Next-gen consoles are almost here so the embargoes are lifting. On this episode of GameSpot After Dark, Jake, Lucy, and Tamoor talk about their experiences so far with the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X. And Kurt was there too.Actually, Kurt brings a refreshing perspective to proceedings as someone who is excited for the new consoles but has had limited exposure to them. What he has had a lot of exposure to, however, is Minecraft, an interesting indie game that not many people at all have heard of but is cool enough to potentially be a success. We'll see.Kurt is also able to ask Jake, Lucy, and Tamoor what they think of the two new consoles, as well as Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and Spider-Man: Miles Morales--all games that the trio have been enjoying over the last few weeks.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

N7 Day--the annual celebration of all things Mass Effect--is finally upon us, taking place on Saturday, November 7. And it seems developer BioWare is teasing some sort of news related to the critically acclaimed and massively popular sci-fi action-RPG franchise for tomorrow.Apparently, Mass Effect fans should watch the BioWare blog on November 7 around 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET. BioWare hasn't publicly said anything as of yet, but the studio has been talking about N7 Day all over social media, teasing merchandise and table-top RPG livestreams.It's unclear if the rumored Mass Effect Trilogy will be revealed tomorrow. With N7 Day celebrating all things Mass Effect, though, it's safe to assume it may at least be mentioned, especially since the original cast has plans to host a special panel during Saturday's festivities. In either case, the rumored bundle--which includes enhanced versions of all Mass Effect games except for Mass Effect: Andromeda--is allegedly coming sometime next year.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

With the PlayStation 5 just a few days away from launch, now is a good time to just take stock of your PlayStation Network account and be sure you know what is coming with you when you make the console transition. The good news is that you lose nothing when moving over your account, with Sony offering easy ways to do so, too.Just sign inPretty much all your need to do on the PlayStation 5 to bring over your PSN account is log in. You can do this by entering your PSN username and password (and entering any two-factor authentication codes you should be using), or you can make use of Sony's recently revamped PlayStation app. Just download the app onto a smartphone or tablet, log in using your credentials and hit "Sign in on PS5". Your PS5 will provide you with a QR code that you can scan with the app to log you in instantly.Don't create a new account for a new nameThis might be obvious, but you don't need to create a new PSN account to change your Online ID. Doing so will lock you out of content stored on your existing PSN account, such as games and content purchases. Instead, you can edit your Online ID just like you can on PS4. Your first change will be free, but Sony will charge you for any changes thereafter.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

In a memo to investors, Codemasters confirmed that it's considering a potential sale to Take-Two Interactive, owner of Rockstar Games and 2K Games. Take-Two issued an acquisition proposal to Codemasters that values Codemasters at $973.48 million, a larger number than Codemasters' market cap value of $873.12 million.The proposal isn't final--details can be amended--and is contingent upon completion of due diligence. If Take-Two goes through with a firm offer, Codemasters' Board has indicated it will unanimously recommend shareholders to accept the deal.Take-Two also confirmed Codemasters announcement and issued a statement of its own. In it, Take-Two affirms the information laid out in Codemasters' initial memo.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

In a year packed with more movie delays and cancellations than anyone could reasonably keep track of, it's completely reasonable to have lost some awareness of what has been going on with films slated for release in December. Unfortunately, Disney has announced that two such movies it had teed up for release right around the corner--Free Guy (scheduled for December 11) and Death on the Nile (was expected to release on December 18)--have drifted back into the abyss of release dates unknown, according to Variety.Free Guy, a comedy starring Ryan Reynolds as an NPC in a video game that's a blend of Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto, was originally due out in July--and given its lead and co-stars of Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok) and Jodie Comer (Killing Eve), it is unlikely the movie will never see the light of day. The same also holds true of Death on the Nile, an Agatha Christie adaptation from director Kenneth Branagh (Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit) with a huge built-in audience. So, as seems to be the standing order with so much currently, we'll just have to wait and see what happens.With only a few weeks left in 2020, Disney's last--barring any other delays--expected release this year will be Pixar's Soul, which is coming straight to Disney+ on Christmas Day. It was originally intended for a Thanksgiving release.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

