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Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha Ring (2004.200317-0000)

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Hey Alpha ring users! Today’s Xbox Insider Release Notes highlight the latest fixes, known issues, and features coming to your console. Starting at 2 p.m. PT today, users will receive the latest 2004 Xbox One system update (build: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_200419041.1781.200317-0000). Keep reading for more details. System Update Details: OS version released: RS_XBOX_RELEASE_200419041.1781.200317-0000 Available: 2 p.m. PT – March 18, 2020 Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – March 19, 2020 Fixes for Alpha We’ve heard your feedback, and we’re happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented for this 2004 build: Achievements

Pokemon Sword & Shield Update Fixes Hacked Pokemon Crash

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Time Stamp: March 18, 2020 11:53 AM - Modified On: March 18, 2020 - Published By:
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Nintendo has rolled out a new update for Pokemon Sword and Shield. The patch notes on Nintendo's support website simply say the v1.1.1 update "fixed several issues to improve gameplay experience," but it appears one of these was a dreaded crash caused by hacked Pokemon.Many players have recently reported that they've received hacked Pokemon through Surprise Trade, which would cause the game to crash when trying to access the Y-Comm menu. Pokemon fansite Serebii reports that the new Sword and Shield patch resolves this issue, so you should be able

‘Teamfight Tactics’ Releases This Week on iOS and Android

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Teamfight Tactics originally debuted within League of Legends was announced to release as a standalone game on mobile with full cross play across mobile and PC. We’ve been following it for a while now across its updates and closed betas in a few regions. Riot Games just announced that Teamfight Tactics will be hitting the App Store and Google Play this week for free after originally announcing a March release window. The release comes with the Galaxies patch which is a major update to the game that introduces a new

Overwatch League announces online match format & March/April schedule

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Time Stamp: March 18, 2020 12:46 AM - Modified On: March 18, 2020 - Published By:
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Following cancelation of live matches due to risk of COVID-19, the Overwatch League has announced its plans to resume in an online format along with a March and April schedule. No matter if there’s a global pandemic or not, the world keeps moving. The coronavirus has disrupted a huge portion of industry around the world, but esports is arguably in a place to recover and get back to business the best as Overwatch League has helped to prove. The League is moving to an online format in lieu of canceled

Read The Heartfelt Note That Ubisoft’s CEO Sent To Employees About COVID-19

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Time Stamp: March 17, 2020 9:48 PM - Modified On: March 17, 2020 - Published By:
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Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has sent a memo to the company's global staff regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. It's a heartfelt and emotional note wherein Guillemot commends his teams for their effort and contributions during this trying time."We are now in a pandemic, with far-reaching effects on our daily lives," Guillemot said in the memo, which was obtained by Kotaku. "At this exceptional juncture, it is essential that we take special care of ourselves and our loved ones. The health and well-being of Ubisoft team members is our primary concern, and

GTA Online And Red Dead Online Events Will Continue During Coronavirus, Rockstar Says

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Time Stamp: March 17, 2020 7:01 PM - Modified On: March 17, 2020 - Published By:
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Despite the coronavirus (COVID-19) threatening to disrupt its development workflow, Rockstar Games isn't planning to stop its ongoing content updates for Grand Theft Auto Online and Red Dead Online.In a message posted on its official Twitter page, Rockstar Games said it is maintaining a weekly programming schedule and more events and activities for Grand Theft Auto Online and Red Dead Online are coming. These are typically a mix of experience bonuses, new missions, and clothing items, and they occasionally contain older content brought back for a limited time.Like several other

Next Smash Bros Ultimate Fighters Pass 2 Direct delayed due to COVID-19

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According to a recent Famitsu interview, Smash Bros director Masahiro Sakurai has stated that the next presentation of Smash Bros Ultimate Fighters Pass 2 DLC has been delayed. As containment and concerns over the global pandemic of COVID-19 have continued, many developers including Nintendo have opted to work remotely. Even so, usual plans have been disrupted entirely. According to a recent interview, Super Smash Bros Ultimate Director Masahiro Sakurai revealed that plans for a Nintendo Direct featuring the next Smash Ultimate Fighters Pass 2 character have been delayed due to

The Best Games For Hanging Out With Your Friends Online

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Time Stamp: March 17, 2020 4:02 PM - Modified On: March 17, 2020 - Published By:
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Borderlands 3 -- Alessandro Fillari, EditorAs I mentioned in GameSpot's recurring series Now Playing, the fun that's in the Borderlands series can be something of an acquired taste. Though Borderlands 3 often feels like it should have come out about three years ago, it still possesses some stellar shooting mechanics and a vibrant aesthetic. With over 100 hours in the game's looter-shooter loop, I can say that it offers some of the most bizarre, and dumb fun I've had in an FPS in a long time. Though there's a lot

Apex Legends Evo Shields Will Stay Following System Override Collection Event

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Time Stamp: March 17, 2020 3:10 PM - Modified On: March 17, 2020 - Published By:
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Following the conclusion of Apex Legends' System Override Event, which officially wrapped up on March 17, developer Respawn Entertainment confirmed that the new Evo Shields are here to stay.This item was exclusive to the Deja Loot LTE. Now that System Override is done, Evo Shields can be seen in Ranked, the quick-play mode Play Apex, and "limited-time modes moving forward."Evo Shields are upgradeable armor pieces that progressively grow stronger as you deal damage to enemies. Despite it starting out weaker than a common white body shield, rain enough bullets on