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As players continue exploring the PTR, the massive itemization changes coming to Diablo 4 in Season 4 are at the forefront of everyone's minds, but here's something you may have missed — Gems have received a refresh in preparation for the upcoming season!Amethyst, Emerald, Sapphire, and Topaz will now grant Primary Stats when socketed into Armor, boosting Strength, Dexterity, Willpower, and Intelligence respectively. Additionally, nearly all Gem effects have been buffed across the board. Here's a side-by-side comparison of the old effects and their upcoming changes:

Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. Then everything changed when the Fire Nation came to Fortnite. Yup, that’s right: Avatar: The Last Airbender is coming to Fortnite as part of the ongoing Chapter 5 Season 2 content. Three members of the series’ main gang — Katara, Toph, and Zuko — will be available for purchase as Outfits in the Fortnite item shop starting Tuesday.

Brought to our attention by our island neighbors at The Verge, Walmart is currently offering a rare discount on the Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing bundle. Typically this bundle would cost $199.99, but the limited-edition Nintendo Switch Lite that comes with a digital copy of Animal Crossing New Horizons costs just $179.99. Sure, the discount is only $20, but you’re effectively saving $80 on the combined price of both items, and paying less overall than you would for any other version of the Switch Lite.

We’re all awaiting the full release of Frostpunk 2 to give us some chills during the heat of the summer, but you don’t have to wait until July to go back to the Frostlands. Developer 11 Bit Studios is hosting a beta period where players can experience some of the game much earlier. This isn’t a regular open beta where anyone is free to download it and play with no restrictions. There is one big catch to gaining access, and even then, it is only available for a very limited time. Here’s what you need to know about the Frostpunk 2 beta and how to join it.

Unicorn Overlord is one of many great games that debuted during March. But next to Dragon’s Dogma 2 and Princess Peach: Showtime!, it’s possible that Vanillaware’s latest game flew under your radar, despite the developer’s stellar pedigree for RPGs. You definitely shouldn’t miss out on it now that it’s $20 off, costing $39.99 at Amazon, GameStop, and Best Buy on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5.

Stellar Blade's director says the games industry needs more diversity in its releases, including console titles and single-player games with endings that don't go on forever.

The Fallout TV series will be arriving on Amazon Prime Video on April 11, and that means there's never been a better time in recent memory to jump back onto the Fallout hype train in full force (When is Fallout 5, Bethesda?) For now, we'll have to satiate our appetites with a new TV series and a hat full of excellent other games to play. Check out all the best Fallout deals we've found just below, and make sure you've got that Amazon Prime membership ready and waiting (otherwise there's a free 30-day trial here as well).

The Red Hulk, also known as, General Thaddeus E. «Thunderbolt» Ross, comes to as an absolute powerhouse of a card this season. Starting at 11 Power, the Red Hulk is meant to be one of the last cards played on the field at a Cost of 6. Patience is key, as it grows from Energy not used on your opponent's turn. This makes him a great flex card for any competitive deck.

MediaTek plans to go all out with the upcoming Dimensity 9400 in sheer size, as a fresh rumor floating around claims that the SoC will flaunt the biggest die size to be used in a smartphone platform ever. Thanks to this size increase, the Dimensity 9400 is also said to sport in excess of 30 billion transistors, making the count 32 percent higher than the 22.7 billion transistors found on the Dimensity 9300.

The number of arcades in Japan, the world’s third-biggest games market, have declined by nearly 8,000 over the past decade, according to a new report.

The infamous Guardians of the Galaxy have just received a revamp on their skills in . These cards boast tremendous power when used in succession with each other and other synergies. One could even potentially use their deck well in the meta game as long as their predicting skills are on point. Try your luck out with the Guardians of the Galaxy cards and put their strength to the test.

