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Modern Warfare 2’s second weekend beta is finally here – and with it comes a chance for those who haven’t pre-ordered the game to finally gets hands on. We have already built out a number of Modern Warfare 2 weapons guides, including our personal favorite – the staggeringly good M4. Here’s everything you need to know about the Modern Warfare 2 open beta second weekend. MW2 Open Beta Schedule For a reminder, the schedule that was mapped out by Infinity Ward went something like this:...

There won’t be any shortage of racing titles coming out this year, but it looks like the developers of NASCAR The Game 2011 are doing everything they can to give their fans as realistic an experience as possible. The latest trailers released for the game show that Eutechnyx will be bringing authentic pit crews and voices to their title, using some of the sport’s most recognizable figures to complete the illusion....

It’s a taut wire when a publisher decides to deliver a title that captures the essence of American soldiers doing what they do best. Harnessing the core of realistic combat, the sounds, action, and interaction between squad-mates is not only a challenge but ,if not done correctly, could alienate players from an experience. Codemasters tries to bring that type of edgy realism into Operation Flashpoint: Red River, but regrettably didn’t get enough Intel on the subject to make it through the mission....

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Wave 3 has released – here’s how to download the new DLC which has fans excited to get back on the track! The announcement also confirmed the eight tracks that’ll make up Wave 3, including some of the ones that had been previously confirmed. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Wave 3 release time – what time can you play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Wave 3? As confirmed by Nintendo on Twitter, Mario Kart Wave 3 will launch at 1pm (UK time) today – December 7th....

In just over 3 weeks, Starcraft II will finally see release, and today, we’re getting word that you’ll be able to play the highly anticipated title in 3D - shortly after its release. In addition to 3D implementation, Blizzard has also announced that StarCraft II will be free… to all Korean World of Warcraft subscribers. IGN had the chance to speak to Chris Sigaty, lead producer of StarCraft II at Blizzard - who was able to confirm upcoming 3D capabilities....

We never like to bring bad news to serious game fans, but the latest flood of news out of PC giant Blizzard could be seen as either a disappointment or a pleasant surprise. We all know that the development team is hard at work on Diablo 3, and directly or indirectly, Blizzard has revealed that it’s unlikely that their next expansion, StarCraft 2: Heart of the Swarm will be released before next year....

The PlayStation Blog recently announced the exclusive release of the remastered Tomb Raider Trilogy on PlayStation 3. Get ready to live or relive Lara Croft’s adventures in Anniversary, Legend, and Underworld this March 22. Nostalgia’s been in the air, with all the talk on Game Rant about Lara’s reboot since Square Enix’s announcement last December, followed by Game Rant’s covering the game in action. Now gamers will have a chance to play the three most recent retail releases at a price lower than Underworld’s MSRP itself: $39....

There is no getting away from the controversy that is the launch of WWE 2K20. Most of this controversy has been quite right aimed at the horrendous bugs and glitches that are still currently plaguing the game. The developers at 2K have released a statement in regard to the issues that in their words “some players may be experiencing” but it is quite obvious at this stage that EVERYONE that purchased a copy of WWE 2K20 has experienced something wrong with the game....

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is a single-player narrative experience, much to the delight of Star Wars fans who have been itching for a rich story to dive into after Battlefront II’s short but sweet campaign. Now that the game has been out for a few weeks and many have devoured its main quests, it’s worth taking a look back at some of the optional bits of lore in the game that are easy to miss....

Doom Eternal is barreling towards gamers March 2020. For fans of the iconic FPS series, the game’s release date can’t come soon enough. We are filled with an insatiable desire to step into the demon-stomping boots of the Doom Slayer once more. However, before we begin our next rampage across the plains of Hell, we should brush up on the lore of the Doom franchise. Who knows what helpful tidbits will assist in our understanding of ripping and tearing demons?...

The year 2020 will undoubtedly be a monumental year for the video game industry. In addition to the blockbuster hits that will undoubtedly accompany the launches of the upcoming Xbox Series X and the PS5 consoles, several games with high expectations are scheduled for release this year. While many of this year’s biggest hits already have announced their release dates, several high profile games have yet to give a firm date to fans....

This guide is for those experiencing Final Fantasy VIII for the first time who want to experience it as such. All of these tips are based on the original game and will help you understand the basics. There are also new cheats in the game which will help out players a lot. Encounters can be turned off, health can be put on infinite, and time can be increased up to three times....

Hunter X Hunter is lauded as one of the best shonen series ever printed, and for good reason. There are few other mangas that feel as grand and sweeping without losing the core that drove the series in the first place along the way. Yoshihiro Togashi, the Manga’s creator, understands the core of his series appeal very well and it shines through even this late. There are few places you will find thrilling and dangerous adventure alongside charming and wholesome characters like you can in Hunter X Hunter....

When it comes to the massive Forza Horizon games, there seems to be an endless slew of events and activities to take part in. This can provide countless hours of fun and adventure as you speed through the vast open environments. The flip side of this is that focusing on gaining XP (or “Influence”) and leveling up can be a lengthy, overwhelming task at times. This is especially true in FH4, which is loaded with content, in addition to its multi-tiered XP (or “Influence”) system....

Douchebags, they’re everywhere. They can be found on every single corner of the world: douchebags are not gender, race, or age restricted. I’d venture so far as to say that the worst of all douchebags is the gamer douchebag. Overly confident in their gaming ability, boastful in victory and inconsolable in defeat, and generally just abrasive butt munches, gaming douchebags are a breed all their own. Now, I’m not saying that if you enjoy any of the games on this list that you are pinned down as being a douchebag....

If you’re unfamiliar with Jesse Schell, you’ve certainly at least enjoyed some of his work. Jesse joined Disney Imagineering in 1995 and is one of the minds behind DisneyQuest, the futuristic AR/VR arcade that was a staple in Orlando’s Downtown Disney from 1998-2016. His work with Disney also includes the best kid-friendly MMO of all time Toontown Online. Jesse is the CEO of Schell Games, a studio that has produced a dozen VR games, including 2 of the best VR games available today, I Expect You To Die and Until You Fall....

It’s no secret that many triple-A gaming studios are built upon the backs of monetary gain. A majority of them run under a capitalistic structure, and companies need to make money, it makes sense that financial gain is in their best interest. But, that doesn’t always need to be at the expense of consumers, who it seems 2K Games can easily ignore in the hunt for more profits. It’s literally a question on Quora: Why is 2K so greedy?...

The NES and SNES were very important consoles to me. Nintendo basically kickstarted my love of video games. I have a lot to be thankful for. However, after the SNES generation, I went full PlayStation for years. With money being tight, I had to pick a side and the glory that was Final Fantasy VII was the deciding factor. Well, in actuality, my brother got the PS1 and sort of forced my hand to abandon Nintendo....

Wordle is back with yet another daily word puzzle for players to try to solve. The game’s premise is simple: guess a random five-letter word within just six attempts. Sounds easy, but it’s actually a little trickier as most players usually have a hard time trying to think of possible answers to fit the clues they already have. Here’s a list of 5 letter words ending in MER to help you out on your Wordle journey....

When it comes to Wordle, players may find themselves needing some help every once in a while to complete the puzzle for the day. Understanding how the game works will help, so you can cut down on all the random guesses and hone in on the right word as quickly as possible. In this guide, we go through all of the 5-letter words with A and E in them to give you a good idea of where to start, and hopefully keep that streak of yours going strong....