Psyonix Presses On Next-Gen Enhancements For Rocket League On Xbox Series X|S & PlayStation 5

As next-generation systems go, expect your favorite games to continue onward with better optimizations for the respected title. For the sake of Rocket League, developer Psyonix ensures that players will find experiences to only increase thanks to the new hardware being shipped by both Microsoft & Sony this November. In a new blog post today, the Rocket League team presses that everyone’s favorite car soccer title will be expecting next-generation enhancements come the Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Elaborating on the matters, the studio tells that both systems can expect the game to target 4K resolution with 60 frames per second performance on the new consoles. You can read the full clarifications in the list below Xbox Series X Quality Mode – 4K resolution with 60 frames per second and HDR support. Performance Mode – 2688×1512 resolution output with 120 frames per second and HDR support. Xbox Series S Quality Mode – 1080p resolution with 60 frames per second and HDR support. Performance Mode – 1344×756 resolution output with 120 frames per second and HDR support. PlayStation 5 Default Mode – 4K resolution with 60 frames per second and HDR support. The video quality options are told to be available at a later time when Psyonix ships out an update for the consoles. As for launch, Rocket League will operate at 4K, 60 frames per second, and offer HDR support. Elsewhere concerning Epic Games-publisher titles, the firm announced the new enhancements that Fortnite players can find for the battle royale on next-generation consoles. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you excited to replay Rocket League with these new enhancements? Rocket League is out now for PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S; coming to PlayStation 5 on November 12, 2020 & November 19, 2020. Source: Psyonix

Recent Update For Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare Reduces Game’s File Size By 25 GB On All Systems

As the joke continues to be told, the file sixe for Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare is outrageously large. While it is understandable as to why with the amount of high-detailed textures, patches, and content as the game is being pumped with new updates constantly, it is surprising that Infinity Ward has not went to decipher a way in compressing the game’s digital footprint on supported systems. However, the developer has pressed for months that the team would pursue minimizing the amount of space each update would take up as the game continues to grow. And while it is reassuring, much signs of major chipping at the size of the aforementioned updates is not visible. But in a new patch that went live for the game this week, players can find the game’s file size decrease by roughly 25 GB. Infinity Ward Production Director Paul Haile disclosed on Twitter that the update will go live this Monday. Haile continues by explaining that the team has shifted the high resolution textures to a separate texture pack for console which reduces the space asked. As for PC, users can find a new function to stream high resolution assets dynamically which will reduce the amount of space for the game. Ultimately, this update benefits players on all systems supported for the game. Recently for Call Of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Treyarch pressed that the game will be about 90 GB on current-gen machinery. But for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, the game treads well into the 130 GB territory. You can read the full report by heading here. Do you still have Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare installed? Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare is out now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.

NBA 2K21 Is Reported To Be 150 GB On PlayStation 5

As we step closer into the next-generation, more things are expected to change – if you like it or not. When it comes to NBA 2K21, the title is one of the first properties to introduce $70 titles for the newer hardware. But of course, that is not all that is expected for the newest installment on Xbox Series X|S/PlayStation 5, the file size is also expected to climb higher as well. Already, we witnessed this with Treyarch’s Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War as the game on next-gen systems asks for 40 GB more than those paying on the current devices. But for Visual Concepts’ NBA 2k21, that void is stretching ever further according to one user who managed to get their hands on a physical copy of the game. Reddit poster u/robo3687 shares that when inspecting the packaging for NBA 2K21, you will find the game with a file size of at least 150 GB. You can view the photo in the image below: In contrast to NBA 2K21 on PlayStation 4 right now, the game while still a hefty amount is roughly 87 GB. That is considered before patches and other updates that shipped post-launch. But for that to virtually double is truly mind boggling; especially seeing the PC version only asking for 110 GB at launch. For Xbox Series X|S, expect a similar amount as well. For those that yet to indulge themselves in the latest NBA 2K entry, we suggest you read out full review for the game. Rectify Gaming’s David Rodriguez tells his experience with the newest installment “cuts back on the VC grind, and provides a deep, satisfying game of basketball for new and old fans alike.” You can read the review in its entirety by heading here. Are you getting NBA 2K21 for next-gen consoles? NBA 2K21 is out now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S; coming to PlayStation 5 on November 12, 2020 & November 19, 2020. Source: Reddit

