Tag: Gaming

  • Vizio Will Be the Official HDTV Sound Bar Partner for Marvel’s Avengers Video Game

    Vizio Will Be the Official HDTV Sound Bar Partner for Marvel’s Avengers Video Game

    Vizio announced today a partnership with Square Enix & Crystal Dynamics as the official HDTV and soundbar partner for Marvel’s upcoming Avengers video game. With Vizio’s ProGaming Engine, every new Vizio 4K TV is designed to optimize the gaming experience. “Today’s gamers want to enhance their playing experience. When they combine a NEW VIZIO 4K TV…

  • More Rumors Point to a Cheaper, Next-Gen Xbox On the Way

    More Rumors Point to a Cheaper, Next-Gen Xbox On the Way

    (Image: An internal view of the Xbox Series X. Source: Microsoft) While Microsoft’s high-powered, next-gen Xbox Series X has garnered a lot of attention for the past few months, rumors persist regarding a cheaper, less-powerful next-gen console. Known internally as “Lockhart,” the existence of this lower-end model gained more credence thanks to a reportedly leaked…

  • Nvidia Could Start Next-Gen Graphics Cards Production in August

    Nvidia Could Start Next-Gen Graphics Cards Production in August

    We’ve been covering the development of next-generation graphics cards from both Nvidia and AMD for a while now. And the latest rumors suggest Nvidia could start mass producing its new high-end GPUs this August, in time for a potential September release. German tech site Igor’s Lab built out a possible timeline for the company’s rumored…

  • Sony’s PlayStation 5 Event Shows Off Options With, Without 4K Blu-ray Drive

    Sony’s PlayStation 5 Event Shows Off Options With, Without 4K Blu-ray Drive

    While Sony’s rescheduled PlayStation 5 online event focused mainly on games for its upcoming next-gen console, there were still a few details to glean for those hoping to leverage the device as more than a games machine. One of the most notable new details was an actual look at the console itself, including a flowing,…

  • Report Suggests Nvidia, AMD Readying New Graphics Cards for September

    Report Suggests Nvidia, AMD Readying New Graphics Cards for September

    For the cord cutters and streamers out there looking to build or upgrade their home theater PC (HTPC), a new report says next-gen graphics cards are on the way. DigiTimes points to a September time frame for both AMD and Nvidia to release their newest hardware. For AMD, new cards will likely feature the company’s…

  • Facebook Gaming’s New Feature Lets Players Set Up Tournaments

    Facebook Gaming’s New Feature Lets Players Set Up Tournaments

    Facebook Gaming has announced a new Tournaments feature that enables players to set up, well, tournaments. The company bills it as a “one-stop shop” for tournament organizers. It’s currently in an “early access” stage, but it supports several types of play. Plus, organizers can stream their events, allowing fans to tune into the action. At…

  • Google Offers Free Trial of Stadia Pro Game Streaming Service

    Google Offers Free Trial of Stadia Pro Game Streaming Service

    Google just announced a new offer for its Stadia game streaming service that includes two free months of Stadia Pro access. The company, like many we’ve covered over the past few weeks, cites the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the need for entertainment options while many of us stay at home. “We’re facing some of the…

  • For Cord Cutters Eyeing New TVs, Next-Gen Xbox Leverages High-Tech Features

    For Cord Cutters Eyeing New TVs, Next-Gen Xbox Leverages High-Tech Features

    This week, Microsoft offered some in the gaming press in-depth previews of its upcoming Xbox Series X games console. And while the focus is naturally on games, improved graphics, and fancy hardware, cord cutters may want to keep an eye on the console if they’re considering a new TV purchase in the near-future. The Xbox…

  • Overwatch, Call of Duty Esports Leagues Among Those Moving to Online-Only Matches

    Overwatch, Call of Duty Esports Leagues Among Those Moving to Online-Only Matches

    With the ongoing limitations on large gatherings due to the spread of the coronavirus, many sports leagues have postponed or canceled their slate of matches across the country. Several esports leagues, which can draw huge crowds to major tournaments, have also made adjustments, including canceling local events — with some reworking their formats for online…

  • Video Gaming Survey Suggests Binge Sessions, Interest in Streaming Options on the Rise

    Video Gaming Survey Suggests Binge Sessions, Interest in Streaming Options on the Rise

    Results from a new video game study suggest most gamers have played for more than four straight hours at least once, and many younger respondents would rather game than watch TV or a movie. The survey, conducted by Limelight Networks, leverages input from 4,500 respondents in nine countries to offer a glimpse into the habits…