Cyberpunk 2077 Gets First New Update in 2025 With Patch Notes

Currently available for download, update 2.21 for Cyberpunk 2077 appears geared towards addressing issues in its Photo Mode, a feature introduced late in 2024. Additionally, CD Projekt Red has incorporated DLSS 4 support into the PC version of the game and fine-tuned the new vehicle customization options. Lastly, some bug fixes for specific versions of Cyberpunk 2077 on both console and PC have been implemented to enhance the overall quality of both editions of this open-world RPG.

Dune 2 and Wicked Both Got a Ton of Oscar Nominations (But Will Either Win Best Picture?)

In the meantime, Jon M. Chu’s adaptation of the popular musical “Wicked” garnered 10 nominations this year, tying with Brady Corbet’s film “The Brutalist” for the second highest number of nominations (only “Emilia Pérez” had more with 13). Besides Best Picture, “Wicked” was also recognized in categories such as Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Original Score, Best Sound, Best Visual Effects, Best Film Editing, Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, Best Actress (Cynthia Erivo), and Best Supporting Actress (Ariana Grande).

Denzel Washington Snubbed of Historic Oscar Nomination

The Academy’s decision to dismiss Washington’s extraordinary performance in “Gladiator 2” as portraying Macrinus doesn’t make sense, given that critics praised his depiction of the ex-slave’s strategic climb to power as a standout masterpiece, surpassing the mixed reviews of “Gladiator 2.” Washington holds the spotlight in every scene, be it coercing Senator Thraex (Tim McInnerny) with subtle threats or confronting Lucius (Paul Mescal) within the Colosseum’s waterlogged remains. His multifaceted portrayal reveals the heart of Macrinus: a survivor whose enslavement under Marcus Aurelius fostered an unyielding desire for vengeance against Rome itself.

PlayStation Reveals Top 20 Most Downloaded PS5 Games of 2024

Beyond the commonly anticipated titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, FIFA 25, and undeniably Grand Theft Auto 5, games such as Helldivers 2, Black Myth: Wukong, and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero also garnered significant success.

Or, in a more concise form: Games like Helldivers 2, Black Myth: Wukong, and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero were among the unexpected hits beyond popular titles such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, FIFA 25, and Grand Theft Auto 5.