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Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse Trailer: Breakdown And Easter Eggs
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The Biggest PC Games Of E3 2018
Biggest PS4 Games Of E3 2018: Death Stranding, The Last Of Us 2, And More
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Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse Trailer: Breakdown And Easter Eggs

By Mat Elfring on Jun 06, 2018 10:10 pm

Sony is taking the plunge and jumping into the Marvel Ultimate Universe. For the non-Marvel nerds out there, the Ultimate Universe--also known as Earth-1610--is a separate universe from main continuity, featuring most of the characters you know and love with a twist to them. Additionally, death is relatively permanent in the 1610, so if you die, you're not coming back. You hear that, Jean Grey?

The first trailer for Sony's upcoming animated feature Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse was just released, and it dives into quite a bit of Marvel lore, including the Ultimate Universe and beyond. We looked at the new trailer and are breaking it down to see what we know about the movie and its connection to the comics.

Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse comes out on December 14, and if you want more Spider-Man, we recently learned Jake Gyllenhaal was in talks to play a villain in the Homecoming sequel, and there's a new trailer for the upcoming Venom movie, starring Tom Hardy.

Meet Miles Morales And His Father

We are first introduced to Miles Morales as he gets a ride to school from his father, Jefferson Davis. Miles is still in high school, and his father is an NYC police officer. This sticks close to the source material, although Davis has a pretty crazy backstory--in the comics--that involved secretly working with Nick Fury in his younger years, to help SHIELD keep an eye on the underworld. Additionally, Davis has a brother, Aaron, who is very much a part of that criminal element.

Fun fact: Aaron Davis appears in Spider-Man: Homecoming. He's played by Donald Glover, who also voiced Miles Morales on the Ultimate Spider-Man cartoon.

Spider-Man Is Alive

It's established early on that Spider-Man is alive and well in New York City. In the comics, Miles Morales makes his first appearance in Ultimate Fallout #4, a mini-series that revolves around the aftermath of Peter Parker/Spider-Man's death. Miles Morales and Ultimate Spider-Man didn't cross paths, until Marvel decided to bring Ultimate Peter back from the dead, right before the Ultimate Universe was destroyed.

This Is Not Our Universe

It's well-established that the universe featured in the movie is not the one we live in nor the MCU. There's a shot of what looks like a Coca-Cola billboard, but it says "Koca-Soda." It seems Miles, who is narrating the trailer, knows there are multiple universes as well.

Green Goblin Is Here

There are a few shots of the Green Goblin in the trailer, and yes, this look is a big departure from what most people are familiar with, but it matches up exceptionally well with the Ultimate Green Goblin version. In that comic, Norman Osborn tries to recreate the Super Soldier Serum, but an accident turns him into this monster, who also has pyrokinetic powers.

Spider-Senses

Although Spider-Man has spider-sense powers in Homecoming, there wasn't a clear indication of how it works--Infinity War gave us a better idea. In Into The Spider-Verse, we get a clear indication that Miles' spider-senses are tingling, alerting the hero to danger. It is very reminiscent to the classic Steve Ditko-era of comics with the wavy lines next to Miles' head.

Your Inner-Monologue Is Showing

There is a brief scene where Miles is running down the street and caption boxes appear behind him. One of the boxes is "It was a normal spider." It seems like we're getting a full origin story for the film, which is fine. What's really cool is the incorporation of the caption boxes into the movie.

That Doesn't Look Like A Normal Spider

Is this the spider that bit Miles? More than likely, yes it is, and it totally doesn't look like a normal spider. In the comics, Miles gets bitten at his Uncle Aaron's apartment, and Aaron just happened to have one of the enhanced spiders in his bag because he's a thief.

Electro-Proof Suit

On the left is the Electro-Proof Suit. In the comics, Spider-Man created it to protect himself from Electro while Parker and the X-Men had a team up.

Secret War Spider-Man

On the right is the Secret War Spider-Man costume. In the 2004 miniseries, Spider-Man joined Nick Fury, Wolverine, and Captain America to overthrow the government in Latveria. This is the costume Parker wore during that event.

Peter Parker Is Older

The Into The Spider-Verse version of Peter Parker is a bit older than the Ultimate version. In the diner scene, Parker's hair is starting to grey, and he looks like he's in his early-40s. It seems like he's been Spider-Man for decades.

A Different Spider Suit

This is the first time we see Miles in the Spider-Man costume, and it's a bit of a departure from the comics. It looks a little more homemade; just look at the spider-emblem on Miles' chest. It still has the same color scheme as the comic book version. It's just a bit more DIY.

Uncle Aaron, Is That You?

We see a quick fight between a man in a purple mask and Peter Parker. That is Prowler, Aaron Davis. Yep, Miles' uncle is a super-villain. The costume is a mixture of the 616 and Ultimate versions.

Kingpin Is Real Big

Very briefly, we see an explosion and one gigantic person being affected by the blast. That's Kingpin, who is voiced by Liev Schreiber (X-Men Origins: Wolverine). At this time, it's unknown how big Kingpin's role in the film will be.

Camo-Time!

Miles Morales has all of Peter Parker's powers, plus a few extras. The most notable is his camouflage. Miles can make himself and his clothing blend into his surroundings. In the comics, he doesn't go completely invisible, but it's pretty close.

Spider-Gwen?

Towards the end of the trailer, Spider-Gwen pops up, which--for fans of the comic series--is a little confusing as Spider-Gwen comes from her own, separate universe. So has she just been mashed into the Ultimate Universe or--like the title suggests--is this going to follow or allude to the Spider-Verse storyline? Wait... we're not going to get into the whole Morlun thing, are we? I can't watch that guy eat Spider-Men again.

The Best Cosplay From FanimeCon 2018.

By Anthony Roman on Jun 06, 2018 12:45 pm

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The Biggest PC Games Of E3 2018

By GameSpot Staff on Jun 06, 2018 05:46 am

PC has always been a fantastic platform for gaming. Thanks to the added horsepower, people can experience the latest games running at their absolute best. With E3 2018 on the horizon, there are a ton of exciting new PC games that'll be showcased. We're already in the thick of the current generation of games, so the focus at this year's show is likely going to be on gameplay and trailers for many of the games we already know are releasing this holiday, as well as a slate of new and unannounced games.

Here, in alphabetical order, are some of the biggest PC games we're pretty sure are going to be at E3 in some form or another. Hopefully most of them are playable, but even if some only show up as a trailer, it's another chance to get a feel for what lies ahead. Many of these titles have been announced, but others are titles we're guessing based on the list of companies on the official E3 homepage.

The first potential look we'll get at most of these games will be during the press conferences before E3 even begins. To make sure you're up to date with the times as well as the location for our E3 livestreams, we have a hub rounding up all of that info as well.

The following games are only a potential sampling of all the exciting titles that will come out of E3, and be sure to check out our editor's picks for the games we're most anticipating. But in the meantime, what games do you hope to learn more about at the show? Let us know in the comments below!

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is the latest in Namco Bandai's arcade jet-fighting franchise, and as the first numbered series entry in over a decade, it marks a return to the series' roots in military and political melodrama. The lead writer from beloved entries Ace Combat 4 and 5, Sunao Katabuchi, is back for Skies of Liberation, which is a very good sign.

Ace Combat 7 was first revealed at PlayStation Experience in 2015, and we've seen a little bit about its story, had a brief hands-on with its campaign demo, and heard a lot about its VR mode. It's a beautiful-looking game, with a lot of new technological work going into its clouds. But after a delay last year, we just want to know when it's coming out. Hopefully, Bandai Namco will tell us during E3 2018.

Anthem

BioWare is one of the most beloved developers in the industry. It's best known for single-player RPGs, but with Anthem, it appears to be trying its hand at crafting a competitor to Destiny. That's an intriguing prospect in its own right, although at this point BioWare and EA have shared very little about what we can actually expect.

Destiny appears to be the best comparison based on what we know, which is that you're playing in a shared world as a "freelancer" wearing an exosuit. One thing BioWare has offered reassurances about is that multiplayer is optional. It promises "you can choose to play through the story with only your friends, or even on your own." Games have often struggled with making the story in a multiplayer game feel like you are truly the central character, but BioWare is "taking this problem head-on and structuring the entire game design to provide a specific solution for this."

Again, that's extremely vague, but BioWare is at least saying the right things. EA Play should provide us with a much better sense of how the studio is blending open-world action and third-person shooter gameplay, as well as whether it can avoid the pratfalls that have held Destiny back. Anthem is due out early in 2019.

Ashen

Ashen is an open-world survival game that pits players against a hostile environment. Set in a world with no sun, Ashen puts you in the role of a wanderer in search of a place to call home. Along the way, you'll encounter other players who are also trying to make a living. In addition to a combat system inspired by Dark Souls, Ashen features unique multiplayer where the characters you encounter are other players with their own agendas.

Ashen was first announced back at E3 2015 and was even shown off at E3 2017. As one of the few exclusives in Microsoft's roster, we're hoping to see more of the game at E3, as well as a firm release date.

The Avengers Project

We don't know much about the upcoming Avengers Project, but there are plenty of reasons to be excited about this mysterious collaboration between Marvel and publisher Square Enix. With a terrific-looking Spider-Man game coming up soon and back-to-back blockbuster entries in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, anything even tangentially related to the Avengers sounds like a sure bet.

And Crystal Dynamics in particular has been earned plenty of good will. After the very good Tomb Raider, then the even better Rise of the Tomb Raider, it's exciting to imagine what might come about from the combination of Crystal Dynamics' development cachet and the Avengers' effortless mix of humor and blockbuster action.

The website for the Avengers Project says it will have a "completely original story," but it'd be great if there was some kind of crossover with the movies, especially in this post-Infinity War world. Maybe the game could offer a glimpse into stories that'd be too far-reaching for a three-hour movie to tackle.

