Xbox One’s Kinect won’t work anywhere but on Xbox One

That’s not terribly surprising When Kinect launched for Xbox 360, it was immediately compatible with Windows PCs. When Xbox One’s Kinect launches, that won’t be the case. Microsoft confirmedthat the Xbox One’s Kinect sensor was built specifically with the new console in mind, meaning that it has a proprietary connector that the company does not intend to release a USB adapter for. However, a next-generation Kinect for Windows sensor is in the works that will serve that particular niche....

August 5, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · James Barajas

(Update) WWE 2K20’s disastrous launch state leaves fans fuming

Hell in a Cell, and everywhere else [Update:As reported byEurogamer, 2K Games has finally responded to the slew of complaints regarding the diabolical state ofWWE 2K20.In a statement on Twitter, the studio said it was “listening closely” to the feedback and hoped to have an initial patch ready within the next two weeks. In my opinion, given the memeriffic nature of this calamitous launch, (which even madeBBC News), the wildfire spread of screengrabs and glitch compilation videos, as well as the run of low review scores from both critics and fans, the horse is long out of the barn on this one....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Russell Frye

10 things to do in WoW before The War Within launch

The War Withinis quickly approaching it’s August 26 release date. (August 23 if you pre-order the Epic Edition of the game.) If you want to be in the best possible shape for the release, there’s a few things you should look into doing before then. Check out this list of ten things and get ready for your journey to Khaz Algar. 10. Free T-shirt Day When you get to Khaz Algar, it might not be a bad idea to look a little more diplomatic and casual....

August 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1198 words · Jeffery Hubbard

A Resident Evil 3 remake is allegedly coming next year

I can hear the intro music in my head The release of theResident Evil 2remake earlier this year gave me a fever, and the only prescription? Play all the mainline games again. My immediate thought was to hitResident Evil 3up and talk about it in a bid to get Capcom to remake it, and it looks like it might be coming sooner than we think. According to the YouTube channel Spawn Wave (who successfully leaked the existence ofElden Ring), and corroborated byVGC, a “number of sources” claim that aResident Evil 3remake is coming in 2020....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 215 words · Rebecca Stewart

All Madden 26 relocation teams, cities and uniforms in Franchise Mode

Madden 26‘s Franchise mode once again offers you the chance to relocate your team to a new place and apply different uniforms. There can be many reasons for you to relocate your franchise. This could be to potentially tap into a bigger market, or maybe you want to switch to a city that you like in real life. The list of options even includes locations outside the United States. Table of contents All Madden 26 relocation cities There are 34 options available in this year’s game....

August 4, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Laura Barrett

Arc System Works’ BloodRayne teaser is BloodRayne: Betrayal

Move along, nothing to see here Remember last week,when we musedon what a possible Arc System Works teaser featuringBloodRaynemight be? Turns out it’s just a Japanese release of WayForward’sBloodRayne: Betrayal. Aw, shucks. I was hoping for something a little less vanilla. Dale even came up with some grand ideas as to what “BRCS” could stand for, and now that the countdown’s up on the official site, it’s time for some crushing disappointment....

August 4, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Ashley Hernandez

Assassin’s Creed Syndicate’s London is an exciting and evocative setting

City of London, City of London With October nearly here, it’s about that time for Ubisoft to release another entry in its annual time-traveling trek through history. WhileAssassin’s Creedhas had highs and lows, no one can deny it’s one of the few series shining a light on settings that often go unnoticed in games, and turning them into fun playgrounds where you can assassinate history’s vilest foes, right wrongs, and bare witness to important moments from civilization’s past....

August 4, 2025 · 9 min · 1770 words · Jacqueline Newman

At long last, Doom can be played in Stardew Valley

For as long as there’s beenDoom, there’s been a way to modify and tinker with id Software’s iconic FPS. Indeed, the original has been ported in so many interesting and bizarre ways, including on asmart toothbrush. Did you even know there were smart toothbrushes? Anyway, the time has come to unleash it untoStardew Valley. You can see it in action on the Reddit thread below, but it does exactly what it says on the tin by adding an arcade cabinet into the game that will allow you to play the originalDoom....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 280 words · Amy Simmons

Brain Training returns for Nintendo Switch to get the grey cells pumping

Dr. Kawashima will see you now Popular noggin-exercise franchiseBrain Trainingis set to return on Switch this year. The popular Nintendo DS seriesattempts to keep the rust from settling into your grey matter by offering simple puzzles, designed to give your brain a daily “workout” in regards to arithmetic, memory, observation and other skills. Two new Japanese trailers feature players of all ages engaging in some typicalBrain Trainingpuzzles, while also demonstrating multiplayer support and a brand new Switch stylus, expected to launch alongside the game itself....

August 4, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Terry Morris

Complete WWE 2K25 controls guide

WWE 2K25is a relatively realistic wrestling simulator with a pretty complex set of controls that you’ll have to master in the long run. While the basic controls are easy to understand, separate commands are available based on your movements. For example, a button combination will do one thing under normal circumstances and something else if you’re in the Grapple mode. Let’s look at the complete set of controls you’ll need to master....

August 4, 2025 · 1 min · 165 words · Tiffany Bell

Curse of the Sea Rats to set sail this April

Meeces Pieces Petoons Studio’s long-in-development adventure titleCurse of the Sea Ratsis finally ready to up anchor and set sail on the indie seas — The “Ratoidvania” will finally launch on PC and console platforms April 6, bringing its animated anthropomorphic action to players everywhere. Curse of the Sea Rats,as we have reported many a time, is the tale of a party of British colonial prisoners, who find themselves cursed by the wicked pirate witch, Flora Burn....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · Erin Weiss

Destructoid review: Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates

Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles made its debut on the GameCube in 2004, which I actually remember was the motivating factor in my purchase of that console. The title differed a great deal from the main series in tone as well as gameplay, offering gamers a chance to participate in multiplayer aside from the single player storyline. Four years later, Square has been busy at work on the side series, premiering Ring of Fates on the DS as well working on the upcoming titleMy Life as a Kingfor the debut of Wiiware....

August 4, 2025 · 5 min · 854 words · Brooke Smith

Disney Dreamlight Valley Wonderland Whimsy patch notes: Alice in Wonderland, Uncrafting, Star Wars, and more

It’s time to fall down the rabbit hole and explore a strange new land withDisney Dreamlight Valley’sAlice in Wonderlandupdate. The Wonderland Whimsy update has plenty of fresh content to explore, and to fully experience all of it, you may want to review the patch notes. Update features aren’t always super obvious and easy to find. Knowing all of the new key content before you jump in makes it easier to ensure you don’t miss out on anything....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 591 words · Kristen Crawford