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EA Desktop app is out of beta and will soon replace Origin

October 7, 2022VG247

If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. It’s been a while, but testing seems to have wrapped up. Electronic Arts has released its EA app for Windows out of beta, and it is now available for all to download. The app will replace Origin, the PC platform EA introduced over 10 years ago. The app, according to EA, is “faster, more reliable, and more streamlined” than Origin, and will be the “best possible place” to experience the company’s games, services and content. FIFA 23 Launch Trailer With…

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Apex Legends’ latest Stories from the Outlands video focuses on Bangalore and Jackson

January 4, 2022VG247

If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Bangalore seems a bit upset with Jackson. The latest Apex Legends trailer from its “Stories from the Outlands” series, which delves deeper into the lore behind the game’s cast of characters, has been released. This newest video stars Bangalore, who is torn between her brother and the “only cause she’s ever known.” After the Battle of Gridiron, she is faced with not only making difficult decisions, but she will also have to face hard consequences with said decisions. Can you…

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Codemasters has announced a February release date for Grid Legends

December 4, 2021VG247

The racer will arrive in early 2022. Codemasters and Electronic Arts have announced a February 25 release date for Grid Legends. Annouced during EA Play Live back in July, the racer promises a large variety of game modes, including a deeper Career with over 250 events, a story mode entitled Driven to Glory, the return of Drift and Elimination, and the introduction of Electric Boost racing. Drivers of all levels will be able to drive over 100 vehicles upon release, race on classic tracks and in cities, and connect with others via cross-platform multiplayer. Not only does it support cross-platform…

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EA’s Origin store has a Black Friday Sale too

November 24, 2021RockPaperShotgun

As the deals deals deals continue to mount mount mount ahead of Black Friday, Electronic Arts have launched their own discount blast for PC games. Origin’s Black Friday Sale has some pretty cuts prices for some pretty good games, including 42% off the Mass Effect remasters, 50% off the Command & Conquer remaster, and even some games which aren’t remasters, like 63% off Star Wars Jedi and Squadrons. Read more

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The first major patch for FIFA 22 has been released and it’s a big one

October 6, 2021VG247

You might want to grab a cup before reading over the patch notes. EA Sports has released a rather large patch for FIFA 22, so big in fact, we’re just going to go over some of the highlights with you. With Title Update 1, you will find some changes have been made to FIFA Ultimate Team such as an update to Division Rivals Progress, the walkout animation is now slightly later when opening or previewing a Pack with a walkout Player Item, Tifos can now be seen in the Stadium while a match is paused, and more. There were also…

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Rix.GG finish runners-up in first Wild Rift Origin Series Championship

September 27, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

UK esports organisation Rix.GG came close to an historic win in the early days of League of Legends: Wild Rift esports. The team finished runners-up in the first EMEA Wild Rift Origin Series Championship in Stockholm, Sweden, on the weekend, losing 3-1 to Team Queso in the final. Rix didn’t have the greatest group stage, finishing fourth with one win and three losses, but they beat Unicorns of Love 3-0 in their semi-final to progress to the grand final against Queso. Continue reading Rix.GG finish runners-up in first Wild Rift Origin Series Championship

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Wild Rift: Origin Series Championship casting talent announced as UK org Rix.GG signs No Team No Talent roster

September 18, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

Riot Games has announced the broadcast talent line-up for the Wild Rift: Origin Series Championship taking place between September 24th and 26th 2021. The event will see some of the best Wild Rift players EMEA/MENA battle it out in Stockholm for the chance to be crowned the Wild Rift: Origin Series champions, as well as taking home the lion’s share of €150,000. Casters include existing Wild Rift talent, Brits Excoundrel, Deman and Tridd, who are now joined by Viperoon and Carmeline – a pair who have cast several other tournaments in the UK scene in recent years. Continue reading Wild…

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Wild Rift: Origin Series Championship will see six teams from Europe and beyond play live in Stockholm in September, UK former HotS pro to feature

August 27, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

This September, some of the world’s top League of Legends: Wild Rift teams will come together as the Origin Series draws to a close. Fans will be able to watch six top teams from the Origin Series (three teams from Group A, two from Group B and one from Group C) battle it out live in Stockholm, Sweden from September 24nd to 26th. The total prize pool for the League of Legends: Wild Rift Origin Series – first announced back in May – stands at €300,000. Continue reading Wild Rift: Origin Series Championship will see six teams from Europe and…

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It Takes Two has sold over 2 million copies