Battlefield V

We now have a ton of information around the next Battlefield game set in WWII. Although we haven't been able to play yet in order to confirm what was shown in the first reveal trailer, we have an extensive breakdown of what we know so far. Battlefield V introduces a large number of new mechanics that drive squads together and get them playing objectives. This includes the idea of ammo scarcity, the ability to build and fortify objectives, the ability to tow weapons with vehicles, and a new squad commander radio in order to call in powerful attacks. The campaign will focus on more personal stories from WWII, and some locations already shown are the mountains of Norway, French Countryside, and North Africa. The game will also have a co-op campaign with randomly generated elements called Combined Arms.

Battlefield V will launch for everyone on October 19 and will not have a premium pass. New content is planned to roll out on a regular schedule through the Tides of War live service starting in November. Players will be able to participate in timed events and challenges to unlock a large variety of customization for their soldiers not seen in previous Battlefield games, including individual items of clothing. We should get our first hands-on at E3.

Beyond Good and Evil 2

Beyond Good and Evil 2 is the long-awaited successor to the 2003 original by acclaimed developer Michel Ancel. Revealed at Ubisoft's E3 2017 press conference, the game was long believed to never come out after having been stuck in development for since as early as 2007. The game takes place several generations prior to the events of the first game. You play as a space pirate of who starts the game at the bottom of the world's social ladder.

Unlike the original, Beyond Good and Evil 2 plays more as a traditional RPG where you complete activities and increase your stats. As you progress, you assemble a crew, explore various planets, and create your own society of like-minded pirates. The game also features multiplayer elements, though not much has been revealed about how it'll work.

Unlike recent games in its catalog, Ubisoft has been focused on involving people in Beyond Good and Evil 2's development via the Space Monkey Program, a community forum where people can contribute ideas and offer feedback to developers. While Beyond Good and Evil 2 only entered active development only just before its reveal at E3 2017, we're hoping that Ancel will offer another look at how the game is shaping up at this year's big show.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

Renowned Castlevania developer Koji Igarashi is almost ready to launch his first project after striking out from Konami, and if you're familiar with his past, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night shouldn't come as too much of a surprise. This side-scrolling action game is set in an anime-tinged gothic world built on top of a sprawling map, with plenty of puzzles, boss battles, and upgrades to uncover.

Originally pitched on Kickstarter back in 2015 (a campaign that was fully funded in a single day), Bloodstained is currently set to launch on Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC sometime in 2018. Igarashi and his co-developers from Inti Creates might as well take advantage of E3 to keep spreading the word, but a recent surprise announcement has already captured the attention of fans of old-school side-scrollers. A few weeks before E3, an original 8-bit Castlevania-esque game was given to backers and put up on most digital storefronts for about $10.

Anyone interested in Bloodstained's ongoing development can follow the latest announcements over at the game's Kickstarter page. Be sure to keep an eye on the date next to the posts! Igarashi and co pulled a fast one when they announced that Bloodstained would passively mine digital currencies. Thankfully, this one was just an April fool's joke.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4

As part of the Black Ops 4's big announcement event in May, we learned that this year's entry in the juggernaut shooter series does not have a traditional campaign. In lieu of that, the game will offer an assortment of solo missions that revolve around each of the game's Specialist characters. Activision says these missions--which are set between Black Ops 2 and 3--will deliver the franchise's iconic set-piece moments, while also diving into some backstory.

In another first for the series, Black Ops 4 will offer a Battle Royale-type mode called Blackout where players will fight to the death to become the last person or squad standing. We don't know all the details yet, but Activision is promising to do battle royale "the Black Ops way," and we're likely to hear more about that soon. Traditional head-to-head multiplayer is also back, along with an all-new Zombies experience. Developer Treyarch created the fan-favourite mode, and this year it looks bigger and better than ever with three distinct maps offering experiences that pull from wildly different things like the ill-fated Titanic and Roman battle arenas. Black Ops 4 launches on October 12 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC (through Battle.net).Crackdown 3

Crackdown 3

Crackdown 3 has been in development for at least four years; we first heard about it back in 2014 after Microsoft used it to demonstrate its cloud-based server technology, which would allow for environmental destruction on a large scale. The sight of giant buildings crashing down within the context of Crackdown's open world was an exciting prospect, but the game has largely gone dark in recent years.

After another delay, Crackdown 3 is currently slated for release in 2018. As such, it's fair to expect to see a sizable portion of it during Microsoft's E3 presentation. The company has been criticized in recent years for lacking exciting exclusives. An open-world game with impressive destruction and the same delightful blend of superhero powers and action would be a terrific showcase for Xbox One.

Code Vein

Yes, the Dark Souls comparison for any game that vaguely resembles the series might be a little tired, but Code Vein is most certainly in the vein of the iconic, brutal third-person action-RPG games. From early gameplay footage it seems that Bandai Namco (which also publishes the Souls franchise) is using the same foundation beat for beat in Code Vein, and we see that as a good thing. Terrifying beasts that deal heavy damage occupy the open world, but at least you'll have a set of supernatural abilities in addition to hulking swords and spears. A key difference here is the anime-inspired art style for character designs and post-apocalyptic setting with a vampiric theme that offers its own distinct flavor.

Code Vein is set to release sometime in 2018, and we expect Bandai Namco to feature the game at E3 this year. Bandai Namco has been trickling out new screenshots and teasing story elements throughout the year, so we have our fingers crossed for a release date announcement.

Cyberpunk 2077

It seems like CD Projekt Red has been working on this game forever. First announced in 2012, Cyberpunk 2077 is the developer's next major game after The Witcher 3--which means it has some big shoes to fill. It, too, is a massive open-world RPG, but this one is set in the future, just like Cyberpunk 2020, the tabletop game it's based on. The game takes place in Night City, California, a fictional metropolis between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

The developer has been fairly tight-lipped about Cyberpunk 2077 since the initial announcement, but we do know it's aiming to be even bigger in scope than The Witcher 3 and will support some kind of multiplayer component. But CD Projekt Red has been clear that fans of Witcher-style solo campaigns don't need to worry--it will still feature a meaty single-player experience. CD Projekt Red is confirmed as an E3 2018 attendee, so we hope to learn more soon.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Will the eleventh core entry in the Dragon Quest saga finally be the one to break through to mainstream western success? The last major DQ game was back in 2010--Sentinels of the Starry Skies on the Nintendo DS--and Nintendo's 3DS handhelds have gotten reissues of the earlier entries in the series since. But outside of the offshoot Dragon Quest Heroes games, this'll be the first entry on home consoles since the PS2 era and the first time the series will be available on PC (in the West) ever.

The alliterative title illustrates Dragon Quest's playful nature, and the colorful enemies and turn-based combat are mainstays of the series. But longtime fans know that Dragon Quest's charm comes from its endearing stories and puns that rival Monster Hunter's loquacious wordplay. And the possibility of yet another great game on Switch makes the wait for DQ11 all the more difficult.

The Division 2

2016's The Division got off to a hot start, but it quickly fell off the map due to lingering issues and other problems that pushed players to different games. To its credit, Ubisoft kept updating The Division to make it better, releasing more content to keep existing players pleased. Many would agree that the game eventually got to a better place. But for many others, that ship had sailed. With The Division 2, which is in the works at the same developer--Massive Entertainment--fans will be hoping for a better-realised, more fully fleshed out multiplayer shooter experience. The first game did many things well, from its intuitive co-op and matchmaking, to its tense and thrilling Dark Zone. It was set in a post-disaster Manhattan and offered a faithfully recreated version of the iconic city. We don't know yet if The Division 2 will also be set in Manhattan or what other advancements it may make, but it's definitely one of our most anticipated games.

Just Cause 4

Just Cause 4 has yet to be revealed, but its name did show up in a recent Walmart leak. The same was true of Rage 2, which has already proven to be real and lends some credence to the possibility that Just Cause 4 exists. With a movie happening (with Aquaman/Khal Drogo himself, Jason Momoa, set to star), it's not hard to imagine there being plans for a game to go along with it.

Series developer Avalanche Studios has been fairly quiet since the release of its big 2015 open-world games, Just Cause 3 and Mad Max. Just where it could go with a potential Just Cause 4 is unclear, but we do know multiplayer mods for the last two entries have proven popular, and that multiplayer is something Avalanche has discussed. With GTA Online proving to be such a success for Rockstar, some kind of way to play Just Cause with friends would make for an exciting reveal.

Left Alive

Square Enix caught many people off-guard with the surprise announcement of Left Alive at Tokyo Game Show 2017, and while details remain scarce, an eye-catching trailer and list of notable developers was all it took to grab our attention.

Both the teaser trailer and gameplay trailer released at the show set the stage for a sci-fi epic with war as a central theme. With Metal Gear artist Yoji Shinkawa on board, it's no surprise that Left Alive bears some resemblance to Hideo Kojima's iconic stealth series. But don't confuse it for a spiritual successor, as the brief glimpse of gameplay we've seen so far is solely focused on gunplay, and there's another series known for examining the realities of war that's confirmed to be the basis for Left Alive's setting.

According to producer Shinji Hashimoto, a longtime Square Enix employee with a long list of beloved games under his belt, Left Alive is connected to Square Enix's Front Mission series. The typical grid-based mechanics are out, obviously, but the series' iconic Wanzer mechs are back. Chances are you will eventually get to pilot one (we hope) but in an interesting twist, we know for sure that at some point in the game you will have to face towering mechs as a soldier on the ground. The odds aren't in your favor, but this is part of the appeal thus far: What will it take to come out on top? Hopefully, Square Enix intends to tell us at E3 2018.

Mega Man 11

For several years, it seemed Capcom wouldn't be releasing any more new Mega Man games. Since the character creator Keiji Inafune's departure from Capcom, little had been announced for the fan-favorite blue bomber. However, Capcom has since focused more on supporting Mega Man, having since released several collections of the character's most iconic games on modern platforms. This ultimately paved way for the upcoming Mega Man 11, which was announced late last year to commemorate the character's 30th anniversary.

Unlike past games, Mega Man 11 features 3D polygonal characters and environments. Aside from the new visual style, the game seems to play like classic games in the series. Since its reveal trailer, we've heard little about Mega Man 11. However, if there's any time that Capcom should talk about the game, it's E3. After all, the game is scheduled to release later this year, so we're hoping to that Capcom goes into more detail about the blue bomber's latest adventure.

