Game streaming services are going to be all the rage over the next few years. Two of the biggest are Nvidia GeForce Now and Project xCloud. Here is what you need to know about the services and how they operate. Using this information, you can pick which one is right for you.

Pittsburgh-based game developer Schell Games thrived for more than 16 years without laying off a single employee. How is this possible when game industry layoffs have become so common? Digital Trends talked to those in charge to find out Schell’s secret.

Fire Emblem: Three Houses is due to release for Nintendo Switch on July 26. Here's what we know about the latest entry in the long-running tactical role-playing series, including its story, gameplay changes from past titles, and the classic elements it will be retaining.

Mortal Kombatt 11 reinforces NetherRealm Studios’ status as the greatest western fighting developer on the planet, building on what made Mortal Kombat X so great while adding in a few new tricks. If you can only buy one fighting game this year, make it this one and save yourself the hassle.

If you've accidentally bought a game on the PlayStation Store or purchased something you regret, here's how to get a refund using Sony's latest guidelines.

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice ditches some elements of From Software’s Souls formula, but make no mistake: This is the hardest game the studio has ever made, and it will kick your butt until you’re ready to cry. It makes victory that much sweeter, especially if you use the plethora of new tools, skills, and abilities at your disposal.

Microsoft announced the new Phantom White Special Edition Xbox One controller during the latest edition of Inside Xbox. The controller is opaque at the bottom and translucent near the top, giving players a look at the gold-colored components inside the controller itself.

Microsoft has officially announced a PC version of Halo: The Master Chief Collection. The PC version will feature Halo, Halo 2, Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST, and Halo 4, all of which will be available individually. The games will be released one by one, in the story's chronological order.

It has been more than a decade since we've been to Capcom's original Devil May Cry series, and it has returned in a big way with Devil May Cry 5. The game revels in excess to great effect, putting us in control of three characters with drastically different play-styles and abilities.

Nintendo will hold a 35-minute Nintendo Direct presentation on February 13, focused on upcoming Switch games. Fire Emblem: Three Houses has been confirmed, and these are the other games we could see, including a few previously announced Nintendo Switch exclusives slated for a 2019 release.

Microsoft and Rare are offering three of your friends the chance to join you in Sea of Thieves for free. From February 6 through February 13, they'll be able to sail the high seas with you without paying a dime, and they'll also be given a discount for the game if they want to own it permanently.

Nintendo has decided to completely restart development of Metroid Prime 4 after being dissatisfied with the game's current state. It will now be developed by Retro Studios, creators of the first three games, but a timeline for when it will eventually release has not been shared yet.

Rumors began earlier this week that Fallout 76 would be transitioning to a free-to-play structure, but Bethesda has denied that this will happen. The game launched in November to negative reviews, and its price was slashed shortly after release. Bugs and cheating issues have occurred since then.

2019’s Resident Evil 2 remake brings the legendary Raccoon City incident to a new generation of players, acting both as a nostalgic throwback and a thoroughly modern horror game with some of the best visuals of the generation and best-in-class sound and environmental design.

Following a series of bans in Fallout 76 brought on by players entering a secret room in the game, Bethesda has explain exactly why these players' accounts have been temporarily deactivated. An investigation is underway, but it's believed that third-party programs are needed to access the room.

Electronic Arts and DICE have detailed what is included in the Battlefield 5 update Lightning Strikes. The update includes access to the mode Squad Conquest through the end of January, as well as a handful of new weapons, which can be acquired by completing challenges during January and February.

Both Target and GameStop are offering big sales on Nintendo Switch games, including several of the best games for the system. The deals are physical at Target and digital at GameStop. GameStop also has a selection of 3DS games for sale, for those looking to bolster their library for the aging handheld.

The nonprofit organization Limbitless creates free bionic arms for children to use like they would a traditional arm. Digital Trends talked to Limbitless about its arms and partnerships with game franchises like Halo and League of Legends, as well as its arm based on Iron Man's suit.

Microsoft is currently running its Countdown sale for Xbox, giving players big savings on many of the year's best games, including huge titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 and Forza Horizon 4. Xbox 360 games are also on sale, as are different console bundles for those looking to buy the system.

The Sims and Spore designer Wil Wright is sharing his game development knowledge with MasterClass viewers, but he had to learn the tools of the trade by trial and error. It seems to have been a winning strategy, as he's now among the most acclaimed and revered game designers of all time.

