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  • AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D Leaks Reveal A Monster Of A Processor

    AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D Leaks Reveal A Monster Of A Processor

    AMD leaker chi11eddog has uncovered some specifications for two upcoming Ryzen 5000 processors. These undisclosed CPUs are said to be the 5700X3D and 5500X3D, and they could be appealing possibilities for folks who still love their AM4 platforms but want a 3D V-Cache improvement on a budget.

    Take the news with a grain of salt, as you should with any leak.

    chi11iddog offered some specs in addition to the hot tip that a “New AM4 Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Ryzen 5 5500X3D” may be on the way. Remember to take this with a grain of salt; the specs could be something the leaker has seen or heard about, but they could just be a conjecture; we can’t be sure. We’ve put the rumored new Ryzen 5000 processor specifications into context.

    As you can see, the rumored new Ryzen 5000 X3D family members fill critical gaps that will pique the interest of the budget gaming population. Those who have previously purchased AM4 motherboards and DDR4 memory may find the new chips most appealing.

    New-build PC enthusiasts and DIYers are definitely better off thinking ahead and adopting AM5 or waiting to see what Intel’s future platform has to offer. Also, keep in mind that the industry is aiming to get us all on AI PCs by next year.

    Though AM4 is getting on in years, these rumored new CPUs for those who remain on the platform will expand upgrading options. Furthermore, we anticipate a larger availability than the limited availability Ryzen 5 5600X3D we tested in July. We noted that the chip provided excellent gaming performance for the price, so we believe the 5700X3D and 5500X3D will be similarly enticing options.

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    Looking back at the Ryzen 5 5600X3D introduction, we hope AMD has enough of these new Ryzen 5000 X3D CPUs to meet global demand. If these new AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Ryzen 5 5500X3D CPUs are on their way, it won’t hurt to have fresh/global stocks of the 5600X3D as well.

    The table above makes it easy to predict likely processor pricing points for any impending launch. However, there have been no hints or tips about a launch date.

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  • Pokémon GO Routes On Party By Introducing Long-Awaited Feature Following Months Of Community Dialogue

    Pokémon GO Routes On Party By Introducing Long-Awaited Feature Following Months Of Community Dialogue

    The fact that Pokemon Go is adding so many new features is both a blessing and a curse. Some allow you to benefit from playing in a group, while others will enable you to explore hidden paths in your area or even show off specific Pokemon through Showcases.

    However, with so many new features being released, it can be challenging to perfect each one, and several have had questionable bugs or flaws. However, one of the most vexing issues has been resolved with the release of a vital feature.

    Pokémon GO Routes on Party

    Pokemon GO Datamine Reveal New Pikachu Summer Costume
    Pokemon GO Datamine Reveal New Pikachu Summer Costume

    Many users were excited to learn more about the game’s cooperative capabilities when Party Play was introduced. After all, it was now feasible to complete more tasks and improve your raid power, which might be crucial in some more difficult encounters.

    However, that enthusiasm was shortly dashed when fans discovered that the functionality was incompatible with Routes.

    Essentially, if you were in a group with other players, Routes became immediately unavailable, removing any possible Zygarde Cell collections and preventing the group from investigating specific regions. Many people were disappointed, claiming that the two aspects were made for each other and that it was “so bad” that they didn’t work.

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    However, Niantic has rectified this issue as of November 14, 2023, and you can now explore Routes with pals in Party Play. This means you’ll be able to explore new areas in your neighborhood and acquire Cells with your friends.

    Many people now wish to see more Routes in their area, but only time and frequent Route approval from Niantic will be able to resolve that issue.

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  • Teardown Nintendo Switch: Experiencing The Best Destruction Since Red Faction With New DLC

    Teardown Nintendo Switch: Experiencing The Best Destruction Since Red Faction With New DLC

    Teardown, the voxel destruction game in which you use the in-game physics engine to trash as much as possible as quickly as possible, is getting additional DLC. Teardown DLC Time Campers adds more tools, maps, objectives, and even horses to a renowned Steam game, giving it even more possibilities to blow up some pixels.

    If you haven’t already guessed, the Teardown DLC will send you to the Old West in a time-traveling camper van, where you’ll need to gather era-appropriate things in the sandbox game to help fix the vehicle and return home.

    The tools will also be period-appropriate, and there will be two maps: one with a mining town and a gunpowder plant and another with a train station and a ravine.

    If you enjoy the look of Teardown but are skeptical, the Steam community has you covered with a 10/10 average rating. With over 70,000 customer ratings in just over a year, it’s at 96%, or ‘overwhelmingly favorable.’

    Teardown has a campaign and sandbox mode, allowing you to customize your destructive experience. Teardown is for you if you love the surprisingly relaxing and straightforward notion of PowerWash Simulator.

    Time Campers, Teardown’s first premium DLC, will be available on Wednesday, November 15. A season pass will cost $29.99 / €29.99 / £24.99, and the DLC will cost $7.99 / €7.99 / £6.69 separately.

