Thursday, April 28, 2016

"Fallout 4": mods now available for console and not just for PC
From the beginning of June will finally come for the console versions of "Fallout 4" mods. Hobbyists can then get started on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Keep Modderei for "Fallout 4" on the consoles can as announced really start on June 4, and the Bethesda Creation Kit must be running on all platforms - what should happen soon. In an open previous version is the official program that can create the Mods, initially made to PC gamers accessible - but this is not all, as Gamerant reports. While it might be minor limitations, because there are technical differences between PC and console, but most mods should work in both worlds. Already there are way many mods for "Fallout 4" that were created with other tools - such as one with a lightsaber.



  • Per Console Mods own with quests and dialog

Bethesda has published on the subject, a video in which the functions of the new Mod Tools New Creation kits are "Fallout 4" presented. In this video it is clear that from now on any Wasteland adventurers will be able to create their own quests, dialogues, clothing and environments. In addition there will be a gallery in the game, in which you can work through all available mods. There you can also evaluate the modifications and create about bookmarks.

Who wants to join as gamers of "Fallout 4" in the open beta of the Creation Kit, you need to in any case, the current version of "Fallout 4". And then you have to take some steps in Steam:


  1. Join Steam
  2. Right click on "Fallout 4" in the library
  3. Select properties
  4. Select betas
  5. Select the Beta menu and click OK
  6. Wait a few minutes until the update of "Fallout 4" by is
  7. Everything worked, "Fallout 4" will appear with the additional [beta] in the library


At the moment is not yet clear how the Creation Kit will hit on consoles. Manufacturer Bethesda
warns therefore in his blog before that was "still much to do". The mods are likely to give new impetus to the apocalyptic RPG in any case. And the painted Quests can also reinstall.

Monday, April 11, 2016

Microsoft: "We are ready for Xbox One PS4 Cross-Play!"
The technology is ready, now it's up to the developers, games for cross-play between Xbox One and PlayStation 4 adapt - as an Xbox coordinator. First cross-platform game for the Microsoft and Sony consoles is currently "Rocket League" in work.


now has to tighten Sony
Microsoft is ready for Cross Play, now has to tighten Sony.
About a month ago Microsoft saw with the news sensation, his Xbox One network open to other platforms - and not only for Windows 10, but also for the PS4 console of the great competitor Sony. According to the European head of ID @ Xbox, Agostino Simonetta, the Xbox One is now ready for the announced cross-play feature. The betrayed the Microsoft managers interviewed by Euro Gamer. "We are ready," Simonetta said, "Rocket League is the first game -. And it is very network oriented"

Microsoft opens the Xbox One for network Cross-Play
The technique of the Microsoft console is thus already prepared for cross-play with other networks. Speaking of Xbox managers now encouraged all game developers to take advantage of this new feature and games adapted accordingly. Microsoft also invited all other networks you to connect to Xbox Live, including the PlayStation Network. When asked whether competitor Sony has responded to this offer, Agostino Simonetta gave way, however: "We can only say. We are ready, we have done our part and we welcome everyone who wants to participate."

Because Microsoft wants to exercise neither developers nor on other networks providers pressure Xbox managers could not give any information about when the cross-play between Xbox One and PS4 will be possible for the first time. Even on a possible release date of "Rocket League", he did not comment.

Monday, April 4, 2016

A PS4K Chains: Microsoft Xbox One issued upgrade rejection

Sony will very likely spendieren its PS4 upgrade in the form of a Playstation 4K, Microsoft with its Xbox One will however do not follow suit. Xbox boss Spencer issued a "Xbox One and a half" now a clear rejection.

Xbox One

At Sony's ambitions, the PS4 to spendieren an extensive hardware upgrade and make it fit for 4K, hardly in doubt. Who hoped contrast to a similar strategy when competitors Microsoft and its Xbox One, however, will be disappointed. Xbox boss Phil Spencer gave this kind mind games now clearly rejected, reports GameSpot. After Microsoft's developer conference Build 2016 Spencer said in a round with various media representatives also about the possible Playstation 4.5.


Phil Spencer not a fan of "Xbox One and a half"

When asked about a potential Xbox upgrade in the form of an Xbox 1.5 made of Microsoft executives quite clear what he thought of it: "I am not a big fan of Xbox One and a half". Going forward will the Xbox only "in large numbers," said Spencer. However, he himself had no further information about a possible upgrade of the PS4, stressed the Americans. For its own console he finds as expected only positive words. The Xbox One hit very well, the performance is also not objectionable - and the server would perform reliably.

