Get All 9 Star Wars Movies in Digital 4K UHD on Sale for $80

It took several decades, but all nine films in the Star Wars Skywalker Saga are now available to own. And right now you can pick up the entire collection, in digital 4K UHD format, on sale for $79.99–just make sure to choose the UHD version. The deal is available at the retailers below, but you can watch them on Apple, Amazon Prime Video, or most other popular platforms thanks to Movies Anywhere. Details below.

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The Skywalker Saga consists of Star Wars episodes I – IX. The first six parts chart the childhood, adolescence, heel-turn, redemption, and death of Anakin Skywalker. The final trilogy stars the next generation of Force users, rascals, and aliens as they try to stamp out a new wave of villains. It’s a monumental collection of films that began in 1977 and ended just a few months ago. That’s a lot of years.

Movies Anywhere is a free service–or agreement, or something–between all the major digital movie sellers. It lets you watch any movie you bought on any of the services, on every service. Vudu, FandangoNow, Apple, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are all part of the agreement. So if you buy Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga from either of the retailers above, you can watch it on Amazon, Apple, Google, or… you get the idea.

Alternatively, if you’re cool with streaming (not owning) the Skywalker Saga, you can sign up for a free trial of Disney+. All the movies, plus a ton of other Star Wars content, are either available now or will be by May 4, a.k.a. Star Wars Day. That’s when Rise of the Skywalker arrives on Disney+, along with the finale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars and a making-of documentary series for The Mandalorian. In other words, it’s a big day for Star Wars fans.

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Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Contents

In case you don’t have them memorized, here are the nine films that comprise the Skywalker Saga.

  • Star Wars: A New Hope
  • Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
  • Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
  • Star Wars: The Phantom Menace
  • Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
  • Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
  • Star Wars: The Force Awakens
  • Star Wars: The Last Jedi
  • Star Wars: Rise of the Skywalker

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Chris Reed is IGN’s shopping and commerce editor. You can follow him on Twitter @_chrislreed.

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Watch Dogs: Legion – Release Date, Gameplay, and More

This article will serve as a news hub that will be updated as more Watch Dogs: Legion news comes out.

Watch Dogs: Legion is the third and upcoming entry to Ubisoft’s hacking-filled series. Set in the near future in a fictional version of London where the UK has withdrawn from the EU, the authoritarian government is now using ctOS and a private security company to spy on its citizens and violently enforce the law. Players are tasked with recruiting DedSec members to form a resistance against the corrupt regime using a new mechanic introduced in Watch Dogs: Legion that allows players to assume control and play as anyone in the game. Watch Dogs: Legion is an ambitious game, to say the least, so we’ve put together everything we know so far, including more about the gameplay.

Release Date

Initially announced for a March 2020 launch at E3 2019, the Watch Dogs: Legion release date has been pushed back to late 2020 to early 2021.

Ubisoft co-founder Yves Guillemot told investors the Watch Dogs: Legion delay allows the teams “more development time to ensure that their respective innovations are perfectly implemented so as to deliver optimal experiences for players.”

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Ubisoft announced it has plans to release five AAA games in 2020-21, three of which are coming by the end of 2020. However, at the time of writing Ubisoft hasn’t announced which games it plans to release in this timeframe.

Additionally, it has been confirmed by Ubisoft that Watch Dogs: Legion will be a cross-generation game, meaning it’ll be released on the Xbox Series X, PS5, Xbox One, and PS4.

Gameplay

Watch Dogs: Legion is an open world action-adventure game that takes place in a fictional post-Brexit version of London. The city has been taken over by a private security group called Albion, who have used the Blume Corporation’s central operating system, or ctOS, to turn London into a surveillance state. It’ll be up to you to recruit a group of hackers to join DedSec and regain control of the city.

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IGN’s Matt Purslow visited Ubisoft Toronto to meet with the team behind Legion and watch the game being played for 45 minutes. In his preview, he said, “At first glance, Legion is what you’d expect from the third game in the Watch Dogs series; there’s an open-world where you can drive cars, hack CCTV cameras, and play havoc with people’s lives and smartphones. But there’s so much more to Watch Dogs: Legion. Underpinning the entire game is an interconnected network of systems that allow for an astonishing set of possibilities.”