    The DLC roadmap will include four expansions, with the second Folkrace arriving in Spring 2024 and featuring racing, new modes, and extra vehicles. All four DLCs will also be available before the end of 2024. Teardown and its DLC are currently available on Steam.

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    Mods can be used to improve your experience even further, as Minecraft pickaxes, Portal guns, and TF2 weapons have been added to the destructive sandbox.

    In the meantime, if you want more of Teardown’s sense of freedom, check out some of the best upcoming titles for 2023 and beyond, as well as some outstanding open-world games on PC right now.

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  • Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 New Armory Unlock System Achieves Most Sought-After Camo In Nearly 76 Hours

    Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 New Armory Unlock System Achieves Most Sought-After Camo In Nearly 76 Hours

    After an almost 76-hour grind following the game’s release, a Modern Warfare 3 player has unlocked the most coveted weapon camo in the game.

    Reidboyy, a Call of Duty broadcaster, unlocked the Interstellar camo live with 75 hours and 46 minutes on the clock and 14,000 kills – all while wearing the expensive Nicki Minaj character skin.

    The Interstellar camo is regarded as the most difficult to get in Modern Warfare 3 owing to the amount of time and effort required to complete all of the game’s Priceless camo challenges.

    That entails finishing all of the camo challenges for all 36 weapons (pistols, grenade launchers, melee weapons, and so on) that are currently available in the game. Some of these tasks are exceptionally difficult, such as completing a specific amount of longshot kills with a weapon.

    What makes the Interstellar camo so desirable? Its animated visual effect is intended to make weaponry appear to be from a galaxy-filled universe.

    Reidboyy spent much of the grind in Modern Warfare 3’s War Mode, taking advantage of the game’s extended objective-based gameplay to farm kills on rapidly spawning players. The last kill, which sealed the deal, was a long shot.

    Reidboyy answered questions on X/Twitter from people who were astounded by how quickly he was able to pass some of Modern Warfare 3’s most challenging missions.

    You’d think Reidboyy would want to relax now that the Interstellar grind is done, but in a YouTube video, he stated he’s already on to the next challenge: Borealis, the ultimate camo in the Zombies mode.

    Modern Warfare 3 got off to a rocky start. Activision was compelled to remove many multiplayer maps from the game due to spawn spots that were causing total devastation after its single-player campaign was universally criticized. Those maps are still out of rotation for specific modes after the game’s first weekend on sale.

    Activision has also been pressured to remove an “invisible” premium skin that gamers are having difficulty spotting on select multiplayer maps.

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  • Game Awards 2023 Nominees Announced: Alan Wake 2 And Baldur’s Gate 3 Dominate With Eight Nominations Each

    Game Awards 2023 Nominees Announced: Alan Wake 2 And Baldur’s Gate 3 Dominate With Eight Nominations Each

    Nominations for the 2023 Game Awards, which honor the year’s greatest games and developers in the gaming industry, have been revealed.

    With eight nominations each, two of the year’s biggest sequels — survival-horror title Alan Wake 2 from Remedy Entertainment (above left) and role-playing game Baldur’s Gate 3 from Larian Studios (above right) — nabbed the most.

    The four other titles nominated for Game of the Year are also entries in long-running franchises: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 from Insomniac Games, Capcom’s Resident Evil 4, Nintendo’s Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

    This year’s Best Adaptation nominees include: “Castlevania: Nocturne” (Netflix), “Gran Turismo” (Sony Pictures), “The Last of Us” (HBO), “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” (Illumination/Universal Pictures), and “Twisted Metal” (Peacock).

    With 15 nominations throughout its combined portfolio, Nintendo is the most nominated publisher in 2023, followed by Sony Interactive Entertainment/PlayStation with 13, Xbox (including Bethesda and Blizzard) with 10, and Epic Games with nine.

    The nominations for the 2023 Game Awards include 112 distinct games, persons, teams, and events from various genres and platforms. A global panel of individuals from more than 100 media publications and influencer sources chooses the nominees.

    On Thursday, December 7, 2023, the Peacock Theater (formerly Microsoft Theater) in Los Angeles will broadcast live from the Peacock Theater (formerly Microsoft Theater) across more than 30 platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok Live, and X (aka Twitter).

    The event will include premiere announcements and trailers, live music performances, and celebrity appearances in addition to the presentation of the winners.

    Fans may help determine the winners in all categories by voting online at thegameawards.com until December 6 at 6 p.m. PT. Furthermore, for the second year in a row, fans can vote for Game Awards candidates on the award show’s official Discord server (as well as join a live watch party on December 7 and react in real time to the winners).

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    Game Awards 2023 Nominees Announced

    Geoff Keighley and Kimmie Kim executive produce The Game Awards. Richard Preuss is the director and LeRoy Bennett is the creative director.

