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Latest 'Transformers' trailer just keeps getting crazier

Ben Gourlay | Celebrities & Entertainment | Apr 13, 2017 2:30 AM CDT

It's still a few months away, but Paramount have pulled out all the stops to make sure you know there's a new 'Transformers' feature on the way. Today the studio has issued a new trailer which gives our best look at the film yet.

Latest 'Transformers' trailer just keeps getting crazier

'The Last Knight' is set to feature Mark Wahlberg, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson and Peter Cullen reprising their roles alongside series newcomers fresh from their success in HBO's 'Westworld'; Anthony Hopkins and Santiago Cabrera, as well as 15 year old Isabela Moner. Picking up directly from its predecessor, with Cade Yeager on the run and Optimus Prime having fled Earth to find out the origins of the Autobots, 'The Last Knight' is shaping up as the craziest 'Transformers' film to date, introducing many new elements which lay the groundwork for an expanded cinematic universe.

'Transformers: The Last Knight' is set to hit 2D, 3D and IMAX theatres worldwide from June 23, 2017.

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Quake Champions' closed beta wave 2 will begin soon

Anthony Garreffa | Gaming | Apr 13, 2017 1:29 AM CDT

If you've been itching to get into the Quake Champions closed beta, id Software and Bethesda will be kicking off Wave 2 soon - with more closed beta codes being sent out to gamers across the world.

Quake Champions' closed beta wave 2 will begin soon

The official Twitter account for Quake Champions tweeted: "Champions! We've just sent a new batch of invites for Closed Beta - the next test event begins tomorrow. Please check your email! #Quake". If you were lucky enough to get into the first closed beta, your progress won't move with you - but Bethesda is providing gamers with 500 Platinum for the second beta.

The PC-exclusive shooter is not built from the ground up for consoles like 99% of games of today, but built for PC gamers with plenty of high-end hardware support and built for the keyboard and mouse.

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Ghost Recon Wildlands updated, new patch is 6.5GB on PC

Anthony Garreffa | Gaming | Apr 13, 2017 12:08 AM CDT

Ubisoft has pushed out 'title update 3' for Ghost Recon Wildlands, which provides the usual game stability and improvements to user experience. There's also the new Live Season Challenges that have been added to the game.

Ghost Recon Wildlands updated, new patch is 6.5GB on PC

Ghost Recon Wildlands' new update weighs in at 8.4GB on consoles, and 6.5GB on the PC - with the full patch available right here. Ubisoft explains in the official post: "This latest update focuses on improvements on game stability and bug fixing but we've also been gathering player feedback about certain issues and implemented changes in order to improve the user experience. For example, we fixed the Kingslayer files counter on the tacmap for the Media Luna and Inca Camina regions for those who are collecting every piece of intel around the map".

Ubisoft continues: "We fixed a rare issue that left some players with their XP bars stuck at a certain level. XP boosters will now display the number of hours they last, and players who reported problems unlocking intel and missions while playing in co-op should have a smoother experience now. Additionally, we also addressed the reports of players stating the ADV suppressor ability wasn't working properly for them".

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Payday 2 is coming to Nintendo Switch

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 9:12 PM CDT

Nintendo has confirmed Payday 2, Starbreeze's infamous massive DLC-ridden shooter, is coming to the Nintendo Switch.

Payday 2 is coming to Nintendo Switch

Payday 2's Nintendo Switch port gives lots of hope for other shooters to cross over to the handheld-console hybrid. Earlier this week we reported that Overwatch likely wouldn't be ported to the Nintendo Switch, with Blizzard's Jeff Kaplan hinting the Switch's power just isn't enough to maintain the game's targeted performance.

Payday 2's Switch port will feature four-player co-op, but there was no mention of online-based multiplayer. I'm pretty sure the game would be included in Nintendo's new paid online subscription plan, but the game should also support four-player LAN co-op across four different Switch consoles.

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Black Ops 2 playable on Xbox One backwards compatibility

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 7:29 PM CDT

If it's one question the Xbox team has gotten more than anything else, it's "when is Black Ops 2 coming to Xbox One BC?!" Now Call of Duty fans finally have their wish.

Black Ops 2 playable on Xbox One backwards compatibility

After months and months of requests, Activision and Microsoft have finally come to an agreement to bring Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 to Xbox One's backward compatibility platform. To commemorate the occasion, Black Ops 2 is currently on sale for $24.99 as part of the digital Xbox Spring Sale (although we recommend just grabbing it from eBay while the prices are still low).