One unique feature about Watch Dogs: Legion is that there isn’t a main character per se. Players will be able to play as any character they want and work to recruit that character to join DedSec. Each random character will have a unique set of skills and their own backstory that will play into how they contribute to the resistance.

Any decision you make can impact a character’s support of DedSec. For example, if you complete missions to help that character, they are more likely to join the resistance. Alternatively, if a member of DedSec accidentally (or purposely) kills a character’s family member, they are more likely to oppose the hacktivist group.

Watch Dogs: Legion will have both a single-player mode and an online co-op mode where players can play online with up to three friends to “take on entirely new co-op missions and challenging end-game content.”

For more on Legion’s focus on personal privacy, take a look at our feature on how social media has shaped the Watch Dogs series. Additionally, make sure to check out the full list of traits and perks available to recruitable Operatives in the game.

Oh, and unlike Watch Dogs 2, Legion will not actually have any dogs.

Editions

There are currently four different Watch Dogs: Legion editions available for preorder — the Standard Edition, Gold Steelbook Edition, Ultimate Edition, Collector’s Edition.

The Standard Edition is available for $60 and includes the base game and the Golden King Pack, which is a set of three skins. On the other hand, the Gold Steel Book Edition will cost $109 and comes with a steelbook case, the Golden King Pack, a season pass, and three days of early access before launch.

Players can also preorder the Ultimate Edition which comes with everything the Gold Steelbook edition has, plus an Urban Jungle Pack and four weeks of VIP Status.

The Watch Dogs: Legion Collector’s Edition can be purchased for $189 and includes everything from the other editions, plus an in-game mask and some cool physical items like an exclusive steelbook, a double-sided propaganda poster, a mask, stickers, and a special Collector’s Edition box.

Check out our Watch Dogs: Legion preorder guide for more on the different editions and where you can get them.

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Andrew Smith is a freelance contributor with IGN. Follow him on Twitter @_andrewtsmith.

CoD Update Will Let You Report Warzone & Modern Warfare Cheaters With The Killcam

Developer Infinity Ward confirmed that an upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and Warzone update across all three platforms will give players yet another tool to report cheaters.

Now when you get killed unfairly in a Modern Warfare or Warzone match, you can use your killcam to report that player. Similarly, if you just joined a match or are fine-tuning your loadout, you can use the spectate function to report players who may be racking up seemingly impossible kills. This new anti-cheat update will arrive in both Call of Duty games on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One sometime this week.

The anti-cheat update isn’t the only way Infinity Ward has been dealing with problem players. The studio has opted to put cheaters in matches together as a way to combat the rampant issue. This is in addition to the “additional dedicated security updates” Infinity Ward promised to prevent cheaters. Not including Modern Warfare, Infinity Ward has already banned more than 70,000 cheaters from Warzone.

In other Call of Duty news, a bunch of changes are coming to both games sometime this week. This includes a new Gunsmith update, double XP and playlist adjustments, an additional Warzone contract type, and more. Infinity Ward has so far only previewed the patch notes for update, which will be split in two this time around.

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A New Goosebumps TV Show Is In Production

R. L. Stine’s Goosebumps is once again headed to television; all it just needs is a network. TV Guide reports that the iconic children’s horror series is returning by way of a partnership with Sony TV and Scholastic as well as Neal H. Mortitz, one of the producers of the film adaptations.

This would be the second series to share the Goosebumps name as Fox Kids ran the original show from 1995-1998. The Canadian-produced Goosebumps TV show can be streamed on Netflix right now as well.

No details or specifics were given from TV Guide except that Mortiz was enthusiastic about the upcoming series. “I loved making the Goosebumps movies and can’t wait to bring even more of R. L. Stine’s incredible stories to life through a high-end television series that speaks to both adults and kids alike.”

While Goosebumps has no air date or network, you can always learn more about what to watch from GameSpot’s weekly TV series and movies-focused podcast, You Should Be Watching. With new episodes premiering every Wednesday, you can watch a video version of the podcast over on GameSpot Universe or listen to audio versions on Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and Apple Podcasts.

