Over the Christmas vacation, I took advantage of the downtime from work to catch up on using my Steam Deck again. It had been used less frequently as of late, especially since I got myself a new ROG Ally device.
2024 saw Tango Gameworks, creators of the widely praised Hi-Fi Rush, navigate a tumultuous year. Despite the game’s highly favorable response from Xbox enthusiasts and the debatable move to release Hi-Fi Rush on PlayStation 5, the studio faced unexpected closure as part of a major restructuring in June. This decision left fans of games like Hi-Fi Rush, The Evil Within, and Ghostwire: Tokyo perplexed.
In an unexpected turn of events, Krafton Inc., renowned for their creation of PUBG, purchased Tango Gameworks in August 2024. Simultaneously, they secured the rights to Hi-Fi Rush, offering a glimmer of hope for the future of the rhythm-based series.
Since its closure in May 2024, Tango Gameworks had been largely silent on social media. However, on New Year’s Day, 2025, they finally broke the silence with an announcement, embracing a new identity as Tango Gameworks Inc.. This rebrand aligns with Krafton Inc.’s naming convention, symbolizing a fresh start for the developers under their new management.
One frequent New Year’s resolution is to improve one’s physical fitness. Achieving this goal often involves joining a gym, leading many people to purchase new gym bags during this time of year. However, how does this relate to technology and Windows Central? The latest gym bag on the market is from the creators of what I believe to be the most aesthetically pleasing laptop and tech bags, WaterField Designs. The WaterField Flex Travel Gym Bag also features a back pocket large enough for an 11-inch iPad or similar-sized tablet.
Over the past year, the initial waves of Copilot+ PCs and AI PCs have already been released for sale.
As an analyst, I find myself consistently impressed by the innovative collaborations that Call of Duty never ceases to unveil. This time, however, the collaboration between Activision and Netflix promises to be a truly remarkable one. The iconic Squid Game series is set to make its mark on Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone, offering players like myself an exclusive opportunity to participate in limited-time events. Not only that, but we’ll get to don Operator skins inspired by the show, and there will even be in-game rewards up for grabs! I can hardly wait to see how this collaboration unfolds.
As a longtime gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I can confidently say that Half-Life has left an indelible mark on the gaming industry and popular culture as a whole. Even my wife, who isn’t particularly interested in video games, is aware of this iconic franchise. When I mentioned that I was planning to write a brief news post about the rumors surrounding Half-Life 3, she gave me a quizzical look and asked, “What are you talking about?” It’s a testament to the sheer size of its influence that even someone who doesn’t play games has heard of it. The impact of Half-Life on my own gaming life cannot be overstated, as it set a new standard for storytelling, gameplay mechanics, and world-building in first-person shooters. It’s an experience I will never forget, and I eagerly await the day when we finally get to see what Valve has in store for us with Half-Life 3.