    Here is the complete list of nominees:

    Game of the Year

    • Alan Wake 2 (Remedy Entertainment/Epic Games Publishing)
    • Baldur’s Gate 3 (Larian Studios)
    • Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (Insomniac Games/SIE)
    • Resident Evil 4 (Capcom)
    • Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Nintendo EPD/Nintendo)
    • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Nintendo EPD/Nintendo)

    Best Game Direction

    • Alan Wake 2 (Remedy Entertainment/Epic Games Publishing)
    • Baldur’s Gate 3 (Larian Studios)
    • Marvel’s Spider-Man 2(Insomniac Games/SIE)
    • Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Nintendo EPD/Nintendo)
    • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Nintendo EPD/Nintendo)

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  • Pokemon GO Mega Garchomp Raid Guide: Your Essential Event Companion

    Pokemon GO Mega Garchomp Raid Guide: Your Essential Event Companion

    It’s time for another Pokemon Go Raid Day, this time to commemorate the release of Mega Garchomp, the game’s most recent Mega Evolution. In addition to this release, gamers who participate in the Mega Garchomp Raid Day will be able to obtain various benefits and event-exclusive purchases.

    With so much to do during this brief three-hour event, use our Garchomp Raid Day entire guide to make the most of what is available.

    Pokemon GO Mega Garchomp Raid Guide

    Mega Garchomp, as previously stated, will be the featured Pokemon for this Raid Day. This means that for the three hours of this event, all Pokemon Gyms holding Raids will be having Mega Garchomp Mega Raids.

    Taking down Mega Garchomp in this Raid will be difficult, so make sure you’re not doing it alone. Furthermore, you must enter these Raids with sufficient preparations to avoid squandering your time and resources.

    Furthermore, when you encounter and have the opportunity to catch various Garchomp after completing Mega Garchomp’s Raid, they will have a higher chance of being Shiny. Shiny Pokemon are incredibly rare, so this is a fantastic and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to obtain a Shiny Garchomp.

    Event Bonuses

    In addition to this Raid Day event starring Mega Garchomp, there will be a few additional goodies available to all players. These two bonuses both involve Raid Passes, which are shown below.

    • Possibility of using up to ten Remote Raid Passes on Saturday, November 11, 2023.
    • Throughout the three hours of the Raid Day, earn five extra Raid Passes from Pokemon Gyms.

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    Event Shop Bundle

    This Raid Day will also feature an event-exclusive shop package for 595 PokeCoins. This package includes three Remote Raid Passes and two Premium Raid Passes.

    This bundle will only be available for three hours during this event, so make sure you get it before the Raid Day ends.

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  • Netflix Is Bringing Hades To Mobile Platforms, Arriving On Apple Devices In 2024

    Netflix Is Bringing Hades To Mobile Platforms, Arriving On Apple Devices In 2024

    Hades, Supergiant Games’ beloved rogue-like in which you struggle to escape the Underworld of Greek myth, is coming to Apple devices via Netflix in 2024.

    Hades will be released for iOS without any in-game commercials, extra fees, or in-app purchases, similar to other Netflix games. It will just be accessible to play like before, just on more Netflix-enabled devices!

    “Hades is a one-of-a-kind rogue-lite that sets the bar for creatively combining wildly different genres and using their strengths to complement each other in unexpected ways,” we said in a press release. The combination of satisfying, twitch-based fighting and the Rogue-lite prospect of breaking the game through a lucky draw of boons and power-ups makes you feel like a god.

    “Above all, however, is how Hades connects narrative progression to its gameplay cycle. Failed runs, player choice, and built-up relationships are created moments that seem unique to your playthrough in a manner that no other game has ever attempted.”

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    Hades joins Dead Cells, Tomb Raider Reloaded, OXENFREE, OXENFREE II: Lost Signals, Valiant Hearts: Coming Home, Shovel Knight: Pocket Dungeon, and more titles available to Netflix subscribers.

    More people playing Hades will undoubtedly benefit Supergiant Games, which is hard at work on Hades 2, which is planned to launch in Early Access in Spring 2024.

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  • Sony Patent for PlayStation Feature: A Step Towards Reliving Favorite Gaming Moments

    Sony Patent for PlayStation Feature: A Step Towards Reliving Favorite Gaming Moments

    Often, games contain a smattering of memorable moments that we may wish to relive for whatever reason, whether they are exhilarating cutscenes or great gameplay setpieces. However, depending on the save structure of the game, obtaining these moments again can be a considerable effort.

    Sony Patent for PlayStation Feature
    Sony Patent for PlayStation Feature

    However, Sony is now developing a new function for PlayStation consoles that would generate points throughout a game, similar to chapter breaks on a DVD, and allow you to replay the game from these locations whenever you want, making it much easier to relive those favorite moments.

    The new method, according to a patent filed on November 2 and noticed by Exputer, would allow users to re-experience specific cutscenes and gameplay at specified times during a game’s campaign.

