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![Zoom Brings Microsoft's Alleged Unfair Practices to Regulators' Attention]()
Zoom Brings Microsoft's Alleged Unfair Practices to Regulators' Attention In an unexpected turn of events, Zoom Video Communications, the popular video conferencing platform, has held discussions with regulators from the United States, European Union, and other jurisdictions. The discussions revolved around the alleged anti-competitive behavior of tech giant Microsoft. As reported by Bloomberg News, Zoom has engaged in dialogues with the US Federal Trade Commission and competition watchdogs from EU, UK, and Germany over the past year.
Driving deeper into the issue, Zoom has voiced concerns about Microsoft’s preferential treatment of its chat and video app, Teams. The tech behemoth has been accused of price bundling and product design favoring... - Sep-09-2023
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![Hogwarts Legacy Leads UK Packaged Game Sales as a New Magic Filled School Year Commences]()
Hogwarts Legacy Leads UK Packaged Game Sales as a New Magic Filled School Year Commences The beginning of the UK's new academic year in September, often celebrated as the start of the term at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, is a big event. London's Kings Cross Station even makes a special announcement about Platform 9 ¾ on September 1, reminding students not to miss their train to Scotland. These Harry Potter celebrations have impacted the country's sales of boxed games as well.
This is evident as Hogwarts Legacy once again tops the UK's boxed charts, displacing Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon from last week's top position. Among the top ten, the only new addition... - Sep-05-2023
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![Volition Closure Doesn't Mark the End for Saints Row and Red Faction]()
Volition Closure Doesn't Mark the End for Saints Row and Red Faction Last week, we informed you about the closure of Volition, the decades-long developer of Saints Row and Red Faction. This 30-year-old developer's closure was undoubtedly distressing, and fans were left speculating about the future of their beloved IPs.
A recent tweet from Deep Silver has now clarified that neither Saints Row nor Red Faction will be completely vanishing. As per the tweet, both IPs will continue under the umbrella of PLAION. Even though we don't anticipate hearing news about them in the near future, at least we know they are not permanently sidelined.
The latest installment of Saints Row received a mediocre... - Sep-04-2023
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![The Evolution and Impact of the "Crysis" Video Game Series]()
The Evolution and Impact of the "Crysis" Video Game Series Creating the Legacy: The History of the Crysis Series
The "Crysis" series, considered a formidable accomplishment in the realm of first-person shooter games, was brought to life by Crytek, a German game development company, and published by Electronic Arts. The inception of this cutting-edge game series dates back to 2007, when the first "Crysis" game surfaced and astonished every gamer with its impeccable graphics and compelling narrative. It was a launch that vaulted Crytek into the limelight, setting a precedent for all their future ventures.
"Crysis" (2007): The Ground-breaking Inception
The maiden game of the series, Crysis, was released in November 2007. Set... - Sep-03-2023
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![Twitch Preps to Empower Streamers With Inclusion of Viewing Restrictions Feature]()
Twitch Preps to Empower Streamers With Inclusion of Viewing Restrictions Feature Twitch has revealed an upcoming feature allowing streamers to restrict what blocked or banned users can participate in when engaging with content. The latest Patch Notes podcast disclosed that streamers will soon have the capability to prohibit banned streamers from viewing a stream entirely.
However, when the feature rolls out shortly, it won't be enabled by default. Streamers will have to switch it on to control what banned users can or cannot do. Once activated, a banned viewer will lose their stream playback options, effectively unable to watch the stream.
One downside of this feature is that it only applies to users... - Aug-27-2023
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![Enthralling Alternatives to "World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic"]()
Enthralling Alternatives to "World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic" Unleashing a slurry of unparalleled thrills, "World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic" (WotLK Classic) has been a centerpiece for gamers worldwide. With its fascinating story and groundbreaking gameplay, it has undoubtedly defined a generation of MMOGs. However, if you've explored its snowy landscapes and combated the undead Scourge one too many times, it may be time to consider some captivating alternatives. Before diving into novel territories, let's briefly discuss what makes WotLK Classic so unique. WotLK Classic is an expansion of Blizzard's globally-renowned MMOG, World of Warcraft. It introduced new gameplay features, a gripping narrative revolving around... - Aug-26-2023
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![Seamless Gaming Across Platforms with Baldur’s Gate III: Cross-Save Feature Confirmed]()
Seamless Gaming Across Platforms with Baldur’s Gate III: Cross-Save Feature Confirmed Baldur’s Gate III is the latest installment in the popular Baldur’s Gate franchise. It was initially only announced for Google Stadia and PC, but the developers have since expanded its availability to consoles as well.