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Jude Law joins 'Fantastic Beasts 2' as young Dumbledore

Ben Gourlay | Celebrities & Entertainment | Apr 12, 2017 6:52 PM CDT

As Warner Brothers continues the 'Harry Potter' franchise with 'Fantastic Beasts' which launched late last year, the studio has today announced who'll play a younger version of the veteran Hogwarts Professor Dumbledore.

Jude Law joins 'Fantastic Beasts 2' as young Dumbledore

According to Variety's exclusive, Jude Law will become the third actor to portray Dumbledore, behind Richard Harris and Michael Gambon. Director David Yates released a statement saying that "Jude Law is a phenomenally talented actor whose work I have long admired, and I'm looking forward to finally having the opportunity to work with him. I know he will brilliantly capture all the unexpected facets of Albus Dumbledore as J.K. Rowling reveals this very different time in his life."

Law will join returning star Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander, alongside Johnny Depp who plays the the villain Grindelwald. 'Fantastic Beasts 2' is set to hit cinemas worldwide next November.

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Microsoft already planning beyond Project Scorpio

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 6:25 PM CDT

Microsoft is absolutely committed to the console space, so don't expect Xbox consoles to go anywhere soon. In fact, the team is already planning out the next phase where Xbox goes after its 4K-ready Project Scorpio console ships in Holiday 2017, laying the first foundations for the console life cycle's future within the company's--and the industry's--future.

Microsoft already planning beyond Project Scorpio

In a recent interview with Gamasutra, Xbox's head exec Phil Spencer said something quite interesting: the planning for the console after Scorpio is underway. Now I know what you're thinking...how can Microsoft start planning already when Scorpio won't ship until year's end? And this quote isn't to discount the team's dedication with Scorpio--I expect Scorpio to be supported for at least five years or more--but a confirmation that Xbox consoles aren't going anywhere, despite Microsoft's desire to continue making Xbox a service that merges both consoles and PC.

"So...I'm a strong believer in console. And what that appliance means in my family room, under my TV. Like I think...I log in with a controller, it kind of has power options and auto-update options that just feel a lot more like my cable box than it does my laptop. I'm not saying one is better than the other, but that space of a console, you just turn it on and it's always ready and it's really purpose-built to go do one thing first, which is play games. Yes, people can do other things on it, but it's purpose-built for that. I'm a believer in that," Spencer said, highlighting why he enjoys games consoles.

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Splatoon 2 releases July 21 on Nintendo Switch

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 5:48 PM CDT

Nintendo has officially confirmed Splatoon 2 will release July 21, 2017 on Nintendo Switch.

Splatoon 2 releases July 21 on Nintendo Switch

In addition to the release date, Nintendo announced a new in-game mode called Salmon Run, which is kind of like 4-player co-op Horde mode with PvE style action. Splatoon 2 will also get three amiibos alongside its release in July, allowing gamers to swap in-game clothes and items with the amiibo characters. Existing Splatoon amiibos will also be compatible.

Nintendo still hasn't released official details of its paid online subscription plan for the Nintendo Switch, but we do know it should cost anywhere from $18-26 a year, and give access to online multiplayer for games like Splatoon 2. Subscribers will also get access to a free NES or SNES Virtual Console game for a single month, and the selection will rotate monthly, so you won't get to keep the games themselves.

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SEGA teases more PC ports of classic games

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 5:34 PM CDT

SEGA teases that fans can expect more PC ports of classic games in the not-too-distant future.

SEGA teases more PC ports of classic games

Just yesterday, SEGA released PlatinumGames' beloved hack-and-slash classic Bayonetta on PC with enhanced 1080p 60FPS support, 4K resolution upgrades, and tons of PC-specific optimizations and tweaks. But the publisher isn't going to stop at Bayonetta--SEGA is keen on fostering lots more goodwill with PC gamers, and plans to bring more of its fan-favorite games over to the platform.

"We are dedicated to bringing high-quality, best practice PC conversions of our back catalogue games to our fans, and Bayonetta was a great fit," Senior Vice President of Commercial Publishing at SEGA Europe John Clark said in a recent press release. "Bayonetta is one of the most often requested PC conversions of our games, so finally being able to launch it on Steam is fantastic. There's more to come!"

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Prey's free demo lets you play first hour of the game

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 4:28 PM CDT

Bethesda will give all Xbox One and PlayStation 4 owners a chance to sample Prey before it launches in May.

Prey's free demo lets you play first hour of the game

Prey is getting a one-hour free demo on April 27, but the trial is only available to PS4 and Xbox One owners, so PC gamers won't get to try it out. The demo grants full access to the first hour of the game, which is quite...unusual, considering there could be some pretty huge spoilers at the beginning.

