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Season 3 of introduces many new customization options for your character, including the Juggernaut's Aspect which can be applied to any gear piece. This defensive modification works for any class and gives a strong protection buff that could work with certain builds. The seasonal content offers this Aspect as a reward for engaging with the new story introduced for this season.

Apple plans to settle a lawsuit that accused chip startup Rivos of stealing its trade secrets related to computer-chip technology, according to a joint court filing on Friday in California federal court. The companies told the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California that they had "signed an agreement that potentially settles the case," and that the agreement allows Apple to examine Rivos' systems and recover any confidential information.

A dream collaboration between Tom Cruise and Quentin Tarantino could be coming to fruition after the duo almost worked together on Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood.

Intel could be banned from selling three generations' worth of its CPUs in Germany following a court ruling that the company has labeled as disappointing. While the verdict is still not final, this turn of events threatens to put a dent in Intel's prospects in the largest European economy.

Apple is lagging behind the likes of ChatGPT and Google's Gemini in a lot of aspects. However, the company has invested heavily in AI as it aims to bring the technology to the iPhone 16 lineup later this year with the release of iOS 18. It is now being reported that Apple researchers have released a new AI model that can edit images based natural language commands by the user. The technology will possibly be showcased at the company's WWDC 2024 event in June.

In 2023, TSMC only had one 3nm customer, which was Apple, but as it takes on more clients this year, it needs to address its production capabilities to cater to additional orders. According to one report, the Taiwanese giant intends to increase production to 100,000 monthly wafers in 2024 while also focusing on increasing yields by 3nm.

AI model forecasts psychosis via brain scans; Rajasthan teen creates AgRobot to revolutionise farming; California bill proposes mandatory AI model testing; OpenAI's Altman pursues trillions for chip- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.

Back in 2014, California-based Night School Studio was set up by Disney and Telltale vets Sean Krankel (right) and Adam Hines (far right). The duo's debut was 2016's Oxenfree, with the company also releasing a mobile title based on hit television show Mr Robot that same year.

Take-Two Interactive has an interesting response to gamers upset with what the company does with the in-game currency they buy. In an ongoing dispute over whether money is essentially stolen when a game’s servers shut down, Take-Two characterized in-game virtual currency as “fictions created by game publishers.”

CoD MW3 Season 2 has brought a whole host of new content, with maps such as Stash House earning fan praise for not only being an “instant classic”, but also for featuring a Breaking Bad link in the maps’ trailer.

Microsoft reneged on promises it made in court during its Federal Trade Commission (FTC) antitrust trial in 2023 by laying off 1,900 employees in late January, according to the FTC. FTC lawyer Imad Abyad filed a letter with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit on Wednesday, effectively telling on Microsoft. “This newly-revealed information contradicts Microsoft’s representations in this proceeding,” the FTC lawyer wrote.

Samsung's much-loved S Series smartphones have just undergone a never-before-seen transformation. Unleashing new experiences with Galaxy AI, the all-new Galaxy S24 Series of smartphones that was unveiled at the Galaxy Unpacked event in San Jose, California, on January 17, 2024, are set to redefine the way you interact with your smartphone forever.

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This upcoming life sim from a former Stardew Valley dev finally has a name and a release window, and we couldn't be more up for it.

Season 3 of introduces Nightmare Vaults, or larger dungeons you can unlock with special keys called Vault Sigils. These areas are filled with Construct enemies and bosses you can defeat for rare rewards. However, opening Vaults requires materials from world events exclusive to the seasonal content throughout Sanctuary.

Apple iPhone was the top-selling smartphone series in China for the first time last year, a surprisingly strong showing in the face of fierce local competition and expanding government prohibitions against the American company's technology. The iPhone ranked first in shipments in the fourth quarter and 2023 overall, market tracker IDC said. It came after several analysts, including Jefferies, said iPhone sales tanked in the fourth quarter due to a lull in enthusiasm for the Cupertino, California company's latest generation of hardware in the world's biggest smartphone market. IDC also noted rising competition from domestic names like a resurgent Huawei Technologies Co., but timely discounts and promotions helped reduce the harm for Apple. 

As Nintendo has proven over the last several years, they’re dedicated to not just making the best video games possible featuring their IPs but trying to take those IPs and bring them to new places so that they can “lure in” new people to check them out. Last year, they released the first of what might be a grand movie slate, with Mario’s first animated feature not only getting nominated for awards but also bringing in over 1.3 billion dollars! Then, there’s Super Nintendo World, the amusement that Nintendo has built with Universal Studios. The park already has locations in Japan and California, and Orlando is set to drop soon.

