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The 57-inch mini-LED Odyssey Neo G9 effectively gives you two 32-inch 4K screens. Gaming 

Samsung to Release 57-inch Ultrawide Dual 4K Gaming Monitor in October for $2,500

Jim Hendler, ,

Samsung has announced the release date and price of the Odyssey Neo G9 model, which was previously teased at CES 2023. This widescreen gaming monitor is capable of displaying the same amount of content as two UHD screens, with a resolution of 3,840 x 2,160. It will be available for purchase in October 2023 for $2,500. That’s what you’d pay for two really nice 4K screens, but the price seems justified. It’s a mini-LED with HDR 1000 support, which means it offers 1,000 nits of peak brightness (or an average…

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Season of Blood will feature vampires. Gaming 

‘Diablo IV’ Season 2 to Launch on October 17th

Sanjay Patil

Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled the trailer for the upcoming second season of Diablo IV, revealing that it will be available on October 17th. As reported by IGN, players can anticipate acquiring vampire abilities and confronting a vampire lord in an exciting new questline during the opening night of Gamescom 2023. Aptly named “Season of Blood,” the online action role-playing game’s second season will indeed revolve around vampires. Gemma Chan, an actress and producer who starred in Eternals and Crazy Rich Asians, voices the vampire hunter companion Erys, who leads the…

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‘We have a lot of wild ideas we want to put into the game.’ Gaming 

Release of ‘Hyper Light Breaker’ Delayed Until Early 2024

Nitin Misra,

The release of Hyper Light Breaker, the action rogue-lite game that was originally planned to enter Steam Early Access this autumn, has been postponed for a second time. The anticipated launch of this game, which is considered the spiritual successor to 2016’s Hyper Light Drifter, is now set for early 2024. “So we just need a little more time for Hyper Light Breaker before we go into Early Access,” Alx Preston, founder and creative director of developer Heart Machine, said in a video explaining the delay. “This means we will…

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The co-op sequel was announced at Gamescom 2023. Gaming 

Little Nightmares III to Offer Co-Op Play in The Nowhere in 2024

Adarsh V.K

Little Nightmares III has been confirmed to be in development, and it will introduce a two-player co-op feature, a first for the series. The game is scheduled for release in 2024 and will be available on PC, Switch, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. The announcement was made by Supermassive Games during the opening of Gamescom Opening Night Live. Little Nightmares III looks like a nightmare if you’re a twisted horror fiend. The game’s reveal trailer features two shrunken, doll-like characters called Low and Alone navigating an…

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The release date and a new single-player mode were announced at Gamescom 2023. Gaming 

‘Release Date for ‘Tekken 8’ Announced – January 26th, 2024

Nitin Misra

This year, fighting game enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to with the upcoming releases of Street Fighter 6, Mortal Kombat 1, and Guilty Gear Strive. The excitement doesn’t end there, as Bandai Namco recently revealed at Gamescom 2023 that Tekken 8 will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S starting from January 26th, 2024. Pre-orders for the game are now open. The tenth overall competition of the long series features 32 unique fighters (luckily, King is among them). The latest trailer states that the game marks…

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See what's on the other end of The Witness' portal. Gaming 

Destiny 2’s Storyline to Reach its Climax with ‘The Final Shape’ on February 27th

Adarsh V.K

Bungie has announced that Destiny 2: The Final Shape, marking the end of the main Destiny story arc, will be released on February 27th, 2024. Players will be challenged with the crucial mission of preventing The Witness from reshaping the universe, requiring them to venture into the Traveler for salvation. The game promises an intensified narrative, with the confirmed return of Cayde-6, and introduces fresh gameplay mechanics. At first, being close to a traveler gives you access to new light powers, including some that boost the abilities of nearby players.…

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Look for updates on 'Alan Wake 2', 'Mortal Kombat 1' and much more. Gaming 

Watch Gamescom 2023 Opening Night Live at 2PM ET

Adriana Marais,

The annual Gamescom trade fair is commencing today, and even if you’re not in Germany, you can still be part of the excitement. All the exciting announcements and updates will be streamed live, starting with the opening night event hosted by Geoff Keighley, the renowned Game Awards expert and former Spike TV personality. For those unable to attend in person, the event will begin streaming at 2PM ET. You can watch it here. So what can we expect from the stream? Well, we don’t have to wonder, as Keighley took…

