Caffeinate With Samuel Adams: Daily Gaming News

Reliable leaker Okami13 has shared that this year's Call of Duty is Black Ops: Cold War. This statement has been corroborated by Eurogamer, whose sources have confirmed this information. Here are today's stories:  - The Next Call Of Duty Is Black Ops: Cold War - Report - Take-Two hits record financials, with in-game revenues up 34% - Take-Two Has 93 Games Planned by March 2025 Including Ports to New Platforms; Next-Gen Discussed - System Shock 3 developer confirms Tencent "will be taking the franchise forward" - CD Projekt is now Europe’s most valuable game company ahead of Ubisoft - Gears of War 3 on PlayStation 3 was a test, Epic says  - Here's Sony's Last of Us Part 2 limited edition PS4 Pro and controller bundle  Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/

In a cryptic message, Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida revealed that the company "will soon be announcing a strong lineup of PS5 games". This statement comes after months of speculation about an early-June reveal event for more news about Sony's upcoming flagship next generation console.  Here are today's stories:  - Sony CEO Says PS5 Games Will Be Announced 'Soon' - PlayStation Now reaches 2.2m subscribers - Mafia: Trilogy details revealed, Mafia III: Definitive Edition free upgrade for existing owners - Ubisoft Sues Apple and Google Over Mobile Rainbow Six Siege Clone - Epic Games Store Apparently Offers Partial Refunds If A Game You Bought Goes On Sale - Rainbow Six Siege prepping potential Splinter Cell crossover this August - Ownership of System Shock 3’s website has been transferred to Tencent - Red Dead Redemption is 10 years old today  - Celebrating 10 Years of Black Ops Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--F

The latest figures for US spending on video games has hit a quarterly record with $10.9B generated in the first quarter of 2020 alone.  Here are today's stories:  - US spending on video games just hit a new quarterly record - Nintendo expects “large impact” to game development due to coronavirus - BioWare only has 30-ish people working on overhauling Anthem - Valve opens 'Half-Life: Alyx' level editing tools to the community - Konami's delayed TurboGrafx-16 mini arrives in the US May 22nd - Epic Games Store ‘Mega Sale’ goes live with deals on Control, Borderlands 3, and more Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

Microsoft's Mixer remained stagnant according to Stream Element's recent report while competing platforms Twitch and Facebook Gaming grew by 101% and 238% year-over-year. This is all despite acquisitions of major streaming industry leaders like Ninja and Shroud in a bid to win the favor of Twitch and YouTube audiences.  Here are today's stories:  - As the streaming industry booms, Microsoft's Mixer remains dead in the water - Twitch unveils Safety Advisory Council to help with safety rules, work-life balance - Nintendo has officially announced Paper Mario for Switch - Evo Online event stretches across July with four open tournaments - Alan Wake comes to Game Pass for its 10th anniversary - GTA 5 free to download and keep from the Epic Games Store Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instag

Epic has teased Unreal Engine 5, a powerhouse for next-generation game development that will shape the next decade of gaming on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and more.  Here are today's stories:  - Epic Games teases its new, nearly-photorealistic Unreal Engine 5 - Fortnite will be a PS5 and Xbox Series X launch game - Epic Online Services launches, giving other games access to Fortnite-style cross-play and more - PlayStation 4 shipments top 110 million units - The Mafia series is getting a trilogy re-release  - GTA V reportedly going free on Epic Games Store Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

Geoff Keighley has announced Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2, a bundle of PlayStation 1 classics rebuilt for the PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The bundle will be launching September 4 for $39.99. Here are today's stories:  - Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 & 2 remaster coming September 4 - Sony announces new PlayStation Studios branding for its first-party PS5 games - Ghost of Tsushima PS4 State of Play Announced for This Week - Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is 30fps on Xbox Series X - Schwarzenegger is coming to 'Predator: Hunting Grounds' - 'Iron Man VR' will arrive on July 3rd Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

Ubisoft has announced Ubisoft Forward, a showcase of the publisher's upcoming titles coming to consoles and PC. This event comes in the wake of the cancellation of E3 2020, leaving a void that publishers and gaming media outlets are clamoring to fill. Here are today's stories:  - Ubisoft announces new Direct-like presentation with 'exciting reveals' -  Call of Duty studio Sledgehammer is working on multiple projects - Gravity Well is a new studio from veterans of Respawn Entertainment, building a 'smaller AAA' team - Mafia Twitter account returns with mysterious teaser - Guerrilla Collective online games festival announced, features varying studios - It’ll be years before we get any real Elder Scrolls 6 news, says Bethesda - Steam Summer Sale 2020 dates have leaked Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettych

Xbox's Aaron Greenberg has apologized for setting the wrong expectations ahead of the most recent episode of Inside Xbox.  Here are today's stories:  - Xbox’s Aaron Greenberg Says Recent Xbox Series X Showcase Was Set Up with Wrong Expectations - Assassin’s Creed Valhalla creative director on fan disappointment, “You rightfully expected to see more” - Tokyo Game Show 2020 has been canceled - Nintendo goes after Super Mario 64 PC port with copyright claims - Doom Eternal 'Mullet Slayer' skin coming for Twitch Prime users Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

Details on 13 next-gen games have been shared during an Inside Xbox event showcasing titles coming to the Xbox Series X at or shortly after its launch this fall. A follow up event is coming in July to showcase first-party titles, including the much-anticipated Halo Infinite.  Here are today's stories:  - The 13 new games announced for Xbox Series X - Assassin's Creed Valhalla Will Be Shorter and Smaller Than Odyssey to Address Bloat Criticism - Xbox Series X features 60 FPS 'standard output,' confirms Xbox's Aaron Greenberg - Breath of the Wild 2, Bayonetta 3, and Metroid Prime 4 are still coming, we just don't know when - Paris Games Week cancelled due to coronavirus  - Twitch is working on 'live and interactive' reality TV shows Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http:

The ESRB has shockingly given a Mature rating CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077, revealing details regarding the adventures fans can expect in the world of Night City.   Here are today's stories:  - Cyberpunk 2077’s ESRB rating describes customizable genitalia, possible crucifixion - The Last of Us Part II’s Story Trailer Has Arrived - THQ Nordic and Koch Media Trade IPs Including Red Faction and Risen - Twitch revamps channel pages to help streamers express themselves - The Golf Club Series Becomes PGA Tour 2K21 - An eight year old cancelled Prince of Persia game no one knew about just turned up Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

Microsoft has announced Xbox 20/20, a series of digital events showcasing Xbox Series X games and features. Starting with an event on May 7, Microsoft's summer event lineup has officially been outlined as the next-gen race heads up. Here are today's stories:  - Xbox 20/20 events will show the future of Xbox each month, Xbox Game Studios showcase coming in July - Cyberpunk 2077 Night City Wire announced for June 11, teasing more news - Skate 3 mobile and new Tony Hawk Pro Skater in the works, according to pro skater Jason Dill - Final Fantasy VII Remake's second part is 'in the current stages of planning' - Halo 2: Anniversary arrives on PC May 12th - New DiRT title to be announced by Codemasters 'very soon' - Call of Duty: Warzone hits 60M players Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram

This week's leaks of sensitive information and scenes from The Last of Us 2 were devastating for Naughty Dog, but Sony has now identified the culprits. Contrary to original reports, the culprit was not a disgruntled employee of Naughty Dog.  Here are today's stories:  - Doom Eternal's Soundtrack Controversy, Explained - PewDiePie signs exclusive live-streaming deal with YouTube - Fewer than 2% of Steam users own VR headsets, despite surge that followed Half-Life: Alyx - EA is doing its E3-but-not-E3 thing on June 11 - The Last of Us Part II Has Officially Gone Gold Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

This week's leaks of sensitive information and scenes from The Last of Us 2 were devastating for Naughty Dog, but Sony has now identified the culprits. Contrary to original reports, the culprit was not a disgruntled employee of Naughty Dog.  Here are today's stories:  - Last Of Us II Leakers Are 'Not Affiliated' With Naughty Dog, Sony Says - Geoff Keighley launches Summer Game Fest to capture gaming’s biggest unveils - Xbox Series X release still on track despite pandemic says Xbox head - Evo 2020 is canceled, but organizers are planning an online event - Call of Duty Endowment to Add New ‘Fearless’ Pack to Modern Warfare and Warzone For National Military Appreciation Month - The original Star Wars Battlefront just got official online multiplayer support on Steam  Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/pret

