AMD is set to give a deep ***** into its new Zen 5 CPUs at the Hot Chips conference in August 2024, according to the show's recent lineup reveal. While we're still expecting the company to unveil its latest AMD Ryzen CPUs at Computex in June, it looks as though we'll have to wait a couple more months to see what makes the new Zen 5 architecture tick. While some might be a bit disappointed that the latest best gaming CPU contenders from AMD won't be dropping straight after the expected Computex 2024 reveal, we're still hoping to find out plenty of juicy details about the chips in the not-too-distant future. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Next-gen AMD CPUs could feature up to 32 cores per **** Ayaneo's new retro spaceship toy upgrades your laptop to an AMD GPU AMD's new Ryzen CPU should really worry Intel, if this ***** is right View the full article
The warden's mask hangs heavy in Harvest Hunt, a new horror FPS roguelite developed by Villainous Games Studio and published by Neonhive Games. Infused with grim pastoral horror elements and dark village lore, Harvest Hunt's experimental concept ultimately feels a tad uneven, but ambitious and interesting all the same. At its crudest, it diverts into a kind of FPS Pac-Man for stretches at a time, but its frequent randomization of rules and tools makes for fun bursts of session-based horror. View the full article
It sure sounds like X-Men '97 season 2 is happening, but Marvel's head of streaming has offered a friendly reminder of how long animation takes to make. X-Men: The Animated Series might have wrapped up almost 30 years ago, but as evidenced by the success of X-Men '97, it's clear people were hungry for more of that particular take on the beloved world of mutants. Marvel could see that success coming too, clearly, as a second season was greenlit before the show even aired. However, it is an animated series, and a lot of people just don't seem to realise how long animation takes from script to screen. In a recent interview with [Hidden Content], Marvel streaming boss Brad Winderbaum gave an update as to where X-Men '97 season 2 is at, so that people can put their expectations in the right place. "It's still an animatic phase. Animation takes so long to make as I'm sure you know. There was a great bit about this in Invincible Season 2," Winderbaum explained, referencing a scene in the Prime Video series that pokes a bit of lighthearted fun at the animation process. They just nailed it so hard, it is the greatest. And it takes a long time. Because the studio wants to see how successful the first season is before they greenlight the second season there's a lag. We were lucky enough to get the greenlight before we aired so there's maybe less of a lag. People are just going to have to be patient with us." Read more View the full article
After what many VALORANT players would consider a lifetime, Riot Games finally unveiled its first look at the upcoming replay system. Although monumental news, there was also a caveat that might disappoint longtime players—the system is far from ready and will need a lot more time to perfect. In a new developer video, VALORANT tech lead Marcus Reid showed off the first iteration of the replay system, with some quick fly-bys on a free cam during a recorded match. This prototype looked rather simple, with a pause and play button, a toggle cursor option, the ability to cycle through agents, hiding the UI, and activating free cam and agent overlays. View the full article
Riot Games is charting a new course with VALORANT‘s upcoming Patch 8.11, bringing in a fresh map rotation in early June. Breeze and Split will be stepping aside, allowing Haven to re-enter the fray. The announcement was made in the latest Dev Updates video, where Coleman Palm, product manager, and Dan Hardison, game designer, shared the news with the VALORANT community. Emphasizing Riot’s commitment to transparency on the topic of map rotations, they revealed the next map rotation will be in Patch 8.11, set to be released in early June. View the full article
VALORANT‘s upcoming 8.11 patch, set to arrive in early June, will focus primarily on drastically increasing the diversity of the duelist role, via a plethora of buffs and nerfs the devs hope will better balance the agents in that role. Notably, Raze will receive some nerfs that are “focused on her satchel ability,” as she’s been “an overly dominant pick in this space,” according to product manager Coleman Palm in the latest VALORANT dev diary. View the full article
Chapter 4 of Senua’s Saga Hellblade 2 includes some of the toughest puzzles, so here’s a walkthrough on how to solve all the torch and brazier puzzles. As Senua goes to find the Hidden Folk, she’s tested in many different ways.How to solve all torch and brazier puzzles in Hellblade 2 Chapter 4After completing Chapter 3 and finding the underground entrance to the Hidden Folk, Senua must grab the torch on the wall and proceed to the onslaught of introductory and difficult puzzles ahead. If you’re struggling with any of these puzzles, here’s an explanation of how to solve them all.Torch and brazier puzzle 1Screenshot: PC InvasionAfter crawling through a small cavern, you enter a much larger one and face your first puzzle. Ahead of you is this blue glowing light, but you can’t do anything with it yet. Instead, walk left and up the ledge to the brazier. Interact with the brazier with your torch to light it, which turns that blue light ...View the full article
Shifting in ******* on Titan lets you become the very thing you swore to ******** by transforming into a massive Titan. However, it’s no easy feat and will take a lot of time and dedication in the game.How to transform into a TitanTo shift into a Titan, you will first need to ensure you are in a family that can actually do it in ******* on Titan Revolution. These families are:YeagerAckerman Leonhart Tybur ArlertReissGalliard Each comes with its own perks and debuffs, so choose carefully. I would recommend Ackerman due to their long list of bonuses when shifting. Once you have chosen your family, you will need to start earning your right to become a Titan. Try out some of our other recommended Roblox games for adults.What you need to Shift to TitanTo actually shift in ******* on Titan Revolution, you will first need to be playing on the hardest difficulty and then earn the correct serum. So, start playing ******* on Titan Revolution...View the full article
