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2020 has the stage set for PS5 and Xbox Series X to battle it out. Microsoft and Sony have taken different approaches toward their announcements of the consoles. Microsoft has certainly taken over the narrative by showing a trailer and the console at the 2019 Game Awards. Plus, they have demonstrated tech demos and revealed detailed specifications. On the other hand, Sony has been slower with their details. They revealed the PS5 logo, which became one of the most liked video game content on Instagram....

An intriguing storyline can add depth to a video game, but without it, playing a video game can feel like mashing buttons. With the inclusion of the main story and numerous side quests, an RPG can have multiple storylines. The PlayStation 4 is host to various story-driven RPGs, but the Xbox One is not far behind. Can a compelling narrative make or break a video game? The Xbox One is the platform for many RPGs, but not all of them had great storylines....

Returnal is a game that is shrouded in mystery. Aside from its engrossing gameplay and unforgiving difficulty that’s perfect for those who enjoy challenging games, a lot of players also found enjoyment in Returnal’s mysterious story. As the players progress through the game, and even as they reach its ending, they’ll only be presented with more questions instead of definite answers. This is the beauty of Returnal’s narrative. After you’ve finished the campaign, the best thing to do is to discuss the game’s story and ending with other people who have played it as well....

Activision Blizzard has laid off 800 employees despite the fact they “achieved record results in 2018.” Earlier today, Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick told investors during their quarterly review that the company just posted their best financial year ever. Which apparently also requires them to slash their workforce by 8%. This mixed message is apparently the result of Activision Blizzard missing their 2018 earnings target and also lowering their expectations for 2019....

It’s only March but anticipation is already building for the stream of game announcements to be made through June. E3 itself may be a shadow of its former glory, but partners and publishers have replaced it with months of gaming events and reveals. In 2021, it seems those events are starting even earlier than normal. One of those early events looks to be related to Age of Empires, as Microsoft starts its summer events earlier than expected....

Our quick take Apple AirPods 2 - 4.0 / 5 AirPods 2: Same design, new case AirPods design says the same Case now offers wireless charging Can be used as a single or stereo pair Wireless buds Charging case AirPods 2: H1 connection and battery Longer battery life: 5hrs listening, 3hrs talking New Apple H1 processor ‘H for headphones’? Battery life AirPods 2: Hey Siri No need to tap to talk to Siri AirPods 2: Sound Quality Struggles in noisy environments Good all-round performance Great for phone calls or podcasts...

This Star Wars: Andor article contains spoilers. Andor reached its crescendo this week, as the season finale brought death and destruction to the streets of Ferrix. When Maarva’s final message to her people sparks a riot, the Empire opens fire on the town, an atrocity that is sure to echo across the galaxy as more people rise up against the fascist government. During the chaos, Cassian breaks into the Imperial command center on Ferrix and rescues Bix, and later makes sure all of his loved ones get off the planet safely....

In a first for the Animal Crossing franchise, New Horizons includes a rough beginning and end point around which the game’s eternal loop is built. Whereas in past entries, nearly every unlock relied upon accumulating Bells or repeating certain tasks, progression in New Horizons is gated behind daily progression on top of the usual requirements for new milestones. That said, even after the game’s credits have rolled, a few goalposts remain to guide players for whom simply building up their island is not a sufficient motivating factor....

The variety of custom Animal Crossing: New Horizons clothing designs continues to grow, and we can now add Sonic The Hedgehog to that long list. We’ve scoured the web for the best Sonic designs, and their codes can be found below. They won’t make you run faster, but you’ll certainly be rocking the finest of threads. Sonic the Hedgehog The titular Sonic the Hedgehog has, of course, received multiple designs. Mostly, these come in the form of designs of the Blue Blur himself, though there is one hoodie that takes on the design of the mascot’s torso....

If you’re stuck at home on New Year’s Eve due to the ongoing pandemic, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is giving you an alternative way to ring in 2021. According to the official Animal Crossing website, starting tonight at 7:00pm you’ll be able to take part in a 2020 countdown event. Jump into New Horizons any time today and you’ll be greeted by Isabelle, donning a special New Year outfit. She’ll remind you that the festivities begin later tonight, giving you a chance to earn some exclusive rewards and take part in some very limited-time activities....

