Will Call of Duty WWII Save the World? - Video Game

Call of Duty is arguably the one of the most popular game franchise throughout the world but over the years Call of Duty has deviated further away from the gameplay elements that make it great which have resulted in a lot of backlash from the fans. After Call of Duty: Black ops II, Call of Duty games kept on becoming more sci-fi rather than about actual combat and quite frankly most new games felt like a sci-fi shooter rather than Call of Duty games fans had come to love.

Activision has taken Call of Duty games back to the roots in hopes to save the dying franchise which means that no more robots, jet packs or outer space combat. But after all the damage that has been done to the franchise can Call of Duty WWII save the series?

How Did It Come To This?

The worst point of the franchise definitely came from Infinity Ward that completely converted the game into a Crysis-esque space shooter. Needless to say, that wasn’t what any fan of the franchise wanted which resulted in Call of Duty Infinite Warfare having the second most disliked reveal trailer on YouTube.  After years of disappointment, fans expect Call of Duty World War II to deliver the “boots on ground” combat that made them fall in love with the franchise rather than more sci-fi outer space combat. Call of Duty Infinite Warfare also had 50% less sales than Call of Duty: Black Ops III which wasn’t that good either. Everything Activision has done has gone against what the players have wanted giving rise to a lot of doubt to whether Call of Duty WWII be different.

The final blow came from the immense success Battlefield 1 had thanks to it “staying on the ground” and delivering an exciting, realistic and gore-filled depiction of World War 1 which fans loved. The success of battlefield 1 coupled with the extremely bad feedback and sales seem to have finally put Activision on the right track but is it too late?

Will Call of Duty WWII Save The Franchise?

Fans – including us  – are expecting a lot from Call of Duty WWII and Activision doesn’t have enough space to mess up anymore.  Call of Duty WWII is either going to bring the series back to life or bury it once and for all. From the trailers and bits of online gameplay, as of now, we can only assume that Call of Duty WWII will have a narrative driven story campaign and a much larger multiplayer experience than any other Call of Duty game.

The campaign looks grittier, violent and hopefully will be an accurate depiction of World War II delivering more depth than generic FPS games. Activision has also added in an entirely new co-op zombie’s campaign that is sure to bring some fans the franchise has lost over the years. Can Call of Duty WWII save the franchise? Considering Activision is finally listening to the fans and giving them the game they want, Call of Duty WWII has everything that it needs to make a great Call of Duty game.

Call of Duty WWII will be at E3 2017 and we’ll keep you updated with all Call of Duty WWII leaks, rumors, and release date updates.

Call Of Duty WWII Video Game on PS4, Xbox One and PC will be out on 3rd November 2017 and any preorder will have an early access to the private BETA (Only available before the official release date)

Written by Hitari Editorial Team

What Do We Know About Destiny 2

Destiny 2 is making a comeback on the PS4 and Xbox One along with releasing on the PC for the first time which has me gotten really excited! Destiny 2 is bringing a lot of changes to the game and we’re here to let you about all the big changes coming to Destiny 2.

Competitive Overhaul: 4v4 Teams

One of the biggest changes that came to Destiny 2 was the complete overhaul of the online multiple. Destiny 2 multiplayer gameplay modes like PvP will now require only 4 players! This feels like a great move on Bungie’s end to help the community increase interaction and allow players to make new friends – even if they are shooting at you.

A Story-Driven Campaign

Destiny 2 comes with a brand new campaign that is guaranteed to get anyone excited. The Red War campaign will feature a story driven narrative and from what I can tell from the gameplay reveal have an overall darker, have more cinematic, and will finally make the characters likable – hopefully. 

Raise Your Banners; Destiny 2 Clans Are Official

If you’re someone that was part of a Clan in Destiny 1 then you’ll be happy to hear that Clans are officially supported in Destiny 2! Bungie is making a lot of changes in Destiny 2 to increase interaction between players and help the community grow which is something we all can appreciate. Destiny 2 will also have multiple tools that help you grow and style your clan. A reward system will also be used to distribute awards to every clan member regardless which member wins which makes it more than worth it to join a clan. Even if you don’t want to be in a clan they’ll still matter to you thanks to guided games. 

Need Someone To Raid With?

