The best booths at E3 2019

Every year, publishers and developers gather in Los Angeles to hold one of the biggest video game conventions in the world: E3. Fans have plenty of announcements and previews to look forward to, booths are also a big part of all the excitement. From Nintendo to Capcom, here are the best booths at E3 2019.

Guides         June 24, 2019

Just another Star Wars game? Jedi: Fallen Order struggles to stand out

During the EA Play E3 2019 livestream, we were shown gameplay footage of Respawn Entertainment's Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. We were shown combat, traversal, and BD-1's role as a companion to Cal Kestis. It looks stunning and fun, though what we know about the story leaves something to be desired.

Features         June 11, 2019

Ubisoft says its games ignore politics. So why are they so political?

Prior to E3 2019, Ubisoft put up an interview with VP of EditorialTommy Francois that reiterated that it doesn't make political statements in games. At its press conference, however, previews of Watch Dogs Legion and Ghost Recon Blackpoint that suggest otherwise.

News         June 11, 2019

Fallout 76 to add NPCs and a battle royale mode called Nuclear Wasteland

At the Bethesda E3 2019 showcase, Todd Howard admitted to the rough launch of Fallout 76. In an effort to get players back into the game, the publisher is releasing a free update called Wastelanders that will add NPCs, dialogue trees, and a new questline. A battle royale mode is also coming to the game.

News         June 9, 2019

Google will announce Stadia pricing, games, and launch details this week

Google revealed in a tweet that details about Stadia's pricing, games, and launch will be shared on Thursday, June 6 at 9 a.m. PT. This is an interesting turn of events, seeing as the company reportedly decided to announce this information during a new livesteam, Stadia Connect, ahead of E3 2019.

News         June 6, 2019

Nintendo’s E3 2019 booth lineup does not include Animal Crossing

In a release addressed to fans, Nintendo included a list of games that will be available on the showroom floor at E3 2019. Titles included Pokémon Sword and Shield, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Link’s Awakening, and Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order. One game not mentioned, however, is Animal Crossing.

News         June 6, 2019

A new bill could outlaw loot boxes in video games. Here’s what it says

Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri is making noise with his newly proposed bill that aims to tackle pay-to-win micro-transactions and loot boxes in video games played by kids. If the bill is passed, it could mean big changes to the popular games today.

Guides         May 25, 2019

Here’s the low down on how ‘Pokémon Go’ trainer battles and PVP work

During our preview of Trainer Battles and PVP, Niantic revealed a slew of new features that included leagues, 3 vs. 3 combat, and the ability for players to challenge nearby opponents, long-distance friends, and train with Team Leaders. Here's how PVP and Trainer Battles work in Pokémon Go.

News         May 12, 2019

Nero shows off his sweet new demon-killing arm in ‘Devil May Cry 5’ trailer

Capcom reveals the release date and an intense new trailer for Devil May Cry 5 during the Xbox Live show at Gamescom 2018. In the trailer, we get to see Nero in action with a pair of new weapons called the Devil Breakers. Dante also makes a brief appearance, showing off a few of his own new tricks.

News         May 12, 2019

Crunch at Bioware contributed to issues with Anthem and Mass Effect: Andromeda

A new report surfaced detailing issues with crunch culture at BioWare during the development of Anthem. Anthem's launch left many feeling as though the game didn't have enough time in the oven and anonymous sources have confirmed that unclear direction, technical issues, and crunch time largely contributed.

News         April 2, 2019

Nintendo Labo VR Headset Hands-on Review

During our hands-on with the Nintendo Labo VR Kit, fears of a gimmicky product from Nintendo were quickly dispelled. Labo VR brings a clever, new way to experience VR that makes for the perfect addition to the Nintendo Switch.

Reviews         March 22, 2019

So many games, so little time: How Fortnite, Apex Legends monopolize our lives

Riding on the coattails of World of Warcraft and Grand Theft Auto V is an incredible number of games that have adopted the live service model. Fornite and Apex Legends dominate our attention as my backlog of games suffer, and it appears the gaming industry is struggling to keep up as well.

