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This week in PC games: Tony Hawk, eerie cat miners and all the speedrunning you can eat
- Summer Games Done Quick, the annual speedrunning festival, commenced with viewer donations going to Doctors Without Borders.
- Missile Command Delta offers a turn-based twist to the classic game, while Develop in Brighton starts on July 8th.
- Mycopunk, a teampunk punkshooter similar to Destiny, releases alongside unique games like Occlude and Everdeep Aurora on July 10th.
- Friday introduces games like Dogwalk, Xenopurge, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, and Death Ring: Second Impact to the gaming scene.
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Pokémon Go Artwork Teases Scarlet and Violet's Paradox Pokémon, Though Fans Are Divided on How They'll Be Released
- Pokémon Go has teased the arrival of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Paradox creatures within the game.
- These Paradox Pokémon are new versions of familiar creatures coming from alternate past and future realities, as seen in the recent mainline games, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet for Nintendo Switch.
- Fans are debating on how these Paradox Pokémon will be released in Pokémon Go, speculating on potential raid appearances similar to Ultra Beasts from Pokémon Sun and Moon.
- While there are expectations for new features like Gigantamax Butterfree and Mega Metagross, fans are eager to see how Paradox Pokémon will be integrated, despite some past disappointments with teased Pokémon introductions.
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What’s with the latest Mario Kart World update? Pure Nintendo Podcast E119
- The latest episode of the Pure Nintendo Podcast discusses various Nintendo updates and news, including Bandai Namco showcase, Mario Kart World update, and upcoming game releases.
- Bandai Namco announced news regarding Little Nightmares III and an enhanced version for Switch, along with the upcoming game Shadow Labyrinth.
- Mario Kart World's latest update has faced controversy over changes made to random selections in versus mode, sparking discontent among online players.
- The podcast also covers upcoming titles like Drag x Drive, Donkey Kong Bananza, Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, and the return of WWE 2K25 to Nintendo consoles after many years.
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Honor X9c makes its way to India
- The Honor X9c is arriving in India following its global launch in November, emphasizing durability and a 6,000mAh battery with 66W wired charging.
- The device features a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with FHD+ 120Hz resolution, Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, and a 108MP main camera alongside a 5MP ultrawide lens.
- Honor X9c is IP65M-rated for water resistance and drop-resistant up to 2 meters. It will be available in Titanium Black and Jade Cyan colors with a price tag of INR 21,999 ($255) for the 8/256GB variant.
- Open sales for the Honor X9c are set to begin on July 12 via Amazon India.
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eSports Market to be Worth $9.1 Billion by 2032
- The eSports market is projected to reach $9.1 billion by 2032, driven by increasing interest, low entry barriers, and sponsorship opportunities.
- The market faces challenges like limited audience awareness and lack of professional opportunities in emerging countries.
- Key players include TaKeTV GmbH, Activision Blizzard, Nintendo, Sony, and Tencent, among others.
- Esports growth is fueled by brand investments, global connectivity, streaming platforms like Twitch, YouTube Gaming, and Facebook Gaming.
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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Tops The PS5 Download Charts For June 2025 In US
- Death Stranding 2: On The Beach tops the PS5 download charts for June 2025 in the US, while Rematch leads in the EU.
- Death Stranding 2 secured fourth place in the EU despite its late release, impressively claiming the number one spot in the US.
- Other top-performing titles in both regions include Grand Theft Auto V and Forza Horizon 5.
- The PlayStation Store charts for June 2025 show the popularity of various games in the US and EU, with Death Stranding 2 and Rematch leading the way in each respective region.
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Meet Velvet Sundown: The AI music band with over 10 lakh Spotify listeners
- The Velvet Sundown, an AI music band, has gained over 850,000 monthly Spotify listeners since June 2025, sparking concern about the impact of AI-generated music on human creativity.
- Their breakout track, “Dust on the Wind,” with over 10 lakh streams, reveals their algorithmic origins and questionable authenticity, raising doubts about the future of art and creativity.
- The band’s rise has been attributed to algorithm manipulation and Spotify's visibility boost, highlighting the challenges genuine artists face in a saturated market.
- While The Velvet Sundown claims to be an 'artistic provocation' using AI for music creation, the band's success underscores the potential threat AI-generated music poses to authentic human expression in the music industry.
