshi games' usual relaxed approach suits this well. Breezy platforming allows you to put all your focus on taking in the scenery and keeping an eye out for hidden collectibles, and by extension, you can replay levels with a purpose--like seeking out an item you missed, which you know is somewhere in the middle--without having to slog through a frustrating or tedious beginning. By the same token, finding collectibles is a matter of being curious rather than completing difficult maneuvers. It's certainly not a cakewalk to find everything, but if you know what you're looking for and you're patient, it's satisfying and never so challenging as to disrupt the atmosphere of the game.Breezy platforming allows you to put all your focus on taking in the scenery and keeping an eye out for hidden collectibles, and by extension, you can replay levels without having to slog through a frustrating or tedious beginning.There are a number of ways to make the game a bit easier or more laid-back. The returning Mellow Mode, which gives Yoshi longer air time and more damage resistance, and two-player co-op are basic options, but I found myself gravitating toward Yoshi's costumes, which you can unlock using the coins you collect normally. The crafted costumes--favorites include a trash bin and a dinosaur skeleton--function as armor, giving you a few extra hits before you start taking damage. In addition to being adorable and fitting the overall vibe nicely, they're a good middle ground for those who still want normal jump distances but the freedom to walk into a few Shy Guys on accident.Yoshi's Crafted World is at its best when it's relaxing and pleasant. The 2D-to-3D level design keeps you curious while the go-at-your-own-pace approach keeps the pressure off and leaves you to appreciate the small, imaginative details. Its most interesting ideas never evolve past their first introductions and are frequently confined to one or two levels, but individually, those levels both reward your curiosity and your willingness to slow down and look at what's around you--and it's those simple pleasures that provide the most joy.Info from Gamespot.com

Sony's first-ever State of Play livestream ran for about 20 minutes, and the Nintendo Direct-style presentation was capped off with a new trailer for Mortal Kombat 11. But more newsworthy was confirmation of three more playable characters, as Sony confirmed several new (well, returning) members of Mortal Kombat 11's roster: Jax, Liu Kang, and Kung Lao.Liu Kang and Kung Lao were seen in previous story reveals, but have been confirmed as playable characters in the base roster. Unfortunately, we didn't get much in terms of what they'll look like in combat though we did get a glimpse of Jackson "Jax" Briggs in action. In the new trailer, Jacqui Briggs is perplexed at the sight of seeing her dad...twice. Shortly afterward you can see a bit of Jax fighting himself in game.Young Jax vs. old Jax in Mortal Kombat 11.The video for NetherRealm Studio's upcoming fighting game revealed some new story elements, like young Johnny Cage of the past rustling the old Johnny Cage of the present. It leaned heavily into the time travel elements that had been teased in previous trailers and announcements and showed off more of its goofy moments. The trailer, titled Old Skool Vs. New Skool, is a perfect showcase of what series creator Ed Boon has been talking about in terms of characters fighting against or teaming up with their past selves in an all-out wacky plotline. It's also fitting that the trailer featured music from both rappers Ice Cube and Vince Staples. You can check it out in the video above.We've been covering the lead up to Mortal Kombat 11's April 23 release date; be sure to read up on why you should be excited for the single-player campaign and all brutalities and fatalities we could compile so far. Recently, NetherRealm also revealed Noob Saibot in the latest Kombat Kast livestream, and it's been announced that Shang Tsung will be the first DLC character. Info from Gamespot.com

Apple is expanding its presence in the games industry. At an event where it also announced Apple TV Plus, the company unveiled a new game subscription service called Apple Arcade, which sounds almost like Apple's take on Xbox Game Pass. It's one of a variety of subscription-based services Apple will offer consumers, with others including Apple News Plus and the aforementioned TV Plus. With free-to-play games largely dominating the mobile games space, with a few notable exceptions such as Minecraft, Arcade effectively serves as a way to highlight and distribute premium games in a new way.Below we've gathered everything we know about Apple Arcade, including its release date window, what games are confirmed for the service, and more. Be sure to check back often as we update this feature with even more new details regarding Apple Arcade.Table of Contents [hide]What Is Apple Arcade?When Does Apple Arcade's Release And How Much Will It Cost?Which Devices Does Apple Arcade Support?What Games Are On Apple Arcade?Does It Offer Offline Play?What Is Apple Arcade?Apple Arcade is the tech giant's gaming subscription service designed for mobile, desktop, and the living room. It takes the form of a monthly subscription that provides unlimited access to a curated selection of paid games on the App Store. It's not totally unlike Xbox Game Pass, although Arcade games will offer full access to all updates and DLC. When Does Apple Arcade's Release And How Much Will It Cost?Apple has not yet revealed the pricing on the service, but it promises more details will come in the months ahead. Currently, we know that Apple Arcade will be available in 150 countries sometime this fall.Which Devices Does Apple Arcade Support?It will support games across iOS devices (both iPhones and iPads), MacOS, and Apple TV, and you'll be able to transfer your progress between different platforms. Essentially, you can move from playing something on your phone to your TV or laptop, for instance.What Games Are On Apple Arcade?Currently, development partners Sega, Konami, Disney, Sumo Digital, Cartoon Network, and more are all signed on to contribute games to the service. There's confirmed to be more than 100 exclusive games at launch with more promised to be added. Below you can find a list of all the games confirmed on the service so far, but if you want details about what each game is, be sure to check out our comprehensive games roundup feature (coming soon).ATONE: Heart of the Elder TreeBeyond a Steel SkyDoomsday VaultDown in BermudaEnter The ConstructFrogger in Toy TownHitchHikerHot LavaKings of the CastleLEGO BrawlsLega Arthouse, CardpocalypseLifelikeMonomalsMr. TurtleNo Way HomeOceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost RealmOverlandProjection: First LightRepairSayonara Wild HeartsSneaky SasquatchSonic RacingSpidersaursThe Bradwell ConspiracyThe PathlessUFA on Tape: First ContactWhere Cards FallWinding WorldsYagaDoes It Offer Offline Play?Apple Arcade isn't a cloud-based streaming service, which means you can download and play games offline. This stands in direct contrast to Google's cloud-based Stadia game streaming platform, which the company said can't run offline. Info from Gamespot.com