Many players in the Diablo community have expressed their fondness for the Tree of Whispers as a «town hub», even if it is not considered a town by conventional means. The Diablo 4 Patch 1.4.0 PTR added a Jeweler NPC to the Tree of Whispers, making the hub even more useful now! Diablo 4 PTR Overview Diablo 4 PTR Patch Notes All that is missing now is an Alchemist and a Gambling NPC, which are some of the lesser-used NPCs in your everyday Diablo 4 life. To change the appearance of your character or your horse you are still required to visit another town. What is your favorite town hub in Diablo 4? Let us know in the comments below!

Microcenter is running some amazing combo deals on Intel Core i9-12900K, i7-12700K & i5-12600K, coupled with 32 GB memory & Z790 motherboards.

Players have discovered that completing The Wild Gods quest in Felwood will grant access to some amazing rewards! These include pre-raid BiS gear and Darkmoon cards that are contained in Shadowtooth Bag. Phase 3 Rune Discoveries Sunken Temple is Hard These items all require level 50, and cost 12-15 Wild Offering each: Players can complete this quest and unlock access to these rewards by following the Guide below:

The PTR for Diablo 4 Patch 1.4.0 is well underway, and players have been delving into the variety of content to be tested. While the new systems and content have proven to be a nice change of pace for many, some players feel that the rewards from some content leave more to be desired. One such case appears to be the new Tormented Echoes Bosses, which are supercharged level 200 versions of the ladder bosses such as Duriel, Varshan, and the new boss, Andariel. These Super Bosses drop a number of Legendary and Unique items, Summoning Materials for other bosses, and one very important reward — one Resplendent Spark for killing your first Tormented Boss. A number of players have taken issue with the rewards offered by this difficult challenge, and several have taken to social media sites and the PTR forums to address their concerns. Reddit user Oceanfather created a post on the Diablo 4 Subreddit about this topic, mentioning the much steeper material requirement to summon the empowered bosses such as Tormented Grigiore. The problem is, when a boss is slain, they drop the same amount of Shard of Agony as their normal counterpart. This creates a situation where if you wish to get materials to summon Duriel or Andariel, it is currently more economical to repeatedly farm the normal, less challenging, and less rewarding version of these bosses. Blizzard has since responded to the post, stating that there will be some degree of changes coming to the rewards of Tormented Echo Bosses.

The StandUp For GamesAid comedy night returns on Tuesday, April 23rd at the London Comedy Store.

Gamers who haven’t upgraded to the PlayStation 5, this is the offer that you’ve been waiting for — the PlayStation 5 Slim Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 bundle for only $450 from Best Buy. The console already costs $500 and the game sells for $70, so you’re looking at savings of $120 if you purchase this bundle. You’re going to have to act fast though — while the supply issues of the PlayStation 5 are a thing of the past, it still flies off the shelves, so if you don’t want to wait for the next restock, you better complete your transaction as soon as possible.

With Phase 3 of Season of Discovery in full swing, players have discovered that reaching Friendly Reputation with the Emerald Wardens will unlock 1 Rune for every Class! Here's a breakdown of our guides and Class Rune Guides below -- Nightmare Incursions Guide Emerald Wardens Reputation Guide

Blizzard is looking at feedback regarding high Veiled Crystal costs associated with the new Codex of Power in the Diablo 4 PTR, and could be reducing costs in the future. While many materials have received changes in the PTR, in some cases completely overhauling their systems, Veiled Crystal have become a pain point — what was once an incredibly common material has now become much rarer, and high costs are eating through lowered supplies. Blizzard has not committed to a firm change yet, however they've noted that the feedback regarding these Crystals is common.

It’s now been a few weeks since the Cutting Edge Warbond was released so of course fans of Arrowhead Game Studios’ sequel are wondering when the Helldivers 2 April Warbond release date will be.

Helldivers 2’s next Premium Warbond launches April 11, Sony has announced.

Amazon is offering another decent batch of games to Prime members at no extra cost for the month of April. Leading the bunch is Fallout 76, a multiplayer take on the post-apocalyptic franchise. There’s also the hack and slash adventure Chivalry 2 and around a dozen more.

