GameXplain was able to get hands-on time with Yacht Club Games development kit that they used to get Shovel Knight running within two weeks for the platform. The video details impressions on how the system feels, commentary about how the Joy-Cons might not be the best for 2D platformers and other useful information. I enjoyed watching this and while it’s disappointing to hear that the Switch isn’t the best for 2D platformers, hearing that Shovel Knight took less then 2 … Read More

Sony is releasing a new update for the PS4 Pro that enables something called ‘Boost Mode’. This will enable the PS4 Pro to use it’s higher power-levels to overclock games that aren’t Pro supported. What does this mean? Well, it more or less forces the Non-Native Pro game to use the stronger hardware resulting in higher frame rates and other such features. While many examples are springing up, I will be posting articles about specific games based on footage released … Read More

When you talk about Freedom Planet, it’s hard to not mention the Sonic series. I say that due to how clear the similarities are with how speed is a focus in level design, core gameplay having Sonic elements and the original Freedom Planet originating as a Sonic fan production before morphing into it’s own original franchise. But with Sonic scrapping his feet to go on two adventures in 2017 through Sonic Mania and Project 2017, the place for Freedom Planet as a series … Read More

Super Mario Odyssey is one of the most promising of the upcoming line-up of games releasing on the Switch in 2017. Returning to open-ended 3D platforming pioneered in Mario 64 and Sunshine, many are happy to see the iconic Plumber return to his roots. Youtube content creator Arlo is known for making quality videos that offer deep insight on games and just overall have a really positive attitude to the industry. In the sea of angry gamers you can see online … Read More

The Blue Blur introduces the latest addition to the expansive library of iconic characters joining LEGO Dimensions this year. Knight Rider and his super car ‘KIT’ will be playable in a fun pack releasing in the future. Fun packs come with two vehicles and a Mini-Figure (character) that can be used within the game.

FE Heroes is out now for mobile devices and you can check out the games opening cutscene here! GameXplain captured this from their copy of the game and it looks quite nice, matching the art style found in the series 3DS installments. If you have an Android or iOS device, consider going off to battle with your favorite Fire Emblem characters today!

King of Fighters 14 is out on the PS4 and it offers a lot of DLC content for it’s fighters via costumes. A new DLC costume released recently for the character of Shun’ei so if you enjoy this fighter, consider checking out this latest trailer for the game!