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Project Scorpio specs revealed in full

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 3:32 PM CDT

Now that Project Scorpio's development kit has been revealed, Microsoft has rolled out the 4K-ready console's finalized hardware specs for comparison, showing the system's full list of internal components.

Project Scorpio specs revealed in full

If you've read our previous Project Scorpio coverage, most of these specifications won't be a surprise to you. We've known for a bit now that Project Scorpio features a highly customized 8-core Jaguar CPU with 2.3GHz alongside a similarly customized 6TFLOP Polaris-grade GPU with 1172MHz and 40 Compute Units, alongside the system's rather beefy 12GB of unified GDDR5 memory. But what about the other specs? We've got you covered.

We've already been extremely impressed with Scorpio's custom Jaguar CPU and Polaris GPU hardware being able to hit native 4K 60FPS in Forza 6 at Ultra PC settings, but the system has a few more surprises in store. For example, Scorpio's internal power supply unit is only 25 more watts than the original Xbox One, pulling 245W versus the stock 2013 Xbox One's 220W of power. The spec list also confirms FreeSync support, and 3840 x 2160p resolution capped at a max refresh rate of 60Hz with HDMI Variable Refresh Rate tech support via HDMI 2.1.

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LeEco unveils the Le Pro 3 AI Edition

Lana Jelic | Mobile Devices | Apr 12, 2017 2:23 PM CDT

LeEco has unveiled their new smartphone - the Le Pro 3 AI Edition. The phone will be available in two versions, 'standard' and 'eco.'

LeEco unveils the Le Pro 3 AI Edition

The 'standard' Le Pro 3 AI Edition has a 5.5-inch 1080p display and is powered by MediaTek's Helio X23 chipset. The phone comes with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.

The device has dual rear cameras (13MP+13MP) with f/2.0, and an 8MP front shooter with f/2.2. Other features include a 4,000 mAh battery and a fingerprint sensor.

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Project Scorpio devkit revealed

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 1:23 PM CDT

Microsoft's new 4K-ready Project Scorpio console is a massive boon for gamers, but it represents an even bigger advantage for developers. The system's development kit was recently revealed, showing the environment devs will work with to optimize their Xbox One titles specifically for Project Scorpio's raw power.

Project Scorpio devkit revealed

Project Scorpio's devkit looks a lot like an Xbox One S, but packs hardware that --like all devkits--features a hardware boost over the final retail systems, and we're wondering how much of the hardware has been emulated--likely all of it, for the same of time. For example, Project Scorpio's devkit features 24GB of unified GDDR5 RAM at the same 326GB/sec bandwidth as the retail kit, a slightly boosted 1172MHz Polaris-grade GPU with 44 extra Compute Units at 6.6TFLOPs over the retail's 6.0 TFLOPs, and a beefier internal 330W power supply. Interestingly enough, the CPU is exactly the same, with the same highly customized 8-core Jaguar "evolved" at 2.3GHz. The devkit also has some extra video codecs to boot.

According to recent reports, Project Scorpio's devkit isn't even at 100% max power just yet. Microsoft rolls out firmware updates to unlock more devkit power, and the last we heard the devkits were running at about 80% power efficiency. I'd be interested to know what Turn 10's Scorpio devkit was running at to hit native 4K 60FPS in Forza 6!

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Splatoon 2 listed for August release date

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 12:13 PM CDT

UPDATE: Nintendo has confirmed Splatoon 2 will release July 21.

Splatoon 2 listed for August release date

Splatoon 2's release date may have been revealed ahead of Nintendo's new Nintendo Direct showcase.

Splatoon 2 will release on August 18, 2017 on Nintendo's new Switch handheld-console hybrid, according to an Amazon Italy listing. Nintendo is expected to announce the game's official release date during the upcoming Nintendo Direct showcase, which is slated to begin today April 12 at 6PM EST/3PM PST.

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Star Wars Battlefront 2 trailer leaked, reveals new eras

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 12, 2017 10:15 AM CDT

Star Wars: Battlefront 2's trailer has leaked ahead of schedule, revealing a ton of new eras including prequel and expanded universe eras, along with new features.

Star Wars Battlefront 2 trailer leaked, reveals new eras

The 30 second teaser is short but sweet. We get to see large-scale battles the series is known for, and Yoda battle Darth Maul. Episode VII's Kylo Ren also makes an appearance, as does Ren. Of course specific Jedi/characters will only be available in a pre-order DLC pack dubbed the "Last Jedi Heroes". We also get a quick snippet at the Battle of Hoth from the original trilogy.