New Valorant Patch Notes Tease Ranked Mode

Riot Games has released a new patch for Valorant. The update addresses several aspects of the competitive shooter, including map changes and the implementation of new features.

In terms of gameplay, the patch mostly makes adjustments to Omen. Phoenix and Viper don’t get any balance changes, but bug fixes have been issued to address problems with a few of their abilities. Both Omen and Breach also now have updated visuals when it comes to their respective character model and abilities.

Most exciting, however, is the mention of a competitive mode in the patch notes, though Riot says that competitive mode and ranked matchmaking isn’t live yet–it’s scheduled to be available in the “near future.” You can read the full patch notes below.

Valorant Update 0.49 Patch Notes

Gameplay And Balance

  • Omen
    • Omen now immediately becomes vulnerable and no longer appears dark after he leaves his alternate shadow form
    • If you were to find enemy Omen teleporting in, it was often confusing when you should shoot him to get the kill (vs. sending him back). This change is to both account for an invulnerability bug and score some extra points of clarity
    • The attenuation radius of the arrival sound on Omen’s From the Shadows has been reduced to 2250
    • Attenuation is a big word, but the short of it is you have to be closer to Omen to echolocate where he’s teleporting to. We’re trying to give him some spook back since if you do find him, you should now have him dead to rights

Character Updates

  • [Omen] Updated Omen’s visuals
  • [Breach] Updated Breach’s visuals

Map Updates

  • Added curtains to the top of double doors on Haven to remove the Sage Barrier Orb boost that allowed players to see through a sliver of the door at the top
  • Fixed issue with Cypher camera being placed on the Haven A Main boxes
  • Multiple fixes to the geometry on Haven, Bind, and Split to fix exploits and help optimize gameplay—massive thanks to all of the folks who helped to identify these! We see you
  • Updated materials on Bind and Haven to make surfaces more consistent overall
  • Changed color of Radianite crates in order to unify overall visuals

Competitive Updates

  • Added Competitive mode and ranked matchmaking, to go live in the near future

Observer Mode

  • Added “Ghost cheat” as an option to custom games with cheats enabled, allowing you to fly around the map in no-clip mode
  • Ability HUD no longer displays when entering drone camera as an observer
  • Exiting drone camera will now swap back to the most recently viewed player if they’re still a valid view target
  • Swapping through players to view will now iterate through an entire team before going to players on the other team

HUD & UI

  • In-game
    • New directional damage indicator visual
    • New low health and low ammo visuals
    • Removed character portrait from player’s minimap icon to better distinguish player icon; icon will receive additional color and polish in the future
    • Voice activity is now shown above allies’ heads
    • Added color to spike icon above ally’s head to make it easier to see
    • Fixed the ultimate ability icon above teammates’ heads showing as charged after gaining 1 ult point instead of when actually charged
    • Ping elements now fade when under player aim; previously only text faded
  • Out-of-game
    • Relocated Find Match button from social panel to Play screen; renamed to Start
    • Relocated Practice button from social panel to Play screen
    • Added Play Again button to End of Game screen
    • Made the flyouts on the nav progression widget clickable
    • Made main navigation button click targets easier to click
    • Added an option to orient the fixed minimap so that player’s starting side is always at the bottom
    • Adjusted all map assets so that full fixed orientations consistently place attackers at bottom and defenders at top
    • Added hover tooltips to thumbnails in the Collections view to show item name
    • Scroll speed tweaked to make scrolling social panel smoother
    • Made crosshair preview in Settings shorter to make more room for controls