June 18, 2021VG247

By Stephany Nunneley 18 June 2021 18:29 GMT Well done, Hazelight.It Takes Two, the coop adventure from Hazelight Games and EA, has moved over 2 million copies since its March 26 release.Watch on YouTubeOne month after release, it was announced the game had sold 1 million copies, so in between April 25 and today, it has shifted another million. Developer Hazelight shared news of the game’s milestone on Twitter, where the developer said it was “amazed by the Passion” players have shown for the game. It also said it “couldn’t be happier” seeing so many fans of co-op.The game co-op…

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UK casters lead Wild Rift Origin Series broadcast line-up including Tridd, Deman, Dezachu and Excoundrel, with three UK teams in Group A

June 17, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

A mix of experienced British esports casters have joined the upcoming League of Legends: Wild Rift Origin Series broadcast talent line-up. And there’s three UK teams involved: Team Future, Reason Gaming and Resolve. Tridd will host the Riot Games tournament for the Europe, CIS, Turkey and MENA regions, which features a €300,000 prize pool. Casters will include UK/France caster Maxman30, as well as Brits Excoundrel, Dezachu and Deman, the latter of which has built up a ton of esports desk experience over the past decade, including the earlier days of League of Legends esports. Continue reading UK casters lead Wild…

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The Sims 4 cheats | Cheat codes and debug options for every occasion

June 4, 2021VG247

Cheats, glorious cheats: they’re such a staple of The Sims series that it’s hard to imagine playing without them. The Sims 4 is no exception, with a frankly staggering number of cheat codes and debug interactions that let you control even more aspects of your Sims’ lives than you’re technically supposed to.Watch on YouTube How to cheat in The Sims 4: Getting started Money cheats Character cheats Build cheats Camera cheats Quality of life cheats How to cheat in The Sims 4: Getting startedOpening the cheat consoleOn PC, press Ctrl + Shift + C to open the cheat console. A…

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Wild Rift Origin Series announced: Riot encourages teams from the UK, Europe and MENA to take part in new €300,000 tournament

May 20, 2021E-SportsNewsUK

League of Legends: Wild Rift launched on mobile devices late last year in the UK and other regions, and now the esports side of the game is ramping up. Riot Games has announced the League of Legends: Wild Rift: Origin Series, a new tournament for Europe and MENA regions featuring a €300,000 prize pool. There will be teams from Europe (including the UK), CIS, Turkey, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) facing off in a set of monthly best-of-three double elimination competitions, running across June, July, and August, leading to an offline finals in September 2021. Continue reading Wild…

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Check out this Apex Legends video showing off Valkyrie’s abilities

April 29, 2021VG247

By Stephany Nunneley 29 April 2021 16:48 GMT Apex Legends: Legacy is out soon, and today you can get a look at Valkyrie’s abilities via a new trailer.On May 4, Apex Legends: Legacy lands on PC and consoles with new Legend, Valkyrie, daughter of Viper.Watch on YouTube“Determined to carve her own path, and with her swarm of unique abilities, Valkyrie is ready to make history and have everyone in the Apex Games remember her name,” reads the description.You can get a look at the jetpack flying Legend’s new abilities in the vignette trailer above.From her passive to ultimate, Valkyrie’s abilities…

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Apex Legends Season 9 trailer shows off Valkyrie and new 3v3 mode

April 22, 2021VG247

By Stephany Nunneley 22 April 2021 20:00 GMT Respawn Entertainment has dropped a new Apex Legends trailer to give you a taste of what Season 9 will have to offer in May. Season 9 of Apex Legends will return players to where it started and will take you to the Arena, which is a new 3v3 game mode. Watch on YouTubeNew Legend Valkyrie will also become available when the new season kicks off, and you can see the new Legend for yourself in the trailer. The new season will include a new weapon called the Bockek Bow that is “capable…

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Mass Effect Legendary Edition – check out the official remastered comparison trailer

April 13, 2021VG247

By Stephany Nunneley 13 April 2021 20:22 GMT BioWare has released a comparison video showing off the differences between the original Mass Effect trilogy and the Mass Effect Legendary Edition.In the comparison video, you get an in-depth look at the visual upgrades you’ll see when Mass Effect Legendary Edition releases next month.Watch on YouTubeLooking at the side-by-side comparison, you can plainly see some of the improvements made to the environment, characters, and visual effects.You can expect improved material and particle effects, better skin rendering, and more realistic surface response. All textures have been enhanced or remade, 3D models are more…

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