Alongside banning another 30,000 cheaters from Call of Duty: Warzone, bringing the total number of permabans up to 475,000, publisher Activision has outlined some steps it's taking to further combat cheaters across the Call of Duty series like issuing hardware bans to repeat or serial offenders.🚫 30,000 more bans today 🚫The fight against cheating in #Warzone continues. https://t.co/v1SxErsUzX — Raven Software (@RavenSoftware) April 12, 2021This is Warzone's "seventh high-volume set of bans since February," Activision said. In a blog post, the publisher discussed what its security and enforcement teams are doing, such as issuing permabans to repeat or serial offenders and using two-factor authentication to put even more obstacles in the way of cheaters.Increased Call of Duty: Warzone Anti-Cheat EffortsContinue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Comedian Bert Kreischer's viral story about getting kidnapped by Russian gangsters is getting turned into a movie, with Star Wars actor Mark Hamill on board to star in it.Hamill and Kreischer himself will appear in the movie, which comes from Godzilla studio Legendary. It's based on Kreischer's viral story about his time studying abroad in Russia when he had a run-in with the Russia mob and helped them rob a train.I think I might already regret this. @bertkreischer #TheMachineMovie @Legendary pic.twitter.com/O9vs4bbJmA — Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) April 13, 2021Hamill will play Kreischer's father. It's not a re-telling of the events per se, but instead, the events of the story will catch up with Kreischer 20 years later. Kreischer and his father (Hamill) are now being pursued by the people that he wronged two decades ago.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The latest installment in the Fast & Furious Saga is due to get a new trailer on April 14, according to a string of tweets from the movie's official Twitter account. The tweets, a series of seconds-long videos showcasing each individual cast member posing next to a sick ride, are far from action-packed, but at least confirm that the movie is indeed still coming out on June 25.Fast & Furious 9, alternatively known as F9, is an upcoming action movie directed by Justin Lin (True Detective, Community). Lin, who directed previous entries in the franchise like Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift and Fast & Furious 6, has returned as co-writer on F9 alongside Daniel Casey (10 Cloverfield Lane). Check out the recent Twitter thread below for a small taste of what's ahead.Welcome back, Fam. The all new #F9 trailer drops tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/bBDovynpgi — #F9 (@TheFastSaga) April 13, 2021Noticeably absent from the gang posturing are Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham--who have been spun off into their own franchise--but Lin has drafted in their place another wrestler-turned-actor in John Cena. Additionally, Sung Kang is returning as Han--a beloved character who died in Tokyo Drift, even though it actually takes place after the sixth movie in the series. Also returning are Michelle Rodriguez as Letty, Helen Mirren as Magdalene Shaw, Tyrese Gibson as Roman Pearce, Ludacris as Tej Parker, and many more. Also, Jordana Brewster returns to the series as Mia after sitting out The Fate of the Furious. Vin Diesel's 10-year-old son, Vincent Sinclair, also joins the cast in this entry.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The first part of Final Fantasy XIV's Patch 5.5 went live on April 13. Originally announced on February 6, the new update is titled Death Unto Dawn. It will set the stage for the next expansion, Endwalker--the story that will wrap up Hydaelyn and Zodiark's long running arc.The second part of Patch 5.5 will release at the end of May, after the digital FFXIV Fan Fest. The following details delve into Patch 5.5, so spoilers beware for those not caught up with the storyline or those that want to go into the new content blind.In the main storyline, it's clear Eorzea is facing (yet another) existential threat. In the trailer, all of the Head of States are gathered in what looks like a very important meeting. The narration too implies the need for everybody to fight against a common enemy or else be annihilated. The optional side quest Sorrow of Werlyt will get its conclusion in Patch 5.5 as well.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Starting on April 13, clothing retailer H&M and Game of Thrones star Maisie Williams are welcoming visitors to Looop Island, their own slice of virtual paradise where players can learn how to lessen their fashion footprint. On the island is both an H&M-inspired storefront, as well as the game’s first ever recycling station, the Looop Machine. Modeled after the retailer’s real-life device that debuted last October, the Loop Machine is meant to encourage “the reuse, remaking, and recycling of unwanted garments in a united effort to close the loop in fashion,” starting with your digital digs.In addition to the island’s reveal, some players will get the chance to meet both Willaims and H&M global sustainability manager Pascal Brun on April 13, when the pair will host players and encourage them to share their thoughts about fast-fashion on the Looop Island notice board. However, this campaign is not merely a digital one. Looop Island is just the first step in raising awareness of environmental issues and the dangers of fast-fashion, particularly for younger generations.Image provided by