A bunch of companies in the technology sector have been laying off some of their employees recently after quickly ramping up hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic while people spent more time and money online. Now, many of them are making job cuts to help lower costs and bolster their bottom lines. Here's some of the companies that have laid of employees of late:

Striking Distance Studios seems to be on the comeback trail, with recent news of new openings.

Death Stranding, Hideo Kojima's surreal package delivery title that first launched as a PlayStation exclusive in 2019 and later ported to PC, has a new release date on Apple devices. The Director's Cut version of the game is arriving January 30 on iPhone, iPad and Mac, with pre-orders currently open, 505 Games announced Tuesday. The studio, which was also responsible for the PC port, will bring the Kojima Productions' title to compatible apple devices. These include the A17 Pro-powered iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, and iPad and macOS devices running on M1 chip or later. Death Standing was first announced for Apple platforms at the company's WWDC event in June last year, where Kojima showed off Mac gameplay and promised support for future titles.

Google Chrome is getting an artificial intelligence upgrade that will bring new experimental features to your browser aimed at making all work-life tasks easier. Google has been experimenting with AI technology in recent years, with the most impact being seen on its Pixel smartphones. It also recently introduced Gemini, a family of Large Language Models (LLMs) to compete with OpenAI's GPT. The California-based tech giant has also been hard at work incorporating AI technology into Google Chrome, its popular browser. Now, the AI push is gaining traction as the company has pushed out a massive Google Chrome AI update which brings experimental AI features. Know all about this latest Google Chrome update.

A California startup using artificial intelligence (AI) and satellites to spot fire and weather risks on power lines, AiDash, reported on Tuesday it had raised $50 million in new funding, reflecting Silicon Valley efforts to create products that help energy companies adapt to climate change.

RagaAI has secured funding to develop a tool that aims to diagnose and fix flaws with artificial intelligence systems, responding to an increasing emphasis on safety and reliability during the AI boom.

Over the last few years, a new category of earbuds has emerged - gaming earbuds. These devices not only cater to audiophiles with good sound quality, but also to gamers courtesy of features such as low latency, dual mics, and long battery life. Consequently, they have become some of the most crucial gadgets to carry around for gaming on the go. Despite being a relatively new segment, the budget gaming earbuds category has strong competition with boAt, Noise, Truke, and Wings, among others vying for attention. Now, Nu Republic has emerged as the latest contender taking them on with its Transform-X earbuds. But are they worth the purchase or just another option in an ocean of wireless earbuds? Know it in our review.

Motorola was acquired by Lenovo back in 2014 from Google, and since then, it has carved somewhat of a market for itself in this cutthroat space, but nothing too drastic. However, the company intends to change that and is betting on the future, believing that its smartphone brand can become the world’s third-biggest. In fact, one Lenovo executive is putting his paycheck on the line while boasting such claims.

Forty years ago Steve Jobs revolutionised personal computing by launching the Apple Macintosh, the first PC with a user-friendly mouse and graphical interface that helped the machines enter the everyday lives of people for the first time.

Apple Inc., which is poised to launch its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset on Feb. 2, is already envisioning future workplace applications for the device, including using it for surgery, aircraft repair and teaching students. 

CD Projekt Red may be teasing the location for 's sequel — currently codenamed Project Orion — and potentially the year it's set in. If so, the sequel could take place in a futuristic version of a real-world location, being a departure from 's completely fictional Night City.

UK Parcel firm disables AI chat after poetic bot critiques customer service; AI flags patients pre-surgery alcohol risks, outperformed diagnosis codes; California community unveils AI tech to prevent School shootings; Mark Zuckerberg's open source AGI sparks concerns among experts- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.

Apple Inc.'s long-awaited Vision Pro mixed-reality headset finally became available for preorders on Friday, giving the company its first real taste of consumer demand for the $3,499 device. With the launch, the company disclosed two additional configurations: a version with 512 gigabytes of storage for $3,699, and a top-end model with 1 terabyte of space for $3,899. The base model includes 256 gigabytes of storage. The company also said it would sell a carrying case for $199 and additional batteries for $199, while extra bands will cost $99 a piece. 

