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Keep On Truckin’? Truck Simulator Cargo Driver 2025 – USA Pulls Up
- Truck Simulator Cargo Driver 2025 - USA is now available exclusively on Xbox Series X|S, offering an authentic American trucking experience.
- Players can transport various cargo, manage their driver's needs, progress through upgrades and customizations, and explore diverse locations across America.
- The game focuses on realistic graphics, immersive gameplay, and simulating the challenges of long-haul trucking in the United States.
- With previous truck simulation games receiving mixed reviews, the success of Truck Simulator Cargo Driver 2025 - USA remains to be seen as it aims to deliver a deep and polished experience for console players.
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GTA 6 Mapping Project Goes Into Overdrive With Trailer 2 Release: 'It's an Information Overload'
- The GTA 6 mapping project accelerates after Trailer 2 release, providing an information overload to its 370+ members.
- The project aims to create an accurate GTA 6 map gathering details from leaks, Trailers 1 and 2, and new information about the state of Leonida.
- Rockstar confirms plot details, characters, and new locations like Vice City, Leonida Keys, and Mount Kalaga through Trailer 2.
- Despite concerns of potential shutdown by Take-Two, volunteers are diligently working on mapping GTA 6 with hopes for accuracy before the expected release in May 2026.
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Sony WH-1000XM6 emerge in Amazon listing ahead of launch
- Sony is set to launch its new premium over-ear headphones, the WH-1000XM6, which appeared in an Amazon Spain listing before being deleted.
- The WH-1000XM6 will feature a new QN3 HD Noise Cancelling processor that is 7 times faster than the previous model, promising improved sound quality and noise cancellation.
- These headphones will have 30mm dynamic drivers, 12 microphones with Multi Noise Sensor technology, Hi-Res Audio support, LDAC, DSEE Extreme, and 360 Reality Audio with head tracking.
- Other features of the WH-1000XM6 include Adaptive Sound Control, Quick Attention mode, Background Music, Wind Noise Reduction, Speak to Chat, 30-hour battery life, and a price tag of $449.99 with an expected launch between May 14 and May 16.
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Control 2 Is Being Made On A Slightly Smaller Budget Than Alan Wake 2
- Remedy CEO Tero Virtala shared that Control 2 is being made with a slightly smaller budget compared to Alan Wake 2.
- Control 2's budget is €50 million, split between Remedy and Annapurna, with Alan Wake 2's budget slightly higher.
- Despite the industry's rising budgets, Remedy is confident in creating excellent games within their budget constraints.
- Control 2 entered full production in February and is on track to meet its milestones, according to Remedy's Business Review for January–March 2025.
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Revenge of the Savage Planet Review
- Revenge of the Savage Planet, a sequel to Journey to the Savage Planet, showcases stronger satire on corporate greed and consumerism with humor and wit.
- The game starts with the protagonist being sacked by an intergalactic mega-corp, setting the tone for an adventurous journey on a savage planet.
- Players engage in shooting alien creatures and exploring colorful and savage environments, with a focus on building a colony despite being alone.
- The gameplay loop involves missions, upgrades, and narrative interludes, following a Metroidvania style that keeps players engaged.
- The game features open-world planetary maps filled with verticality, secrets, and hidden resources, providing excitement in exploration.
- A significant change from the original game is the shift to a third-person viewpoint, offering precise platforming and visual gags.
- Revenge of the Savage Planet supports co-op play, enhancing the experience of humor and exploration, though with some limitations.
- The game excels in humor, with satirical elements that critique consumerism, greed, and corporate irresponsibility in a dystopian yet plausible manner.
- Despite minor technical issues like collision detection and occasional bugs, the overall enjoyment and humor in the game remain unaffected.
- Raccoon Games successfully navigates through real-world challenges to deliver an entertaining and witty sequel that offers a blend of adventure and satire.
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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Has Sold Over 1 Million Copies On Switch
- Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on Switch has sold over 1 million copies, reaching a total of 1.27 million in sales as confirmed by Nintendo.
- The game was released on January 16, 2025, and while its performance met expectations, it was outsold by titles like Super Mario Odyssey, Luigi's Mansion 2 HD, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
- The game faced controversies regarding its lack of meaningful updates for its $60 price tag and the absence of the original developers from Retro Studios in the credits.
