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Labyrinth Of The Demon King might be the perfect PS1-style horror RPG
- Labyrinth Of The Demon King is a new horror RPG reminiscent of PS1-style games with elements from popular horror titles like Silent Hill and Amnesia.
- The game is set in a mythical feudal Japan and tasks players with tracking down and defeating a yokai boss who led their lord into an ambush.
- Players navigate through a house filled with eerie creatures, including filthbastards, and solve puzzles to progress. The gameplay involves stamina-based combat and strategic choices.
- Labyrinth Of The Demon King captures the unsettling atmosphere of early Silent Hill games with its dithering graphics, eerie sound effects, and slow movement. The demo is available on Steam for players to try.
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Bungie pins Marathon art plagiarism on former employee, promises to “do right” by original artist
- Bungie has been accused of plagiarising art for their upcoming game, Marathon, with examples found in videos and screenshots of the game's alpha build.
- Bungie responded to the accusations, putting the blame on a former artist and pledging to review in-game assets and implement stricter checks on contributions.
- The artist, Antireal, raised concerns on social media about their work being used without permission by Bungie in Marathon.
- Bungie stated that they take the matter seriously, have contacted the artist to resolve the issue, and are conducting a thorough review of their in-game assets to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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macOS 15.5 Sequoia is Out – What’s New
- Apple has released macOS 15.5 Sequoia, focusing on performance, security, and usability enhancements.
- Updates include new features, enterprise-focused enhancements, bug fixes, and improved usability.
- Enhancements in battery optimization and system performance aim to deliver better user experience.
- Future updates in development promise to build upon the features introduced in macOS 15.5 Sequoia.
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Legacy Of Kain with parkour? Sure, go on then
- Bloodthief is a fast-paced melee dungeon-runner game with parkour elements and intense combat where you play as a vampire exsanguinating armored knights in a medieval town.
- The game offers a unique movement system with options like wall running, air dash, and missile parry that allow players to clear distances quickly and engage in combat efficiently.
- Bloodthief features levels with branching paths, shortcuts, and secrets, rewarding players with skill and creativity. The full game is coming soon, but a demo with six levels is currently available on Steam.
- The demo provides challenging gameplay that may result in many deaths but offers a rewarding experience for players striving for mastery. It combines parkour, combat, and vampire abilities in a visually engaging setting.
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Relive Arcade Glory – Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Hits with Enhanced Online Play & Killer Features
- Capcom Fighting Collection 2 has been released for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC (via Steam) at £34.99, bringing together eight classic Capcom fighting games reimagined with modern features and online play.
- The collection features iconic titles like Capcom vs. SNK series, Power Stone games, Project Justice, and Plasma Sword, many of which return to consoles with enhanced online capabilities and beginner-friendly features.
- Key features of the collection include smooth online play with rollback netcode, adjustable difficulty levels, training modes, save/load functionality, a Museum with over 700 pieces of artwork, a Music feature with 300+ tracks, and a High Score Challenge mode.
- Capcom Fighting Collection 2 has been well-received for its polished package, blending classic titles with modern enhancements. Priced at £34.99, it offers a nostalgic experience for old and new players alike.
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Sing Your Heart Out! Hannah’s Day Brings Music, Dreams & Skateboards to Xbox & Switch
- Hannah’s Day, a new action-adventure game, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch for £6.69 after its release on PC (Steam) by Watt Games and OverGamez.
- The game follows Hannah, a young girl with a passion for singing, friends, and skateboarding, overcoming obstacles and unsupportive parents to achieve her dreams with the power of music and imagination.
- Players help Hannah navigate challenges, reunite with friends, and conquer fears and doubts, emphasizing the importance of pursuing one's passions against all odds.
- Hannah’s Day offers a heartfelt story of resilience and determination to inspire players in embracing their dreams, now available for Xbox and Nintendo Switch, aiming to empower individuals to pursue their passions.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Install and Use Clash for Windows Properly
- Clash for Windows is a popular tool offering control over network traffic for enhanced security and privacy.
- The installation process involves downloading the software from the official site after confirming system requirements.
- After installation, users need to set up configurations to manage traffic efficiently and can customize rules for specific needs.
- Regular updates, monitoring features, and troubleshooting guidance ensure a secure and smooth experience when using Clash for Windows.
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"PlayStation are great" says Arrowhead's CEO, but whatever the Helldivers 2 devs are making next, it's fully self-funded
- Arrowhead Game Studios, developers of Helldivers 2, are working on a new game, which is self-funded and currently undisclosed.
- The success of Helldivers 2 has enabled the studio to fund their next project independently, without PlayStation's financial backing.
- PlayStation's attempted restriction for PC players to have a PSN account for Helldivers 2 faced backlash and was eventually dropped.