Ubisoft has revealed a cinematic trailer for Assassin's Creed Valhalla, their next foray into the legendary franchise. While the first gameplay trailer is slated for release next week, Ubisoft has revealed that Valhalla will be launching on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Google Staida, and PC. Here are today's stories:  - Assassin’s Creed Valhalla coming this holiday, watch the first trailer - Assassin's Creed Valhalla supports Xbox Smart Delivery on Xbox Series X - First look at Xbox Series X games to be shown on Inside Xbox May 7, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla included - Battlefield Returns In 2021 For PS5 And Xbox Series X - No Nintendo Direct planned for June due to work-from-home hurdles - GDC Summer is going fully digital Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.co

Ubisoft has announced Assassin's Creed Valhalla, the newest entry in the beloved Assassin's Creed franchise. An 8-hour art stream showcased BossLogic, a noted artist, creating the first art for the upcoming title with more information coming in a full reveal tomorrow.  Here are today's stories:  - Assassin's Creed Valhalla name and location revealed  - Xbox Game Pass has over 10 million users, Xbox Live clocks 90 million - Fortnite's leaked Party Mode invites you to leave weapons behind - The Last of Us 2 Will Gobble Up At Least 100GB of PS4 Hard Drive Space - CoD Update Will Let You Report Warzone & Modern Warfare Cheaters With The Killcam Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch

Google's Stadia Connect revealed what's coming to their cloud-based gaming platform over the course of the next few months, including  Here are today's stories:  - EA bringing Madden, FIFA, and Star Wars games to Google Stadia - PUBG Surprise Launches On Google Stadia With New Pioneer Edition - Xbox's 'Project xCloud' starts rolling out to testers in Western Europe - Faze Clan launches new studio for original film and TV projects - Nintendo to close 3DS and Wii U eShop in 42 countries - Valorant’s ranked mode will go live once its new patch is stable - Bohemia Interactive shuts down DayZ studio - New Games with Gold for May 2020 Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/sa

In the midst of crippling story leaks hitting the internet, Naughty Dog and Sucker Punch have announced new summer release dates for The Last of Us Part 2 and Ghost of Tsushima, launching on June 19 and July 17 respectively. Here are today's stories:  - The Last of Us Part 2, Ghost of Tsushima Get New Summer Release Dates - The Last of Us 2 Leak Leaves Director 'Heartbroken' - A Patent for Sony’s ‘Spoiler Block Service’ Has Emerged Online  - PlayStation Plus Games for May Leaked Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

According to VGC, a trilogy of Horizon games is planned between Guerilla and PlayStation following the success of 2017's PS4 console exclusive Horizon Zero Dawn. Here are today's stories:  - Guerrilla is planning a Horizon Zero Dawn trilogy - Google to reveal new games during Stadia Connect on YouTube next week  - Nintendo confirms up to 160,000 accounts accessed in huge privacy breach  - Uncharted Movie Release Date Pushed Up to July 2021 - Travis Scott's 'Fortnite' concert drew 12.3 million concurrent viewers - Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 is free for keeps on Steam Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

The best-selling game of this console generation, Grand Theft Auto 5, is leaving Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass service. The good news? Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption 2 is coming on May 7 to take its place.  Here are today's stories:  - Red Dead Redemption 2 replacing GTA 5 on Xbox Game Pass  - Horizon Zero Dawn studio is hiring for another open-world game - Riot Games to open new studio in Singapore - DICE to move on from Battlefield 5 after summer update  - Xbox owners donate 'hundreds of thousands of dollars' to fight coronavirus - Even Elijah Wood needs Twitter’s help to sell his Animal Crossing turnips Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams

A new Xbox Series X logo has been revealed thanks to a trademark from Microsoft filed earlier this week. While the use of this new trademark is unclear, many are speculating this format hints at multiple Skus of the next-generation console. Here are today's stories:  - Here's the Xbox Series X logo  - Former PS5 Engineer Suggests Sony Have More To Show Regarding The Console - Rumor: Huge PS5 Exclusive Leaked Ahead of Reveal - Rumour: Watch Dogs Legion Will Be a PS5 Launch Game - Next 'Far Cry' game may see legendary villain Vaas return - PSA: Don’t Play Counter-Strike Or Team Fortress 2 Right Now Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!  Twitter: http://twitter.com/prettychillguy  Instagram: http://instagram.com/samueladamsmedia  YouTube: http://youtube.com/samueladamsmedia Twitch: http://twitch.tv/samueladams