Forza, football, and 49ers fans, get ready to grab your favorite cup of tea and headsets because NFL cornerback for the San Francisco 49ers, Richard Sherman, will take on Great Britain and the open world driving of Forza Horizon 4 in our next Xbox Live Sessions episode! Tune in for all the fun on the Mixer Xbox Channel and Twitch Xbox Channel on Monday, November 5 at 5 p.m. PST.
Sherman may dominate on the field with the San Francisco 49ers, but we’re excited to see how he handles British roads as he learns to master driving in dynamic seasonal changes, affecting how players drive in Summer, Winter, Fall, and Spring. We can’t wait to see how Sherman’s skills translate behind the wheel. He’ll be joined by pro esports commentator Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez as host, known for commentating all-things Halo, Call of Duty, and Overwatch.
Gear up, bring your best “WutFace,” and tune into Mixer on Monday, November 5 at 5 p.m. PDT to catch all the action! Keep an eye on Xbox Wire for future episodes of Xbox Live Sessions.
Xbox is pleased to announce a partnership with publisher Bethesda Softworks and the Philadelphia 76ers during the month of November to celebrate the upcoming launch of Fallout 76 on Xbox One. As part of the partnership, Xbox and Fallout 76 will be taking over an upcoming home game between the 76ers and the Detroit Pistons on Saturday, November 3, which promises to be a rematch to watch out for after last week’s overtime thriller.
In addition to the game takeover, unique collaborations will be revealed over the next few days, starting with today’s feature; the custom “Radioactive Edition” Xbox One X Console and Xbox One Controller. The design incorporates a radioactive Vault Boy, who’s gone too long without his RadAway, and several elements from both 76 franchises.
Keep an eye out on @Xbox, @Fallout, and @Sixers social handles for upcoming reveals, and an opportunity to win your very own “Radioactive” bundle.
From acclaimed developer Bethesda Game Studios, creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4, Fallout 76 is the online prequel to the Fallout franchise where every surviving human is a real person. Discover a new and wild wasteland in the heart of West Virginia in what is the largest, most dynamic open world created in the legendary Fallout universe. Fallout 76 launches on November 14.
Buy the Xbox One X Fallout 76 Bundle and explore, quest, build, and triumph in a post-nuclear wasteland with support for 4K resolution and HDR. Prepare for an epic adventure in the prequel to the award-winning RPG series from Bethesda Game Studios. The Xbox One X features 4K Ultra HD Blu-rayÔ, 4K video streaming, and premium audio. Plus, enjoy instant access to over 100 games right out of the box with the included 1 month Xbox Game Pass trial. Xbox Live Gold required to play game (sold separately, 1 month included).
Today, our friends at Mixer announced Mixer Season 2, the next major evolution of Microsoft’s interactive livestreaming platform. At its core, Mixer is a place where community comes first so Season 2 covers new investments in innovation that ensure the community has a more active and engaging experience. Building upon what the team has learned since Mixer first launched, Season 2 gives viewers more fun ways to express themselves, supports creators with new monetization opportunities and strengthens streamer communities.
Head over to the Mixer blog to learn more about the team’s new investments in innovation with Season 2, and be sure to head over to Mixer to check out the Season 2 digital launch celebration.
If you’ve already gotten a great PS4 deal, now is the time to find a super cheap PS4 controller price so you always have an extra DualShock 4 controller handy. This is crucial if you plan on long gaming sessions and need a backup controller that’s charged up and ready. Plus, you always want to have one available for a little local multiplayer action.
The PlayStation and the DualShock controller stories are intertwined, with the controller being around since almost the beginning of the PlayStation brand. Instead of constantly fiddling with the design and features of the DualSchock, Sony has kept much of the dual analog design the same. Now, we’re treated to an iconic controller that’s achieved near perfection.
Over 75 million PlayStation 4 consoles have been sold so far, but most bundles give you just one DualShock 4 controller in the box. Of course, in order to partake in local multiplayer games, you need more than one controller. Plus, having a spare is a good idea to always have one charged for those lengthy gaming sessions.