    According to the document titled “Content Streaming With Gameplay Launch,” the system will generate these “trigger points” as you progress through the game. Of course, some games already divide their games into missions or chapters and allow you to replay any of these bite-sized bits.

    However, with Sony’s new patent, these areas would be included in every game, allowing you to easily revisit your favorite moments or maybe make different choices in games with branching routes.

    Instead of having to replay a whole game to relive a particular moment that truly spoke to you, you’d be able to start up the game, select the chapter you want, much like a DVD’s chapter select screen, and pick up from there.

    Some games already include a feature like this. One such game is Remedy Entertainment’s time-bending third-person shooter Quantum Break, which allows you to replay specific chapters without having to complete the entire game.

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    Other games with comparable features are Quantic Dream’s narrative adventure game Detroit: Become Human and Supermassive Games’ interactive horror drama Until Dawn.

    For the time being, this is only a patent, so it’s unknown whether or not Sony will ever implement the feature, but the option to jump back into our favorite games at essential places throughout sounds like something that would go a long way toward making games far more replayable.

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  • Rainbow Six Siege Trailer: Join The Fight Against Global Terrorism

    Rainbow Six Siege Trailer: Join The Fight Against Global Terrorism

    The newest crossover for Rainbow Six Siege is now available, and it’s excellent news for Street Fighter lovers. Two packages have been presented, allowing operators Grim and Ying to dress up as Ryu and Chun-Li from the famed fighting series.

    Rainbow Six Siege Trailer
    Rainbow Six Siege Trailer

    The two new costumes were shown as part of the YouTube reveal panel for the tactical shooter’s upcoming season, Operation Deep Freeze (the fourth season of the game’s ninth year), yesterday (November 12). While the season isn’t due to begin until November 28, these packages are already accessible in-game. You can see them in action in the trailer below.

    Rainbow Six Siege has recently worked with a number of notable gaming franchises. In late September, a Halo crossover revealed a Master Chief costume for operator Sledge, complete with original Spartan-117 headgear and a Gravity hammer skin for Sledge’s breaching hammer.

    Obviously, the Master Chief suit works very well with Rainbow Six Siege because Halo is also a first-person shooter (FPS). However, seeing characters dressed in clothing inspired by two fighting game veterans while running about with firearms is another story. Then, we’ve seen them do it in Fortnite, so we should be used to it by now.

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    In other Rainbow Six Siege news, the following season will include a new map called ‘Lair’ as well as a new operator named Tubaro. This defense-oriented character can launch freezing Zoto Canisters, which slow foes and momentarily deactivate their gadgets. This skill can be utilized to open up opportunities for your squad to assault or disturb the opposition.

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  • Prestige System In Modern Warfare 3: Understanding How To Prestige

    Prestige System In Modern Warfare 3: Understanding How To Prestige

    Previously, the classic Prestige system allowed players to restart their progress after reaching the highest level in exchange for exclusive emblems and bragging rights. However, with the release of Modern Warfare 3 in 2019, the series adopted a new direction in terms of player advancement.

    The current progression system in Modern Warfare 3 relies on a new-look weapon upgrade system, which says goodbye to the weapon-centric difficulties seen in Modern Warfare 2 in 2022. The new hybrid design combines the Armory unlock mechanism with a more traditional weapon leveling system.

    This article will go over everything you need to know about how Prestige works in Modern Warfare 3 and how to Prestige in MW3.

    How Does the Prestige System Function in Modern Warfare 3?

    When Season 1 of Modern Warfare 3 launches in December, gamers will have access to Prestige. Currently, the highest level cap is Rank 55. Players can also advance in the game by engaging in matches, securing kills, or accomplishing objectives.

    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3’s first season will allow players to rank up past the current level cap of 55 and gain access to Prestige ranks.

    Prestige in Modern Warfare 3 will begin at level 56 with Season 1. Each season, five Prestige levels are introduced, each with 50 distinct levels. Here’s how it breaks down:

    Level 1 Prestige (56-99)
    Level 2 Prestige (100-149)
    Level 3 Prestige (150-199)
    Level 4 Prestige (200-249)
    Level 250 (Prestige 5)

    Prestige in Modern Warfare 3 will grant players many advantages, including the opportunity to acquire and show unique Prestige emblems.

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    Activision has vowed to share more details about the Prestige system as Season 1 approaches. In the interim, we know that players can expect extra obstacles that will only arise at Prestige Legel milestones.

    These challenges will provide players with more complex objectives as well as XP incentives such as animated avatars, badges, and calling cards.

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  • Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Zombies Mode Guide: Finding And Destroying A Mercenary Convoy

    Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Zombies Mode Guide: Finding And Destroying A Mercenary Convoy

    Finding a Mercenary Convoy in Modern Warfare 3’s new zombie mode is challenging. As part of the Interceptor assignment, you’ll be entrusted with finding and wrecking one of these motorcades while completing story tasks on the way. However, there’s no solid information regarding their location.