If you’re looking to add more to your GTA Online experience, Rockstar’s premium subscription service GTA Plus might just be for you.

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is going to go official in a couple of months, and based on all the information that we have so far, Samsung is looking to make some changes to its foldable phone, which is always a good thing. I believe that the past iterations have been held back in terms of design, and this is a great opportunity for Samsung to deliver something nicer. Now, a tip has surfaced showing a prototype of the device, which shows how the phone will have a slightly taller and wider display than last year, and it honestly looks good.

Just weeks after the launch of Vivo T3, the company is gearing up to launch another smartphone, the Vivo T3x. Although there is no official information, rumours suggest that the launch of the smartphone could take place soon. It is likely to be of either the budget or the mid-range segment and could sit above the T3 in Vivo's smartphone lineup. From features, and price to release date, know all about the rumoured Vivo T3x.

Just days after its launch, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 sale in India has commenced today, April 4. The smartphone is the successor to the OnePlus Nord CE 3 which launched last year, competing in the mid-range segment. Some of the standout features of the OnePlus Nord CE 4 include its 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC and 100W fast charging. With the sale commencing today, check out its price, offers and other details.

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Rockstar introduced its own subscription service in 2022, GTA Plus. Designed for dedicated players of GTA Online, GTA Plus gets subscribers monthly in-game rewards and exclusives. Rockstar also added a few older GTA games, including the remastered trilogy, which subscribers can play for no additional cost. Despite its name, that library was expanded beyond GTA alone last week as Rockstar added Red Dead Redemption. It won't be stopping there either and has now announced plans to add even more big names from its back catalog.

Motorola Edge 40 Neo 5G is now available at an exciting discount of 20 pct on Amazon, priced at just Rs. 27,994 ahead of the launch of the Motorola Edge 50 Pro. This significant price drop makes it an irresistible offer for tech enthusiasts and budget-conscious consumers alike. Check out the details of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo price drop offer below.

With the new Patch 1.15.2 finally hitting servers today, we were able to datamine all class changes arriving with Phase 3. This is a compilation of all the class updates from the last week relevant to Phase 3. While Blizzard published the major class changes in the official patch notes, they did not document minor adjustments so we are highlighting everything below. Phase 3 Overview

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We've been hard at work datamining all the new changes for Diablo 4's first-ever PTR! Take a look at the raw data we've gathered below.Editor's Note: This datamined information comes directly from the Diablo 4 PTR client. While some of it may differ to what was described in patch notes, this is the current information live in the Diablo 4 Patch 1.4.0 PTR. These changes may have already entered the game due to the nature of Blizzard's release process — while the items aren't necessarily new to this specific patch release, they are new to the latest comparison of patch changes. Here are the datamined changes for build 1.4.0.51885, compared to 1.3.5.51869.

Blizzard has released new Class Armor Packs for each class in Diablo 4, containing heavily discounted armor sets previously released in Tejal's Shop. Each of these sets, previously released and costing at minimum 1,000 Platinum each, is now available in the bundle with one other set per class for a total amount of 1,000 Platinum — bringing down the overall cost of these sets substantially! Take a look at some of the models below — note that these sets were primarily released in the pre-season launch stage of Diablo 4, so they are some of the oldest released shop sets in the game.

Lots of players are in the habit of getting pre-raid Best-in-Slot gear before stepping foot into end game content, and while that may be a requirement for some guilds, it really isn't necessary in Season of Discovery. These raids are not designed to be gear checks, and out-gearing them significantly will just lead to burnout earlier.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Eidos-Montréal’s 2018 sequel to Rise of the Tomb Raider, headlines Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass lineup in April. It’s backed by a solid, well-rounded lineup including the likes of Botany Manor, Lil Gator Game, Superhot: Mind Control Delete, Lego 2K Drive, and EA Sports PGA Tour. There’s a little something for everyone!

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The latest surprise Steam hit is Content Warning, a Lethal Company-style game that’s enjoying enormous success on Valve’s platform off the back of a ‘free to keep’ promotion that ends soon.