Bungie has introduced a new feature called Guided Games In guided games which will allow solo players and clans to play together in strikes and raids by using the new guided games feature. You can find what player or clan needs more players to play in raids or strikes and through guided games, these players will be grouped together. The number of times I had to cancel my plans for a raid in Destiny 1 was way too high but with guided games, everyone can finally enjoy Destiny's best content. It is expected heavy penalties will be placed on players that abuse the new guided game feature. According to Bungie, there's a high chance that people that play together might want to join the clan they played with further helping the community grow and interact which is something all of us can appreciate.

A Bigger Better World

One of the biggest issues with the original Destiny game was that the world felt rather small and empty. Luckily, Destiny 2 is going to be bigger, better and have a whole lot more to do in the world. The world of Destiny 2 will be filled with treasure maps and lost sectors that will make exploring the world actually fun. There will be a lot more quests and four brand new worlds - Earth, Titan, Io, and Nessus- filled with mystery for you to explore. The best part is that you can take part in all activities without having to go to orbit!

Preorder your copy of Destiny 2 PS4 , Xbox One or PC and get BETA early access Now - Out in 8th September 2017.

Written by Hitari Editorial Team

Learn how NOT to die in The Surge - Video Game Tips and Advice

There’s a reason why The Surge is being called the Sci-fi version of Dark Souls which is simply because you die – a lot. The Surge has become infamous for its Dark Souls like gameplay and many people have pointed out the similarities between Dark Souls and The Surge.  You’ll be facing alien, robots and mutated aliens that can probably take half your health bar with a single attack. To help you out, here are some ways to how not to die in the surge. 

Learn How To Time Attacks & Finishers

First and foremost, you need to learn how to time your attacks. Mashing buttons isn’t going to help you take down enemies and you have limited stamina that won’t let your spawn infinite attacks. In the start, the maximum attacks your character can make in succession is 3 – 5 times so making these count is extremely important. If you manage to bring an enemy’s health down by 80% and have at least you’re your stamina then you can pull off an awesome finisher which will leave you vulnerable to attacks from other enemies.

Hit Them Where It Hurts

If you’re thinking that by progressing in the game you’ll find a piece of armor or a power-up that will make the game a bit more forgiving, then you’re wrong. The Surge will keep grinding you until the very end but that doesn’t mean you can’t take down enemies fast rather you can take down enemies without dying from the get go by targeting their weak spots. If the enemy’s area you’re locking onto is yellow that means it’s armored, if it’s blue it means that it is undefended and takes more damage from attacks.

One Enemy At A Time

If you’ve ever played a souls game then you know how bad it can get when facing a mob of characters. This holds true for the Surge as well. If you get surrounded by enemies, even if you have to take on two enemies chances are you’re going to die. Always take enemies down one at a time and if you find yourself being pushed into a corner – run as fast as you can. Taking enemies down one at a time means you can focus on getting better armor and gain more experience.

Get Good Armor

I’ll let you know this upfront, better armor doesn’t mean you’ll be able to take down any enemy you want. No matter how strong your armor gets, there will still be enemies that can take out more than half your health in a single attack throughout the game. Getting better armor does raise the chance of survival and lets you take more hits. By farming for materials for the crafting system and an upgrade system in the early game to gain better armor which can make the game a “bit” more forgiving.

LEARN!

I can’t stress this point enough but if you want to make it through to the end you’ll have to learn the games mechanics, enemy attack patterns and boss patterns. Learning the enemy’s combo patterns is absolutely crucial unless you want to keep dying over and over again. Unlike Dark Souls, the “hit-and-run” strategy isn’t very effective since most enemies can cover the distance in a short time which is why learning enemy attack patterns is the only way you can make it through to the end.

Written by Hitari Editorial Team.

Top Tips on how to Store and Care for your Sony PlayStation VR Headset

If you own a PlayStation VR Headset then you need to know how to properly care for the device. It's an expensive piece of hardware that could easily break if you handle or store it wrong. Here are some top tips and useful accessories to ensure your PSVR headset stays in top working order.

Storage

It's tempting to not purchase a carry case for the PSVR but not doing so places your headset at risk of breakage. Even if you don't plan to take your headset anywhere, owning a VR Storage Carry Case allows you to keep your headset in a protective case.