Naughty Dog's is a devastating tale of parallel protagonists. Its inciting incident is a brutal torture sequence, and the game only spirals into more stomach-turning violence from there on. By the time reaches is unflinchingly bloody finale, it's difficult to feel as though something has actually been accomplished after experiencing a narrative that has only plummeted wildly into chaos. 's core tenet seems to be a warning that violence only begets violence, and the game's focus on insatiable revenge only leaves those involved with traumatic uncertainty.

Award-winning indie game Sea of Stars is set to expand its reach with a physical release in spring 2024. The surprise announcement of its boxed edition arrived some five months after Sea of Stars debuted to critical acclaim.

Robotics startup Figure said it has signed a partnership with BMW Manufacturing to deploy its humanoid robots in the car maker's facility in the U.S., as more companies turn to human-like robots to take on certain physical tasks.

Sam Altman said that his dramatic and quickly-reversed firing at OpenAI was less nerve-wracking than how the world approaches making artificial intelligence as capable as humans.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai told employees to expect more job cuts at the Alphabet-owned company this year, The Verge reported on Wednesday, citing an internal memo.

In a groundbreaking move, Google has unveiled an advanced AI-powered multisearch feature in the United States, reshaping the way users engage with their mobile devices. The innovative Google AI multisearch feature is set to roll out on January 31. It caters to users of cutting-edge smartphones like the Google Pixel 8, Google Pixel 8 Pro, and the newly launched Samsung Galaxy S24 series.

Wordle 943 answer for January 18: January has been an easy month for Wordle players, which comes as a surprise considering how tricky the puzzle game can be at times. So far, Wordle players have come across words such as LUNGE, AGING, BRIEF, TWIRL, and LUNCH, all of which can be guessed without too much difficulty. It is the same case today as Wordle 943 answer for January 18 can be guessed without too much fuss! That said, new Wordle players might feel a bit overwhelmed due to a lack of any hints or clues. Making random guesses is not advised since players only have a limited number of attempts. But don't fret! We've got your back. If you wish to avoid breaking the winning streak, check Wordle 943 hints, and clues here. And scroll down to the very end if you'd like to view the answer to today's puzzle.

In a strategic move, Activision Blizzard is tightening its grip on unfair play within Call of Duty, announcing that the game will now automatically close if it detects mouse and keyboard players activating aim assist. The gaming giant, through its anti-cheat technology called Ricochet, aims to put an end to the use of third-party devices like XIM, Cronus Zen, and ReaSnow S1, which have long allowed players to blend the precision of mouse and keyboard with the advantages of aim assist and reduced recoil from controllers.

Garena Free Fire Redeem Codes for January 18: While Garena Free Fire is one of the most popular battle-royale games in the world, it faces stiff competition from others in the market such as PUBG, Call of Duty Mobile, Apex Legends, and even its advanced version, Garena Free Fire MAX! As such, the developers of the game have to be hard at work to integrate new features and bring out exciting events. This is a move to prevent players from switching to alternate games. One such event that has recently been introduced in Garena Free Fire is the Iron Rave Ring event. What does it offer? By playing this event, players can get their hands on the amazing Iron Blade Bundle! So, if you wish to obtain it, check out the details of the Iron Rave Ring event in Garena Free Fire below.

Managing a large-scale team while keeping track of each team member and their tasks is not as easy as it seems. Project management is a vast area that requires strategic planning to keep everyone on the same page including clients and employees. Therefore, to keep up with the teams, projects, and ensure high productivity, we have found an AI-powered tool called theAyanza app that will help you manage teams and projects efficiently. This tool will ensure employee productivity, and collaboration, align organizational goals, and more. Check out more about the Ayanza app here.

WhatsApp Channel was one of the biggest highlights for Meta platforms last year and a huge number of users quickly took to it. Now, WhatsApp is rolling out more intuitive features to make Channels interactive for admins and followers. However, these features were already revealed before and now, it looks like they may be starting to roll out for users. The biggest change of the upcoming update would be a new interface for channel content shared as a status update. Know more about the upcoming WhatsApp Channels features.

BGMI 3.0 update: Battlegrounds Mobile India ( BGMI) in December announced the 2.9 update with the Frozen Kingdom theme. Now, the first half of January is almost over, which means we will soon be hearing about the 3.0 update. However, some tipsters have already started sharing what might come with the new BGMI update. With the new update, we may see new themes, rewards, events, modes, and more that will improve the overall gaming experience and give players a chance to play in a variety of battlefield settings. If you are waiting for the new BGMI 3.0 update then check out the leaked modes of the game.

Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes for January 18: Luck Royale events have been extremely popular in Garena Free Fire MAX recently, so much so that the game's developers have been rolling out one after another. Now, one more event has arrived in Garena Free Fire MAX, and it offers Poker MP40 skins as top rewards! This event comes following the success of Free Fire Emote Royale that offered emotes such as Heartbroken, Bony Fumes, Mind it!, and The Collapse. So, if you wish to obtain amazing weapon skins in the game, then check out the details of the Free Fire MP40 Ring event in Garena Free Fire MAX below.

Did you know that not all asteroids have the same composition? According to NASA, the three primary classifications of asteroids are C-type, S-type, and M-type. C-type asteroids, which are composed primarily of carbon-rich substances, are the most frequent. S-type asteroids, which are made up mainly of silicate minerals, are less common. M-type asteroids, which are primarily composed of metal, are the least prevalent. One asteroid, whose composition is still unknown, is set to pass Earth today, January 18. Know all about this close encounter.

Galaxy Unpacked: After months of anticipation, Samsung finally took the wraps off the Samsung Galaxy S24 series at the Galaxy Unpacked event held in San Jose, California on January 17. As always, the highlight of the event was the unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series in which the Galaxy S24 Ultra got plenty of stage time. However, it wasn't the only big reveal. The South Korean tech giant also focused heavily on AI and showcased its latest tech innovation, Galaxy AI, which will empower the Galaxy devices to offer much more than just a traditional smartphone experience, and event went to the extent of calling it Samsung's ‘Eureka moment'. Samsung also took a page out of Apple's book by having its ‘One more thing' moment where it showcased its latest health innovation. Check out the 10 big announcements from the Galaxy S24 series launch event.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Samsung on Wednesday released its latest Galaxy smartphone with new artificial intelligence features as the South Korean giant seeks to regain its spot as the world's biggest phone seller from Apple. The premium Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra -- unveiled at an event in San Jose, California -- was said to have the capability to translate foreign language phone calls and texts simultaneously. Available in 13 languages, the on-device function is powered by Samsung's own AI technology.

A federal appeals court on Wednesday ordered Apple to halt the US sale of its latest smartwatch models in a feud over patents with health company Masimo.

There was a time, more than a decade ago at this point, when Netflix was the greatest platform in the world for catching up on classic movies you always meant to see, or discovering something fantastic. But as the streaming wars got more competitive and crowded, legacy-release movies started showing up in fewer and fewer places. Thankfully, with the streaming war waning slightly, with companies like Disney and Warner Bros. emphasizing theatrical releases over streaming, Netflix is getting back into the classic movies game.

On the day the South Korean tech major launched its flagship smartphone series at the Unpacked product launch event in San Jose, California, it also teased a new product   - Samsung Galaxy Ring. This is its latest push into the personal and health fitness segment and here it will come face-to-face with rival Oura Ring. The Samsung Galaxy Ring will also look to take on Apple which is well established in this segment with its wearables gadgets. The new Galaxy Smart Ring packs sensors that the company believes will be enough to persuade consumers to consider it a viable gadget vis a vis the competition. 

Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Apple iPhone 15: Today, Samsung launched its new Galaxy S24 series with three upgraded variants at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event in San Jose, California. The new Samsung smartphone generation has a huge number of standout features to offer especially in terms of artificial intelligence (AI). However, is it better than the Apple iPhone 15 series? Well, that's a discussion that should be done through in-depth specs comparison. To better understand the capabilities of the two smartphones by these leading tech companies, let's check out how the vanilla models, which are the Samsung Galaxy S24 and iPhone 15, differ in terms of price, chipset, camera, display, and more. This will help you understand which smartphone is best for you.

Samsung Galaxy S24 live: At the Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event today, being held in San Jose, California, the South Korean tech major Samsung has launched its flagship model - Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. Even at first glance at its features, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has emerged as a potent contender to Apple's premier smartphone, the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which has stood as one of the market's finest choices along with the Google Pixel 8 Pro. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra stands out as the best Android phone as it boasts an incredible set of features, including a larger screen and more cameras than the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Both gadgets have some similar characteristics, such as a titanium frame. To help you make an informed decision about your next purchase, here's a side-by-side comparison of the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. 

