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Halo Infinite’s First Gameplay Could Premiere In July

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Time Stamp: May 5, 2020 9:01 AM - Modified On: May 5, 2020 - Published By:
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Despite being less than a year away from release, Microsoft has shown no gameplay footage for the much-anticipated Xbox Series X launch title, Halo Infinite. That could change relatively soon, as Microsoft confirmed that its Xbox 20/20 event in July will focus on Xbox Game Studios titles.Given that Halo Infinite is perhaps the biggest Xbox Game Studios title we know about so far, and that it's a launch title for the new console, it's expected that the first gameplay or at least new details on the project will be divulged

Xbox 20/20: Join Us as We Look into the Future of Xbox

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Time Stamp: May 5, 2020 9:01 AM - Modified On: May 5, 2020 - Published By:
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What was already going to be a once-in-a-generation year for gaming – a new generation of consoles, a wave of new next-generation games, and the launch of new ways to play with game streaming – 2020 has become the year that challenged us all and tested every commitment we’ve made in the face of COVID-19. Difficult tests tend to reveal your true priorities, and for us they are the health and safety of our employees, our fans and partners. We also want to be transparent in letting our players know

PSA: Don’t Expect Halo Infinite Gameplay At The Xbox Series X Event This Week

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Time Stamp: May 3, 2020 7:02 PM - Modified On: May 3, 2020 - Published By:
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The Xbox Series X games showcase on May 7 promises to be a big and exciting event, featuring next-generation gameplay footage for a series of titles. But there is something very important to remember. Microsoft has said this event will focus on titles from its "global development partners."This means you should expect to see footage of titles like Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla and others from third-party publishers, but not games from Xbox Games Studios like Halo Infinite.Xbox marketing executive Aaron Greenberg confirmed on Twitter that Microsoft is planning a separate,

Shacknews Stimulus Games 2020 – Wreckfest Shackbattle May Tournament

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Time Stamp: May 3, 2020 4:41 AM - Modified On: May 3, 2020 - Published By:
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The Shacknews Stimulus Games 2020 are set to continue tonight at 9:30 PM ET with a very special Shacknews Stimulus Games 2020 - Wreckfest Shackbattle May Tournament. Tonight, we are having a very special Shackbattle. Please take a look. [embedded content] Shacknews Stimulus Games 2020 - Wreckfest Shackbattle May Tournament: 6 individual races, top 5 get points, after the races, points added up First Place - $300 Amazon Space Bucks  Second Place - $200 Amazon Space Bucks  Third Place - $100 Amazon Space Bucks  6 Team races, top 3 get points,

Valve delays DOTA 2’s The International due to COVID-19

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Time Stamp: May 1, 2020 3:20 AM - Modified On: May 1, 2020 - Published By:
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With player and viewer safety in mind, the DOTA 2 Championships will be delayed until next year. Even the mighty gaming industry isn’t immune to the world-changing effects of COVID-19. The International, DOTA 2’s Championship competition, has been delayed until 2021. The International delayed until 2021 On April 30, 2020, Valve made an announcement on the DOTA 2 blog that The International had been postponed from this year until next. The news comes as COVID-19 continues to be a major health concern. With limits on public gatherings, holding a massive

Fortnite World Cup 2020 canceled as competition pivots online due to coronavirus

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Epic Games is about to move all competition for the foreseeable future online in 2020, which unfortunately means canceling the Fortnite World Cup. The Fortnite World Cup has been a spectacle of competitive battle royale as Epic Games strives from year to year to outdo themselves and put on what was becoming an annual competition. Unfortunately, coronavirus has been a non-stop factor to shutting down gaming events and esports in 2020 and even Fortnite isn’t exempt from issues regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Epic has officially announced that Fortnite World Cup

Xbox Series X First Look will show off new games next week

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Time Stamp: April 30, 2020 8:16 PM - Modified On: April 30, 2020 - Published By:
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Ready to hear about what games you can expect to see on the Xbox Series X? Looks like you're about to get your wish. It's finally time. Microsoft is giving the people what they want in an upcoming episode of Inside Xbox. On Thursday, May 7, a special episode of Inside Xbox will present a First Look at games for the Xbox Series X. The information was shred via tweet this afternoon. "You want to see games for the Xbox Series X? We want to show you games for the

Evening Reading – April 28, 2020

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Time Stamp: April 29, 2020 8:16 AM - Modified On: April 29, 2020 - Published By:
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Hey Shacknews, it's time for Evening Reading Let's close out our day of posting. Please take a look. In case you missed it at Shacknews: [embedded content] The Valve Index jumped 200% on news that The Pentagon released footage of UFOs, increasing hopes that Half-Life 3 may also be real.https://t.co/6OxwIeZbfZ — TheValveIndex (@TheValveIndex) April 29, 2020 And now some random stuff from the Internet... The food supply chain is being strained by the pandemic “The food supply chain is breaking,” Tyson Foods warns in a full page ad in NYT

New Assassin’s Creed Game’s Setting Being Revealed On A Stream

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Time Stamp: April 29, 2020 8:01 AM - Modified On: April 29, 2020 - Published By:
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Ubisoft has kicked off a stream that will reveal the setting of the next Assassin's Creed game. Interestingly, the setting will be revealed via a unique piece of artwork produced by BossLogic, an acclaimed artist known for his awesome Street Fighter pieces and, more recently, his collaborations with Marvel and DC.BossLogic will be streaming his progress and, by the end of the showcase, we'll know where the new Assassin's Creed will take place. Those who watch the official stream on Twitch have a chance to earn a drop for a

Overwatch League MVP Sinatraa reportedly retiring to play pro Valorant

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Time Stamp: April 29, 2020 1:06 AM - Modified On: April 29, 2020 - Published By:
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Reigning Overwatch League MVP Jay 'Sinatraa' Won is sending shockwaves across esports, as he reportedly plans to retire from the league and shift to professional Valorant. There have been frequent comparisons between Valorant, Riot Games' new team-based shooter, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. After all, the two share some significant commonalities. There have also been a few comparisons between Valorant and Overwatch, Blizzard's team-based shooter, the latter of which has a massive esports league. And that esports league is about to lose its best player to Riot's new hotness, because it