The general mood around the show floors of the Los Angeles Convention Center was that this year’s E3 --the gaming industry’s biggest convention-- was an odd one. Partly it was because of marquee absentees. PlayStation were not there, Activision limited its presence to a (controversial) panel on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, while other gaming companies brought less to bear. Schedules did not seem quite so packed, while the almost viral excitement of "must-see" games emerging from closed demonstrations felt few and far between. But this kind of transitional show is notable because it is the calm before the storm. The gaming industry is about to enter not only a new generation of consoles, but seemingly a new way to access games altogether in the form of multiple, Netflix and Spotify-style subscription services. Yes, E3 2019 may have seemed quieter than usual, but perhaps because we are on the cusp of one of the most significant sea-changes in the industry for a while. … [Read more...] about E3 2019: The future of gaming is a monthly fee
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Best games of E3 2019: From Star Wars to Cyberpunk
E3 2019, the gaming calendar's biggest event, has closed its doors for another year. Since last Saturday, the gaming industry's biggest and brightest has been showing their wares. We've had a new console reveal (sort of) in the form of Project Scarlett, plenty of talk of streaming and subscriptions and we've had Keanu Reeves. But as ever with E3, the real stars of the show are the games themselves. That's why we're all here, squeezing into press conferences and scouring the show floor to find the best titles to play. So from stageshow blockbusters to behind closed door gems, here are the best games of E3 2019. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 The reveal that Nintendo are making a sequel to Breath of the Wild --one of the finest games ever made-- was a tease, but what a tease it was. Perfectly judged to prompt feverish speculation. Did the appearance of Princess Zelda alongside our usual hero Link mean she will finally be playable or, more disruptive yet, mean co-op Zelda. It … [Read more...] about Best games of E3 2019: From Star Wars to Cyberpunk
“We want 5 billion players”
As EMEA Executive Director for one of the world’s largest video game publishers, Alain Corre is uniquely placed to assess the state of an industry on the brink of a revolution. For generations gamers have indulged their passions by purchasing a physical disc or cartridge and inserting it into a physical box, usually connected to a television in their homes. However, with new streaming and subscription services on the horizon - not to mention the next super-powerful iterations of the Xbox and PlayStation - Ubisoft’s stated aim of reaching five billion gamers no longer seems like the stuff of fantasy. Greeting The Telegraph in a private room on top of Ubisoft’s enormous booth in the Los Angeles Convention Centre’s West Hall, Corre is almost in a unique place physically as well. Rivals Electronic Arts and Activision are notable absentees from what feels like one of the least glamorous E3 show floors in some time. As evidenced by their bombastic press … [Read more...] about “We want 5 billion players”
5 Ideas of Having Fun in Internet
The internet is filled with endless opportunities for having fun and learning new tricks and ideas. It has so much content and fun activities like playing games that will slay boredom and give you fresh ideas. However, with so many activities to choose from, it can be quite daunting to find something productive that suits your mood. You, therefore, need to narrow them down so that you can get the most out of the internet. In this article, we will look at 5 productive things to do on the internet.Play GamesThere are plenty of games on the internet that you can play to kill time. You can choose games to play by yourself or with others from the hundreds of options available. Examples of these games include puzzle games, first-person shooter games, online multiplayer board games, city building games, strategy and war games, and many more.A crucial tip is to find browser-based games that do not require you to download any software in order to play them. All you need is to visit the website … [Read more...] about 5 Ideas of Having Fun in Internet
Netflix to release free Stranger Things mobile game in 2020
Netflix has announced that a free Pokemon Go-style game based on its zombie TV show Stranger Things will be released in 2020. The mobile game will integrate Google Maps so players can "explore The Upside Down hidden around them in their daily travels and work with fellow fans to fight back its emerging evils." The streaming powerhouse is looking to expand its original shows into other media, and the idea for a Stranger Things video game sprang up after its successful first season, Netflix director of interactive gaming Chris Lee said during a panel discussion at the premier industry gathering known as E3. "It was like music to my ears," Lee said. "We are actually hoping to bring people into our franchises through games." Stranger Things writers are gamers, as are the show's characters and many of its fans, so a full-blown title building on adventures in the series was a natural fit, according to show writer Paul Dichter. The game aims to stay true to the original … [Read more...] about Netflix to release free Stranger Things mobile game in 2020