    Even though destroying a convoy is an event in and of itself, they won’t appear on the map until you get close.

    If you’re still dealing with zombies, our MWZ tips can help you get through the Exclusion Zone. Otherwise, here’s how to discover a Mercenary Convoy in Modern Warfare 3 zombies for the task, as well as obtain a Mercenary Stronghold Keycard.

    Modern Warfare 3 Mercenary Convoy location

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    The best area to find Mercenary Convoys in MWZ is on the sizeable two-lane highway that circles the whole map, crossing along the border between the orange medium threat zone and the low threat zone.

    Each convoy consists of three pickup trucks filled with mercs, so bring a sniper rifle or something to pick them off with. The good news is that firing the convoy will instantly stop it and cause the soldiers to disembark, eliminating the need to barricade the road or deploy a launcher.

    When you’re done with zombies, grab a vehicle and drive down the main highway. When you come close to a convoy, three red cars will appear on the map, and you’ll often hear a radio conversation stating there’s one nearby.

    I’ve had the best luck discovering them in the north and south, where the highway runs above a significant metropolis. Even though their presence is random, there are multiple convoys, so if you keep searching along the route, you’ll eventually come across one.

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    To finish this random event, you must kill all of the mercenaries—doing so will count towards completing the Interceptor objective. Make careful to loot the Mercenary Caches on the back of each truck and look around the bodies for your Mercenary Stronghold Keycard—this is a little blue, glowing square, just like keycards in DMZ. Taking down these convoys is the most effective approach to obtain these keycards.

    They’re precious because they allow you to raid a Mercenary Stronghold and obtain the Legacy Stronghold Keycard, which can be used to assault the main merc stronghold in the map’s north and open the boss’s hideout to fight him for a special reward. But before you try this, make sure you’re prepared to take down an assault chopper.

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  • GTA 6 First Child Character: Alleged Leaks Suggest Franchise’s Youngest Protagonist Yet

    GTA 6 First Child Character: Alleged Leaks Suggest Franchise’s Youngest Protagonist Yet

    GTA 6 feels more real than ever now that Rockstar has officially announced an upcoming trailer for the game. Except for that one individual who had to drink their pee, excitement levels are at an all-time high.

    The next big Rockstar game will almost certainly be the subject of much discussion in the coming months. There is already a substantial amount of verified information on the game, including the appearance of female protagonist Lucia, thanks to big GTA 6 leaks in 2022.

    Lucia has been the subject of recent GTA 6 leaks, with Rockstar Universe alleging that an inside source divulged to them that Lucia had a child in-game. Furthermore, they are said to occur in cutscenes and have some importance to the plot. There may be spoilers ahead.

    The latest GTA 6 leak, which goes over the supposed details, was recently released on Rockstar Universe’s home page. “It’s rumored by an internal source that Lucia has a child who appears in the game’s storyline,” said the source.

    Unlike earlier cases in which characters such as GTA 5’s Michael had adult children included in the game, Lucia’s child will be unique. “Lucia’s child is believed to be much younger and only appears in cutscenes, similar to how Jack Marston was in Read Dead Redemption 1 & 2,” according to Rockstar Universe.

    Historically, the GTA brand has avoided including children in its tales and open landscapes. Given the game’s substance, it makes a lot of sense, mainly because the GTA series has been a magnet for controversy.

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    Interestingly, these recent GTA 6 leaks appear to be related to a far more significant leak that occurred earlier this month on the r/GamingLeaksAndRumours Subreddit. This leak likewise purported to be from within Rockstar and contained references to Lucia’s child.

    Given that we don’t even have a trailer or a release date for GTA 6, take this with a grain of salt. When Rockstar releases the GTA 6 trailer in December 2023, we’ll undoubtedly discover more.

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  • Google’s $147 Million Offer To Epic Games For Fortnite’s Play Store Launch

    Google’s $147 Million Offer To Epic Games For Fortnite’s Play Store Launch

    In court, Google admitted that Epic was given a $147 million deal to publish its hit game Fortnite on Android’s Google Play Store. Purnima Kochikar, Google’s VP of Play partnerships, claims the contract was approved and presented to Epic but was not accepted.

    The money would have been distributed to the game publisher over three years of “incremental funding” (ending in 2021). It was intended to prevent a “contagion” of popular apps from bypassing Android’s official store and, with them, Google’s lucrative in-app purchase fees.

    Epic published Fortnite on Android straight through their website in 2018, bypassing the Play Store. This allowed them to sell V-Bucks, Fortnite’s in-game currency, without having to pay the fee needed for Play Store apps.

    It backed down in 2020, citing “scary, repetitive security pop-ups” and other issues as putting it at a significant disadvantage.

    However, in an antitrust action brought later that year — and currently being discussed before a jury — it claimed that its earlier judgment had panicked Google.

