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That’s too cold! | Image: Amazon I don’t know about you, but when I have a ****** case of the hot phone, I have to get rid of that heat this instant. Just kidding, I usually just put it down for a while or restart it when it’s being especially stubborn. But there are companies out there marketing a different solution: little stick-on phone-cooling fans that purport to draw all that heat away. And their product images are a little, uh, excessively icy. How did it come to this? What kicked off this arms race of increasingly frosty phones? I have to assume things started innocently enough, but these RGB-riddled things are pretty squarely aimed at gamers — I’d guess it didn’t take long for these product shots to snowball into the wildly unrealistic pictures on Amazon today. ... Continue reading… View the full article

Fallout 76 has issued another Public Test Server (PTS) update in late April, teasing the changes set to roll out to everyone as part of the Skyline Valley update in June 2024. Identified by version number 0.2.1472.0, this release introduces nearly a dozen improvements and bug fixes, on top of shaking up Fallout 76 Daily Ops. View the full article

Though he has only recently joined the ****** in Overwatch 2, Mauga is a hero that fans had been aware of for years prior to his appearance as a playable character, and some of his early concepts still have the potential to appear in the game as skins for the Samoan tank hero. Though Mauga still hasn't got all that many cosmetics available to him in Overwatch 2 due to his relatively recent addition to the game, many fans feel this is all the more reason Blizzard should consider giving him some new outfits based on the character's popular early concepts. View the full article

The success of Divinity: Original Sin 2 is what led to the ground-breaking development of Baldur's Gate 3. With a ******* budget and more time, Larian Studios took a big step forward in many ways with its latest title, using motion capture to improve animation and cinematic storytelling to make the game more immersive. Despite the vast improvements over its prior title, there are some things that the older game does better, and that is for a few reasons. View the full article

A Halo Infinite player online has shared an amazing multiplayer clip, featuring a moment that lore-accurate Spartans from the Halo books would be proud of. After a bunch of updates by 343 Industries, Halo Infinite finally offers some of the best multiplayer gameplay the series has to offer, and this clip shows why that's the case. View the full article

In the wake of World of Warcraft: Dragonflight Season 4, some players reported a bug in Awakened raids that made the Shadow Priest's Devouring Plague spell heal for over four times the percentage it usually does, which makes the dark spell casters nearly invincible. Despite the mounting evidence, World of Warcraft has not released a fix for this issue at the time of writing. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Gamers all over the world will likely recognize the cake from Minecraft, and while they're certainly not the first to do it, one fan of the game has brought the game's cake to life by baking it in the real world. Minecraft's cake is just one example of the dozens upon dozens of food options available to survival mode players, though it stands out as a food item that can be placed as a block in the world - making it just as useful a decorative item to spruce up a home as it is a method of keeping the hunger bar full. View the full article

In a game as big as Starfield, it stands to reason that even some of the most obvious Easter eggs would remain hidden for month after release but thanks to one eagle-eyed fan, the latest discovery is a throwback to the classic era of video games. Bethesda is known for sneaking in plenty of fun references to other titles in its massive RPGs, and while some can be quite on the nose, most are subtle nods of recognition. Starfield is no different, but to really appreciate this new find, one must be familiar with some classic hardware. View the full article

The highly-anticipated city builder and strategic simulator from Slavic Magic is up for us to enjoy. Will you be able to play Manor Lords on your Steam Deck without breaking a sweat or will you have to do some sort of arcane magic ritual to make it run? Let’s find out.Can you play Manor Lords in your Steam Deck?While the game is on Early Access and some mechanics and implementations are pending, and even if Manor Lords isn’t verified for the Steam Deck, the truth is that the game plays very decently on Valve’s portable console. However, to get it running, you will probably have to do some minor to major tweaks on your device for the game to be playable both on the performance and gameplay side.Regarding the performance, all reports suggest that playing the game in Low graphical settings at a 1280×800 resolution – Steam Deck’s default resolution – will render a comfortable playing experience, even providing a steady 60 fps experience....View the full article

League of Legends shoutcaster Clayton “CaptainFlowers” Raines will not be participating in the broadcast of this year’s Mid-Season Invitational, the veteran broadcaster has announced on social media. Despite an invitation to broadcast the event, CaptainFlowers declined the opportunity, he confirmed. View the full article

Early footage of Bushiroad Games and Eighting's upcoming Hunter X Hunter: Nen X Impact has shown off its character select screen, suggesting that the game will have a rather small roster of 16 characters. Hunter X Hunter: Nen X Impact was first revealed at the start of 2024, with many fans excited about seeing a licensed 2D fighting game based on the long-running manga. The reveal trailer confirmed that a mix of fan favorite heroes and villains would be playable in the upcoming game, along with the game being a tag team fighter like some of Eighting's past works. View the full article

