Steep: Closed Alpha Sign Ups Begin

Ubisoft is now accepting multiplatform applications for closed alpha testing for Steep. Closed alpha testing is scheduled to begin soon for all 3 platforms, PC, Playstation 4 and XBox One.

Razer Releases DeathAdder Elite Gaming Mouse

Razer has released the latest in its line of gaming peripherals, the Razer DeathAdder Elite mouse. According to the company, the new mouse features the best optical sensor that gives fast, sensitive, accurate ability to gamers.

Relive PlayStation Memories

Sony is celebrating the 21st European anniversary of the release of the original PlayStation console. To honor the occasion, a curated video from a couple of years ago shows off some of the best PlayStation highlights from years gone by.

Twitch Prime Joins Amazon Prime Line Up

During this weekend’s Twitchcon, Amazon announced “Twitch Prime”, now a part of the overall Amazon Prime offerings. Amazon Prime runs $99 per year and includes access to millions of tunes, movies, TV shows, eBooks, free shipping and more. With Twitch Prime, users will receive free in-game items such as Tyrande Whisperwind in Hearthstone and many others.

Game On #88: F2P to Blame for the Problems in the Industry?

This week on Game On, Chris and Brax look back at the doom and gloom predictions made by players and pundits before free to play came to the fore. How true were they? They also wish Chris Metzen a happy retirement, break down Marvel Heroes’ and The Division’s game changing updates, discuss Fallout 4 Far Harbor and Nuka World, and Divinity: Original Sin 2.

Amazon Games’ Crucible is a Last Man Standing with a Twist

During Twitch’s Amazon Game Studios’ Unboxing event, the third game we saw unveiled was Crucible. Crucible is a battle to the last survivor on a hostile alien world. Players choose and customize heroes, making alliances and betraying allies on their path to victory. An additional player heightens the drama by triggering events, live-streaming the battles, and interacting with viewers.

Hybrid Wars Released on Steam & GoG

Wargaming has sent word that its top-down shooter is now available on both GoG and Steam. Players can grab a Standard Edition for $17.99 or the Deluxe Edition for $19.99, each with the base game and other in-game items.