    It quoted internal Google documents suggesting Google was concerned about a “contagion risk” if other game developers (including Blizzard, Valve, Sony, and Nintendo) followed Epic’s lead, and it claimed Google tried to prevent this by offering special privileges or even buying Epic.

    Lawrence Koh, the now-former head of Google Play’s games business development, testified in court on Tuesday about the “contagion” materials. They predicted Google’s fears that almost all prominent game companies would abandon Play within a few of years following Epic’s decision, costing Google billions of dollars in revenue.

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    Fortnite’s absence might result in a direct income loss of between $130 and $250 million, as well as a broader downstream loss of up to $3.6 billion if the enormous defection occurred.

    Google argues that it was concerned about losing games on Play but that this is not illegal. “We just wanted developers to choose Play,” Kochikar testified. And getting rounds on the service, according to Koh, “was the investment we thought was worth all the dollars” — especially since those developers might have chosen to launch first on Apple’s iOS.

    Epic, on the other hand, is using these records to prove that Google was afraid of competition for Android app distribution and, hence, kept its Play Store as an illegal monopoly. The existence of this transaction does not prove that, but it provides a fascinating look at how Google views its gaming company.

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  • Is Lethal Company Crossplay? The Cross-Platform Compatibility Of The Co-op Horror Game

    Is Lethal Company Crossplay? The Cross-Platform Compatibility Of The Co-op Horror Game

    Lethal Company is a co-op horror game that was released on Steam on October 23, 2023. The game is about a group of scavengers who explore abandoned moons and collect scrap to sell to the Company, while facing various dangers and creatures.

    The game has received positive reviews from players and critics, who praised its graphics, gameplay, and atmosphere. But is Lethal Company crossplay, and can players with different platforms and devices play together online? In this article, we will answer these questions and more, based on the available information and sources.

    What is Crossplay and Why is It Important for Lethal Company Players?

    Crossplay, or cross-platform play, is a feature that allows players of a multiplayer game to play together online across different platforms and devices, such as PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or mobile devices.

    Is Lethal Company On Xbox?
    Is Lethal Company On Xbox?

    Crossplay is important for Lethal Company players because it enables them to enjoy the game with their friends and family, regardless of their platform preference or availability. Crossplay also expands the player base and the matchmaking pool, which can improve the game’s longevity and popularity.

    Crossplay has become more common and popular in recent years, as more and more games have adopted the feature, such as Fortnite, Minecraft, Call of Duty, Rocket League, and Apex Legends.

    However, crossplay is not always easy or simple to implement, as it requires the cooperation and agreement of different platform holders, developers, and publishers, as well as the technical and logistical challenges of ensuring compatibility, balance, and security.

    Is Lethal Company Crossplay Confirmed?

    According to the official website and the Steam page of Lethal Company, the game is currently only available for PC, and requires a Windows 10 operating system, a 64-bit processor and memory, and a DirectX 11 compatible graphics card.

    The game does not support any other platforms or devices, such as PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or mobile devices.

    However, the developer has stated that they are interested and working on bringing the game to other platforms and devices in the future, and that they will announce any updates or news on their social media channels and Discord server.

    The developer has also said that they are considering and working on adding cross-play and cross-save features to the game, which would allow players to play the game on any platform and device, and switch between them without losing their progress and data.

    Therefore, the answer to the question “is Lethal Company crossplay” is no, at least for now. Players cannot play the game with their friends and family on different platforms and devices, unless they have a PC that meets the minimum requirements of the game.

    However, there is a possibility and probability that Lethal Company will be crossplay, or at least support cross-play and cross-save features, in the near future, depending on the developer’s plans and progress.

    What Are the Benefits and Drawbacks of Lethal Company Being Crossplay?

    If Lethal Company becomes crossplay, or supports cross-play and cross-save features, in the future, it will have several benefits and drawbacks for the players and the game, such as:

    Benefits

    The benefits of Lethal Company being crossplay are:

    • More players and more fun: Lethal Company being crossplay would allow more players to join and enjoy the game, regardless of their platform preference or availability. This would make the game more fun and social, as players could play with their friends and family on different platforms and devices, and meet new people online.
    • More diversity and more challenge: Lethal Company being crossplay would also allow more diversity and more challenge in the game, as players could encounter and interact with different types of players, with different skills, styles, and strategies. This would make the game more varied and interesting, as players could learn from and compete with each other, and improve their skills and performance.
    • More convenience and more flexibility: Lethal Company being crossplay would also allow more convenience and more flexibility in the game, as players could play the game on any platform and device, and switch between them without losing their progress and data. This would make the game more accessible and adaptable, as players could play the game whenever and wherever they want, and continue their adventure seamlessly.