Quality of Life

  • Added the ability to abandon a multiplayer Custom Game. Using the “Leave match” button in the ESC menu will allow you to permanently leave the match without penalty. Leaving the custom game in any other way (exit client, alt+f4, etc.) will still allow you to return to the match
  • Updated the audio occlusion system to help players better differentiate audio distancing cues. For example, Haven B to A short, you should perceive sounds from their correct distance and not as if they were right next to you
  • Players who abandon matchmade games, or dodge agent selects, will now experience penalties that prevent them from queuing for a period of time. Frequent offenders will experience higher queue time penalties. Leaving ruins the match for everyone else, and should only be a last resort
  • Enabled the ability to see VALORANT players online in Riot games
  • Adjusted play flow UX moving queue buttons into lobby screens
  • Adjusted social panel UX to accommodate additional space
  • Adjusted End of Game UX to clean up design of various widgets
  • Adjusted chat disconnect error state to be less… intimidating
  • Spawn practice bots option in the shooting range moved from the F3 menu to an in-world shootable switch
  • For all shotguns, moved the crosshair’s center dot by 1px to center it on the screen. The devs expect shotgun lethality to increase by 4,000% as a result (this is a joke)

Bug Fixes (In-Game)

  • [Phoenix] Fixed a bug where Phoenix would get teleported back to an ascender (rope ladder) after respawning, in cases where Phoenix died while Run It Back was active and he was attached to an ascender
  • [Phoenix] Fixed a bug where, for a brief time after Run It Back ended, Phoenix could be damaged in the place where he fizzled
  • [Viper] Updated the appearance of Viper’s Toxic Screen on the minimap to show gaps in the wall
  • [Viper] Fixed Viper being able to animation-cancel Viper’s Pit
  • Prevent “Spike Planted” announcement from playing after a round has ended and hiding the round end announcement, which should clearly indicate the result of after-the-buzzer plant rounds
  • Fixed Bomb Carrier Killed announcement from also showing Ally Defusing
  • Fixed a rare issue where players’ weapons would float in front of them; too spooky
  • Fixed a rare issue where third-person player models could get desynced from the server when double tapping a defuse, causing some shots to miss
  • Fixed aim issue that caused some players who were using low sensitivity to have small mouse movements dropped
  • Fixed issue where canceling a plant or orb pickup could sometimes play the wrong (slower) re-equip animation, making it look as if the player could fire too quickly after canceling (timing was correct, animation wasn’t)
  • Fixed map region names as they appear below the minimap from not localizing properly
  • Smoothed out movement during player-to-player collisions
  • Fixed a bug where item UI prompt in the game world would appear to block bullets
  • Fixed a bug where the Z ping wheel could be opened alongside the map ping wheel, creating a scenario where multiple ping wheels could be open at once
  • Fixed a bug where ping wheel wouldn’t show disabled when direct bound pings were used to reach usage limit
  • Fixed a rare bug where either team could win a round by elimination on the same frame that the spike was defused, granting two points for that round.
  • Fixed overlap in ally planting announcement
  • Fixed a bug where the VO radial wheel would hit the rate limit by opening and closing it without selecting a VO option
  • Minimap will no longer randomly hide for all players in a game
  • Update to Bucky’s alternate fire to instead apply instantaneous, hitscan damage
  • Alt. fire was previously a projectile that was able to kill enemies shortly after the user was killed. No other weapon works this way so now it performs as a hitscan.

Bug Fixes (Game Client)

  • Fixed an issue that allowed players to purchase items not available in their respective store
  • Fixed an issue that let players equip content they didn’t own
  • Fixed issue where display settings would get re-applied when joining/leaving games, which could move the window or change display mode in rare cases
  • Fixed network stability indicator sometimes appearing when setting was disabled
  • Line of sight is no longer required to pick up the spike when overlapped by a player
  • Fixed issue where the spike would sometimes become unretrievable
  • Fixed an issue preventing some player reports from submitting
  • Fixed various connection issues with voice chat
  • Fixed various connection issues with text chat
  • Fixed various issues with player state being incorrect in social panel
  • Fixed an issue where some players could not requeue after a game without relogging
  • Fixed issues with receiving party invitations
  • Fixed transparent player card icons in Custom Game lobbies
  • Fixed resetting controls for Voice Chat in settings
  • Fixed voice defaulting to automatic transmission for Custom Games
  • Fixed voice being interrupted when navigating Custom Game options
  • Fixed a handful of localization issues across menu screens

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BBC Show Starts Production Without Actors Coming Into Contact With Each Other

Despite the widespread disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the BBC has just announced the production of a new television series set to debut soon. Talking Heads–a partial remake of a set of televised monologues originally aired in 1988 and 1998–will get around the challenges posed by quarantines and social distancing by allowing its actors to film without ever needing to share the same space.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the new version of Talking Heads will air in 12 parts and features an impressive ensemble cast that includes actors like Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer The Hobbit’s Martin Freeman, Episodes’ Tamsin Greig, The English Patient’s Kristen Scott Thomas, and many more. As in the original ’80s and ’90s series, the 2020 edition of Talking Heads will consist of dramatic monologues, each delivered by a single actor.