New Releases usually highlights five big games in every episode, but that would be a real disservice this time, considering the imminent launches of the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. You can also read our Xbox Series X review now, as well as our PS5 review. The next generation of consoles kicks off with heavy hitters like Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Dirt 5, Bugsnax, Demon's Souls, Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Godfall. Just after the launches comes Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. And since we can't leave Nintendo out, this episode also takes a look at Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Here are the top video game releases on all the major platforms this month.Assassin's Creed Valhalla -- November 10 (PS4, Xbox One, Series X/S, PC, Stadia) / November 12 (PS5)Available on: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Series X/S, PC, StadiaThe next entry in the Assassin's Creed saga is set in the Viking era. As tribe leader Eivor, you'll lead your people in raids across the isle of Great Britain. You'll pillage villages, build your own encampment, and even dip back into social stealth. Expect more info on the mysterious Hidden Ones too.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Ubisoft plans to replace an in-game Watch Dogs: Legion podcast host who has made transphobic comments in the past, Kotaku reports.Helen Lewis, a London-based journalist who serves as a staff writer for The Atlantic, hosts two episodes of Watch Dogs: Legion's BuccanEar podcast. However, Ubisoft confirmed that both episodes will be replaced in an upcoming update. The studio said that Lewis' comments don't reflect those of either Legion or Ubisoft itself."We were made aware of controversial remarks from a journalist whose voice-over performance appears in two in-game podcasts in Watch Dogs: Legion," a Ubisoft spokesperson told Kotaku. "Neither Ubisoft nor the game reflect this journalist's viewpoints."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Ahead of the Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Spider-Man: Remastered launches, Insomniac has been dropping teasers left and right. In the latest reveal, Insomniac took to Twitter to show off the two final all-new suits in Spider-Man: Remastered.Your first glimpse of the Arachnid Rider and Armored Advanced Suits, two all-new looks for Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered. Details on this enhanced version of the PS4 classic: https://t.co/iGY2mLTmfl pic.twitter.com/nEgzNY5AeT — Insomniac Games (@insomniacgames) November 6, 2020The Arachnid Rider design and name appears to pay homage to popular Japanese superheroes with insect motifs, like the main characters from the long-running Kamen Rider franchise. The Armored Advanced Suit gives a futuristic upgrade to the game's original Advanced Suit, and features a lot more white and a lot less blue.Prior to announcing the Arachnid Rider and Armored Advanced Suits, Insomniac also told players that it would include a new suit from The Amazing Spider-Man in Spider-Man: Remastered. Compared to the unique Arachnid Rider and Armored Advanced versions, The Amazing Spider-Man Suit holds a more classic design.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

We're less than a week away from the release of the PlayStation 5 in many regions, which might mean you're less than a week away from retiring your PS4. But before you go selling your system or putting it into storage, there are some steps you should take to ensure you're ready to go on PS5's launch day.While you'll probably be fine even if you've mothballed your current-gen console already, you can help to speed up your setup process on launch day so that you waste no time in seeing what the PS5 has to offer. Read on to see what you should do in the coming days to get yourself ready and kill some time before the new console arrives. Also, be sure to check out our PS5 review for all the details on what to expect.Move Your PS4 Games To External StorageBackwards compatibility may not be quite as flashy on PS5 when compared to Xbox Series X/Series S, but it still works well, allowing you to play your PS4 games, potentially with various enhancements. Those can come in the form of higher resolutions and improved frame rates, along with faster load times--and that's before looking at games that are being specifically updated to take advantage of the PS5 hardware.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

We're just days away from Destiny 2's next chapter, Beyond Light, which launches on November 10. Until then, you've got a few days to jump into the Trials of Osiris, Destiny's toughest multiplayer challenge, to get some unique and powerful rewards--specifically if you can manage a Flawless run.Each week, the map that Trails matches are played on changes, as do the gear rewards you can earn for notching wins in the tournament. Here's a rundown of where you'll play this week's Trials matches and what you can get:Trials of Osiris Map And Rewards (Nov. 6-10)Map: Endless Vale3 wins -- Hunter, Warlock, or Titan Class Item: Cloak, Mark, or Bond of the Exile5 wins -- The Summoner, Solar auto rifle7 wins -- Hunter, Titan, or Warlock gauntlets: Grips, Gloves, or Gauntlets of the ExileFlawless run -- Hunter, Titan, or Warlock chest armor: Vest, Robe, or Plate of the ExileIf you're unfamiliar with the Trials of Osiris, it puts you into some of the Crucible's most challenging battles. The goal is to try to win seven battles against other players without losing any, earning what's known as a "Flawless" run. That gets you a trip to the Lighthouse, a special Trials social space, where you earn special rewards and recognition.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The launch of the next generation of Xbox consoles is nearly upon us. Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S both release on November 10, which is just a few days away. While you might already have your plans made for which games and accessories you'll be picking up alongside the new hardware, those transitioning to a Series X or S from an Xbox One have some other things they should prepare for in the meantime.Below, we've highlighted the key things you should consider doing before you get your hands on the new console. It'll ensure you come prepared to jump into the next-gen experience and--if nothing else--it'll help pass the time and make the wait for Tuesday feel a little shorter. Be sure to also give our Xbox Series X review a read to see what awaits.Move Your Games To External StoragePerhaps the most obvious and straightforward thing to do is to get your existing games ready. Microsoft has placed a great deal of emphasis on backwards compatibility, and you can expect quicker load times for virtually everything, along with performance and frame rate improvements and Auto HDR functionality for games on a case-by-case basis. There are a number of new games coming out during launch week, but you may want to also check out how much better your existing games are or simply continue playing something you've already been enjoying on Xbox One.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