Metro Exodus

Metro Exodus continues the legacy of the post-apocalyptic first-person shooter series from Ukrainian developer 4A Games. What makes Metro special is its foreboding atmosphere; the underground metro tunnels are home to the human race as the surface is far too hostile and radiated, and the setting truly evokes a sense of vulnerability and desperation. Exodus appears to be continuing this tradition by picking up two years after the events of Last Light's "good" ending. However, it seems as though series protagonist Artyom is spending much more time on the surface as he flees the Metro system alongside fellow rangers to head eastward and start a new life.

But it wouldn't be Metro without irradiated beasts roaming the surface, in and around the city streets that once harbored human life. The challenge has always been surviving radiation by scavenging for gas masks and conserving your limited ammo, all while managing the threat of the deformed creatures.

Although it was recently announced that Metro Exodus' launch was delayed to early 2019, publisher Deep Silver is going to be present at E3 2018, so we expect to see a bit more of the game at the show. Exodus was first revealed during Microsoft's Xbox press conference at E3 2017 and will be also launching for PC.

Ori and the Will of the Wisps

The 2015 game Ori and the Blind Forest is like what you'd get if you mixed a Pixar movie with Super Metroid. It's a drop-dead gorgeous game that's clearly inspired by the sprawling side-scrollers of the '90s. It has modern game features like an ability tree and an orchestral score, but it maintains an "old-school hard" level of challenge.

In a teaser trailer that debuted at E3 2017, we got our first glimpse of the sequel, Ori and the Will of the Wisps. It looks more or less like the original, and it still stars Ori, the glowing guardian of the forest. We also get a look at what seem to be bosses that are dozens of times bigger than the diminutive hero.

The teaser closes with a shot of a sad owl looking at the statues or bodies of two larger owls. While it's not stated outright, this seems to be a child of Kuro, the villain of the first game. As the owl mourns, Ori comes in and puts an arm around its shoulder. That's all we know so far about this sequel, but we will probably learn more at E3 2018.

Rage 2

Maybe it's a coincidence, or maybe it's impressive damage control on Bethesda's part, but the recent reveal of Rage 2 and the release of two trailers came hot on the heels of the unusual leak from Walmart just weeks prior to E3.

So what has Bethesda shown thus far? A lot, surprisingly. The first trailer didn't feature any gameplay, but set the stage for Rage 2's new tone with a fun track by rocker Andrew W.K. and a lot of neon-tinted actors in punk-ish, post-apocalyptic armor rocking out. The gameplay trailer was obviously more revealing and gave us a glimpse into a dreary yet-oddly enticing wasteland. Compared to the original Rage, the sequel doesn't seem to take itself too seriously, and will take advantage of that fact by giving you access to outlandish vehicles and weapons with which to battle twisted mutants and other deranged survivors.

All of this is set to take place in an open world. The gameplay seen thus far seems reminiscent of Destiny or Borderlands' first-person action, but with Avalanche Studios behind the wheel it's safe to say that Rage 2 will have a feel all its own. For a more reasonable example of what the team may do with the world, we can look to two of its previous projects: Just Cause 3 and Mad Max. It's also been confirmed that id Software (Doom, Rage, Quake Champions) will co-develop Rage 2, hopefully to keep an eye on the shooting mechanics. We should find out a lot more during Bethesda's E3 press conference on June 10.

Skull & Bones

Inspired by the best part of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag--the sailing--Skull & Bones is a standalone adventure on the high seas. While there will be a multiplayer treasure-hunting component, and you'll also be able to challenge other pirates in their customized galleys, S&B will include a single-player campaign if you'd prefer to go it alone.

Ubisoft has revealed very few gameplay details so far, and there's little chance that the game will even be released this year. But for anyone who might've gotten a taste for piracy in Sea of Thieves (or who really miss AC4), there are going to be a lot more looting adventures to learn about during E3.

Resident Evil 2 Remake

Resident Evil 2 Remake was confirmed in 2015, a year after a fan-made version was first shown off (Capcom even asked for feedback on the fan-made remake). The team behind the Resident Evil HD Remaster was confirmed to be tackling 2, but the last we heard from them was in April 2016, when producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi discussed the impact of Resident Evil 6 feedback on the remake project.

Two years later and the project remains veiled in secrecy. Heck, we still don't know if the Resident Evil 2 Remake will retain the original's camera angles or adopt the first-person perspective from Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. However, it's likely that we'll hear more about the game at this year's E3. After all, 2018 marks Resident Evil 2's 20th anniversary, which should be ample reason for the remake to finally release. We're crossing our fingers for a release date at least.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider

Shadow of the Tomb Raider is the third entry in the Tomb Raider reboot series. Square Enix officially revealed the game was in development March 2018, though it was technically leaked last year when a Square Enix employee was spotted in a subway train working on a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with the game's name. While the game will be developed primarily by Eidos Montreal, it's worth noting that original reboot developer Crystal Dynamics will provide additional development on the project.

You once again play as Lara Croft, who is on an expedition to Latin America in search of a Mayan relic. However, Trinity, a paramilitary organization who tried to hunt down Lara in the previous game, is also seeking the relic for its own gain. During the expedition, Lara sets off a Mayan apocalypse, which throws her down a journey to save the world.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider sports a few key additions to the series formula, which includes revamped swimming controls for underwater exploration as well as more sophisticated stealth and AI systems. The game is scheduled to release on September 14, but we're hoping Square Enix intends to offer more details about the game at this year's E3.

Shenmue III

During the same Sony press conference Final Fantasy VII Remake was announced, it was revealed that Shenmue III was in the works. Revered Sega developer Yu Suzuki would finally get the chance to close out the trilogy he planned decades ago. Sega had given Suzuki the greenlight; he just had to get the game funded independently. The first Shenmue was originally conceived for the Sega Saturn, but the series would ultimately debut on Sega's next console, the Dreamcast, followed by a sequel which was also ported to the original Xbox. In other words, it's been a long time since Shenmue II left fans hanging; 17 years, so far.

In the three years since the initiative was announced, Shenmue was funded in part by a controversial Kickstarter campaign and was picked up by publisher Deep Silver. Both Sony and Sega continue to support development, according to Suzuki. We don't know when Shenmue III will ultimately be released, though it was recently announced that enhanced HD ports of the first two games will be released for PlayStation 4 in 2018.

While Suzuki and his various teams have released semi-regular updates on the game, the media released thus far has left some concerns in the minds of fans. But given that all footage is from early in development, it's not surprising that it's a little rough around the edges. If Sony has anything new to share, we should get a glimpse during its E3 2018 press conference on June 11.

Splinter Cell

Fans have been waiting for the better part of five years for a new Splinter Cell game. Ubisoft has not yet announced one, but CEO Yves Guillemot has made comments in the past year that certainly tease the possibility of a new entry. E3 might finally be when we see the game emerge.

If Ubisoft hoped to catch everyone off-guard with a Splinter Cell announcement, it hasn't done the greatest job. The first big update of Ghost Recon Wildlands' second year featured a Splinter Cell theme, complete with an appearance by Sam Fisher. In a key move, Ubisoft brought back Fisher voice actor Michael Ironside, who did not appear in the most recent game, Blacklist. It's possible Ubisoft had plans for more than just a small cameo for Ironside, and his brief appearance is capped off with what could be the setup for a new game's plot. Combined with the Walmart Canada leak, which correctly listed Rage 2 and also listed a game called "Splinter Cell," maybe it's really happening.

Star Wars | Respawn

Titanfall developer Respawn Entertainment is working on a new third-person Star Wars game that's being directed by a of War III director Stig Asmussen. According to publisher EA (which owns Respawn as of last year), the game is an "all-new third-person action-adventure game set in the Star Wars universe." That's all we know about the game for certain, but it's intriguing to think about what the team behind one of the most trailblazing shooters in recent years may do with such a big and beloved sci-fi license. Fans may be happy to know that Respawn boss Vince Zampella met with The Force Awakens director JJ Abrams to talk about their respective works; oh to be a fly on that wall. EA would do well to give an update on all of its upcoming Star Wars projects at E3 this year, so hopefully we will know more about Respawn's game soon.

Star Wars Project | EA Vancouver

We actually know quite a bit about the Star Wars project that's in development with EA Vancouver--at least, the history of what it was, thanks to a detailed Kotaku report. But it's very likely that the single-player adventure game, codenamed "Ragtag" and formerly led by Uncharted director Amy Hennig, has gone the way of Star Wars 1313 and all but completely evaporated. In late 2017, the primary studio behind the Ragtag project, Visceral Games, was sadly closed. It had been working on this untitled Star Wars adventure since 2013, but the original game it set out to make has been effectively cancelled.

EA Vancouver has since taken over completely and will pivot the game to become a "broader experience" and one that will "deliver an experience players will want to come back to for a long time to come," according to executive vice president of EA Worldwide Studios Patrick Söderlund.

SoulCalibur VI

The announcement at The Game Awards of SoulCalibur's return was a big, awesome surprise. The weapons-based fighter was once a leading series, and the original was the game to have for every Sega Dreamcast owner. But the series was relegated to secondary status for years while Bandai Namco's other franchises dominated the spotlight. With SoulCalibur VI, it's getting a new lease on life that many would argue is justly deserved. It's also got a few new tricks up its sleeve.

Following in the footsteps of other contemporary fighting games, the introduction of the Reversal Edge mechanic in SoulCalibur VI is designed to give players a more accessible and punishing means of fending off their opponent to turn the tide of battle. It's the biggest addition to the SoulCalibur formula that we know of so far, but there's one big surprise to look forward to: Geralt of Rivia is joining the cast.

There's no word on a specific release date yet, but SoulCalibur VI is on the books for 2018, and that hopefully means we will get a bunch of new info during E3.

