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“PS5 makes the most sense at the moment.” Ori dev suggests ‘No Rest for the Wicked’ will skip Xbox (for launch) due to “market conditions.”

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This game, titled “No Rest for the Wicked,” is an action RPG that boasts stunning graphics and precise combat. It draws inspiration from Diablo, yet introduces a more challenging skill requirement, favoring precision and patience, much like Ori did previously. The game’s intricate, hand-crafted dark setting, coupled with its rich mechanics and systems, promises greatness as it progresses through Steam’s Early Access phase. Currently priced at $39.99 on Steam for PC, this game is already proving to be quite exceptional.

Whoa, this Xbox Game Pass hit’s sequel just shadow dropped out of nowhere — the “massive project” is out in Early Access on Xbox and PC

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The game in question that often receives applause is Descenders – a sports game focused on downhill racing, released in 2019 and significantly boosted by Game Pass. Its latest installment, Descenders Next, is an extensive project from developers RageSquid and publishers No More Robots. Originally slated for launch on April 9 this year, the release has been postponed indefinitely to incorporate modifications based on playtest feedback.

Windows 11 will finally let you share audio to multiple devices at once

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Initially discovered by Phantomofearth on X, the collaborative audio function is temporarily concealed in the most recent Windows 11 beta versions. In the future, it can be accessed through the Quick Settings menu on the Taskbar within Windows 11. From this menu, you will have the option to choose the two devices you wish to utilize for audio sharing.

Sorry, Steam Deck, but my ASUS ROG Ally is stealing your hype — now under $500 for this surprisingly brilliant Windows 11 rival

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Typically retailing at $649.99, Best Buy frequently offers the Z1 Extreme ROG Ally for $499.99, a discount that feels more like the standard price nowadays. This certainly makes it easier to endorse this gaming handheld when its cost dips below the $500 threshold. If you’re not a fan of Windows 11, consider installing SteamOS on the ROG Ally as an alternative. Either way, it’s hard to go wrong with this device.

Ubisoft says microtransactions “makes the player experience more fun” — ranking as maybe the worst quote in gaming history

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In my own words, here’s what Ubisoft’s financial report says: “Ubisoft aims to create monetization and engagement strategies that maintain a high-quality player experience while being sustainable over time. For premium games developed by Ubisoft, the philosophy is that players should be able to fully enjoy the game without having to spend extra money.

Microsoft will bury 4.9M tons of “manure” in a secretive deal — all to offset its AI energy demands that drive emissions up by 168%

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The partnership between this company and OpenAI’s AI technology seems to be facing challenges due to disagreements about the former’s commercial expansion strategies.

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The collaboration between this tech firm and OpenAI’s cutting-edge AI models appears to be under strain, as differences have arisen over the company’s plans for profit-driven growth.