Alan Bennett, the writer and actor behind Talking Heads’ first two runs, has returned to the series, working with director and producer Nicholas Hytner’s London Theatre Company to remake 10 episodes and create two entirely new entries. Hytner calls the production, which has had to find novel ways to work while observing public health guidelines, a “challenge” that has required the cast and crew to “[rethink] ways of filmmaking that until a few weeks ago seemed routine.”

“The shoot will never bring any of us within touching distance of each other,” Hytner adds. “But I hope that in every other way it will reach out and touch millions of viewers.”

Talking Heads, according to the THR’s story, is set to “air in the coming months on BBC One.”

For more on how the coronavirus pandemic has affected the TV and film industries, check out our list of Marvel’s delayed movies, releases and events canceled or postponed due to COVID, and how skipping the theaters for on-demand releases has actually benefited movies like Trolls: World Tour.

If you’re looking for more entertainment news, be sure to listen to GameSpot’s weekly TV series and movies-focused podcast, You Should Be Watching. With new episodes premiering every Wednesday, you can watch a video version of the podcast over on GameSpot Universe or listen to audio versions on Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and Apple Podcasts.

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Amazon Slashing Prices On Great PC Games: Titanfall 2 For $3, Jedi Fallen Order For $30, And More

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and a ton of other EA-published digital PC games are seeing some truly ridiculous discounts on Amazon. In addition to Jedi: Fallen Order, some of EA’s best PC games of the last decade are discounted below $5. This includes The Sims 4, some fantastic shooters, and much more. Each game is available as a digital copy that can be redeemed via Origin.

Last year’s Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is currently 50% off at $30. Set five years after the events of Revenge of the Sith, Fallen Order is an engaging action-adventure game starring Cal Kestis, a young Jedi living in the aftermath of the Great Jedi Purge. In GameSpot’s Jedi: Fallen Order review, critic Phil Hornshaw scored it an 8/10. He said, “It’s true that Fallen Order borrows liberally from other action games, but those elements work together with Respawn’s combat and environment design, and a story that finds humanity in the Force and in its characters, to hone in on what makes the world of Star Wars worthy of revisiting again and again.”

Some of EA’s best shooters of this past generation are also discounted. Titanfall 2, Battlefield 1, and Battlefield 4 are all down to a measly $3 each. Titanfall 2 features an incredible single-player campaign that makes $3 an absolute steal, even if the multiplayer has seen more popular days. On the other hand, Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 4 both still have devoted communities that make finding a great multiplayer match fairly easy–and their campaigns are pretty good to boot.

The Sims 4 can currently be snagged for $5. Most of its expansions are also discounted on Amazon, including the latest release, Discover University, though you won’t find them for nearly as cheap. They’re all currently available for $20, which is half off their regular price. These prices are even cheaper than you’ll find on Origin, so it’s a good time to catch up on The Sims 4’s new content.

We’ve rounded up all of the stellar PC game deals at Amazon below. Most of the games on sale are incredibly cheap, but you still have to pay something for them. If you’re looking for a new game to play without spending a dime, we have a running list of every free game up for grabs right now–and a bunch of them are PC titles.

Best PC game deals at Amazon

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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Producer Wants to Keep Developing at a Fast Pace

Final Fantasy 7 Remake’s co-director Tetsuya Nomura has said that he would like to deliver the next part of Final Fantasy 7 Remake’s story quickly, and to do so would require focusing on a “smaller portion” of the overall plot.

The quote comes from an interview in Final Fantasy VII Remake Ultimania, a guide and lore book now available in Japan. The quotes were shared online by Twitter account aibo and translated by IGN Japan, and include this snippet from producer Yoshinori Kitase and co-director Nomura.

