Electronic Arts Is Skipping Press Conference At This Year’s EA Play
EA Play was first debuted in 2016 which marked the first time where the company would abandon E3 and do their own thing. However, the event would be around the same time before E3 started. This June will mark the fourth year EA will be doing this event, but there will be no press conference and instead there will be multiple live streams that will air during the first two days of the event. The event is from June 7-9 with Friday being the first day of reveals via their live streams and will continue on Saturday. EA Play will have reveals of what the fans want, more gameplay and insights from the teams making the games. EA Play Fanfest will take place Saturday and Sunday letting everyone get hand son with games that will be announced at the event. They’ll also have content creators going live from the Creator’s Cave in the Hollywood Palladium. With EA Play here are the three main things to keep in mind if you plan on going: First hands-on with some of our biggest games. Exclusive content from some of the most popular creators in the world. Free for all to attend. It’s possible we might see some Apex Legends news at the event since it’s on a hot start and who knows there might be some unexpected surprises from the company. There have been multiple problems with Anthem as of late with bricking PlayStation 4’s and how level one rifles are more effective than the end game loot. Source
Minecraft Beta: Xbox One/Windows 10/Android Beta Build 1.11.0.4 is Out Now
Minecraft updates sometimes release at the same time and sometimes they get released randomly. Normally the updates have either features or bug fixes. This one is no different. Today a new beta build has been released to the public. The 1.11 Update will be the full Village and Pillage update. While it won’t have the EXACT same features across Bedrock and Java, it will have roughly the same. This update is not an update that is the biggest but it is a nice beta build. It contains some nice features and a lot of changes. Check it out here.
The Default Rifle In Anthem Deals More Damage Than Some Of The End Game Loot
It’s pretty evident for Anthem that the longer the game is in public hands, fans on the game continue to discover more game breaking bugs that further devalue the title as we reach the third week since the games released. The most recent issue that one player discovered is that regardless of if you dodge all problems that are affecting most players and grind the game for good loot, it doesn’t compare to the default rifle given at the start of the game. Specifically the Defender Rifle players receive as a starter weapon, user YeetLordSupreme reported on Reddit that despite the amount of damage that is displayed when shooting enemies are disregarded when actually comparing to his level 45 masterwork Ralner’s Blade Rifle. You can view the example with the GIF the user paired with their Reddit post: In response to the report, BioWare Technical Design Director Brenon Holmes commented that “This is not intended, something ain’t right here.” Along with the game’s Community Manager following up on Holmes comment on the thread reassuring that this problem is unintentional and will be fixed in the upcoming client patch. The most recent problem that users on primarily PlayStation 4 face is the game overworking the system’s hardware and results with the console shutting off and unable to power on after crashing. Read up on Rectify Gaming’s review of Anthem where our own David Rodriguez tells that the game’s “Average gunplay and a lack of visual customization don’t prevent Anthem from being a great time.” Anthem is available now for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. Source: r/Games
Recent Dota 2 Update Adds New Hero Mars
Valve Corporation’s Dota 2 since the game’s debut going back to 2013 has been one of the most frequently played titles that games like Minecraft or Fortnite in the West have yet to surpass in concurrent players in comparison to the competitive MOBA. The most recent update for the title drop earlier this week bringing a remodel to the game’s ranged agility hero Drow Ranger. But also debuted the newest hero to the continuously growing roster of characters with the addition of the God of War, Mars. The Roman God is equipped with his legendary spear that can be used as a projectile which can impale the opposing enemy to any nearby tree or building. Along with his shield that offers the ability to bash and stun enemies that gets inflicted by his mythical escutcheon. Mars is also given the ability to spawn a ring of warriors from the Ash Legion around him when enemies close in on him. But hostiles caught on the inside of the arena will be attacked and bashed by the circling soldiers. For how this will play out for Mars in competitive play is currently undetermined, but as we progress later into 2019 we will discover where he will stand then. You can read Mars’ full ability list and other details here. New to Dota 2? Read up on our introduction to the game with extended explanation of the game and where the title currently stands in the ever growing esports ecosystem. Dota 2 is available on PC. Source: Dota Blog
PS4 System Update 6.50 Is Available Now, Brings Remote Play Support To iOS & More
PlayStation 4 firmware update 6.50 has gone live with a couple small additions to the console’s software. A couple months back there were beta invites being sent out for the update so users could test it out before going worldwide. Both Microsoft and Sony have a history of doing this for their updates. With this firmware update you can now enjoy Remote Play on iOS devices. You can use PS4 Remote Play to connect to your PS4 system from devices such as your iPhone or iPad. You can download PS4 Remote Play from the App Store. You can also choose 720p when you broadcast using Niconio Live and only certain countries and regions can use this service. Of course, the Firmware 6.50 update is a mandatory update and it will be around 460MB. Check out the latest PlayStation Now titles that were added to the library this month. You still have time to download March 2019’s PlayStation Plus titles as well which includes Witness and Modern Warfare Remastered In other news we might have found out the release time for The Last of Us Part II which could be this Fall. What are you hoping is in the next PlayStation 4 firmware update? Source
