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Sometimes things are better late than never. This is certainly the case with this Aliens: Colonial Marines footage from E3 which features Gearbox boss, Randy Pitchford, explaining the upcoming title. The lengthy gameplay video was narrated at E3 and then again shown at PAX Prime, and by most accounts, this is THE Aliens game that fans have been waiting for. Gearbox has alot on their plate right now. The developer just recently released Duke Nukem Forever, has a little something called Borderlands 2 in the works, and as the video below shows, Aliens: Colonial Marines is coming along nicely....

Akatsuki are Naruto’s most iconic foes, and here’s our list of their members. Akatsuki, translated to “Dawn”, was easily the most iconic group of antagonists Naruto and his comrades faced throughout the manga and anime. The Akatsuki members were each highly distinctive from one another in Naruto and Naruto Shippuden and carried one of 10 rings to signify their official membership. The villainous syndicate was originally founded as an insurgency with pacifist intentions, by Amegakure (Village Hidden in the Rain) shinobi Yahiko....

Much like in prior years, NBA 2K23 is bringing back badges. Badges are a vital part of any MyPlayer, as these items, when equipped and upgraded, give special boosts that can prove to be a major difference while playing online, or in MyCareer. So, what badges are in NBA 2K23? Let’s go over the full list. Finishing badges in NBA 2K23 Aerial Wizard – Ability to successfully complete alley–oops and putbacksAcrobat – Boosts the ability to make layups that have a high degree of difficultyBackdown Punisher – Increases the chances of a player successfully backing down their opponentBully – Like Giannis and LeBron, able to finish strong by bulldozing through trafficDream Shake – Raises the chances that a defender bites when doing fakes in the postDropstepper – Improves a player’s ability to effectively use dropsteps in the pastFast Twitch – Speeds up ability to get standing layups or dunks off before the defense has time to contestFearless Finisher – Boosts contact layups and decreases fatigueGiant Slayer – Heightens the effectiveness of layups over taller defendersGrace Under Pressure – Gives a boost to standing shots that happen close to the basketHook Specialist – Boosts hook shot abilityLimitless Takeover – When attacking the basket, players will start their dunk or layup gather from farther out than othersLob City Finisher – Improves the chances of completing a successful alley-oop dunk/layupMasher – Increases ability to finish inside layups over defenders*Mouse in the House – Higher chance of successfully finishing when attacking a smaller defenderPost Spin Technician – Improves the ability of a post spin or drive to work effectivelyPosterizer – Improves the likelihood of posterizing your opponentPro Touch – Gives an additional boost for having good layup timing or aimingPutback Boss – Increases shot percentage when attempting a putback after an offensive reboundRise Up – Increases the likelihood of dunking the ball when standing in the painted areaSlithery – Makes it easier to gather through traffic, avoiding collisions and strips Tear Dropper – Improves a player’s ability to avoid contact when attacking the rimUnstrippable – Chances of being stripped when attacking the basket are reduced Shooting badges in NBA 2K23 Agent 3 – Ability to hit difficult 3PT shots off the dribbleAmped – Reduces the shooting attribute penalties when fatigued and when moving excessively prior to shootingBlinders – Less affected by peripheral defenders when shooting jumpersCatch & Shoot – Boosts the chance of hitting a three pointer immediately after a catchCircus Threes – Improved ability to hit pull-up and stepback 3’sClaymore – Increases a spot up shooter’s ability to knock down catch and shoot jumpers the longer they remain stationary prior to shootingClutch Shooter – Increases the ability to knock down shots in clutch momentsComeback Kid – Improved ability to shoot perimeter jumpers when trailing in a gameCorner Specialist – Gives a boost to shots taken in the cornerDeadeye – Jump shots taken with a defender closing out receive less of a penalty from a shot contestDifficult Shots – Improves the ability to shoot difficult shots off the dribble from mid-rangeFade Ace – Improves ability to shoot post fadesGreen Machine – Increases the bonus given for consecutive excellent releasesHand Down Man Down – Makes an outside shooter even deadlier if opponent fails to get a hand in the faceLimitless Range – An old favorite returns, making shooters more effective with any shot attempt from deep 3PT rangeRhythm Shooter – Boosts shot %’s out of size-ups as well as 1-step pull-upsSlippery Off-Ball – Strengthens the player’s ability to get open off the ballSpace Creator – Formerly a Playmaking badge, it now boosts the ability to hit stepback jumpers and hop shots, and also will cause defenders to stumble more often*Stop & Pop – Boosts shot rating on stand-still three pointers after dribblingVolume Shooter – Boosts shot percentages as shot attempts accrue throughout the game Playmaking badges in NBA 2K23 Ankle Breaker – Improves the likelihood of freezing or dropping a defender during dribble movesBail Out – Increases the chances of successfully completing a pass from mid-airBreak Starter – Improves a player’s ability to make effective outlet passes after grabbing a reboundClamp Breaker – A counter to Clamps, helps ball handlers win more 1-on-1 body bump confrontationsDimer – Boosts the shot percentage for open teammates on jump shots after catching a passFloor General – Teammates receive an offensive attribute bonus when player is in the gameHandles for Days – Reduces the amount of energy lost when performing dribble movesHyperdrive – Increases the speed at which a player can perform moving dribble moves as they attack down the courtKiller Combos – Improves a dribbler’s effectiveness with size-up dribble movesMismatch Expert – Formerly a shooting badge, this badge now helps smaller guards break down taller defenders when mismatched 1-on-1Needle Threader – Increases the likelihood that though passes can get by the defensePost Playmaker – Receivers are given a shot boost when passing out of the postQuick Chain – Put together a series of moves while sizing up the opponentQuick First Step – Ball handles have access to quicker and more effective launches when driving out of triple threat or after size upSpace Creator – Improves a player’s ability to create space from a defenderSpecial Delivery – Boosts takeover progress for the passer and receiver off a flashy pass assistTriple Threat Juke – Speeds up triple threat moves when trying to blow by the defenderUnpluckable – Reduces the chances of getting stripped by the defenderVice Grip – Improves ball security immediately after securing a rebound, catch, or picking up the ball Defense/Rebounding badges in NBA 2K23 Anchor – A crucial badge for last line of defense bigs, improves ability to block and contest shots in the paintAnkle Braces – Reduces the chances of getting crossed overBall Stripper – Helps increase the chance of a steal when attempting to strip a layup or dunk near basketBox – Strengthens ability to effectively box out opponents in anticipation of a reboundBoxout Beast – Helps rebounders win boxout battles on both offensive and defensive rebounding situationsBrick Wall – Increases effectiveness of screens and drains energy from opponents on physical contactChallenger – Improves the effectiveness of perimeter shot contestsChase Down Artist – Boosts speed and leaping ability of player when chasing down offensive player in anticipation of block attemptClamps – Boosts the ability to stay in front of the ball handler on the perimeterClutch Defender – Boosts your defensive ratings in clutch momentsGlove – Named after legendary defender Gary Payton, helps you strip players as they gather for shots and poke the ball free from ball handlersHustler – Improves ability to beat opponent to loose ballsInterceptor – Increases chances of getting steals in passing lanesIntimidator – Offensive players have less success shooting when contested by players with badgeMenace – While guarding and staying in front of opponent, their attributes will drop if good defense is being playedOff-Ball Pest – Improves a player’s ability to bump and harass the offense off the ballPick Dodger – Improves a player’s ability to navigate through screens effectively on defensePick Pocket – Improves a player’s ability to steal the ball from a ball handlerPogo Stick – Allows players to quickly recover and go back up for another jump upon landingPost Lockdown – Improves the defender’s ability to defend post moves and backdownsRebound Chaser – Improves ability to track down rebounds from farther distances than normalRim Protector – Reduces chances of getting dunked on and unlocks special block animationsTireless Defender – Reduces energy lost when exerting effort on defenseWork Horse – The “Pat Bev” badge that boosts your ability to hustle down 50/50 balls and play hard-nosed defense without getting tired*Worm – Rebounders have more success swimming around and getting into successful rebound position Note: * indicates new and/or returning (but not in NBA 2K22) for NBA 2K23...