Take-Two Interactive Is Officially Acquiring Dirt Developer Codemasters

For the Rockstar Games and 2K parent company Take-Two Interactive, the amount of content that is funneled through from the subsidiary firms of the company is outstanding as franchises like Grand Theft Auto and NBA 2K is enough for the group to sit comfortably. However, alike many businesses, there is plenty of room for the firm to experiment and find new talent. For instance, 2K after more than a decade is returning to providing NFL games as part of a new collaboration with the National Football League. Another, again with 2K, is the revival of Bioshock as 2K formed dedicated studio Cloud Chamber to make the next installment. While the game is told to be years away, that it is happening proves Take-Two Interactive likes to take chances. The latest of the firm doing so is announcing to be acquiring United Kingdom studio Codemasters. The team is most recognized for pumping out several entries for the Dirt series as well as Grid and the F1 series as well. We are exceedingly pleased to announce this recommended transaction with the Board of Codemasters. Codemasters has a renowned history of creating some of our industry’s most beloved and commercially successful racing franchises, and we believe that their offerings will be highly complementary to our sports portfolio and enhance further our organization’s long-term growth. Moreover, we look forward to welcoming Codemasters’ senior management and development teams into our Take-Two family, and sharing in our vision to deliver the highest quality entertainment experiences and aim to be the most innovative, creative and efficient company in our industry. Strauss Zelnick, Take-Two Interactive Chairman and CEO In total, Take-Two Interactive is projected to be purchasing Codemasters for about $994 million upon adding up the price per share for the firm. Chairman of Codemasters Gerard Florin had this to share on the acquisition: “With a leading position in sports gaming, the Board of Codemasters firmly believes the Company will benefit from Take-Two’s broad capabilities which will help propel the long term success of Codemasters. “In recommending this offer to shareholders, the Board of Codemasters believes it is in the best interests of all stakeholders in the Company. Take-Two’s offer reflects the great work the management team has done since listing on AIM in 2018 at 200p and delivers an excellent return for shareholders in just two and a half years.” The purchase is projected to be finished by Q121 next year. What are your thoughts on Take-Two Interactive being the new owners of Codemasters? Source: Take-Two Interactive

First Was A Xbox Series X Fridge, Now A Fan Has Created A Minifridge For The Next-Gen Console

It was just at the end of October that Microsoft fully embraced the jokes and memes of the Xbox Series X’s appearance and announced the firm would be giving away a refrigerator that takes after the likeness of the system’s design. While there has been several images that offer the idea of the device being a functioning fridge, the firm went the extra mile and worked to make the fantasy a reality. Now taking inspiration from that and incorporating a closer to scale version of the next-generation console, one fan created a minifridge just in time for the release of Microsoft’s latest hardware. YouTuber Mundo Yakara Colombia uploaded a video recently sharing his journey to creating the miniature fridge which required more than 100 hours of labor to complete. You can watch the footage of the Xbox Series X minifridge in the video below: While the outcome of the piece does look to be as legitimate as the refrigerator that Microsoft was handing to one lucky fan last week, it is surprising once realizing that this Xbox Series X minifridge is a DIY project. From the size to the mirroring design and even the green lights within, it is worth giving the YouTuber some credit for creating this from memes passed around online. As mentioned, the Xbox Series X alongside the Xbox Series S are officially out, and with that comes benefits for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate owners. For console at least, users can now enjoy EA Play for free for no additional cost. You can read the full list of games that will be offered through the service by heading here. Would you buy a Xbox Series X minifridge?