Becoming a billionaire is no easy feat. It takes time, dedication, and a lot of hard work, to say the least. But what about becoming a billionaire - or should we say, bellionaire - in a life simulator game like Animal Crossing? Is that even possible? Well, one Animal Crossing (GCN) speedrunner will soon become the first legitimate bellionaire in the game. YouTuber and Twitch streamer BrianMp16 shared his journey on Reddit, detailing the amount of time and sheer number of hours he’s put into the game to achieve this goal....

Bohemia Interactive, the development studio behind DayZ, is bringing its free-to-play shooter Vigor to the Nintendo Switch, after coming out last year on the Xbox One. The Switch version of the game entered a closed beta earlier this month, and fans can expect a full release of the title later in the year. Set in a post-apocalypse Norway laid bare by a nuclear war, Vigor tasks its player characters, the Outlanders, with gathering loot, building shelter for themselves and fighting against each other in 8- to 12-player battle royale matches....

Apple iPhone 14 vs iPhone 14 Pro: ¿Cuál es la diferencia? Qué es lo mismo en toda la serie del iPhone 11? Procesador Sin 3D Touch Opciones de almacenamiento Software ¿Qué diferencias hay entre las series de iPhone 11? Capacidades de la cámara iPhone 11: Cámara doble iPhone 11 Pro: Triple cámara iPhone 11 Pro Max: Triple cámara Las cámaras del iPhone 11 Pro de Apple explicadas: ¿Por qué tres y qué hace cada una?...

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom started filming over the summer and Warner Bros. is finally starting to lift the lid on the sequel. It’s no secret that director James Wan and star Jason Momoa’s second superhero offering has some pretty big expectations behind it after the original brought in the DCEU’s first billion-dollar take at the global box office. There’s no doubt the studio will want to recapture that magic in this new chapter of Arthur Curry’s story....

Our quick take Alternatives to consider Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus review Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free - 4.5 / 5 Design and installation Doorbell dimensions: 47 x 143 x 37mm Includes flat & angled mounting plates Weather-resistant design Battery powered Connectivity and the Arlo app Hub or Wi-Fi connection Setup via the Arlo app No desktop app Do I need an Arlo Smart subscription? Camera features and performance 180 degree view, 110 degree motion sensor 1536 x 1536 resolution, 1:1 aspect ratio HDR, IR night vision Calling your phone has an advantage SIP calling Rich notifications Battery life Do I need to get a Chime 2?...

The storyline of Assassin’s Creed hinges on the Animus as the tool used to gaze into the past. While the series has changed in protagonists and settings, the Animus aspect has remained largely the same. However, there are a number of mysteries and questions that arise which need explanations. By now, fans generally accept anything that seems illogical as the Animus’ doing. It still doesn’t mean the many inconsistencies can be forgiven so easily, though....

There’s no doubt in anyone’s mind that The Sims is the greatest life-simulation game series to have ever graced our computers, ever since the first iteration of the series was released back in 2000. Ever since then, the franchise has shown an upward trend with no signs of stopping, with ever-increasing sales that have reached upwards of 200 million units, making The Sims one of the highest-selling video game franchises of all time....

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Here on TheGamer I’ve covered a lot of topics and in doing so a lot of beloved franchises. My bread and butter is Final Fantasy. I’ve played those games more times than I can count so obviously I have a lot to say both good and bad about them. One giant series I have yet to cover is Grand Theft Auto. This is a franchise that appeals to the average Joe gamer....

There are very few sitcoms that ended fourteen years ago that are still watched as regularly as Friends is today. The classic nineties sitcom still has a large cult following and, mostly thanks to Netflix, younger people are still being introduced to the series. These six friends and their funny antics still make me laugh, despite me having watched the series start to finish for at least ten times. But the trouble with making something so incredibly popular as Friends is that people start to notice things....