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Xbox Series X Controller Designer Explains Improved Ergonomics, Revised D-Pad, And More

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Xbox Series X is due out this holiday season, and as usual, the new console will launch with a redesigned Xbox controller. This time the controller sports a few new features like a Share button, but otherwise sticks closely to the existing Xbox One design. Senior designer Ryan Whitaker explained some of the decision-making on the Xbox blog.The new controller has made subtle changes to the ergonomics to fit a wider range of hand sizes, especially smaller ones. Whitaker said the goal was to fit the hands of an average

Best Blu-Ray Deals To Keep You Occupied While Hunkered Down At Home

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If you're looking for something to pass the time while social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic, Best Buy and Amazon have some great Blu-ray deals on movies and TV shows right now. Both retailers are also hosting a buy two 4K UHD Blu-rays promotion for $30, and Best Buy has buy two standard Blu-rays for $20, too. So if you've exhausted your watch list on your favorite streaming services, now's the time to stock up on some fun Blu-ray escapism.In the movies department, you can save a ton on a

Xbox Series X: Official Specs, Target Performance, And More Revealed

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Microsoft has revealed numerous new details regarding all the technical aspects of its upcoming Xbox Series X in an Xbox Wire post an accompanying report from Digital Foundry. Included is the first full specifications sheet for the new console, confirming CPU and GPU speeds, storage requirements, and target performance metrics.The Xbox Series X will feature 12 teraflops of performance, built off AMD's new RDNA 2 architecture. The GPU will feature 16GB of GDDR6 memory across a variable memory bus--10GB will run at 560GB/s, while the remaining 6GB will run at

All Movie Theaters In Los Angeles And New York Will Close

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Time Stamp: March 16, 2020 12:10 AM - Modified On: March 16, 2020 - Published By:
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Keen moviegoers will have to satisfy themselves with films they can stream at home, as New York Mayor Bill de Blasio and Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti have ordered all cinemas to close in the two bustling cities, according to the Hollywood Reporter.This move will include New York's AMC Empire, the top grossing cinema in the USA, as well as venues such as nightclubs and concert venues in New York, and gyms, bars, and arcades in Los Angeles.The closures will officially come into effect as of 9 AM on March

Phantasy Star Online 2 Will Release With A Ragol Nostalgia Pack

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Time Stamp: March 15, 2020 11:02 PM - Modified On: March 15, 2020 - Published By:
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As Phantasy Star Online 2's North American beta finally approaches, the team has announced the Ragol Edition, a pack that will include classic PSO outfits, Mag devices, accessories and more for $30.Celebrate the Phantasy Star Online legacy with the Ragol Edition! This pack includes Ragol Memories, which can be exchanged for classic PSO outfits, Mag devices, accessories, and more! Visit https://t.co/q36tOQ9xNq for more information! pic.twitter.com/UNHqKvmElu — Phantasy Star Online 2 (NA) (@play_pso2) March 13, 2020The pack will launch with the Xbox One open beta on March 17, and is just

Lord Of The Rings TV Show Stops Production Due To COVID-19

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Production on the big-budget Lord of the Rings TV show in New Zealand has been shut down amid concerns around COVID-19 (coronavirus). The New Zealand Herald reports that the shutdown was ordered on Sunday evening. Production will be suspended for at least two weeks.A memo sent to cast and crew also mentioned that "there are no clear answers to when we will resume production." This is a big move for one of the largest productions in the world, as the Lord of the Rings show employs a gargantuan staff of

Remembering E3’s Biggest Moments And Announcements

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Time Stamp: March 13, 2020 9:17 PM - Modified On: March 13, 2020 - Published By:
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E3 is one of the biggest yearly events in the games industry with an extensive history packed with exciting and memorable moments. While it may be canceled this year, that won't stop us from reminiscing about E3's from days gone. After all, there's a lot to talk about.Below you can find GameSpot's personal favorite moments from E3's over two-decade long history. But what are some of your favorite moments? Which announcement or press conference got you to flip your living room table, or cringe at the awkwardness? Shout out your

State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition Available Now

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SummaryAvailable for Xbox Game Pass, Xbox One, Windows 10 PC, Steam and the Epic Games Store.Includes all three add-on packs released to-date: Independence Pack, Daybreak Pack, and State of Decay 2: Heartland.Over seven million State of Decay 2 players will enjoy State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition at release. State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition is the next evolution of Undead Labs’ popular zombie survival fantasy game series, and it becomes available for zed hunters across the globe today! Last month we shared a sneak peek into what the community

Your Lucky Stars Are Shining Bright in Trove on Xbox One

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Time Stamp: March 12, 2020 6:45 PM - Modified On: March 12, 2020 - Published By:
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Why, hello there, Trovian! It’s me, Qubesly! I’ve come with great news: St. Qubeslick’s Day is back, and with it your luck is on the rise. Come test your fortune in six new adventures that will have you leaping with joy at the rewards. Prove your mettle in clearing out infestations of darkness lurking in all those dungeons all over Trove, and you may just find that the loot they provide has been proven to be extra providential. Not only that, but in a fortuitous turn of events, you can

Epic Free-to-Play MMORPG Bless Unleashed Launches Today on Xbox One

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Bandai Namco Entertainment America, along with developer Round 8 Studio, are excited to announce that the open world action MMORPG Bless Unleashed is now available for free on Xbox One. Gather your friends and allies to take on massive monsters – or other players – as you journey through the land of Lumios to uncover your role amongst divine secrets. Choose between five classic fantasy classes to jump into the action. Berserker – Axe-wielding warriors who channel rage to do extra damage. The Berserker isn’t the quickest class, but they