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    Drawbacks

    The drawbacks of Lethal Company being crossplay are:

    • More complexity and more difficulty: Lethal Company being crossplay would also add more complexity and more difficulty to the game, as the developer would have to ensure compatibility, balance, and security between different platforms and devices. This would require more time, resources, and testing, and could result in more bugs, glitches, and issues. This could also affect the game’s performance and quality, as the developer would have to optimize the game for different hardware and software specifications.
    • More competition and more pressure: Lethal Company being crossplay would also increase the competition and the pressure in the game, as players would have to face and overcome more skilled and experienced players from different platforms and devices. This could make the game more challenging and stressful, as players would have to improve their skills and strategies, and cope with their failures and losses. This could also affect the game’s balance and fairness, as some platforms and devices may have advantages or disadvantages over others, such as controller vs keyboard and mouse, or PC vs mobile.

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  • Xbox Series X Black Friday Amazon: How To Score The Best Deals On The Next-Gen Console?

    Xbox Series X Black Friday Amazon: How To Score The Best Deals On The Next-Gen Console?

    Xbox Series X is the latest and most powerful console from Microsoft, which offers stunning graphics, fast loading times, and backward compatibility with thousands of games. The console was launched on November 10, 2020, and has been in high demand ever since, with many retailers selling out quickly or having limited stock.

    However, if you are looking to buy the Xbox Series X, you may have a chance to get it at a lower price or with some extra perks during the Black Friday sales event, which will take place on November 26, 2021. In this article, we will tell you how to score the best deals on the Xbox Series X on Amazon, one of the biggest and most popular online retailers in the world.

    What is Black Friday, and Why is It Essential for Xbox Series X Buyers?

    Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the United States, which marks the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. On this day, many retailers offer huge discounts and promotions on various products and services, attracting millions of shoppers and generating billions of dollars in sales.

    When Is Black Friday 2023 Sale Happening
    When Is Black Friday 2023 Sale Happening

    Black Friday is important for Xbox Series X buyers because it is one of the best opportunities to get the console at a lower price or with some extra perks, such as free games, accessories, or gift cards.

    However, Black Friday is also a very competitive and chaotic day, as many shoppers are vying for the same deals and products, and some retailers may have limited stock or availability. Therefore, Xbox Series X buyers need to be prepared and strategic to score the best deals on the console.

    How to find the best deals on the Xbox Series X on Amazon?

    Amazon is one of the biggest and most popular online retailers in the world, which offers a wide range of products and services, including the Xbox Series X. Amazon is also known for its competitive prices, fast and free shipping, and customer service. However, finding the best deals on the Xbox Series X on Amazon can be challenging, as the console may sell out quickly or have limited stock, and the prices and offers may change frequently. Here are some tips and steps on how to find the best deals on the Xbox Series X on Amazon:

    Step 1: Check the official Xbox Series X page on Amazon. The first step to finding the best deals on the Xbox Series X on Amazon is to check the official Xbox Series X page on Amazon, which shows the current price, availability, and offers of the console.

    You can also see the customer reviews, ratings, and questions about the console, as well as the product details, specifications, and features. You can also compare the console with other similar products, such as the Xbox Series S, the PlayStation 5, or the Nintendo Switch. You can also add the console to your wish list or cart or sign up for email alerts to keep track of the console and get notified of any changes or updates.

    Step 2: Search for other Xbox Series X deals on Amazon. The second step to finding the best deals on the Xbox Series X on Amazon is to search for different Xbox Series X sells on Amazon using the search bar or the filters.

    You can use keywords such as “Xbox Series X,” “Xbox Series X bundle,” “Xbox Series X Black Friday,” or “Xbox Series X deal” to find relevant results. You can also use filters such as “Price,” “Discount,” “Rating,” “Brand,” or “Category” to narrow down your results. You can also sort your results by “Relevance,” “Price: Low to High,” “Price: High to Low,” “Customer Reviews,” or “Newest Arrivals” to find the best deals. You can also check the “Today’s Deals” or “Black Friday Deals” sections on Amazon, which show the latest and hottest deals on various products and services, including the Xbox Series X.

    Step 3: Compare and evaluate the Xbox Series X deals on Amazon. The third and final step to finding the best deals on the Xbox Series X on Amazon is to compare and evaluate the Xbox Series X deals on Amazon and choose the one that suits your preference, budget, and needs. You can compare and assess the Xbox Series X deals on Amazon based on several factors, such as:

    Price: The price of the Xbox Series X on Amazon may vary depending on the seller, the availability, the demand, and the offers. The regular price of the Xbox Series X is $499.99, but you may find it cheaper or more expensive on Amazon, depending on the factors mentioned above. It would be best if you looked for the lowest price possible but also consider the shipping costs, the taxes, and the fees, which may affect the final price. It would be best if you also looked for any discounts, coupons, or cashback offers that may reduce the cost further.

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    Availability: The availability of the Xbox Series X on Amazon may depend on the stock, the demand, and the delivery time. The Xbox Series X may be in stock or out of stock or have limited stock or availability on Amazon, depending on the factors mentioned above.