Samsung Galaxy S24 series smartphones have been launched today at the Galaxy Unpacked event in San Jose, California and it is instantly made clear by the company that the focus is on artificial intelligence as much as it is on the hardware itself. Samsung has revealed that it has deployed Google's generative artificial intelligence technology in its Samsung Galaxy S24 series smartphones that were unveiled on Wednesday, the companies said. Also read: Samsung Galaxy S24 launch LIVE: All the latest updates

Samsung Galaxy S24 live: Samsung has launched its latest flagship smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event in San Jose, California. The new lineup includes the Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus, and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, along with the highly anticipated Galaxy AI. Whether you're thinking of switching from an iPhone to the Samsung Galaxy S24 or considering an upgrade from your old Android phone, let's dive into the specifications, camera features, price and more of these latest flagship phones to better understand what they offer so that you can make an informed decision. Notably, Samsung Galaxy S24 and Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus will be facing fierce rivalry from Apple's iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus across global markets.

Epic Games boss Tim Sweeney has vowed more legal action against Apple, just days after the US Supreme Court dismissed both parties' further attempts to appeal a 2021 California court ruling on the Epic vs. Apple antitrust lawsuit.

The anticipation for Samsung's first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year is reaching a fever pitch, and leaks of alleged promotional videos are adding fuel to the excitement. Recently surfaced online, these videos provide a sneak peek into the advanced AI capabilities of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 series, promising a host of innovative features.

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The US Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to hear a challenge by Apple to a lower court's decision requiring changes to certain rules in its lucrative App Store, as the justices shunned the lengthy legal battle between the iPhone maker and Epic Games, maker of the popular video game Fortnite.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked LIVE: All the expected launches at the event

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Samsung is gearing up for the big unveil of its latest flagship smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S24 series later today, January 17. The Galaxy Unpacked event is being held in San Jose, California, and will be streamed live online for the world to witness Samsung's latest tech innovations. As part of its flagship smartphone lineup, three models are expected to launch - Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. While the Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus are likely to get upgrades over their predecessors, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to be the highlight of the show, with major upgrades coming its way. Ahead of the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, here's everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra specs so far.

2K has officially announced that it’s rebooting the Top Spin series.

The United States Supreme Court has denied a request to hear Epic Games v. Apple, the antitrust lawsuit regarding Apple's practices in its app store.

It was a sunny spring day in 2020, amid the social isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, when I beatThe Last of Us Part 2. As its long credits rolled, I paced around my small apartment living room unpacking what transpired. I adored the sequel’s first two acts and its multifaceted discussion of cyclical violence, but I found myself critical of its California-set finale. It seemed to backtrack on all the nuance of Ellie and Abbey’s struggle by introducing a definitively evil faction that I wouldn’t feel bad about shooting with a machine gun. It was a discordant note at the end of a symphony, but I was determined to dig below my surface and try to understand what Naughty Dog was going for. It had earned that.

The Last of Us Part II Remastered hits PlayStation 5 exclusively on Friday, January 19. I recently played through its story, my first of the remastered version but my third time overall. Or rather, I watched my wife, a first-time player unspoiled of its events, play through it – I interviewed her about it, and you can read those impressions here. But I experienced The Last of Us Part II’s story once more nonetheless. Big surprise: I really loved it, just like I did in 2020. I might like it even more now today, to be honest.

A slump in smartphone demand did not shake Apple’s resolve or the sales momentum of its iPhones because, according to the latest data, the California-based giant achieved one milestone that it took the firm 13 years to fulfill ever since it launched the first iPhone, and that is overtaking its closest adversary, Samsung, in global smartphone shipments.

Xbox Game Pass added two acclaimed horror games in the form of Resident Evil 2 and Those Who Remain to its sizable content library. This catalog expansion arrives mere days after the last Xbox Game Pass update introduced Super Mega Baseball 4 and We Happy Few.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event: Samsung is gearing up for the big launch of its flagship Galaxy S24 series at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17. While the last Samsung event was held at the company's home turf in South Korea, Samsung has shifted venue, and the Galaxy Unpacked event is set to take place in San Jose, California. As per the rumours, the highlight of the event is expected to be the new Samsung Galaxy S24 series, but it is not likely to be the only announcement. Leaks suggest Samsung will have plenty on offer, including major AI announcements with Galaxy AI, as well as a possibility of the Galaxy Ring. Check out all the expected announcements at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event.