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I, a fool, created my Dragon's Dogma 2 character with the aim of being a wizened wizardly type, focused on the mysterious Trickster build. Since then, however, I've come to the conclusion that I should have been an archer, a decision cemented by the existence of one particular ability - the Martyr's Bolt.

Realme has announced yet another addition to its 12 series with the launch of Realme 12X 5G. The smartphone becomes a part of the Realme 12 series which already has Realme 12, 12 Plus, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Plus. The highlights of the new Realme 12X 5G are its 120Hz display and 5000mAh battery with 45W SuperVOOC charging. From features to price, know all about the new Realme 12X 5G.

Episode 2 release date and time have been revealed. The episode will air on Crunchyroll. In the series, 37-year-old corporate worker Mikami Satoru is fatally stabbed and reborn in another world as a slime named Rimuru Tempest. He embarks on a journey to establish a diverse and inclusive world, embracing his newfound abilities and encountering various challenges along the way.

As we continue datamining the Phase 3 Season of Discovery PTR, we have come across additional Class Tuning.

To get free trials to Apple subscriptions like Apple TV Plus and Apple Arcade, you typically have to buy new Apple products. Some phone plans include them as perks, too. However, Best Buy is offering free trials to new and returning customers who have a free Best Buy account.

Converse is celebrating 50 years of with a limited edition collection of sneakers and clothes that bring forth elements of the classic TTRPG (tabletop role-playing game). The celebration of ’s 50th anniversary in 2024 is a massive event that extends beyond the reach of the game itself. Aside from the new adventure book, Wizards of the Coast is also collaborating with LEGO to release thematic LEGO sets inspired by the universe of fantasy and its many worlds.

After months of speculation, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 has been launched in India. It is the third smartphone to be launched by the company in 2024, following the introduction of the OnePlus 12 and 12R in January. The standout features of the OnePlus Nord CE 4 include its 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC and 100W fast charging. From features to price, know all about the new OnePlus Nord CE 4.

Love crossword puzzles but don’t have all day to sit and solve a full-sized puzzle in your daily newspaper? That’s what The Mini is for!

Microsoft & OpenAI are planning to build the world's largest AI-focused supercomputer, Stargate, with a valuation of a whopping $100 billion.

In a recent quote, Sony Senior Vice President Naomi Matsuoka said: “Looking ahead, PS5 will enter the latter stage of its life cycle.” Many in the industry took that to mean that we may be hearing about the next PlayStation console sooner rather than later.

In a bizarre incident in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, a man was left bewildered after receiving a jaw-dropping bill of Rs.7.66 crore for an Uber auto ride that was booked for just Rs.62. The incident came to light through a viral post on social media, shared by Ashish Mishra on X.

Rumors are running rampant about a supposed PlayStation 5 Pro, or PS5 Pro for short. Just like we got a mid-generation upgrade with the PS4 Pro last console cycle, many are expecting PlayStation to release an incrementally more powerful machine the bridge the gap between the launch unit and an eventual PlayStation 6. Leaks have been coming out from some fairly credible sources with a lot of juicy and very specific details about what a hypothetical PS5 Pro could look like. As credible as these sources may be, we do still need to take everything we see with a grain of salt until Sony officially confirms this system even exists. Until then, here are all the rumors out there we could pull together regarding the PS5 Pro.

The Taiwan server giant Quanta has received huge OEM orders for NVIDIA's GB200 AI servers, with tech behemoths interested in the technology.

Eden's Guardian is an upcoming Metroidvania that immediately had me hooked with its hand-drawn pixel art and teleporting action, but it seems I wasn't alone, as its Kickstarter campaign has been smashing its funding goals.

Dragon Ball XenoVerse 2 is over seven years old at this point, but it just keeps getting bigger. With the PS5 version still set to release on the 24th May, Bandai Namco has revealed that a new series of DLC chapters will be dropping «soon». Titled the 'Future Saga', it'll be made up of four chapters, which, again, just seems nuts for a title that's been kicking for close to a decade.