Here’s The Full List Of EA Play Games Available Today For Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Users

Today, both Xbox Series X and the Xbox Series S launched globally. To welcome the two systems, Microsoft has finally kicked off the new perk for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers – access to EA Play for free. The initiative offers the additional service from Electronic Arts providing players with a full list of titles to choose from. Recently, Electronic Arts announced the latest addition for The Play List from Respawn Entertainment, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. However, there are well over dozens of other titles that will be playable from EA Play for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate users starting today stretching over three generations of Xbox. You can read the full list below: A Way Out (Xbox One) Alice: Madness Returns (Xbox 360) Anthem (Xbox One) Army of Two (Xbox 360) Battlefield 1 (Xbox One) Battlefield 1943 (Xbox 360) Battlefield 3 (Xbox 360) Battlefield 4 (Xbox One) Battlefield Bad Company (Xbox 360) Battlefield Bad Company 2 (Xbox 360) Battlefield Hardline Battlefield V (Xbox One) Bejeweled (Xbox 360) Black (Xbox) Burnout Paradise Remastered (Xbox One) Crysis (Xbox 360) Crysis 2 (Xbox 360) Crysis 3 (Xbox 360) Dante’s Inferno (Xbox 360) Dead Space (Xbox 360) Dead Space 2 (Xbox 360) Dead Space 3 (Xbox 360) Dead Space Ignition (Xbox 360) Dragon Age: Origins (Xbox 360) Dragon Age 2 (Xbox 360) Dragon Age: Inquisition (Xbox One) EA Sports FIFA 15 (Xbox One) EA Sports FIFA 16 (Xbox One) EA Sports FIFA 17 (Xbox One) EA Sports FIFA 18 (Xbox One) EA Sports FIFA 19 (Xbox One) EA Sports FIFA 20 (Xbox One) EA Sports Fight Night (Xbox 360) EA Sports Madden NFL 15 (Xbox One) EA Sports Madden NFL 16 (Xbox One) EA Sports Madden NFL 17 (Xbox One) EA Sports Madden NFL 19 (Xbox One) EA Sports Madden NFL 20 (Xbox One) EA Sports Madden NFL 25 (Xbox One) EA Sports NBA Live 15 (Xbox One) EA Sports NBA Live 16 (Xbox One) EA Sports NBA Live 18 (Xbox One) EA Sports NBA Live 19 (Xbox One) EA Sports NHL 15 (Xbox One) EA Sports NHL 16 (Xbox One) EA Sports NHL 17 (Xbox One) EA Sports NHL 18 (Xbox One) EA Sports NHL 19 (Xbox One) EA Sports NHL 20 (Xbox One) EA Sports Rory McIlroy PGA Tour (Xbox One) EA Sports UFC (Xbox One) EA Sports UFC 2 (Xbox One) EA Sports UFC 3 (Xbox One) Fe (Xbox One) Feeding Frenzy (Xbox 360) Feeding Franzy 2 (Xbox 360) Heavy Weapon (Xbox 360) Mass Effect (Xbox 360) Mass Effect 2 (Xbox 360) Mass Effect 3 (Xbox 360) Mass Effect: Andromeda Medal of Honor: Airborne (Xbox 360) Mirror’s Edge (Xbox 360) Mirror’s Edge Catalyst (Xbox One) Need for Speed (Xbox One) Need for Speed Rivals (Xbox One) Need for Speed Heat (Xbox One) Need for Speed Payback (Xbox One) Peggle (Xbox 360) Peggle 2 (Xbox One) Plants vs. Zombies (Xbox 360) Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare (Xbox One) Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 (Xbox One) Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare: Battle for Neighborville (Xbox One) Rocket Arena (Xbox One) Sea of Solitude (Xbox One) Shadows of the Damned (Xbox 360) Skate 3 (Xbox 360) SSX (Xbox 360) Star Wars Battlefront (Xbox One) Star Wars Battlefront II (Xbox One) Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (Xbox One) The Sims 4 (Xbox One) Titanfall (Xbox One) Titanfall 2 (Xbox One) Unravel (Xbox One) Unravel Two (Xbox One) Zuma (Xbox 360) Zuma’s Revenge (Xbox 360) In addition to Microsoft welcoming aboard Electronic Art’s subscription service to Xbox Game Pass, the Xbox company on Monday also introduced another dozen titles that will be coming to the Xbox Game Pass library. Marketed next-generation experiences like Tetris Effect: Connect and Gears Tactics are welcomed alongside the highly anticipated Beyond Light expansion for Destiny 2 all ship for the service starting today. Additionally, Electronic Arts also offers a selection of is published titles to xCloud today. While some were featured for the cloud streaming initiative before it launched, these titles are here to stay. You can read the full report by heading here. Which games are you most interested to play first from Xbox Game Pass? Source: Microsoft