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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare Gets New Content This Week

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare launched its Season One content on PC, PS4, and Xbox One recently, but part of that live game plan includes regular content drops throughout the season as well. That will be the case with this week’s “Season One Refresh,” which will include a new game mode, operator, maps, and Spec Ops missions. Plus you can claim a little bonus for logging in.

The refresh includes the Cranked game mode, a Deathmatch variant that has you racing to get kills. You can also try the new Spec Ops missions Operation Strong Box, Classic Special Ops Disinform, and Classic Special Ops Bomb Squad. The new operator Nikto will be available in a new operator bundle that includes the character along with a watch, weapon blueprints, and customization items. The Docks map will also get a holiday-themed reskin called Over Winter.

Finally, if you log in on December 18 after 10 AM PT, you can get a free gift pack in the “Just For You” section of the store. From December 20 at 10 AM PT to December 23 at 10 AM PT, you can score double weapon XP.

Other content drops are still planned for throughout the rest of the season. This is part of Infinity War’s live game plan for Modern Warfare, having announced before release that it would no longer use map packs that splinter the player base. The seasons do come with Battle Passes that earn you some cosmetic items, but all maps and game-changing additions like new weapons or equipment are free for all players.

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15 Big Nintendo Switch Games Coming in 2020

2020 is already looking like a packed year, and Nintendo’s line-up is no exception. Here are the biggest games slated to come out in 2020 for the Switch (as well as a few we think could come in 2020 that don’t have any official release window yet.)

Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore

Release Date: January 17 | Platform: Switch

This wild combination of Shin Megami Tensei and Fire Emblem originally came to Wii U back in 2016, but a suped-up edition will be making its way to Switch in early 2020. This new version will be mostly the same, but include a few new songs, characters, and story beats.

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Destiny 2 Patch Notes For The Dawning Update, Live Now

With the latest weekly reset in Destiny 2, Bungie has released the new 2.7.0.1 hotfix update that coincides with the launch of this year’s holiday-themed event, The Dawning. That means you can get a bunch of wintry items and cosmetics–including a new gun that requires very little effort–while also diving into core new Season of Dawn content, namely the EDZ and Nessus Sundial obelisks and their corresponding rewards and activities. Here’s what’s new and a look at the patch notes.

Of the most immediate concern is The Dawning, the time-limited event that runs from now until January 14. Much like last year, Eva Levante has returned to the Tower with a set of bounties and a revamped version of her oven: Eva’s Holiday Oven 2.0. This is used to craft treats for various bounties and quests. When Eva gives it to you, she’ll give you the necessary materials to craft an item for Zavala–quickly take it over to him and return to Eva to receive a package that will net you The Dawning’s new weapon for this year, Cold Front, a submachine gun. There’s plenty more to do once you’ve finished that, so check out our guide to The Dawning recipes to learn how to bake all of the cookies.

Eververse also has a ton of new cosmetics, including a finisher, shader, ghost shells, sparrow, emotes, and more. You can buy them all now for Silver, but Bungie shared on Twitter that everything–except for one item, the Perfect Ten finisher–will be sold for Bright Dust through Eververse during the event, which is certainly welcome news.

Outside of The Dawning, Season of Dawn’s other content continues to roll out. That includes the EDZ and Nessus obelisks, which can now be connected to the Sundial, allowing you to take on new bosses and earn a pair of new weapons from each. Additionally, there’s another Saint-14 mission.

Finally, in terms of the update, there are an assortment of fixes, including those related to Escalation Protocol chests and Resonate Stems not working properly. But I think we can all agree the best part of the patch notes concerns a fix for an issue where, and I quote, “finishers could yeet bosses off the map and cause other shenanigans.” So that’s sorted.

You can see the full patch notes below.

