Following Rayman creator Michel Ancel's abrupt resignation from Ubisoft earlier this month, the company has confirmed that he is under investigation regarding allegations of a toxic and hostile work environment."[Ubisoft CEO] Yves Guillemot committed back in July that any allegation will be investigated and no one will be outside of that process -- and this would include Michel Ancel," Ubisoft told GameSpot. "And as Michel confirmed to the journalist at Liberation, he is under investigation. The investigation is still ongoing and we have nothing further to share as we respect the confidentiality of this investigation."Ancel was informed of the investigation in August and has not been in contact with Guillemot since then.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Nintendo has revealed that anyone with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild save data on their Nintendo Switch will receive a free bonus when playing Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. If you want to take Link into battle with weapon that will might break after a few swings, leaving you completely defenseless, then you'll want to keep your save data.If you have save data for The Legend of #Zelda: Breath of the Wild on your #NintendoSwitch, you'll receive the bonus Training Sword weapon for Link in #HyruleWarriors: Age of Calamity! pic.twitter.com/JSvNUVa1ft — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) September 26, 2020The free bonus weapon is a Training Sword, the rough wooden blade we've seen a few different times over the course of the series. Link can equip similar armor and a shield like he had in Breath of the Wild, as well, and the game takes place 100 years before it. It's technically a prequel, which means its story could be more interesting than the standard Warriors game. Much like in the first Hyrule Warriors, Age of Calamity has famous Zelda characters fighting through huge numbers of enemies, and you'll be able to play as everyone from Zelda herself to Impa. The sound effects and visuals seem like they've been plucked directly from Breath of the Wild, and there are plenty of cutscenes to help expand the universe. It even supports local cooperative play with both players using one Joy-Con.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

(Note: This post contains spoilers for Playdead's Inside.)When publisher Limited Run Games first revealed the $150 "Chex Warrior" edition of the infamous 1996 shooter Chex Quest--a free total conversion of Doom originally distributed in boxes of the eponymous cereal--reaction ran the gamut from strained confusion to outright enthusiasm. While it might seem like a bizarre tribute to an advertising relic of the '90s, Limited Run's founder Josh Fairhurst offered a simple explanation for the move: He just really liked Chex Quest as a kid."There are definitely times where I take a gamble on something that I think is really cool with the knowledge that it may not make money," he says. "Chex Quest is a great example of that."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

In 2013, console makers Microsoft and Sony looked toward a future they thought was going to completely change the video game industry. Like Nintendo had the year before with the Wii U, the other two platform holders tried to incorporate big new technology ideas into their new consoles, adapting to trends such as touchscreens, mobile app integration, motion control, voice control, and the power of cloud integration. With the Xbox One, Microsoft envisioned a completely new game console that would power your entire living room and tried to completely change the game with its hardware and capabilities.As we near the release of the ninth generation of consoles and the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, though, things are very different. Most of the ideas that defined the Xbox One when it was announced have disappeared from the console, and new elements that were initially discounted have come to help define it. We're looking back at some of the best and worst tech ideas of the Xbox One, from the ill-fated Kinect to the about-face that made backward compatibility possible. The Xbox One's story is a strange one, and the console has gone through some drastic changes--largely for the better.Be sure to also check out our rundown of the best and worst PlayStation 4 tech and hardware as well.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

It's no surprise that both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S preorder launches were disastrous. There was a divide on the internet: those agonizing over bots and refresh buttons, and those who didn't even bother because it's all too expensive. And while this sounds like it could be any console launch, it wasn't--because we are in a pandemic.Both the high-end PS5 and Series X consoles cost $499.99, but only the latter currently has flexible payment options. GameStop is working on three different payment options, which include layaway and monthly payments. Adding onto that, the return of Microsoft's economical All Access plan allows customers to choose a next-generation Xbox console of their choice bundled with Game Pass Ultimate for a monthly payment over 24 months. This service allows members cross-platform access to a library containing over 100 games, with some even playable on their respective launch days. Between GameStop’s payment installation plan and Microsoft’s bundle, it’s a wonder that these payment plans weren’t implemented earlier.Why is this a big deal? Putting it simply: COVID-19 has dealt a massive blow to the world in every sense, and not everyone can front money for a next-gen console. With massive layoffs, reduced salaries, and overall tense economic conditions, the justification for dropping half a thousand dollars in one go isn't just anxiety-inducing--it can be downright terrifying. According to USA Today, roughly 833,000 more Americans filed for unemployment in just the last week of August alone, bumping the total number of people filing for some form of government benefits up to 29.6 million. Depending on your financial situation, a $500 expense could make or break your month. And that's in addition to the fact that $70 games could become the standard price point for PS5 and Series X games.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Fortnite's third birthday event is live in the battle royale. Players can hop in the game to complete a handful of challenges to unlock special rewards and earn experience. Two of the challenges require you to traverse the map to find different birthday cakes. This guide will help you dance in front of different birthday cakes with ease.Where Are The Birthday Cake Locations?Birthday cakes are scattered all over the map, with most in named locations. You'll need to dance around ten of them by using an emote. Cakes are usually near the center of a named location. Be careful though, as everyone is going for the cake, so most of these landing spots are quite dangerous. Here's a map with cake locations:Fortnite Birthday Cake Map LocationsOnce you find a cake and dance next to it, eat the small slices of cake around it to get shield. This will help you complete another challenge: Gain health or shield from birthday cake. There is a limited amount of cake pieces per game though, so you'll need to get to a cake before anyone else does to eat it. Here's what it looks like in-game:Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

