GameInformer

Part of the fun leading up to console unveiling is the speculation. Sources of varying credibility release tidbits of unconfirmed information, and gamers are left to guess which rumors will become fact. During Microsoft's reveal of the Xbox One, we finally got confirmation on many linger questions... More

This morning is bringing huge news on the next generation front, and we'll be discussing it during our live stream of the newest Resident Evil release. Kyle Hilliard and I will be starting from the beginning of the Capcom title, and we're looking forward to answering your questions and discussing... More

Back in February we learned a lot, but not all, about Sony's PlayStation 4 . Today we got a similar peek into Microsoft's next-generation console, the Xbox One . We still have a lot to learn come E3, including cost and system versions, but that isn't stopping us from talking about what's... More

Game Informer visited Microsoft's campus weeks ago for an early look at the next Xbox console. The day after the company explained the Xbox One, we had some follow-up questions for the console's chief product officer Marc Whitten. Game Informer's senior features editor Matt Helgeson sat down... More

With the reveal of the next-generation Xbox less than a day away, we've chosen nearly 20 games we'd like to see come back on the console. We've picked only games that were either Xbox or Xbox 360 exclusives, or those that were best known for their presence on a Microsoft console. Then we... More

As you can see in my recent review , I was pleasantly surprised with Sanctum 2 – Coffee Stain Studios' newest tower defense game with FPS mechanics. The blend between thinking ahead and in-the-moment kept me on my toes. Right now, you can get Sanctum 2 on PC and Xbox 360, so we wanted to you... More

Every game is informed by those that have come before it. Animation director Billy Harper has some stellar titles on his resume, which inspired his current work on Infamous Second Son. Starting out on Mark of Kri for the PS2 (a game seen as a pioneer in 3D game animation) and moving on to the Jak and... More

Over the course of this console generation, Sony has made finding and securing creative indie games for PlayStation 3 and Vita a growing priority. From indie-oriented programs like Pub Fund and PlayStation C.A.M.P. to Santa Monica Studio's work with developers like Thatgamecompany and Giant Sparrow... More

On the eve of what’s coming next for Microsoft and the Xbox on Tuesday, May 21 , we reflect on one of 360’s experiments: the Kinect. It’s debatable whether it was a successful or not. Finding items for this list wasn’t easy once you got past the few greatest hits, but it currently... More

As the sun begins to set on the Xbox 360 and the second generation of Xbox Live, we thought it would be good to look back at the service to see how far it's come. Achievements, avatars, gamerscore, DLC, and Netflix are all part of the evolution, but where did it all begin? In the beginning…... More

With Microsoft revealing its next system on Tuesday , the time is ripe to explore what Microsoft did right with the Xbox 360 and where it could have improved. Whether or not the new console carries on the legacies of its predecessor, it's fun to reminisce about these hits and misses as Microsoft... More

We’re on the verge of learning our first official bits of information about Microsoft’s follow-up to the Xbox 360, and it has us thinking about the company’s previous console launches. Like most launches, Microsoft has seen its share of rushed stinkers and standout gems. Take a look... More

Earlier this week, I saw Game Informer reviews editor Joe Juba jump up and do a little dance around the office. The reason? He had just read a headline stating that action drama 24 will be returning for a ninth season. Reiner and myself started talking to him about the insane adventures of Jack Bauer... More

In preparation of the next Xbox's big unveiling, we take a look at Microsoft's stable of first-party developers and what each studio is likely working on. While Microsoft hasn't released a lot of internally developed games this generation, the company has been quietly opening new studios... More

Leaving behind the fictional cities of New Marais and Empire City, Infamous Second Son will task players with liberating the streets of Seattle as the new protagonist Delsin Rowe. While Sucker Punch wanted to make it clear that this was not a 1:1 recreation of the real-world city, the game's version... More

The role-playing game genre's focus on stories has always drawn me. Having a reason to play beyond "let's get to the end" is a powerful lure. For over two decades, I've enjoyed watching characters grow to save the world. The ending credits always matter so much more with the added... More

I’m a big fan of intricate armor builds, and Kevin’s costume blew me away when I spotted it at GamesCom this past year. Even more impressive is that it marked his very first time cosplaying. I’d say you’re off to a great start, Kevin. Blood, battle damage, and probably a bit of... More

Join the Game Informer crew as we journey back into the depths of the Russian underground in Metro: Last Light, 4A's sequel to the cult-hit survival shooter, Metro 2033. We'll be starting our live stream from the beginning of game at 4PM CT, and plan to play until we lose our minds from the oppressive... More

Metro 2033 captivated players with a grueling struggle for survival in the underground subway tunnels of a post-apocalyptic Moscow. The sequel picks up Artyom's quest to save humanity, and while the difficulty has been dialed down a bit, some top-notch gunplay and stealth mechanics make it well worth... More

As an exclusive to the new system from Sony, Infamous Second Son is planning on taking advantage of the console's unique strengths. Developer Sucker Punch Productions will not only use the advanced horsepower of the PlayStation 4, but they are also hoping to further immerse players by using the touchpad... More