To help you get the most out of your PlayStation, we’ve rounded up the cheapest PS4 controller prices right here. We’ve picked out the best deals for the various different colors too.
Cheapest PS4 controller prices by color:
One of the highlights of the DualShock family is that a wide variety of awesome colors available. We’ve curated a list of the more tempting DualShock 4 deals for the various color variations below too. Naturally, these cheap PS4 controller prices are correct at time of writing.
More of the best DualShock 4 prices – USA
Gray/Blue DualShock 4: This will be your best bet then if you already own a PS4, and it’s close to the same color controller as the one in the Uncharted 4 Special Edition console bundle. It’s shot up in price in recent weeks and you can save money by opting for a different color. If you’ve gotta have it though, Amazon is the cheapest today at $60.83 (used).
Urban Camo DualShock 4: This model is a bit of a rare find at most retailers so expect higher prices than most models. Today’s best price for the Urban Camo DualShock 4 is $74.99 at Amazon.
Crystal DualShock 4: The clear Crystal DualShock 4 finally has an official US release. We’ve searched around for the best price and that’ll be $79.95 at Amazon.
Blue Crystal DualShock 4:This new see through blue DualShock 4 controller is a Walmart-exclusive in the US. So you won’t find any other retailers officially selling it outside of places like eBay or Amazon Marketplace. Today though, it’s cheapest at $59.94 at Walmart.
More of the best DualShock 4 prices – UK
Urban Camo DualShock 4: This one is a bit of a rare find at most retailers so expect higher prices than most models. Today’s best Urban Camo price is £75 at Amazon.
Grey/Blue DualShock 4: This looks like the same colour controller as the one in the Uncharted 4 Special Edition console bundle. This will be your best bet then if you already own a PS4. We’ve seen this for as low as £45, but sadly the best deal today is a rather untouchable £84 at Amazon.
What’s the difference between the original and new V2 DualShock 4 controller?
If you’ve seen mention of a ‘New’ or ‘V2’ DualShock 4 controller while looking for a new pad, you may be scratching your head. What separates these two controllers?
Here’s the difference: the new/V2 DualShock 4 was released alongside the PS4 Slim and features a few improvements over the original.
Some listings are a bit vague, but the clearest visual indicator to look out for is the new light bar on the DualShock’s 4 trackpad. This thin slit wasn’t on the original, so just look for the dimly illuminated blue line on the product listing’s image gallery. The original blue/red/gold controllers had black plastic on the back half of the controller, but the V2 versions feature matching colors, albeit a shade darker.
Other improvements include USB functionality, allowing gamers to plug the controller in for lag-free gaming (it simply charged the original), which could give you the edge in online shooters or games like Street Fighter V. You’ll also be able to use this enhanced connectivity to use the DualShock 4 on a PC without paying for the Bluetooth adapter. The rubber on the analogues has been improved (again) to prevent it wearing away so much too.
Nearly two years after release, and the Nintendo Switch feels like a different console. The same core mechanics of the hugely successful handheld / home console hybrid remain, but with a wide library of indie and third-party titles, as well as strong showings from Nintendo’s own beloved IP, the Switch has become even more of a must-own console than it was at launch.
If you’ve read our review and have purchased a Nintendo Switch for yourself, welcome! With our combined experience of thousands of hours spent with the Switch, we’ve compiled the following guide just for you, bringing the latest information and the best tips to the surface, as well as a few essential accessory and game recommendations.
New features
Since the launch of the Nintendo Switch in 2017, the console has gathered a slew of new skills – although not as many as some were hoping for.
Nintendo Switch Online now offers a paid service for online multiplayer – with an emulator for classic NES games bundled in, and the ability to save your game files to the cloud. In terms of what gamers can expect, Nintendo will be rolling out its online service in full. Despite being free at launch, the service will now cost $19 for a one-year membership, $7.99 for three months of service and $3.99 for one month.