Destiny 2 Hotfix Update 2.7.0.1 Patch Notes

Combat Systems

  • Fixed an issue where Dynamo mods were granting more Super energy than expected
  • Fixed an issue where swapping between Hand Cannons with Explosive Rounds could result in higher damage than intended
  • The fixed-roll of Pyroclastic Flow no longer has Tap the Trigger as a perk
  • Fixed an issue where Symmetry’s arc seekers would unintentionally stagger Unstoppable Champions
  • Note: this perk is meant for an Exotic weapon that is coming out later in the Season
  • Fixed an issue where finishers could yeet bosses off the map and cause other shenanigans

Activities

  • Fixed an issue where attempting to launch Forsaken Baron adventures would cause a Honeydew error

Rewards

  • Resonate Stems, Escalation Protocol chests, and other impacted rewards will now be granted properly
  • Fixed and issue where some Sundial rewards could be infused without dismantling the item

Eververse

  • Fixed an issue where the Sunbreaker Titan armor ornament bundle could still be purchased at full price even if some items where owned

PC

  • PC video settings now save correctly and do not get reset when launching the game

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Atari Revival Offers Same 88 Percent Revenue Split as Epic Game Store

Atari is still working on its new console the Atari VCS. What’s clear by now is that this new console is not a retro console like the SNES Mini, but a new fully-fledged system with a dedicated Atari app store. And developers who agree to make exclusive games for the store will receive the same revenue cut as on the Epic Games Store.

In a new blog post, Atari has outlined its plans for how developers can begin making games for the upcoming Atari VCS. According to the company, there will be a digital app store for the console. Developers can submit their games or apps directly through the store for certification.

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Blu-Ray Box Set Deals That Will Arrive Before Christmas

What better gift could you give someone than hours of enjoyment watching something they love? This year has seen the release of tons of great Blu-ray boxed sets for shows ranging from Batman Beyond to Godzilla. Better yet, many of them are on sale for the lowest-ever prices. If you or someone on your list loves binging great stuff, check out the deals below. Unless otherwise indicated, they’ll arrive in time for Christmas — as long as you place your order soon.

Spider-Man and Venom Bundle is $14 Off

This collection comes with Blu-ray copies of Spider-Man: Far from Home, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, and Venom, all packaged in a limited edition steelbook case. Good stuff.

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Dead or Alive 6 Core Fighters Is Free For PS4, Xbox One Right Now

Dead or Alive 6‘s free-to-play version, Core Fighters, has a sweet little treat for those who download the free bundle package. The Core Fighters bundle comes with series mainstay and Ninja Gaiden protagonist, Ryu Hayabusa, for no extra charge.

The Core Fighters bundle is downloadable for free on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. You only need an active PS Plus or Xbox Live Gold membership to install the game. Doing so nets you Ryu Hayabusa’s character license for free, a DLC add-on that typically ranges from $3 USD to $8 USD depending on the character.

Dead or Alive 6: Core Fighters is the instant-access version of the game. With Core Fighters, you can play as familiar combatants like Hitomi and Kasumi, get access to most of the stages and game modes, and more. Other features, like story mode and additional characters, can be purchased separately on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.

We gave the fighting game a 7/10 in our Dead or Alive 6 review, saying, “Despite some missteps, DoA6 is a fun, engaging fighter with great-feeling, easy-to-pick-up combat, a strong sense of visual style, and a lot of personality. If you’re looking for a new fighting game to learn the ins and outs of–or perhaps a nice entry into the 3D side of fighting games–DoA6 is a fighter of choice.”

Now Playing: Dead Or Alive 6 – 5 Minutes of Action Packed Gameplay

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This Incredible Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Deal Gets You 6 Months For $40

There’s no better time to be an Xbox Game Pass member if you own an Xbox One, as Microsoft has continued to add new and excellent games to the Game Pass library. Announced earlier this year, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate combines regular Game Pass for both console and PC as well as Xbox Live Gold for a membership that gets you the best of what Xbox has to offer. A month of Game Pass Ultimate normally costs $15, which adds up to $90 over six months. However, you can currently snag six months of Game Pass Ultimate for over half off at Newegg, an excellent deal if you want to renew at a discount.

To claim the deal, add a three-month Game Pass Ultimate membership to your cart. Use promo code EMCUVUC33 at checkout, and you’ll drop that price to $40. On top of that, you’ll get an additional three months as a free gift item, getting you six months for the $40 price. This deal is available through next Monday, December 23. The extra three-month membership code must be redeemed by March 15.

New games were just announced for Xbox Game Pass today, and they’re good ones. Untitled Goose Game is available right now, and this Friday, Life is Strange 2 Episode 5, Pillars of Eternity, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be added to the library. For a closer look at the Game Pass library, check out our guide to the best Xbox Game Pass games available now.

