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Jacob Roach / Digital Trends Reports have emerged that Intel’s high-end CPUs like the Core i9-13900K and the Core i9-14900K are experiencing stability issues in Unreal Engine 4 and 5 games. Frustrated users have reported shader compilation issues in certain games, leading to crashes. A workaround solution has been discovered, but a permanent fix remains elusive. Incidents of these issues have been widely discussed on various Steam forums and Reddit communities, especially following attention drawn to the problems by Sebastian Castellanos on X (formerly Twitter). Gamers are encountering these issues primarily in UE4/5 games and experiencing crashes to the desktop…
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Tango Gameworks’ rhythm-action title Hi-Fi Rush, which first shadow-dropped on Xbox over a year ago, is seemingly coming to PlayStation 5. According to a trailer dropped on one of Bethesda’s YouTube channels, the game is heading to PS5 on March 18. The trailer has since been set to private, with no word from either Bethesda, Sony or Tango on its information at the time of this writing. Xbox’s Phil Spencer said in the company’s recent business update…
Fortnite’s esports system is diverse, offering a range of tournaments and events from major competitions to daily small fun events. One of the unique events within this competitive ecosystem is Fortnite Mix Up Mondays, a fun twist on the standard cash cup tournaments that have gained popularity in recent seasons. These events provide an opportunity for players of all skill levels to compete, sometimes using completely unique rulesets. Epic runs a wide competitive system for Fortnite, offering regular in-game events accessible through the compete tab. One of the weekly events this season is Fortnite Mix Up Mondays, held every Monday…
Digital Trends Gamers considering purchasing the PlayStation 5 should opt for one of the PS5 bundles to get more value for their money. With more PS5 exclusives on the way, now is the perfect time to invest in the console or upgrade from the PlayStation 4. Check out the PS5 bundles we’ve gathered here, but act fast as stocks may run out at any moment. What are PS5 bundles? Every purchase of the PlayStation 5 comes with a DualSense controller, but opting for PS5 bundles provides more value. The extras include a copy of a game, allowing you to have…
The race to develop the next groundbreaking large language model is heating up, and now a Chinese contender has reportedly secured a significant amount of funding to push ahead in this race. Moonshot AI, an artificial intelligence startup established less than a year ago, focuses on building LLMs capable of handling lengthy text and data inputs. According to reports, Moonshot AI has raised over $1 billion in a Series B funding round, valuing the company at $2.5 billion, making it the largest funding round for Chinese LLM developers on public record. The startup, known as YueZhiAnMian in China, has been…
Chevrolet After much speculation about the future of the Chevrolet Bolt EV, it has been confirmed that a new and improved second generation will be built on General Motors’ Ultium platform. This marks an exciting turn of events and promises to deliver a whole new level of value and quality for affordable electric vehicles. As for the design of the 2025 Chevrolet Bolt, details are scarce. However, it is expected to retain some design cues from the current-generation model, which is known for its hatchback rear, bulbous front, and slanted headlights. A slightly sleeker and more stylish design is also…
Apple is expanding its sports and subscriptions business with the introduction of Apple Sports, a new app for iPhone users. The app will provide real-time scores, stats, and other information about users’ favorite teams and leagues, as well as introduce competition to other sports score aggregators on the App Store. Initially available in the U.S., U.K. and Canada, the app will cover MLS, NBA, NCAA, NHL, Bundesliga, LaLiga, Liga MX, Ligue 1, Premier League, and Serie A. More leagues, including MLB, NFL, NCASF, NWSL and WNBA, will be added over time for their upcoming seasons. Image Credits: Apple Apple Sports…
Bandai Namco Entertainment We finally got our first full look at Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, the expansion for FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed 2022 open-world game. Fortunately, we won’t have to wait too much longer for it, as publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment confirmed a June 21 release date. The Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree trailer is filled with gameplay, showcasing the new area that players can explore, various bosses and combat encounters, and some amazing new weapons. Notable features include a boss that’s a giant burning wicker man, a large hippo-like creature that can emit sparks from its body,…
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. FromSoftware has announced the release date for Elden Ring’s expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, scheduled to launch on June 21. The trailer revealed new and terrifying enemies, along with a new story that promises to provide deeper insights into the game’s distinctive and desolate world. The expansion will be priced at $40. Elden Ring was a major success upon its release in 2022 for a variety of platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox…
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Disney showcased Epic Mickey: Rebrushed during today’s Partner Nintendo Direct. It is set to release later this year. The original Epic Mickey was released for the Wii in 2010. The 3D platformer included some RPG mechanics and was developed by Warren Spector, the creator of the original Deus Ex. The remaster definitely has better graphical improvements compared to the Wii original, although it still retains some of the classic Wii look. GamesBeat’s creed when covering the game…