Microsoft Expands Digital Game Gifting Options on Xbox, PC
Microsoft has announced that all digital Xbox One games can now be gifted to others, along with bringing the feature to PC.
Select titles were part of the digital Xbox One game gifting rollout late last year, but now all games are included. In addition, the Microsoft Store for PC now offers this same feature for games and DLC.
However, Microsoft did note on Xbox Wire that Xbox 360 and original Xbox games are not possible to gift. So you won't be able to give someone Jade Empire or Knights of the Old Republic 2.
22 Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know About the MCU
The Marvel Cinematic Universe now has 22 movies under its belt after Avengers: Endgame. With every movie comes a unique story that blends with the others, but what also comes with it are pages and pages of fun trivia, Easter eggs, and facts about how each movie was made, as well as fun nods that the directors inserted into the movies. We’ve combed through countless pieces of trivia to bring you what we thought the best one was for every single movie in the MCU.
Of course, if you’re not completely caught up with all 22 movies, there might be some SPOILERS ahead, so be warned.
For more on Avengers, read our Endgame review, learn about the post-credits scene in Endgame, our biggest WTF questions, check out our helper on the movie's most complicated part, find out who that mystery character was, or let us explain the Endgame ending for you!
Thanos Gets Buffed in Fortnite – a Day After His Nerf
Epic Games has imbued Thanos with the power he deserves in the latest Fortnite Limited Time mode update, following negative feedback on the nerf.
The Avengers: Infinity War/ Fortnite Limited Time mode crossover kicked off earlier this week, and a day later Thanos was nerfed. Epic said it would monitor feedback and there was a great deal of it, with most players disappointed by the tweak, and Epic has taken the feedback on board.
Minecraft Cross-Platform-Play Coming to Switch in June
Minecraft on Switch is getting cross-platform play, Nintendo Online support, and access to the Minecraft Marketplace.
Minecraft Bedrock Edition will contain all of the released DLC to date and will get a retail release in stores next month. The title will support cross-platform play and the Nintendo Switch Online paid subscription service when it launches in September.
Sony hasn't changed its stance on cross-platform play, so Switch players won't be able to play with their buddies on PlayStation 4.
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IGN UK Podcast #434: Late for a Prawn
Gav's been hanging out with dinosaurs in Cambridge. Bit far-fetched, etc., etc. Krupa's been goggling at the new Predator trailer. And Simon, well, Simon's fuming about something...
We also open some football stickers, because it works brilliantly on a podcast, and of course, there's a stellar Keyword Countdown to keep you amused.
As always, drop an email with your thoughts, or indeed anything, to: ign_ukfeedback@ign.com
IGN UK Podcast #434: Late for a Prawn
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This Is When Jon Favreau’s Star Wars TV Series Will Take Place
Actor and director Jon Favreau has confirmed that Disney’s upcoming live-action Star Wars TV show will be set seven years after Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and will feature new characters. Favreau will be writing for the show and will serve as executive producer.
Favreau revealed the news via a new interview with Nerdist, via comicbook.com, ahead of the premiere of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Favreau features in Solo voicing a four-armed alien pilot called Rio Durant.
.@Jon_Favreau just confirmed to @DanCasey that his #StarWars show will feature new characters set 7 years after Return of the Jedi. #starwars #SoloAStarWarsStory @nerdist pic.twitter.com/mSAFLQjYue
Solo: First Reactions Twitter Roundup
Solo: A Star Wars Story had its world premiere in Los Angeles this evening, and as per usual, attendees were allowed to share their initial thoughts on the film on social media following the screening.
IGN's Jim Vejvoda said that Solo was fun, and Star Wars will be absolutely fine:
IGN's Tom Jorgensen said that does right by Harrison Ford:
The Predator Trailer Breakdown
The first teaser trailer for the return of the Predator -- called, fittingly enough, The Predator -- was just released. Directed by Shane Black, and apparently shifting the titular alien back squarely into the realm of full-on villain, the film looks to be returning the Predator to his/its roots in many ways.
If you haven't seen the teaser yet, check it out here:
We've highlighted our favorite Easter eggs, references and hints from the trailer in the slideshow below, but check out our video at the top of the page for a full breakdown as well.
What did you spot in The Predator trailer that we didn't mention here? Let's discuss it in the comments...
Nintendo Switch Online, Future of Virtual Console, Alleged E3 Leaks, and more! – NVC Ep. 407
Weeelcooome to episode 407 of our weekly Nintendo show and podcast, Nintendo Voice Chat. This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on Nintendo Switch Online and what it could mean for the future of Virtual Console!
As always, you can watch NVC here on IGN and on our YouTube channel (subscribe and hit that bell! It gives fairies wings!) or listen to it on your commute in audio format. If you enjoy the show, share it with other Nintendo fans, leave us a comment, and give us a thumbs up or leave us a review! If you prefer audio over video, please subscribe to NVC on iTunes or your podcast service of choice. You can also download and listen to the latest episode of NVC Right Here.