There’s been a lot of talk about the so-called “Xbox 720” these last few weeks — what it’ll look like, how many giggerflops it’ll hyperstream, etc. — and even though I promised myself I wouldn’t, I can’t help but get more and more excited for the next generation of consoles as every day goes by.
Like many of you, I’m particularly looking forward to seeing what the future holds for multiplayer gaming. With Nintendo finally (properly! maybe not) entering the online arena this go-around and Microsoft and Sony already having strong networks to build from, the prospects seem more positive than ever for those of us who like to game with our friends. After all, the future means bigger battlefields, gorier killzones, and more gears than your war will know what to do with. It’s safe to say that — unless you’re of the opinion that the future holds nothing but more online passes and DLC and you’ve already given up hope — there’s quite a lot to be excited about.
What about you? Looking forward to (or dreading the thought of) anything in particular? Share your thoughts! And when you’re done, let’s go play something on one of our ancient, current-gen systems and dream about the days when we can all finally set foot inside a Holodeck!
New to FNF? Read this! Each week, a bunch of us Dtoiders get together to play videogames online! It’s a 100% community-run event, so feel free to join in or even host something yourself!
The planning for FNF starts in the forums, where community members volunteer to host matches and post their pertinent details (game, time, Gamertag, etc.). Then, every Friday, reminder posts go up in the community blogs followed by a recap post here on the front page.
To join in, simply send a friend request to the match host! If you’d rather host something yourself, sound off in the comments section below!
Still confused? Check out our FNF FAQ! Big thanks to Dtoider ChillyBilly for all these awesome headers!
Tonight’s Game:
- Team Fortress 2 and other F2P games!
Host: AwDamn (Steam: AwDamn)
Time: 4 PM to 10 PM Pacific
Foom is off tonight, but AwDamn is hosting in his stead! Tune in to Dtoid.TV to be a part of the action!
Tonight’s Games:
- Battlefield 3
Host: ChillyBilly (GT: Chillybill)
Platoons: Destructoid Original (Full) | Destructoid Alt
Time: 6:30 Pacific | 9:30 Eastern
- Gears of War 3
Host: Epic KxDtoid (GT: Epic KxLIVE)
Time: 8:30 Pacific | 11:30 Eastern
- Left 4 Dead 2
Host: SuperMonk4Ever (GT: SuperMonk4Ever)
Time: 8:30 Pacific | 11:30 Eastern
Check out the 360 FNF blog for more info!
Tonight’s Games:
- Mass Effect 3
Host: Toxic Burst (PSN: SSchmeling)
Time: 8 Pacific | 11 Eastern
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine
Host: Trev (PSN: ElZilcho)
Time: 8 Pacific | 11 Eastern
Check out the PS3 FNF blog for more info!
Tonight’s Games:
- Heroes of Ruin
Host: Wolfy-Boey (5327-1072-2012)
Time: 5 Pacific | 8 Eastern
- Mario Kart 7
Host: smurfee mcgee (5284-1410-9454)
Community: Destructoid (22-4755-7110-5555)
Time: 6:30 Pacific | 9:30 Eastern
- Kid Icarus: Uprising
Host: smurfee mcgee (5284-1410-9454)
Time: 8 Pacific | 11 Eastern
Check out the 3DS FNF blog for more info!
Tonight’s Games:
- Orcs Must Die! 2
Host: CaptainFoxButt (Steam: CaptainFoxButt)
Time: 1 Pacific | 4 Eastern
- Payday: The Heist
Host: Swishiee (Steam: Swishiee)
Time: 7 Pacific | 10 Eastern
- Team Fortress 2
Server: 63.208.142.126:27015
Time: 9 Pacific | 12 Eastern
- Hit up Steamtoid to find more games!
