RELATED: Early Examples of Parallel Universes in Film & TV Then there are those games that sit between these two. Games that are set in the real world, with some elements changed drastically from what’s expected. From alternate histories to dimensional rifts, these worlds take the reality everyone is familiar with and twist it into something new and fantastical. 8 Control Control is set in a world that looks the same as the real one at first glance....
Based on what he and the company have seen so far, Raines is confident in the Switch’s abilities. During the briefing, it was disclosed that early metrics are showing that GameStop PowerUp Rewards members are aware of the console and they’re interested. The company reports twenty-seven percent of these members, who know of the console, plan to buy it. These numbers are comparible to those for the Xbox One at a similar point in time....
The EA E3 2018 press conference also featured the reveal of Madden NFL 19. When video game retailer GameStop tweeted about the new sports game, one fan promptly responded, asking whether the new Madden title would feature a battle royale mode too. GameStop answered the question, joking that if it was to add a battle royale, “we got dibs on Ray Rice.” GameStop’s tweet appears to be in reference to Ray Rice’s criminal history....
The £85.3 m summer signing from Tottenham Hotspur missed out on last two games with a thigh injury as Real Madrid extended their unbeaten start. Bale, though, did make his debut in the 2-2 draw away at Villarreal and also played as a substitute in the 6-1 Champions League away win over Galatasaray. “I think he will be ready for Saturday, no problem,” said Mardid coach Carlo Ancelotti. Real Madrid’s opponents Atletico Madrid have won all their six games so far this season and are joint league leaders along with Barcelona....
Following the sacking of Andy Flower by the ECB, rumours have been doing the rounds that Gary Kirsten was approached to take up the coaching role of England cricket team, who have been left reeling after the recent Ashes debacle. Kirsten, who stepped down as South Africa’s coach last July, said that he was still not ready to take an overseas appointment. Kirsten, who led the Proteas to the top spot in the world Test rankings, specified the time being spent away from his family as the reason behind his doubts about returning to international cricket....
In a since-deleted Facebook post, O’Connor, who chairs the Lamar County Democratic Party, criticized Scott after the Republican delivered a rebuttal to President Joe Biden’s Congressional address. “I had hoped that Scott might show some common sense, but it seems clear he is little more than an oreo with no real principles,” he wrote. The term “oreo” is sometimes used as a disparaging and offensive slur for a “Black person who is regarded as having adopted the attitudes, values, and behavior thought to be characteristic of middle-class white society, often at the expense of their own heritage,” according to Dictionary....
The world’s four top players – Australia’s Jason Day, Americans Dustin Johnson and Jordan Spieth, and Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy – all declined to compete at the Olympics at the Marapendi course, reports Efe. Player, winner of 165 titles, on Thursday said he did not understand how so many star golfers could refuse to compete at Rio 2016 due to fear of the Zika virus. “They don’t want to promote golf, they don’t realise how lucky they are, they don’t realise what the Olympic Games mean to the sport,” Player said....
Four states on the East Coast have declared a state of emergency in response to the cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline, prompting panic buying at gas stations and a wave of Always Sunny memes and jokes on Twitter. Several gas stations across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Virginia have now run out of fuel. The pipeline, which delivers about 45 percent of the fuel consumed on the East Coast, was hit by a ransomware attack on Friday....
Fiorentina were beaten 2-1 on Thursday in the second leg of the semi-final tie, Atalanta advancing 5-4 on aggregate following February’s eventful opening 90 minutes in Florence. Luis Muriel opened the scoring inside three minutes but Josip Ilicic soon converted from the spot and Atalanta captain Alejandro Gomez netted in the second half to set up a first final since 1996 for his side. Atalanta are fifth in the table, level on points with fourth-placed AC Milan and in contention for Champions League football next season but, with five league outings still to go, Gasperini does not want his players to switch off ahead of next month’s Coppa showdown with Lazio....
Decreasing the size of the stomach limits the amount of food you can eat, which helps you lose weight quickly. The surgery may also lead to hormonal changes that make you feel hungry less often. This article takes a closer look at the purpose of gastric sleeve surgery, the criteria you must meet to be eligible for it, and tests and labs to expect. Diagnoses Related to Gastric Sleeve Surgery The main goal of gastric sleeve surgery is to aid weight loss to prevent or improve medical conditions associated with obesity....