H&M Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Pokemon Go's Sustainability Week event will run from April 20-25, developer Niantic has announced. The event will feature increased spawns of Poison, Grass, and other kinds of Pokemon, and you'll have your first chance to catch Shiny Trubbish as well as the new Gen 6 monster, Binacle.Throughout Sustainability Week, Grimer, Drilbur, Ferroseed, Trubbish, and other monsters will appear in the wild more frequently than usual, while Diglett, Tangela, Goldeen, Budew, Cherubi, and Finneon will hatch more frequently from 5 km eggs. The aforementioned Binacle will also be appearing as a Raid boss alongside Vileplume, Exeggutor, and other Pokemon.In addition to the increased Pokemon spawns, there will be new event-exclusive Timed and Field Research tasks. Completing these will lead to encounters with Chespin, Cottonee, Binacle, and other monsters. All players will also be able to claim a free Sustainability Week t-shirt for their avatar from Pokemon Go's style shop.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

You'll need to slice through your opponents even more quickly in the new DLC for ninja parkour game Ghostrunner. The new Kill Run mode brings some extremely tough new challenges to the game, requiring you to not only rip through enemies who can one-shot you at a moment's notice, but to find ultimate paths through enemies and execute perfect jumps, dodges, and wall-runs in order to nab a high score.We got a chance to check out the newly announced DLC mode ahead of its reveal, and it brings an even higher level of intensity to the game than the rest of Ghostrunner. Kill Run mode contains five intense time attack levels, where you're judged not only by finding your way through the stage, but by how quickly you do so. You're only given around 25 seconds to beat them, but with the twist that 25 seconds isn't really enough time to beat them. If the timer runs out, you're killed and are forced to start the level over.To make it through Kill Run's stages, you're incentivized to take out enemies, with each kill adding two seconds to your timer. You can also grab yellow clock icons scattered throughout the level, each throwing another second on your timer. But dying in Kill Run is essential, because beating the stages with a decent time--and therefore, unlocking higher ranks--is all about finding the best paths through the stage to gather kills and speed while maximizing your efficiency. So each Kill Run is a battle of attrition, forcing you to go as fast as possible, be as good a killer as you can be, and to be as observant as you can manage to find the best ways forward. Sometimes, you want to hit as many kills as you can in a short amount of time; at other points, whipping past enemies to find a quicker way to the goal saves you way more time.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Best external hard drive Seagate external hard drive See at Amazon Runner-up: Best external hard drive WD Elements external hard drive See at Amazon Best external SSD Samsung T7 external SSD See at Amazon Best for portability SanDisk Extreme external SSD See at Amazon Best desktop hard drive WD My Book desktop hard drive See at Amazon When it comes to the best external hard drives, you should always go for a reliable option over the fastest possible. While fast speeds are nice, if it's not a hard drive with a proven track record of keeping your information safe without failure, it's not worth it. This is extremely important because if a hard drive burns itself out, all of your games, save data, and any other files you may have on it are gone forever. Thankfully, there are a number of options that combine speed and reliability into one nice package, perfect for anyone with a PS5, Xbox Series X, or even a PC.If you're planning to use an external hard drive with your PS5 or Xbox Series X, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, you'll need to format the hard drive on the console itself--your console should prompt you to do this automatically if it recognizes the drive, but you can also do this in your console's storage settings.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Martin Scorsese might have a lot to say about streaming, but he knows a green light when he sees one, and so the director is working on his next film, Killers of the Flower Moon, for Apple Studios. Now, Scorsese has added four new members to the film's cast alongside stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, and Jesse Plemons, according to The Hollywood Reporter.The new actors joining the cast are Tatanka Means (I Know This Much is True), Michael Abbott Jr. (The Death of Dick Long), Pat Healy (The Post), and Scott Shepherd (Bridge of Spies).Killers of the Flower Moon, announced for production last summer, is based on the book of the same name, which recounts a string of murders in Osage County, Oklahoma in the 1920s in a plot to take over Osage-owned oil deposits for profit, which are then investigated by the just-formed FBI.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Samsung has opened a specialized site aimed at tempting iPhone users to switch to its Android-based Samsung Galaxy line. The Samsung iTest site takes you to a browser-based simulation of the Samsung Galaxy interface.Opening the site will prompt you to add the browser shortcut to your home screen, which will allow it to go full-screen. From there you can check out some tool tips you get in messages from your sample "generic friends," browse and swap themes, make a fake phone call, and more. There's even a Samsung Kids button to simulate the kid-friendly interface.The Verge reports that there are some Easter eggs buried in the interface too. The Settings menu is said to be simplified "just so our developer could have a lunch break." There's also a Fortnite icon in the game launcher, which actually may be a selling point since the game is blocked on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store due to pending litigation.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