This VR Storage Carry Case uses a 'hard' outer shell that protects the PlayStation VR and makes it very difficult to damage the device. There are no officially created cases from Sony but all of these cases are able to protect the PSVR from damage.

Headset Stand

While a hard case is great for storing a PlayStation VR headset, a headset stand is an alternative option for storing the device while putting it on display.

This Universal VR Headset Stand and Organiser is very presentable as the PSVR fits nicely on the stand. Gamers who want to put their PSVR on display should look at getting a headset stand instead of a carry case.

Cleaning

When you first get a PlayStation VR you should look at getting a PSVR Starter Kit which contains a range of useful items to keep the Sony device in tip top condition.

This Playstation VR Starter kit comes with a cleaning cloth, lens protectors, a cable tidy and also a silicone jacket for the PS4 controller. A kit like this one contains everything you need to keep the new Sony VR headset in a good condition.

Please feel free to leave your comments and ideas on how to store and protect your VR Headsets.

FIFA 17 Pre Order Codes Redemption Instructions

Here are the instructions on how to redeem your FIFA 17 Preorder Code: 

Playstation 4 / PS4

To redeem your code:

EITHER access the PlayStation®Store in the main menu, select REDEEM CODE and follow the on-screen directions, OR

1. Create an account on your PSN-enabled PlayStation®system (or use your existing account).

2. Select the PlayStation®Store icon on the PS4™ system Home Screen.

3. On PlayStation Store, select ‘Redeem Codes’ at the bottom of the menu on the PS4™ system.

4. Enter the code. Please note that the code is case sensitive and must be entered exactly as displayed.

5. Once the code has been entered correctly, select ‘Continue’ on the dialog box from the PS4™ system.

6. Select ‘Download’ to start downloading the content.

7. Select ‘Continue’ to complete the code redemption on the PS4™ system.

Playstation 3 / PS3

To redeem your code:

EITHER access the PlayStation®Store in the main menu, select REDEEM CODE and follow the on-screen directions, OR

1. Open an account on the PlayStation®Network (or use your existing account).

2. From the PlayStation Network icon on the XMB™, select ‘Account Management’.

3. Select ‘Redeem Codes’.

4. Enter the above code. Please note that the code is case sensitive and must be entered exactly as displayed.

5. Once the code has been entered correctly, click ‘Continue’.

6. Once you accept the terms, you will be taken to the download screen.

XBOX ONE

Redeem your code on Xbox Live

1. On Xbox One™ with Kinect®, say “Xbox, use a code” or go to Xbox Store > Games >

Use a code.

2. Use the QR code or enter the 25-digit code. You can also redeem the 25-digit code

at live.xbox.com.

Need a Microsoft® account? Make one for free at live.xbox.com.

4 MB storage, FIFA 17 Standard Edition (sold separately), and account on

Xbox Live® required. Xbox Live download code valid for one-time use only with

Xbox One systems. Subject to Xbox Live System Requirements and Terms of Use at www.xbox.com/live/termsofuse.

XBOX 360

Xbox Live Code Redemption Instructions

NOT AN XBOX LIVE MEMBER YET? Follow these steps fi rst before redeeming

code:

1. Connect your Xbox 360® to a broadband Internet connection.

2. Press the silver/green Xbox Guide Button on the controller.

3. Select Create Profi le & follow instructions to create profi le name & avatar.

4. Select Join Xbox Live® & follow instructions to setup your Microsoft® account.

TO ACTIVATE YOUR XBOX LIVE CODE:

1. Sign in to your Microsoft account.

2. Press the silver/green Xbox Guide Button on the controller.

3. Navigate to Games tab.

4. Select Redeem Code & enter code.

Codes can also be redeemed at live.xbox.com.

FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT, PLEASE VISIT https://help.ea.com.