Sometimes, going down a Cyberpunk 2077 lore rabbit ***** can only make things more confusing. That's the case for one late-game encounter that V may or may not experience, depending on their decision in a much earlier mission. Random attacks by heavily-armed gonks aren't unheard of in Cyberpunk 2077; the mystery usually relates to where they came from. They'll usually have some sort of Datashard on them, which may reveal who they are and who they're working for, or at least confirm whether they were hired to take out V specifically. View the full article

No Rest for the Wicked is an ARPG with distinctive soul-like combat mechanics and difficulty. The dangerous and plague-ridden island of Sacra is filled with hostile enemies, both human and Torn. Mastering combat is essential to survive in this harsh landscape. View the full article

The Revival Catalyst is one of the most convenient features ever introduced in World of Warcraft, as it allows players to transform any piece of gear they get from Mythic+, raids, or open-world content into highly coveted tier gear. In season four of Dragonflight, the Revival Catalyst is becoming even more convenient, with charges being replenished across your entire WoW account once per week. This change should make it easier to upgrade your character’s loadout and catch up on all of the transmog appearances you might have missed out on throughout the course of the expansion. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Another Crab's Treasure is a souls-like game in which Kril embarks on a dangerous journey across the ocean and, even though difficulty can be adjusted, increasing your HP is a valuable feature that you'll want to take advantage of immediately. Don't be fooled by the adorable graphics, many challenging enemies await, and you'll need every edge to defeat them. View the full article

Minecraft is packed with awesome things to discover, but a clip shared by a member of the community highlights their encounter with what seems to be an unidentified flying object, at least at first glance. Even after more than a decade since the game's official release, fans of Minecraft continue to stumble upon and document interesting and often extremely rare occurrences in the game, ranging from the discoveries of extremely small or rare biomes to procedurally generated structures spawning in bizarre, unexpected locations. View the full article

Bungie's announcement that it was undoing the 2020 mass ******* sunset that rendered a huge chunk of Destiny's arsenal obsolete was a huge surprise for everyone⁠—including Bungie, to be honest. The decision seems to have been borne of engine limitation necessity rather than any long-term balance plan for the game... Read more.View the full article

Terraria is a game you must learn as you play, making it difficult to determine what equipment works best for different classes. The Summoner archetype specializes in conjuring Minions to take damage for them, making them great at farming enemies and multitasking. Recent updates have changed some of their best tools, making it ******* to determine their best gear as a primary or hybrid class. View the full article

Fallout 4's greatest strength is its cast of characters, especially its romance options. Charming, memorable, and fun, Fallout 4s characters are a diverse bunch, ranging from intrepid reporters to synthetic detectives to murderous bare-knuckle boxers. Interestingly, Fallout 4 allows for an actual romance this time around, unlike New Vegas' variety of fade-to-****** one-night-stands. Still, spending the night with any romance option will reward players with the Lover's Embrace perk in Fallout 4, which grants a temporary experience boost. View the full article

According to a leaked message seemingly intended for motherboard manufacturers, which was obtained by Igor's Lab, Intel says the root cause hasn't been pinpointed yet, but it has spotted a pattern. The company claims the stability headaches are mostly impacting unlocked, overclockable systems where manufacturers have gone a little overboard... Read Entire Article View the full article

In addition to Kril's Fork in Another Crab's Treasure, he also has access to Magic Attacks that can be increased with Old World Whorls. When Kril initially obtains his Magic abilities, including his Shell abilities and Adaptations, he will have a set number of charges, and each use of an ability or adaptation will require the use of a specific number of charges. View the full article

We've been eager to know what The Finals' developer Embark Studios is toying with behind the scenes, after teasing a massive update for the free-to-play shooter. Speculation has been rampant for what this PS5 and Xbox addition could be, and now Embark Studios is finally drawing the curtains on its new game mode. The Finals ******* & Defend mode will debut soon, and you can see what it's all about soon. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: The Finals' new game mode could be a spin on a Call of Duty classic "Substantial" new The Finals update could unleash teased 5v5 mode The best FPS games on console 2024 View the full article

Escape from Tarkov director Nikita Buyanov apologized to fans displeased by the release of the controversial The Unheard edition, an expensive bundle that included exclusive access to a highly anticipated PvE mode. Developer Battlestate Games' popular extraction shooter was hit with widespread player outrage when it was revealed the long-awaited PvE mode was locked behind a $250 paywall. The studio and Buyanov have since attempted to placate its community, though large groups of fans remain distrustful of Escape from Tarkov's monetization system. View the full article

