Nintendo is working on a “new kind of Mario” for NX 2017

"We're always challenging ourselves to create something new, so hopefully you'll see a new kind of Mario in about a year or two” Miyamoto said. He added that we may see more of the game, which is presumably for NX, at E3 2017. Miyamoto also mentioned some of the challenges that accompany iterating upon the established Mario formula. “It's kind of difficult with Mario because some of the more important conventions of Mario are based on the approachability...

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Gears of War 4 release date, news and more

EVERYTHING WE KNOW ABOUT GEARS OF WAR 4 Gears of War 4 is arguably one of Microsoft's biggest exclusive titles in 2016 for Xbox One and Windows 10. Developed by The Coalition, the new first-party studio has plenty to prove if it hopes to leave a lasting mark on the Gears legacy. The anticipated sequel features a whole new cast characters and some old favourites as they find themselves pitted against a dark and dangerous threat on the world of...

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E3 2016 just deemed VR the future of gaming

"Virtual reality is the future of gaming." Surely, you've heard this statement before from some game or hardware company's press conference or seen it on an ad. But, with E3 2016's major reveals out of the way, I have to break it to you: It is the truth. And, before you get up in arms over whether I've drank a big fat gulp of the Kool-Aid, I'm not speaking in hyperbole and this isn't simply "IMO", like the cool kids say. I'm just looking at...

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Xbox One S vs Xbox One

XBOX ONE S STARTS AT £249/$299 FOR 500GB, 1TB AND 2TB VERSIONS ALSO COMING There are three different capacities. Prices start at $299 for the 500GB version, moving up to $349 for the 1TB and $399 for a massive 2TB. We have no news on pricing outside the US yet, but we'll add that info as soon as we have it. We now have UK and European pricing, too. The 2TB launch edition Xbox One S will cost £349/399 Euros, while the 1TB will be £299/349 Euros...

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Acer Predator XB271HU review

WHAT IS THE ACER PREDATOR XB271HU? The Acer Predator XB271HU is one of a new breed of gaming monitors that not only features the high refresh rate you expect of a gaming display but has the great image quality you'd associate with an IPS panel too. What’s more, it includes Nvidia’s G-Sync technology for eliminating image tear and stutter, sports a high-end design and a fully adjustable stand as well. Along with the Asus ROG Swift PG279Q, on...

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Titanfall 2 release date leaked

The leak comes as EA appears to have accidentally broadcast its pre-E3 press conference rehearsal on YouTube. Titanfall 2 will launch on October 28 on Xbox One, PS4 and PC. Related: Batman - The Telltale Series latest news During the rehearsal EA also revealed the game will have a single player campaign, something fans were clamoring for in the first game. The campaign trailer includes alien dinosaurs as a race in the game which can...

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