Helldivers 2 grunts can now call down the Quasar Cannon Stratagem, a heavy laser that's tailor-made for spreading democracy. The cannon is actually so efficient, that some helldivers are already begging developer Arrowhead Studios not to nerf it.

The battery is usually the first component to wear down on smartphones, and as new phones keep getting released, battery repairs are still usually eexpensive. Insurance plans like AppleCare+ and Samsung's own Samsung Care+ can make that more affordable in the long term, and now Samsung's service is adding unlimited battery repairs, in exchange for a slight price bump.

Microsoft and OpenAI are teaming up for a monumental data-center project that is estimated to cost a staggering $100 billion. Central to this initiative is the development of an advanced artificial intelligence supercomputer dubbed "Stargate," as per reports. 

To receive a PlayStation 5 Pro label called Trinity Enhanced, games must feature a Pro-exclusive display mode that will deliver 4K resolution and costant 60 frames per second.

Good Smile’s Figma is taking pre-orders for its multitalented action figured based on Link from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for the Nintendo Switch. This 5.9-inch “Link DX” figure costs $115.99 at the Good Smile U.S. shop and won’t be out until March 2025, but it should be worth the wait — and the money. Other retailers are accepting pre-orders, but at a higher cost, in case Good Smile sells through its pre-order supply.

BLUETTI, a renowned provider of energy storage solutions, has announced the expansion of its Solar+ program to three additional states in the United States. Building upon its successful launch in Texas last year, BLUETTI now extends its reach to California, Massachusetts, and North Carolina. This initiative aims to offer homeowners a hassle-free approach to achieving energy independence and reducing utility bills through comprehensive solar and battery home power solutions.

During the latest Campfire, Blizzard mentioned older versions of legendaries and uniques becoming «legacy items.» While this term may seem odd for players new to ARPGs, Legacy Items have some precedence in other ARPG games, so some players may know what to expect. For those who don't, though, here's everything you'll need to know! Diablo 4 PTR Campfire Chat Diablo 4 PTR Patch Notes Legacy variants of items are well known in other ARPG communities, particularly the Path of Exile community.

Magic: The Gathering’s newest set, Outlaws of Thunder Junction, just introduced a two-card winning combo to the game’s Standard format, and all you need is five mana, three of them black, and a dream.

Embracer CEO Lars Wingefors has told investors he believes it’s “too early” for the group to start considering studio acquisitions again, following the completion of its costly restructuring.

The April 2024 Crew Pack arrives on the 31st of March, introducing exclusive character cosmetics and other benefits for subscribers. This month, subscribers will receive the mighty god of war Ares as an exclusive character Outfit, along with some additional themed cosmetics. Other benefits such as free V-Bucks and Battle Pass access round out a great offering for hardcore fans.

Swen Vincke, head of Baldur's Gate 3 developer Larian, has been vocal about the ongoing wave of layoffs in the games industry, and reckons that cuts affecting critical departments and senior developers are especially shortsighted. 

When you check into a hotel room, what do you do? You immediately poke around. You scope out the outlets, pull back the curtain, open the closet, see what’s in the minibar, make sure there’s nothing gross in the bathroom. Only when you have a full sense of what’s around you do you sit down and think about unpacking.

It’s tough to find a portable battery that’s got some speed in terms of wattage, but that isn’t too big. We found one at Amazon that matches this criteria, and thankfully, it doesn’t cost all that much. Zendure’s 10,000 mAh SuperMini X3 portable battery can keep your handheld topped off, be it a Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, or an iPad, without being anywhere near as bulky as any of those items. This battery is normally $49.99, but Amazon Prime members can currently pick one up in silver for just $34.99.

