- Second EA FC 24 Update Resolves Ultimate Team Menu Glitch and Enhances Stability While the initial launch of a game is frequently accompanied by unexpected bugs, EA FC 24 had a relatively smooth start. However, that’s not to say it was completely bug-free. During the Ultimate Trial early access phase, players did encounter some minor glitches. For instance, a stage bug made it impossible for player Ada Hegerberg to lock on to the ball successfully.
Moreover, an FC 24 YouTuber unearthed a hack within the Clubs feature that granted players the ability to utilize any of the PlayStyles. Electronic Arts responded swiftly by releasing an update aimed at enhancing stability and addressing these revealed... Continue reading
- Game-changer Mortal Kombat 1 Patch 0.122: Addressed Player 1 Advantage Issue, Character Balancing and More NetherRealm Studios has rolled out the much-anticipated MK1 0.122 update, effectively eliminating Player 1's upper hand and introducing a multitude of character-focused amendments.
Mortal Kombat 1 fans were pleasantly surprised by the discernible oddity they discovered while playing online - Player 1 seemingly had an unfair prevalence. In light of this, Player 2 had a larger hitbox and was less effective in dealing damage, while Player 1 could perform combination attacks that their adversary couldn't execute.
Originally, this patch was set to be released in late September but was delayed due to unforeseen hurdles. To the joy of MK1 players, the update... Continue reading
- Microsoft to Decouple Teams in European Market to Evade EU Antitrust Fines Microsoft is set to deliver on its earlier commitment from April, announcing the detachment of Teams from Office 365 and Microsoft 365 productivity suites across the EU. The decision comes after Slack filed an antitrust complaint against Teams being bundled with the suites, describing it as illegal. The European Commission launched a probe into the matter in July.
The tech giant will separate Teams from its suites from October 1, with a €2 monthly or €24 yearly reduction for users in the EEA or Switzerland. Teams will also be standalone for €5 monthly or €60 yearly. Customers who bought a suite... Continue reading
- X's Upcoming Job Listing Feature: A Challenger to LinkedIn? Elon Musk's social network, X, is set to challenge LinkedIn by offering job listings and more, as divulged in a recent post. The company has begun amassing user information on work and education histories, as well as biometric data for 'safety, security and identification purposes'. This new policy was identified by Bloomberg, and builds upon an official @TwitterHiring account already established by the company. Musk, who himself has been ridiculed for controversial posts, wants to create a 'cool' alternative to LinkedIn.
X is also gathering biometric data, without specifying kind, according to its recent privacy policy update. Verified organizations, including Workweek,... Continue reading
- Todd Howard's Passionate Journey in Game Development: A Job for Life Todd Howard, a seasoned veteran from Bethesda who is known for creating games like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Fallout 4 and Starfield, was born in 1970. By the time The Elder Scrolls VI is released, he will be nearing his 60s, which is not too far from the typical age of retirement.
However, questions have arisen regarding if he intends to exit the gaming industry soon. These were addressed in a recent interview by GQ where Howard revealed that he has no intention of retiring and in fact, anticipates continuing indefinitely:
"It might seem odd to me, but that is still... Continue reading
- Speculated Expansion Pack for God of War: Ragnarok on the Horizon? Last week, it was reported that an announcement about hiring a martial arts designer appeared in the Santa Monica studio, suggesting that work is underway on a sequel to God of War: Ragnarok. Given the climactic finale and impressive sales of last year's game, it wasn't entirely unexpected. Yet, there is a likelihood of reprising our roles as Kratos and/or Atreus rather soon.
A reputable leaker in the gaming industry, known as The Snitch, has backed up the claim that an expansion for God of War: Ragnarok is in the pipeline. However, at this moment, no other details are available.
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- Diablo 4 Mount Upgrades: Unleashing The Power Of The Horse! After an undeniably long wait, Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled the much-anticipated updates to the horse mounts in Diablo 4. This news is set to thrill gamers everywhere: from the Fractured Peaks to Estuar, stubborn skeleton barricades have long vexed journeymen and champions alike. However, with the forthcoming Patch 1.1.1, the traveling woes of demonic horde sweepers will finally be put to rest once and for all - your horse will be able to break barriers!
Joe Shely, the Game Director for Diablo 4, takes to Twitter to announce these exhilarating changes. His pledge? A thorough revolution of the mount charge mechanism... Continue reading
- Apple Sanctions Twitter App's Transformation to 'X' After myriad adjustments to social handles, branding alterations, web redirects, and significant discussion from its proprietor, Twitter, through its app, has accomplished its rebranding to the singular 'X' on the App Store. This ground-breaking re-christening defies Apple's default rule of not permitting developers to adopt a single character for naming their apps.
Previous to this development, Twitter had reimagined its presence on the iOS and Android apps. The customary bird symbol was substituted with a fresh 'X' logo, and the app snapshots on the App Store also reflected this change. The hurdle, however, was in amending the actual name stated on... Continue reading
- Pokémon GO Introduces New User-generated Routes and the Spectacular Zygarde The enormously popular mobile game Pokémon GO continually expands its diverse and immersive universe by introducing new features and characters. The game’s latest innovations are not only set to transform player experiences, but they also present the opportunity for users to contribute to shaping the Pokémon landscape. Pokémon GO is set to debut the new user-generated routes and the introduction of the legendary character – Zygarde.
The creators of Pokémon GO are focusing on enhancing player engagement by incorporating their input in shaping the game’s world. Through user-generated routes, players can participate in crafting their Pokémon hunting journeys. This feature allows... Continue reading
- Speculations Rife About Nintendo's Proposed September Direct Anticipation is building up amongst Nintendo fans as rumors are swirling that the gaming giant is planning to host a Direct event in September. If this speculation turns out to be true, it will mark the first major Nintendo Direct since the company’s last successful gig in February.
These rumors have triggered a wave of excitement across the gaming community, with fans eagerly waiting for an official confirmation. The source of this speculation is a cryptic tweet by Samus Hunter, a known insider and fellow gamer. Her tweet suggests the possibility of an upcoming Direct whilst warning that it might not... Continue reading
- Ascendant Studios' Debut: Immortals of Aveum, A New Take on FPS Immortals of Aveum, the highly anticipated project from Ascendant Studios, is gearing up to deliver a novel experience in the FPS genre. The studio comprises seasoned developers with extensive experience in designing iconic shooters like CoD, Halo, and Borderlands. With vast collective knowledge backing Immortals of Aveum, the game's release is pegged to be a pivotal moment in the FPS space.
The launch date for Immortals of Aveum has been set - players can mark their calendars for August 22, 2023. In an all-access approach towards its release, Ascendant Studios plans to launch the game across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5,... Continue reading
- Apple Watches Capable of Early Parkinson's Disease Detection: A Vital Health Tool or Another Gadget? Apple's foray into wearables has developed far beyond just offering logistical convenience and an extension of its phone product line. The Apple Watch, while touted as a fashion accessory and technological marvel, is proving its strength and potential in a field far removed from its design origins. This device, with its focus on health and well-being monitoring, may indeed be an unanticipated life-saving tool capable of detecting serious health problems years before they are usually diagnosed.
Sporting advanced sensor technologies alongside algorithms that interpret relatively minute variations in individual user data patterns, some models of the Apple Watch can inform wearers... Continue reading