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Marvel Snap Is Rolling Out New PvP ‘Battle Mode’ That Lets Players Take on Their Friends

Marvel Snap, the popular online card battling game, has announced the launch of the much-awaited friends-only Battle Mode. The new mode will let players engage in private card battles against their friends. The mode will be available in-game starting January 31. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/15X7viw via IFTTT

Sony, Xbox and Nintendo Will Not Be at E3 2023: Report

E3 is returning in 2023 with an in-person event after a four-year gap. But gaming’s big three, Sony, Xbox, and Nintendo, are expected to skip the event. According to a report, all three major companies will not be returning to E3 2023, with Xbox confirmed to host its own summer showcase event at the same time. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/R3UdCgH via IFTTT

The Last of Us Episode 4 Trailer: A Road Trip Poses Big Trouble for Joel and Ellie

The Last of Us episode 4 trailer is out, teasing a new character in the form of Kathlyn (Melanie Lynskey), the ruthless leader of a revolutionary movement in Kansas City. Titled “Please Hold My Hand,” the episode highlights Ellie’s (Bella Ramsey) distaste for coffee, and will reportedly run for 50 minutes. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/w85Pbu3 via IFTTT

The Last of Us TV Series Renewed for Second Season at HBO

The Last of Us TV series has been renewed for a second season. Original game writer Neil Druckmann confirmed that season 2 will follow the events portrayed in the critically acclaimed The Last of Us Part II video game. Showrunner Craig Mazin previously suggested that a season 2 was likely if the show generated enough viewership. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/7sjPZcf via IFTTT

Fntastic Denies ‘Scam’ Claims, Says The Day Before Delay Was Pre-Planned After MMO Gets Delisted From Steam

The Day Before, one of Steam’s most-wishlisted open-world survival MMOs, got pulled from Valve’s storefront earlier this week. The reason has been attributed to a trademark dispute, which developer Fntastic claims has caused Steam to block their game page. Turns out, the studio never bothered claiming a trademark for its name, before announcing the title in Januar... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/t4Ix9aX via IFTTT

PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan Met EU’s Antitrust Chief to Discuss Microsoft’s Activision Deal

PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan met with EU’s antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager to discuss Microsoft's $69 billion (about Rs. 5,62,647 crore) bid for Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard. Sony previously criticised the deal, stating that the Call of Duty IP being claimed by Microsoft poses a “threat to an industry enjoyed by hundreds of millions.” Specifics on this ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/MtwkUYA via IFTTT

Gaming Is Evolving Into a Lifestyle for Young Gamers, Boosting PC Demand in India

Demand for PCs in India is rising, thanks to a shift to a hybrid lifestyle and increasing adoption of PC gaming along with the use of computers as personalised entertainment spaces. While the pandemic accelerated PC usage, here's why the new hybrid world is driving an increase in demand for PCs in the country. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jdRNg4 via IFTTT

Made-in-India Battle Royale ‘Indus’ Gameplay Trailer Revealed, Pre-Registrations Now Live on Android

Pune-based developer SuperGaming has dropped the gameplay trailer for its upcoming battle-royale title Indus, confirming that pre-registrations for the same are now live on Android. Signups for iOS and iPadOS will “follow soon.” The footage, based on a pre-alpha build, drops players onto the Indo-futuristic map of Virlok, as they fight for survival and try to obta... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/AV2IiRe via IFTTT

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Trailer Delivers Chaotic Banter and Easter Eggs

Paramount Pictures has released a new trailer for Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, starring Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, and Regé-Jean Page. Based on the titular tabletop role-playing game, the film follows a group of ragtag misfits, as they venture into the lands unknown in search of an ancient magic horn. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves releases ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/M6Z3Eqa via IFTTT

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Xbox Series S/X Launch Delayed Indefinitely to Bring Fixes for the PC Version