It's been two and a half years since we've seen a new episode of FX's Atlanta, with Season 2 coming to an end in May 2018. However, series creator and star Donald Glover has a little bit of news about the upcoming Season 3 and 4.Over on Twitter, Glover announced announced that the upcoming seasons will be great. How great? Well, here's what Glover said.while im here: 'atlanta' s3+s4 are going to be some of the best television ever made. sopranos only ones who can touch us. — donald (@donaldglover) November 6, 2020While that may seem like an outlandish statement, Atlanta's Season 2 episode "Teddy Perkins" is easily the best single episode of any TV series from that year, so hitting the "Sopranos mark" doesn't seem like a far-fetched idea by any means. GameSpot named that episode the #1 Best TV Episode of 2018 and the series as a whole one of the Best TV Shows of 2018.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

In another timeline, we'd all be watching The Eternals, the second of Marvel's anticipated 2020 releases that was scheduled to premiere on November 6, right now. Instead, we're facing our first year without an MCU movie since 2009 with both Eternals and Black Widow bumped up to new release dates in 2021.Still, while releases and premieres are facing some major setbacks, production and behind-the-scenes work is still clipping right along--with the proper precautions in place, of course. One movie that is currently rolling is the highly anticipated Spider-Man 3, which is reportedly set to return Jamie Foxx to his role as Electro, blurring even more lines between the MCU shared universe and the other live-action Marvel hero franchises after JK Simmons made a surprise appearance as J. Jonah Jameson back in Spider-Man: Far From Home.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Though COVID-19 means Christmas 2020 certainly won't look the same as previous years--big gatherings are still discouraged, and cross-country travel feels iffy--many families will still be putting up a Christmas tree, which means pulling out and hanging all the ornaments of years past. If your family likes to add new ornaments to the collection every year, you might be wondering what Christmas tree ornament to get for the gamer in your life. Though there aren't a ton of great gaming-related ornaments out there, we've done the work for you in rounding up the best Christmas tree ornaments to gift in 2020, several of which are new from Hallmark this year.Check out some of our picks for the best gaming (and gaming-adjacent) Christmas ornaments below, and for more gift ideas, see our 2020 holiday gift guide, including the best Nintendo gifts, PlayStation gifts, Xbox gifts, and PC gaming gifts. We've also rounded up the best stocking stuffer ideas for 2020, Funko Pop gifts, tech under $50, and more, so you're sure to find something for everyone on your list who's into gaming, tech, or pop culture. The Legend of Zelda Game Christmas Cartridge This 2020 ornament from Hallmark is one of our favorites, and it's proving popular with others as well, as it's been going in and out of stock on Amazon. It features the shiny gold Legend of Zelda NES cartridge, making it the perfect gift for old-school Nintendo and Zelda fans. See at Amazon NES Controller Christmas Ornament Hallmark's 2020 ornament line includes another nod to the NES, which celebrated its 35th anniversary this year, with this ornament that resembles the system's original controller. See at Amazon Mini 8-Bit Mario and Luigi Christmas Ornaments Alongside the NES, the Super Mario franchise also celebrated its 35th anniversary in 2020, so it's fitting to see these two 8-bit Mario and Luigi ornaments release just in time for the holidays. Available for $9 each, these tiny ornaments showcase the iconic sibling duo in their classic pixel-art styling. See 8-bit Mario at Amazon See 8-bit Luigi at Amazon Fortniate Battle Bus Christmas Ornament Fortnite is still one of the biggest games in the world, especially among young gamers, and this impressively detailed ornament features one of the game's most recognizable elements: the Battle Bus. See at Amazon Fortnite Llama Christmas Ornament Fortnite's colorful Loot Llama makes a great Christmas ornament and keepsake for fans of the battle royale game. Geek Store has several other Fortnite ornaments available as well, and the store has a two for $20 offer to help you save on multiple. See at Geek Store Minecraft: The Nether Christmas Ornament If you're shopping for a Minecraft fan this holiday season, this new ornament from Hallmark makes a cool and unique gift. It shows a slice of the game's menacing alternate dimension, the Nether, including one of its creatures, a floating Ghast. See at Amazon Minecraft Zombie Christmas Ornament We're not through with Minecraft just yet. This resin Christmas ornament features one of the Overworld's iconic pixelated foes, the Zombie. See at Amazon Joust Arcade Game Christmas Ornament This retro ornament pays homage to the 1982 co-op arcade game Joust. Not only does this ornament feature a remarkable level of detailed design; it also lights up and plays classic sounds from the game. See at Amazon Mario Kart Yoshi Christmas Ornament The last time