Author: Tim Rogers
If your speaker system needs an extra kick in the low-end, then it might be time to invest in a subwoofer. A good subwoofer (or two) is a key component for any healthy surround sound setup because it takes the strain off whatever floorstanding or bookshelf speakers you’ve got in place to deliver low frequencies that they just aren’t built for. Movies and TV shows featuring explosions, fight sequences, and other hard-hitting scenes are brilliantly enhanced by the presence of a subwoofer. They’re also amazing for music. Everything from punk to smooth jazz to classical gets a high-quality boost when…
Microsoft is in the midst of letting go of 1,900 employees from Activision Blizzard and Xbox, adding to the wave of redundancies that has hit the gaming industry hard since the start of 2024. This tough year lies ahead, and for 1,900 Activision Blizzard and Xbox employees, the struggles have already begun. In an internal memo obtained by The Verge, Phil Spencer and Xbox’s Matt Booty broke the news to employees, calling it a ‘painful decision’. This comes just months after Microsoft’s record-breaking acquisition of Activision Blizzard. More developments are expected, including a high-level departure from Blizzard and the cancellation…
Want to receive the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our daily and weekly newsletters here. Volcano Diver has launched VersusNow, a game-streaming platform with skill-based games where you compete for real-world cash rewards. Volcano Diver, based in Las Vegas, has launched a software development kit (SDK) for developers in a beta stage until the full release comes on January 26. VersusNow offers gamers a way to showcase their skills in competitive play, competing for real-world cash rewards. With a lineup of 12 games, including new titles like 21 Solitaire, Bingo, Bubble Shooter, and more, players…
Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy & the Liberator of Polar Night, Koei Tecmo’s first mobile game of the decade, has been launched globally today, January 25th, 2024. This highly anticipated release comes after the game’s Japanese launch four months ago and offers Atelier series fans worldwide the opportunity to enjoy its latest entry. Expanding the Franchise Serving as the first main series game for iOS and Android, Atelier Resleriana represents RPG veteran Gust’s dedication to expanding the Atelier games’ reach. Since 1997, Gust has developed Atelier games, initially launching them on Sony consoles before Koei Tecmo absorbed the developer in 2014.…
Recently, the Dota 2 scene experienced a historic moment when the average Matchmaking Rating (MMR) in a match soared to an unprecedented 12,000. This remarkable achievement highlights the exceptional skill required to reach such a pinnacle. In Dota 2, MMR is a measure of a player’s skill level. To achieve an average MMR of 12,000 in a match, each of the ten participants must possess a rating close to this figure. 12K MMR Dota 2 game (Image credit: Quinn of Dota) The First 12K MMR Dota 2 match The milestone match had an average MMR of precisely 12,017. It featured…
Palworld is an exciting, open-world survival game that allows players to capture, fight, and order around more than 100 ‘Pals’. These are creatures that are reminiscent of Pokémon characters, and they all have unique abilities and appearances. It has turned out to be one of the most-wanted, highly-anticipated games ever, and millions of people are itching to play it. So, what’s the Palworld release date looking like, and when does it release in full? Dive into this snapshot walkthrough and learn when Palworld is being released. Palworld Release Date? It’s Already Here! When does Palworld come out? It’s already here!…
Do you want to get the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly newsletters here. The New York Game Awards aired last night, and Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3 won its top award, the Big Apple Award for Best Game of the Year. This marks the title’s latest accolade, as it’s taken the Game of the Year award at several other events. Other winners at the New York Game Awards include Alan Wake 2, Resident Evil 4 and Hi-Fi Rush. In addition to Game of the Year, Baldur’s Gate 3 also took…
Joe Maring / Digital Trends Motorola is gearing up to deliver a big Android 14 update to its lineup of phones, with over 20 models eligible for the new operating system. The update will include popular devices like the Moto G series, several models of the Motorola Edge, the Motorola Razr, and the Lenovo ThinkPhone. The update was recently confirmed on Motorola’s support website, and a comprehensive list of eligible phones can be found on YTECHB’s website. For users in the U.S., the Moto G Stylus 5G, Moto G Stylus, Moto G Power 5G, Moto G 5G, and Moto G…
“`html Do you want to get the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly newsletters here. I got up early in Las Vegas to check out Afference, and I’m glad I did. In a suite at the Venetian during the CES 2024 tech trade show, founders Jacob Segil and Dustin Tyler showed me how they create artificial touch sensations by putting some wired rings on my fingers. … (rest of the content) … The name “Afference” refers to the side of the nervous system that carries information back to the brain, Segil…
Image used with permission by copyright holder Streaming services have quickly taken over as the preferred way for people to watch their favorite shows and movies at home. Recently, new streaming services have emerged specifically for sports fans, offering a great way to watch live boxing and MMA. DAZN is one such service, making it a strong competitor to ESPN+. For cord-cutters who love boxing and mixed martial arts, DAZN offers over 100 live fight nights without any pay-per-view fees. It can be accessed through the DAZN app, web browser, mobile, or other compatible streaming devices. Here are all the…