Cross-save compatibility is a significant feature as it allows players to start a game on one platform and continue playing it on another without losing their progress. This makes the gaming experience more seamless and convenient for users who own multiple devices.
Furthermore, the removal of split-screen co-op for the Xbox Series S version could also indicate that Larian Studios is focusing more on enhancing the overall... - Aug-25-2023
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![The Ultimate Guide to Enjoying Open-World Adventure on PlayStation Plus Extra & Premium - August 2023]()
The Ultimate Guide to Enjoying Open-World Adventure on PlayStation Plus Extra & Premium - August 2023 Unleashing a world teeming with boundless adventures, games are beyond delightful entertainment sources. With the advent of open-world games in PlayStation Plus Extra & Premium, players can now enjoy fully interactive environments with endless possibilities. This article will take a comprehensive look at the top open-world games included in the August 2023 package.
1. Horizon Forbidden West: Explore the Post-Apocalyptic America
A sequel to the hit Horizon Zero Dawn, Horizon Forbidden West places you in the shoes of Aloy, a hunter in post-apocalyptic America. The game paints a vivid picture of a world reclaimed by nature and terrifying machines, where each new... - Aug-04-2023
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![Lost Soul Aside Makes a Remarkable Return with Intriguing New Content and Advanced Graphics]()
Lost Soul Aside Makes a Remarkable Return with Intriguing New Content and Advanced Graphics After a long period of inactivity, Lost Soul Aside, the independently developed and highly anticipated action game, made an impactful comeback at ChinaJoy 2023. The event stage was illuminated with the game's new trailer, and attendees were treated to an extensive gameplay presentation. First seen at the GDC 2018, this brainchild of developer Yang Bing was initially a lone endeavor, which then morphed into a larger venture when Bing established UltiZero Games.
Three years into its creation, Bing showcased 18 minutes of fresh gameplay to the gaming community. He also announced an upgrade from the prior PS4 launch target to the... - Aug-01-2023
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![Breaking the Mold: Desynced Factory Game RTS Uses Programmable Drones Instead of Conveyor Belts]()
Breaking the Mold: Desynced Factory Game RTS Uses Programmable Drones Instead of Conveyor Belts A breath of fresh air in the real-time strategy (RTS) game genre, Desynced is revolutionizing the factory game arena with an innovative approach. Set to appear in Early Access, this upcoming offering from Stage Games is set to excite with the option of programmable drones, relinquishing the traditional conveyor belt system that has pervasively characterized factory games. Fascinatingly, these drones would work based on defined behaviors and automatic decision trees, catering to the fluctuating demands of automated empires.
Referred to as "an automation game without belts" by its developers, Desynced promises a melange of the best elements from base building, factory... - Jul-31-2023
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![Netflix Axes Basic Subscription Plan in US and UK]()
Netflix Axes Basic Subscription Plan in US and UK In a recent development, Netflix has culled its basic subscription plan for new subscribers in the United States and the United Kingdom. Previously, for a monthly fee of $9.99 in the U.S. and £6.99 in the U.K., this tier allowed users to stream Netflix content on a single screen at 720p quality.
The elimination of the basic plan follows a similar move by Netflix in Canada. The discovery was made by the U.K.-based website Code Busters, suggesting that this change is part of a broader strategy by the streaming giant. Analysts are speculating that Netflix may be planning to remove the... - Jul-21-2023
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![Google's Artificial Intelligence Tool to Write News Stories: A Revolution in Journalism?]()
Google's Artificial Intelligence Tool to Write News Stories: A Revolution in Journalism? Google, the global tech titan, is reportedly developing an artificial intelligence (AI) tool capable of writing news articles. This cutting-edge technology, internally known as Genesis, has already been presented to some of the world's most prominent media organizations, such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and News Corp.
Genesis is designed to take inputs like details of current events and use this data to generate content automatically. The AI's ability to create news stories presents a groundbreaking development in the field of journalism. The tech giant is said to be pitching this AI tool as a "responsible tool," acting... - Jul-20-2023