- Nintendo is looking ahead to the release of Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2, with high expectations for sales of both new and existing Switch consoles.
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TheXboxHub
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MechWarrior 5: Clans Unleashes Ghost Bear: Flash Storm Expansion!
- The Ghost Bear: Flash Storm expansion for MechWarrior 5: Clans has been released, focusing on Clan Ghost Bear's push towards Terra with new Mechs and high-stakes missions.
- Players take command of the elite Ghost Bear unit, The Silveroot Keshik, to engage in critical operations like Trial of Possession and Battle for Alshain.
- The expansion introduces 8 new 'Mechs, including OmniMechs and BattleMechs, and allows players to command deadly Elemental battle armour infantry squads.
- MechWarrior 5: Clans - Ghost Bear: Flash Storm expansion adds strategic depth to the game and is available on Game Pass for Xbox and PC.
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Get Entangled as Wacky Physics Puzzler Strings Theory Pings Xbox
- Strings Theory, a wacky puzzle/arcade game, is now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, priced at £13.24.
- Players control three unique 'string' heroes with distinct abilities in over 50 brain-twisting levels set in the mysterious Anomaly.
- The game features hazardous environments with challenges like Deatomizers, Trapdoors, Gravitiles, Kinetiles, requiring strategic planning and arcade skills to survive.
- Strings Theory offers a unique local co-op mode for up to 3 players, each controlling a different string, fostering teamwork and communication to solve puzzles together.
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Mark Darrah Reveals How Changes At BioWare Saw The Dragon Age Team Feel Like They Were Getting No Support
- Mark Darrah, former executive producer at BioWare for the Dragon Age series, discussed impactful changes at BioWare in 2017.
- The Dragon Age team felt unsupported and overlooked as resources were shifted to Mass Effect Andromeda, halting progress on Dragon Age's fourth installment.
- BioWare's reporting structure to EA changed in 2017, influencing decisions to focus on different projects like Anthem over Andromeda's DLC and Dragon Age.
- Despite reassurances, Darrah faced challenges in prioritizing Dragon Age due to limited resources and unexpected returns of key personnel.
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Journey of Johann: Grasslands Review
- Journey of Johann: Grasslands is a fast-paced platformer with retro pixel art style and 2D side-scrolling gameplay.
- The game features 20 levels where players use medieval weaponry like spears and shields to conquer enemies and obstacles.
- The absence of narrative elements allows the game to focus on speed and gameplay, eliminating cutscenes and dialogues.
- The game's visuals and music create a sense of urgency, urging players to move swiftly through levels.
- Level designs in Journey of Johann offer depth with puzzles, secrets, and varied gameplay mechanics to keep players engaged.
- The weapon system in the game allows players to use weapons not only for combat but also for platforming and solving puzzles.
- The game's polished graphics and attention to detail elevate its overall presentation and add to the immersive experience.
- Journey of Johann is designed for speedrunning, with timed challenges offering replay value and medals based on completion speed.
- The game provides a unique and fast-paced 2D platforming experience, focusing on gameplay and mechanics over narrative depth.
- Players can expect a fast-paced and fun experience with great replayability, especially for those interested in speedrunning challenges.
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Nintendo expects the Switch 2 to be just as successful as the original
- Nintendo forecasts global sales of 15 million Switch 2 consoles by the end of March 2026, comparable to the original Switch's first year sales despite a higher price.
- The Switch 2 is set to launch on June 5th with expectations to sell 45 million games within 10 months, while the older Switch is projected to sell 4.5 million consoles and over 100 million games in the coming year.
- The original Switch sold over 17.79 million units worldwide in its first 13 months on sale, surpassing Nintendo's initial forecasts, and has accumulated more than 150 million units sold over its lifetime.
- Nintendo faces uncertainties with US tariffs impacting Switch 2 sales projections, with higher demand than expected despite concerns over the $449.99 price tag and supply warnings in response to overwhelming preorders in both the US and Japan.