we saw a new game starring the Super Mario franchise's beloved dinosaur Yoshi was in 2019 with the release of Yoshi's Crafted World--but that doesn't mean he doesn't deserve a spot on your tree. This 2020 ornament features Yoshi as he appeared in the 2001 Game Boy Advance game Mario Kart: Super Circuit. See at Amazon Baby Yoda (The Mandalorian) Christmas Ornament There are a lot of Baby Yoda ornaments out there this holiday season, but this is the cutest one--and as a result, it keeps selling out. Assuming you can nab it in stock at Amazon or elsewhere, this keepsake ornament featuring The Mandalorian's best baby would add a hefty dose of cuteness to any Christmas tree. See at Amazon Super Mario Bowser Christmas Ornament Mario's ultimate foe and the king of the Koopas, Bowser, looks particularly ferocious in this Christmas ornament from Hallmark. See at Amazon Marvel's Spider-Man Christmas Ornament Spider-Man: Miles Morales, the next game in PlayStation's web-slinging hero series, releases this holiday season, and though there aren't any ornaments for Miles just yet, Spidey fans will still appreciate this ornament featuring Peter Parker's Spider-Man. This neat Christmas ornament has the hero posing from an upside-down position as he hangs from his web, waving hello. See at Amazon Pikachu Christmas Ornament Eight full generations of Pokemon have been released in the nearly 25 years since the series' Japanese debut, but there's no question Pikachu is still one of the most recognizable and popular characters from the franchise. This ornament shows Pikachu looking particularly fierce, as though he's dashing to perform Thunderbolt on an opponent during battle. See at Amazon Eevee Sledding Christmas Ornament Over on the official Pokemon Center website, you can buy this newly released and absolutely adorable Eevee Christmas ornament, which shows the Normal-type Pokemon gleefully riding a sleigh. See at Pokemon Center Star Wars: The Force Awakens BB-8 Christmas Ornament There's no shortage of Star Wars ornaments out there, but this new BB-8 ornament has to be one of the cutest. This highly detailed model shows BB-8 giving you a little thumbs-up, and it even plays some of the droid's memorable sounds from Star Wars: The Force Awakens. See at Amazon Destiny "The Stranger" Christmas Ornament Destiny 2's next major expansion, Beyond Light, releases November 10, and according to developer Bungie, it marks the beginning of a new era for the first-person shooter franchise. For Destiny fans, this Christmas ornament featuring the Exo Stranger would make a great addition to the tree. Geek Store also has a nice promotion on bauble ornaments--they're $5 if you buy anything else on site. See at Geek Store Doom Slayer Christmas Ornament Doom Eternal released earlier this year, and you can treat fans of the action-heavy shooter franchise to this little ornament designed to look like the Doom Slayer's head. He can take a break from mowing down the forces of hell to sit on your Christmas tree and look cute (but still deadly). See at Geek Store Street Fighter Ryu Christmas Ornament It's hard not to laugh looking at this spherical representation of Ryu from Street Fighter, and you're sure to get a smile out of any fighting game fans when they unwrap this ornament. See at Geek Store Gamer Santa Christmas Ornament We're a bit obsessed with this Gamer Santa ornament we found on Amazon. It's something about the inscrutable look on his face (is it joy? fear? shock?), the ambiguous controller, his wholly uncomfortable sitting position... we can't put our finger on it, but we love Gamer Santa all the same. And if you're not sure what kind of games your giftee is into--whether they play Destiny, Minecraft, Fortnite, or something else--they're sure to love Gamer Santa too. See at Amazon Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

After a year away, 100 Thieves is returning to the Call of Duty League and competing under the moniker Los Angeles Thieves. 100 Thieves purchased their re-entry by acquiring Immortals Gaming Club's OpTic Gaming LA slot.We’re coming home. @LAThieves @CODLeague https://t.co/Fx7aVCbc6A — 100 Thieves (@100Thieves) November 6, 2020100 Thieves is a gaming organization/lifestyle brand with multiple esports teams under its management. It is founded by a well-known and decorated Call of Duty player, Matthew "Nadeshot" Haag. The organization has also achieved impressive results in the CoD World League, including placing second place in 2019. To the surprise of many, 100 Thieves left the CoD esports circuit in 2019 when the new Call of Duty League launched. Haag cited the prohibitive cost of entry as the exit's reason. Activision priced CoD league spots at $25 million, so any organization needs that at a minimum in order to compete. It is undisclosed how much 100 Thieves shelled out for a CoD franchise.Haag explains 100 Thieves' change of heart by stating, "We won two Call of Duty championships in 2019 so our year away reminded us how amazing Call of Duty fans are, and how much we missed them. Our fans deserve the best Call of Duty team in the world - and we’re gonna do everything in our power to give it to them."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com