Biggest PS4 Games Of E3 2018: Death Stranding, The Last Of Us 2, And More

By GameSpot Staff on Jun 06, 2018 05:43 am

We're nearly five years into the PS4's life cycle, which means it's going to be all about the games at E3 2018. It's possible some of kind of big tech or hardware may be teased, but it's far more likely that Sony will wait on those types of announcements in favor of details for its latest games.

Here are some of the biggest PS4 games we're assuming are going to be at this year's E3. We hope most of them are playable, but even if some only show up as a trailer, it's another chance to hear more about these games. You'll notice that many of these titles have been announced, but also included are titles we're guessing based on the list of companies on E3's official homepage.

The first glimpse we'll have at many of these games will be during the pre-E3 press conferences. To make sure you're aware of the schedule as well as the location for our E3 livestreams, we have a hub rounding up all of that info for your convenience.

The following games are only a few of all the exciting titles that will come out of E3. Aside from what you see here, be sure to check out our editor's picks for the games we're most anticipating. What games do you hope to learn more about at the show? Let us know in the comments below!

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown

Anthem

The Avengers Project

Battlefield V

Beyond Good and Evil 2

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4

Code Vein

Cyberpunk 2077

Days Gone

We first learned about Days Gone during Sony's press conference at E3 2016. The publisher showed an announce trailer and a gameplay demo that revealed a somber game about a biker trying to make his way in a post-apocalyptic Pacific Northwest. You play as Deacon St. John, a bounty hunter traveling through a broken world that's infested with zombie-like creatures called Freakers.

What caused the apocalypse is a mystery, as is much of the game's plot. But we've seen plenty of the enemies, which sure do look like zombies, despite developer Bend Studios swearing up and down that they're not. These creatures lust for blood and have a tendency to group together in fast-moving hordes, just like the zombies in World War Z.

Though it was originally set to release in 2018, Sony announced in March that Days Gone would be delayed until 2019. That's where we stand now, but we hope to see more of the game at E3 2018.

Death Stranding

Hideo Kojima is in a class of his own when it comes to making you want something you know next to nothing about. Ever since the debut of Death Stranding at E3 2016, the year following his very public post-Metal Gear Solid V departure from Konami, we've been trying to understand what exactly is going on with Norman Reedus and the enigmatic and near-lifeless world where the laws of time and space are in flux. So far we've seen only three incredibly cryptic trailers that showcase some amazing visuals, but they have left us even more confused.

According to Kojima, his upcoming game--published by Sony and running on the same engine as Horizon: Zero Dawn--is an open-world action game with online elements. Other than that, we have next to no clue regarding how it will play. What we do know is that Norman Reedus plays a character named Sam who's exploring a world where the very rain--known as Timefall--will cause people to rapidly age upon exposure. Oh yeah, and there's a baby in a high-tech container, and Mads Mikkelsen--who can control a group of skeleton soldiers wielding weapons from World War II--may or may not be the villain. It's really bizarre stuff, yet all of it is strangely alluring.

It was recently confirmed that Death Stranding will be one of the four major titles to be presented at Sony's E3 2018 press conference, and Kojima himself has even been sharing some teases of the game on social media. We'll likely see some actual gameplay of Death Stranding this time around, and we'll probably be just as confused as before. And that's OK. The three trailers have left a spellbinding effect on the audience, and we're looking forward to Kojima sharing some even more ridiculous and grotesque footage with everyone.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

The Division 2

Just Cause 4

Final Fantasy VII Remake

Since it was announced in 2015, the most notable headline regarding the Final Fantasy VII Remake was that Square Enix's partner studio on the project, Cyberconnect2 (.Hack, Asura's Wrath, Naruto Shippuden) would be relegated to the sidelines. This shift was the result of a decision to make the remake a multi-game project in order to avoid making cuts to the original story. The current aim is to make each game roughly the same size as Final Fantasy XIII.

The best look we've had at the game thus far was the PSX 2015 trailer, which landed a mere few months after the game's announcement. In that two-minute-plus trailer, we got a look at the opening scene where Cloud, Barret, Biggs, and Wedge infiltrate an energy plant, as well as a glimpse at the real-time combat system. By all appearances, Final Fantasy VII Remake will play a bit like Final Fantasy XV, but it's difficult to say without hands-on experience, and there's no telling what's changed since Cyberconnect2 handed over key development to Square-Enix. Hopefully, if we end up seeing Final Fantasy VII Remake at E3, we will have more definitive answers.

Ghost of Tsushima

Since Infamous: First Light released in 2014, the public has been kept in the dark as to what developer Sucker Punch Productions has been working on. Sony had confirmed in 2015 that the studio was working on a new game and that it was playable. We finally learned what it has in development at Paris Games Week 2017 when Sucker Punch Productions unveiled Ghost of Tsushima, an open-world samurai-themed action game.

Ghost of Tsushima is set on the island of Tsushima during the Mongol invasions of Japan in 1294. You play as a lone samurai turned vengeful assassin--likely fighting to drive out the Mongol army from Japan. The game appears to take you to numerous locales across Tsushima, which includes rural villages, bamboo forests, and wide-open fields. A brief instance at the end of the teaser showcased the ability to throw bombs and surprising enemies with a jumping attack from above.

Sony hasn't said much about Ghost of Tsushima since its initial reveal trailer half a year ago. However, the company has confirmed that it'll talk more about Ghost of Tsushima at its E3 2018 press conference.

Kingdom Hearts III

It's important to remember that the original Kingdom Hearts came out in 2002. Back then, the absurd premise was initially laughed off as a too-weird-to-work idea, but upon playing it, players were introduced to an incredibly heartfelt and charming story that coupled the cheerfulness of classic Disney with some engaging action-RPG gameplay. While exploring several classic Disney worlds with Sora, Donald Duck, and Goofy, they'd battle some well-known Disney villains and discover the almighty power of friendship. As cheesy as that sounds, it all worked, and Kingdom Hearts is a game that stuck with many fans over the years.

Its direct-sequel was released in 2006, and while we've had a number of games that covered several side-stories and events with Sora and his friends, Kingdom Hearts III was officially announced at E3 2013. It's been many years since we've seen Sora and crew in a mainline entry of the series, and their time away has shown us some remarkable growth. We recently had the chance to play some of Kingdom Hearts III, and we were surprised at how much the game has not only kept its charm, but its story and characters have gotten a bit better with age. With many of Kingdom Hearts' most diehard fans growing into adulthood, Sora has grown up as well, showing a newfound level of maturity.

It'll interesting to see how E3 2018 will turn out for Kingdom Hearts III. We'll likely see more gameplay and the reveal of some upcoming worlds at the show, but there is one thing coming up that will excite fans even more. During a recent event, Kingdom Hearts' director, Tetsuya Nomura, stated that the official release date will be revealed at the upcoming show. It's been a long time coming for the next major game in the series, and it now looks like the end is in sight.

The Last of Us Part II

Naughty Dog's follow-up to 2013's The Last of Us may be one of the most highly anticipated games of E3 2018. The Last of Us Part II sees the return of Ellie and Joel, with Ellie as the main playable character. A brutal trailer unveiled at last year's Paris Games Week didn't show Joel or Ellie at all, though; it instead featured an unknown young woman who is tortured by a mysterious group of people, and it concluded with Infected rushing the scene.

We haven't seen much of the game itself, but we do know some background details. The first game's director, Bruce Straley, isn't returning to direct the sequel. Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann has also stated that if the first game's theme is love, the theme of Part II is hate--and that neither Joel nor Ellie is safe from harm.

Left Alive

Madden NFL 19

Madden Season may still be a few months off, but it's never too early to get excited about the next instalment in EA Sports' football series. Last year's Madden 18 was generally great, praised for its advancements to gameplay and visuals along with its brand-new single-player mode, Longshot, featuring Oscar winner Mahershala Ali. The game's Franchise mode lacked significant updates and improvements, so hopefully EA can give more attention to it with this year's game. Another interesting wrinkle is that Madden's creative director for the past half-decade, Rex Dickson, has left the company, teasing in his departure notice that some changes would be coming to the Madden formula this year.

Mega Man 11

Metro Exodus

NHL 19

Though it doesn't get as much attention as EA's other big-name sports franchises like FIFA and Madden, the company's NHL series is still a hit each year. NHL 18 was a fantastic, genuine recreation of the sport, and with its 3v3 mode, it offered a simpler way for new players to pick up the game and learn the basics. Every year EA continues to surprise and impress with the incredible level of detail it pours into recreating hockey in a video game, and we expect this year's entry to be no different. It's likely that NHL 19 will be officially announced during EA's briefing, and it should be out in September for home consoles.

Rage 2

Skull & Bones

Red Dead Redemption 2

Rockstar typically doesn't have a big presence at E3; the company's games are big enough to draw hype on all their own without the need to share the spotlight with other companies. But there's always the chance that there'll be a new trailer or feature announcement during someone's stage show for Red Dead Redemption 2.

As many teases as we've seen around the game's Western story, there are even more unexplored mysteries. What's the gunplay like? What new features will the game introduce? And most importantly, how will multiplayer work? Don't expect to get a full demo or even to see much gameplay, but another Red Dead tease is always possible.

Resident Evil 2 Remake

Shadow of the Tomb Raider

Shenmue III

In the three years since the initiative was announced, Shenmue was funded in part by a controversial Kickstarter campaign and was picked up by publisher Deep Silver. Both Sony and Sega continue to support development, according to Suzuki. We don't know when Shenmue 3 will ultimately be released, though it was recently announced that enhanced HD ports of the first two games will be released for PlayStation 4 in 2018.

Splinter Cell

Star Wars | Respawn

Star Wars Project | EA Vancouver

SoulCalibur VI

The announcement at The Game Awards of SoulCalibur's return was a big, awesome surprise. The weapons-based fighter was once a leading series, and the original was the game to have for every Sega Dreamcast owner. But the series was relegated to secondary status for years while Bandai Namco's other franchises dominated the spotlight. With SoulCalibur VI, it's getting a new lease on life that many would argue is justly deserved. It's also got a few new tricks up its sleeve.