Sykkuno, an ********* content creator who spent two years streaming on YouTube, has moved back to Twitch. During his May 19 stream, he explained why he won’t go back to YouTube. When asked about his transition to Twitch, Sykkuno revealed he’ll be “sticking around” on the platform, as first reported by Sportskeeda. The streamer confirmed he didn’t feel much of a change in terms of viewership, but the Twitch community, as well as emotes and raids from friends, are a good enough of reason to stay loyal to the streaming platform. View the full article
What are all of the XDefiant maps? Maps are a vitally important part of any shooter. Sure, every match is different anyway: you can take in different weapons, your foes are completely new, different modes change the game entirely, but there's something about a new environment each time you drop in. Arriving with the XDefiant release date, there is already a large pool of XDefiant maps, with 14 arriving on day one. From there, three new maps are to be added every season, so there's going to be some refreshing variety when it comes to your surroundings in the FPS game. The variety doesn't end there, with five XDefiant factions to play as, 24 launch day weapons to wield, and 44 attachments with which to fit them. Again, there's more to come from each of those areas in a future season. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: All XDefiant factions, abilities, and traits When is XDefiant coming out? PC release times Ubisoft CoD rival XDefiant outlines MTX and pay-to-win approach View the full article
Image: Bandai Namco With only a month until release day, there’s a new story trailer for Shadow of the Erdtree, and the Elden Ring lore hounds have their work cut out for them. FromSoftware has been slowly teasing Shadow of the Erdtree and its story beats ever since the gameplay trailer was released back in February. All we knew then was the DLC would take place in the Land of Shadow and feature a bunch of new horrors straight from the slightly warped imagination of game director Hidetaka Miyazaki. This new Land of Shadow was connected somehow to Miquella — the dude in the egg with the withered arm. The trailer mentions him prominently, giving the impression we’ll learn more about him, his connection to the Land of Shadow, and what events led him to abandon... Continue reading… View the full article
Nintendo is acquiring Shiver Entertainment from Embracer Group today to gain their “high-level resources for porting and developing software titles,” which could be a step toward bringing more games to the console. In a statement released by Nintendo on May 21, the ********* company states: “Shiver’s focus will remain the same, continuing commissions that port and develop software for multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch,” confirming the porting company’s role will not change despite its acquisition and becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo. View the full article
The next installment in the Elden Ring franchise is coming, and today, players got their meatiest look yet at the lore and story of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. FromSoftware has dropped the full story and lore trailer in anticipation of Shadow of the Erdtree, which releases in exactly one month. View the full article
A recent Marvel Rivals datamine has revealed some future alternate skins inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe and other sources. Developed by NetEase and announced in late March, Marvel Rivals is a 6v6 multiplayer hero shooter inspired by games like Overwatch 2, pitting classic heroes and villains from the House of Ideas against each other in frantic battles. Earlier this month, Marvel Rivals held a closed alpha test that allowed select players to try out the game for themselves and give feedback for its eventual full release. View the full article
Elden Ring is back as FromSoftware debuts a stunning new trailer that shines the spotlight on Shadow of the Erdtree's story, giving players a taste of what to expect. The footage show is, in keeping with the genre's trappings, fairly cryptic but those versed in the game's deep lore will undoubtedly recognize some familiar faces as The Tarnished is sent to complete yet another dangerous quest in the Land of Shadow. Of course, the trailer also includes plenty of monstrous enemies and terrifying boss encounters to keep the community speculating. View the full article
Starting with Microsoft's own offerings, the new Surface Laptop can be configured with either the Snapdragon X Elite or Snapdragon X Plus. Available for pre-order starting at $999.99, it is offered with two display options, up to 64GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. Read Entire Article View the full article
As promised, FromSoftware has released a fresh look at Shadow of the Erdtree, the massive expansion coming to Elden Ring in just a few weeks. This new story trailer is full of new footage, though most of it is CG. The trailer is fairly beefy, clocking in at about three minutes. Though it does offer an updated look at the inciting events behind the DLC's story, it's mainly a mood piece more than anything. Read more View the full article
Hotly anticipated Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree has a new trailer that unveils the game’s story and offers lore fans much to think about. Here's the official blurb: The shadow of the story can now be told. Learn the history of the Realm of Shadows, the unseen land that will be revealed on June 21, 2024. Elden Ring will bring new challenges for players to conquer when Shadow of the Erdtree launches June 21, 2024. For more on FromSoftware’s action RPG hit, you can read our 10/10 review of the base game. And be sure to check out IGN's Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree interview with director Hidetaka Miyazaki from earlier this year. Developing... Wesley is the *** News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at [email protected] or confidentially at *****@*****.tld. View the full article
