Nintendo closed its E3 2021 presentation with a fresh look at one of the most anticipated games in a long time: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild's sequel. The new trailer showed off more of the game's setting, gameplay, and tone, and it also confirmed a release window for the game: 2022. Though a specific date hasn't been revealed, retailers clearly thought that was good enough for them to push their listings live, which means you can finally preorder Breath of the Wild's sequel right now.As thrilling as it is to see the sequel pop up at stores as a real, physical thing you can actually buy, it's worth keeping in mind this game is still very far out--we don't even know if it's called Breath of the Wild 2. Right now, retailers have opened preorders for the game's standard edition, which is priced at $60 USD. The Breath of the Wild sequel is sure to have some kind of collector's edition, so if you're the type to hold out for a special edition like that, it's probably not worth snagging the standard edition just yet. But if the base game is all you want, you can secure your order today, if you'd like. Preorder The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 $60 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild's sequel is finally up for preorder if you're content with owning the standard edition--or just want to feel the thrill of preordering it this far out. Both Amazon and Best Buy have listings up, but no box art is available yet. See at Amazon See at Best Buy Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

A tenured development team has found a new porpoise as Intellivision has announced Amico-exclusive Dolphin Quest, a brand-new game from the developers of Sega Genesis classic Ecco the Dolphin.The announcement was part of the Intellivision E3 2021 presentation, a ten-minute showcase of the Intellivision Amico console coming later this year and a slew of games coming to it. Dolphin Quest is being developed by "the original Ecco the Dolphin team," according to the game's brief debut.Other games announced for Intellivision Amico during the presentation were remakes of classic Intellivision games--including Night Stalker and Cloudy Mountain--as well as original IP like platformer Finnegan Fox and a brand-new entry in the Earthworm Jim franchise. The Sesame Street and Care Bears franchises appeared with new edutainment titles for kids, while partnerships with Major League Baseball and Data East were also announced.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Forza Horizon 5 was officially revealed during the Xbox and Bethesda E3 Showcase. The reveal trailer gave us plenty of information, including its Mexican setting, dynamic weather system, and the introduction of a new Horizon Arcade that lets you compete in over-the-top racing challenges. Now, we also know that Forza Horizon 5 will be the biggest and most diverse game in the series, as creative director Mike Brown explained during an interview with IGN."Right from the very beginning of development, we knew that we wanted to make the biggest Horizon ever," Brown says. He explains that part of this approach means doing something new rather than simply expanding the scope of the game while offering more of the same. "So it also has to be the most diverse and the most contrasting Horizon ever, as well," he continues.Mexico stood out because of its natural diversity, with snowy mountains, historic cities, jungles, rolling hills, farm land, beaches, and mountain ranges all part of its expansive landscape. It should allow for more varied gameplay opportunities than we've seen from the series before.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Actor Jessica Henwick, who is also among the newcomers for The Matrix 4, is joining the Knives Out 2's sizable cast, according to Deadline. "Sizable" may be an understatement, as a new ensemble member for the whodunit has been announced at a steady pace over the last few weeks.Henwick joins Madelyn Cline (Outer Banks), Kate Hudson (Kung Fu Panda 3), Kathryn Hahn (WandaVision), Dave Bautista (Army of the Dead), Janelle Monáe (Homecoming), Edward Norton (Fight Club), and Leslie Odom Jr. (Hamilton) in a cast positively bursting with big names. Daniel Craig's detective character, Benoit Blanc, will be returning as well.Although no plot details are known, it is assumed that the massive list of names will, as in the 2019 movie starting the franchise, comprise a huge number of potential suspects and trails to follow as Benoit Blanc interrogates people involved in a murder. It would not at all be out of the question to expect further casting announcements in the coming weeks.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