It's morphin' time! Hasbro is taking the Power Rangers slogan a bit more seriously by resurrecting a classic toy line for a brand-new generation of fans. The Power Rangers Retro-Morphin figures allow you to switch between the characters from Angel Grove into the Putty-fighting superheroes you know and love.Revealed at Hasbro PulseCon, the line of toys won't be available in stores until Spring 2021. However, you can get a first look at them here. Included in the new set are Jason, the Red Ranger; Billy, the Blue Ranger; Zack, the Black Ranger; and Kimberly, the Pink Ranger. Check them out below.Much like the original figures, all you have to do to "morph" the toy is press the toy's belt buckle. Each figure will retail for $10 USD, and they all come with a personal accessory, like Jason's Power Sword or Kimberly's Power Bow. These figures are all available for pre-order at Walmart, which will begin at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET on September 26.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

And now for something completely different: Bill Murray is being threatened by '70s mellow rock band The Doobie Brothers for unlicensed use of their song "Listen to the Music" in an advertisement for his golf shirts.In a filing unearthed by The Hollywood Reporter, the easygoing band surprisingly bares its fangs--their attorney Peter Paterno chastises Murray, writing: "It seems like the only person who uses our clients' music without permission more than you do is Donald Trump… We'd almost be OK with it if the shirts weren't so damn ugly."Bill Murray receives a legal demand from the Doobie Brothers. And it’s everything you’d want it to be... pic.twitter.com/R1L99yZSBj — Eriq Gardner (@eriqgardner) September 24, 2020For those who didn't even realize Bill Murray has a golf-shirt business, you can go over to William Murray Golf's official website and decide for yourself about the actor's sartorial tastes. However, to be fair, it should be noted that golf is a sport where wardrobes are typically garish--anyone who has ever caddied for a summer knows this all too well. (The lawsuit also finds Murray joining his Chicago hometown fellow superstar Michael Jordan in being called out for bad taste: In 2012, Jordan, a man who has long lived by his own rules, was banned from La Gorce Country Club in Miami for not abiding by the dress code, and his repeated wearing cargo pants cited as the inciting offense.)Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Some of the most popular Animal Crossing Amiibo can be hard to find in stock, at least at a reasonable price, but fortunately, the Animal Crossing Amiibo card series is making a comeback. Nintendo announced today that series 1 through 4 of the Animal Crossing Amiibo card series will be available at select retailers this November for just $6 per pack--just in time for the holidays.The Animal Crossing Amiibo cards come in blind packs of six, and four different "series" are available. You can see the full list of possible characters at Nintendo. You'll be able to use the Amiibo cards to invite characters to live on your island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. You can also take photos with them in a photoshoot mode called Photopia. It's unclear if Nintendo is adding any new in-game bonuses for the re-release of Animal Crossing Amiibo cards.Animal Crossing Amiibo cards allow you to invite new characters to your island and more.Nintendo seems to be on a kick this week with bringing back hard-to-find Animal Crossing products. The company recently announced the long sold-out Animal Crossing-edition Switch console will be making its return to select stores, and we've already spotted it in stock at GameStop.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Almost two months after it was released, Microsoft Flight Simulator will receive its first substantial update next week. World Update 1 will be a free upgrade that focuses on Japan, using an improved digital elevation map of the entire country and high-resolution 3D photogrammetry that adds six Japanese cities to the game: Sendai, Takamatsu, Tokushima, Tokyo, Utsunomiya, and Yokohama.There will also be six new airports to visit, such as the Hachijojima, Kerama, Kushiro, Nagasaki, Shimojishima, and Suwanosejima complexes. Three new Landing Challenges completes the free package, which will be available for download on Xbox Game Pass for PC, Windows 10, and Steam on September 29. You can check out a trailer and some screenshots below.Once the free content has been released, the next update will provide more fine-tuning for aircraft. This will also be free but the content update following after this will be paid DLC.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

