Author: Tim Rogers
Despite the declining use of the term “metaverse”, the development of an interconnected avatar-driven virtual world has continued. The metaverse, positioned between the hype eras of NFTs and AI, is still being constructed, despite the change in terminology. Notably, Epic Games and Disney are shaping an “entertainment universe” together. This collaboration will utilize Epic’s technology and Fortnite’s social gaming ecosystem to bring Disney characters to life within a virtual world. Disney’s $1.5 billion investment in Epic further solidifies their partnership. The evolution of Fortnite from a mere battle royale game to a multi-genre platform, with recent in-game releases and expansions,…
The games industry moves quickly, and while stories may come and go, there are some that we just can’t let go of. So, to give those particularly interesting topics a deeper examination, the PocketGamer.biz team has created a weekly digest to share their thoughts on the most intriguing events in mobile gaming. Craig Chapple Head of Content Craig Chapple is a freelance analyst, consultant, and writer with specialist knowledge of the games industry. He has previously served as Senior Editor at PocketGamer.biz, as well as holding roles at Sensor Tower, Nintendo, and Develop. Elden Ring free-to-play mobile game reportedly in…
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Gaming veteran Chris Heatherly has raised $3 million for his new casual party game studio Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow. Heatherly is the former head of NBCUniversal’s gaming business, and he was the general manager of Club Penguin when Disney was still making games with its own internal game developers. Heatherly has been delving into game startups and Web3 games since NBCUniversal shut its game publishing business in 2019. He took one game that NBCUniversal had commissioned, Funko…
The phone app developed by startup Dexiga for WinStar, the world’s largest casino, had an exposed database exposing customers’ private information. My WinStar, the app offered by WinStar, provides self-service options, rewards points, loyalty benefits, and casino winnings to its guests. The irresponsible act of leaving a logging database accessible without a password by Dexiga prompted TechCrunch to alert the company to the security lapse, resulting in the database being taken offline. Screenshots of the My WinStar app. Image Credits: Google Play (screenshot) Good-faith security researcher Anurag Sen discovered the exposed database containing personal information and shared details with TechCrunch…
Helldivers 2 is the first game from PlayStation Studios to launch simultaneously on PC and consoles, but it is facing issues at its initial launch. While visually and performance-wise impressive, Helldivers 2 is currently plagued by problems with crashing and matchmaking that are affecting the player experience. After testing the game extensively, I have identified the best settings for Helldivers 2 on PC, as well as providing an overview of the performance and unique upscaling options available in the game. Best settings for Helldivers 2 Sony Interactive Entertainment After extensive testing, the following settings emerged as the best for Helldivers…
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Is everything okay over at Xbox? The prevailing question this week revolves around the strange business moves by the games publisher/console manufacturer. XboxEra broke a story this week about Microsoft’s plans to bring formerly exclusive Xbox games to PlayStation and Switch, which could potentially include games like Hi-Fi Rush and Starfield. This would be just a rumor if it weren’t for the fact that Phil Spencer tweeted in response to the tumult, announcing an upcoming show next…
When building a new PC, one of the major decisions to make is choosing between AMD and Intel, much like deciding between macOS and Windows. This comparison between AMD and Intel CPUs has been a long-standing debate within the PC enthusiast community. Currently, we are witnessing a tightly contested race between the two, with each company vying for the performance crown at various price points. AMD’s latest offerings include the impressive Ryzen 7000 CPUs featuring powerful X3D options for gaming and large cores for professional work. On the other hand, Intel’s 14th-generation Meteor Lake and Raptor Lake Refresh processors feature…
Among Us has experienced a rapid rise to the top of the charts in recent years, with a resurgence in popularity and continued developer support. However, many people are still confused about whether Among Us is free. Initially, there were multiple versions of the game, with some being free and others not. Now, with the addition of a VR version and ports to different consoles, it can be difficult to determine the best place to play for free. Each version of the game has a different approach to pricing. The answer to whether Among Us is free is yes, but…
The offlane position in Dota 2 is known as the most challenging and is often referred to as the ‘hard’ lane. A top offlane player not only survives but also outmaneuvers the opposing team’s safe lane carry, gaining a significant advantage in the early game. Early-game dominance is key, especially with heroes like Tidehunter and Enigma, who have game-changing ultimates at level 6. Top Picks for the Best Dota 2 Offlane Player According to Collapse The BetBoom Dacha Winter 2024 features elite teams with some of the world’s best offlane players. Magomed “Collapse” Khalilov, a renowned offlane Dota 2 player,…
The primary emphasis in Foamstars is on its characters and their abilities. Once you’ve found one you like, it may not be immediately obvious that there are additional ways to tweak them beyond unlocking new cosmetics. Bubble Gems are not easy to come by, but they offer passive bonuses to whichever character you equip them to. Each character can only hold three gems at a time, and they are not obtained for free. If the process seems unclear, we’re here to help clarify and outline the best Bubble Gems to use in Foamstars. Understanding Bubble Gems Square Enix First and…