The Division Resurgence is the franchise’s first step into mobile gaming. Ubisoft released official gameplay footage of Resurgence, showing that nothing has been lost in translation. Resurgence looks and plays like a typical Division game, which is impressive given that Resurgence is a mobile title. You get a glimpse of what two major classes will be in Resurgence from the trailer below. There have been multiple different classes in the Division franchise, but what are all the classes in Resurgence?...

The AEW console game is a highly-anticipated wrestling title with various big stars from the franchise. From icons like Chris Jericho to younger stars like Darby Allin, fans are in for a fun wrestling experience on consoles. Here are all the confirmed wrestlers we know are in AEW Fight Forever so far. All AEW Fight Forever Characters in the Ring All of these characters have been shown through marketing materials from AEW Games at the time of writing....

Over the course of its life, Dead by Daylight has accumulated a large variety of Killers to choose from, and it’s only going to continue to get bigger as time goes on. Each Killer has their own unique abilities that they bring to the table to terrorize the Survivors, but underneath those abilities lie the teachable perks. These perks are at first exclusive to those Killers, but after you unlock them, any Killer can obtain them in the Bloodweb....

Gran Turismo 7 is much like most major releases today in the sense that there is more than one edition. Luckily, there are only two versions, which makes deciding on a purchase much easier. Maybe you’ve been out of the loop and don’t know what version includes which content. Our guide details what the game’s Standard and Anniversary Editions have in common, as well as the premier version’s exclusive benefits....

The Daily Duotrigordle is a puzzle based on the immensely popular Wordle. However, instead of guessing just one word, players must guess 32 five-letter words within 37 tries! The remarkable number of words can make this daily puzzle incredibly hard, and sometimes you just need a little help to figure out the last couple words. All Duotrigordle #93 Answers The list below provides all 32 answers in Duotrigordle #93, released on June 3, 2022....