Online capabilities are built-in nicely into games like Rocket League and Mario Kart 8: Deluxe, but the Nintendo Switch Online app for your smartphone enhances the online experience with Splatoon 2. That said, building a party of friends is still a pain and voice chat is cumbersome compared to what’s offered on other home consoles.
Nintendo is continuing to drip-feed more retro games each month to subscribers, which we hope will eventually lead to SNES and N64 titles alongside its current NES offering. Nintendo Switch Online still doesn’t feel fleshed out as a paid service though, and we’re hoping to see more features and incentives come to it over time.
The service will also need to boost its list of online-ready multiplayer games within the Nintendo Switch Online app, as it’s currently limited to Splatoon 2.
For the uninitiated, Nintendo Switch Online isn’t like Xbox Live or PlayStation Network. Sure, it will bring about voice chat, however, most of the networking tasks aren’t handled on the console itself. For that, you’ll need an iOS or Android device and a free app.
An update has given the Switch the secret, unmentioned-by-Nintendo ability to work with some wireless USB headsets. Not all work, mind you, but users have found success with a few models that you can pick up on the cheap.
The very same update also enabled the use of wired controllers. Which wired controllers, you ask? The Switch can detect Gamecube controllers via the Wii U accessory when plugged into one of its USB ports.
The Switch’s lack of apps, namely video streaming apps, is a sore topic of conversation for many. But Hulu is currently on Nintendo’s eShop for the Switch, and it seems unlikely Netflix and other streaming services won’t follow eventually.
That’s not all the peripheral software available on the console either. Synth-leader Korg also saw its Korg Gadget music-production software come to the Switch in Spring 2018.
What’s coming next?
While Nintendo has focused on nailing the console’s first year on the market (which it did with flying colors), the focus is now on continuing that momentum into 2019 and beyond. It has a lot of work to do on its Nintendo Switch Online service – it’s odd not to have dedicated servers on the paid service – but perhaps more important is keeping the stream of games consistent.
Moving onto the games of 2018 and beyond, there are many on the way, both confirmed and unconfirmed, to get excited for. Holiday 2018 will be dominated by the new Pokemon Let’s Go games, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, both of which are sure to be big sellers over the coming months.
2019 should see Metroid Prime 4, No More Heroes: Travis Strikes Again, new Yoshi and Animal Crossing titles, and another generation of Pokemon games (never enough).
There’s been chatter about a new Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 console, as a sort of small upgrade to the current hardware, possibly as early as Summer 2019. But it’s just rumors at the moment, and the current Switch offering is good enough to be worth getting on board now.
Proceed to check out the most essential tips to make you a Switch pro, and stay to get a look at the best accessories and games to complement your purchase.
Below, you’ll find some of the most useful and popular tips for the Nintendo Switch. We’re always digging into the Switch to find what’s new and interesting, so stay tuned for more tips.
If you’re coming from a PC, Xbox One or PS4, you might be wondering how to stream your gameplay online with the Nintendo Switch. Unfortunately, it’s not cheap, but it’s fairly easy with the right equipment!
You’ll need a PC, an Elgato Game Capture card and obviously, a Nintendo Switch. Once you have those ingredients, you’re smooth sailing.
The Switch is built to stylishly transition between home and portable use, but of course, it still doesn’t suit everyone’s needs. Whether it’s dock mods or awesome aesthetic changes, check out how the community is making the Switch better.
Even more tips and tricks
Find out how to easily check the Switch’s remaining battery percentage, maximize battery life, access fun easter eggs and more with these Nintendo Switch tips and tricks.
Part of what’s great about the Nintendo Switch is that it comes with everything you need to get started, whether you’re at home or on-the-go.
But as you might imagine, Nintendo and third-party companies have devised many accessories for the Switch. Some aren’t totally necessary, though there are definitely exceptions.
Below you’ll only find the essentials (some of which could save you major headaches down the line).
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
While not a totally necessary accessory, it can make all of the difference if A) you desire a more traditional controller for your Nintendo console or B) if you’ve grown accustomed to Xbox One or PS4 controllers.
It’s not the most affordable add-on, but given its excellent battery life and low-profile design, the Pro Controller pays for itself in time.