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Enter the Monolith – Empyreal Launches on Xbox Series X|S, PS5 & PC
- Empyreal, the action RPG from developer Silent Games and publisher Secret Mode, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, inviting players to explore profound secrets for £24.99 / $29.99 USD.
- Set on an unexplored planet, Empyreal starts at a massive Monolith built by a lost civilization, teeming with danger that the Expedition team struggles to handle.
- Players step into the shoes of an elite mercenary tasked with delving deep into the Monolith to uncover groundbreaking revelations about humanity.
- Empyreal offers skill-based combat, diverse weapon archetypes, deep customization options, and character creation with unique backstories and dialogue choices.
- A highlight of Empyreal is the Cartogram system, providing randomly generated attributes for hand-designed levels, influencing enemies, loot, and challenges.
- The game features engaging NPC questlines with multiple endings, asynchronous multiplayer elements, and the ability to gift items and interact with other players within the Monolith.
- With a beautiful shattered world to explore, epic boss battles, and a focus on intricate combat mechanics, Empyreal promises a rich and challenging RPG experience.
- Players can now embark on their adventure in Empyreal on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC for £24.99 / $29.99 USD to uncover the universe-altering secrets within the Monolith.
- Are you ready to test your skills, face ancient automatons, and reveal the hidden truths within the Monolith? Dive into Empyreal today and start your journey.
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The best earbuds for Android devices in 2025
- When it comes to wireless earbuds for Android devices, Apple's AirPods are not the default choice like they are for iPhone owners.
- Testing numerous wireless earbuds, recommendations for Android users have been broken down by the experts.
- Key features for Android earbuds include sound quality, comfort, battery life, water resistance, and mic quality.
- In the $100 range, features like ANC, wireless charging, ambient sound mode, and multipoint connectivity are expected.
- Considerations for Android devices include a dedicated app, Google Fast Pair, NFC-based pairing, and high-quality Bluetooth codecs.
- Certain wireless earbuds may work better with specific devices, like recent Samsung earbuds with perks for Galaxy phone users.
- Testing involves wearing earbuds extensively, evaluating sound quality, EQ tuning, microphone quality, battery life, and comfort.
- The most recent updates include a replacement for the best sound quality pick and monitoring of tariffs' impact on pricing and stock.
- The Noble FoKus Rex5 is the new top pick for sound quality, with other recommendations unchanged from previous assessments.
- Guide revisions ensure accuracy, availability, and pricing updates to provide current information for potential buyers.
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Palworld Developer Pocketpair Says It’s Being Forced to Patch the Game Due to Nintendo and The Pokémon Company’s Lawsuit
- Palworld developer Pocketpair has made changes to the game as a result of a patent lawsuit with Nintendo and The Pokémon Company.
- Palworld launched on Steam and Game Pass, breaking sales and player number records early in 2024.
- Pocketpair created Palworld Entertainment with Sony to expand the IP and launched the game on PS5.
- Nintendo and The Pokémon Company are seeking damages and an injunction against Palworld due to alleged patent infringement.
- Recent changes in the game, like Patch v0.3.11 and v0.5.5, were a result of legal threats from the lawsuit.
- Changes include removing the ability to summon Pals by throwing Pal Spheres and implementing gliding with a glider instead of Pals.
- Pocketpair states that these compromises were necessary to avoid disruptions and blockages in the game's development and sale.
- Despite the changes, Pocketpair is disputing the claims made in the lawsuit and focusing on challenging the validity of the patents.
- The ongoing legal proceedings have caused discomfort and concern among fans, but Pocketpair continues to work on developing Palworld.
- Pocketpair team apologized for the adjustments made and thanked fans for their support during the challenging period.
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Score 8 killer games for $11.99 / £8.99 in May's Humble Choice
- Humble Choice May lineup offers 8 games for $11.99 / £8.99, including a bonus month of IGN Plus.
- Games include Evil West, Amnesia: The Bunker, The Thaumaturge: Deluxe Edition, Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, Ultros, Corpse Keeper, and Star Wars: Bounty Hunter.
- Each game offers unique gameplay experiences, from supernatural carnage in Evil West to survival horror in Amnesia: The Bunker.
- Subscribers also receive a free month of IGN Plus, with no ads and full access to guides, making the bundle a great deal for gamers.
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