Features         March 20, 2019

The ‘Apex Legends’ Battle Pass and seasonal rewards arrive in March

In an FAQ on the EA website, it was revealed that Apex Legends players can expect seasonal rewards and a Battle Pass to arrive in March. Similar to Fortnite's own seasonal content, players will be able to earn exclusive skins, Apex Packs, and more by advancing through 100 levels of rewards.

News         March 20, 2019

HP’s Omen Mindframe headset keeps your ears chill, but might leave you lukewarm

The Omen Mindframe headset uses HP's new FrostCap technology to keep ears cool during long gaming sections. While it has incredible sound and does an incredible job keeping ears cool, it forgets some of the bare essentials of a quality gaming headset.

Reviews         March 18, 2019

Fortnite wants all your time, and will stop at nothing to have it

When Fortnite arrived in Early Access with Save The World, it was a very quiet entrance. Shortly after, Epic Games launches its Battle Royale mode, and suddenly Fortnite is a cultural phenomenon. Even with its issues, Fortnite is one of the most content prolific online games and it's changing the meta.

News         March 13, 2019

These shoes let me stroll through ‘Skyrim,’ and I desperately want to go back

After being funded in just two hours on Kickstarter back in October 2018, Cybershoes has earned itself a place among some of the coolest VR walking and running tech at CES 2019. Compact, easy to use, and incredibly fun, they stand out among the competition, but will they become a staple?

Features         February 22, 2019

Logitech’s newest headsets sound as good as they look, but they’re not perfect

Logitech's newest gaming headsets, the G935 and G432, bring style and impressive sound to the table. With leatherette earpads, positional 3D sound, and 50 mm drivers, Logitech has become a considerable adversary amongst the competition. But as great as the new headsets are, they aren't without flaws.

Reviews         February 5, 2019

3drudder’s PSVR controller is virtual freedom in your seat using your feet

3drudder’s foot powered controller brings a new way to move in virtual reality for PSVR. While some might argue that the seated experience breaks immersion, it tackles some of the mediums most common issues and provides a sizeable new option to the platform.

Reviews         January 9, 2019

Oculus’ Quest is the headset that will make me (and you) a VR believer

After my demo with the Oculus Quest, I realized why it's taken me so long to buy into VR. Without excessive wires or complicated setup, and a price point that makes sense for tech that just isn't there yet, Oculus' upcoming standalone headset could be the one to make VR hit the mainstream.

News         January 8, 2019

Meet the voice actors of ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’

There's a lot to love about Marvel's Spider-Man for PS4 but if there's one thing that truly makes the game it's the voice actors and their authentic portrayals of the characters. Here are some of the voices and faces that put the "Oomph!" behind your favorite Spidey comic book characters.

News         December 23, 2018

‘Fallout 76’ may have online multiplayer but it’s still a desolate wasteland

A quick Google search of, "Is Fallout 76 an MMO?", will reveal varying opinions on the subject. Even though Bethesda has stated that Fallout 76 isn't an MMO, players and game critics can't seem to agree, often citing its online multiplayer capabilities as a reason. We're here to settle that argument.

News         November 15, 2018

‘Diablo Immortal’ is just the beginning. Mobile games are the future

Diablo fans were furious after the announcement of Diablo Immortal, citing that mobile games are terrible, and could spell death for Diablo IV. In truth, mobile games are the future. From Apple and Samsung to Bethesda and Blizzard, we’re seeing a new incentive for games that fit on your phone.

News         November 10, 2018

Blizzard Co-Founder Allen Adham says ‘we have not forgotten’ core Diablo fans

Blizzard fans are skeptical of 'Diablo Immortal,' but company co-founder Allen Adham is confident that players will like it once they play it. He told Digital Trends that multiple Diablo projects are still underway, and hinted at end-game content in 'Diablo Immortal.'