There's no word on a specific release date yet, but SoulCalibur VI is on the books for 2018, and that hopefully means we will get a bunch of new info during E3.

Spider-Man

Though Spider-Man has had a spotty history when it comes to video game adaptations, Sony's upcoming exclusive looks to be one of the rare standouts. Developed by Insomniac Games--the creators of Spyro the Dragon, Ratchet and Clank, and Sunset Overdrive--the studio has paired its talents for open-world action and solid-platforming mechanics with the agility and finesse of Spider-Man's moves. Fun and verticality are some of the key things to have in a good Spider-Man game, and those are on full display in the upcoming one. It truly looks like it will be a blast to play.

According to the developer, we've only seen a fraction of what you can expect to do in the game. It picks up with Spider-Man at the top of his crime-fighting game, and the wallcrawler will still have his work cut out for him when new villains start popping up in New York City. But when he isn't battling multiple armed robbers and stopping super-powered bad guys, he'll stop to take selfies with civilians and help the locals out with their errands. Though helping kids find their balloons doesn't seem to be a thing in the game, Marvel's Spider-Man looks to fulfill the fantasy of being web-slinger quite accurately.

Valkyria Chronicles 4

If you ever wanted an anime-esque tactical RPG in the modern era, you'll want to dive into the Valkyria Chronicles series. It's known for a unique blend of real-time controls within a turn-based strategy framework, but also for how it draws inspiration from World War II and European military history for its fiction. Valkyria Chronicles 4 continues the series' story of the Second Europan War fought on the continent of Europa between Atlantic Federation and the Eastern Imperial Alliance, but it instead focuses on the smaller stories taking place throughout the conflict.

This will be the first mainline Valkyria Chronicles entry for major platforms since the first game, which released in 2008. Valkyria Chronicles 2 and 3 were exclusive to the PlayStation Portable, and the third game never came to North America. An action-RPG spinoff called Valkyria Revolution came out in 2016 but didn't come close to filling that void. Needless to say, we're hoping to see more from Sega about the localized version of Valkyria Chronicles 4 at E3 2018.

The game is already out in Japan for PS4 but is set to release in worldwide on October 16 for PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One.

Yakuza Kiwami 2

2018 is the year of Yakuza, and Kiwami 2 is going to be one of the key components for spreading the good word of Kazuma Kiryu. As a remake of the second entry, Yakuza Kiwami 2 will tell the story of how Kiryu's friends in the Tojo Clan are on the brink of destruction due to a coup that took place within their Omi Alliance rivals. The sinister Ryuji Goda seizes control of the Omi, but that's only scratching the surface of the gripping drama of Yakuza 2. A foreign mafia meddles in Japanese affairs, and uncovering the mystery as to why and how alongside the Osakan detective Kaoru Sayama becomes the game's narrative focus.

Yakuza games wouldn't be the same without everyone's idol Goro Majima, and Kiwami 2 brings a brand-new campaign called The Truth of Goro Majima that delves deeper into the backstory of the beloved, eccentric character. You'll learn of the events that occurred between the first two games and how Majima's ridiculous journey led him to become a construction business tycoon in Yakuza 2.

Kiwami 2 released in Japan for PS4 back in December 2017, but it was recently announced for the West and is set for an August 28 launch. We hope to get our hands on this reimagination of one of Kiryu's most wild rides, especially since it's made with the Dragon engine which powered Yakuza 6: The Song of Life and brought Kamurocho to life like never before.

E3 2018: Biggest Nintendo Switch And 3DS Games

By GameSpot Staff on Jun 06, 2018 05:36 am

There's a lot of excitement for Nintendo's upcoming Direct at E3 2018. The company has achieved massive success since the Switch's launch thanks to its hybrid functionality and amazing roster of first-party and third-party games. And with highly-anticipated games in its upcoming lineup, like Pokemon, Metroid Prime 4, and Super Smash Bros., many are clamoring for more details and announcements. In addition to Switch, Nintendo also continues to support the 3DS, consistently announcing new games for the seven-year old handheld.

For both platforms, it's fair to say the focus is going to be on gameplay and trailers for many of the games we already know are releasing this holiday, as well as a slate of new and unannounced games. Here are some of the biggest Switch and 3DS games we're certain are going to appear at E3.

Many of these games have been announced, but others are ones we believe will show up based on the list of companies on the official E3 homepage. The first potential look we'll get at most of these games will be during the press conferences before E3 begins. To make sure you're up to date with the times as well as the location for our E3 video streams, we have a hub rounding up all of that info as well.

The following games are only a small sampling of all the exciting titles that will likely come out of E3, and be sure to check out our editor's picks for the games we're most anticipating. What games do you hope to learn more about at the show? Let us know in the comments below.

Bayonetta 3

Bayonetta 3 is the latest entry in the critically acclaimed character-action game series by developer Platinum Games. Revealed at The Game Awards 2017, little has been said about the game since. In the years before its reveal, series creator Hideki Kamiya had often discussed the possibility of a third game. Both Kamiya and Bayonetta 2 director Yusuke Hashimoto expressed interest in a new entry and stated that they still had ideas they'd love to pursue in future games.

Bayonetta 3 will be a Switch exclusive, as Nintendo is funding its development--similar to Bayonetta 2 for Wii U. With so little known about Bayonetta 3, there's still so much to learn, and we're hoping that E3 2018 will be the platform that both Nintendo and Platinum Games uses to discuss it.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker

Nintendo announced in March that underrated Wii U game Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker would be coming to both Switch and 3DS. The charming platformer stars Captain Toad, who can't jump; instead, you rotate the map to find clever ways around obstacles. The updated version adds new content, including a New Donk City-themed level based on last year's Super Mario Odyssey (in which Captain Toad had a cameo).

The Switch version will have two-player local multiplayer where each player uses a Joy-Con, one controlling Toad and the other providing support. The 3DS version features 3D support and touch controls. Both versions launch in July.

Dark Souls Remastered

Nintendo announced the Switch version of Dark Souls Remastered during a Direct presentation in January. It said the the Switch version would come with the Artorias of the Abyss DLC and display the game at 1080p resolution with 30 FPS when played in TV mode.

That sounds pretty good, but it was supposed to release on May 24, the same day it came out on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. But publisher Bandai Namco announced in April that the Switch version--along with the Solaire of Astora Amiibo--had been delayed to this summer.

The big question is why. Is it having trouble getting it to run smoothly on the Switch hardware? Did it decide to prioritize ironing bugs out of the other versions instead of launching the Switch version on time? We don't know.

Let's hope all of the promises about Dark Souls Remastered running smoothly on Switch remain true when it finally launches this summer.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Mario Tennis Aces

Mario might dabble in a lot of sports, but Tennis seems to be his true passion. Mario Tennis Aces marks the eighth dedicated Mario tennis game, putting it on the same level as the Mario Kart series. And while this version will include the same in-depth playing mechanics as previous entries, it will also incorporate some Wii Sports-like physicality. Players will be able to swing their joy-con like a racket to serve up a more visceral on-the-court experience.

While Aces will include new characters (including a large but surprisingly spry-looking Chain Chomp), the biggest change this time around comes from the outfits. Mario is finally getting rid of the overalls in order to play tennis in shorts and a polo shirt. In every previous game, Mario has retained his trademark plumbers outfit. But this time, he's going for a comfortably sporty look.

Just kidding. The bigger change is the adventure-like RPG mode. There's a story to explore that centers around a mystical racket along with bosses to battle and minigames to conquer. But those outfits are pretty fun too, right?

Fire Emblem for Nintendo Switch

A new, mainline Fire Emblem game for Switch was announced in January 2017 alongside Fire Emblem Echoes for 3DS and Fire Emblem Warriors. Both Echoes and Warriors have since released, but we haven't heard anything more about the upcoming entry into the main series. It will be the first time since 2007's Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn that a main Fire Emblem game has launched on a Nintendo home console (as opposed to a handheld). Of course, it'll still be portable, too, thanks to Switch.

Last we heard, the game is scheduled to launch in 2018. If that's still true, it's likely we'll hear more about it at E3.

Luigi's Mansion

In a Direct back in March, Nintendo announced a 3DS remake of 2001 GameCube game Luigi's Mansion. It unsurprisingly stars Luigi, who has to investigate a ghost-filled mansion using a vacuum that can suck up the ghosts. The 3DS version features the same story and levels as the original, but it adds a map of the mansion on the bottom screen, improved visuals, and a new Boss Rush mode. It's slated to launch later this year, though no release date has been confirmed yet.

Mega Man 11

Metroid Prime 4

Beyond the fact that Metroid Prime 4 exists and is coming to Switch at some point in the future, there's very little we can say about the game with absolute certainty. We also know that longtime Prime producer Kensuke Tanabe will lead a new team of talented developers for the project, but what that studio is and who is on the team beyond Tanabe remains a mystery.

With nary an official word from Nintendo following the announcement at E3 2017-- consisting of a teaser video set against a star field, with familiar Metroid music, and the reveal of a logo--we are left to sift through rumors and wonder. The current working theories include: Bandai Namco is co-developing, it is scheduled to launch in 2018, and it may feature the character Sylux, who was confirmed by Tanabe to be in a spaceship featured in the special ending of Metroid Prime 3: Corruption.

What we know about Sylux is mostly based on lore introduced in Nintendo DS's Metroid Prime: Hunters and, oddly enough, Super Smash Bros. Brawl (in a trophy description). But at the end of 2017's Metroid Prime: Federation Force, we also caught a glimpse of Sylux releasing a metroid from captivity. Is it a hint? Only time will tell.

Octopath Traveler

Octopath Traveler is a gorgeous game. For those who played SNES RPGs back in the '90s, Octopath doesn't just look like those old-school games; it looks the way you remember them. The game is an evolutionary offshoot to a world where game development didn't take a hard turn into more realistic, 3D worlds.

The quirky name refers to the eight different characters and their intersecting stories as well as representing the game's unique mechanics. While E3 will show off a new portion of abilities and gameplay, the Nintendo Switch still has a free demo available for anyone who wants to try out the game early.

