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Krafton slams ex-Subnautica 2 execs and claims it’ll give developers their ‘promised’ reward
- Krafton disputes ex-Unknown Worlds leaders' abandonment, promises fair compensation to developers.
- Former execs were expected to lead Subnautica 2 but delayed game and failed obligations.
- Krafton changes leadership, emphasizes support for remaining team members and game development.
- Company committed to honoring promises and delivering exceptional gaming experience to fans.
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The next Helldivers 2 warbond is going superscience sicko mode with a seven-barreled assault rifle, a plasma cannon, and a wormhole-generating backpack that lets you warp around the battlefield
- Arrowhead Studios is introducing a range of new super high-tech weapons and gear in the upcoming Helldivers 2 warbond, Control Group.
- The warbond features the VG-70 Variable, a seven-barreled primary weapon with multiple firing modes, including a 'total' mode for devastating firepower.
- Other additions include an arc grenade that chains lightning, a laser sentry that can explode if overheated, and a plasma cannon that detonates if overcharged.
- The highlight of the warbond is the LIFT-182 Warp Pack, a backpack stratagem that allows users to warp jump around the battlefield, but excessive use may lead to death if the wormhole collapses.
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Prime Day deals: Samsung Galaxy Watches and tablets on sale, both old and new
- Samsung launches new smartwatches - a new vanilla model and a new Classic, as well as updating the Ultra with 64GB storage and a new color. Last year's models are still available at discounted prices for Prime Day.
- The new Samsung Galaxy Watch8 features a slimmer design, brighter display, and similar Exynos W1000 chipset. The Galaxy Watch7 is available with discounts, while the Watch8 is available for pre-order with a $50 gift card.
- The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic comes with a rotating bezel and Quick Button, but only in a compact 46mm size. The older Galaxy Watch6 Classic, powered by Exynos W930, is available at discounted prices for Prime Day.
- Prime Day deals also include discounts on Samsung Galaxy tablets - Galaxy Tab S9 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Galaxy Tab S10+ with Dimensity 9300+, and Galaxy Tab S10 FE models. Older models are on sale with various discounts.
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Throne and Liberty opens a new four-star trial, adds more raid shinies, and adjusts guild boss portals
- Throne and Liberty has introduced a new four-star dimensional trial called the Crypt of Augmentation, featuring a final battle against Velentra.
- The MMORPG also added new earring drops and made adjustments to the 12-person Calanthia raid, while field boss guild portals now have access times set at twice a day at 8:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. local server time.
- Other updates in the patch include the addition of 14 new accessories for crafting, a level cap raise to 90 for runes, chaos prism rewards for clearing weekly missions in the next two weeks, and various fixes to UI, combat, and general gameplay.
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New Horror Game Is All About Doing Dentist Work On A Shark That Wants To Kill You
- Shark Dentist is a new horror game announced for PC where players take on the role of a shark dentist, dealing with a fully awake shark that could turn fatal with one mistake.
- The game, currently available for wishlist on Steam, is a horror roguelike where players must treat the teeth of giant predators in a dark clinic while avoiding their deadly aggression.
- Inspired by Saw, Jaws, and Buckshot Roulette, Shark Dentist involves balancing tactics, luck, and limited resources to heal the shark without risking the player's life.
- Despite the scientific inaccuracy of sharks continuously replacing their teeth, the game's premise involves dealing with randomly generated dental issues and ensuring the shark's vitals are maintained.
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Bluesky is adding age verification features for users in the UK
- Bluesky will introduce age verification features for users in the UK to comply with UK laws requiring platforms with adult content to confirm users' ages.
- The company will use Epic games' Kids Web Services for the age verification checks, offering options like face scans, ID scans, or credit card verification.
- Users in the UK who do not verify their age will lose access to direct messaging and adult content shared on Bluesky.
- The UK's Online Safety Act mandates age verification for platforms with adult content, set to take effect on July 25, while similar measures in the US have faced criticism for privacy concerns.
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Gamespot
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Yu-Gi-Oh 14-Game Collection For Switch Is Only $20 For Prime Day
- The Yu-Gi-Oh Early Days Collection for Nintendo Switch is on sale for $20 during Amazon's Prime Day sales event.
- This collection includes 14 Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance games released between 1998 and 2003.
- The Switch-exclusive physical edition also includes a Secret Rare Yu-Gi-Oh trading card.
- Apart from Amazon, Walmart is also offering the collection for $22.18 if the Amazon deal sells out.
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Krafton accuses former Subnautica 2 bosses of abandoning the game in surprising new statement: 'We feel a profound sense of betrayal by their failure to honor the trust placed in them'
- Krafton accuses the former Subnautica 2 bosses of abandoning the project, leading to confusion, delays, and lack of content volume in the game development.