    You should look for the console that is in stock or has high availability and avoid the ones that are out of stock or have low availability, as they may not be delivered on time or at all. It would be best if you also looked for the delivery time, which may vary from same-day delivery to several weeks or months, depending on the seller, the location, and the shipping method. It would be best if you looked for the fastest delivery time possible but also consider the shipping costs, which may affect the final price.

    Offers: The offers of the Xbox Series X on Amazon may include free games, accessories, gift cards, or other perks, which may enhance the value and appeal of the console. The Xbox Series X may come with different offers or bundles, depending on the seller, the availability, and the demand.

    You should look for the offers or bundles that include the games, accessories, gift cards, or other perks that you want or need, and avoid the ones that have the ones that you don’t like or need, as they may not be worth the extra cost. You should also look for the terms and conditions, the expiration date, and the redemption process of the offers or bundles, which may affect their validity and usability.

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  • Is Lethal Company On Xbox? The Availability And Compatibility Of The Co-op Horror Game

    Is Lethal Company On Xbox? The Availability And Compatibility Of The Co-op Horror Game

    Lethal Company is a co-op horror game that was released on Steam on October 23, 2023. The game is about a group of scavengers who explore abandoned moons and collect scrap to sell to the Company while facing various dangers and creatures.

    The game has received positive reviews from players and critics, who praised its graphics, gameplay, and atmosphere. But is Lethal Company on Xbox, and can Xbox users play the game with their friends and family? In this article, we will answer these questions and more based on the available information and sources.

    What is Lethal Company, and What Are Its Features?

    Is Lethal Company On Xbox?
    Is Lethal Company On Xbox?

    Lethal Company is a co-op horror game developed and published by Zeekerss, an indie game studio. Sci-fi and horror classics, such as Alien, The Thing, and Dead Space, inspire the game. The game features:

    • A seamless and immersive open world without any loading screens or boundaries. The game is set in the vast continent of Perfect World, where players can explore various regions, such as forests, deserts, mountains, and oceans, and encounter diverse creatures, cultures, and mysteries.
    • It is a fast-paced and fluid combat system where players can unleash their skills and combos on their enemies and enjoy the impact and feedback of every hit. Players can also use their Spirit Beasts to assist them in battle and switch between them to adapt to different situations. Players can choose from four races and four classes, each with their talents and abilities, and develop their fighting style.
    • It is a rich and engaging story, with multiple endings and choices that affect the outcome. Players will play as a Soul Tamer, a unique being who can capture and tame Spirit Beasts, which are powerful and amazing animals that possess mystical abilities. Players will embark on a quest to find the reincarnated Prime, the legendary hero who once saved the world from chaos and who is now reborn in a new body. Along the way, players will meet other Soul Tamers, who can be their friends or foes, and join forces with them to overcome various challenges and dangers.
    • A variety of modes and activities, such as Versus, Training, Party, and Online. Versus mode allows players to fight against the CPU or another player locally. Training mode will enable players to practice their skills and combos. Party mode allows players to play mini-games and party games with other players online. Online mode will allow players to fight against other players online, in ranked or casual matches or lobbies.
    • A customization and progression system where players can customize their character’s appearance, skills, and equipment and create their unique style and identity. Players can also craft and upgrade new items, such as the Elemental Armor, the Elemental Weapons, and the Elemental Artifacts, which have unique properties and effects, such as elemental damage, resistance, and bonuses. These items require special materials and recipes, which can be obtained from the new regions and events.

    Is Lethal Company on Xbox, and Can Xbox Users Play the Game?

    According to the steam page of Lethal Company, the game is currently only available for PCs and requires a Windows 10 operating system, a 64-bit processor and memory, and a DirectX 11 compatible graphics card. The game does not support any other platforms or devices, such as Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, or mobile devices.

    However, the developer has stated that they are interested and working on bringing the game to other platforms and devices in the future and that they will announce any updates or news on their social media channels and Discord server.

    The developer has also said that they are considering and working on adding cross-play and cross-save features to the game, which would allow players to play the game on any platform and device and switch between them without losing their progress and data.

    Therefore, the answer to the question “Is Lethal Company on Xbox?” is no, at least for now. Xbox users cannot play the game with their friends and family unless they have a PC that meets the minimum requirements of the game.

    However, there is a possibility and probability that Lethal Company will be on Xbox, or at least support cross-play and cross-save features, in the near future, depending on the developer’s plans and progress.

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    Lethal Company is a co-op horror game that was released on Steam on October 23, 2023. The game is about a group of scavengers who explore abandoned moons and collect scrap to sell to the Company while facing various dangers and creatures.

    The game has received positive reviews from players and critics, who praised its graphics, gameplay, and atmosphere. However, the game is not on Xbox, and Xbox users cannot play the game with their friends and family unless they have a PC that meets the minimum requirements of the game.

    The developer has stated that they are interested and working on bringing the game to other platforms and devices and adding cross-play and cross-save features in the future and that they will announce any updates or news on their social media channels and Discord server.

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