Why Minecraft Is 720p on Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch version of Minecraft runs at a resolution of 720p in both handheld and docked modes, and Microsoft has come forward to explain why.
According to TIME, Microsoft confirmed the Switch version's lack of 1080p support, even when docked, isn't because the system isn't powerful enough to handle it, but rather due to issues with the shift between resolutions when switching from docked to undocked mode.
While Microsoft has yet to confirm whether or not 1080p support will ever be available for the Switch version, TIME notes that it's possible the game could feature a resolution boost when playing in docked mode at some point in the future.
E3 Public Tickets Have Sold Out
E3 is now officially sold out for fans.
The Electronic Entertainment Expo account on Twitter revealed that all public passes are gone. The gaming convention opened up the event to fans earlier this year, with 15,000 tickets initially available.
With the event on the horizon, we're counting down with IGN's Road to E3. First up is a look at Super Mario Odyssey, a Nintendo Switch exclusive set to release this holiday season.
DC Celebrates ‘Wonder Woman Day’ With Free Comics
If Free Comic Book Day didn't satisfy your desire for free swag, maybe DC can help. Today the company announced "Wonder Woman Day," a new, worldwide promotional event designed to tie into the release of the Wonder Woman movie this June.
Fans will be able to pick up two free comics at any participating retailers - Wonder Woman Day Special Edition #1 (featuring a reprint of 2016's Wonder Woman #1 by Greg Rucka and Liam Sharp) and DC Super Hero Girls Wonder Woman Day Special Edition #1 (which features a chapter from the upcoming DC Super Hero Girls Vol. 3: Summer Olympus by Shea Fontana and Yancey Labat).
This Custom SNES Switch Is a Nintendo Fan’s Dream
While we can't play Super Nintendo games on Nintendo Switch just yet, one custom controller and console maker has turned a Switch into a loving tribute to Nintendo's 16-bit heyday.
Kustom Kontrollerz, an Orange County, CA based controller customizer, has taken an entire Nintendo Switch and retro-fied it to give it a Super Nintendo color scheme. Currently just the Joy-cons are completed, but they look everything the part.
Johnny Marcos, Kustom Kontrollerz founder, told us while his company does skins for other controllers, the Switch controller is entirely custom painted. Marcos, working with business partner Lloyd Cotton, calls the process "a little tedious," breaking down the Joy-cons and painting each individual part separately.
Conan O’Brien Going to Court Over Joke-Stealing Allegations
Conan O'Brien is going to court over joke-stealing claims.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, O'Brien and his parent company Time Warner are going to trial over accusations that O'Brien and the writers of his late-night show stole jokes from freelance comedy writer Robert "Alex" Kaseberg's social media feeds and blog.
Conan O'Brien on the TBS late-night talk show Conan
What to Expect from Agents of SHIELD’s Season 4 Finale
Marvel's Agents of SHIELD is headed for an explosive finale, with SHIELD's best and brightest -- and a familiar fiery friend -- are headed for an epic showdown with this season's main villain, Aida (Mallory Jansen).
To preview what to expect in Tuesday's finale, IGN got on the phone with showrunner Jed Whedon and executive producer Jeff Bell to ask the pressing questions about "World's End." Read our full interview below.
IGN: Obviously the big excitement at the end of the last episode was bringing back Ghost Rider. What can you preview for me of your plans both for his involvement at the end of this season, and if we can maybe expect for him to be around beyond this season?
Why We’re Hyped to See Super Mario Odyssey at E3 2017
It's that time of year again: E3 2017 is just on the horizon. From June 10-15, we'll be covering the biggest games and hardware announcements of 2017 and beyond. While you can check out our continually-updated Games of E3 List, we're now going to start diving deeper. Every day leading up to the show, we'll be highlight the stuff we want to see and play at E3 2017. Today's game: Super Mario Odyssey.
20th Century Fox Wants to Revive How I Met Your Mother
20th Century Fox is reportedly looking to revive How I Met Your Mother.
According to Deadline, Fox has expressed interest in bringing the main series back for new seasons.
"I hope we will have an opportunity to revisit these characters and tell these stories if (the creators and stars) have the desire to do it," 20th Century Fox TV chairman Dana Walden said during Fox's upfronts press call today. "It's a beloved show that still continues to be popular all over the world."
However, nothing's set in stone yet, and Fox would have a few hurdles to overcome if it wants to revive the series, as creators Carter Bays and Craig Thomas are currently under a deal at Sony TV.
NASCAR Heat 2 Announced
704Games has announced NASCAR Heat 2, which will launch on September 12, 2017 in North America.
The new racing title from developer Monster Games will be available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
NASCAR Heat 2 will build upon the foundation of last year's release, NASCAR Heat Evolution, complete with a more robust online multiplayer experience, as well as a deeper career mode, new drivers, track updates and more.
"This new game will have a very different look and an enhanced overall experience that reflects the insights of actual NASCAR drivers," 704Games CEO Paul Brooks said.
In partnership with Toyota, 704Games will once again hold a cover athlete competition. From now until May 19, you can vote right here on which Toyota drivers you'd like to see featured on the cover of NASCAR Heat 2. Fan voting will determine the finalists. Then, on May 20, the driver who finishes stage 2 at the Monster Energy All-Star Race will be selected as the cover star.
Out This Week: Injustice 2, Farpoint VR, Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
With so many new games and movies coming out, it can be hard to keep up. Lucky for you, IGN is here to help with a weekly round-up of the biggest releases each and every week. Check out the latest releases for this week, and be sure to come back next Monday for a new update.
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