What do you and Boba Fett have in common? You both wear shoes. And now, Adidas has decided to turn the iconic Star Wars bounty hunter into a pair of shoes that look pretty fantastic.Adidas's Top Ten Hi line has a few Star Wars-inspired shoes, and the highlight is none other than the Boba Fett ones. Priced at $110, the shoes are sadly sold out at this time, but that doesn't mean you can't ogle them and dream. Check them out below.If you were able to get a hold of these before they sold out, you'd receive a poster and Star Wars lace jewels, which are included inside of the packaging. However, there are still three other Star Wars shoes available on the Adidas site: NMD_R1 V2 (Lando Calrissian), Top Ten Hi C-3PO, and Superstar (Darth Vader). So while you may not be able to hop in your very own Slave 1 with the Boba Fett shoe--which has its own little pouch on it--you can still pick up some other Star Wars-inspired shoes to show off your love for the franchise.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

In 2020, everyone is picking up a new hobby. Whether you're learning to cook, starting a garden, or learning to make coffee tables, it's a good year to try something new. And Fast & The Furious star Vin Diesel decided to jump into the waters of singing and released a new single called "Feel Like I Do."During The Kelly Clarkson Show, Diesel popped up in a recording studio to announce his new single, which then premiered on the show. Diesel is a man of many talents and has been showcasing them to the world, ever since he popped up in a "how to breakdance" video. Check out his new song below.That Zoom-call-style audience sure was enjoying the song, eh? Diesel got his first big break in Hollywood when Steven Spielberg cast him in Saving Private Ryan, after seeing his performance in the short film Multi-Facial--which Diesel directed.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

In celebration of the annual and newly renamed The Last of Us Day, developer Naughty Dog is dropping information on what the studio has up its sleeve. This includes a free The Last of Us Part 2 PS4 theme.Though the celebration officially kicks off on September 26, Naughty Dog has provided a preview of what's in store. Speaking of stores, players can get discounts on The Last of Us Remastered and its Left Behind DLC through the PlayStation Store on PlayStation 4. There's also a free The Last of Us Part 2 beach theme that players can download, along with all existing PSN avatars and themes based on the game. Furthermore, the PlayStation Gear store is holding a The Last of Us Day sale with up to 40% discounts on merch such as hats, mugs, and shirts. These sales run until September 28.The studio revealed an in-development The Last of Us board game in partnership with Cmon, the team behind Bloodborne: The Board Game and God of War: The Card Game. A release date for The Last of Us: The Board Game has yet to be announced. There are also new figures and statues, a vinyl version of the original The Last of Us Part 2 soundtrack, and limited-edition posters for The Last of Us Day.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

If you stop for gas at the station right outside The Authority and head inside for a snack, you'll find two Fortnite bots locked in a dance battle. Players love these two henchmen--each holdovers from the Season 2 storyline--and have started to stop by the station to see them in between fights.I like how the henchmen's respect for each other grows. from r/FortNiteBR"I love that we are getting these side things that aren't challenges, reminds me of the stone people," said Fortnite player and Redditor Obamaslastnameis. "It's kind of cool how they went from being left behind by their friends to being friends even though they are on the enemy teams."Fortnite: Chapter 2's Season 2 saw players choose a side in a war between two groups: Ghost and Shadow. Each faction gave players unique skins and other cosmetics for completing faction-specific missions. Several named locations on the map included henchmen bots like these. Most traces of each faction are now gone following the Marvel Nexus War that came with Season 4.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Fortnite's birthday is this weekend and Epic Games is celebrating with new challenges. We don't have firm details yet, but Epic said it would release more information this weekend when the challenges drop.🎂🎂🎂Tomorrow Fortnite celebrates its 3rd Birthday! Join us for Birthday Challenges which include free rewards!More info tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/JmadoWnvDh — Fortnite (@FortniteGame) September 25, 2020"Tomorrow Fortnite celebrates its 3rd Birthday!" the studio said in a tweet. "Join us for Birthday Challenges which include free rewards!"Patch notes sent to some Fortnite players in the support-a-creator program say that the challenges will give players additional experience and rewards. Dataminers have found files for new weapon and vehicle wraps, so it looks like we may get some special wrapping paper skins for our shotguns this weekend.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com