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is delaying its console release indefinitely, as a means to solely focus on fixing issues on the PC version. The game was slated to drop on Xbox Series S/X shortly after the PC launch in November. But developer Fatshark has no decided to fully address the problems with the Darktide’s PC version, in regard to building a “complete” craft... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/meTxhUi via IFTTT

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Gets a New Launch Window, Will Release by September 2023

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has just received a new launch window. As per co-publisher Nacon’s latest earnings report, it is aiming to launch the game in the first half of fiscal year 2023–24. This translates to a window between April and September 2023. Originally set for a 2021 release, this marks the third delay for the game, with developer Daedalic Entertain... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/J7yNLpG via IFTTT

WWE 2K23 Release Date Set for March 17, Features John Cena as Cover Star: Details

2K just confirmed the release date and cover star for its upcoming WWE 2K23. Featuring John Cena as the cover star, the game is slated to release on March 17, across PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X. Those who purchase the premium versions — Deluxe and Icon Editions — of WWE 2K23 will gain three-day early access, starting March 14. Understandably, this ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/luPGA72 via IFTTT

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Boasts the Biggest Budget for an Expansion in CD Projekt Red’s History

Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty expansion boasts the biggest budget for a CD Projekt Red add-on content yet. In an interview with Parkiet, the developer’s investor relations manager Marek BugdoÅ‚ suggested that it was the biggest content addition in the studio’s history, in terms of budget. Pricing and plot details are scarce, but it was revealed earlier that I... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/NcQTS1X via IFTTT

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Trailer Delivers Chaotic Banter and Easter Eggs

Paramount Pictures has released a new trailer for Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, starring Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, and Regé-Jean Page. Based on the titular tabletop role-playing game, the film follows a group of ragtag misfits, as they venture into the lands unknown in search of an ancient magic horn. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves releases ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/zWy8NSs via IFTTT

343 Industries Says It Will Continue Development on Halo Games Amidst Microsoft Layoffs

Amidst rumours that active Halo development was being handed over to a third-party studio, current developers 343 Industries has planted its flag, claiming that it will continue work on the franchise “now and in the future.” The news comes in the wake of Microsoft laying off 10,000 employees from its company, which includes the games division. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Afch6bB via IFTTT

The Witcher 3 Next-Gen Edition Physical Release Set for January 26: Details

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt’s new-gen edition is getting a physical copy release later this week. Starting January 26, stores around the world — including India — will house box editions of the critically-acclaimed RPG, for the PS5 and Xbox Series X. Dubbed “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition,” it was released digitally last month as a free upgrade t... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DA18gZI via IFTTT

Apple Files Appeal Against Investigation Into Cloud Gaming and Mobile Browser Dominance by UK Watchdog

Apple has filed an appeal against an investigation by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) into cloud gaming and mobile browsers on concerns about restrictions by the iPhone maker. Both Apple and Google owner Alphabet are drawing increasing attention from competition regulators in Brussels, London and elsewhere. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/rsthAGd via IFTTT

Returnal PC Release Date Set for February 15, System Requirements Revealed

Returnal is coming to PC on February 15. PlayStation has revealed the full system requirements for the same, alongside new features coming to the PC port. The new version boasts support for Nvidia’s DLSS and AMD’s FSR upscaling techniques, unlocked framerates, ray-traced reflections, customisable keyboard and mouse controls, and more. The once PS5-exclusive also o... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/98nsp6V via IFTTT

NetEase Declines Activision Blizzard’s Offer to Extend Partnership for Publishing in China

Chinese games publisher NetEase confirmed that it rejected a proposal from Activision Blizzard, which sought to extend their long-term partnership for six months. NetEase claims the proposal was “commercially illogical,” and accused the US firm of “seeking a divorce but still remaining attached,” in a rare public display of acrimony between the two gaming gian... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/QgHKkmA via IFTTT

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Leak Reveals Battle Pass, Live Service Elements

A screenshot from the upcoming Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has leaked online, and it confirms the game features a battle pass system. The image, which was based on a recent test build, revealed elements that aligned with a live-service title. News outlet VGC corroborated the information via an unnamed development source, who confirmed that the screenshot wa... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/fK4yTxC via IFTTT

