GAMING

With Gamescom coming up, it’s not an impossible dream for Microsoft to debut some new information regarding Halo 5, or at least the Halo franchise. Considering the number of speculations that are milling about with regard to the upcoming installment, here is a compilation of some of the most common rumours, debates, and fan wish lists for Halo 5.

The PS4 release date may come as early as this week, while the Xbox One may have found a solution for those in the eight countries delayed for shipping of the Xbox One by way of the region lock-free capabilities of the next-gen console.

A list of unconfirmed GTA 5 achievements hits the Internet. FPS games Battlefield 4 and Call of Duty: Ghosts release respective multiplayer trailers as teasers before the Gamescom, where you can expect each party to detail Levolution, female soldiers, and lots of bullets and explosives.

Even 4J Studios still doesn’t have any word from Microsoft on when the Minecraft Xbox 360 TU 12 will be out, but has promised fans to make the announcement as soon as updates come. In the meantime, here are three Minecraft mods to enjoy.

Check out the new apps that you can play over the weekend: "Plants vs. Zombies 2," "Gravity Falls Mystery Shack Attack," "Papa Pear Saga," "Pirate Legends" and "Saga Fusion 2."

Rockstar Games has already revealed the official gameplay trailer for Grand Theft Auto 5. DICE and EA has also announced a new transfer capability for Battlefield 4 that will surely benefit cross-gen gamers, while a PS Vita game has been teased for its Gamescom debut.

Several game features have been revealed for Call of Duty: Ghosts, Battlefield 4, and Grand Theft Auto 5 before Gamescom.

With 4J Studios still waiting for Microsoft’s approval, let’s turn to the Minecraft Community Creations for some suspense-driven maps, new defense systems, and a unique contraption for horse lovers.

After much waiting, Plants vs. Zombies 2 is finally heading to the App Store tomorrow. But before that, you can check out the last Developer Diary from PopCap Games to know where the Chicken Zombie takes its inspiration from.

Xbox One may be facing a definite delay well into next year for specific target countries. The rumours for the Kinect-less bundles have also been denied by Major Nelson. PS4 is also looking at shortage in stocks but has started to temper the pre-orders by setting a deadline for when the pre-orders will still be assured of a Day One delivery.

Forthcoming game of 2013, "Call of Duty: Ghosts" features Eminem's loud and aggressive track "Survival" from his upcoming fall album. "Call of Duty: Ghosts" Web site also included the latest features approaching gamers soon.

Minecraft is an addictive game and new players may find it difficult to do whatever they please inside the game. However, if you know all tricks to get around the game, you are going to enjoy more than you could ever expect. Know the 20 tips and tricks of Minecraft!

Check out the third episode of the "Plants vs. Zombies 2" developer diaries series, this time taking a look at new plants in the game. Also, a new teaser was released for the "Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare" in time for gamescom.

The PS Vita has long been thought to be a pretty old gaming device, with new products coming out as well as the expanding mobile gaming to take its place. But recent developments suggest that gamers shouldn’t check off the PS Vita just yet in the market.

Zatanna has just been released as a DLC character for INJUSTICE but it doesn’t come with the customary patch update yet. Both GTA 5 and Elder Scrolls Online have been confirmed to have DLC expansions after the games are released.

Check out some of the new trailer videos from upcoming games, Fables: A Wolf Among Us, Watch Dogs, and Rayman Legends.

Acer combines the power of Intel’s 4th generation processors and Windows 8 touch experience to bring a powerful notebook distinguishable from the rest. Introducing the Aspire V7 for the first time, consumers are in for a treat to what the company calls as an ultrabook with a “personality of its own.”

The Minecraft Xbox 360 TU 12 has finally reached Microsoft, and as fans wait for the release date to be announced, the forum has two hot topics in tow: fan predictions for the release date and the first things that they would do once they receive the update.

Watch out for the new GTA 5 Online video plus new items and avatars available on Xbox Live and PSN Store. Battlefield 4 developers encourage teamwork in upcoming game for more rewards. Borderlands 2 feature new hot fixes for the game.

Microsoft details the Home Gold for Xbox One, the potentially new way for the Family Sharing to make a comeback. Plus, for those who want to trade-in select Xbox 360 games can do so to get a higher, next-gen version of the title.

Before the PS4 and Xbox One make their debut, here are two consoles that are aiming for the public’s attention, bringing Android to the table through different devices: the Nvidia Shield and the Ouya.

Since PopCap Games are still hard at work with the beta testing of "Plants vs. Zombies 2," here are some fun and exciting merchandise products that you can enjoy and show to the world when it comes to your pride and love for the anticipated game this summer season.

4J Studios has now brought the Minecraft Xbox 360 TU 12 to Microsoft for the Cert Testing, and a change log has been released via the Minecraft forums. A music sheet book for the official Minecraft soundtrack has also been released.

Grand Theft Auto 5 has finally been rated in Australia, with a list of information and expected features for the upcoming game. Treyarch also details what fans can expect for the last DLC of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. And those who have been waiting for the BioShock Infinite story DLC will be happy to enjoy the newest teaser from Irrational Games.

Play these new and newly updated iOS games: Mikey Hooks, Puddle, Champs: Battleground, Injustice: Gods Among Us, and Fast & Furious 6: The Game.

Tired of waiting for "Plants vs. Zombies 2"? Here are some neat games that can help you kill time until the sequel hits iOS devices this summer.

Three mods for the week feature movie franchises, the adventure and conquest of Lord of the Rings, the web-swinging adventures of Spiderman, and the upcoming action, sleuthing, and epic exploration of Assassin’s Creed.

The Xbox One is finally bundling a headset with its Day One and Standard Edition headsets, something that the company has previously stated to be impossible given the $500 price tag. However, a feature that it shares with the PS4 has surprisingly letdown news, while Sony confirms some good news for the same feature for its own console, PS4.

More Injustice: Gods Among Us freebies and challenges await after the Zatanna announcement. The final Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 DLC has already been announced, this time pointing to a more apocalyptic environment. And a new trailer for Monster Hunter 4 reveals characters, weapons, and monsters for the upcoming game.