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Summary Astro Bot is chock-full of little homages and tributes, and fans have discovered a neat homage to a Japanese legend. As it turns out, the Baseball Bot in Astro Bot is more than just a bot wearing a Sony-themed uniform. The bot is a near 1:1 homage to Ichiro Suzuki, one of the most revered Japanese baseball players. Standing next to the bot will have it go into Ichiro’s iconic stance. Astro Bot, Team Asobi’s first full-length Astro-centric adventure, may have released in September, but fans are still discovering new things each chance they get. The 2024 Game of…

Summary Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm can now claim itself as the single best-selling anime video game franchise of all time. As revealed by Bandai Namco, the series has topped over 30 million units sold. The first Ultimate Storm game was released on PS3, with entries gracing each console since then. It’s no secret that the Naruto: Ultimate Ninja series of video games has been a major success, largely owing to the sheer number of games released, as well as the ones ported to modern hardware. That said, as revealed on Friday, the series has reached a sales milestone that will…

Summary Nintendo Switch 2024 Year in Review is now live, letting you see how much time you spent playing your favorite Switch games this year. You’ll see the top three games you spent the most time with, the total number of games you played, and how much time you spent on the Switch in general. ✕ Remove Ads Nintendo may not have had the greatest year in 2024, with most people eagerly awaiting news about the Nintendo Switch 2 more than any specific game. It still had a decent first-party lineup though, with titles like Princess Peach: Showtime, The Legend…

Summary Shadow of the Colossus creator genDESIGN teases its next title with a mysterious new trailer at The Game Awards. The trailer features a person climbing a giant mech resembling Gaius The Knight from Shadow of the Colossus. Shadow of the Colossus and The Last Guardian creator genDESIGN has shared a very brief trailer for its next title, tentatively titled Project Robot. It was a very mysterious little trailer, as a person climbed up a large mech which appeared to look like the third Colossus from Shadow of the Colossus, Gaius The Knight. Our presumed protagonist then jumps into the…

Summary The Outer Worlds finally has a proper trailer, as revealed at The Game Awards. The trailer gives us our first look at the gameplay and some of the areas we’ll explore. We also have a 2025 launch window – and confirmation that it won’t be an Xbox console exclusive. The Outer Worlds 2 just got its first gameplay trailer at The Game Awards. The trailer confirms that despite Obsidian being an Xbox studio, it won’t be a console exclusive, also coming to PS5. On top of that, the trailer gives us a release window of 2025. If it sticks…

Key Takeaways Fortnite OG experienced some massive and rapid popularity during its launch, tallying over one million players in just 20 minutes. Gamers logged on in droves to experience some nostalgia, though it’s important to note that the game mode will be a permanent addition. Elsewhere, over 14 million were around for The Remix Finale event. When Fortnite OG was revealed and then subsequently launched, there was no question as to how popular the mode might be. Even then, the popularity may still be shocking. …

Key Takeaways Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 1 has tweaked the game’s “No Emote” signs. Instead of nothing happening, if you now emote next to the sign, you’ll be flung off a cliff to your death. You can try it for yourself at a sign to the northwest of Foxy Floodgates, but prepare to be turned into mush. Fortnite developers have a pretty fun sense of humor. Any developer that goes out of its way to recreate the Godzilla dunking meme is one that has my respect for its tomfoolery, and there have been plenty of instances in which Fortnite devs…

Key Takeaways PlayStation confirmed it has sold over 160 million PS2s since release, causing many to seek out exactly how many PS2s were actually produced. After finding a special 2 that was made to mark the end of production, it was revealed that 160,636,885 were produced. Doubting the legitimacy of the number, ex-PlayStation chief Shawn Layden spoke up to say that both the special PS2 and production number are “legit”. ✕ Remove Ads

Ovo: A Masterpiece of Creative Collaboration in Gaming Ovo, the latest offering from Finnish studio Neon Giant, is not just a game; it’s a phenomenon. By merging action, puzzle-solving, and an innovative approach to multiplayer gameplay, Ovo has redefined what it means to collaborate in the world of gaming. With its surreal aesthetics, intuitive design, and focus on teamwork, this mobile game has taken players on an unforgettable journey. At its core, Ovo immerses players in a world where art and sound seamlessly intertwine. The game’s universe is a kaleidoscope of vibrant, geometric shapes that pulsate and flow to the…

Key Takeaways Nintendo Switch online services in China shutting down on May 15, 2026 Digital purchases must be downloaded by then, or be lost for good. Switch owners in China can download four free games as compensation. Nintendo Switch’s online services will shut down in China on May 15, 2026. While this shutdown is planned over a year in advance, it is still a surprise to many users. It is currently unclear if this shutdown will extend to other regions beyond China. Nintendo Switch Servers Going Offline In China Any digital purchases will have to be downloaded by May 15,…