The campaign appears to follow an Imperial Stormtrooper who might've abandoned the Empire, culminating in the "untold soldier's story" segment at the very beginning.

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OnePlus 5 specs leaked: Snapdragon 835 and 8GB of RAM?

Lana Jelic | Mobile Devices | Apr 12, 2017 9:17 AM CDT

New rumors from Korea claim that OnePlus' next flagship will be named the OnePlus 5. This means that the company intends to skip the OnePlus 4, but since the number 4 is considered unlucky in China, there might be some true to this rumor.

OnePlus 5 specs leaked: Snapdragon 835 and 8GB of RAM?

The same report suggests that the OnePlus 5 will feature a dual-edge display, 23MP main camera, and 16MP front shooter.

Earlier rumors also suggested that the OnePlus 5 will come with 6GB or 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. This isn't surprising since the OnePlus 3T already packs 6GB of RAM. However, the OnePlus 5 could pack a smaller battery than the OnePlus 3T. The report suggests that the device will have a 3,000 mAh battery (OnePlus 3T pack a 3,400 mAh battery).

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ADATA's new microSDXC hit 275MB/s read, 155MB/s write

Derek Strickland | Storage | Apr 11, 2017 3:17 PM CDT

ADATA today revealed its new Premier ONEseries of high-performance microSDXC and SDXC cards, featuring blistering fast speeds optimized specifically for 4K and 8K file transfers. ADATA confidently asserts the Premier ONEseries delivers the "fastest microSDXC/SDXC data speeds available."

ADATA's new microSDXC hit 275MB/s read, 155MB/s write

The Premiere ONEseries has two amazingly potent form factors in its lineup: an SDXC card for enthusiast-grade cameras and devices, and microSDXC/SDHC cards for ultra-performance mobile devices. Premier ONE SDXC cards feature UHS-II U3 Class 10 ratings and come in 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB capacities, leveraging high-end 3D MLC flash memory to reach insane speeds of 290MB/sec reads and 260MB/sec writes.

The higher-end UHS-II U3 microSDXC series features Class 10 spec to enable incredible 275MB/second reads and 155MB/second writes, and come in capacities up to 256GB. The Premier ONEseries UHS-I SDHC Class 10 cards are specifically optimized for Full HD 1080p content, and can deliver 85MB/second reads and 25MB/second writes, coming in a variety of capacities including 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB.

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Huawei launches Enjoy 7 Plus priced at $230

Lana Jelic | Mobile Devices | Apr 11, 2017 2:31 PM CDT

Huawei has launched a new member of Enjoy family - Enjoy 7 Plus. The design of the phone reminds of the Enjoy 6, but the Chinese company made some hardware improvements.

Huawei launches Enjoy 7 Plus priced at $230

The device has a 5.5-inch display, which is bigger than previous Enjoy phones. The phone is powered by Snapdragon 435 and comes with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage expandable with a microSD card.

The Enjoy 7 Plus has a 12MP main camera and an 8MP front shooter. Other features include 4,000 mAh battery and a fingerprint sensor.

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Xiaomi Mi 6 pricing leaks ahead of the launch

Lana Jelic | Mobile Devices | Apr 11, 2017 1:24 PM CDT

Xiaomi is set to unveil the Mi 6 and Mi 6 Plus on April 19th, and we already know quite a lot about the upcoming phones.

Xiaomi Mi 6 pricing leaks ahead of the launch

The Mi 6 is expected to have a 5.1-inch display, while the Plus model should have a bigger 5.7-inch screen. Both devices are rumored to rock Snapdragon 835.

According to a new report, which reveals the pricing of the devices, both phones will come in multiple versions, with a different combination of RAM and internal storage.

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Bayonetta coming to PC today with 4K support

Derek Strickland | Gaming | Apr 11, 2017 9:43 AM CDT

PC gamers have been waiting eight years to play Platinum Games' beloved Bayonetta, and now the wait is over.

Bayonetta coming to PC today with 4K support

Thanks to a premature slip-up by Engadget, we can confirm Bayonetta is slashing onto PC via Steam with 4K support and higher-end graphical tweaks. SEGA's "surprise" reveal was supposed to happen at 11AM EST when the countdown timer ends, but the news was leaked out early.

Bayonetta will feature 1080p 60FPS gameplay with "unlocked resolutions up to 4K, anti-aliasing, anisotropic filtering, SSAO lighting, scalable texture and shadow quality, and more."

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