Riot Games said Valorant is being prototyped for consoles but that this doesn't necessarily mean the game is coming to consoles. Valorant was released on PC on June 2 and already, its popularity has fans wondering about the game's current exclusivity to PC and whether or not the 5v5 tactical shooter will ever come to consoles. Valorant Executive Producer Anna Donlon answered this by saying that a console version of the game is currently being prototyped. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=gameplay-screenshots-of-valorant-closed-beta&captions=true"] "We are definitely prototyping that right now," Donlon said in an interview with GameSpot. "But there's a way to play this game and there's a way to experience this game that we're not entirely sure translates completely to console play." Donlon said the core of Valorant is the game's "strong level of competitive integrity" and that the team doesn't want players to feel the effects of unfair advantages from the platform the game is played on. Players would need to feel the same Valorant "experience" no matter what console they're on, according to Donlon. "If we feel like we can deliver this experience on those platforms, we absolutely will," Donlon said. "But we really want Valorant to stand for a certain type of gameplay and a certain type of experience. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/02/valorant-riots-gameplay-explainer"] Donlon said if Riot Games needs to "compromise" on any facet of the game to make it work on consoles, the console version just won't happen. "It's not a no, for sure, but it definitely wasn't the focus out of the gate," Donlon said. "If we're to do it, it'll definitely be delayed." If you're playing Valorant on PC, be sure to check out our guide on the best Valorant map callouts and the patch notes for the game's 1.0 update. Read about how cheaters banned during the Valorant beta are still banned even after the game's full release. If you haven't given the free-to-play game a go yet, read about what you can expect in our Valorant review in progress. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes. 

Riot Games said Valorant is being prototyped for consoles but that this doesn't necessarily mean the game is coming to consoles. Valorant was released on PC on June 2 and already, its popularity has fans wondering about the game's current exclusivity to PC and whether or not the 5v5 tactical shooter will ever come to consoles. Valorant Executive Producer Anna Donlon answered this by saying that a console version of the game is currently being prototyped. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=gameplay-screenshots-of-valorant-closed-beta&captions=true"] "We are definitely prototyping that right now," Donlon said in an interview with GameSpot. "But there's a way to play this game and there's a way to experience this game that we're not entirely sure translates completely to console play." Donlon said the core of Valorant is the game's "strong level of competitive integrity" and that the team doesn't want players to feel the effects of unfair advantages from the platform the game is played on. Players would need to feel the same Valorant "experience" no matter what console they're on, according to Donlon. "If we feel like we can deliver this experience on those platforms, we absolutely will," Donlon said. "But we really want Valorant to stand for a certain type of gameplay and a certain type of experience. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/02/valorant-riots-gameplay-explainer"] Donlon said if Riot Games needs to "compromise" on any facet of the game to make it work on consoles, the console version just won't happen. "It's not a no, for sure, but it definitely wasn't the focus out of the gate," Donlon said. "If we're to do it, it'll definitely be delayed." If you're playing Valorant on PC, be sure to check out our guide on the best Valorant map callouts and the patch notes for the game's 1.0 update. Read about how cheaters banned during the Valorant beta are still banned even after the game's full release. If you haven't given the free-to-play game a go yet, read about what you can expect in our Valorant review in progress. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes. 

Netflix's The Witcher season 2 could resume filming soon, as production studios in the UK are starting to open their doors again. Deadline reports that Arborfield Studios, which was one of the first production studios to shut down in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, is preparing to reopen for business in the coming weeks. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/27/the-witcher-season-1-review"] Arborfield Studios' managing director Bob Terry confirmed that work is "underway to reopen the site," as the UK government recently approved a new mandate of safety protocols in relation to film and television productions, outlining rules around physical distancing, safety training, and temperature tests. The Guardian notes that these new guidelines, compiled by the British Film Commission and the British Film Institute, will enable some film and television shoots to take their first steps back into production. However, it will be up to each individual production to decide how, and when, to restart filming; Netflix has not given any official word on its position as of yet. "This is a green light that signals that the UK is open for business again for film and high-end TV production," an industry source told the outlet. "Many productions have to get up and running again in the next two months or they won't get made this year as they rely on summer weather and conditions." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=every-delayed-movie-due-to-coronavirus-so-far&captions=true"] The Witcher season 2 suspended its production in London back in March, as Netflix paused filming on all of its films and TV shows in the US and Canada, including Stranger Things, which was shooting its fourth season before the unscheduled interruption. The Witcher season 2 is currently expected to premiere in 2021. For more on the fantasy series, check out our cast rundown of all the new characters appearing in season 2, discover all about the new fantasy elements being introduced in future episodes, and find out why Netflix ultimately decided to adapt the books and not the games. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Adele Ankers is a Freelance Entertainment Journalist. You can reach her on Twitter.