Orzly screen protector
The Switch’s display is too precious to put at risk of smudges or scratches. That’s why you need a screen protector as soon as possible. Even if you mostly play your Switch docked at the television, bad luck could strike that one time you go to move it.
There are plenty of Switch screen protectors to choose from, but Orzly’s is among the best because of its low price, easy installation and the fact that it includes five protectors in the box.
A microSD card
Nintendo wisely chose microSD as its swappable storage standard. It’s simple to find and better yet, it’s fairly inexpensive.
Do yourself a favor and pick up one of these cards so that you can leave your precious 32GB of internal storage for OS updates and apps.
Simply put, this is an essential purchase, no matter the capacity that you choose. However, we’d recommend at least 128GB if you don’t want to swap it out for a new one after a year or two’s worth of games.
Nintendo’s consoles are always a great source of variety when it comes to games. And although the company’s third-party relationships have been spotty in the past, things are looking up for the Switch.
Thanks to some strong first-party efforts and some solid third-party ports, 2017 with the Switch isn’t as lonely as many worried it be. In fact, it’s the opposite. There are an abundance of games (good ones, even) to play on the Switch. Here are a few of the essentials.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
“This isn’t just the most accomplished Zelda adventure yet, it also ranks as one of the most impressive launch titles for any console, period. If you harbour any thoughts of picking up Nintendo’s new console, then make no mistake – under no circumstances should you make a purchase without also buying this game.
Breath of the Wild is a must-have release, and represents a new high watermark not only for Nintendo as a developer of AAA content, but for the genre as a whole.”
ARMS is a fighting game, but stating it as merely just a fighting game is underselling it. Polished with Nintendo’s signature visual charm and surprising depth in gameplay, ARMS is an incredibly fun, tense experience that’s worthy of your purchase whether you’re alone or playing with friends.
If this is your first dip into the wonderful world of Mario Kart, welcome! Secondly, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN!? Hrm, sorry about that.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is one of the finest racing games available, bar none. It’s packed with tons of characters to choose from, kart combinations to trick out and more than enough courses to keep you entertained for the days, months and years to come.
The Switch library is growing quickly and while we’ll always keep this page updated with the best of the best, there are plenty more where these came from on our collection of the best Nintendo Switch games.
If you already spend a lot of time cutting down trees and killing monsters in the fantasy world, you’ll be pleased to know that you can now continue your game on the go, with cross-platform support meaning you can easily switch between the mobile and desktop version.
In order the play Old School Runescape on your phone, you’ll need either iOS 10 or later, or Android 5.0 or later.
Not the original
If you were hoping for another chance to play the original beta version of Runescape, which launched in the early 2000’s (now known as Runescape Classic), you might be disappointed – Old School Runescape is based on a 2007 backup of the game’s source code and was released in 2013. Runescape Classic was officially shut down earlier this year.
Old School Runescape was launched after negative reactions to the then-current iteration of Runescape, with fans wanting a more nostalgic gaming experience.
If you’re looking for the best Nintendo 3DS prices or New 2DS XL deals, you’ve come to the right place. This is a fantastic time to get a cheap 3DS as retailers continue to unleash discounts as gamers snatch up the Nintendo Switch deals too. We check the prices from all reliable online retailers every few hours to make sure the prices are up to date!
Nintendo has long been boss of the handheld market, but the fact it continues to be so successful in a market now dominated by smartphones is impressive and we’re bound to see it rock the handheld scene with some seasonal deals too. The 3DS software lineup features some of the best first-party Nintendo titles ever and you can always check out our pick of the best Nintendo 3DS games.
Nintendo’s latest handheld, the ‘New 2DS XL’, is a welcome no nonsense handheld. On this page we’re displaying the best 2DS XL, 2DS and new 3DS XL deals around. Older models are very hard to get a hold of nowadays and prices have shot up disproportionately.
A note on chargers
For reasons known only to Nintendo, most 3DS consoles do not come with a mains charger. So if you’re in the market for 3DS and don’t already have a compatible charger (for an older model maybe?) then you’ll need to buy a new one. This is especially important if you’re buying a 3DS as a Christmas gift.
