Looking for where to buy Ring Fit Adventure? You may have found that Nintendo's exercise game is hard to come by right now, as most retailers are out of stock. Nintendo has even noted on its official store that "availability is extremely limited".

Finding Ring Fit Adventure in the US or Australia, without paying an extortionate price, is pretty much impossible. However, there's still some stock in the UK.

This is made more difficult by the fact you can't simply buy the Ring Fit Adventure game as a digital download, you need to purchase the physical edition as it comes bundled with the Ring Fit peripheral that you require to actually play the game. 

We've scoured the web to find where you can still buy Ring Fit Adventure. While we've currently found no stock in the US, we will update you as soon as they return. Plus, we'll also let you know where to buy Ring Fit Adventure once that stock does return. It's worth noting that while you can find people selling the game on the likes of eBay, we want to make sure to offer you legitimate retailers - that won't charge you much more than the game's $79 / £64.99 / AU$125 RRP.

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Where to buy Ring Fit Adventure: the last remaining Ring Fit Adventure stock

From what we've seen, all Ring Fit Adventure is out of stock completely in the US and Australia, however some retailers are offering pre-orders for when stock next comes in. For those in the UK, you can still pick up the game from Argos - if you act fast.

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Ring Fit Adventure alternatives

Ring Fit Adventure may be sold out but you can still pick up Nintendo Fitness Boxing right now, which offers rhythm-based boxing exercises that are loads of fun - and will definitely have you breaking a sweat. We had a personal trainer test it out and they found it provided a great workout.

Here are the best deals on Nintendo Fitness Boxing in your region:

What is Ring Fit Adventure and why is it selling out?

Ring Fit Adventure is a fitness game from Nintendo for the Switch- although it is marketed as a game first and exercise second.

The action-RPG game sees you real-life squatting, crunching and downward-dogging your way to success, as you set out on a quest to defeat a hench, bodybuilding dragon called Dragaux. And that's just the story mode, there are also plenty of mini-games and individual workouts to focus on specific parts of your body. 

The game comes with a Ring Fit (imagine a pilates ring) that lets you slide one Joy-Con controller into the ring and another into a strap that you fasten to your leg. This allows the game to track how hard you're working - and you'll work hard.

Ring Fit Adventure is great fun for the whole family, but most importantly helps you get your daily dose of exercise. It's likely that the game is like gold-dust to find due to the number of people stuck at home due to the Covid-19 pandemic, who want to make their workouts a bit more exciting.

TechRadar has contacted Nintendo for comment on when Ring Fit Adventure stock will return. We will update you with the official response as soon as we get it.

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The Xbox Series X is due for release in late 2020 but, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there have been rumors that the next Xbox's release date will be delayed. Fortunately, it looks like that may not be the case. 

When asked in an interview with CNBC (via GamesRadar) if Microsoft will still be able to deliver products due to release in 2020, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said: "On the supply side we are getting back on rails". 

It's welcome news as there have been concerns among fans and analysts that the next-gen console would be delayed – along with other upcoming Microsoft products such as the Surface Duo. 

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Much of Microsoft's production takes place in China which is the country that has been hit hardest by coronavirus. But with the outbreak starting to ease off in Asia, and manufacturers beginning to get up and running again, it seems like Microsoft may have avoided some big delays.

However, the company has still been hit financially by the pandemic. In a February update, Microsoft revealed that coronavirus has resulted in Windows OEM and Surface products being "more negatively impacted than previously anticipated" and the company not expecting to reach its Q3 financial guidance for this year. 

“We have a great balance sheet, we are a very diverse business, we have a mix of annuity, non-annuity, that is also stronger than even the last time we even went into the financial crisis,” Nadella told CNBC, when asked about how the company is holding up amidst the pandemic. “I feel confident we’ll come out of this, frankly, pretty strong.”

It's not confirmed that we won't see the Xbox Series X delayed – but it certainly looks unlikely. Whether we will see Surface products being delayed also remains to be seen, as the company revealed in last month's update that "Personal Computing" products have been impacted.

What about a PS5 delay?

There was also speculation that the PS5 would be delayed, however a Sony PR recently told dutch outlet LetsGoDigital that the PS5's release date hasn't shifted as a result of the developing global situation. 

While it looks like we will see both the PS5 and Xbox Series X arrive as scheduled in late 2020, it's worth noting that this is a developing situation and could change.

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Looking for the best board games around? Then look no further. While we love ourselves some digital entertainment, there’s not much that beats gathering around the table with your loved ones for a good ol’ board game session - before you all ultimately fall out.

The beauty of board games is that they don’t ask for much. Everything you need comes in the box. They’re not reliant on battery-power, internet connection or anything else we’ve grown to rely on. All you need is enough players and you’re in for a great time.

So we’ve put together a list of the best board games on the market, including some cult classics, hidden gems and golden oldies. Just don’t blame us if things get heated...

Monopoly

Would any best board games list be complete without Monopoly? It’s an oldie but definitely a goodie. If you’ve been hiding under a rock and somehow have never played Monopoly then let us explain the premise: you roll dice, move around a board of street names and try to buy as much property as you can, collecting rent payments from unfortunate souls who land on your locations and with the aim of bankrupting everyone who is playing. 

Sounds pretty cutthroat, right? That’s because it absolutely is, and we hope the game will be the source of many family arguments for years to come.

Scrabble

What’s better than a game where you learn while you play? Scrabble is another golden oldie but it still stands up 82 years after it was first published. The concept is pretty straightforward: you try to make the highest scoring words out of the set number of random letters that you have. It may seem simple but you’re restricted by only being able to add to words that are already on the board - plus the letters you have may be downright awful. 

This is one where it’s useful to have a dictionary to hand because you just know someone is going to try and say that something like ‘blorange’ is definitely a word...

Ticket to Ride

Choo! Choo! It’s time to go on a great rail adventure! But don’t worry, you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home for this trip. Ticket to Ride is easy to pick up and fun for the whole family. The aim of the game is to collect various types of train cars in order to claim railway routes across the country - or continent. The original edition is set in North America, but there’s other versions set in different world regions to choose from.

The game's tension comes when you have to decide whether to expand your rail empire or add more train cars to your collection - while you’re building your collection, your competitor may be claiming all the most valuable routes. Ticket to Ride may be simple but it packs in hours of fun.

Carcassonne

Carcassonne is a great entry-level game for people who are bored of endless Monopoly games, and want something a little more thoughtful without being too complex. There’s a reason it’s considered a classic, after all.

In Carcassonne you take turns drawing tiles to expand an ever-growing map, while earning as many points from the locations as possible. It’s really easy to learn but every time you play you work out new strategies and ways to win - or, more realistically, ways to screw over your competition.

Catan

Can I trade wood for sheep, please? Catan is one of the very best board games of all time, and it adorns millions of tabletop collections across the world. It’s simple to get your head around - you want as many resources as possible to build as much as you can, and therefore score points - plus it’s somehow highly tactical at the same time as you rush to claim resources before the other players. 

If you’re looking for a stepping stone game between a more traditional board game like Monopoly or Cluedo to something a bit more specialist, Catan is that perfect transition.

Labyrinth

Labyrinth is a classic maze game that’s spawned dozens of clones, and it’s easy to see why; it’s simple enough for even young kids to learn, games are quick, and things can get surprisingly cut-throat when adults get involved. 

The labyrinth itself is a maze made up of randomly arranged printed tiles, with one left over. Players take it in turns pushing the spare tile into the edge of the maze to rearrange its paths and clear a way for their escape - or sabotage their opponents' plans, depending on how cruel you’re feeling.

Formula D

The brakes have been slammed on this year’s Formula One season, but you can re-enact the thrill of the race on your coffee table with Formula D. 

The premise is simple (be first to cross the finish line and take the chequered flag), but gameplay is surprisingly technical, involving gear-changes determined by dice-rolls, carefully calculated pit-stops, and penalties for shoddy driving. Adding drift and track debris spices things up even more. A great option for the whole family, it supports up to 10 players.

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Clue/Cluedo

Another classic - so much so that there’s even a movie based on it. Cluedo (or Clue as it’s known in North America)is pretty much an Agatha Christie novel in board game form. 

Someone has been murdered and it’s up to you to make your way around a mansion, uncovering clues, until you have a theory as to who did it, which room they did it in and what weapon they used for the dastardly act. Was it Professor Plum with the wrench in the library? Or was it Reverend Green with the candlestick in the study? The game is afoot.

King of Tokyo

You might think you’re the baddest giant monster around, but so do all your friends. King of Tokyo puts you in the shoes/feet/tentacles of a colossal beast rampaging around a metropolis, growing stronger as you fend off both your monster friends and pesky humans fighting back with tanks and planes. 

It’s a delightfully silly game with bright colors, easy-to-learn gameplay, and a cast of inventive monsters straight from the 1950s Sci-Fi B-movie backlog. Live out your favorite Godzilla/King Kong/alien invader fantasies with King of Tokyo!

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Risk

The first time playing this game, you may hate it. It takes ages, you have to think as much about what other people will do as your own moves. There’s a gamble on every throw of the dice and yet you grow to appreciate the balance of chance and skill. It fuels one’s opportunity to gloat as you try to spread your armies across the globe, while protecting your previous conquests. 

You are playing head to head with up to six people at once and there’s always a chance to overturn another player’s perceived dominance with a left-field strategy that they didn’t anticipate. 

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Xbox is adding free educational content to Minecraft in response to school closures due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The company announced it is adding a new 'Education category' to the Minecraft Marketplace which will allow players (and their parents) to download free educational content for the game, including lessons from the Minecraft: Education Edition.

"With hundreds of millions of kids at home due to coronavirus-related school closures more kids are going online to spend time with their friends, explore online worlds and learn through play," Xbox boss, Phil Spencer, said in an Xbox Wire post. 

"Families are trying to navigate the need to help their children with distance learning and balance that with taking time to have fun."

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So what's on the curriculum?

According to Xbox, this update adds a bunch of educational worlds that can be played alone or with others. Players will be able to explore the International Space Station, visit famous Washington D.C. landmarks, find and build 3D fractals, or learn about a range of subjects including marine biology, renewable energy, coding, Greek history and more.

These worlds also include lesson plans such as creative writing activities, building challenges and puzzles.

This free educational content will be available from today and will be free to download until June 20, 2020 from the Minecraft Marketplace.

However, if you have Minecraft Bedrock, then you can find this content by visiting the in-game store. 

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We finally know the Xbox Series X's full specs, but there's an awful lot of technical jargon in there that's likely to go over the heads of most people.

But if you're one of those people don't worry – Microsoft has released 'An Xbox Series X Technology Glossary' which aims to explain some of the terms being used to "describe the tech and functionality of Xbox Series X".

The glossary defines terms such as DirectML, DirectStorage and Hardware Decompression, but also described some of Xbox's new features, like Quick Resume and Spatial Audio.

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Spec-heavy

From what we've seen of the Xbox Series X and PS5, the next-gen consoles will be on a par with some gaming PCs. While this means both consoles will be powerhouses, there's quite a bit of technical jargon when it comes to specs, so an explanation of the terms is welcome.

However, we at TechRadar are also aiming to keep things as simple as possible. So if you want full explainers on features like backwards compatibility, smart delivery and ray tracing, we've got you covered. We've also got a full Xbox Series X spec analysis. which hopefully gives you a better idea of what to expect from the next Xbox.

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Both the PS5 and Xbox Series X have release windows set for late 2020 but, due to COVID-19 concerns, some analysts are predicting either one (or both) consoles could be delayed. 

The later prediction comes from DFC Intelligence (via Forbes), a strategic market research and consulting firm that focuses on gaming. In a recently-released statement, DFC predicted that the current pandemic will likely impact the release dates of both consoles - potentially resulting in one or both consoles not releasing this year.

“Coronavirus is likely to have a major short-term impact on the delivery of both systems," the statement says. "There is a strong likelihood one or both systems will not make a 2020 launch. If the systems do launch, supply will likely be constrained and initial pricing could be higher than expected.

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"Currently the economy is in an unprecedented state of uncertainty. Even if the situation clears up in a few weeks, the ability to manufacture and release a high-end new game system has already been severely impacted."

With coronavirus reaching pandemic status, many manufacturers have been impacted with production shutting down or workers having to self-isolate. We've already seen other Microsoft products, such as the Surface Duo, being negatively impacted by the global health situation.

And it's not the only one...

A few weeks ago, we wrote about why we didn't think it is likely the PS5 and Xbox Series X will be delayed by coronavirus, but due to the growing uncertainty and reach of the pandemic, this is becoming more and more unclear. 

However DFC Intelligence isn't the only industry analyst to predict the PS5 and Xbox Series X could be delayed. 

In February, the Jefferies Group (via Business Insider) also suggested that we may see delays due to the virus impacting production. 

"The video game sector is currently manufacturing, or beginning to, a once-in-several-years' product generation change for the 2020 holiday season," the Jefferies Group wrote in a statement. "If [company] shutdowns exceed a month or so, game schedules will be delayed. New consoles may likewise suffer supply issues from a prolonged disruption, ahead of their Fall 2020 planned launches."

However, in Xbox Wire's most recent post (published on March 16), the company is still citing "holiday 2020" as the console's release date. So, while the future may look uncertain, Xbox doesn't seem to have altered its release window quite yet. However, we're likely to hear in the coming weeks (or even months) about whether the highly-anticipated next-gen consoles have indeed been delayed.

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We already know that the PlayStation 5 is due to launch in late 2020, however rumors have been cropping up which suggest that it won't be the only next-gen console to launch in that window. 

Rumors of this second console first cropped up in 2019 when Japanese games journalist, Zenji Nishikawa, claimed that PlayStation 5 Pro will launch at the same time as its base-model PS5. Nishikawa made the claim in a video on his YouTube channel, and while that kind of thing wouldn't normally be considered a rock-solid lead, Nishikawa has been proven correct in the past with his predictions about the PS4 Pro and Switch Lite. 

These rumors then resurfaced in February 2020, when NeoGaf user FXVeteran added fuel to the fire by (also) claiming that Sony plans to release two PlayStation 5 models at the same time: a PS5 Pro and a PS5. According to the poster, the PS5 will be 9 teraflops, while the PS5 pro will be "top of the line" to compete with the Xbox Series X. 

Now, while a PlayStation 5 Pro is likely on the cards, we aren't convinced by these rumors which claim it will release alongside the PS5 - and here's why.

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It's meant to be a mid-cycle refresh

The most obvious reason we likely won't see a PS5 Pro release alongside the PlayStation 5 is because typically hardware upgrades like this are introduced in the middle of the console generation as a way of giving the console a bit of a refresh - and offering players a more premium option to upgrade to.

Take the PlayStation 4 for example. The PS4 Pro released three years after the PlayStation 4, bringing with it a larger hard drive, 4K gaming and a price tag to match. This gave PS4 owners the option to upgrade, while reducing the price of the original console and giving players more incentive to jump into PlayStation.  Microsoft did something similar with the Xbox One X. 

A 'pro' console is essentially a half-way mark between the current generation and the next generation, with the manufacturers acknowledging some advances in tech but without rolling out a whole new shiny console.

So what would likely happen if Sony released a PS5 Pro alongside its base PS5? It's likely a PS5 Pro would be pretty expensive, so we would likely see players split into two camps: those who spent more and got the 'premium' console, and those who paid less for a base console.

Immediately disparities would appear, games would be built to look their best, which would be on PS5 Pro - so those with a base PS5 may feel somewhat left behind, perhaps unable to afford the higher-end option. And the start of a new generation is not when you want to split your player base - if at all.

But that's not the most glaring issue. As mentioned, the point of a 'pro' console is to give the hardware a mid-gen refresh. So if Sony jumps the gun and releases a PS5 Pro alongside the PS5, that means there will either be no mid-gen refresh or they'll have to make yet another console. And, in my opinion, that's not Sony's style.

While Microsoft is planning a family of Xbox consoles for the next-generation, similar to the Xbox One's of the current generation, Sony has always kept things simple by following a formula that sees it offering the normal console, a slim version and then a pro (harware upgrade). It's a tried and tested system that has seen them succeed until now. So why change?

But...

While we don't think Sony will release the PS5 Pro this year, it is worth noting that the next generation is pretty unpredictable. One of the biggest mysteries right now is the PS5's price.

Sony hasn't decided on a price for the PS5 but, considering the hardware the next-gen console seems to be boasting, we're not expecting it to be cheap. That's where the slim possibility of a PS5 pro at launch could come in. If the PS5 is looking like it's going to be prohibitively expensive, Sony could opt to offer two consoles: a premium PS5 and a cheaper base PS5. 

The premium PS5 could boast everything Sony wanted to put in the next PlayStation, but at a higher cost, while the base PS5 could be a stripped back version with less bells and whistles - but more affordable.

However, as I've always mentioned, it doesn't seem like a smart move for Sony to split its player base right out of the gate.

In my opinion, it's more likely that Sony will wait around three years before giving the console an upgrade - meaning we would likely see a PS5 Pro in 2023 as the console's lifecycle is estimated to be around six to seven years. But until Sony officially reveals the PS5, and clues us in on what it's got cooking, we can only speculate.

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E3 2020 has been canceled, and while it comes as a massive blow to gamers around the world who tune in every year to watch the annual conferences, arguably the biggest blow has been to developers and publishers who were gearing up to announce their upcoming games and hardware.

Following the Entertainment Software Association's (ESA) official announcement of the cancelation, some publishers and developers have released official statements about the decision – while others have remained pretty tight-lipped.

Speaking to TechRadar about the show's cancellation, industry analyst Michael Pachter said: “It’s a tough decision, and clearly shifts the focus to individual company events and virtual press releases rather than the pizzazz of a live conference. I don’t think this is fatal for the event itself, and the cancellation probably allows the ESA time to reflect on what they can do differently or better for next year’s show”. 

But what do the developers think? TechRadar has reached out to many of the companies who intended to attend E3 2020 and, while some of refused to comment, we've collected together the official responses we've received for your perusal.

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Rebellion

Rebellion is one of many indie developers who attend E3 every year. The company has recently released Zombie Army 4: Dead War, but we were expecting to hear more about the likes of Sniper Elite VR during E3 2020. 

In a statement to TechRadar, Rebellion's CEO Jason Kingsley, said:

"As an ESA member and a studio who’s attended E3 every year, we’re obviously disappointed to see the show canceled, but fully support their decision and are grateful to have nearly three months’ notice to adapt our plans.

"I can’t speak for the biggest first and third parties who probably had huge complex plans in motion, let alone all those affected directly by the cancellation, whether its events staff, freelancers, marketing teams, dev teams, press and more. But as an independent, we know how crucial E3 can be for indies looking for that important window to get games in front of the world’s leading writers and creators.

"I hope that E3’s cancellation might actually foster more partnerships, between media, first parties, and developers. The model’s already there: just look at the way Nintendo Direct has helped bring indies to the forefront, how the VGAs have helped put new IP on the map, or when the Kinda Funny Showcase used its audience to step in last year.

"As for Rebellion, there’s a sense of an opportunity to stretch ourselves a little in new directions! We no longer have a hard date for our dev teams to work to. We’ve just invested in a new Twitch studio and we’ve already begun to put a real focus on growing our own channels and community, in particular on Discord and YouTube. It’s a little daunting, but exciting too, and as we’re independent, we can make changes quickly!

"Hopefully this time next year not only will E3 come back stronger, but devs, publishers and more have tried new things and learned some crucial lessons. Most importantly I’d like to wish everyone out there, health professionals and public alike, all the best."

Microsoft Xbox

Microsoft was set to have a big Xbox showing at E3 2020, likely revealing the Xbox Series X in all its glory – alongside its launch titles. However, Xbox boss Phil Spencer confirmed the company will now host a digital event in lieu of its annual E3 conference. 

In a statement to TechRadar, a Microsoft spokesperson had this to say:

"The health and safety of employees, fans and our partners around the world is a top priority. We support the ESA in its decision to cancel E3 following increased public concerns with the COVID-19 virus. 

"E3 has always been an important moment for us to show what’s ahead from Team Xbox. This year we’ll celebrate the next generation of gaming with the Xbox community and all who love to play around the world via a digital event.  We will share details on timing and more in the coming weeks."

Ubisoft

Ubisoft has already stated that it's developing games for the PS5 and Xbox Series X, including Watch Dogs: Legion and Gods and Monsters. We were hoping to get a closer look at some of these titles that we know about, and maybe even the official announcement of a new Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Far Cry at E3 2020.

While we may not get the pizzazz of a live Ubisoft conference, we do know the company seems to be onboard with the ESA's plan to host an online experience in lieu of E3 this year. 

Here's Ubisoft's official statement:

"The health and well-being of our teams, players and partners is our top priority, so while we’re disappointed, we fully support the ESA’s decision to cancel E3 2020. E3 is and will continue to be a moment where we come together as a community and share our love of games. We’re exploring other options for a digital experience that will allow us to share all the exciting news we have planned."

Nintendo

Nintendo doesn't host a live conference at E3, instead opting for an online stream. So, apart from not being able to show on the convention floor, it's unlikely that the cancellation of the event has really thrown them that much. 

In fact, other developers and publishers will essentially be copying Nintendo's formula this year by hosting streams instead of a live conference.

So what does the House of Mario have to say about all this?

"Nintendo supports the ESA’s decision to cancel this year’s E3 to help protect the health and safety of everyone in our industry – our fans, our employees, our exhibitors and our longtime E3 partners. We would like to express our concern and support for all those affected by the COVID-19 outbreak during this challenging time."

Bandai Namco

Bandai Namco has a few games up its sleeve for this year, primarily JRPGs and fighting titles, but the biggie that we were waiting to hear more about at E3 2020 was Elden Ring - the George R.R. Martin/FromSoftware title. 

It's not entirely clear if Bandai is going to take part in the ESA's online E3 stream, or share its announcements via other means, but we were excited to see what is speculated to be a strong next-gen lineup from the publisher.

Here's what Bandai Namco has said:

“Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. was poised to have one of its most exciting displays of upcoming games at E3 2020. While it’s unfortunate that E3 2020 has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns; the health and safety of show attendees and event staff must take precedence over all else. We look forward to sharing news and updates pertaining to our upcoming title slate through different platforms with our media partners and fans.” 

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Pokémon Go is a game that usually encourages its players to get out and about but, due to the coronavirus pandemic, this isn't necessarily possible for players to do. But, have no fear, Niantic, has temporarily changed some mechanics to allow you to continue to play Pokémon Go from inside your home.

In a statement to Polygon, Niantic said it is currently “prioritizing updates to Pokémon Go features and experiences that can be enjoyed in individual settings.” 

These changes, which are effective immediately, include increasing habitats so that players have a better chance of catching Pokémon from their homes. But what else is changing?

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What's changed?

Well, Niantic is offering 99% off incense packs - which are bought with real life money and increase Pokemon spawns. These packs will also last an hour when they're active rather than the cur30 minutes.

In addition, incubators will allow players to hatch eggs "twice as fast". Incubators require players to take a certain number of steps before an egg will hatch, but this number has now been decreased. And, last but not least, PokéStops are dropping gifts more often.

As Polygon points out, coronavirus concerns have already seen Niantic postponing its Abra Community Day alongside other real-world events. However, events like Battle League are allowing players to compete with each other remotely. Meanwhile the upcoming Special Research Adventure will apparently involve tasks that players can complete solo.

“While we’ve made these updates based on the current global health situation, we also encourage players to make decisions on where to go and what to do that are in the best interest of their health and the health of their communities,” Niantic told Polygon.

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Sony is reportedly working on two Silent Hill games: a soft reboot and a revival of Kojima's cancelled Silent Hills.

That's according to a report by Rely on Horror, which claims that a "trusted source" has disclosed that Sony will be the "driving force behind bringing the series back". According to this report, not only are there plans to soft reboot the Silent Hill series but Sony could also resurrect Hideo Kojima's cancelled Silent Hills game.

"According to our first source, Sony is working to patch up the relationship between Kojima Productions and Konami in order to resurrect the game due to the amount of buzz and continued demand for it five years after its cancellation," reads the report.

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The report also claims that key figures will be returning to work on the reboot – rumored to simply be called 'Silent Hill' – including the original Silent Hill director and writer, Keiichiro Toyama, composer Akira Yamaoka and creature designer, Masahiro Ito. SIE Japan Studio is also rumored to be behind development in some capacity.

With Sony driving the Silent Hill reboot and Silent Hills revival, it looks likely that we will see both landing on the PlayStation 5, but it's unlikely to be anytime soon. There's also a possibility that we may see both being PlayStation exclusives, although we can only speculate on that right now.

What is Silent Hills?

A Silent Hill reboot isn't particularly a surprise, particularly given the success of Capcom's Resident Evil 2 Remake - and upcoming Resident Evil 3 remake. 

However, the revival of Silent Hills is somewhat of a surprise. Silent Hills was in development by Kojima Productions (the studio behind Death Stranding) for PS4. The game was to be directed by Hideo Kojima and Guillermo del Toro, with Norman Reedus set to play the main protagonist. 

Silent Hills was announced via a short playable teaser/demo (P.T.) in 2014, that was free to download on PlayStation Store. But, due to Kojima's exit from Konami, the game was cancelled in 2015 – and we've been craving it since.

We may finally get to play Silent Hills now, but whether Kojima is involved in any way is still to be seen. Sony has reportedly offered Kojima "full creative freedom" should he return to the project. 

We may be getting excited about two new Silent Hill games but, while the reboot is reportedly in active development, Silent Hills is apparently not set in stone quite yet. We'll just have to wait for Konami's official confirmation.

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We may not know exactly what PS5 exclusives Sony has in the works but, according to PlayStation Worldwide Studios boss Hermen Hulst, the company will continue its focus on single-player games. 

In an interview with PlayStation Blog, Hulst was asked about the studio's vision for the future going into the next-generation. 

"We’re very committed to dedicated hardware, as we were before," Hulst said. "We’re gonna continue to do that. And we’re very committed to quality exclusives. And to strong narrative-driven, single-player games."

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A large part of the PlayStation 4's success has been down to excellent PS4 exclusives on offer, such as Uncharted, Horizon Zero Dawn and Marvel's Spider-Man - all of which have been narrative-driven, single-player titles. So, for Sony to continue its focus on these types of games is welcome news.

However, that doesn't mean that we won't be seeing the company stray from the path every now and then. After all, we've seen the likes of Dreams release to critical acclaim on the platform - under the umbrella of PlayStation Worldwide Studios. 

"At the same time, we’re going to be very open to experimentation, to new ideas," Hurst continued. "Just trying things out to see what works. I think that’s also very much part of the DNA of Worldwide Studios."

And it seems Sony is experimenting a bit more. Horizon Zero Dawn has just been confirmed for PC, but Hurst emphasizes this won't necessarily be the case for all PlayStation exclusives going forward.

"I think it’s important that we stay open to new ideas of how to introduce more people to PlayStation, and show people maybe what they’ve been missing out on," Hurst explained.

"And to maybe put a few minds at ease, releasing one first-party AAA title to PC doesn’t necessarily mean that every game now will come to PC. In my mind, Horizon Zero Dawn was just a great fit in this particular instance. We don’t have plans for day and date [PC releases], and we remain 100% committed to dedicated hardware."

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E3 2020 is officially cancelled but, with the PS5 and Xbox Series X due to release in late 2020, what does that mean for the next-gen consoles?

While Sony confirmed that it wouldn't be attending the gaming expo this year, we were expecting announcements from developers about what projects they have cooking for the PlayStation 5. 

Meanwhile, Microsoft confirmed it would be attending E3 2020 and we were expecting the company to show off the next Xbox - and its launch titles - at the event.

So what's going to happen now? With the ESA looking into options for an online experience, here's what we think E3's cancellation will mean for the next-gen consoles.

What it means for PS5

The good news is that Sony wasn't attending E3 2020 anyway. The company confirmed earlier this year that it was skipping the expo and is likely opting to reveal the PS5 at its own event. So in terms of the PS5 reveal, E3's cancellation isn't likely to have huge impact.

Any PS5 exclusives are likely to be announced at Sony's own event, rather than anywhere else.

However, we were expecting third-party developers and publishers to announce or showcase their PS5 games at E3 2020. Publishers who have previously announced they're working on games for the PS5 and Xbox Series X were set to attend the conference, including the likes of Ubisoft - and it's likely those who haven't officially revealed they are yet would have done so at the event.

Fortunately, the ESA is looking into online options which could see the organizers streaming the conferences and announcements instead. So we should still get the same announcements and news, but without the pizzazz of an E3 keynote.

However, this depends on whether the publishers and developers will want to take this option, some may choose simply to host their own streams. But it's unlikely we'll see any holding their own events. 

It's also possible that, during the official PS5 reveal, Sony will show off some of the games that were due to be shown at E3 - but whether the company will want to showcase games coming to both next-gen consoles isn't likely as Sony will probably want to keep its reveal to its PS5 exclusives. 

PS5 games aren't likely to be delayed, but we may just see their announcement sooner if not at the online E3 event.

What it means for Xbox Series X

Microsoft is probably going to be hardest hit by the cancellation of E3 2020. The company confirmed it would be attending the event and we were expecting a full reveal of the Xbox Series X - and its launch titles - during the Xbox E3 conference.

But all might not be lost. Xbox boss, Phil Spencer, tweeted shortly after the ESA's announcement that the company will be holding its own digital event in lieu of an E3 conference. While Spencer didn't divulge any details on what that will entail, it's likely that the company will be hosting a live stream conference of some sort.

Spencer said that details on times and dates will be revealed in the coming weeks. it's likely this digital event will either take place on the date Microsoft's conference was due or we could even see a reveal sooner without the restrictions of E3 scheduling. 

Right now we can only speculate when the event will take place. Either way, we're still going to hear from Microsoft. 

However, similar to PS5, when we hear about third-party games for Xbox Series X may be impacted - if developers choose not to take part in the online E3 experience. Again, we don't think this will result in game delays, but it will mean we're less sure of how an when we get game announcements.

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We're on tenterhooks waiting for Sony to reveal the PS5, so it's no surprise that some PlayStation fans on Twitter got excited when PlayStation Germany tweeted that it was going to reveal something today. 

Spotted by GamesRadar, the translated tweet reads "You know what we're going to tell you today, don't you?" 

Some Twitter users took this as a tease that more PlayStation 5 news will land today, but unfortunately we don't think that's very likely.

Sorry, folks

For a start, it's unlikely Sony would tease a PlayStation 5 reveal from just one of its Twitter accounts. If it was an accidental leak, then the tweet would have been ttaken down by now.

It's much more likely that the PlayStation Germany account is teasing PlayStation Plus's free games for March. PlayStation Plus games are typically announced by PlayStation near the end of the month, before rolling out about a week into the following month. 

Microsoft has just announced its Xbox Games with Gold for March, including Batman: The Enemy Within and Sonic Generations. 

So, sorry PlayStation fans, but it looks like we have to wait longer for an official PlayStation 5 reveal.

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Microsoft's latest Xbox One update introduces a new (much simpler) home interface and a streamlined UI.

The Xbox One's home screen has (arguably) always been quite cluttered. However, this new update aims to streamline the home interface and UI by removing the tabs from the top of the screen, introducing dedicated rows for Xbox Game Pass, Mixer, Xbox Community, and Microsoft Store, and giving players the option to add or remove rows.

In addition, players can now group games and apps for easier navigation. Labels for trials and demos have also been implemented alongside a new "streamlined settings experience".

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But that's not all...

Alongside these home interface and UI adjustments, the updates also rolls out some quality-of-life changes.

For Xbox Game Pass subscribers, you'll now have more control over bundle downloads. Instead of having to download all the games in a bundle, you can specify which games within that bundle you wish to download. So, if you're downloading the Shenmue I & II bundle, you can choose to download just Shenmue I first rather than both games – or choose to download Shenmue II first and then Shenmue I. Go wild!

In addition, improvements have been made to Mixer viewing, GIFs and images can be used in conversations, and you can now choose where notifications appear on your screen. If that's not enough, there are new storage management suggestions which see a new “Move” option being added for users with external storage. This will give you the option to either transfer or remove items from your Xbox One to free up the needed space, rather than simply the option to remove items.

The Xbox One's February update should be live, and free to download, now.

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When it comes to the PS5 and Xbox Series X, players see 'affordable price' as the most important factor.

That's according to a Twitter poll by Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon, who asked Twitter users what the most important thing was for them when it comes to next-gen consoles.

The poll received a total of 50,295 responses, with a 37.5% majority of users saying 'affordable price' was the most important factor. 'Plays last-gen games' (AKA backwards compatibility) came second with 30%, 'better graphics' received 19.2% of votes, while 'exclusive games' was the least important with just 13.2% of votes.

Are you surprised?

The PS5 and Xbox Series X price has been a hot topic, especially as neither Microsoft nor Sony have confirmed the cost of their next-gen consoles. There have also been rumors that the PS5 and Xbox Series X price could be driven up scarce parts. 

With such uncertainty, it's no surprise that players are concerned about how much the powerful new consoles will cost them. What is slightly surprising, as Boon pointed out, is that 'exclusives games' emerged as the least important factor in the poll. Especially considering Sony's strong collection of PS4 exclusives is cited as being one of the key reasons it beat out Microsoft (in terms of sales) in the current console wars. 

It's worth noting that a Twitter poll isn't exactly reflective of the overall player base, especially as it's unlikely younger players will be on the platform. While this poll can be useful as a steer, the reality is likely to be a lot more complex. 

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