Gattuso’s side had taken a 1-0 lead on the night through Hakan Calhanoglu’s stunning long-range strike, cutting the aggregate score to 2-1 in Arsenal’s favour. But six minutes before half-time, Welbeck seemed to go to ground in the area under minimal contact from Ricardo Rodriguez, with referee Jonas Eriksson subsequently pointing to the spot. Milan never recovered and Arsenal ultimately added further goals from Granit Xhaka and Welbeck in the second half, but Gattuso was keen to not lay the blame entirely at the feet of the referee....
RELATED: Every Gears Of War 2 Weapon, Ranked Delta squad member, Damon Baird, used to be one of the main sources of laughs in the early games. He was sarcastic, quick-witted, and extremely blunt. And he perfectly complemented the more energetic comedic stylings of his buddy Cole Train. Unfortunately, because of his reduced screen time in Gears 4 and 5, he didn’t get as much chance to crack wise. As a reminder of how funny the character can be, here is a collection of his most hilarious lines....
If you missed our or are dying for more, don’t fret, your time is coming. The Gears of War 3 beta schedule has been updated by Epic Games and each week from here on out, another map and or mode will be added. We’re currently in phase 1 with the next phase set to roll out in four days, adding the ‘King of the Hill’ mode and the cool Trenches map....
With Game Room, Microsoft promises you a virtual arcade of your very own. Customize the decor, hand pick the games, and invite your friends. Currently home to classic arcade, Atari 2600, and Intellivision games, everyone should be able to find something to play. Game Room’s separation from the rest of Xbox LIVE Arcade is puzzling, and the interface is lousy with menus, but the experience largely delivers as promised....
RELATED: Popular Gaming Myths (That Aren’t True) Not every video game monster is an antagonist. Some of them are friendly, while others are passive creatures. No matter their role in the story, a good monster design can really elevate a work. Here are some of the best ever. 10 Pokemon Let’s get this one in right off of the bat. Pokemon is, to most people, the game that comes to mind when it comes to monsters....
Mario’s younger brother, Luigi, is one of the franchise’s most popular characters, as well as one of its most memed. Whether he’s hunting down ghosts in his mansions, or giving players the death stare in Mario Kart, Luigi has an unmatchable personality and charm. Last year, the internet was set ablaze when Super Mario 64 dataminers uncovered a Luigi model within the game, after decades of rumors that the character was somehow unlockable or simply present to begin with....
Xbox consoles had a bit of a rocky start in its humble beginnings with the original console failing to keep up with the PlayStation 2. However, things took a turn for the better when the Xbox 360 became one of Microsoft’s best-selling consoles. RELATED: Xbox 360 Gamer Makes Vector Illustration Fan Art for the Console Reddit user HypebeastTatted posted a picture of the rug they made in the shape and design of the Xbox logo....
RELATED: Hard to Find Original Xbox Games That Aren’t Backwards Compatible This becomes more of an issue as older systems begin failing with age and emulation remains imperfect. Countless issues make it difficult to keep games preserved in their original states, and many games have already fallen issue to this. From games that have drastically changed from their original releases to games no longer available on modern systems, to games that simply don’t work anymore as hardware has become incompatible, these are all titles that have become difficult to play in their original form....
Some games actually penalize good choices. This often manifests as more difficult gameplay, but it can also lead to narrative drawbacks. Some might say this emphasizes the moral complexities of real life. After all, being a hero just isn’t worth the hassle. 7 Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic On the outset, playing a Star Wars game as a Jedi would seem the more heroic choice. Indeed, companions in KOTOR respond more warmly and form deeper bonds with those who practice good karma....
RELATED: Story-Driven Games You Can Play In Co-Op There are many run-of-the-mill co-op games out there that are based on generic objective-based gameplay, but some of the best ones feature unique and memorable gameplay mechanics that are specifically designed for cooperative gameplay mechanics that involve coordinated inputs from multiple players. 10 Splinter Cell Conviction Splinter Cell Conviction is over a decade since its release and still lives up as a memorable and enjoyable action game....
