Helldivers 2 has introduced new flying enemies called Shriekers, which require precision weapons or close-range attacks to take them down, and players must destroy Shrieker Nests to eliminate them permanently.
World of Warcraft's new pirate-themed battle royale mode, Plunderstorm, has received a negative response from players who consider it a waste of development time and a mishandling of the game, despite some streamers expressing their enthusiasm for it.
ConcernedApe, the creator of Stardew Valley, has quickly rolled out bug fixes just hours after the release of the highly-anticipated 1.6 update, earning praise from fans.
Helldivers 2 has released its 1.000.103 patch, focusing on fixes to the mech exosuit and hazard nerfs, with reduced spawn rates, crash fixes, and minor improvements to gameplay.
Monopoly Go, a multiplayer mobile board game, has become one of the most popular digital games globally, making over $2 billion in revenue and attracting over 100 million downloads since its launch in April 2023, though its success required a marketing budget of nearly $500 million.
The official trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI has smashed records, gaining over 181 million views in just three months, becoming the most anticipated video game release since GTA V, set to be released in 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Apple could face scrutiny from the EU over its security warnings about alternative app stores, with Margrethe Vestager, the bloc's antitrust chief, describing such warnings as "unwise." Additionally, the EU will investigate Apple's Core Technology Fee, which developers must pay when opting out of the App Store.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is shaking up the company's structure by hiring Mustafa Suleyman, a cofounder of Google DeepMind, to lead Microsoft's AI efforts.
The leaked PlayStation 5 Pro specs, verified by tech experts at Digital Foundry and IGN, reveal a more powerful console with a 10% increase in CPU frequency, faster rendering, and higher quality ray tracing, leading to predictions that the unannounced console will optimize the highly anticipated GTA 6 but likely run it at 30fps due to CPU limitations unless the game includes a 60fps mode.
Ubisoft's project NEO NPC aims to create realistic dialogue for non-playable characters (NPCs) in video games through the use of generative AI, but initial feedback suggests that the dialogue is not well-received due to its poor quality and lack of human creativity.
Dungeons of Hinterberg is an upcoming indie game set in the Austrian Alps that offers a visually distinctive RPG experience with challenging gameplay, unique mechanics, and a focus on building relationships, making it a refreshing change from longer, grind-heavy games like Elden Ring and Genshin Impact.
Apple's display suppliers have acquired new technology that will allow for further reduction in bezel size and larger displays in the upcoming iPhone 16, while also potentially hiding the Face ID module beneath the display by 2026.
EA has released a series of security updates for Apex Legends after pro players were hacked during a tournament, with concerns remaining about the game's security, particularly on PC.
Helldivers 2 players have gathered undeniable evidence of blue lasers and flying Terminids in the game, challenging the game director's previous dismissals, causing humorous reactions from the community.
Microsoft has announced that the Microsoft Rewards app on Xbox will be discontinued in April, with the weekly streak tasks also coming to an end, in favor of the Rewards hub.
Dyson has released its latest robot vacuum, the Dyson 360 Vis Nav, in the US and Canada, featuring improved power and cleaning capabilities compared to its predecessor.
Destiny 2 developer Bungie has announced a new horde mode called Onslaught, which will be released as part of the Into the Light update on April 9th, offering players a wave-based activity where they must defend a war asset from damage and introduce new defensive options.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers can now play The Quarry, a narrative-driven horror game developed by Supermassive Games, offering a party atmosphere with a fight for survival and multiple endings based on player choices.
Rockstar releases a surprise title update for Red Dead Redemption 2, which includes various improvements and fixes, but disappointingly does not add the highly anticipated 60 frames per second update for consoles.
Stardew Valley's 1.6 update leads to a record-breaking number of concurrent players on Steam, with over 146,000 players and a spot in the top 10 sellers list.
The Circle to Search feature on the Galaxy S24 Ultra may be broken by the latest Google app update, causing it to stop giving results and display an error message instead.
Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has released a patch that reduces the spawn rates of planet hazards and incidents of patrols spawning on players, but does not address the game's friend request issue.
Former Valorant director Joe Ziegler has been appointed as the new game director for Bungie's upcoming revival of the classic shooter Marathon, replacing Christopher Barrett, amid reports of creative leadership changes at the studio.
Sony is reportedly developing a PS5 Pro with improved specs and a new technology called PlayStation Spectral Resolution (PSSR) that can upscale 1080p images to 4K with minimal resources.