- Krafton acquired Subnautica developer Unknown Worlds for $500 million in 2021 and put additional earn-out compensation of $250 million on the table for achieving targets.
- The former studio heads were terminated earlier this month for not fulfilling their roles as expected by Krafton and causing significant delays, with the game now postponed to 2026.
- Krafton expresses profound disappointment and betrayal by the former leadership for not honoring the trust placed in them, leading to intense disagreements over the development of Subnautica 2.
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Wild Hearts S Demo Is Now Out On Switch 2, And You Can Transfer Your Save To Full Game
- Wild Hearts S demo is now available on Switch 2 with the option to transfer save data to the full game releasing on July 25.
- The demo includes the prologue up to 'Minato,' allowing players to fight against creatures like Ragetail and Kingtusk.
- Wild Hearts S supports up to four-player co-op locally and online, a step up from the original game which only supported three players. However, cross-platform multiplayer is not included.
- Originally launched in February 2023 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, Wild Hearts S on Switch 2 is published by Koei Tecmo, developed by Omega Force, and differs from the EA-published versions.
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PS4, PS5 Remaster of Beloved Vita JRPG Is 25% Off on PS Store
- Freedom Wars Remastered, a beloved PS Vita JRPG, is currently 25% off on the PS Store for PS5 and PS4 players.
- The discounted price is $29.99, down from the original $39.99, with the offer ending on July 17 at 2:59 a.m. ET.
- The game is set in a distant future where being alive is a sin, and players must fight using their Thorn weapon to reduce their prison sentence and strive for freedom.
- Freedom Wars Remastered has received decent reviews, with an average score of 73 on Metacritic; it offers unique gameplay for PS Vita owners who enjoy a solid grind.
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Catan Board Game's New 6th Edition Gets First Discount For Prime Day
- Catan's newly released 6th Edition board game is on sale for the first time at Amazon during the Prime Day event.
- The discounted price for Catan 6th Edition is $42, down from its original price of $50.
- The new edition includes quality-of-life improvements, visual enhancements, and an improved rulebook to assist new players.
- Although the 6th Edition expansions are not discounted, fans can purchase the Seafarers Expansion for $50 and Cities & Knights for $55.
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Don't Fold on This Prime Day Deal for Balatro on Nintendo Switch
- The Nintendo Switch version of the game 'Balatro' is on sale for $19.99, down from $29.99, as part of Amazon's Prime Day sale.
- In 'Balatro,' players earn points by playing various Poker hands to score high enough to complete levels and purchase upgrades.
- The game, made by a single developer, LocalThunk, has received numerous awards since its release and is praised for its gameplay loop.
- Prime Day also features discounts on other Switch games and items across various categories at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy.
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Professor Oak's voice actor, James Carter Cathcart, has died
- James Carter Cathcart, known for voicing Pokémon's Professor Oak and other characters, has passed away at 71 due to throat cancer.
- Cathcart, also credited as 'Jimmy Zoppi' and 'Carter Cathcart,' voiced characters like Gary Oak, Team Rocket's Meowth, and James across over 700 episodes of the Pokémon animated series.
- Apart from Pokémon, Cathcart contributed to other works such as voicing Vector the Crocodile in Shadow the Hedgehog and various Pokémon in Super Smash Bros. Brawl.
- After a 25-year career, Cathcart retired in 2023 following his cancer diagnosis. He passed away in hospice care in Forest Hills, New York, leaving behind a legacy as a talented musician, writer, and voice actor.
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Amazon's Comic Book and Graphic Novel Deals Are Dangerously Good for Prime Day
- Amazon is offering a buy 2, get 1 free sale on books and comics for Prime Day, including mainstream superhero comics and indie titles like Walking Dead.
- Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition is discounted by $100 for Prime Day, great for digital comic reading.
- Deals include Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, Complete Calvin and Hobbes collection, Marvel and DC graphic novels, and indie omnibuses like Hellboy and Invincible.
- Various iconic graphic novels are on sale, such as Frank Miller's Daredevil, Cullen Bunn's Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe, and DC classics like Batman: Hush and All-Star Superman.
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The Complete Guide to AI Tools for Streamers in 2025: Boost Your Content Creation Game
- AI tools are revolutionizing content creation for streamers, boosting efficiency and quality.
- Streamliner.gg offers AI-generated titles, thumbnails, chat commands, emotes, and overlay elements.
- Using AI strategically can help streamers enhance their unique voice and engage their audience.
- AI tools are a powerful assistant, not a replacement for creativity and connection.
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