Friday The 13th Has A Spring Release Slashed For Nintendo Switch
Following the announcement of Gun Media made to cut creating content for their licensed title Friday The 13th: The Game, it was assumed that continued support after dedicated servers for the game officially drops we won’t see any more updates for the game. But since the announcement back in September of last year, dedicated servers have yet to drop on the game as of yet. In the meantime though, users on Nintendo Switch will have a chance to get their hands on the title as developer Gun Media revealed that the game will be coming later this Spring. Want to talk @Friday13thGame on Switch? Tune in to BEYOND at 3PM ET to get all the details from Wes, Dan, and Ish!https://t.co/mAUTrndTDGhttps://t.co/qL5OEAesiJ pic.twitter.com/BKXbmCezST — Gun (@fearthegun) March 5, 2019 The version that will drop on Nintendo’s platform later this year will include the base game bundled alongside all content currently available for the game, including paid DLC as well. The only exception being the Savini Jason skin which is only exclusive to backers of the game’s Kickstarter campaign. Following the recent update on the dedicated servers that are promised to drop with the next update for the console iterations, it’s now detailed that the upcoming client is expected to release in April. But the blog post also reveals that the servers will not release for consoles the same time as the engine update, implying they will drop at a later date after April. You can read up on Friday The 13th with our review on the game here. Friday The 13th: The Game is out now for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. Source: Variety
Report: Xbox One Without Disk Drive Expected To Drop In May
Back in November, discussion for a newer modeled Xbox surfaced from tech site Thurrott detailed that at some time in 2019 Microsoft will release an Xbox One console without a disk drive along with an expected price to average around $200. Now reported from Windows Central, ’Xbox Maverick’ is expected to release later this May. The Microsoft-centered outlet also says that the name for the upcoming console is said to be the “Xbox One S All Digital” edition. Similar to the titular One S, the console will be digital-based, making all disc games obsolete for the upcoming hardware. As of yet, there still is no official word on when or how much the new model will be. Since the new tech will be going disk-less, it’s assumed the price will also be dropped to a cheaper price, making the $200 price tag look more legitimate. And with the digital-only model, it would be better for a bigger internal hard drive as 1 TB won’t hold a lot of games in this ecosystem of titles. What do you think about Microsoft taking this route late into the current generation of platforms? Source: Windows Central
Nintendo Reveals Labo VR Headset, Comes Next Month
Following the recent rumor of Nintendo’s Labo kits to receive support for virtual reality, Nintendo has announced that the upcoming kit will feature a VR headset as its own respected kit. Experience a new dimension with the latest #NintendoLabo kit! With more games & creations than any previous kit, Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit is a unique first VR experience kids & families can build themselves! Arriving 4/12, only on #NintendoSwitch.https://t.co/PCxm9sZSed pic.twitter.com/B21Fa2FLCQ — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) March 7, 2019 The Toy-Con 04 will include a cardboard husk for users to insert their Switch into the headset and display the image for both eyes to view. Both Joy Cons will be attached to each its specified side to track motion and your movement to play the VR software. The new package will be offered as a Starter Kit which includes the Blaster Toy-Con attachment. As well as two other expansion packs that can be purchased separately that will either include the Camera and Elephant Toy-Cons or the Bird and Wind Pedal toy-Cons. The Toy-Con 04: VR Kit will feature the headset along with five different attachments to have unique virtual reality experiences for Nintendo’s hybrid console. For what software will be included in the forthcoming kit has yet to be revealed. The Toy-Con VR Kit will be available on April 12, 2019.
Anthem Is Bricking PlayStation 4’s, EA Is Working On A Solution
Since Anthem has launched late last month, players have been faced with dozens of problems that are making the game almost too easy to joke about the game’s flaws. Varying from bugs affecting the game’s main looting mechanic to players playing the game’s story campaign being transported to the end game mission unprepared with insufficient builds, there’s plenty to look at. One of the most evident problems that the game is still being affected by even after the game’s Day One patch is the game crashes, resulting with returning the player to their platform dashboard and losing progress made prior to the game unable to stay open. This past weekend on the game’s subredit, many users have been reporting that PlayStation 4 version of the sci-fi title is making their consoles unusable and unable to turn back on. The EA Help Twitter has recognized the problem and addressed the issue on Monday. We’re aware of a crashing issue some of you have been reporting for #AnthemGame. We’re investigating and ask that you share your crash data reports when prompted. If you have, we’ll be reaching out to gather info; if not, please reply to this thread on AHQ:https://t.co/36P21YFjYL — EA Help (@EAHelp) March 4, 2019 Reading some of the reports on r/Anthem, some say that the issue is due to the game overheating the console and as a failsafe shuts off. Assuming that the hardware will turn back on after it cools down, but as of yet no one has reported this being the case. Others have reported on the subreddit that Xbox One users have faced a similar issue where it will shock the power brick for the older models and are required to buy a new one. Nonetheless, this issue is unfortunate for those affected by it and EA is currently working to resolve the problem at hand. For those who have already crashed their client on Sony’s platform, it’s suggested waiting until an update drops to squash this bug. For more on BioWare’s latest title, check out our review on the game here. Anthem is out now for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. Source: r/Anthem