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It follows the VCS, which Atari quiety discontinued last year. Gaming 

Atari 2600+: A Mini Console That Plays Games from 2600 and 7800 Series

Adriana Marais, ,

Atari has partnered with Plaion to develop a new retro home console, following their previous unsuccessful attempt. The upcoming Atari 2600+ console pays tribute to the original Atari 2600, which brought joy to children during the disco era in 1977. However, this updated version is based on the four-switch model from 1980 and is capable of playing both Atari 2600 and 7800 games. It is important to note that buyers may need to search for physical cartridges, as the console only comes with a collection of 10 titles that do…

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The move is part of Microsoft's larger plan to clear its Activision Blizzard merger. Gaming 

Microsoft to Launch PC Game Pass on NVIDIA’s GeForce Now on August 24th

Adriana Marais, , ,

Microsoft is following through with its commitment to make PC Game Pass accessible on NVIDIA’s GeForce Now service. Both companies have declared that starting from August 24th, Game Pass and Microsoft Store games can be streamed on GeForce Now. While not all titles will be immediately playable, this move will enable Game Pass subscribers to enjoy games such as Deathloop and No Man’s Sky through NVIDIA’s platform. The companies have entered into a partnership for some time. Microsoft signed a deal with NVIDIA in February to bring Xbox games to…

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You can watch it for free across various platforms. Gaming 

2023 Game Awards to be Broadcast on December 7th

Adarsh V.K

Since its inception in 2014, The Game Awards has experienced tremendous growth and has become a highly anticipated year-end celebration for gaming enthusiasts worldwide. If you’re eagerly anticipating this year’s show, mark your calendars because the 10th annual event will be streamed live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on December 7th, 2023. As in previous years, the show will be available for free streaming on multiple platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok Live, Steam, and X (formerly known as Twitter). Last year’s show was the biggest to…

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Twitter may lose its block feature, but Twitch is all set to reinforce it further. (Bloomberg) Gaming 

Twitch Users Gain Enhanced Blocking Ability as Twitter May Lose Its Block Feature

Jim Hendler,

Nearly a week has passed since Elon Musk announced on Twitter (now X) that he would remove the blocking feature, sparking debates among users. Many argue that this decision will compromise the safety of the social media platform. However, in contrast to Twitter’s move to eliminate the blocking option, Twitch is adopting a different strategy. Reports suggest that Twitch is introducing a new feature that will enable streamers to completely block users, preventing them from even viewing their streams. In the Patch Notes E20 stream, it was announced that Twitch…

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It will be available for the PS5 and Xbox Series X and S. Gaming 

‘LeBron James Era Begins with ‘NBA 2K24′ Release and New Updates’

Adarsh V.K, , ,

As the basketball season draws near, NBA 2K24 New Gen presents a fresh chance to immerse oneself in the virtual action. In July, 2K provided initial insights into the game, but they have now revealed additional information about the upcoming NBA 2K24 on September 8th. One exciting addition is the LeBron Era, which traces LeBron James’ transition from the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Miami Heat in 2010, seamlessly connecting with the existing Modern Era. NBA 2K23 previously introduced the Magic vs. Bird Era, Jordan Era, and Kobe Era to the…

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Microsoft will not be in a position either to release Activision Blizzard games exclusively on its own cloud streaming service. Gaming 

Ubisoft To Acquire Cloud Gaming Rights From Microsoft and Activision Blizzard

Adriana Marais

Microsoft on Tuesday submitted a revised proposal to Britain’s antitrust watchdog to approve its $68.7 billion purchase of gaming giant Activision Blizzard. As part of the restructuring, Microsoft will transfer the cloud gaming rights for current and new Activision Blizzard games to French video game publisher Ubisoft. “We are addressing the concerns raised by the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) about the impact of the proposed acquisition on cloud game streaming. We are restructuring the deal and acquiring a narrower set of rights,” said Brad Smith, Microsoft’s vice chairman…

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Microsoft said the deal makes for 'a substantially different transaction under UK law.' Gaming 

Microsoft to Acquire Ubisoft Streaming Rights for Activision Blizzard in Bid to Gain UK Approval