An Elden Ring cosplayer perfectly captures a realistic version of the mysterious guide, Melina, and times it well with the release of the upcoming DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree. FromSoftware's latest Soulsborne RPG released in 2022 and continues to garner attention and intrigue new players, especially with a new DLC coming soon. Players are hoping Shadow of Erdtree can answer longstanding Elden Ring mysteries, with one of these mysteries revolving around the maiden guide, Melina. View the full article

The weekend is here, and there are loads of exciting deals you do not want to miss! This Saturday, new deals on some amazing video games, technology, and devices have appeared, and we've rounded up our picks. The best deals for Sunday, April 29, include the Glorious GMMK 2, Tekken 8, 2024 MacBook Air, Armored Core 6, Apple Watch Series 9, and more. Glorious GMMK 2 Keyboard for $64.99 This keyboard from Glorious is one of the best deals you can find today. It's a 96% full-sized keyboard that features a numpad and function buttons. Each of the switches is hot-swappable, which isn't a feature you see too often on a keyboard at this price point. Additionally, the standard keycaps included with the GMMK 2 are double-shot and sit atop custom-made Fox linear switches. Tekken 8 for $49.99 Tekken 8 is the latest major fighting game to be released for the current generation of consoles. Over 32 characters are already playable, far surpassing titles like Street Fighter 6 or Mortal Kombat 1. The online modes far surpass their predecessors, with good netcode and many different ways to play. In our 9/10 review, we stated Tekken 8 is " an amazing new entry in the long-running series." Save 10% Off Apple 2024 MacBook Air Amazon currently has the 2024 MacBook Air on ***** for $989. This device utilizes the M3 chip, which is extremely powerful and features a 50% higher memory bandwidth compared to the M1. If you've been contemplating purchasing a 2024 MacBook, this deal makes today a great time to do so. Armored Core 6 for $30 Amazon has the Xbox version of Armored Core 6 on ***** for just $30. The latest title by FromSoftware is a return to the Armored Core series, with plenty of blitzing action to discover. We gave the game an 8/10 in our review, stating it "lands direct hits where it counts." This price matches the previous low, so it's a great time to pick up the title if you haven't already. Save 37% Off Quest 2 + Active Pack The Meta Quest 2 is still one of the best VR headsets you can buy in 2024. At just $200, the device includes 1832×1920 per eye resolution, in addition to the solid hardware on board. This deal includes the Active Pack, which packs in a wipeable facial interface that is easy to clean after workouts. Additionally, adjustable wrist straps for the controllers are included, so you can keep each device secure to your hand. The James Bond Collection Blu-ray Set for $51.19 This James Bond Blu-ray set is a deal you do not want to miss. Currently 55% off, The James Bond Collection features 24 total films, which prices out to just over $2 a film. This set includes Spectre, which was one of the more recent films released in 2015. Save 25% Off Apple Watch Series 9 Amazon currently has the Apple Watch Series 9 41mm model on ***** for $299. Normally priced at $399, this is an excellent deal on the latest Apple Watch model. Series 9 includes new features such as gestures, a display as bright as 2000 nits, and on-device processing for Siri. *********'s Creed Mirage for $20 Woot currently has *********'s Creed Mirage available for only $19.99. Ubisoft looked to take the series back to its roots for this release with a classic setting and refreshed gameplay mechanics. You can expect an action title with plenty of stealth abilities to sneak around its map. If you're an *********'s Creed fan who has felt burnt out with recent entries, Mirage is a refreshing change of pace. We gave the game an 8/10 in our review, stating the game is "a successful first step in returning to the stealthy style that launched this series." Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 for $30 For just $30, you can own the first three Metal Gear Solid titles on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, or Nintendo Switch. This package also includes Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake. Prior to the Master Collection, there was no method to play the Metal Gear Solid titles on most modern consoles, but you can now experience Hideo Kojima's series from the very beginning anywhere. Apple HomePod (2nd Generation) for $249.99 Best Buy currently has the Apple HomePod for $249.99. If you listen to music in your home using Apple Music, the HomePod is a great choice, as this is a device with high quality sound and audio tech. This is the lowest we've seen the 2nd Generation HomePod yet, so it might be worth your attention if you've been holding out on purchasing this device. Star Wars: Heritage Pack for $39.99 The Star Wars: Heritage Pack is the perfect way to experience Star Wars classics on your Nintendo Switch. This collection includes Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy, Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast, The Force Unleashed, Knights of the Old Republic, Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords, Republic Commando, and Star Wars: Episode I Racer. All games except KOTOR and KOTOR II are on the cartridge. 10th Generation iPad for $349 Amazon has the 10th Gen iPad for $349 right now, which is the lowest we've seen the device since it was launched. Powered by the A14 Bionic, this iPad packs a 10.9-inch display, 64GB of storage, Touch ID, and a long battery life. If you're interested in purchasing an iPad but don't want to jump to the iPad Air or iPad Pro, this is an excellent option. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]