On the plus side the New 2DS XL and older slate-styled 2DS do come with a charger. We’ve included some handy links to some 3DS charger deals below (don’t forget to check it’s compatible with your type of 3DS).
This is the newest member of Nintendo’s Nintendo’s wildly popular handheld. Unlike the original 2DS’ wedge-like design, the clamshell form returns, which should be much more appealing to older gamers. The 3D tech has been dropped, but you’re getting the fantastic XL screen along with the upgraded tech of the ‘New’ 3DS models. This is considerably cheaper than the New 3DS XL too.
The best Nintendo New 3DS XL deals…
If the standard New 3DS is a bit small for you, then take a look at the New 3DS XL which is perfect for gamers with larger hands or anyone that fancies a larger screen. Look out for some special edition New 3DS XL models listed below this comparison chart too.
The best Nintendo 2DS deals…
If the 3D aspect and the clamshell look isn’t for you you can get a Nintendo 2DS for cheaper. The 2DS is a great way of entering Nintendo’s handheld family without spending much money, but we’re really talking to kids and parents here. Parents of clumsy children have praised the flat design that removes the need for those pesky breakable hinges of the original models.
It’s that excellent lineup of games that makes it even easier to recommend the 2DS. With a generation of kids familiarising themselves with quick and easy games like Angry Birds, it’s important for Nintendo to show them how much better gaming can be. The 2DS is a hell of a lot sturdier than a smartphone or tablet too.
After a short delay, earlier this week we found the Sega AGES version of Phantasy Star would finally be making its way to the Switch in Japan at the end of October. Now, in the same Game Watch interview that revealed Sega Naomi games could be revitalised, it’s been confirmed Phantasy Star will arrive locally in North America and Europe on 15th November. It turns out the wait won’t be as long as expected.
As previously noted, the game joins existing Sega AGES releases including Sonic the Hedgehog and Thunder Force IV on Nintendo’s new system. The series allows you to bask in nostalgia while at the same time enjoy a number of modern enhancements. These new features include additional text options, an FM Sound Unit music player and quality of life improvements to streamline the gameplay. Dungeons now also feature auto-mapping – for easier navigation, and monsters are added to a codex as you encounter them. There’s an item list as well, allowing you to view all of the abilities and equipment.
After a short delay, earlier this week we found the Sega AGES version of Phantasy Star would finally be making its way to the Switch in Japan at the end of October. Now, in the same Game Watch interview that revealed Sega Naomi games could be revitalised, it’s been confirmed Phantasy Star will arrive locally in North America and Europe on 15th November. It turns out the wait won’t be as long as expected.
As previously noted, the game joins existing Sega AGES releases including Sonic the Hedgehog and Thunder Force IV on Nintendo’s new system. The series allows you to bask in nostalgia while at the same time enjoy a number of modern enhancements the original games did not include.This includes new features such as additional text options, an FM Sound Unit music player and quality of life improvements to streamline the gameplay. Dungeons now also feature auto-mapping – for easier navigation, and monsters are added to a codex as you encounter them. There’s also an item list enabling you to view all of the abilities and equipment in the game.
Wants to make sure Sega AGES volume one is a hit first.
M2 – the development team behind the Sega AGES line – is currently busy bringing Sega’s retro line of games across to the Switch. Sega itself even ran a poll not long ago asking fans what games they wanted to see added to the series in the future. Surprisingly, the Dreamcast classic Jet Set Radio topped the list – this doesn’t necessarily mean it will happen but the Japanese company is certainly looking into it.
While there’s obviously interest from both sides to see Dreamcast games up and running on the Switch, it turns out M2 has recently been researching other Sega technology. In an interview with Game Watch, courtesy of Nintendo Everything, M2 President Naoki Horii and Sega AGES Producer Kagasei Shimomura revealed the team had been looking into releasing games from the Sega Naomi arcade board which was first demonstrated in 1998. Here’s what the pair had to say:
