Kenneth Shepard, Author at Kotaku

CultureNews

Pro Overwatch Teams Reportedly Want Legal Fight Against Activision Over Money

The Overwatch League has struggled to find profitability in its six years

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 19, 2023

Tips & Guides

The Pokémon Tier List Everyone Is Waiting On For Scarlet And Violet

Paradox Pokémon are giving some legendaries a run for their money

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 18, 2023

CultureNews

It’s Taken 16 Years For Us To Realize Mass Effect’s Intro Is Literally Top Gun

Casey Hudson says he’s been waiting over a decade for someone to notice

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 18, 2023

CultureNews

The Official Pokémon TikTok Accidentally Let Pikachu Say ‘Fuck’

Pikachu said ‘if you’re fucking happy and you motherfucking know it clap your motherfucking hands’

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 13, 2023

CultureNews

NetEase Dissolves Team That Maintained Blizzard Games In China

The Shanghai-based team has been laid off or reassigned after the 14-year partnership

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 13, 2023

Tips & Guides

14 Things Every New PS5 Owner Should Try Or Consider

If you’re buying a PS5 in 2023, here are some settings and services to look into right out of the box

Kenneth Shepard and Ari Notis Published January 11, 2023

CultureNews

Overwatch Drags Ramattra Into Its Sinful Obsession With Feet

The Overwatch Twitter said, 'damn, he got a staff, and he got feet'

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 10, 2023

The Bests

31 Of The Biggest Games Coming In 2023

From new entries in Final Fantasy and Assassin’s Creed to new series altogether, 2023 has something for everyone

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 10, 2023

CultureNews

Gaming YouTube Is In Turmoil Thanks To New Violence And Profanity Rules

YouTube’s policy changes on swearing and violence are being retroactively applied to old gaming content

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 10, 2023

CultureNews

It’s A Big Month For RPGs On Game Pass, But Make The Most Out Of What’s Leaving

RPG fans win Persona , mystery fans lose Danganronpa

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 10, 2023

The Bests

30 Indie Games You Should Know About Releasing In 2023

Whether you’re looking for high-speed action or contemplative narrative games, 2023 has something for you

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 7, 2023

CultureNews

The PS5 Is Getting An Ultra-Customizable Controller That Lets New Fans Play

The device is codenamed Project Leonardo and is geared toward accessibility

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 5, 2023

CultureNews

Sony Claims The PlayStation 5 Shortage Is Over In 2023

If you haven’t been able to find a PS5 in stores yet, Sony says that will change

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 5, 2023

Screenshot: The Pokémon Company / Kotaku

Tips & Guides

The Best Way To Get Pokémon Scarlet & Violet’s Only Cinderace [Update]

Azumarill and Dachsbun are about to come in clutch…again. Slowbro is also here

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 3, 2023

Anime

Where To Catch Up On Pokémon Before Ash And Pikachu’s Farewell

Whether you’re looking to catch up or relive old TV memories, here’s where to watch every Pokémon season

By Kenneth Shepard Published January 3, 2023

ReviewsYear in Review

Kenneth Shepard’s Top Five Games Of 2022

Pokémon bookended a year filled with a lot of gay shit

By Kenneth Shepard Published December 30, 2022

ReviewsYear in Review

The State Of PlayStation In 2022

As Sony prepares to fully shift its focus from the PS4 to the PS5, it's also building the PlayStation brand in other ways

By Kenneth Shepard Published December 29, 2022

Tips & Guides

So, You Wanna Take Down Pokémon Scarlet And Violet’s Elite Four

Here’s how to beat Geeta and her lackeys and become the very best

By Kenneth Shepard Published December 22, 2022

Screenshot: Blizzard Entertainment/Kotaku

CultureNews

Overwatch 2 Bastion Skin Costs One Coin, Causes Problems

The Gingerbread skin is cheap, but comes with a cost

By Kenneth Shepard Published December 21, 2022

OpinionCommentary

In 2022 The Pokémon Franchise Finally Began To Evolve Beyond Nostalgia

While the games are struggling with new ambition, at least the franchise is trying something new

By Kenneth Shepard Published December 21, 2022