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Are you interested in promoting your brand to the top leaders in the gaming industry? Check out GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Techland’s game developers have a surprise for fans of Dying Light 2: Stay Human. To celebrate the game’s second anniversary, they are introducing firearms – the most requested feature since the game’s launch in 2022. Tymon Smektała, Dying Light franchise director, discussed the decision to introduce firearms and announced that the new Reloaded Edition will provide players with the richest and most mature version of Dying Light 2: Stay Human to date. This free upgrade for standard edition…
The Layer 1 blockchain platform XPLA has recently announced that it successfully secured a significant amount of funding from the Singapore-based investment firm Play Ventures. While the exact amount of funding was not disclosed, this strategic investment marks a pivotal moment for XPLA as it positions itself for accelerated growth within the gaming industry. According to XPLA, this investment signifies a shared vision for the future of Web3 gaming and sets the stage for even greater success. In a recent post, XPLA expressed confidence that the financial support, strategic guidance, and industry expertise provided by Play Ventures will be instrumental…
Digital Trends Apple’s iMessage is a widely used messaging app with over 1 billion active users. It was launched in 2011 and is deeply integrated into Apple devices, allowing iPhone, iPad, and Mac users to exchange text messages, photos, videos, and more seamlessly across platforms. Over the years, Apple has introduced many new features to the Messages app. You probably use some of them every day, but others are easy to overlook and forget about. Below are a few of our favorite hidden iMessage features — and ones you should be using if you aren’t already. Pinning messages Digital Trends…
Microsoft recently confirmed that four undisclosed titles will soon be available on platforms beyond Xbox, with the announcement that the games are Hi-Fi Rush, Pertiment, Sea of Thieves, and Grounded. These revelations solidify previous rumors that were circulating about the expansion of these games to other platforms. All four titles will no longer be exclusive to Xbox, as they will be making their way to PlayStation hardware. In addition, Pertiment and Grounded will also be extending to Nintendo Switch, with Grounded even supporting cross-play across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and PC. This shift in exclusivity is a significant change for Microsoft…
The Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia has announced the addition of Free Fire to its inaugural edition, offering a $1 million prize pool and a slot in the Free Fire World Series (FFWS) 2024 Global Finals. Harold Teo, the Free Fire producer at Garena, expressed excitement about being a part of the event and promised an unforgettable esports experience for the global community. The Esports World Cup: Free Fire will feature 18 teams competing for the title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event will have two stages, the group stage from July 10 to 12, and the finals on…
Microsoft recently confirmed that it would be expanding the platforms for its gaming titles, and now the names of the games that will be released on non-Xbox platforms have been revealed. The four titles are Hi-Fi Rush, Pertiment, Sea of Thieves, and Grounded. These games will no longer be exclusive to Xbox and will be available on PlayStation hardware, with Pertiment and Grounded also extending to the Nintendo Switch. Additionally, Grounded will support cross-play across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and PC. Adapting to Change This shift in Microsoft’s strategy indicates a significant change for the company following its acquisition of Activision…
Gameloft, a French-based developer and publisher, is currently undergoing staff layoffs at their Toronto, Canada and Lviv, Ukraine offices, resulting in at least 38 employees leaving the company across multiple departments.While the company operates 18 studios worldwide, the layoffs have so far only affected their facilities in Toronto and Lviv.According to Tetyana Zadorozhna, HR Communication Specialist at Gameloft’s Lviv studio, “Gameloft has been supporting Ukraine since the first days. Each of the studios here has already demonstrated its resilience and professionalism many times, but due to market conditions, the company is forced to optimize resources and rationalize some projects, resulting…
The commercial court of Paris has approved Cooltra’s proposal to acquire Cityscoot, which offers shared electric mopeds that users can unlock and ride. This acquisition comes after Cityscoot had previously been placed under court-ordered receivership.” The European market for micromobility startups, including scooter, bike-sharing, and electric moped companies, was thriving in the context of near 0% interest rates. However, rising interest rates have caused difficulties for these startups in securing fund rounds and debt facilities, leading to a wave of bankruptcies and mergers. Cityscoot, a major micromobility service in Paris, will cease operations due to its acquisition by Cooltra. Cityscoot…
Giovanni Colantonio My first experience with virtual reality was with the PlayStation VR2 a year ago, and since then, I have found my usage to be less consistent than anticipated. With high hopes for Sony’s first-party capabilities and the impressive specs of the PSVR2, I made the purchase at launch in February 2022. However, my initial excitement was somewhat short-lived, and the lack of compelling content led to sporadic use of the device. PlayStation VR2, one year later Reflecting on a year of using the PlayStation VR2, I am disappointed in my purchase. While the initial launch lineup provided some…
If you are struggling against Ashe in LoL, here is a list of the top counters you can play to increase your win rate. Image Credit: Riot Games Ashe Counters in LoL – Top Three Choices Ashe’s strength in the game depends on the skill of the player using her. While she has high kiting potential, she can be punished easily. To increase your win rate against Ashe, consider playing the following three champions. If you’re new to the game, understanding counter picks in League of Legends and how classes counter one another can greatly improve your win rate. Twitch…