While some shows are synonymous with Netflix, it is also synonymous with killing shows. 1899 co-showrunner Baran bo Odar posted earlier today on Instagram (seen below) to notify fans that the show was canceled after its one season by Netflix. In the post, it was revealed that the period would have gone on for three seasons to complete the story, similar to Dark, which Odar co-created with 1899 co-creator Jantje Friese....

In 2013, we got 30 Rock delivering a reality series concept, MILF Island. Well, it is kind of coming to reality on January 15. TLC has given details on the cast of its upcoming dating show, MILF Manor. From the trailer, we already got a glimpse at them, but now we have more details about who they are. The season will focus on eight mothers looking for love. The concept of the show will follow these women in Mexico with men half their age....

Commemorating the 35th anniversary, The Transformers: The Movie is set to return to theaters. The special rerelease will run from September 26 at 12 PM to September 28 at 7 PM in US theaters. The event is being run at participating cinemas by Fathom Events. A complete list of participating theaters can be found on their site. Fans of the original cartoon series can now relive the classic as it was meant to be, with Optimus Prime going toe to toe with Megatron on the big screen....

It appears that Bungie will allow you to pay for ammo packs using your own money very soon in Destiny. If this is true, this may not be received well by the gaming community. According to a source from VG24/7, Bungie is set to sell ammo packs which you can pay for with your own money. Microtransactions are already in Destiny, but selling ammo packs might be a step too far if this is true....

Oppo has released the latest version of its Android skin and it’s turning out to be a very good update. With the ColorOS 6.0 update which is based on Android Pie, Oppo is seeming to withdraw from its “just another imitation of iOS image” and moving closer towards stock Android. The new update not only focuses on making the skin lighter and better looking but also enhances the overall performance. In this article, we are going to take a look at the new ColorOS 6....

Firefox is already the second most popular browser after Google Chrome in terms of usage. Some like Firefox for its enhanced privacy features. Although the main reasons for choosing Firefox remains the ability to customize this browser and make it into anything you want. You can do this by installing various Firefox add-ons and extensions. There are dozens of add-ons that you can install in Firefox to improve your user experience....

If you notice the world-building in Minecraft 1.18, the role of parkour in the game becomes very clear. Whether you are trying to climb the highest Minecraft mountains or taking a fight against various mobs, quick building and parkour are essential for survival. But unless you are on the best Minecraft parkour maps, there is no way you can learn and fully enjoy the momentous experience in the game. That’s why we have listed the best Minecraft parkour servers for action-packed gameplay in this article....

As working professionals who travel, people on the move value portability and design. The newest line of the iPad Pro has ensured that this demand is met by a big margin. Packing state-of-the-art technology with the M1 chip, the iPad Pro can pretty much do anything. However, users who like to travel light also want room for expansion when they sit down to work. This is where USB-C hubs for the iPad....

The new 12 minute gameplay reveal trailer for Battlefield 3 has been drip fed to us in bite size morsels for the last month or so. Well DICE has finally unveiled the full 12 minute version of Fault Line. It’s not necessarily new footage, as much as it is everything we’ve already seen up to this point bundled in a nice neat package. There are a few never before seen shots in it, such as the full unfolding of that building coming down from the Earthquake....

Exploring and finding Treasures in God of War will offer you some exceptional rewards in the form of resources that can be used later on for upgrades. There are 12 Treasure Maps in the game, all are scattered into different areas, and they are available as you reach Lake of Nine. So you can find out these resources early in the game. Treasures are located in Region River Pass, Landsuther Mines, Lookout Tower, Volunder Mines, Cliffs of Raven, Fafrnir’s Storeroom, Foothills, Iron coveBuri’s Storeroom, Forgotten Caverns, Northri Stronghold, Njords Oarsmen, Stone Falls, Isle of Death, The Mason’s Channel, Light Elf Outpost, Ruins of the Ancient, Fafnir’s Storeroom, Lookout Tower, Veithurgard, The Mountain & Council of the Valkyries....

In God of War Yggdrasil’s Dew is a collectible item that can increase your stats from minimum to max. There are around 12 Yggdrasil’s Dew in God of War that will increase stats like COOLDOWN, STRENGTH, LUCK, DEFENSE, RUNIC and VITALITY. With each dew, you collect you will gain around +2 stats. The magic dew drops from the World Tree and it is scattered around the map in different places. It will permanently increase your stats that will be very useful later on....

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is one of the most popular web programming languages used by millions of websites. According to the W3Techs survey, PHP is used by 82% of the web servers. The reason why PHP is so popular is the highly interactive features, great HTML, and seamless database integration. Moreover, it also doesn’t warrant a steep learning curve which is a big deal for newbies. And just like other popular web languages, PHP also has some great features to make your development crazy fast, more productive and protects you from low-level error....