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When asked about how many parts the remake will compirse of, Kitase said: “We have a rough idea on that, but it’s not been completely decided yet. It’s impossible to talk about this right now. It seems that many people think it will become a trilogy.”

“It all depends on how many parts we make,” said Nomura. “If we separate it into bigger chunks it will take more time, but if we take smaller portions it can be done on a shorter span. Personally, I would like to deliver it fast.”

By smaller portions, it seems that Nomura is suggesting that – like the first game in the series – subsequent games will focus on parts of the storyline that take just a few hours to play out. Taking into consideration Final Fantasy 7’s very varied world, with its multitude of styles from area to area, it’s easy to see how focusing on a smaller portion would help speed up production.

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To cover the remaining plot of the original game in a trilogy format- including weaving in new narrative changes and expanded areas akin to the first game – would mean for two further massive games that would arguably need to be much larger than the first. As Kitase points out, the final number of games has yet to be decided, but Nomura’s comments about preferring to take smaller chunks suggest that this project could be larger than just three games.

For more on Final Fantasy 7 Remake and where it may go next, check out our ending explained guide, and the news that the next game is already in the works.

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Matt Purslow is IGN’s UK News and Entertainment Writer. You can follow him on Twitter

Protect Your Camera with the Best Camera Backpack or Sling Bag

You’ve finally bought that DSLR or mirrorless camera you’d been eyeing for months, and now it’s time to protect your new investment. After all, you wouldn’t dream of carrying your precious new camera around by its strap, right? Harry Benson didn’t get where he was with such reckless behavior. Shame on you.

You need protection. Whether it’s a shoulder or messenger bag, your new camera deserves a comfortable, safe mode of transportation. Lucky for you, there are heaps to choose from. These are the ones we think are the best right now.

TL;DR – These are the Best Camera Bags

1. Peak Design Everyday Messenger

Best Camera Bag

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What started life as a Kickstarter campaign has become the bag of choice for many serious photographers. The bag was created in partnership with renowned American shutterbug Trey Ratcliff, so you know it’s made of the right stuff: FlexFold dividers to keep your gear organized, and a weatherproof shell to keep it all safe. Fast forward to the latest V2 version and this already great bag has gotten a new luggage pass-through on the back and some revamped pockets.

On top of carrying your camera gear, this bag can accommodate 13-inch and 15-inch laptops depending on which size you select. Best of all, its clean design and low-key aesthetic doesn’t make it stand out or look like a camera bag if you’re trying to be more discreet about your hobby.

2. AmazonBasics Backpack

Best Budget Camera Bag

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Big enough to hold two camera bodies but with a price tag small enough to keep your bank balance healthy, Amazon’s own take on the camera backpack deserves a shout out. Internally, it measures 10 x 4.2 x 14.2 in space, which is enough for 3-4 lenses plus some accessories. You should be able to squeeze in a laptop too.

For the photographer who’s just starting out, there should be enough pockets and compartments here to satisfy, but as your hobby matures, you’ll probably want to upgrade to something bigger and better looking. Still, this is great for first-timers. Amazon’s nifty SLR Camera Sling Backpack is also worth a look if you want something a tad smaller.

3. Billingham Hadley Pro 2020 Camera Bag

Best-Looking Camera Bag

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Chances are you’re familiar with Billingham’s camera bags; they’re pretty iconic. Its Hadley Pro Camera Bag is an easy top choice for us, with a perfect mixture of style and utility. The new 2020 version gets an improved top handle and an added luggage trolley strap on the back for convenience.

Beyond that, you’ve got a (removable) adjustable shoulder strap, and a weatherproof zipper on the back for holding important documents. Better yet, the padded insert can be removed, transforming it from a camera bag to something more general in a flash. It will handle a DSLR or mirrorless camera with enough space left over for two to three lenses.

4. LowePro ProTactic 450 AWII

Best Rugged Camera Bag

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LowePro makes solid camera bags, and the ProTactic 450 AW is as robust as it looks. Big enough to hold two pro-level DSLRs, including one with a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens attached, it’s roomy, with a compartment that can hold a 15-inch laptop.