In addition to having access to a great library of games, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gets you free monthly Xbox One and Xbox 360 games and exclusive discounts thanks to Xbox Live Gold. December’s free Games With Gold currently include Insane Robots, Jurassic World Evolution, Toy Story 3, and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate HD.

Now Playing: The Witcher 3 & Untitled Goose Game Come To Xbox Game Pass – GS News Update

PlayStation Now Adds Three More Games In January

The subscription service PlayStation Now is getting another set of big games in January, including some notable first-party games. They’ll only be available for a limited time, but if you’re a subscriber you can grab them starting on January 2.

The month’s offerings include Horizon Zero Dawn, with the Frozen Wilds expansion and other bonus content included, along with Uncharted: The Lost Legacy. Those two games will be available through April 7, 2020, and you have the option to download or stream them. The service will also add Overcooked 2, though that game doesn’t have a set expiration date.

Meanwhile, you can also still grab the games that became available in December: PUBG, Wolfenstein: The Old Blood, and Formula 1 2019. Those are all available until March 2, 2020. Persona 5 and Middle-Earth: Shadow of War will be available through February 3, 2020. God of War (2018), Infamous: Second Son, Grand Theft Auto V, and Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End are available for now, but will be removed on January 2.

Sony recently cut the monthly subscription price of PlayStation Now from $20 / £13 to $10 / £9, and at the same time announced it would be rotating in some big games for a limited time. This all appears aimed at competing more directly with Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass service, which offers its own subscription lineup of games and has committed to releasing first-party titles on their wide release dates.

Now Playing: PS4 Controller Gets A New Back Button – GS News Update

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Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker – Read Critics’ Reactions

The latest Star Wars movie–and the final entry in the Skywalker saga–is finally here. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker hits theaters on December 20, with Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, and Oscar Isaac reprising the roles that they previously played in The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi. The movie has screened for critics, and while full reviews aren’t here yet, we do have the first reactions on Twitter.

Opinions are, for the most part, very positive. There is considerable praise for director JJ Abrams, who also directed The Force Awakens. Slashfilm’s Peter Sciretta stated that Abrams brings “a cohesive arc to this trilogy that feels like a fitting end to the saga as a whole,” while Filmspeak’s Griffin Schiller said that “JJ’s energy is all over this thing.”

One thing that the critics are all united on is the huge scale of the movie. Fandango’s Erik Davis described it as “a terrific finale that is just stuffed with so much of everything,” and The Wrap’s Yolanda Machado said it is “everything and nothing that you’re expecting,” while Variety’s stated that “there’s so much movie in this movie.”

Some critics addressed the issue of how The Rise of Skywalker compared to Rian Johnson’s The Last Jedi, which very much divided audiences with some of its story choices. The consensus seems to be that those who didn’t like that previous movie will find more to enjoy. ABC’s Clayton Sandell said that the film “gives a whole new appreciation for The Last Jedi,” while the New York Times’s Kyle Buchanan joked that the movie “could only have been ruder to Rian Johnson if they had motion-smoothed it.”

However, not everyone was filled with praise for the movie. Some critics criticised the amount of fan-service and admitted that not everything works. Critic Scott Menzel described it as a “collective hodgepodge of all Star Wars films combined,” and Uproxx’s Mike Ryan stated that “the first half gets so bogged down with exposition and new plot… it feels like it should have been three movies on its own.” In addition, Cinemablend’s Eric Eisenberg said there “are a number of choices that just don’t track, fan service that doesn’t work, and ignored details that are missed.”

Now Playing: Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker – Official Final Trailer

How Stig Built God of War and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order

Welcome to the newly relaunched IGN Unfiltered, my monthly interview series where I sit down with the best, brightest, and most fascinating minds in the video game industry. I’m back with a brand-new bar/arcade set – complete with a working beer tap! My guest this month is veteran game developer Stig Asmussen, who discusses his career in gaming, from being an art director and eventual game director on God of War to leading a team at Respawn Entertainment on the smash hit Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.

Check out the episode in the video above, but if you’d prefer to listen to the full, unedited episode, here’s an audio-only podcast download link. One way or the other we hope you’ll check out the interview!

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