Today’s stories feature updates on titles including New World and Marvel’s Avengers, along with news on the PS5 and Nintendo Switch hardware front, and the possibility of another entry into the Super Smash Bros. franchise.
Here are the biggest gaming news stories for November 2, 2021.
Switch Hacker Gary Bowser To Pay Nintendo $4.5 Million, Could Still Face Jail Time
Gary Bowser, who was part of a larger group creating and selling modchips for Nintendo consoles, has pled guilty to criminal charges, resulting in him having to pay Nintendo $4.5 million. However, even with his plea, Bowser could still potentially face some jail time in addition to the massive fine.
FIFA 22's ePremier League Returns For 2021/22 Season
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FIFA's ePremier League is returning for season number four in FIFA 22, giving players the chance to compete for a share of £100,000 in an official e-tournament.
Nintendo Is Making 6 Million Fewer Switch Consoles, Thanks To Chip Shortage
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The global computer chip shortage continues to negatively impact gaming companies, with Nintendo reportedly due to make six million less Switch consoles than originally planned.
PS5-Filled Jumbo Jets Are Arriving In The UK Ahead Of The Holidays
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In related hardware news, it appears that the UK will be seeing an influx of PS5 consoles making their way just in time for the holidays. A recent patch has also reportedly fixed the PS5’s clock battery issue.
League Of Legends TV Series Arcane Is Crossing Over With PUBG
PUBG is teaming up with Riot Games to feature special in-game items, characters, and locations from the upcoming League of Legends TV series, Arcane, to celebrate its release on Netflix.
Hideo Kojima Reworking His Last Year's Project To "Bring It To The Present"
Is there ever a story on a Hideo Kokima project that isn’t shrouded in mystery and intrigue? Apparently not, as the Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding creator recently revealed that he needs to reword a script that he’s been working on for the past year due to a change in the world. Of course, in typical Kojima fashion, no one knows anything about the game or project, or if it will ever even be released.
With Halloween Freshly Buried, The Pokemon Center Is Busting Out A New Holiday Themed Product Line
The holidays are officially in full swing, and The Pokemon Center is celebrating the season with its latest lineup of holiday-themed Pokemon products.
Marvel's Avengers Removes Controversial Pay-To-Win Mechanics After Player Pushback
Crystal Dynamics has officially removed some controversial consumables in Marvel's Avengers that the outspoken community of players accused of being pay-to-win mechanics.
Masahiro Sakurai Is Undecided On Whether He Should Make Another Smash Game
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While the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate roster might finally be complete, it sounds as though the series may potentially eventually add another game to the franchise.