 An Apple Inc. software fix to remove the blood oxygen saturation feature from its devices following an import ban was approved by the US, according to Masimo Corp.

If you like playing video games for several hours at a time, you should be sitting on a proper gaming chair. Without one, you may soon start feeling body pains that may dampen your gaming experience. Gaming chairs can range from budget-friendly to expensive, so to help you save some cash, we’ve rounded up our favorite gaming chair deals. There’s a lot to choose from out there, but we already did the legwork in selecting the ones that provide the best value. you need to hurry with your purchase though, as we’re not sure when their prices will return to normal.

Epic Games founder and majority stakeholder Tim Sweeney took to Twitter to congratulate Microsoft for overtaking Apple as the world's most valuable company by market value. He also criticized Apple and Google in the same tweet.

As the countdown begins for Samsung Unpacked 2024, tech enthusiasts eagerly await the unveiling of Samsung's latest flagship smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. Samsung Galaxy S24 launch is scheduled for January 17 at 1 pm ET in San Jose, California, this event promises to be, not only a showcase of cutting-edge devices, but also introduce new 'Galaxy AI' features.

Lockheed Martin Corp. and NASA gave the public a sneak peek of a plane that could pave the way for cutting some flight times in half.  The X-59, which was unveiled on Friday afternoon in Palmdale, California, has been designed to fly faster than the speed of sound with much less noise. When planes break the sound barrier — called Mach 1 — a loud and continuous sonic boom is created that can shatter windows on the ground. The US banned civilian aircraft from reaching this speed over land in 1973.

American Truck Simulator's list of confirmed future stops is beginning to pile up; not only has developer SCS revealed trips to Nebraska and Arkansas are on the horizon, it's announced it'll be pulling into Missouri when those two expansions are done.

The ground beneath Square Enix's Tetsuya Nomura's feet trembled. In his time since serving as character designer and visual director on Final Fantasy VII, his legend has grown substantially. In addition to working on nearly every acclaimed Final Fantasy game since Nomura also helped create the Kingdom Hearts series and has become a figurehead and luminary within the stacked ranks of Square Enix's stable of developers. But this 2015 trip to Los Angeles, California, was different.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League exists at a strange intersection of gaming hype. On the one hand, obviously, we are and should be excited for Rocksteady's return to the Arkham Universe that it popularized through some of the greatest superhero games of all time. Obviously. But on the other hand, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League deviates from so many of the conventions that made Arkham Asylum, Arkham City, and Arkham Knight so beloved. And so many of those conventions that Kill the Justice League embraces – such as a team-based, co-op infrastructure, and a live-service-inspired post-launch content plan – have crashed and burned in other superhero games, most notably Crystal Dynamic's ill-fated 2020 Avengers title.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman may have gone through a huge crisis after being fired and re-appointed within days, but he is not letting any grass grow under his feet as far as his personal life is concerned. Social media is all agog about Altman marrying his partner Oliver Mulherin today. While no official word has come from any source so far, a few photographs are going viral on X/Twitter indicating the deed is done. These photos were reportedly shared by Mulhorin, but that is not confirmed. In fact, there is still no official confirmation about the marriage at all except what is going viral on the web.

With just a week to go for the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Event, the hype is at an all-time high. This year, Samsung has again shifted the launch venue from its headquarters in South Korea to San Jose, California. The highlight of the Galaxy Unpacked Event is expected to be the launch of the flagship Samsung Galaxy S24 series featuring 3 variants - Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. And with just a week to go before the unveiling, Samsung Galaxy S24 leaks are now surfacing rapidly. A new leak suggests that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 series will likely appeal to gamers due to one big feature - a larger vapour chamber. Here's all about it.

Max Evry, the author of "A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch’s Dune. An Oral History," has found a half-written script for the sequel, he revealed in WIRED on Wednesday.

Just over two years ago, Netflix announced it would enter a new business: gaming. Amid a mobile gaming market dominated by free-to-play and ad-supported business models, Netflix’s plan was to make its games free without ads or in-app purchases. The gambit may now be starting to pay off. In 2023, Netflix Games downloads increased by over 180% year-over-year, according to estimates from market intelligence firm Sensor Tower. In total, the games have been downloaded 81.2 million times worldwide across the App Store and Google Play in 2023, with the fourth quarter accounting for around 53% of those downloads.