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Microsoft Xbox has struggled with consistency and maintaining a steady stream of exclusives. After a turnaround in 2023, Xbox’s 2024 first-party game lineup is looking to be its most compelling in years, thanks to a successful Developer_Direct showcase. The main highlight of the latest Developer_Direct were four first-party-developed or -published games: Avowed, Hellblade II: Senua’s Saga, Ara: History Untold, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. These games offer a diverse range of experiences and have set high expectations for Xbox’s upcoming releases. Notably, the showcase displayed gameplay and provided release windows for all four games, giving a clearer first-party…
After the overwhelming success of Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, a sequel was inevitable. Developed independently by Ninja Theory, the game surpassed even the highest-budget titles in terms of graphics and storytelling. Recognizing its potential, Microsoft acquired the studio to provide a bigger budget for the eventual sequel and secure it as a console exclusive for their then-unreleased Xbox Series X and S systems. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 was one of the first games announced for the Xbox Series X and S, and it was initially thought to be a launch title for the system. While that didn’t happen, the development team…
Do you want to get the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly newsletters here. It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. As a former English major, I have always wanted to write that in one of my stories. In fact, I think I’ve used the line multiple times. But it sure feels like it applies to the game industry at the moment, with both layoffs and job creation happening at the same time. Perhaps our new normal is uncertainty. On the bright side The crowds hit…
Sky: Children of the Light, an adventure game developed by the creators of Journey, was originally launched on iOS in 2019. Since then, it has expanded to Android, Switch, and PlayStation. The game has witnessed substantial growth in its audience, and with a PC launch on the horizon, its future looks promising. We recently had the opportunity to chat with Art Director Cecil Kim from thatgamecompany to gain insights into the studio’s plans for the upcoming year, the future of Sky, as well as their journey so far, including achieving a Guinness world record at last year’s Gamescom. PocketGamer.biz: Can…
In 2024, we can expect to see a variety of new monitors entering the market. LG, Asus, Acer, MSI, and more will be releasing new monitors throughout the year, each with their own unique features and capabilities. Although details about pricing and release dates are still uncertain for most of these new displays, they are all expected to be available at some point in 2024. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most anticipated monitors for this year. Asus ROG Swift OLED PS27AQDP Jacob Roach / Digital Trends The Asus ROG Swift OLED PS27AQDP is expected to be…
Do you want to get the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly newsletters here. Mirror Digital has built a business helping brands and advertisers reach its network of diverse multicultural content creators and influencers. Founded in 2012 by CEO Sheila Marmon, Mirror Digital is a Black-owned digital media company that supports multicultural creators and the diverse voices unique to their cultures. It now represents more than 850 creators who use the web, mobile, social, video, and other emerging digital platforms to reach the Asian American and Pacific Islander, Black, Latinx, and…
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has continued its crackdown on data brokers with a settlement banning data aggregation company InMarket from selling consumers’ precise location data. Texas-based InMarket, which debuted as CheckPoints at TechCrunch Disrupt 2010, offers a marketing platform that gathers sensitive consumer data — including location data, purchasing history, and demographic information — used by brands and advertising agencies to facilitate targeted advertising on mobile devices. Based on the data that InMarket collects, brands can target shoppers who are likely to be low-income millennials or Christian churchgoers, according to the FTC. In its proposed order unveiled Thursday, the…
Andy Boxall / Digital Trends Get exclusive deals on the latest Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra by pre-ordering at Samsung. Pre-order benefits include a free storage upgrade to 512GB at the price of the 256GB model, $100 Samsung credit, and a trade-in offer of up to $750. Eligible students can also enjoy a 15% discount. Additionally, by using the link below, you can receive an extra $50 in Samsung credit. Don’t miss out on these great deals! Top Reasons to Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra offers numerous upgrades for Android enthusiasts. With a titanium frame…
Apple has made a set of commitments to address concerns raised by European Union competition regulators regarding NFC payments and mobile wallet technology on iOS, its mobile operating system. The EU believes that Apple has been unfairly favoring its own mobile payment technology, Apple Pay, and limiting the ability of rivals to develop competing contactless payment options on its mobile platform. The proposed commitments entail allowing third-party mobile wallet and payment service providers to access NFC functionality on iOS devices, free of charge, via a set of APIs. This access would not require the use of Apple’s own payment technologies.…
Snake is finally back and looking better than ever in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a project that was once just a rumor but has now been officially announced. This remake of the popular PlayStation 2 title, which was the third mainline entry in the Metal Gear Solid franchise, is highly regarded by fans and critics. However, there was skepticism about the idea of a remake being handled by a different team after series creator Hideo Kojima departed from Konami. Despite this, Konami is confident in the project and we will have to wait until its release to see…