Neowin News Feed for: Multiplayer

YouTube Playables now have multiplayer games for the first time

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:10:01 +0000

YouTube is now testing a new multiplayer feature for a few select games on its YouTube Playables platform. Read more...

Sony delays half of its upcoming 12 live service projects to focus on quality

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 13:08:01 +0000

Six of the 12 live service games in development at Sony studios do not have a launch window anymore. The company says it is now focusing on improving their quality before sticking to a schedule. Read more...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II campaign to open early on Xbox for those who pre-order

Paul Hill — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 18:32:01 +0000

Microsoft has announced the early access dates of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II on Xbox for those who pre-order the game digitally. Both the campaign and multiplayer will have early access. Read more...

Multiplayer entirely scrapped from the next Dragon Age game according to report

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 20:24:01 +0000

EA and Bioware have removed the entire multiplayer portion of the next Dragon Age according to a new report from Bloomberg. The game will apparently be a fully single-player experience. Read more...

You can earn these Destiny 2: Trials of Osiris rewards from February 12 to 16

Asher Madan — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 21:54:02 +0000

This week, you can earn a number of powerful weapons by participating in Destiny 2's Trials of Osiris competition. You'll be able to get The Messenger after just three wins in a row. Read more...

You can earn these Destiny 2: Trials of Osiris rewards from February 5 to 9

Asher Madan — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 19:04:02 +0000

After a lengthy delay, Destiny 2's Trials of Osiris mode is in full swing. This week, you can earn a number of weapons like the coveted The Summoner auto rifle and The Scholar scout rifle. Read more...

Discuss: What if Microsoft released Halo Infinite in parts?

Usama Jawad — Sat, 17 Oct 2020 17:00:01 +0000

Microsoft's Phil Spencer has stated that the company could consider releasing Halo Infinite's campaign and multiplayer modes separately if needed. What are your thoughts on the matter? Read more...

One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows release date announced

Namerah Saud Fatmi — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 17:02:01 +0000

Japanese video game maker Bandai Namco has revealed the release date for its upcoming title based on popular anime and manga series, One Punch Man. The game hits the stores on February 28, 2020. Read more...

Closed beta announced for One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows

Namerah Saud Fatmi — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 17:16:01 +0000

The closed beta for Bandai Namco's upcoming title, One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows, goes live next month, as announced by the Japanese game developer today and is scheduled to run from Nov 1 to 4. Read more...

Cyberpunk 2077 will get multiplayer post-launch, developer confirms

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 10:10:01 +0000

Cyberpunk 2077 won't just be a single-player experience, as developer CD Projekt RED has confirmed it will be receiving multiplayer content. It won't be available at launch, however. Read more...

Bandai Namco announces One Punch Man game for Xbox One, PC, and PlayStation 4

Namerah Saud Fatmi — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 20:50:02 +0000

Popular anime title One Punch Man has been adapted into a game by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The fighting game features 3v3 battles and will be available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Read more...

Multiplayer pinball game Kabounce is still free to claim on Steam until June 24

Florin Bodnarescu — Sun, 23 Jun 2019 16:22:01 +0000

Until June 24 at 1PM ET, you can get the Stitch Heads-made title Kabounce for free on Steam. The multiplayer pinball title supports up to 4 player split screen, has a time attack mode, and more. Read more...

No Man's Sky arrives on Xbox One, full multiplayer mode now available on all platforms

Boyd Chan — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 02:26:02 +0000

After almost two years after its initial release, No Man's Sky has finally appeared on Xbox One alongside an update that rolls out a complete multiplayer experience across all supported platforms. Read more...

You get to keep Quake Champions if you download the free trial this week

Usama Jawad — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 07:08:01 +0000

In a surprise move today, Bethesda has announced a free trial for its upcoming multiplayer shooter Quake Champions. Players who download it this week get to keep it even after the trial ends. Read more...

Cyberpunk 2077 will include online elements to ensure longevity

Dreyer Smit — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 14:16:01 +0000

In a recent interview with a Polish investor site, CEO of CD Projekt expressed the developer's intent on bringing what he calls 'online elements' into the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 to ensure longevity. Read more...

@NeowinGaming: Revisiting Quake - the game that popularized online multiplayer

Usama Jawad — Sun, 13 Aug 2017 09:52:02 +0000

Quake is a series of video games that propelled eSports to the mainstream when the first title launched way back in 1996. It is fondly remembered for its online features and fully 3D environments. Read more...

A Battlegrounds purple mini-skirt has sold for nearly $500 on the Steam Marketplace

Stergios Georgopoulos — Sat, 05 Aug 2017 14:44:01 +0000

Online battle royale game PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has recently added a few paid cosmetic items as part of a microtransaction system test and the items are going for insane prices. Read more...

New study suggests men choose to work less because of video games

Dreyer Smit — Mon, 03 Jul 2017 20:38:01 +0000

A new study by the Bureau of Economic Research has suggested that young men choose to work fewer hours mainly because of video games, amongst other reasons including companies hiring fewer men. Read more...

Rocket League will die without Cross-Network multiplayer according to developer

Dreyer Smit — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:38:01 +0000

During an interview, developer Psyonix discussed the potential damage Sony could do to the industry by refusing to allow cross-console multiplayer between them and competing platforms. Read more...

Everyone can enjoy multiplayer games - and Minecraft - for free on Xbox Live this weekend

Andy Weir — Fri, 19 May 2017 17:06:01 +0000

Multiplayer gaming is usually restricted to Xbox Live Gold members - but this weekend, all Xbox owners can enjoy some online multiplayer action, and Xbox One owners can also play Minecraft for free. Read more...