An official video showing off the changing face of Halo’s Master Chief appears to end sooner than intended. That video, titled "Master Chief through the years," was posted on the official Xbox YouTube channel on April 9, and it prominently features the changes in the iconic hero's model over the many Halo games he stars in, including the upcoming Halo Infinite.The video certainly showcases the leaps in technology that the Halo games have taken advantage of over the years, and the difference between Halo 1 and 2 Master Chief models is pretty staggering by itself. That said, the video abruptly ends at the 23-second mark, right around the time that Halo Infinite footage starts to get good. This apparent mistake lead some fans to leave humorous responses to the video. Even so, the video is still up, so it's unclear if it actually was a mistake."'Did we fix the ending?'" commenter Ben jokes, imagining the conversation between the video editors. "'I already clicked export.' 'Meh, it's Friday.'" Pvt Donut asks: "Hey Xbox, you posted only 24 seconds, where's the rest of [the] trailer?"Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Casa Bonita, a popular Colorado landmark elevated to iconic restaurant since being featured in South Park, has filed for Chapter 11 protection according to The Denver Channel. The restaurant had been closed during the pandemic, though reportedly recently announced it would be reopening soon--but those plans are as of this writing now unclear.The Denver Channel further reports that the documents filed by Casa Bonita did not specify the amount of debt the company owes, though "the filing states that the company's noncontingent liquated debts are below $7.5 million." This is also not necessarily an indication that Casa Bonita will close for good, just that it at least needs time to reorganize and strategize over its debts.South Park co-creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker, who have both loved the restaurant since childhood, once considered buying the restaurant. In a 2016 interview, Parker told The Hollywood Reporter: "Four years ago, it came up for sale and we had 10 minutes of like, 'We should buy it,' because they do have a few things up there now where they're like, this is the South Park Casa Bonita. There are people who go to Casa Bonita because of South Park."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The rumored new Netflix movie Home Team, which hails from Adam Sandler's Happy Madison production company, has cast one of its leads. Kevin James, a frequent collaborator with Sandler, is apparently going to play New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton in the upcoming football movie.This news comes from noted NFL insider Peter King. He revealed that the story of Home Team begins in 2012, which was when Payton was suspended for a year due to his involvement in his team's plan to purposefully injure other players as part of what was called "bountygate."During his time away from the NFL, Payton coached his son's team of sixth graders, and this same story will be featured in the movie. According to King, Payton is involved with the movie, too. He recently read the script and "made some corrections," according to King.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The new week has brought some excellent deals along with it, and some of the very best deals from last week are still available, too. On the games front, Marvel's Avengers is down to its best price yet at Amazon, Monster Hunter Rise is still available for $10 off, and PlayStation exclusives like The Last of Us Part 2 are on sale for steeply discounted prices. You can also save big on a great Lenovo gaming laptop and take advantage of some notable Best Buy daily deals, including a big discount on a cool Segway scooter. We've rounded up the best deals to take advantage of on Monday, and make sure to return tomorrow for more deals. Marvel's Avengers $25 (was $60) Marvel's Avengers is down to the best price we can recall at Amazon. Right now, you can snag a copy for PlayStation or Xbox platforms for only $25. Marvel's Avengers comes with a free next-gen upgrade and recently received a big update that adds new content. While the live service component of Marvel's Avengers is underwhelming, the mainline story and combat are solid, which makes this a great price for Marvel fans. See at Amazon Monster Hunter Rise Switch Pro Controller $75 Though it's not discounted, the Monster Hunter Rise-themed Nintendo Switch Pro controller is worth mentioning here. It's been going in and out of stock since release and eventually will probably not come back. The cool controller has Rise's big baddie Magnamalo emblazoned in gold and costs $75. It's worth noting that your order won't ship until May 22, so you'll have to wait a while to play Monster Hunter Rise with your new Pro controller. See at Amazon Monster Hunter Rise $50 (was $60) The latest major Nintendo Switch exclusive, Monster Hunter Rise, only released a few