Pokemon for Nintendo Switch

At last year's E3, Nintendo announced a new Pokemon game for Nintendo Switch. The tease didn't include a title, logo, key art, or really any details at all--just that series developer Game Freak would be making the game, which will be a "core RPG" that "may not release for over a year." It's been a year now, of course, and although nothing has been confirmed for E3, it would make sense for Nintendo to give more details soon.

Shin Megami Tensei V

Persona 4 and Persona 5 elevated the Japanese RPG series to new heights in the West, but Shin Megami Tensei, the series Persona spun off from, remains a niche product despite having been around for the better part of three decades. With the upcoming release of Shin Megami Tensei V on Nintendo Switch, Atlus has a chance to bring new people into the fold, and while little is known about the game thus far, there's a good chance that Nintendo or Atlus will reveal more at E3.

When SMT V was first announced in 2017, producer Kazuyuki Yamai stated that the game's metropolitan setting and story would invoke contemporary social concerns such as unemployment and the threat of nuclear war to form the basis of its story. Of course, the series is also well known for presenting cities (Tokyo, usually) overrun by demons, and that will be the case once again. Given that this will be the first HD game in the series, Yamai pointed out the 3D modelling process for the many demons in the game (and their combined fused forms) will take three times as long as it did for the previous games. There's currently no firm release date in sight, but according to the official english website, SMT V is "coming soon to the Americas and Europe."

Super Smash Bros.

After a bit of a wait, the next Super Smash Bros. game is confirmed for Switch! Details are scarce, but we do know that Splatoon's Inklings will join the roster for the first time, and there are of course characters we expect to return (including Mario and Bowser, judging by the silhouettes in the reveal trailer).

We also know that Nintendo will be holding a Smash Bros. Switch invitational tournament during E3, and it will be playable on the show floor for attendees. As a result, we can expect to get more information about the game--like whether it's a souped-up port of Smash Bros. on Wii U or an entirely new entry from the ground up--very soon.

Valkyria Chronicles 4

The game is currently out in Japan for PS4 but is set to release in worldwide on October 16 for Nintendo Switch and other platforms.

WarioWare Gold

The 3DS is probably near the end of its long, long lifecycle, but the console's not dead yet. And there are few finer series than WarioWare to see the system through its golden years.

The next entry in the fast-paced franchise is a more of a Greatest Hits-type collection, rather than a wholly original creation. As it features 300 new and returning micro-games from previous entries in the franchise, Nintendo is touting this game as the largest in the series to date.

Yoshi for Nintendo Switch

Revealed during Nintendo's E3 2017 presentation, the new Yoshi game for Switch looks as adorable as you'd expect. While we know very little--not even the game's official title--the E3 reveal included a trailer showing off this game's twist on the series' slower-paced platformer gameplay. Levels look sort of like dioramas, and you switch from the front view to a behind-the-scenes look to reveal the stages' secrets. The game will also support two-player local co-op. Since Nintendo has said that this year's E3 presentation will focus on games coming out soon, it's likely we'll hear more about Yoshi then.

Biggest Xbox One Games Of E3 2018: Anthem, Crackdown 3, And More

By GameSpot Staff on Jun 06, 2018 05:35 am

Microsoft released Xbox One nearly five years ago. And with the recent launch of the upgraded Xbox One X, it's likely Microsoft's E3 2018 press conference is going to focus on games first and foremost. Of course, there's always the possibility of a big tech or hardware tease, but it's more likely that Microsoft will hold off for now.

In this feature are some of the biggest Xbox One games we're certain are going to be at E3 in some form or another. Hopefully most of them are in playable form, but even if some only show up as a quick tease, it's still another chance to see what lies ahead. While many of these titles have already been announced, others are games we're guessing based on the list of companies on the E3's official homepage.

It's more than likely that the first look we'll get at most of these games will be during the press conferences before E3 even starts. To ensure you're up to date with the schedule as well as the location for our E3 livestreams, we have a hub rounding up all of that info.

While these are some of the biggest upcoming games we know about, be sure to check out our editor's picks for the games we're most anticipating at this year's E3. What games do you hope to learn more about at the show? Let us know in the comments below!

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown

Anthem

Ashen

The Avengers Project

Battlefield V

Beyond Good and Evil 2

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4

Crackdown 3

Code Vein

Cyberpunk 2077

The Division 2

Just Cause 4

Kingdom Hearts III

Left Alive

Madden NFL 19

Mega Man 11

Metro Exodus

NHL 19

Ori and the Will of the Wisps

Rage 2

Skull & Bones

Red Dead Redemption 2

Resident Evil 2 Remake

Shadow of the Tomb Raider

Shenmue III

Splinter Cell

Star Wars | Respawn

Star Wars Project | EA Vancouver

SoulCalibur VI

There's no word on a specific release date yet, but SoulCalibur VI is on the books for 2018, and that hopefully means we will get a bunch of new info during E3.

Valkyria Chronicles 4

The game is already out in Japan for PS4 but is set to release in worldwide on October 16 for PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One.

7 WWE Storylines That Led To Real Backstage Fights

By Kevin Wong on Jun 06, 2018 04:24 am

WWE matches are scripted. But that doesn't mean all the performers are buddy-buddy backstage. Lots of wrestlers are rivals or enemies for one reason or another. Sometimes, this genuine dislike translates over to television and that can lead to some interesting confrontations and fights backstage.

Here are 7 instances when WWE storylines got a little too real, leading to legitimate fights backstage. What we wouldn't give to be a fly on the wall for some of these confrontations.

1. CM Punk Chews Out Ryback

By the time he left the WWE in 2014, CM Punk was angry, bitter, and injured. And though he initially kept a low profile, he eventually submitted to a long, tell-all interview on Colt Cabana's podcast. He expressed frustration with his character's creative direction, the WWE medical team, and the conflicting, overlapping messages of his superiors.

He saved particular venom, however, for Ryback, who he derisively referred to as "Steroid Guy," claiming their wrestling each other took years off his career. Among other incidents, Punk recalled when Ryback was supposed to gorilla press slam him onto a table. Ryback missed, and Punk grazed the table before landing on the floor, injuring his pelvis. Backstage, Punk laced into Ryback:

"And now it's at the point where I walk up to him and I go, 'You can't tell me you didn't do that on purpose because you've done it so many times now. You either tell me right now you're dumb as f*** and you suck, or you did it on purpose.' And he was like, 'I'm dumb as f***. I'm sorry.'"

According to backstage gossip, the confrontation was made worse by Ryback's dismissiveness; he reportedly insulted Punk as fragile, claiming that he should have bumped better.

2. The Rock and John Cena Feud Gets Ugly

The two-year long feud between John Cena and The Rock main-evented two Wrestlemania PPVs, and it was notable for its creative back-and-forth insults--week after week, month after month. The two men legitimately disliked each other; it stemmed from comments that Cena had made years prior, where he insulted The Rock for leaving WWE for Hollywood.

This insult and many more were brought up during their in-ring trash talk, which was only loosely scripted. Two of the most notable promos: This one, where The Rock called out John Cena during his WWE return; and this one, where Cena points out the promo notes written on The Rock's wrist.

"It got really uncomfortable for a lot of people," said Rock in an interview with Muscle & Fitness Magazine. "...in this case, it worked out very well and through all that edge and attitude and bite that we had and nearly coming to blows backstage and one night in the ring--literally we were nose-to-nose, it was any second."

Thankfully, the two men are close friends now.

3. Chris Jericho Gets In Brock Lesnar's Face

At Summerslam 2016, Brock Lesnar cracked Randy Orton across the top of his head with an elbow. Orton was busted wide open, and a literal pool of blood formed under his head. The Brooklyn audience reacted with shock and gasps; no one knew whether it was scripted or real, since WWE had an explicit 'no blood' policy.

Apparently, it was enough to fool Chris Jericho. Backstage, the WWE veteran was trying to get answers about what was happening. And when Lesnar came backstage, Jericho got in Lesnar's face.

Lesnar responded by kissing Jericho on the forehead, and saying, "Kiss me back, p***y," and "Hit me or kiss me, b****."

Triple H separated the two men. And when they continued trying to get at each other, Vince McMahon had to calm Jericho down by yelling, "It's a work! What's wrong with you?"

4. Bret Hart Floors Vince McMahon With One Punch

Let's go back to 1997. Bret Hart, the WWE champion, refused to lose to Shawn Michaels at the 1997 Survivor Series, least of all in his home country of Canada. At the time, Hart was heading over to WCW. Vince McMahon didn't want Hart to leave the company with the WWE championship.

Since Hart wouldn't drop the title on his own, McMahon forced him to. To make a long story short: McMahon came down to ringside at the end of the main event, and he instructed the referee to call the match for Michaels, even though Hart was never "submitted" or "pinned." This event has become known as The Montreal Screwjob.

Backstage, Hart was furious that he had been lied to about the finish of the match. When Hart got out of the shower, he saw McMahon standing in front of him, trying to explain himself. Hart stated that if he finished dressing and McMahon was still there, he was going to punch him.

McMahon stayed, took the punch clean to the face, and went down like a sack of potatoes. Most observers believed that McMahon allowed Hart to punch him; the locker room was furious at McMahon for his betrayal, and this was one way to quell some of the anger.

5. Jim Cornette Slaps Santino Marella

This incident occurred in OVW, an independent promotion that WWE sponsored as a developmental territory. At the time, Santino Marella was a new student in OVW, and he was sitting in the crowd with other students during the show.

That night, booker Jim Cornette debuted The Boogeyman, a massive man with dramatic, frightening face paint and horns. And when he got close to the students, they all moved away from him and screamed--like they were supposed to. All of them ran except for Marella, who sat in his seat and laughed.

Cornette, an old-school promoter, hit the ceiling. When he got backstage with Marella, he demanded to know why Marella didn't run. And according to Cornette, Marella said, "No one told me I should run from him!" Cornette responded by slapping Marella across the face, multiple times. Cornette would later be fired over the incident.