Splatoon 2 for Nintendo Switch makes its debut in vibrant new video

Usama Jawad — Sat, 14 Jan 2017 09:30:01 +0000

The Inklings will be making their way to Nintendo's Switch console in the upcoming Splatoon 2, featuring new weapons, enhanced multiplayer, vivid environments, and competitive gameplay. Read more...

Touting multiplayer and dragons, Scalebound is headed to Xbox One and Windows 10 in 2017

Usama Jawad — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 19:46:01 +0000

Scalebound, a third-person action game which was initially shown off at least year's E3 was delayed to 2017. Now, a 5-minute video showcases the game which will be coming to Xbox One and Windows 10. Read more...

Bethesda announces Quake Champions in cinematic trailer

Usama Jawad — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 14:34:01 +0000

Touting multiplayer and eSports on PC, Bethesda Softworks has announced Quake Champions, promising a unique roster of characters with distinct abilities and fast arena-styled combat. Read more...

Expecting a Gears of War 4 early access beta key? It's on the way.

Chris Schroeder — Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:01 +0000

Many Gears of War fans are anxious to get a taste of the new Gears of War 4 multiplayer through the beta that kicked off yesterday. One problem: many expecting day one codes haven't gotten one yet. Read more...

Pit People is a hilariously random turn based game from the creators of Castle Crashers

Camden Krupala — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 14:01:58 +0000

Vampires, blueberries, and Electrobots oh my! Rally your friends and go on an adventure to save your world from imminent apocalyptic doom in this hilarious turn based strategy game. Read more...

'Halo 5: Guardians' has a 9GB day one update

Andy Weir — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 18:08:01 +0000

Next week, the long-awaited 'Halo 5: Guardians' will finally be released - but there will also be a day one update for the game weighing in at 9GB, bringing a range of multiplayer maps and content. Read more...

Microsoft begins rollout of March Xbox One software update

John Callaham — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 08:39:54 +0000

As promised, Microsoft has begun the rollout of its latest software update for the Xbox One, with a number of improvements and features, including better multiplayer and party support. Read more...

Xbox One to get multiplayer and party updates in March

John Callaham — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 15:40:33 +0000

Microsoft has offered more information on its plans to improve the Xbox One multiplayer and party features via a software update that will be released in early March. Read more...

Xbox One multiplayer and store services currently experiencing small service disruption [Update]

John Callaham — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 15:19:26 +0000

Some Xbox One multiplayer and online store services are currently experiencing issues in the U.S. and other parts of the world, in the first reported case of online problems with the console. Read more...

Google launches Play Games on Android devices

Vlad Dudau — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:05:09 +0000

Play Games, Google's answer to the Xbox Games Hub, has finally launched on Android devices. The service allows you to see your game progress, check on your Google+ friends and launch multiplayer games Read more...

Metro: Last Light takes away multiplayer mode

John Callaham — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 13:41:22 +0000

The upcoming first person shooter sequel Metro: Last Light won't have a multiplayer mode as previously announced so the development team can concentrate on the single player game. Read more...

Crysis 3 multiplayer trailer reveals 16-player PC support

Tim Schiesser — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 11:01:38 +0000

A new trailer for Crysis 3 has surfaced from the folks at Crytek and EA, and it shows off the beautiful CryEngine 3 alongside some of the features you can expect in the multiplayer component Read more...

StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm multiplayer beta begins

John Callaham — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:21:28 +0000

Blizzard has announced that the multiplayer beta test for its RTS expansion pack StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm has begun, but is currently limited to a very small outside audience. Read more...

Legends of Pegasus: New details and gallery

Byron Hinson — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:44:49 +0000

Kalypso Media sent over some new details on their upcoming space-strategy title "Legends of Pegasus" set for release on PC later this year. We also have a number of new screenshots taken from the game Read more...

Modern Warfare 3 PC gets free multiplayer weekend

John Callaham — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:39:02 +0000

PC gamers can check out the full multiplayer portion of Infinity Ward's recent first person shooter Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 via Steam starting today and running through the weekend. Read more...

Rumor: Next Elder Scrolls game to be an MMO title

Paul Ferson — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:01:04 +0000

Unnamed sources have supposedly leaked information about the next game in the Elder Scrolls franchise, claiming that the new title will be officially announced in May 2012. Read more...

Medal of Honor multiplayer beta set to launch on June 21 [Updated]

Joshua Seed — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:17:34 +0000

According to a listing from UK retailer Play.com, it appears that a multiplayer beta for the upcoming Medal of Honor will be kicking off on July 5. The offer states that players who pre-order a copy... Read more...

Xbox Live service for original Xbox ends today

Jonathan Downin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 13:48:01 +0000

Today marks the last day that the Xbox Live service will be available for those who are still clinging to their original Xbox consoles. Microsoft announced back in February that as of April 15, all... Read more...

Call of Duty: World at War Xbox 360 multiplayer beta

Christopher Vendemio — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:46:02 +0000

Activision has announced the launch of a multiplayer beta on the Xbox 360 for their upcoming title in the Call of Duty franchise, World at War. The beta will give gamers a chance to experience... Read more...

Bill Roper explains Hellgate: London multiplayer offerings

Todd Tanner — Thu, 10 May 2007 19:29:25 +0000

Bill Roper's letter to the community, explaining the Hellgate: London multiplayer options available - why did they go with a pay version? Read on: When we first started talking about Hellgate: London, there were a... Read more...