With four points of access, it’s also perfect for situations where speed is of the essence. The removable waistband is just the icing on the cake, but if you don’t need all the bells and whistles, the 350 AW version offers up something a little smaller for less.

5. Domke F-5XB

Best Compact Camera Bag

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With a rugged, retro look, this shoulder bag from Domke has a lot going for it – price included. The main compartment is padded nicely, with fixed divider walls; it’ll hold a DSLR and a couple of lenses, but won’t leave much room for additional accessories.

For something roomier, check out the Domke F-2 Shoulder Bag, which has become something of a classic among photographers in the know.

6. Ona Brixton Bag

Best Leather Camera Bag

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For the more style-conscious among you, the Ona offers camera protection wrapped in high-quality leather. It’s one of the more compact bags on our list, but still big enough to hold a DSLR, three lenses, plus accessories.

There’s space for a 13-inch laptop, while the rear open slip pocket will take a 10-inch tablet. It will, however, get quite heavy should you max out all that space. A bag for the photographer who wants to be photographed, but not a great choice if you plan to be out in the rain.

A little out of your price range? A bit bigger than you need. Ona’s Bowery bag still exhibits plenty of style.

7. Manfrotto Advanced2 Active Backpack

Best Camera Backpack

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The Advanced2 is another great all-rounder but in backpack form. It’s both comfortable and roomy enough to fit a DSLR and up to three lenses, with a compartment that can hold a 14-inch laptop. As a bonus, there’s also a strap for carrying a small tripod.

Many camera backpacks focus on function over fashion, but we really love the look of the Manfrotto. All of the outer fabric is water-repellant, but there’s a rain cover included just in case you find yourself caught in a torrential downpour.

Camera bags: What should you look for?

Backpacks: Camera bags come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Backpacks aren’t as good for easy access, but they often provide better protection. They’re also often more spacious than messenger and shoulder bags, and distribute weight across two shoulders, making them a better choice for bigger excursions.

Messenger/shoulder bags: These bags have just one strap, which means all the weight is put on one shoulder. The benefit here is access: it’s easier to grab your camera and accessories in a flash, making them perfect for the type of photography where time is of the essence. However, they’re not as good for big outdoor trips where you’re carrying a lot of gear.

How many compartments do you need? When browsing camera bags you’ll see details of dimensions and the number of compartments. How much space you need comes down to how much gear you have and how you plan to travel. You may only have one camera, but if you like to carry around a lot of lenses, make sure the bag can hold them all. Some bags also come with modular compartments, so you can rearrange according to your needs.

PUBG Surprise Launches On Google Stadia With New Pioneer Edition

During its latest Stadia Connect, Google announced 11 more games coming to its cloud-based game streaming service, including several games scheduled to arrive over the next month, like PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds: Pioneer Edition. This special edition of PUBG is actually available for Google Stadia right now.

The base version of PUBG costs $30 USD, while this new Pioneer Edition is available for $40 USD (but is included for free with a Stadia Pro membership). That higher price tag includes the base game, the Survivor Pass: Cold Front, and Google Stadia-exclusive skins. Cold Front is the current battle pass for PUBG, offering a new prize track to go with the start of Season 7, which sees the return of snow-covered Vikendi.

PUBG is one of several high-profile games on the way to the service, with the likes of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, as well as the Madden and FIFA series, on the way.

In GameSpot’s PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds review, Michael Higham writes, “PUBG’s technical shortcomings can undermine its broader achievements on rare occasions, but they don’t override your desire to continue playing. Each phase of a match presents a different type of tension that is equal parts thrilling and terrifying, driven by the insatiable desire to be the last person (or squad) standing.”

Our review for Google’s cloud-based game streaming service, however, was not as positive. In GameSpot’s Google Stadia review last year, Peter Brown wrote, “It may not be possible to do a one-size-fits-all fee given that Google hopes to offer the most popular games day-and-date with consoles and PC, but there has to be a better middle road between a flat fee and the high per-game cost at Stadia’s launch. Until it gets there, Stadia will struggle to be viewed as anything more than a costly curiosity.”

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