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Overwatch New Hero And Mode Now Live
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Overwatch New Hero And Mode Now Live

Overwatch fans around will be very happy with latest update to come to the massively popular game. Blizzard has announced that the new Overwatch hero and mode are now live. First of all, let us introduce you to the new Hero Echo. Echo is a multirole evolutionary robot Damage Hero available across all major platforms. Now we have seen Echo, let's take a look at her abilities: Tri-Shot (Primary) - Echo fires 3 shots at once in a triangle pattern Sticky Bombs (Secondary) - Echo fires sticky bombs that detonate after a slight delay Flight (Shift) - Echo surges forward quickly, then can fly freely Focusing Beam (E) - Echo channels a beam for a few seconds, dealing very high damage to targets with less than half health. Glide (Passive) - Echo has the ability to glide w...
First Look At The Playstation 5 DualSense Controller
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First Look At The Playstation 5 DualSense Controller

Sony has released pictures giving us a first look at the Playstation 5 DualSense Controller. However, I don't think it has had the impact they were hoping for. Let's dive in for a closer look! When looking at the DualSense, two things immediately jump out at me. Firstly, the controller is a dual colour design. Usually, we see a one colour sleek controller and to be honest, it looks like the controller is wearing a cami. Secondly is the design, I personally feel that front on it looks like a next-gen Xbox controller. From the side, the controller does look a lot more reminiscent of a classic DualShock controller. You can see that the controller has more depth to it as from the front it looks quite flat. This is definitely a better view of the DualSense, which makes me think that it...
Razer Promotes Stay Home And Game On
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Razer Promotes Stay Home And Game On

Razer has taken to help combat COVID-19 and reduce the impact of the various measures in place to help reduce the spread of the virus. Whilst the main of their initiatives are focussed on combatting the virus on a global level, which is listed below, they also have a couple of UK-focussed initiatives running, to get gamers and new home office workers get set up with minimal expense, and giving them something to play through Steam with a £10 Steam card with every qualifying purchase through Curry’s PC World. For the £10 Steam Wallet offer on Curry’s PC World, all shoppers have to do is add the Steam Wallet Card to the basket, then enter the code “STAYHOMEGAMEON” at the checkout – so gamers can get themselves a new bit of kit and take advantage of Steam’s offers, using their £10 from R...
Borderlands Film Adaptation To Be Directed By Eli Roth
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Borderlands Film Adaptation To Be Directed By Eli Roth

There has been a lot of focus on film adaptations of video games lately, so it is to no surprise that we had another announcement in this area. That's right, it broke over Twitter that Eli Roth will be directing the new Borderlands film which has apparently been in the works since 2015. He will be joined by the writer from Chernobyl writer Craig Mazin along with Avi and Ari from Arad productions. The scope of this adaptation is immense, especially if we look at all of the people involved and the titles they have worked on previously. Roth has spoken with various media outlets and said the following: I look forward to bringing my own energy, ideas, and vision to the wild, fun, and endlessly creative world of the game It is definitely an exciting time for not only Borderlands fan...
Confirmed – MotoGP20 Returns This April
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Confirmed – MotoGP20 Returns This April

Milestone and Dorna Sports S.L announced today that the latest chapter of the MotoGP franchise MotoGP20, Will be released on the 23rd of April 2020. It will be available across all platforms including Google Stadia. This will be the first time in the history of the MotoGP games that their title will be released a few weeks after the official MotoGP Championship kick-off. The development teams have been extremely hard at work to bring you this new chapter and judging from the paper it will not disappoint. For loves of the game and the sport, MotoGP20 will have the traditional gameplay we all know and love, but packed with more strategic and realistic approaches to the races. In the hopes of creating the ultimate MotoGP experience. The Strategy MotoGP20 players will have the ability...
Skateboarding Sim Game Session Gets An Epic Update
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Skateboarding Sim Game Session Gets An Epic Update