A hacker collective has figured out how to run the 1993 shooter Doom using the components of an Ikea lightbulb--because why not. If it has a computer inside, it can probably run Doom, and this is the latest demonstration of that.Next-hack published a lengthy blog post detailing how the group disassembled the approximately $20 TRÅDFRI LED wireless lightbulb to extract its RF module and combine that with other components--a bit more flash memory, a cheap160×128 SPI display, etcetera--to build the setup.There were some restrictions the group put on themselves, however, namely that the "microcontroller [must have] reasonably limited computing power and/or memory, with respect to vanilla Doom's minimum requirements." On top of limiting computing power, next-hack required themselves to play Doom using the embedded microcontroller, not some replacement.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Netflix has announced that Big Mouth, the streaming service's popular adult-skewing animated series about teens enduring puberty, will be spinning off with "the even edgier and adult-ier" series, Human Resources. Stars Nick Kroll and Maya Rudolph will reprise their roles, respectively, as Maury the Hormone Monster and Connie the Hormone Monstress in a show that's kinda-sorta like Monsters, Inc.The new show's official synopsis reads: "The spinoff pulls back the curtain on the daily lives of the creatures--Hormone Monsters, Depression Kitties, Shame Wizards and many more--that help humans journey through every aspect of life from puberty to childbirth to the twilight years. It quickly becomes clear that though the creatures are the protagonists, they have a lot of humanity themselves."So excited to finally reveal the insanely talented cast for Human Resources, the @bigmouth spin-off, set in the workplace of our creatures. Filled with Hormone Monsters, Shame Wizards and sooo much more. This. Show. Is. Bonkers. https://t.co/n5kYpBDNeb — nick kroll (@nickkroll) June 14, 2021David Thewlis (Harry Potter), who plays The Shame Wizard, will be joined by franchise newcomers Aidy Bryant (Saturday Night Live), Brandon Kyle Goodman (Feel the Beat), Keke Palmer (Akeelah and the Bee), and Randall Park (Fresh off the Boat). Human Resources will be animated by Big Mouth animators Titmouse, though no production start or release date has yet been announced.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

BioWare, the esteemed game developer behind franchises like Dragon Age and Mass Effect, has announced that Gary McKay is its new general manager. McKay was formerly the interim GM for BioWare following the departure of former GM Casey Hudson in December 2020. Longtime producer Mark Darrah also left in December.McKay is BioWare's new permanent GM. He got his start with EA back in 1998 before moving to Propaganda Games and then other companies. He returned to EA in January 2020. "Now you could say I've come full circle," he said in a blog post."When you spend over 20 years in the industry, there are a small handful of studios on your bucket list in terms of teams you’d want to work with--and BioWare is at the top of my list," he added. "This studio is unique in that it has an incredible history of building critically successful games and universes that are truly beloved by so many fans. For me, success is all about rebuilding that reputation, and delivering on that promise of quality."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Call of Duty's Monday weekly briefing highlights all the juicy intel for Season 4's upcoming arrival for Black Ops Cold War and Warzone on June 17. The roadmap reveals a new battle pass, more modes, operators, and weapons are coming, as well as a new limited-time event. Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Hitman 3's latest DLC, Season of the Sloth, kicks off tomorrow, June 15. The new DLC is part of the Seven Deadly Sins content which has previously covered both Greed and Pride. Season of the Sloth adds new content for Agent 47, including new cosmetics, weapons, and a new Escalation mission.The Sloth Depletion Escalation presents a new take on the Dartmoor location from Hitman 3 and promises to take you deep into the mind of Agent 47. You'll also gain access to the Lotophage Suit, which makes 47 look more scruffy than usual, as well as the Slapdash SMG and the snail-shaped Goldbrick Proximity Mine.The first act of the Seven Deadly Sins DLC was focused on Greed. After Pride and Sloth comes Lust, Gluttony, Wrath, and Envy, so there's a lot more to look forward to for Hitman fans.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Epic Games and Tribeca Enterprises--the organizers of Tribeca Film Festival--are trying to make it a little bit easier for aspiring animators to create films. In fact, a new extension of the Unreal Fellowship program will provide educational workshops to help them learn how they can use the technology to create their projects--even those that have nothing to do with gaming.The program will be led by Unreal Engine experts and will provide information on how to use the technology for "cutting-edge entertainment, compelling visualizations, and immersive virtual worlds." Though it certainly began its life as a video game engine and it's immensely popular for this purpose, Unreal has already seen use in film and some major film projects are even created in it. Mutant Year Zero, for instance, is being adapted for the big screen with Unreal. "The technology that has powered so many of today's most renowned video games is becoming more and more essential to the production of films and television shows, and our mission is to provide a platform for independent filmmakers to learn more about these incredibly powerful tools and resources available to them," Tribeca Festival co-founder CEO Jane Rosenthal said in a statement on the festival's website. You can sign up to be notified about the program and learn more information at the same link. Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The next round-based map for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Zombie has been revealed. Launching in July is Mauer Der Toten, which comes to the popular shooter through the big season four update. The key art for Mauer der Toten can be seen below, along with a screenshot from the new map.It's the third round-based Zombies map for Black Ops Cold War, following Die Maschine and Firebase Z. Set in East Berlin after a zombies invasion took over the city, Mauer der Toten unravels the latest chapter in the ongoing Dark Aether storyline."The Zombies team is chomping at the bit to share more about this new experience soon, but for now, expect Mauer der Toten to offer plenty of new twists, turns, and terrifying undead threats for players to conquer," developer Treyarch said.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