Netflix's The Witcher season 2 could resume filming soon, as production studios in the UK are starting to open their doors again. Deadline reports that Arborfield Studios, which was one of the first production studios to shut down in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, is preparing to reopen for business in the coming weeks. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/27/the-witcher-season-1-review"] Arborfield Studios' managing director Bob Terry confirmed that work is "underway to reopen the site," as the UK government recently approved a new mandate of safety protocols in relation to film and television productions, outlining rules around physical distancing, safety training, and temperature tests. The Guardian notes that these new guidelines, compiled by the British Film Commission and the British Film Institute, will enable some film and television shoots to take their first steps back into production. However, it will be up to each individual production to decide how, and when, to restart filming; Netflix has not given any official word on its position as of yet. "This is a green light that signals that the UK is open for business again for film and high-end TV production," an industry source told the outlet. "Many productions have to get up and running again in the next two months or they won't get made this year as they rely on summer weather and conditions." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=every-delayed-movie-due-to-coronavirus-so-far&captions=true"] The Witcher season 2 suspended its production in London back in March, as Netflix paused filming on all of its films and TV shows in the US and Canada, including Stranger Things, which was shooting its fourth season before the unscheduled interruption. The Witcher season 2 is currently expected to premiere in 2021. For more on the fantasy series, check out our cast rundown of all the new characters appearing in season 2, discover all about the new fantasy elements being introduced in future episodes, and find out why Netflix ultimately decided to adapt the books and not the games. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Adele Ankers is a Freelance Entertainment Journalist. You can reach her on Twitter.

In response to the global protests following the death of George Floyd, many games, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and NBA 2K20, have added in-game Black Lives Matter tributes. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, after delaying Modern Warfare, Warzone, and Call of Duty: Mobile's upcoming seasons and committing to ban racist names from its online modes, has added an update that prompts a Black Lives Matter message to each and every Modern Warfare player as they log on. The message reads "Black Lives Matter. Our community is hurting. The systemic inequalities our community experiences are once again center stage. Call of Duty and Infinity Ward stand for equality and inclusion. We stand against the racism and injustice our Black community enures. Until change happens and Black Lives Matter, we will never truly be the community we strive to be." As reported by Kotaku, NBA 2K20 has also chosen to use its platform for Black Lives Matter and is giving away three free shirts for players to wear on their in-game avatars. These shirts say "Black Lives Matter," "I Can't Breathe," and "Say Their Names." [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="800"] Image Credit: Kotaku[/caption] In addition, a message pops up in-game saying "In Memoriam - George Floyd, Black Lives Matter #BLM." In the neighborhood hub world section of NBA 2K20, many players wore the free shirts and protested in-game, all while large "Black Lives Matter" posters adorned the surrounding buildings. [caption id="attachment_236080" align="aligncenter" width="720"] Image Credit: @FlyWithoutWings[/caption] The in-game tributes accompany the many companies around the world spreading the Black Lives Matter message and stepping back to allow for important voices to be heard. In a mission to not take over this important conversation, Sony delayed its PlayStation 5 reveal event, Fortnite delayed Chapter 2 Season 3, Rockstar shut down GTA Online and Red Dead Online for 2 hours, and the Cyberpunk 2077 news broadcast, Night City Wire, was delayed from June 11 to June 25. IGN stands in solidarity with the black community, and condemns racism. We encourage those reading to donate to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and support the fight for racial justice. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN who can't say this loudly enough - Black Lives Matter.. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

In response to the global protests following the death of George Floyd, many games, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and NBA 2K20, have added in-game Black Lives Matter tributes. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, after delaying Modern Warfare, Warzone, and Call of Duty: Mobile's upcoming seasons and committing to ban racist names from its online modes, has added an update that prompts a Black Lives Matter message to each and every Modern Warfare player as they log on. The message reads "Black Lives Matter. Our community is hurting. The systemic inequalities our community experiences are once again center stage. Call of Duty and Infinity Ward stand for equality and inclusion. We stand against the racism and injustice our Black community enures. Until change happens and Black Lives Matter, we will never truly be the community we strive to be." As reported by Kotaku, NBA 2K20 has also chosen to use its platform for Black Lives Matter and is giving away three free shirts for players to wear on their in-game avatars. These shirts say "Black Lives Matter," "I Can't Breathe," and "Say Their Names." [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="800"] Image Credit: Kotaku[/caption] In addition, a message pops up in-game saying "In Memoriam - George Floyd, Black Lives Matter #BLM." In the neighborhood hub world section of NBA 2K20, many players wore the free shirts and protested in-game, all while large "Black Lives Matter" posters adorned the surrounding buildings. [caption id="attachment_236080" align="aligncenter" width="720"] Image Credit: @FlyWithoutWings[/caption] The in-game tributes accompany the many companies around the world spreading the Black Lives Matter message and stepping back to allow for important voices to be heard. In a mission to not take over this important conversation, Sony delayed its PlayStation 5 reveal event, Fortnite delayed Chapter 2 Season 3, Rockstar shut down GTA Online and Red Dead Online for 2 hours, and the Cyberpunk 2077 news broadcast, Night City Wire, was delayed from June 11 to June 25. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN who can't say this loudly enough - Black Lives Matter.. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Update: The console is sold out at Walmart and GameStop, but it's still available at Amazon without the $100 discount. Big summer deals for gaming are just kicking off, and you can now order the highly anticipated Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition Xbox One X console. Not only that but the console will only cost $299 for a limited time during the Xbox Deals Unlocked sale, running from June 5 - 15. This is likely to be a hot item, especially with that $100 discount, so don't miss out if you've been eagerly waiting for the last ever special edition Xbox One X to be released. Right now only Walmart has the console up and ready to order, but this is likely to change as the day goes on, and we'll be updating this page with all the current listings. [poilib element="commerceCta" json="%7B%22image%22%3A%7B%22url%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Fassets1.ignimgs.com%2F2020%2F06%2F05%2Fcyberpunk-xbox-one-x-bundle1591364686949.jpg%22%2C%22styleUrl%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Fassets1.ignimgs.com%2F2020%2F06%2F05%2Fcyberpunk-xbox-one-x-bundle1591364686949_%7Bsize%7D.jpg%22%2C%22id%22%3A%225eda4c55e4b0441c3b0c8792%22%7D%2C%22url%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Fr.zdbb.net%2Fu%2Fbw1d%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Xbox%20One%20X%20Cyberpunk%202077%20Limited%20Edition%20Bundle%22%2C%22store%22%3A%22Amazon%22%2C%22additionalInfo%22%3A%22%22%2C%22ourPick%22%3Afalse%7D"]