THIS STANDARD EDITION PRE-ORDER OFFER IS BEING ISSUED TO YOU FOR PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CREDIT, CHARGE, DEBIT OR GIFT CARD. OFFER EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 27, 2016.  GOOD ONLY FOR NEW PURCHASES OF "FIFA 17" ("PRODUCT").  CODE INCLUDED WITH PURCHASE GOOD FOR 1 DRAFT TOKEN ENTITLEMENT EACH WEEK FOR USE IN FIFA ULTIMATE TEAM MODE (“FUT”) FOR A TOTAL OF 5 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS.  CODE MUST BE REDEEMED BY OCTOBER 16, 2016 TO RECEIVE ALL 5 DRAFT TOKENS AND WILL NO LONGER BE VALID AFTER  NOVEMBER 13, 2016. LATE CODE REDEMPTION WILL RESULT IN FORFEITURE OF PREVIOUS WEEKS’ DRAFT TOKEN ENTITLEMENT.  DRAFT TOKEN WEEKLY OFFER IS VALID FOR 7 DAYS AND MUST BE REDEEMED WITHIN THAT TIME PERIOD.  FAILURE TO LOG INTO FUT AND SELECT “MY PACK” TO REDEEM DRAFT TOKEN IN ANY GIVEN WEEK WILL RESULT IN FORFEITURE OF THAT WEEK’S OFFERING.  FIRST DRAFT TOKEN, 1 LOAN PLAYER (FOR 8 MATCHES) AND FUT KIT WILL BE ENTITLED IMMEDIATELY UPON CODE REDEMPTION.  VALID WHEREVER PRODUCT IS SOLD. OFFER MAY NOT BE SUBSTITUTED, EXCHANGED, SOLD OR REDEEMED FOR CASH OR OTHER GOODS OR SERVICES. MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER PROMOTIONAL OR DISCOUNT OFFER, UNLESS EXPRESSLY AUTHORIZED BY EA; MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY PREPAID CARD REDEEMABLE FOR THE APPLICABLE CONTENT. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED, TAXED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.  SEE FINAL PRODUCT DETAILS, EULA AND CONTENT PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY AT WWW.EA.COM/1/PRODUCT-EULAS, IF AND WHEN AVAILABLE.  INTERNET CONNECTION, EA ACCOUNT, ACCEPTANCE OF PRODUCT AND ORIGIN END USER AGREEMENTS (EULAS), EA PRIVACY AND COOKIE POLICY AND TERMS OF SERVICE; INSTALLATION OF THE ORIGIN CLIENT SOFTWARE (WWW.ORIGIN.COM/ABOUT) AND REGISTRATION WITH SERIAL CODE MAY BE REQUIRED TO PLAY. EA PRIVACY AND COOKIE POLICY AND TERMS OF SERVICE CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.EA.COM.  YOU MUST BE 13+ TO REGISTER FOR AN EA ACCOUNT.  EA MAY RETIRE ONLINE FEATURES AFTER 30 DAYS NOTICE POSTED ON WWW.EA.COM/1/SERVICE-UPDATES.

Destiny Taken King - New Challenges New Rewards and New Live Updates!

Here is a new update for Destiny Taken King which is now available!

This is a great update at no extra cost.

The Update Details as follow: 

NEW CHALLENGESNew Campaign Mission
Return to the Prison of Elders, New Taken Arena & Challenge Mode
New Strike, The Blighted Chalice
Reprised Strike, Winters Run

NEW REWARDSMax Light Level raised to 335
Updated Exotics and Legendries
Updated Faction and Prison of Elders Gear
New Chroma Gear – further customisation
New Vanity Gear Sets – including New Taken Themed Gear
New Sterling Treasure – Obtain 3 per week

NEW LIVE UPDATESUpdates to the Warlock Class
Higher Light Iron Banner & Trials of Osiris Gear
Balance & Playlist Updates
Increased Vault Space

Getting the most out of your Gaming Console - Tips and Tricks!

You’ve torn off the wrapping and now it sits before you; your new console is a wonder to behold.  You’ve read the reviews and you know what it can do.  All you want to do now is start playing, but hold on a minute, this is a device that has so many more facets than the previous generation; are you sure that you are really getting the most out of your console?

The Xbox One has been designed as more of a total entertainment system than the PS4, but they both have a swag of tips and tricks that can make using them a far more immersive experience.  Before you just play it, see what other things you can do with it.  For example:

Get free games for Xbox One.  The Xbox store has loads to download, and with many games in beta form, you get to try before you actually commit to spending a significant amount on it.  Some games need a gold account while others are completely free, but all of them are likely to give you a good idea of what you will be getting.