It's a big year for Halo, with developer 343 Industries finally releasing Halo Infinite after a year-long delay from its original Fall 2020 release date as a launch title for the Series X|S. While it missed that date, 2021 is a special, fitting year for Halo, as it marks the 20th anniversary of the franchise and the Xbox brand overall.Before Microsoft launches Halo Infinite, there will be beta period, according to comments from the developer, and it's easy to sign up. In this story we're running down some quick instructions on how to sign up for the Halo Insider program to earn a shot at getting chosen to participate in the upcoming trial.How To Sign Up For Halo InsiderThe Halo Insider program is free and open to everyone across console and PC. You can opt in to the Halo Insider program on Microsoft's website, and the process is very simple and straightforward.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Amazon's brand-new Echo Buds have received a price cut for Prime Day 2021, and you can take advantage of the deal right now. Just released in May, the Echo Buds are available with either a wired or wireless charging case, both of which are $40 off for Prime members. It's one of many Prime Day Echo deals going live one week before the big sale.The Echo Buds feature active noise cancellation and dynamic audio that let you listen to your music as clearly as possible, with up to five hours of music playback on one charge. The included charging case bumps that up to 15 hours, and in a pinch, a 15-minute charge will get you back to your favorite songs for two more hours. Echo Buds $80 (was $120) The Echo Buds with a wired charging case are on sale for $80 (down from $120), while the $140 model with a wireless charging case included is now an even $100. These wireless earbuds feature a lightweight, water-resistant design that make them a great choice for any outdoor activity. See at Amazon Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Echo Show 5 (2019) $45 (was $80) See at Amazon Echo Buds $80 (was $120) See at Amazon Echo Dot (2020) Get two for $50 with code PDDOT2PK See at Amazon Echo Auto with free 6 months of Amazon Music Unlimited $15 (was $50) See at Amazon Echo Frames $175 (was $250) See at Amazon Echo Show 5 (2019) with Blink Mini $55 (was $115) See at Amazon Echo Show 8 (2021) with Blink Mini $140 (was $165) See at Amazon Echo Show 5 (2021) with Blink Mini $95 (was $120) See at Amazon We're one week out from Amazon Prime Day 2021, which returns June 21-22, and if there's one thing you can always count on for Prime Day, it's a ton of deals on Amazon's own smart devices, the most popular of which is the Echo. Since the first Amazon Echo released in 2014, the line has expanded drastically to include numerous generations of Echo Show, Echo Dot, and other interesting products such as the new Echo Buds and Echo Frames. Prime Day Echo deals will bring steep discounts on all of these products, and because Amazon loves to drum up hype for its annual sale, the company is already slashing prices on Echo smart devices.The single best-selling product of Prime Day 2020 was the Echo Dot, so you expect to see it featured heavily next week. Right now, though, Amazon's offering a bundle discount on two Echo Dots that gets you the pair for $50 with code PDDOT2PK. Also notable is a steep discount on 2019's Echo Show 5, which is on sale for just $45 as an early Prime Day deal. Other early Prime Day Echo deals include the brand-new Echo Buds for $40 off as well as the new Echo Frames for $75 off.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

A bipartisan group in the U.S. House of Representatives has introduced five new antitrust bills aimed at restricting the power of large tech companies like Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google. As reported by the New York Times, the bills represent a drastic overhaul of current antitrust laws, providing additional funding for regulators and making it easier to break up businesses using power in one area to force its way into another area.This comes a year after an antitrust committee released a report declaring that the big tech companies have been engaging in monopolistic practices. These bills are posed to be some of the most drastic measures taken against tech companies if the bills are passed. One of the bills would make it illegal for a company like Google to prioritize its own businesses on its search engine. Google would need to weigh YouTube results on Google equally with other businesses or would have to split off the video company.Another bill would prohibit a company with a dominant platform from using its influence to lock out competitors from its platform or from demanding conditions for those who want access to its business. This bill would have a direct impact on Apple, which has been dealing with an antitrust lawsuit from Epic Games for using its dominance over the iOS platform to take a large percentage of profits from apps on its store. While all of the bills do have bipartisan support, it does not necessarily mean that they will be easy to pass.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com