Adriana Marais, , ,

In a recent blog post, Microsoft announced a major revision to its proposed merger with Activision Blizzard. The company plans to sell the cloud gaming rights for Activision Blizzard games to Ubisoft, a rival company. This move aims to address the concerns raised by UK regulators, who previously blocked the deal due to Microsoft’s potential monopoly in cloud gaming. However, the approval for this revised proposal is not expected until October 18th. “As a result of the agreement with Ubisoft, Microsoft believes that its proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard is…

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In addition to being the original voice of Mario, he’s also voiced Luigi, Wario and Waluigi in the video games. (AP) Gaming 

Charles Martinet Departs from Role as Voice of Mario

Adriana Marais

Charles Martinet, who has been the voice of Mario in Nintendo games since the 1990s, is resigning from his role. Nintendo of America confirmed Monday that Martinet will now serve as a “Mario Ambassador,” traveling the world to promote the beloved plumber, signing autographs and voicing Nintendo characters. “It’s been a privilege to work with Charles in bringing Mario to life for so many years, and we want to thank and celebrate him,” Nintendo said in a statement. In addition to being the original voice of Mario, he has also…

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There’s a new game mode, special characters and items. Gaming 

Lamb Cult and Don’t Starve Together Join Forces for a Chilling Yet Adorable Crossover

Nitin Misra

Cult of the Lamb and Don’t Starve Together, two highly praised indie games from recent years, are joining forces for a new game mode, exclusive in-game items, and even character cameos. This collaboration will have an impact on both games, offering distinct advantages to each. The biggest draw here is Cult of the Lamb’s brand new game mode, which is directly inspired by Don’t Starve Together. The aptly named Penitence Mode ups the stress factor by giving your lamb protagonist the same mortal needs as your cute and poo-obsessed followers.…

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They're Microsoft's answer to Sony's custom PS5 covers. Gaming 

Xbox Series X Console Skins to be Released, Featuring ‘Starfield’ and Camouflage Designs

Adriana Marais, , ,

For a while now, Sony has been providing personalized plates for the PlayStation 5, with their latest offering featuring a Spider-Man 2 design. Following suit, Microsoft has also joined the trend of customization, selling official wraps for the Xbox Series X, after previously giving away customized Xbox Series S units through contests. In addition to two camo colors, Arctic Camo and Mineral Camo, a Starfield-inspired wrap is available. Pre-orders for scarves are now open. The $50 Starfield will ship to the US, Canada, and Europe on October 18th, while the…

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Little Kitty, Big City is an adorable departure for former CS:GO designer Matt Wood. Gaming 

Valve’s Feline-Themed Game That Got Away

Adriana Marais, , ,

Former Valve designer Matt T. Wood has created a unique game called Little Kitty, Big City, which can be seen as the complete opposite of popular first-person shooters like Half-Life 2, Left 4 Dead, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. Instead of a war-torn, post-apocalyptic setting with intense action and weapons, Little Kitty, Big City offers a third-person perspective in a vibrant and friendly metropolis, featuring lovable characters and possibly even a cute cat as the protagonist. During nearly 17 years at Valve, Wood helped build and deliver the company’s most notable…

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Charles Martinet is moving on to a new "Mario Ambassador" role. Gaming 

Mario’s Voice Actor Retiring After Nearly 30 Years

Sanjay Patil,

Nintendo announced in a tweet this morning that Charles Martinet, who has been the voice of Mario for the past 27 years, will no longer be portraying the character. Instead, he will take on the role of a “Mario Ambassador,” created specifically for him, where he will continue to spread the joy of Mario through global travels. The company has not revealed any information regarding a replacement voice actor. Additionally, Nintendo shared that a special video message featuring Martinet and Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto will be released in the near…

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Pippin Barr examines the role of cinema in video game storytelling in this excerpt from 'The Stuff Games Are Made Of' Gaming 

Exploring the Possibility of Crafting the Ultimate Video Game: A Look at Why We Haven’t Achieved ‘Citizen Kane’ Status Yet

Nitin Misra

After its release in 1982, Steven Spielberg’s heartwarming science fiction masterpiece, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, quickly became a significant part of popular culture. However, the Atari 2600 video game adaptation, which was rushed to market within a mere five weeks, gained its own cultural significance for entirely different reasons. In his new book The Stuff Games Are Made Of, experimental game maker and assistant professor of design and computational arts at Concordia University in Montreal, Pippin Barr deconstructs the game design process, using an octet of his own past projects to…

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