Destructoid unboxes the Wii U

Nintendo’s newest home console exposed with gusto! Nintendo today sent Wii U review units out to journalists, bloggers, 19th century grave robbers, and Destructoid (that is us!). As soon as the package was signed for, a camera was grabbed and a fat idiot’s hands were recorded fumbling with boxes and bits of plastic. We do not have thefirstWii U unboxing video online. We do not have theflashiest. We do, however, have the most clueless and pathetic one....

July 16, 2025 · 1 min · 106 words · Melissa Ortiz

Diablo 3’s retro Diablo anniversary event has returned in 2019

Right on time with Imperius’ addition to Heroes of the Storm While people might not have gotten a five second title card forDiablo IVat BlizzCon, which is assuredly in development,Diablois getting a few other celebrations this month. In addition toImperius’ appearance inHeroes of the Storm, who is now playable in the PTR realm, thatDiabloanniversary event that went live back in 2016 is back again. As promised Blizzard is bringing the festivities toDiablo IIIduring the month of January annually, and you can access the “Darkening of Tristram,” classicDiablocontent and “RetroVision” aesthetics and all, until January 31 at 4PM PT....

July 16, 2025 · 1 min · 153 words · Lori Poole

E3 10: Pretend to play Civilization V using these screens

Let’s all take it down a half step with some lovelyCivilization Vscreenshots. Unless my on-the-floor companions are feeling really saucy today, this may very well be the only coverage of the game you’ll be getting for this E3. Hell, you already have your mind set, and so do I: we’re going to getCiv V, and we are going to like it. These images give us some insight into the revamped HUD, which seems overwhelming at first, but most of the information presented is crucial....

July 16, 2025 · 1 min · 110 words · Jordan Davis

E3 10: Sony shows off the impressive tech behind Move

Sony invited Destuctoid to attend a small demonstration session where they showed off the technology behind their Move motion-controlled controllers. No games were shown. Instead, bits closer to tech demos showed off what designers have put together to show developers what could actually be done with this new tech. While a presentation that showed no games might sound a bit less exciting that one that showed actual games, I’m glad I was able to attend, as this showing actually got me excited for the possibilities for PlayStation Move....

July 16, 2025 · 5 min · 944 words · Dana Williams

Elite Dangerous April update brings new Beginner’s Zone, module slots and monthly activities

Packed my bags last night, pre-flight… Frontier Developments has released a slew of details pertaining to thenext update to their intergalactic sim,Elite Dangerous. Expected to release on April 23, this new update brings all sorts of new content to the ever-growing space adventure, so let’s dive right in. First up is the all-new Beginner’s Zone, which will offer brand new Commanders a selection of simpler missions, designed to help budding explorers earn their wings and understandElite Dangerous‘ features, controls, and mechanics....

July 16, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Kristen Gallegos

Fisch Colossal Squid Guide – Location, Best Rod & Bait (Roblox)

Squids are one of the more interesting sea creatures you may catch inFisch, and we’re not talking about regular-sized ones, but Colossal Squids. Being one of the rarest catches in the whole game, you’ll struggle to find them to fill the bestiary, but we’ve got your back. Here’show to catch a Colossal Squid inFischRoblox. Table of Contents How to Catch Colossal Squid in Fisch Roblox There are multiple things you’re able to min-max to catch aColossal SquidinFisch, and if you don’t, it can make your hunt a lot harder, especially if you’re still early into theprogression....

July 16, 2025 · 2 min · 391 words · Rebekah Smith DVM

For a whopping 14GB, you can now play as every party member in Final Fantasy XV

18GB on Xbox One Square Enix vowed to give us a character swap feature for months inFinal Fantasy XV, and now it’s here. With a patch that includes several bug fixes, more music, and daily timed quest, comes the ability to swap between party members. Now, you can change characters in battle, so long as you’re willing to download the 14GB patch on PS4 (18GB on Xbox One). The last major planned season pass content drop,Episode Ignis, is out tomorrow, but it’s not the end ofFinal Fantasy XV....

July 16, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Barry Evans

Fortnite Cerberus Snapshot Stage 3 quest location guide

InFortnite, Cerberus’ Snapshot can easily stump you early on, especially once you reach its third stage and go on a brief scavenger hunt for artifacts. While there are only three locations to find, the only hints you get are riddles with no map markers. Here’s how to complete stage three of Cerberus’ Snapshot. All Cerberus’ Snapchat Stage 3 quest locations inFortnite During the third stage of Cerberus’ Snapshot, you’ll find three objectives, each with a mysterious riddle:...

July 16, 2025 · 2 min · 361 words · Kimberly Sanchez

GDC: Curing caustic communities in Sins of a Dark Age

When I first started trying outLeague of LegendsandHeroes of Newerth, I was very quickly pushed away by their atrocious treatment of new players. Ironclad has stepped up to the plate in their new “commander and hero strategy game,”Sins of a Dark Age. Instead of trying to punish antisocial behavior, they want to reward the good samaritins of the community. For thisSoaDA,Ironclad will have two separate queues for play. One will people who just want to jump right into the action with a bunch of random folks....

July 16, 2025 · 1 min · 168 words · Rebecca Nunez

Gears of War invades Fortnite early in the season

Kait and Marcus are in the item shop Gears of WarinvadesFortnitethis week,with a series of quests for cosmetic rewards, as well as the arrival of Kait and Marcus on the shop. The bundle is 2000 V-Bucks, and includes both Kait and Marcus, as well as two sets of back bling, and a spray. you may also opt to get them individually for 1,500 V-Bucks. And, there’s a little bonus unlock for Marcus:...

July 16, 2025 · 2 min · 361 words · Robert Huffman

Goddess of Victory: Nikke codes (August 2025)

Updated: Jun 03, 2025 We searched for new codes! Goddess of Victory: Nikkecombines anime girls and shooting combat. The gameplay is easy—I only have to tap the screen to shoot robots. Apart from the casual combat system, the game has an exciting storyline, and you may collect Nikke girls to create an ultimate collection! If you feel annoyed by the gacha system and want more Nikke girls, useGoddess of Victory: Nikkecodes!...

July 16, 2025 · 3 min · 481 words · Ronald Fischer

Haiku, the Robot is out soon and it’s worth a look for metroidvania fans

Steam first on April 28, then Switch down the line I don’t need three lines! If I had to sum upHaiku, the Robotin a single word, I’d stick with “comfy.” This retro-style metroidvania from Mister Morris Games islaunching on April 28for Steam — with a Nintendo Switch version planned down the road — and it looks comfy, like the kind offamiliar experiencethat’ll do exactly what it needs to do. The game’s creator, Jordan Morris, just announced the PC date with a new trailer....

July 16, 2025 · 2 min · 286 words · Renee Reyes

Halfbrick: Rocket Racing announced, Blast Off on iPhone

There’s two bits of Halfbrick news for you today. First off, they’ve announced a new PSP Mini title,Rocket Racing. It looks likeR.C. Pro-Ammixed withF-Zero,which is a great thing. There’s 24 levels in Grand Prix, Challenge and Quick Race events. There’s drifting, wall boosting, and even a score-topping Party Mode. It will be released for the PSP and PS3 late this month for $4.99. We have plenty of screenshots ofRocket Racingin our gallery below....

July 16, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Dr. Francis Ochoa Jr.