• Get it at Amazon - $399
• Get it at Walmart - $299 (SOLD OUT)
• Get it at GameStop - $299 (SOLD OUT)

We can now also be certain what the console will come with, as listed on its retailer description, we can expect the console, controller, a full copy of Cyberpunk 2077 on September 17, and "the first expansion will be delivered directly to the console upon release." A free expansion is definitely worth taking note of. If you break this down, you're getting an special edition Xbox One X console, unique controller, the full Cyberpunk 2077 game, and the first expansion, all for just $299. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=xbox-one-x-cyberpunk-2077-limited-edition-bundle-screenshots&captions=true"] The console features custom panels that look straight out of the game's futuristic setting, alongside an ominous glow in the dark message on the console that reads "No Future," which matches up quite nicely with the previously see Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox controller. The controller features Johnny Silverhand’s black and silver color scheme, along with touches of red.

Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox One Controller

• Get it at Adorama - $69.99
• Also at Microsoft Store - $74.99
• Also at Amazon - $74.99 (temporarily out of stock)

The controller's design is based on Johnny Silverhand, a musician character in the game played by Keanu Reeves. To complete the package, a matching charging stand is also available now. Microsoft has confirmed that Xbox One controllers will be compatible with Xbox Series X.

Other Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox One Accessories

Don't see the deals below? Click here. [poilib element="commerceDeal" parameters="slug=cyberpunk-2077-xbox-one-accessories"] Two other Cyberpunk 2077-themed accessories are also available: a 2TB external hard drive from Seagate is set for a June release, and an Arctis 1 Wireless headset for Xbox One is available now. See our SteelSeries Arctis Gaming Headset review to see what we thought of it. Cyberpunk 2077 is being developed by CD Projekt Red, the same company that made The Witcher series. It's an open-world game set in the futuristic Night City, where people regularly install cybernetic enhancements on their bodies. The game will be available in a variety of editions; you can find full details in our Cyberpunk 2077 preorder guide. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Robert Anderson is a Commerce Writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @robertliam21 [widget path="ign/modules/recirc" parameters="title=&type=articles%2Cvideos&tags=us-shopping&count=3&columnCount=3&theme=article"]  

The Pokemon Company has released its first "Poketoon" animation, a new short in the style of the classic Looney Tunes cartoons. The Pokemon Kids TV YouTube channel recently posted the four-minute animated short that follows the slapstick escapades of Scraggy and Mimikyu in a humourous episode titled "Chase the Beans." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=poketoon-the-pokemon-cartoon-animation&captions=true"] The cartoon opens with its title set against a backdrop of coloured circles, similar to those used in the introduction of the Warner Bros. animated cartoon series, though the rings resemble a Pokeball in this special mash-up episode. The short story sees Scraggy on the hunt for food as he follows a trail of beans onto a train where he encounters the playful Mimikyu, who immediately interrupts his search for snacks and causes chaos in every single frame. The colourful title cards reveal that Taku Inoue directed the animation alongside Yoshiyuki Koie who served as the producer. It features animations by Miyako Makio, Ryousuke Senbo, Shinichi Suzuki, and Shuya Yoshisato. Tsutomu Ikeda animated the backgrounds and Kei Tsuda created the music for the lively animation that features no dialogue throughout. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/09/17/ash-ketchum-becomes-a-pokemon-league-champion-ign-now"] The short animation might help to fill the Pokeball-sized hole left behind by the Pokémon Anime TV series, which has been temporarily put on hold due to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The latest season premiered in Japan with a one-hour special in November of last year. The new episodes follow Ash, Pikachu and new companion, Gou, on their globetrotting adventures from the Kanto to the Galar region, the setting of the Pokémon Sword and Shield games. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Adele Ankers is a Freelance Entertainment Journalist. You can reach her on Twitter.