6. Eddie Guerrero Tries To Take Down Kurt Angle

Kurt Angle and Eddie Guerrero were extremely close, but even best friends can have a falling out. Guerrero was one of the most talented workers of his generation, but a car accident in 1999 left him severely injured, both mentally and physically. And during the Guerrero/Angle feud in the mid-'00s, Guerrero felt that Angle and his two Team Angle proteges--Mark Jindrak and Luther Reigns-- needed to protect him better in the ring. Guerrero and Angle got into an altercation backstage, where Guerrero attempted a double leg takedown on Angle. Angle responded by putting Guerrero into a front face lock.

JBL later said to Guerrero, "Eddie, he's an Olympic gold medalist. What the f*** were you thinking?"

Good question.

7. Shawn Michaels Discusses Bret Hart's "Sunny Days"

Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels legitimately hated each other. And one night, Shawn Michaels took things a little too far when he publicly accused Hart of infidelity.

Sunny was a valet backstage who had previously dated Shawn Michaels and shared a locker room with Bret Hart. Both Sunny and Hart still claim there was nothing between them but friendship. But that didn't stop Michaels from stirring the pot.

In a 1997 promo, Shawn Michaels slipped the following line into his promo to Hart: "Even though lately, you've had some SUNNY DAYS, my friend, you still can't get the job done!"

This caused problems in Hart's marriage. The two men stopped speaking to one another. And three months later, it finally boiled over, and Hart and Michaels brawled in the locker room. Jerry Lawler was in the bathroom stall taking a dump, and he ran out to help break things up. Michaels ended up losing a chunk of his hair. The two men probably should have stuck to scripted fighting instead of throwing down for real.

The 20 Biggest TV Deaths This Season

By Chris E. Hayner on Jun 06, 2018 02:58 am

It was a rough year to be a TV fan. The 2017-2018 TV season left the streets littered with the bodies of characters you both loved and hated. Whether it was iconic villains that finally put up their final fight or the heroes viewers have been cheering on for years, seemingly nobody was safe.

In the end, though, these are the stories that get told on TV. Not everyone makes it out alive in most action and drama series. If the stakes aren't real, it's a lot harder to get invested in the journey. GameSpot went back through the year in TV to pick out what we believe are the 30 biggest TV deaths this season. Some made us cry, other made us cheer. And yet, there were also some that simply left us scratching our heads.

Come along as we look back on a year of TV and say goodbye to the characters that have taken their final bow--at least for now. After all, there are some shows that kill people all the time, only to find ways to resurrect them later.

1. Quentin Lance (Arrow)

It came as little surprise that Paul Blackthorne was leaving the show, once it was announced he had a new series this fall. Still, the death of Quentin Lance was a rough one on Arrow. After being on the series from the beginning, the former police officer that worked his way up to the mayor's office was an integral piece of the show when he was gunned down by Ricardo Diaz in the Season 6 finale.

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2. Jerome (Gotham)

For four years, Gotham has led fans to believe that Jerome, the murderous psychotic circus castoff was becoming the FOX show's version of the Joker. As Season 4 came to an end, though, the truth was revealed in Jerome's death. He was about as Joker as you could get until his unhinged twin brother Jeremiah came into the picture. With Jerome now dead, Jeremiah is primed to rule Gotham.

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3. Butch (Gotham)

Butch has been a constant on Gotham since the very beginning. He was muscle for Fish Mooney, an enforcer for Penguin, anything Tabitha Galavan wanted, and, eventually, Solomon Grundy. That's what makes his death in the Season 4 finale so difficult. While Penguin's justification for killing him--retaliation against Tabitha for killing his mother seasons earlier--made sense, seeing Gotham's favorite thug take his final bow was difficult. Then again, this is Gotham and he could always somehow rise from the dead… Again.

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4. David (Scandal)

A show like Scandal couldn't end without at least one major death, right? That poor target was David Rosen. Long seen on the show as one of the few people in Washington, D.C. that weren't corrupt, it makes sense that one of the most evil--Vice President Cyrus Beene--poisons and kills him in one of his final acts on the show.

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5. Rip Hunter (Legends of Tomorrow)

Rip Hunter's role on Legends of Tomorrow has been confusing, at best, since Season 1. Though he initially led the team of misfits, he was technically a villain in the show's second year, before heading up a rival time traveling team in Season 3. Still, even though he never had any real stability as a character, it was always nice seeing him. Thankfully, Legends is a show that constantly alters its own timeline, so it's not impossible for him to show back up someday.

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6. Damien Darhk (Legends of Tomorrow)

Once again, Arrow-verse fans think they've seen the last of Damien Darhk. The villain made lives miserable and killed Laurel Lance during Season 4 of Arrow, before his own death. Time travel brought him back to the present on Legends of Tomorrow, though, where he became a primary antagonist for the team during Seasons 2 and 3. However, now he's dead again and presumably for good. Truth be told, you can only put this universe of heroes against the same bad guy for so long before it gets boring. So while his death is major, it's also somewhat welcome. You had a good run, Damien.

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7. Simon (The Walking Dead)

One of Negan's most trusted associates was anything but. When Simon realized he had a chance to steal his boss's crown and run the Sanctuary, he took it, without looking back. Unfortunately for Simon, Negan is a cockroach that will never die. So when the boss made a comeback, Simon's days were numbered. He attempted a coup, failed, and paid for it with his life. In the end, he became nothing more than a walker strapped to the gates of the Sanctuary.

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8. Carl (The Walking Dead)

It's the latest in a long line of deaths that did not sit well with fans of The Walking Dead. Losing Carl completely changes the DNA of The Walking Dead, as the show continues to veer away from the comics it's based on. Now, with Andrew Lincoln leaving next season, it seems like an even worse idea. Carl would have carried on in Rick's place.

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9. Nick (Fear the Walking Dead)

Losing Nick meant losing a lot of what makes Fear the Walking Dead special. As one of a few remaining original characters, he was the imperfect warrior constantly struggling to make a better life for those he loved. He survived drug addiction, several instances of near-death, and somehow found love in the apocalypse. And still, in the brutal world this show and The Walking Dead are set in, nothing is permanent. He was gunned down by a scared child, bringing his character to a shocking conclusion.

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10. Chase Graves (iZombie)

Will viewers miss Chase Graves? Not likely, as he was a real jerk. The head of the zombie-controlled corporated Fillmore Graves wanted a zombie apocalypse that played by his rules paid for it with his life. Of course, his rules were barbaric, and he fell victim to his own head-smashing guillotine, so it's rather poetic.

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11. Astrid (Vikings)

The fight between Ivar's and Lagertha's forces saw many deaths in the Vikings mid-season finale. None hurt as much, though, as Astrid at the hands of the woman she loved. Astrid begged Lagertha to kill her so she would not give birth to Harald's child, marking the end of the love affair between the two shield-maidens.

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12. Halfdan the Black (Vikings)

As with Astrid's death, Halfdan's demise was rather emotional. He and his brother Harald found themselves on different sides of the Kattegat civil war, during which Harald killed his sibling by cutting him down with a sword. There was no ill will between the two, however, as Harald promised to see his brother in Valhalla.

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13. Jack (This is Us)

Jack dying was never really a secret on This is Us. Fans knew it was coming for two seasons, but were never sure of how it happened. That question drove a number of conspiracy theories about the series. In the end, it was faulty wiring in a Crock-Pot sparking a deadly fire that took Jack's life.

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Tom (The Blacklist)

He survived a failed spin-off, but Tom Keen was still unable to make it out of Season 5 of The Blacklist alive. He was stabbed and strangled trying to keep Liz alive, and when she awoke from her coma ten months later to learn that, it was one of the show's most heartbreaking moments.

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15. Skinner (The X-Files)

As with most things on The X-Files, the death of Walter Skinner is confusing and possibly not real. During the Season 11 season finale, Skinner is run over by a car driven by the nefarious Cigarette Smoking Man, who leaves him for dead. While he could potentially survive in a future season of the show, star Gillian Anderson's public stance that she's done with the series leaves more X-Files in doubt. At this point, it might be safe to say Skinner is likely dead and buried.

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16. Cigarette Smoking Man (The X-Files)

Another murky death during the most recent X-Files season. In a fit of rage, Mulder shot CSM multiple times, seemingly killing him, before kicking him into a lake. It's as final a moment as the character has ever gotten. That said, it's not like this nefarious monster hasn't been killed on the show before.

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17. Monica Reyes (The X-Files)

As CSM sped toward Skinner, with Agent Reyes trying to stop him, the former FBI agent fired off several shots at the car, one of them fatally wounding Reyes.

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18. Midge (Riverdale)

It wouldn't be Riverdale is somebody wasn't being killed. That said, it's hard to believe the show murdered Midge in such a public and graphic way--especially given how prominent a character Midge is in Archie Comics. That image of her stabbed to death on the stage of Riverdale's high school musical is one that's not going away anytime soon.

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19. Lucifer (Supernatural)

How do you kill the devil? Well, on Supernatural all it takes is Dean Winchester. After Lucifer escaped to the real world in the Season 13--yes, 13--finale, he came to blows with the Winchesters, and it was Dean who finally put him down once and for all.

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20. Leo Fitz (Marvel's Agents of SHIELD)

Agents of SHIELD can be a very tough show to follow. In its fifth season, Fitz and Simmons were finally married--sort of. In truth, the Fitz that married Simmons was actually from the future. He stuck around and, by the end of the season, was killed when a building caved in on him. Of course, given that this if future Fitz, the modern day version is still floating out in space somewhere waiting to wake up. Unfortunately, that version of the character has no idea he's married, which could make for an awkward Season 6.

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Fortnite: Our 27 Best Tips For Scoring Victory Royale

By GameSpot Staff on Jun 06, 2018 02:43 am

Pick Your Landing Zone And Avoid Other Players

Check your map at the outset and watch the flight path carefully: Where you land is your first big decision in Fortnite, and it can help you get off to a fighting start.

Your first order of business is finding weapons. Weapons are mostly found inside buildings, so pick a drop location with a few structures, but try to avoid major settlements or towns along the flight path early on if you're new to the game. Those places have great gear, but also attract a ton of players.