A new Soulslike set in a world of Italian folklore, Enotria: The Last Song, is coming in 2024. There’s a demo releasing on May 22, so very soon, you’ll be able to explore Enotria’s vibrant world and experiment with its genre-bending mask mechanic. Entoria: The Last Song seems like it could be the biggest addition to the Soulslike genre in 2024 after Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. Its gameplay looks as fierce and unforgiving as you’d want from a Soulslike, and it introduces a completely new way to customize your loadout that could redefine Soulslikes in the future. View the full article
It seems that the Venn Diagram for gamers who love Stardew Valley and Baldur’s Gate 3 is just a circle. This Stardew Valley mod turns your Pelican Town into Baldur’s Gate 3, and it looks incredible.Baldur’s Village mod brings BG3 into Stardew ValleyA modder named Xun, @XunHe1145 on Twitter/X, has consistently been updating and improving their Baldur’s Village mod for Stardew Valley that turns Pelican Town into Baldur’s Gate 3. This mod brings notable BG3 companions into Pelican Town as NPCs such as Astarion, Shadowheart, and Gale. While there are already plenty of Stardew Valley mods available, this is certainly one of the biggest modding projects yet.Baldur’s Village not only introduces BG3 companions as NPCs, but it transforms the map and allows you to romance Astarion with a unique romance storyline. While it’s not yet on Nexus Mods, the small team of modders plan to release their mod to the public before the first anniversary of...View the full article
Image: Ninja Theory If you can, play Hellblade II with headphones to fully experience the depth of the game’s unique storytelling. Continue reading… View the full article
Bungie confirms the frustrating friend request bug Destiny 2 players experienced over the weekend and offers a few workarounds in the meantime until a more permanent fix can be released. Bugs and errors are fairly common for live service titles like Destiny 2, as these experiences are always changing and evolving, leaving the door open for issues or other unforeseen problems to arise. View the full article
Meet the Blaustahl Storage Device, a USB flash drive that can only store 8KB of data, but boasts an incredible lifespan of over 200 years. Unlike conventional NAND flash memory found in most USB drives and SSDs, which has a relatively short data retention ******* of 16 to 20 years,... Read Entire Article View the full article
Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has indicated it will slow down the release of patches in order to take more time to get them right. The explosive PlayStation 5 and PC co-op shooter has set PlayStation sales records, and since launch Arrowhead has fed the live service ****** with regularly released patches and Premium Warbonds to keep players interested. But the game’s community has called on the developer to slow down when it comes to significant balance changes as well as Warbond releases, feeling Arrowhead has sometimes gone too far with nerfs and ******* to include meta-affecting weapons and gear in the Warbonds. Indeed earlier this month, in response to a player who said "Helldivers has just become un-fun for me" regarding balancing changes, Helldivers 2 director Johan Pilestedt commented: "Hey, yeah I think we've gone too far in some areas. Will talk to the team about the approach to balance. It feels like every time someone finds something fun, the fun is removed." Today, March 21, amid the expectation Helldivers 2 would get yet another significant balance patch, Arrowhead community manager Twinbeard took to the game’s Discord to let the community know about plans to calm things down a bit. “We want to take some more time for this one and potentially between future patches since we feel cadence has probably been a bit too high to be able to maintain the quality standard we want and you deserve,” Twinbeard said. “Patching a lot risks can easily disrupt work flow and takes more resources than you might think; it needs planning, implementing, monitoring, possible tweaking in hotfixes etc. For this one we prefer to stretch it out a little, hopefully with a good result.” "For this one we prefer to stretch it out a little, hopefully with a good result. Then, responding to a user who asked if big balance patches would be released ***-weekly or monthly from now on, Twinbeard replied: “Nothing that detailed is decided. I'd say it's sth we have to try out and get a feel for. ATM we feel a slightly lower cadence overall will benefit both us, you and the game.” Fans have reacted positively to the news and called on Arrowhead to take all the time it needs to get things right. Meanwhile, the Helldivers 2 community is currently wondering how it can get more people fighting against the Automatons instead of the Terminids with progress in the Galactic War at stake. Arrowhead is emerging from a turbulent ******* in which it butted heads with publisher Sony over a requirement to link Steam accounts to a PlayStation Network account. Sony U-turned after a backlash, but Helldivers 2 ******** unavailable for ***** in countries in which PSN is not live. Wesley is the *** News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at [email protected] or confidentially at *****@*****.tld. View the full article
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AMD is set to give a deep ***** into its new Zen 5 CPUs at the Hot Chips conference in August 2024, according to the show's recent lineup reveal. While we're still expecting the company to unveil its latest AMD Ryzen CPUs at Computex in June, it looks as though we'll have to wait a couple more months to see what makes the new Zen 5 architecture tick. While some might be a bit disappointed that the latest best gaming CPU contenders from AMD won't be dropping straight after the expected Computex 2024 reveal, we're still hoping to find out plenty of juicy details about the chips in the not-too-distant future. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Next-gen AMD CPUs could feature up to 32 cores per **** Ayaneo's new retro spaceship toy upgrades your laptop to an AMD GPU AMD's new Ryzen CPU should really worry Intel, if this ***** is right View the full article