Features         November 9, 2018

‘Fortnite’ Fall Skirmish: Everything you need to know

The Fortnite Fall Skirmish has begun and it's already proving to be an intense series with $10,000,000 in prizes. In order to stay informed on all the latest news, here's everything you need to know including each week's events, current standings, and the best places to watch.

Guides         November 9, 2018

‘Fortnite’ Halloween event could bring back the Skull Trooper skin

New Fortnite Halloween event leaks surfaced revealing that the Skull Trooper skin among other new spooky cosmetics could be making an appearance soon in the coming patch updates from Epic Games. These come shortly after the scarecrow skins from earlier this week hinting at a big Fortnite Halloween event.

News         November 9, 2018

20 awesome cosplays we saw at BlizzCon 2018

It’s a tradition for fans to show up to BlizzCon dressed as their favorite Blizzard characters. This year Digital Trends was on the floor and captured fans posed in their best suits of armor and cosplay gear. From Overwatch heroes and WoW characters, take a look at the best cosplay at BlizzCon 2018.

Guides         November 7, 2018

Overwatch nearly scrapped Ashe, and hasn’t ruled out retiring characters

Ashe, the latest hero in 'Overwatch,' is the first with an ultimate ability that spawns a whole different character -- B.O.B. Conquering the technical challenge of adding B.O.B. nearly forced Blizzard to scrap the character, but the team just barely made it work.

Features         November 4, 2018

‘The Bard’s Tale 4: Barrows Deep’ is available now on Steam

From the same developers behind Torment: Tides of Numenera and Wasteland 2, comes a sequel to the classic RPG/dungeon crawler series, The Bard's Tale. With true tactical, phase-based combat, and tough-as-nails dungeon crawling, fans of this niche genre can get the title for PC on Steam now.

News         September 18, 2018

Nintendo announces new Animal Crossing, Final Fantasy ports, and more

It looks like 2019 is going to be a smash hit for the Nintendo Switch! Major announcements were made today during the previously postponed Nintendo Direct that included a new Luigi's Mansion game, a new Animal Crossing game, and new details on Nintendo's upcoming Online Membership.

News         September 14, 2018

‘Marvel’s Spider-Man: The City That Never Sleeps’ DLC to launch in three parts

Insomniac Games community manager announces the first Marvel's Spiderman DLC called The City That Never Sleeps that features a popular character from the Spider-man universe. Pre-orders for the DLC begin today along with a deluxe edition of the game that comes with bonus content and a neat Spidey pin.

News         August 29, 2018

Gamers mourn Jacksonville shooting victims as Madden tournament turns to tragedy

During a Madden NFL 19 tournament on Sunday, David Katz unleashed gunfire on two of his opponents among many others before turning it on himself. Now, the gaming community mourns the loss of two men in esports with bright futures while mulling over how to deal with this tragedy.

News         August 28, 2018

Expect devilish dealings for Azshara in the final ‘Battle for Azeroth’ short

Blizzard reveals the last Battle for Azeroth Warbringers short during Gamescom 2018. This time around, it stars Queen Azshara and we get an up close and personal look at the destruction of her kingdom and the rebirth of one of the most vicious villains in WoW.

News         August 27, 2018

How to set up the Nintendo Switch

Do you have a warzone of Nintendo Switch parts sprawled across your living room floor? Feel like you'll never get to see Hyrule Castle on your TV screen? Well, stop what you're doing, put the pliers down, and let us teach you how to properly set up your Nintendo Switch.

Guides         August 22, 2018

‘Saints Row: The Third’ gets a surprising port to the Nintendo Switch

Publisher Deep Silver Fishlabs makes a surprising announcement on Twitter that Saints Row: The Third will be getting a port to the Nintendo Switch sometime next year. They also hinted that more information following this news could be revealed later this week during Gamescom 2018.

News         August 21, 2018