Anyone who wants to enjoy in crisp 4K resolution in the near future on a stationary home console content can probably currently only hope for the Playstation 4K. Rumor has it to be like the current PS4 twice as strong. could Unveiling Sony the PS4K in October.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

"Call of Duty: Ghosts 2": bonuses for Xbox One pre-orders

Xbox One owners who the new "Call of Duty: Ghosts 2" this year preorder before the release, is apparently can look forward to special bonuses: the old parts "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" and "Modern Warfare 2" of the Xbox 360 console.


The Xbox One is backward compatible with old Xbox 360 games quite some time now. For pre-
Call of Duty: Ghosts
orders that the next "Call of Duty: Ghosts 2" order before the release in the fall of 2016, might this particularly worthwhile. How The Tech Game reported that pre-order the Xbox One version obtained namely the old games "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" (2007) and "Modern Warfare 2" (2009) of the Xbox 360 in a newly launched variant.

"Call of Duty: Ghosts 2": shepherd Riley again with this

Other publishers have recently been used with similar offers backward compatibility of the Xbox One. So were buyers of "Fallout 4" the predecessor "Fallout 3" free to the next exclusive title "Quantum Break" "Alan Wake" is included. 2016 Infinity Ward again with a new "Call of Duty" part of the series - the same developers of the well "Modern Warfare 1" and "Modern Warfare 2" comes.

Rumor last already that 2016 "Call of Duty: Ghosts 2" to appear as a successor to the first of the 2013. Although many details are not known yet, but supposedly the Shepherd Riley celebrate as a playable character a comeback. The release is planned for November 2016th

Thursday, March 24, 2016

Xbox One gets March Update: All features at a glance

Microsoft rolls out the big March update for the Xbox One. Once again, there are many new features. So it's finally possible to buy Xbox 360 games in the official store as download version for the Xbox One.

Xbox One.

The Xbox One gets the next big system update. Since Wednesday Microsoft rolls out the update with many new features. Again gets the console thereby donated several new features, such as Xbox spokesman Larry Hyrb announced on his blog. So it should finally be possible after the update, and Xbox 360 games to buy a download version in the official store and download.

Larger party chats with Twitch streaming

In addition, it is now possible party chats with up to 16 people to organize and to integrate them into Twitch streams. In addition, users can add to a twitch transmission to Windows 10 PCs. For the first time, gamers can also decide whether they want to spend the voice chat through headphones, speakers, or both simultaneously. The option for this is located under "Settings> Display & Sound> Volume".

Adjust the length of game clips

The Xbox One automatically records the last 30 seconds of the current game and allows the player to view these again to store or stream directly. With the new update, this time can now be changed individually. So users have the option between 15, 30, 45, 60, 180 and 300 seconds to choose. The setting can be found under "Settings> Preferences> Game DVR & Streaming".

Other new features at a glance

Those who wanted to pursue his Achivements, had to switch to the appropriate app to date always. With the update it now should be possible from the OneGuide out. In addition, it allows Microsoft now play videos directly in the activity feed. In the Xbox Accessories App for Windows 10 users now also have to keep track of firmware status, battery status and other details of their connected Xbox One controller. On top there is a firmware update for the Elite Controller, which enables even better fine adjustment of the analog sticks.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Microsoft opens Xbox One for cross-play with PS4 and Windows
Microsoft opens its Xbox One network for players on other platforms such as PS4 and Windows 10. The Group encourages developers to incorporate cross-play in their titles. Currently, Microsoft has been a game in the pipeline, the Cross-Play could: "Rocket League".
Microsoft opens Xbox One for cross-play with PS4 and Windows

With the announcement that "Rocket League" is can be played not only on the Xbox One, but also runs under Windows 10, Microsoft has provided a surprise. But even more exciting is the announcement that the Xbox Live network will be open to other platforms such as the Sony PS4 future, writes ID @ Xbox boss Chris Carla on Xbox Wire. It is already clear that PC owners with Windows 10 can access it. That, however, be eligible to play also users of the PS4, is a minor sensation. Microsoft equips its Xbox One and Xbox Live network so basically a cross-play function. The PS4 is thereby not explicitly mentioned, but is meant almost certainly when Microsoft in its release of "other online multiplayer networks" speaks.

Now other games providers have to follow suit
Of course, other vendors such as Sony have to respond to the PlayStation Network or Electronic Arts Origin now. By announcing Microsoft but the pressure in the industry in this regard is increased massively. The task now is that more developers incorporate the necessary features into their games. Microsoft will provide the necessary tools to soon. Same goes an invitation to other networks, this possibility is also granted.

With the bold move Microsoft one end of the console war could be begun. But there is currently much more games are sold for the PS4, the announcement is not without risks for Microsoft, because the lack of exclusivity of certain title could have a negative impact on the sales of their own games.