Druids are looking at some strong buffs to fan-favorite skills and Companions alike in Diablo 4 Patch 1.4.0, as well as the upcoming PTR. Diablo 4 PTR Patch Notes: Patch 1.4.0 Druid Class Overview

The American Society of Magical Negroes is an uncomfortable film for many reasons — most of them deliberate. The title spells this intention out plain as day. The film’s protagonist, a biracial Black sculptor named Aren (Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves co-star Justice Smith), tiptoes through an art gallery — and his own life — as though he were perpetually walking across eggshells, consciously and unconsciously agonizing under the weight and expectations of the white gaze. Incapable of asserting the value of his work as an artist or his worth as a person — or simply unwilling to — he radiates an aura of discomfort that immediately draws the attention of Roger (David Alan Grier), a kindly older Black man who just so happens to be, you guessed it, a “Magical Negro.”

Helldivers 2 just got two new heavy weapons for democratic soldiers to bring to the ongoing fight against the Automatons, spurred by a new Major Order to liberate Troost and head off the bots' "Reclamation." The LAS-99 Quasar Cannon and MG-206 Heavy Machine Gun are now available "for immediate battlefield distribution," as developer Arrowhead Game Studios announced via Twitter today. 

Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has released two new Stratagems to help players in the fight against the Automatons and Terminids.

Video games get delisted often, mostly for banal reasons like an expired music licensing agreement or a publishing agreement running out. But the recent delisting of Adult Swim Games en masse feels a bit different.

Dragon's Dogma 2 can be an absolutely brutal game when it wants to be, but one of the most punishing features has to be Dragonsplague. It's a sickness that can affect your Pawns, eventually turning them into disobedient little nuisances that can eventually go on to wipe out entire villages if left long enough. Players have resorted to extreme methods to avoid the spread, including throwing their Pawns into the ocean if they sense a whiff of disobedience.

One of our favorite gaming monitors is the 27-inch LG UltraGear 27GL83A-B. The reason why we’re reminding you of that is because this monitor currently costs less than it did during one of 2023’s biggest sale events, Prime Day. Originally $299.99, this 1440p gaming monitor has been discounted to just $209.99, presumably for a limited time. While this flat panel IPS monitor has sold for a bit less in the past ($199.99), we’d still recommend giving this deal a look if you’ve been looking to upgrade your 1080p display.

Apple’s iPhone SE 4 OLED orders were previously said to be fought over by suppliers Samsung and BOE. Given that this is the company’s low-cost offering slated to launch sometime in 2025, procuring cheaper displays would be Apple’s top priority since this component is largely dependent on how expensive a smartphone gets. On this occasion, a new report claims that BOE has apparently won the skirmish against Samsung on the pricing front and will likely be the exclusive panel supplier for the iPhone SE 4.

While the biggest focus is currently on Phase 3 of Season of Discovery, we did get some teasers for Phase 4 and level 60 in the Phase 3 Preview video! We've compiled all the updates we've been told are coming in Phase 4 and beyond.

Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey remains one of the greatest space movies, even as we approach the 55th birthday of its theatrical debut. It’s awe-inspiring, full of clever practical effects. It’s also terrifying, both for its disturbing vision of the great unknown and for showcasing the perils of naughty AI that knows too much, decades before it was something anyone truly had to think about. Maybe you’ve seen this film countless times already, or you’re intrigued after seeing the cheeky, yet heavy-handed references to the film in the opening sequence of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie.

You don’t have to go through gaming PC deals and monitor deals yourself because there are bundles like this one from Dell — the Alienware Aurora R15 gaming desktop and the Alienware 34-inch curved QD-OLED gaming monitor for a package price of $2,900, which is $1,000 less the original price of $3,900. It’s still not cheap, but you’ll be getting a top-of-the-line gaming rig with just one purchase. You’ll have to hurry with the transaction though, as we’re not sure if the bundle will still cost cheaper than usual by tomorrow.

The subcompact SUV segment in India has witnessed tremendous growth in recent years, thanks to the variety of options available that appeal to a wide set of new-age buyers. These compact SUVs offer a good balance of performance, premium features, and affordability - making them a sweet spot for many.