John Wick Director Chad Stahelski to Helm Rainbow Six Movie for Paramount Pictures: Report

Paramount’s Rainbow Six movie has reportedly found its director in Chad Stahelski. The John Wick filmmaker will helm the live-action feature based on the eponymous 1998 Tom Clancy novel and sees Michael B. Jordan reprising his role as Navy SEAL-turned-CIA operative John Clark. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/hxl3uPs via IFTTT

The Last of Us Part I on PS5 Offers 2-Hour Free Trial for PS Plus Deluxe/ Premium Members

The Last of Us Part I is now available as a two-hour free trial on the PS Plus Deluxe/ Premium plan. The PS5 remake is being offered to mark the release of the Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey-led The Last of Us series, which dropped on Disney+ Hotstar, earlier this week. Billed as a faithful reproduction of the original 2013 PS3 game, Naughty Dog’s remake adds upgrade... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/X7UGrCw via IFTTT

Enjoyed The Last of Us? Here Are Our Favourite Movies and TV Shows Adapted From Video Games

The Last of Us pilot — out now on Disney+ Hotstar — is being received as a faithful adaptation of the original critically-acclaimed PlayStation video game, in a time when film and TV adaptations have struggled to break free of the curse. We’ve curated a concise list of great movies and shows adapted from games, for you to watch, ranging from the award-winning Ar... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Hs2SiUA via IFTTT

Indian Gaming Companies Request Government to Distinguish Between Real Money Games and Video Games

Over 40 notable Indian video game and e-sports companies have joined together to request the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology of the Government of India to create a regulatory distinction between video games and real money gaming. The companies have signed a representation letter and are seeking an audience with Minister of State for Electronics & In... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DWhYEfg via IFTTT

Tencent Fires Over 100 Employees Found Guilty of Bribery, Embezzlement

Tencent on Monday revealed that it had fired over 100 employees found guilty of bribery and embezzlement, an announcement that comes as the company struggles under a broad regulatory crackdown on China's tech sector initiated in late 2020. More than a hundred employees were guilty of violating Tencent's anti-fraud policy and one employee was found guilty of "accepting... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/oh4UesH via IFTTT

Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition, Life is Strange Lead PlayStation Plus Extra, Deluxe Games for January 2023

Sony has revealed the list of games coming to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe catalogue in January. Key highlights include Devil May Cry 5, Life is Strange, Life is Strange: Before the Store, Dragon Ball FighterZ, and Back 4 Blood. The games will be available on PS Plus’s higher-tier plans, starting January 17. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Kl5qvmw via IFTTT

Hogwarts Legacy PC System Requirements Announced Ahead of Release

Hogwarts Legacy’s system requirements are out now. While the specs seem reasonable at first, developer Avalanche Software highly recommends that you install the game on an SSD — taking up 85GB of storage. The minimum system RAM requirement has been set to 16GB, while the studio will be using Denuvo’s DRM to combat piracy, which has been known to cause performanc... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/fOE4tPg via IFTTT

Hogwarts Legacy Casts Simon Pegg as Headmaster Phineas Nigellus Black

Simon Pegg has joined the voice cast of Hogwarts Legacy, portraying Headmaster Phineas Nigellus Black. For being one of Sirius black’s ancestors, the character has been described as a “self-interested fool,” whose arc will focus on how he gained such a bad reputation in the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Other additions to the cast include Lesley Ni... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Kq6p4Zm via IFTTT

Keeping the PS5 in Vertically Upright Position Will Not Damage It, Report Clarifies

Keeping your PS5 upright is completely fine, news outlet Wololo has clarified. A report from earlier this month suggested that placing the PS5 in a vertical position was prone to doing internal harm, causing the cooling liquid metal within to leak down the sides of the APU chip. The outlet has now retracted its statement, claiming that while the problem can still occu... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/WHvFOPr via IFTTT

Skull and Bones Delayed for the Sixth Time, Ubisoft Cancels Three Unannounced Games