Yesterday creā-ture Studios officially announced the release of a substantial update for the skateboarding simulation game Session (PC only). The studio also announced that it would be partnering with indie developer iLLOGIKA to co-develop the Xbox port of the title. We have been advised that they are looking to launch via Xbox Game Preview this spring. The Epic Update So what does this update bring? creā-ture advised that it will bring improved physics, more fluidity within the game and a better response from characters. All of this together brings a truer to life gameplay than ever before. Play games of S.K.A.T.E remotely against other players online A new trick-and-control system that makes it easier than ever to pick up and play Slides and grinds are now smoother and p...
The Second Wave of TUBBZ – What the DUCK!
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The Second Wave of TUBBZ – What the DUCK!

For those who have been living under a rock and are wondering what Tubbz are let me fill you in quickly. Tubbz is a different take on the standard rubber ducky. Created by Numskull Designs they are a collection of rubber ducks in outfits that we all recognise. Ranging from gaming to pop culture there is a Tubbz duck for everyone. The announcement of the new line up brings some more familiar faces to the rubber duck generation from Sonic to Resident Evil. This latest drop has some great designs you will not want to miss out on. The new line-up includes: Sonic the Hedgehog - Sonic, Dr. Eggman Street Fighter - Guile, E. Honda DOOM - DOOM Slayer, Imp, Marauder, Hell Knight The Last of Us - Ellie, Joel, Tess, The Clicker Resident Evil - Leon S. Kennedy, Jill Valentine, Claire Redf...
Resident Evil Resistance – Two New Masterminds and Maps Revealed
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Resident Evil Resistance – Two New Masterminds and Maps Revealed

Early last week Capcom announced a new update for Resident Evil Resistance. For those who haven’t had sight of this yet, It is an asymmetrical survivor horror experience. Resident Evil Resistance will come as a part of a bundle with the soon to be released Resident Evil 3 (April 2020) New Masterminds First Up, we have Alex Wesker, fans will recognise her from Resident Evil Revelations 2. Alex makes a perfect mastermind as she enjoys putting her subjects through psychological horrors and crazy experiments. Her playstyle puts an emphasis on traps and can call upon a vicious carnivorous plant called Yateveo. Next up is Ozwell E. Spencer. Ozwell has been letting others do his dirty work through the Resident Evil series. He is the fourth mastermind of the title and takes a more hands-o...
TT Isle of Man 2 New Gameplay Video
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TT Isle of Man 2 New Gameplay Video

New gameplay footage was published yesterday for TT Isle of Man 2. TT Isle of Man 2 will be available on PS4, Xbox, and PC on the 19th March 2020. This title will be coming to the Switch however the date of release is to be confirmed. Featuring many new bikes and new physics; TT2 is going to bring an amazing arcade experience with a touch of simulation. The physics has been rebuilt, therefore creating ultra-realistic behaviors and a more intense gaming experience. In 1978, “Mike the Bike®” came back on the Isle of Man, 11 years after his previous participation, and grabbed the victory with his Ducati 900. Pre-order a retail version of the game on any platform to re-enact this glorious moment and handle a historical bike with particular and demanding gameplay as you will receive t...
Luigi’s Mansion 3 Has New DLC Content Arriving In 2020
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Luigi’s Mansion 3 Has New DLC Content Arriving In 2020

For all the lovers of Luigi’s Mansion 3, it has been announced today that you can now pre-purchase new content for the game. Six new mini games for the ScreamPark mode Six new outfits for Luigi Newly theme ghosts in the cooperative ScareScraper mode. The new content will be formed of 2 DLC packs with The Luigi’s Mansion 3 Multiplayer Pack Part 1 arriving by 30th April 2020. The second of the DLC packs will be launched by 31st July 2020 The Luigi’s Mansion Multiplayer Pack can be pre-purchased starting now for £8.99 in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch. Multiplayer Pack Part 1 will arrive by 30th April 2020. However, the Multiplayer Pack Part 2 will launch by 31st July 2020. As a special bonus for those who pre-order the DLC, players will receive an in-game Polterpu...