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Sony Reverses Horizon Forbidden West PlayStation4/5 Console Upgrade Decision

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Top GamesSony has reversed its controversial decision to bar dual entitlement for Horizon Forbidden West between the PlayStation 4 and 5. / GuerrillaSony has reversed its controversial decision to bar dual entitlement for Horizon Forbidden West between the PlayStation 4 and 5.The abrupt policy rescinding allegedly stemmed from the massive fan backlash once the decision was announced earlier this year. Because of circumstances outside of everyone’s control—i.e.: the novel coronavirus global pandemic—the title was delayed out of the developer’s initial sights. Therefore, despite originally being included under the free dual

Tokyo Game Show 2020 canceled over coronavirus concerns

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One of the last of the major gaming events for 2020 is biting the dust, as Tokyo Game Show 2020 will be held digitally. At this point, it feels like every last event for the year has been canceled due to COVID-19. And while Japan appears to be getting over the hump when it comes to the ongoing pandemic, the organizers behind Tokyo Game Show are not about to take any chances. On Thursday, the Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association confirmed that this year's show will not take place and instead

Paris Games week canceled due to coronavirus, no digital event planned

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Another event bites the dust, again related to the COVID-19 outbreak that's plaguing the world right now, unfortunately. Another day, another event taken away from the gaming populace thanks to the novel coronavirus pandemic. Now, Paris Games Week has announced it will no longer be taking place this year. The event's organizer SELL (Union of Publishers of Leisure Software) took to its official blog to announce the cancellation. This year's show would have marked the 10th year of the Paris Games Week celebration, but it wasn't meant to be, due

Zenimax and Bethesda pledge $1 million to fight coronavirus pandemic

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Time Stamp: April 27, 2020 8:15 PM - Modified On: April 27, 2020 - Published By:
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The money will be split up between UNICEF, Direct Relief, and organizations local to Bethesda's studios around the world. Bethesda and parent company Zenimax Media are doing their part to help those affected by the novel coronavirus pandemic. The companies will be donating $1 million to organizations on the frontlines of the fight against the virus. The money will go to support UNICEF, Direct Relief, and companies local to Bethesda's worldwide studios. The publisher also plans to hold a special fundraiser via Twitch with Bethesda employees playing games from home.

Amazon’s New World gets hit with delay to late summer

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Time Stamp: April 10, 2020 2:10 AM - Modified On: April 10, 2020 - Published By:
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The coronavirus adds another delay notch to its belt, this time at the expense of Amazon's promising MMO New World. As large chunks of the world remain sequestered due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, the working conditions continue to wreak havoc on the video game industry. This time, logistical complications due to the quarantine have affected the planned May launch of New World, Amazon Game Studios' upcoming MMO.  [embedded content] "Like most of you, our entire team has been sequestered as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Watch Microsoft’s GDC Stream: Xbox Series X, Gears 5, XCloud, And More Panels

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Time Stamp: March 17, 2020 1:41 PM - Modified On: March 17, 2020 - Published By:
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Despite being postponed due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Game Developers Conference is still continuing as a digital event, with talks being streamed throughout the week on Twitch. As part of this, Microsoft will hold its two-day Game Stack presentation, during which the company intends to talk more about Project xCloud and the Xbox Series X, among other things. You'll be able to watch it all here on GameSpot.Microsoft's "New Chapter in Gaming" panel will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 11:55 AM PT / 2:55 PM

A Note From GameSpot About The Novel Coronavirus

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Time Stamp: March 16, 2020 6:52 PM - Modified On: March 16, 2020 - Published By:
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The novel coronavirus' impact is widespread, affecting work, public events, travel, schools, and much more. Most importantly, it's having a real impact on people's lives--their health, their livelihood, their relationships. Its impact is being felt within our industry as major gaming events are canceled, movies delayed, and productions postponed, at a time when so many of us are turning to games, movies, and TV to help keep our spirits up and to stay connected.At GameSpot, we always aim to give you, our audience, the best and most comprehensive coverage of