Hackers have already managed to crack the PlayStation Classic, with programs now available to allow users to play additional original PlayStation games on the system via a USB drive. A lack of security measures on the console appears to be responsible for the very quick turnaround.

Bethesda accidentally exposed users' personal information on its support site this week, including many who were trying to receive replacement canvas bags for the Fallout 76 Power Armor Edition. Information included home addresses and email addresses, among other personal details.

Darksiders III brings Souls-like combat without sacrificing what made the other games so good. New protagonist Fury is a joy to play and while gameplay can be buggy, Darksiders III still manages to combine different influences into an engaging and action-packed adventure filled with creative enemies and clever puzzles.

Square Enix has completed development of Kingdom Hearts III, and to celebrate the game's impending release, the company has published a new trailer. It will be the first numbered Kingdom Hearts game in over a decade, despite numerous sequels and side stories releasing during that time period.

The latest update for Fortnite had added a Mounted Turret weapon to the battle royale mode. The weapon features unlimited ammunition, but it can overheat if fired too long without interruption. A limited-time mode called Food Fight has also been added, pitting two restaurants against each other.

Despite featuring around 100 story missions, the real destination in Red Dead Redemption 2 is the journey you make for yourself in the Rockstar's open world, and the game is better for it. Red Dead Redemption 2 uses space and downtime to add context and depth to its world and its characters.

Digital Trends had a chance to talk to Maximilian_Dood during TwitchCon 2018. The streamer discussed how he got started with streaming fighting games, and revealed his all-time favorite. His channel focuses heavily on the latest competitive fighters, and he has been involved in the scene for about 20 years.

Digital Trends caught up with League of Legends Twitch streamer BoxBox at TwitchCon 2018 to talk about his career, his favorite part of interacting with fans, and why a hot dog is or isn't a sandwich. In addition to Twitch, BoxBox also has a Twitter page and a YouTube channel where you can watch smaller videos.

Battlefield V’s War Stories give us a new perspective on World War II, but the game’s lack of polish across both its campaign and multiplayer modes are almost impossible to ignore. For fans of DICE’s large-scale, destruction-filled combat, however, there is still plenty to love here.

The holidays are quickly approaching and you might be looking for ideas on what to get your favorite gamer. Plenty of amazing titles have come out over the year and you can't go wrong with gifting an awesome game. Here are the best games you can buy for your gaming loved ones this holiday season.

Pokémon: Let's Go hits Nintendo Switch on November 16, and multiple special versions of the game will be available to purchase at the same time. Here's everything we know about the Switch exclusive, including its setting, its characters, its gameplay, and its integration with Pokémon Go.

FIFA 19 is still a great way to play virtual soccer, but the changes made in this year’s game don’t push the series forward, and The Journey story mode stumbles in its final installment. Diehard soccer fans will find plenty to love across its variety of modes, however, including the always-great Ultimate Team.

Who doesn't love a good first-party Nintendo game? If you're looking for a great Nintendo game, take a look at our list of the best Nintendo Switch exclusives.

The company behind PUBG Mobile suggests shunning your friends in order to win at the game, and they've provided handy signs to help your friends stay away. Here are a few other tips you can utilize in order to help your squad rack up more chicken dinners on the go. After all, who doesn't love fast food?

Despite my experience with From Software’s Dark Souls III and Bloodborne, I’ve played the original Dark Souls. Thanks to Dark Souls Remastered, I was able to fix that, and the remastered game held up well despite the fact seven years and two sequels have passed.

A few former Uncharted developers have explained that protagonist Nathan Drake was not getting hit by bullets when the game's screen became red. Instead, his luck was merely running out. This was due to Uncharted's inspiration, such as Indiana Jones, taking a similar approach to gunfights.

Over the weekend, Epic Games held a one-time-only event in Fortnite which say a rocket launch into the sky, apparently travel across dimensions, and eventually create a crack in the air. It could hint at very interesting things for the future of the battle royale game regarding the nature of reality.

Bethesda Game Studios and director Todd Howard have nailed down the location for the upcoming role-playing game The Elder Scrolls VI, but the studio won't say where we'll be heading yet. The title is still several years away, with Fallout 76 and the new IP Starfield releasing beforehand.