Ubisoft has delayed Skull and Bones for the sixth time amid poor overall sales of its recent titles. During an investors call, detailed in a press release, the studio stated that the delays have “paid off” and that it has brought impressive improvements to Skull and Bones. To deal with losses, Ubisoft has also cancelled three unannounced games, in addition to the ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/8DRdVq4 via IFTTT

Xbox Game Pass January 2023: Monster Hunter Rise, Persona 4 Golden, Persona 3 Portable

Persona 4 Golden and Persona 3 Portable are headed to Xbox Game Pass on January 19. These, alongside the previously released Persona 5 Royal, mark the first time the franchise has dropped on the Xbox ecosystem. Over from Capcom, Monster Hunter Rise is getting ported to consoles on January 20, across Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X via Game Pass, in addition to PS4 and PS... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/VCvKtQH via IFTTT

Dead Space Remake Steam Pre-Orders Come With a Free Copy of Dead Space 2

Pre-ordering the upcoming Dead Space remake on Steam will grant you a free copy of Dead Space 2. Excluding sales and EA Play access, Dead Space two generally costs Rs. 999 on Steam, making this a sweet deal to jump into right after finishing the new remake. Since the original 2008 Dead Space provided around 11 hours of playtime, it’s hard to expect the remake to off... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/bFCm8Sa via IFTTT

PlayStation Plus Deal: Extra, Deluxe Tiers on 40 Percent Discount for 3, 12-month plans

PlayStation Plus is on sale for all subscribers, offering discounts for upgrades to existing members, with new subscriptions to PS Plus Extra and Deluxe plans cut down by up to 40 percent. The PS Plus offer will be valid until January 13, and is only applicable on the three-month and 12-month plans. The base Essential tier, alongside one-month subscriptions on the hig... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/VPLFBJW via IFTTT

Xbox Series X Selling at 10 Percent Discount on Flipkart at Rs. 49,900

Xbox Series X is currently selling at a 10 percent discount on Flipkart. As part of its Big Bachat Dhamaal Sale, the online storefront is selling Microsoft’s flagship console at launch price — Rs. 49,990. The sale is scheduled to run until January 8, and is significant, given the console was subject to a price hike in November. Without a discount, the Xbox Series ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/f2nxgYW via IFTTT

Overwatch 2’s Battle for Olympus Event Is Now Live, Heroes Fashioned After Greek Myth

Overwatch 2’s Battle for Olympus limited-time event is now live, bringing a new free-for-all deathmatch mode with seven select Heroes, reimagined as Greek gods, goddesses, and creatures. Blizzard Entertainment has also dropped patch notes for each hero, detailing their abilities, alongside a global leaderboard to honour a hero with an in-game statue. The event is sc... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Y50pOBw via IFTTT

Hitman 3 Getting Rebranded as World of Assassination, Will Fuse Entire Trilogy Into One Package

Hitman 3 is getting rebranded to “Hitman World of Assassination.” The package will also include the preceding games — Hitman 1 and Hitman 2 — and is aimed at avoiding confusion for new players, over which edition to purchase. Those who already own hitman 3 will get a free upgrade to this new edition on January 26. The first two games in the trilogy will soon b... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/GfEeHzC via IFTTT

Gran Turismo Movie Trailer Rips Camera Angles Straight From the PlayStation Game

Sony has dropped the first sneak peek trailer for the Gran Turismo movie at CES 2023. The new footage confirms that Archie Madekwe’s name in the film, is indeed Jann Mardenborough, the real-life British racecar driver, who launched his career by participating in the GT Academy training programme. David Harbour plays Jack Salter, a retired racecar driver, who serves ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/VMx4P2O via IFTTT

CES 2023: Asus ROG Raikiri Pro Controller With 1.3-Inch OLED Display, Tri-Mode Connectivity Launched