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Palworld system requirements
- The Palworld system requirements have not changed since the game entered early access.
- Some crucial information is missing, particularly for gamers with AMD hardware, making it challenging to gauge performance expectations for these users.
- Despite initial concerns related to performance and legal issues, Palworld has been thriving post-update 6.0, with over 100,000 daily players on average.
- For those interested in optimizing their experience in this Pokémon-inspired RPG, recommendations for the best Palworld settings on both PC and Steam Deck are available.
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DBD codes July 2025
- Three DBD codes have been moved to expired in July 2025.
- Players can obtain various rewards such as bonus Bloodpoints and in-game cosmetics through DBD codes.
- DBD codes allow customization through badges, banners, and rewards for both killers and survivors.
- Some Dead by Daylight codes are ongoing, offering continuous opportunities for rewards.
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Digit
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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL price drops by Rs 30,000 on Flipkart: How to get this deal
- Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is available at a discounted price of under Rs 94,999 on Flipkart, down from its launch price of Rs 1,24,999.
- To avail of this deal, customers can apply various discounts including a Rs 10,000 discount using HDFC bank card on EMI transactions, a 5 percent discount with Flipkart Axis Bank card, or Rs 1,500 cashback on UPI transactions.
- Customers can further reduce the price by exchanging their old devices for a value depending on the condition, purchasing extended warranty, or other add-ons.
- The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display, Tensor G4 chipset, 16GB RAM, 50MP main + 48MP ultrawide + 48MP 5x telephoto lenses, and a large 5,060 mAh battery with IP68 certification for dust and water resistance.
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Housefull 5 OTT release: When and where to watch the comedy film online
- Housefull 5, the latest installment of the Housefull series, was released in theatres on June 6, 2025, offering fans a mix of humor and a star-studded cast on a luxurious cruise ship.
- Housefull 5 is expected to stream on Amazon Prime Video in late July or early August 2025, two months after its theatrical release, although there is no official confirmation yet.
- The movie stars Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, and Sonam Bajwa, along with other Bollywood personalities, contributing to the entertainment.
- The story of Housefull 5 unfolds on a cruise ship, where confusion arises when multiple men claim to be the wealthy old man's son, leading to a series of comedic events that involve DNA testing, mysterious deaths, and the involvement of quirky cops portrayed by Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff.
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Strinova codes July 2025 and how to redeem
- iDreamSky provides limited-time Strinova codes for free rewards like EXP boosters, dream tokens, emotes, skins, or crystal boxes.
- The latest Strinova redeem codes in the anime game offer helpful freebies to enhance gameplay performance.
- Players can utilize these codes to strengthen their characters on the Strinova tier list and should check regularly for new offerings.
- The article provides instructions on how to redeem the Strinova codes to claim the rewards.
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Xbox executive suggests AI chatbots for layoff support amid workforce cuts
- An Xbox executive suggested using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for emotional and career support during Microsoft's job cuts affecting over 9,000 employees.
- The recommendation aimed at helping employees with resume creation, job search, and career planning to alleviate the emotional burden of job loss.
- The proposal received mixed reactions, with concerns raised about the reliability of AI-generated advice during vulnerable times and the potential risks involved.
- Even as tech companies invest heavily in AI, the contrast between job cuts and AI development raises questions about long-term workforce strategies.
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Romero Games have "completely" closed doors, but there's still hope for the Doom creator's new FPS
- Romero Games, known for creating Doom, has closed its doors after losing funding for their upcoming FPS.
- The closure impacted 100 workers, with the news coming as a shock to employees who had been meeting with the publisher a day prior.
- Despite hitting their milestones and receiving praise, the project is now completely closed, but efforts are being made to secure alternative funding.
- There is still hope for the unnamed FPS project as there has been significant interest, and the focus currently is on supporting the affected staff members.
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HP launches AI-powered OmniBook 5 and 3 laptops in India, starting at ₹69,999
- HP has launched two new laptop series, OmniBook 5 and OmniBook 3, in India.
- The OmniBook 5 features Snapdragon X Plus chip with a 2K OLED panel and claims a battery life of 34 hours.
- The more budget-oriented OmniBook 3 comes in 14 and 15.6-inch sizes, runs on AMD's new AI platform, and focuses on productivity.
- Both models emphasize sustainability with features like recycled plastics and are available in India starting at ₹69,999.
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