Use your smartphone as a keyboard on PS4.  Entering text strings has always been a bit laborious, even with a dedicated keyboard, but now you can pair your smartphone with your console using the same PSN ID number, you can use your phone to input text on the second screen option.  Just hit the keyboard icon and you are away.

Stream games to your PS Vita.  Inputting text is not the only thing that you can do with a paired PSN ID; you can stream whatever game is spinning on the PS4 to your PS Vita handheld console, so Destiny in the bath is a distinct possibility.

Show the world your best bits.  Xbox One has a wonderful side app that allows you to record and save the last thirty seconds of gameplay, so if you’ve just performed a full 720 double kickflip and Pop shove it, you just yell ‘Record it!’ at your One and save it to prove the fact to unbelieving friends.

Get your Save Games anywhere.  With an internet connection, you can access your save games from any Xbox One console, as all of them are saved to cloud storage.  That means that if you can access the cloud, you can also reach your save points, so pick up where you were round your friend’s house!

Share your feats online with PS4.  The Sony console has both Ustream and Twitch installed you can share your gaming adventures with friends over the internet.  The built-in share button allows you to either stream your gameplay on either of the platforms, or add straight from the PS4 camera.  Depending upon which game you are playing, connected viewers are also able to add commentary on your exploits.

Play your PS4 Games on Xbox One.  While it’s not an ideal situation, you can connect your PlayStation through your Xbox via the HDMI connector.  Not sure what advantages it brings but hell, it’s exciting!

 The new generation consoles have so much to offer in terms of connectivity and apps that it would take ages to cover them all.  Some aspects are better than others, but you can be sure that you will continue to be amazed for some time to come.

Get £40 OFF on these exclusive Disney Infinity 2.0 bundles - Not to be Missed!

Use this code to get £40 OFF on the latest Disney Infinity 2.0 bundles

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Check all the character and accessories - all reduced for this Friday ONLY !!!

The Elder Scrolls Online Pre-release Gift Pack

As you might know the Elder Scrolls Online PC was released on 4.4.2014 with an amazing response and huge welcome from fans. 

Here are some of what were said about it:

"Perfect sauce of awesome" - MMORPG

"Skyrim with friends and the chance to wear a crown - we're sharpening our swords already" - Official Xbox Magazine

"TESO is clearly an MMO with ambition, but first and foremost it's clearly an Elder Scrolls Game" - Strategy Informer

Anyhow, we have an Amazing Elder Scrolls Online Pre-Release Gift Box to give a way to one of our Twitter followers this week - Follow us and re-tweet for a chance to win this Timeless gift box. 

The Elder Scrolls Online Pre-Release Gift Box content: 

• A few Amazing Small Posters of the well known Logo ( For you & Friends )
• A leaflet with details of the games, story line, overview and comments
• A Grey Elder Scrolls Exclusive T-Shirt ( Large Size )
• A Preview Disc (includes Screenshots, Videos, Interactive Map and Alliance Information)
• Some Straps - (Look like bag straps, not sure what they can be used for!)
• All that in a super cool Gift Box as shown on the image below

Also, do not forget to Pre-Order Now and Receive The Explorer's Pack at Launch:

• Play in an alliance with with any of the nine races
• Scuttler vanity pet
• Exclusive treasure maps

The Elder Scrolls Online PS4 and Xbox One versions coming out in June

Preorder The Elder Scrolls Online PS4

Click here to pre-order The Elder Scrolls Online Xbox One

Tell us why you will love the Elder Scrolls online?

More pictures of the PS4 finally released (official)

Official new images of the Playstation 4 have been released by Sony

It’s Time to Face Your Destiny in Bungie’s Post Halo IP!

Bungie have revealed their follow up to the unstoppable, gaming staple Halo franchise they gracefully passed on to 343 Industries last year, with their incredible launch video below for ‘Destiny’! The universe is said to be an ever-changing one in which player characters can grow, are customizable, and endlessly level up across the expansive backdrop of planets, worlds and an on-going space age dramas.

Sony Unveil Playstation 4 at Mammoth, Game Filled Event!

It exists! It’s real! We were there! Well, almost. We were watching intently through our computer screens as just earlier this week Sony took to a New York stage, in front of packed audience of journalists, industry members and people who’d managed to smooth talk their way in, to announce the inevitable, incredible, foam-at-the-mouth excitable Playstation 4!