Blizzard has responded to the use of «kick bot macros» to automate gameplay in Rated PvP content, saying they are investigating the matter and will take appropriate steps to address it as soon as possible. In conjunction with automation programs like AutoHotKey, these macros ensure that important kicks against specific spells and stuns are never missed, interrupting the cast within its first or last millisecond to avoid manual cancelling, and automatically preventing the kick or stun if a buff like Divine Protection or Anti-Magic Shell would prevent it from succeeding. As claimed by the poster, a significant amount of highly ranked players have used these techniques for years now, which have also been highlighted in several gameplay videos linked below.
Astro Bot Rescue Mission PS VR2 Port is in Development – Rumour
29.08.2023 - 23:33 / gamingbolt.com / Nick Baker / Sony
Astro Bot hasn’t seen a major, flagship release so far, but though it doesn’t stand on the same footing as many of Sony’s other first party franchises, it’s still got a sizeable fanbase. Hugely responsible for that was Astro Bot Rescue Mission, with the PS VR-exclusive platformer having been widely by critics and audiences in the years since its launch. And it seems Sony may be looking to bring it to its current-gen VR headset, too.
That’s as per XboxEra co-founder Nick Baker. In a tweet referring to Sony’s recent trademark filings for Astro Bot, Baker said that based on what he’s heard, a PlayStation VR2 port of Astro Bot Rescue Mission is in the works. In a follow-up tweet, he added that he hasn’t heard anything about a new Astro Bot title for the PS5.
That, of course, doesn’t have to mean that one isn’t in the works. Developer Team Asobi confirmed through job listings in 2021 that it had started development on an unannounced PS5 title, and has gone on to describe the project as its biggest and most ambitious to date. Sony, meanwhile, has said that studio’s next game is in “a franchise for all ages with global appeal.”
Not sure it’s related but I’ve heard they’re doing a PSVR2 port of Astro https://t.co/G8BYf2y3PP
— Nick (@Shpeshal_Nick) <a href=«https://twitter.com/Shpeshal_Nick/status/1696419046139539702?ref_src=» https:>August 29, 2023
Yeah I think it’s Rescue Mission being ported. I’ve heard nothing on a sequel to the PS5 one. I wish though.
— Nick (@Shpeshal_Nick) <a href=«https://twitter.com/Shpeshal_Nick/status/1696423784503513492?ref_src=» https:>August 29, 2023
EA Sports UFC 5 Video Outlines Real Impact System, Seamless Submissions and More
Electronic Arts announced its next big title in the EA Sports UFC series would launch next month. EA Sports UFC 5 is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, offering several new features to enhance the experience. A new gameplay video sees the developer talking about the same. Check it out below.
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MMO dev forced to respond to player hoping to dodge anti-bot rules by using their own amputated toe to grind through the night
One of the devs at Old School RuneScape developer Jagex started this week with what I can only assume was the strangest player-submitted question of their career: "Can I use my amputated toe for the Duke mining method?"
5 things about AI you may have missed today: Nvidia-RIL announce AI partnership, ‘Jugalbandi’ bot set up at G20 and more
AI Roundup: Nvidia has partnered Reliance Industries for AI applications in India, while the Tata Group will announce its partnership with the US chip maker today. On the other hand, Alibaba-owned Ant Group unveiled its financial large language model alongside two other AI-powered solutions. G20 delegates will witness India's AI prowess with the ‘Jugalbandi' conversational AI bot on display at the G20 venue.
EA Sports UFC 5 Releases on October 27th for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S
Electronic Arts has announced that EA Sports UFC 5 will release on October 27th for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Pre-orders are now available, with the Standard Edition costing $69.99 and the Deluxe Edition retailing for $99.99. Check out its gameplay reveal trailer below.
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These 6 Companies Are Big Tech 'Gatekeepers,' European Commission Says
The European Commission has designated its first six gatekeepers under the Digital Markets Act, and they're probably not a surprise: Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft.
EA Sports UFC 5 Trailer Coming September 7th, Cover Athletes Revealed
After long-standing rumors, EA Sports UFC 5 was finally confirmed last July. Electronic Arts has since announced the first trailer reveal for September 7th at 8 AM PST. It also revealed this year’s cover athletes, with Alexander Volkanovski and Valentina Shevchenko sharing space on the Standard Edition.
EA Sports' Anticipated WRC Game Will Take a Long, Easy Left to PS5 Soon | Push Square
We’ve been hearing about EA Sports’ officially licensed World Rally Championship title for what feels like an eternity, but Dealabs’ ever-reliable billbil-kun has now broken the first details. The racing simulation – launching on PS5 alongside other modern consoles – is targeting a 3rd November launch date, with three-day early access available with the Champions Edition. A 10-hour trial will also be available to EA Play members from 31st October.
Moss Developer Goes Live Service in Glassbreakers, a Multiplayer VR Title | Push Square
Polyarc, the VR dev best known for the Moss series, has announced its next title will be a live-service multiplayer game called Glassbreakers: Champions of Moss. Set inside the Moss universe, this is a «1v1 real-time battler» where you pick three fighters with their own unique abilities and you brawl it out to see who's best. Check out the trailer above for more context.
Codemasters' EA Sports WRC gets November release date and first trailer
EA Sports WRC — the officially licensed, Codemasters-developed FIA World Rally Championship game — has been officially unveiled, bringing with it a first gameplay trailer and a release date of 3rd November on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.