- Although Arrowhead maintains a positive relationship with PlayStation, their next project is fully self-funded, giving them more creative freedom.
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New Apple ads spotlight accessibility features
- New Apple ads showcased two accessibility features, Music Haptics on iPhone and Magnifier on Mac, on Global Accessibility Awareness Day.
- Music Haptics on iPhone allows all users to feel music vibrations through taps, textures, and vibrations synced to audio. Louisiana-born rapper, Kiddo K, highlighted the feature in his song 'Platoon' from the EP 'Warzone.'
- Magnifier on Mac, a feature for low-vision users, will be available on iOS 19 and macOS 16. The feature allows users to zoom in on notes and slides, adjusting brightness, contrast, color filters, and perspective for better visibility.
- Apple also announced additional accessibility tools ahead of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, including Accessibility Nutrition Labels, Accessibility Reader, Braille Access, Live Captions on Apple Watch, Live Recognition in Apple Vision Pro, and Magnifier for Mac.
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Here's a morbid one: Kojima has a USB stick full of ideas for Kojima Productions to use after he dies
- Hideo Kojima, known for unique game concepts, has been contemplating his own mortality recently.
- In a recent interview, he discussed how his illness during the COVID-19 pandemic made him think about his legacy and company.
- Kojima revealed a plan for Kojima Productions post his demise, entrusting a USB stick filled with ideas to his personal assistant.
- He expressed concerns about the future of Kojima Productions and hopes his ideas will be used creatively even after he's gone.
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Touch Bar Not Working After MacOS Update? Troubleshooting Black Touch Bar on MacBook Pro
- MacBook Pro users experiencing Touch Bar issues after MacOS update, including Touch Bar not working or going black.
- Troubleshooting steps include killing/relaunching TouchBarServer process, restarting Mac, booting into Safe Mode, and unusual sequence involving Recovery Mode shutdown and boot.
- Some users find Touch Bar settings disappear, even with TouchBarServer running.
- If Touch Bar remains dead, repair service may be needed, but cost can be high for out-of-warranty models, suggesting alternatives like new Mac or external keyboard.
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Microsoft ad uses an older MacBook Air for comparison: “We’re faster than a Mac”
- Microsoft's ad compares older MacBook Air with the latest Copilot+ PCs, claiming up to 58% faster performance.
- The comparison is based on Cinebench multi-core CPU benchmarks from May 2024, showing Copilot+ PCs as superior.
- Copilot+ PCs offer faster AI performance, up to 47% more than previous-gen MacBook Air, powered by a dedicated neural processing unit.
- While Microsoft highlights the superior performance of Copilot+ PCs, it does not compare single-core benchmarks where Apple's silicon has an advantage.
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How to claim your piece of Apple’s $95 million payout over Siri eavesdropping
- Apple has agreed to pay $95 million in a class action lawsuit over Siri eavesdropping allegations in California.
- Users in the U.S. who owned a Siri-enabled device and had unintended activations during private conversations between Sept. 17, 2014 and Dec. 31, 2024 can claim up to $100 from Apple.
- Those eligible for the Siri payout should have received a Claim identification Code and Confirmation Code, but if not, they can still apply by affirming the Siri activations and recordings under oath.
- The claim deadline for the Siri eavesdropping payout is July 2, 2025, and users need to follow specific instructions to submit their claims electronically for reimbursement.
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Microsoft Says 'We're Faster Than a Mac' in Latest Windows PC Ad
- Microsoft shared a new ad claiming their top-end Windows PCs are faster than a Mac based on Cinebench 2024 benchmarks.
- The ad compares the PCs to an older MacBook Air with an M3 chip, but some Copilot+ PCs are reportedly faster than even the latest MacBook Air models with an M4 chip.
- Tested Copilot+ PCs include models from Lenovo, Microsoft, and HP with various processors like Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite and AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 375.
- While some PC chips may outperform Apple silicon chips in certain tests, Apple maintains that their M4 family of chips offers industry-leading performance per watt.
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Apple places warnings on EU apps that don’t use App Store payments
- Apple is warning European users about iOS apps that use alternative payment options by labeling them as risky and not using Apple's payment system.
- Instacar, a Hungarian app, received a warning for not using Apple's payment system despite being a popular app in the EU for car-related services.
- Apple highlights that when users provide personal and payment information directly to developers or third-party partners outside the App Store, they need to trust those entities with their data.
- Aside from the warning on alternative payment methods, Apple is in the news for settling a lawsuit, facing adopter regret for its VR headsets, unveiling a new tool for music library transfers to Apple Music, and introducing CarPlay Ultra with Aston Martin vehicle orders.
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