The Swatch and OMEGA Snoopy-inspired MoonSwatch watch collaboration, called "Mission to Moonphase," will be released on March 26, 2024, featuring an all-white "Full Moon" Moonphase design.
Apple plans to release the iPhone 16 series with a new ultra-thin bezel technology called Border Reduction Structure (BRS) to maximize the display size, which has been made possible due to recent advancements in heat dissipation technology.
Google has introduced an in-app version of Predictive Back on Android 14 to address accidental app exits, and is encouraging third-party developers to adopt it.
The upcoming Google Pixel 8a budget smartphone is set to feature a 120Hz display, a Tensor G3 chip, and other upgrades, bringing it closer to flagship quality.
A new study suggests that individuals who do not initially respond to resistance training can still experience muscle gains by adding more sets to their workout routine, emphasizing the importance of individual variation in exercise response.
Fitbit is introducing an AI-powered chatbot that analyzes health data and provides personalized insights to Fitbit Premium users, with the aim of enhancing the health and wellness experience.
Overwatch 2 is making all heroes free to unlock, but players who previously bought heroes will not be refunded.
Bungie has replaced Christopher Barrett as game director with Joe Ziegler for its upcoming game Marathon, leading to speculation of more layoffs at the studio and a shift towards selectable heroes instead of custom player characters.
The upcoming iPad Air 6 is rumored to feature a landscape front-facing camera, similar to the entry-level iPad 10 and potentially the new iPad Pro models.
Respawn has announced new security updates for Apex Legends in response to a series of hacks during an ALGS tournament, aiming to protect the player community and create a secure experience for everyone.
The developers of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves aim to conclude the story that was set up in Garou: Mark of the Wolves after 25 years, with a focus on character stories and a more fleshed-out story mode.
Google's parent company, Alphabet, saw its stock rise following reports that Apple may partner with Google's AI, Gemini, in the development of the iPhone's integrated artificial intelligence, potentially benefiting both companies in the AI race.
YouTube TV has started to roll out multiview to mobile devices, allowing users to watch multiple games simultaneously on their phones.
Ubisoft is utilizing generative AI to develop NPCs that can engage in more immersive conversations with players, using their prewritten backstory and personality to generate dynamic responses in real-time. However, these NPCs will still be limited by their role in the story and their character arcs, and the AI initiative remains driven by human developers.
Google researchers have developed an AI model called Vlogger that can transform a single still image of a person into a realistic moving, talking avatar, raising concerns about the potential for deepfake abuse.
Microsoft's Game Pass service adds new titles like Lightyear Frontier, Open Roads, and MLB The Show 24, while Ubisoft showcases AI-powered NPC tech for more realistic conversations with video game characters, and a new game mode is unveiled in The Finals.
Ubisoft showcased its latest AI gaming prototypes, NEO NPCs, which offer impressive cognitive and interactive abilities to non-player characters (NPCs), creating richer gaming experiences and driving the advancement of artificial intelligence in gaming.
The MacBook Air with the M3 chip is a very capable laptop, offering impressive performance and handling creative tasks well, making it a compelling choice over the MacBook Pro for most people.
OpenAI is set to release GPT-5, an enhanced version of its ChatGPT model, in the near future, with potential capabilities including the ability to call AI agents and perform tasks autonomously.
Bethesda Softworks has released an update for Starfield that includes improvements to the photo mode and scanner, bug fixes, and quality of life changes, but fans are still waiting for promised new content and features.
A maker named Kevin Noki created a custom Macintosh called the "Brewintosh," which replicates the 1986 Mac Plus with remarkable accuracy and functionality, requiring months of meticulous design, 3D printing, circuit building, and other skills.
Blizzard announces a standalone battle royale mode called Plunderstorm in World of Warcraft's latest content update, allowing players to compete as pirates in a limited-time event for the "next several weeks".
Microsoft has hired Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of Google's DeepMind, to lead its consumer AI initiatives and create compelling products for consumers.
Ubisoft showcased its new project called Neo NPCs at GDC, a generative AI prototype that aims to enhance player interactions with non-playable characters in video games, although the technology appears to be in the early stages and its potential impact is unclear.
The upcoming Google Pixel 8a is expected to feature a 120Hz display, Tensor G3, display output, and wider global availability, according to a new report.
Join the exciting Plunderstorm pirate-themed event in World of Warcraft, where you must be the last pirate standing and collect loot and upgrades to survive and earn rewards.