Asus has been adding additional displays to both its laptops and ROG-branded gaming smartphones over the past few years. The Taiwan-based manufacturer has now brought an OLED screen to its latest ROG Raikiri series gaming controllers for Xbox and PC. Unveiled at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2023, the ROG Raikiri series includes the base version Asus ROG... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/JhTWYdL via IFTTT

Microsoft Activision Takeover: No 'Substantive' Settlement Talks With US FTC, Lawyer Says

Microsoft and the US Federal Trade Commissin have not had "substantive" settlement discussions to resolve the legal dispute over the former's $69 billion (roughly Rs. 5,71,900 crore) deal to acquire Activision Blizzard. The FTC has asked a US judge to block the transaction, stating that the deal would prevent access to Activision titles on gaming consoles from Sony a... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/qjKRnMO via IFTTT

CES 2023: Asus ROG Gaming Laptops, Desktops Refreshed With Latest Intel, AMD, Nvidia Hardware

Asus has refreshed its popular Republic of Gamers (ROG) series of gaming laptops and desktops at CES 2023. The company unveiled the latest Asus ROG Strix SCAR and Asus ROG Strix G series gaming laptops at the event, along with the new versions of the Asus ROG Zephyrus M16, Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, Asus ROG Zephyrus G14, Asus ROG ROG Flow X13, Asus ROG Flow X16, and Asus... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/4fkYiPy via IFTTT

CES 2023: Acer Predator Helios 16, Predator Helios 18, New Nitro Series Laptops Announced

Acer has announced four new gaming laptops at CES 2023. These include the Predator Helios 16, Predator Helios 18, Nitro 16, and Nitro 17. They come with the latest 13th Gen Intel Core mobile processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4000 series dedicated graphics cards. There is up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 2TB of NVMe SSD storage. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/kZNQJLc via IFTTT

The Last of Us, Taaza Khabar, Fauda Season 4, and More: January Web Series on Netflix, Hotstar, Apple TV+

HBO’s The Last of Us series starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, Lior Riaz’s Fauda season 4, Bhuvan Bam-led Taaza Khabar, Nicolas Winding Refn’s Copenhagen Cowboy, Abhay Deol-led Trial by Fire, Vikings: Valhalla season 2, That ‘90s Show, and Apple TV+’s Shrinking — the eight biggest TV shows and web series in January 2023 on Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, an... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/AXK28Vc via IFTTT

Microsoft Tells US FTC It Doesn't Know When Call of Duty Was Released, Why Franchise Is Special: Report

Microsoft's 37-page reply to the US Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) lawsuit against the firm's acquisition of Call of Duty maker Activision states that the company is unaware why Call of Duty is special of when the game was initially released. The company also cited its promise to expand the availability of Call of Duty by bringing it to the Nintendo Switch as part o... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/J4QCFGo via IFTTT

Government Moots Self-Regulatory Mechanism, Mandatory Verification for Online Gaming Firms

The government on Monday proposed a self-regulatory mechanism for online gaming firms in India as part of the draft online gaming rules. The upcoming rules will also require mandatory verification of players while firms will have to provide a physical Indian address. Meanwhile, the proposed amendments envisage that an online gaming intermediary will observe the due di... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/8QmCegK via IFTTT

Arma 3 Video Game War Footage Used to Spread Waves of Misinformation About Ukraine Conflict

Arma 3, a popular war-themed game is being used to spread misinformation about the Russian offensive in Ukraine. Game footage that is marked "live" or "breaking news" to make it appear genuine, has been spread online repeatedly over the past few months. Players often upload hours of Arma 3 gaming footage on platforms such as YouTube and researchers blame its easy avai... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Gpx1bAe via IFTTT

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Specifications Accidentally Leaked Ahead of Launch: Report

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti specifications were recently leaked by the company, ahead of the debut of the "unlaunched" graphics card. The leaked specifications of Nvidia's RTX 4070 Ti GPU match those of the RTX 4080 with 12GB of memory, 7,680 CUDA cores, and a 2.61GHz boost clock. The specifications page was later taken down by the company. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/mRSt2FP via IFTTT