weeks ago, but you can save $10 on your purchase at eBay. This deal comes with free shipping and a money-back guarantee. We highlighted this deal last week as well and limited stock is available. The action-RPG earned a 9/10 in our Monster Hunter Rise review. See at eBay The Last of Us Part II $30 (was $60) The Last of Us Part 2 is 50% off at Amazon right now, dropping the price to $30. It was one of our favorite games of 2020, and this deal matches the best price we've seen since release. The harrowing sequel earned an 8/10 in our The Last of Us Part 2 review. See at Amazon Bravely Default II $50 (was $60) If you're a fan of traditional JRPGs, you should check out Bravely Default II, which released exclusively on Nintendo Switch earlier this year. Amazon is selling Bravely Default II for $10 off right now. We've yet to see the lengthy RPG discounted for less, so this is worth scooping up if you're looking for a game that you can sink dozens upon dozens of hours into. See at Amazon Ghost of Tsushima $40 (was $60) Ghost of Tsushima, one of the PS4's final exclusives, is on sale for $40 at Amazon. Tsushima has a captivating open world and a great combat system. In addition to a great solo campaign, Tsushima has an online multiplayer mode that is surprisingly robust, which gives the Sucker Punch action game some serious legs after the credits roll. Ghost of Tsushima has a free next-gen upgrade to PS5. See at Amazon Lenovo Legion 5 Gaming Laptop $880 (was $1,101) eBay has an awesome deal on a solid Lenovo gaming laptop right now. The Lenovo Legion 5 is discounted to $880, which is more than $200 off. This deal comes from the reputable seller antonline and features free shipping and returns. The Lenovo Legion 5 has a 15.6-inch 144Hz display, a Ryzen 7-4800H processor, Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. See at eBay Ask Iwata $20.49 (was $23) Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom from Satoru Iwata, Nintendo's Legendary CEO releases tomorrow, April 13 in hardcover. The book compiles "Iwata Asks" interviews that took place during the last decade of the late CEO's life. Amazon is selling preorders at a small discount, knocking the price down to $20.49. See at Amazon Logitech Ultimate Ears Boom Portable Speaker $90 (was $150) Best Buy is offering a steep discount on a great Logitech portable speaker today only. Normally $150, you can get the Logitech Ultimate Ears Boom Portable Speaker for $90. The wireless speaker has a 100-foot range and can run for 15 hours on a full charge. It features 360-degree sound and has a water-resistant design. See at Best Buy Anker ROAV Wireless Charger $40 (was $60) Wireless chargers can come in handy, and this particular Anker model also comes with a mount to use while on the go. It's specifically designed to be used in the car, so this is a great pick for those who have long commutes or travel a lot. Best Buy has marked down the Anker ROAV wireless charger to $40 today only. It works with all Qi-compatible devices and features 10 watts of charging power. See at Best Buy Segway Ninebot S Self-Balancing Scooter $400 (was $600) Just in time for the seasonal change, Best Buy is offering a steep discount on this Segway scooter. Regularly $600, you can get the Segway Ninebot S Self-Balancing Scooter for only $400 today only. The Ninebot's self-balancing design makes it easy for beginners to start riding around hands free. It has a max speed of 10mph and can travel nearly 14 miles between charges. See at Best Buy Best Deals And Sales This Week Today Only: Get A Super-Fast 1TB SSD For Just $100 Best Gaming Deals On Friday: Persona 5 Strikers For $40, Monster Hunter Rise For $50, And More GameStop's Big Spring Sale Is Live Now + Show More Best Deals And Sales This Week Links (3) 9 Free PS4 And PSVR Games Up For Grabs Now More Than 600 Xbox Games Discounted In Massive Spring Sale Animal Crossing Build-A-Bear Collection Sold Out, More Coming Soon Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

A group of dedicated Halo fans have uncovered a previously-unknown Easter egg in Halo 5: Guardians. The Easter egg found in the campaign mission Evacuation puts four players on mongooses (or mongeese) and challenges them to race one another, with the winner receiving a heavy weapon for their trouble.Last week, a popular Twitter thread prompted developers to reveal their favorite Easter eggs in games they've worked on. Halo designer Patrick Wren responded that the Evacuation mission features hidden Halo Kart for four players. When fans heard this and realized that no one had uncovered it yet, they immediately started streaming their attempts to find the hidden feature.There is a Halo Kart racing for four player coop with mongeese in my mission Evacuation. Winner gets heavy weapons at the end of the race. https://t.co/A48VvPqJzA — Patrick Wren (@Witdarkstar) April 4, 2021Four Spartans begin at the stationTo seek Evacuation sensationTo race out of the gateSimply stand there and waitA duration of his designation — Patrick Wren (@Witdarkstar) April 5, 2021YouTuber Rocket Sloth hopped into Halo 5 with three fellow Halo superfans and scoured the level for any hints they could find. Eventually, Wren responded with the above five-line rhyme to give the players a little more direction. The fans figured out pretty quickly that the line about "a duration of his designation" referred to Master Chief's true name of John-117, meaning that they needed to stand somewhere for 117 seconds.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com