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Speed Is Key Early On

If you're confident in your fighting abilities, meanwhile, pick a spot with lots of buildings, and dive straight for it. Hit the ground ASAP: Avoid falling over hills and other high-elevation areas, as these will cause your glider to auto-deploy sooner and keep you in the air longer. Instead, dive toward lower-elevation spots like water or canyons. The sooner you land, the sooner you can scavenge for a weapon.

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Use Headphones

Sound is crucial in Fortnite. You'll use it to catch people sneaking up on you, zero in on enemies who are shooting at you, and track players for ambushes. You're at a disadvantage listening to the game over your computer speakers, TV speakers, or even a sound system, when compared to players who are armed with a quality pair of surround-sound headphones.

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Chop Down Trees For More Wood

Where you get your materials matters. The best place to get wood is trees -- some dispense more than 40 units from a single node. That's more than you can get breaking up boxes and buildings. You'll want about 300 units to start.

Similarly, while brick walls yield some materials, piles of brick-yielding rocks in the wilderness are even better. And while you can get a good haul of metal from destroying vehicles, be careful: If you set off its alarm, other players will be alerted to your position.

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Aiming Matters When Gathering Resources

Whenever you start hammering away at a wall, tree, or pile of rocks to gather resources, you'll notice that a weird blue icon appears on the thing you're smacking. You want to move your crosshair over each new blue icon with every new swing of your pickaxe. This earns you the most resources you can get with each hit, which means you'll grab more building materials and leave yourself less vulnerable.

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Shield Potions Are Essential

Blue shield potions make you more resilient to incoming fire, and they make a world of difference in any given firefight. As you loot in Fortnite, always drink shield potions right away to fire up a shield immediately, and stockpile the potions that you can't use immediately. They're worth carrying around: Your character can drink a small shield potion in about two seconds, which is just fast enough to get you back on your feet as you duck around a corner or build a few quick walls to escape from an enemy.

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Go For The Gold (Weapons)

Weapons come in several varieties and rarities. The good stuff is blue (rare), purple (epic), and orange (legendary). The best stuff -- the most accurate and powerful guns with the most useful add-ons -- are gold (mythic). Don't be afraid to drop a white or green weapon to make room for something better.

You'll find these rarer guns in treasure chests, which are often hidden inside buildings behind walls that you'll have to destroy or in attics you'll need to build stairs to reach.

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Double Up Your Guns For Added Damage

Having two of the same weapon can actually be pretty useful, particularly when it comes to the pump shotgun and the bolt-action sniper rifle. By having two of these guns in adjacent inventory slots, you can avoid the wait between shotgun pumps or sniper reloads, and instead just switch to your second version of the gun to fire a second shot immediately.

The quick switch can be tough to get used to, but with the power that this move affords you, it's worth training yourself to switch rather than wait to reload. It's a great way to maximize your lethality.

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Crouch And Shoot

A lot of guns in Fortnite lack accuracy, especially at close range. Whenever possible to do so safely, keep still and crouch: It'll increase your accuracy, helping you take down other players more quickly.

That doesn't mean you should stop dodging and stand still in the open during a heated battle. But if you spot someone on the move and are thinking about opening fire on them, you'll have an advantage if you get low and keep still.

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Keep Quiet

Running is a noisy way to move around, and sprinting is even louder. You can reduce your movement sounds by crouching and moving more slowly, but note that even rotating your character creates the sound of footsteps. Doors also make a ton of racket, but in Fortnite, you'll often find it's possible to jump through a window and avoid doors entirely. You'll also want to avoid shooting unless absolutely necessary, as the sound is like raising a flag on your location--although silenced weapons help with that issue a great deal.

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Throw Up Walls To Protect Downed Teammates

Creating a few quick fortifications can buy you precious extra seconds while you heal a teammate who has been knocked down by gunfire. Just remember to use wood if you're currently under fire: It'll build the fastest, and it can take the most punishment from other players immediately after being deployed. If you're in a rough battle situation, though, you might need multiple layers (or you might just need to leave your friend hanging while you take out the attackers).

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Take (Or Build) The High Ground

High ground will win you fights in Fortnite. In firefights, practice quickly building upward as you fight enemies. You can drop walls and then ramps to protect yourself as you climb, and shooting down on other players nets you more headshots and damage, while offering you better protection. Quickly making a ramp surrounded by protective walls means that you can jump up and take potshots at enemies below while also making yourself extremely tough to hit.

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Watch For Player Buildings

The good news is that player buildings are usually square, blank, obvious towers... so you'll usually see them from a distance. They're great indicators of where players are staked out, so if you ever spot a tower or other fortification, you should absolutely approach it with caution--it usually means someone's waiting with a scoped rifle, hoping to take down passersby.

If you can destroy the bottom of stairs or the supports of a tower, you might be able to collapse it altogether, so pay attention to how you can use the environment and the construction to your advantage.

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Use Bushes And Trees For Concealment

While many bushes are solid, you can slip inside some of them, which mostly conceals your character and make you tough to spot at a distance. Stealth can take you a long way if you're patient and don't move too much when sneaking up on people.

By the same token, don't ignore those light green bushes around you. Putting a shot or two into a bush will quickly reveal if anyone is hiding in it.

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Never Trust Cover

No cover in Fortnite is foolproof -- pretty much everything is destructible. This means that even when you're hiding out or grabbing cover in a firefight, you should always be prepared to move, strafe, run, and otherwise do your best to avoid fire. Walls won't save you--and especially late in the game, the likelihood of someone bringing along a rocket launcher or mini-gun to a battle increases tremendously.

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Build To Save Yourself From Falling

Fall damage is a big deal in Fortnite. Always remember that you can save yourself by using the build menu to quickly drop structures beneath you as you fall. So long as you're close enough to the wall of a tower or a cliff, you can instantly build a floor or ramp beneath you that can stop your descent and save you from certain doom.

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Be Careful When Looting Defeated Players

Instead of rushing up to a dead player and looting gear (which can leave you very vulnerable), it's often better to take a beat, grab cover, and survey the situation. Other players might be attracted to the gunfire or spot the loot as you're on your way to grab it, allowing them to get the drop on you. Similarly, you might be able to use the dead player's loot to get the drop on them.

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Open Doors (Usually) Mean A Place Has Been Looted

Doors can tell you a lot. An open door on a building might mean someone's inside, though more often, it means that someone has at least been through that building and taken all the good stuff already. By the same token, closing doors behind you is a good way to throw off other players, or to catch the unwary in ambushes.

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Don't Fight Unless You're (Pretty) Sure You Can Win

Your greatest advantage at all times is surprise, but you only have one life to live. This means that it's often better to ignore another player and stay hidden (if you can't get the jump on them).

Take your time, line up your shots, and make sure your opponent is within range so that you take them down before they can react.

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Beware Of Traps

Traps are great for ruining the day of someone following you, or to place on your towers to dissuade anyone sneaking up below you. When heading into buildings, it's good practice to stand beside the front door and look inside to check for an ambush. When you do that, take a glance upward too, to ensure you're not about to stumble into somebody else's devilish plan.

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The Boogie Bomb Is The Best

The goofiest weapon in Fortnite is as useful as it is hilarious. When the Boogie Bomb explodes, everyone caught in its radius is forced to start dancing for five seconds, leaving them completely vulnerable. It's especially handy for when you find a couple of other players already battling it out: With one bomb and a quick trigger finger, you can humiliate your opponents, eliminate them, and steal all their stuff.

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Wood (Often) Trumps Metal

Materials in Fortnite have a few little quirks. Generally, wood is the weakest material, while brick is a little stronger, and metal is the strongest. That said, brick and metal structures take longer to build (and reach full health) than wood structures do. A fresh wood wall can survive two close-range shotgun blasts while brick or metal will collapse after a single blast.

Use wood for firefights. Save your brick and metal for stronger fortifications closer to the end of a match.

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Getting Good At Building Is How You Win

The best Fortnite players are expert builders. They've trained themselves through repetition to quickly construct walls, towers, bridges, and ramps in order to save their lives in the heat of battle, or give themselves a ridiculous advantage using height and cover.

If you play Fortnite like you play PUBG, you'll get shut down over and over by players who love carpentry. Get good at farming resources quickly and erecting structures even faster, if you want to be competitive!

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Watch For (And Mark) Supply Drops

Like just about everything else in Fortnite, supply crates are destructible, and you can damage their balloons from afar with your gun. Doing so causes the crate's health bar to pop up, which stays on your screen even if structures or other things obstruct your line of sight to the crate itself. Marking crates means that you can more easily get to them when they hit the ground, but be ready to fight anyone else with the same idea.

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Use The Storm To Your Advantage

The ever-advancing storm that shrinks the play area is deadly ... but not immediately so. You can sometimes use this tactically: The edge of the storm is a great place to catch desperate players as they scramble to safety. You can also duck through the semi-opaque edge early in the match to hide from players in the eye who are battling you (though that's a risky gamble).

In the end game, keep your back close to the storm. It'll ensure that you won't be attacked from behind.

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Keep Your Inventory Organized

You definitely want to spend time getting used to the inventory menu (press up on the directional pad or "I" on a keyboard) and keeping it organized. It's useful for checking your weapons' stats, handing off guns and ammo to your teammates, and for organizing your inventory so guns and specific types of items are always in the same slots. The repetition of knowing where you keep heals or certain guns can make it a lot easier for you to switch in a hurry.

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Complete Daily Challenges To Unlock Cosmetics Faster

Playing Fortnite earns you experience points based on your performance in a match, and each time you earn enough, you level up, which earns you one "Battle Star." After grabbing 10 Battle Stars, you advance to a new "tier," and at certain tiers, you unlock new emotes and other items. It's possible to earn tiers faster by completing Daily Challenges, which are listed on the Lobby screen when you log into Fortnite. Challenges require you to complete special actions, like killing a set number of players with a specific gun. Challenges give you a bunch of experience points and five Battle Stars for completing them, which can help you earn tiers a lot quicker.

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