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The Super Mario Bros. Movie has now joined the one billion-dollar club, in less than a month since its release. The animated film earned $1.02 billion (about Rs. 8,357 crore) at the global box office, becoming the first movie in 2023 to pass the milestone. The Mario movie collected an astonishing $532.5 million (about Rs. 4,356 crore) from markets outside the US and C... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/9ePZkvA via IFTTT

Apple on Monday was directed to allow developers to provide links or buttons to external payments outside the App Store, by a US appeals court. The iPhone maker's arguments that its App Store rules do not violate antitrust laws were accepted by the court, which ruled in favour of Apple on nine counts out of 10 and allowed its commissions of up 30 percent for in-app pa... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DxZ1o5O via IFTTT

Britain's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on Wednesday blocked Microsoft's $69 billion (nearly Rs. 5,64,100 crore) acquisition of Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard over concerns it would hinder cloud gaming. The ruling was a shock after the regulator had already resolved its concerns about the consoles market, a sector dominated by Sony's PlayStation and... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/IKdLBvt via IFTTT

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon just got a gameplay trailer, revealing story bits, mech combat, and more. The game brings a new Assault Boost mechanic which switches from a long-range gun-oriented playstyle to melee with the press of a button. FromSoftware also revealed system requirements for the same, which appear quite demanding on the CPU end. As reported previo... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/f7r0saP via IFTTT

Microsoft said on Friday it signed a 10-year deal with Nware to bring Xbox and Activision Blizzard games to the Spanish cloud-gaming platform, days after Britain blocked its $69 billion (nearly Rs. 5,64,200 crore) buyout of the Call of Duty maker. The agreement marks the latest effort by Microsoft to ease fears its purchase of Activision would hinder competition in cl... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/YMfgJjB via IFTTT

Sony Group on Friday said PlayStation 5 sales will jump by six million units this business year, but forecast its profit will slip from a record high as weaker financial services sales offsets gains from gaming, music and movies. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/OA8YMWK via IFTTT

Naughty Dog has released a huge 25GB patch for The Last of Us Part I on PC, bringing further improvements. Dubbed v1.0.4.0, the version marks the seventh update, focused mainly on optimising CPU and GPU performance, in addition to new features in the options menu. The patch aims to reduce crashes during the game’s infamous ‘Shader Building’ process while improvi... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/pc82Bex via IFTTT

A new game released by "Genshin Impact" developer miHoYo this week has become China's top downloaded app, reflecting pent-up demand as gaming giants restart flagship launches with a crackdown on the industry easing. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/xkQ9CYr via IFTTT

Microsoft's president Brad Smith said the UK regulator's decision to prevent its acquisition of Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard "had shaken confidence" in Britain as a destination for tech businesses. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), which operates independently from government, blocked the deal on Wednesday, saying it could hit competition in the n... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/0uvSPBI via IFTTT

The Finance Ministry is considering classifying online gaming into categories of skill and chance, and levying a differential rate of GST, an official said. Currently, online gaming attracts 18 percent GST. The tax is levied on gross gaming revenue, which is the fees charged by online gaming portals. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/c0QJ4Nk via IFTTT

Microsoft's Activision Blizzard takeover deal was blocked due to the nascent cloud market and not consoles, after the Windows operating system maker failed to address concerns about the $69 billion (roughly Rs. 5,64,700 crore) deal raised by Britain's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) with regard to cloud gaming, while answering questions about the availability ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/cVhw56t via IFTTT

Asus ROG Ally is set to launch on May 11. The company's first handheld gaming device is tipped to be powered by an AMD Z1 Extreme processor with AMD Radeon Navi3 graphics and is said to weigh 608g. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Asus ROG Ally. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/fEM57au via IFTTT

PlayStation Plus monthly free games for May have been revealed. Starting May 2, PS Plus Essential, Extra, Premium, and Deluxe subscribers can add Grid Legends, Chivalry 2, and Descenders to their game library. Access ends on June 5, after which players will need to hold onto their subscriptions to keep playing. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/GeaZSwi via IFTTT

Gadgets360 spoke to Nodding Heads Games, developer of Raji: an Ancient Epic, which was recently released on Android and iOS devices via Netflix Games. All versions of the game were built on Unreal Engine 4, and the team took the Nintendo Switch version and optimised it for mobile. This involved reworking the geometry detail to reduce GPU load and rewriting code to opt... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/bF7ByfS via IFTTT

New developer 10:10 Games dropped a teaser for Funko Fusion, a crossover game featuring characters from NBCUniversal franchises like The Umbrella Academy, Jurassic World, Shaun of the Dead, He-Man, Chucky the Doll, and more. Characters will be fashioned like traditional Funko Pop figurines, and the game will include online multiplayer, allowing up to four players to t... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/ldXCY3L via IFTTT

You might soon be able to take your entire PC gaming library with you on the go, if hardware makers jump on board. The Asus ROG Ally will be the first device to ship with a Ryzen Z1 CPU. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/GbCRz0u via IFTTT

The central government's rules for online games are very clear and betting money on uncertain events amounts to wagering, Additional Solicitor General N Venkataraman said on Tuesday. The new rules block online real money games that declare winners based on prediction of the unknown outcome, the ASG said, adding that some industry players were attempting to masquerade ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/x7FALB3 via IFTTT

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon will reportedly release on August 25. The news comes in the wake of FromSoftware’s upcoming mech-crunching title receiving a 12+ age rating in Korea, and rumours that it is getting a potential reveal in June. Armored Core 6 will see mecha robots duking it out on a dystopian post-apocalyptic world to claim control over a mysterious e... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/ZojRCne via IFTTT

Apple on Monday was directed to allow developers to provide links or buttons to external payments outside the App Store, by a US appeals court. The iPhone maker's arguments that its App Store rules do not violate antitrust laws were accepted by the court, which ruled in favour of Apple on nine counts out of 10 and allowed its commissions of up 30 percent for in-app pa... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/QOP6vs5 via IFTTT

Immortals of Aveum just got a six-minute-long gameplay trailer, highlighting its visuals and spell-based combat. Developer Ascendant Studios also revealed PC system requirements for the same, which are on the extreme high end, demanding at least an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 Super card to run the game at minimum settings. The developers have attributed the increased hard... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/36GPiqy via IFTTT

A free playable demo for Street Fighter 6 is now available on the PS4 and PS5. During the Street Fighter Showcase, Capcom revealed a bunch of details about its upcoming fighter, ranging from Year 1 DLC characters to an in-depth look at its single-player World Tour mode. Players can create a custom avatar and play through the first part of the story mode. The Street Fi... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/fahZ41Q via IFTTT

Diablo IV is getting a final surprise open beta weekend, before its launch on June 6. The event begins May 13 at 12:30 am IST/ May 12 at 12pm PT in the US and will be available to players on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X. It is scheduled to end on May 15 at 12:30am IST/ May 14 at 12pm PT, and is meant to test Diablo 4’s server infrastructure and durabi... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/8I75kz9 via IFTTT

Oxenfree II: Lost Signals finally got a release date — July 12. Developer Late Night Studio confirmed the news at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase, with a new trailer that offers hints at its supernatural plot. The game is set five years after the events of 2016’s Oxenfree and follows an entirely new character Riley, who is tasked with investigating some time and... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/yAe9YKI via IFTTT

XDefiant Closed Beta Impressions: While XDefiant’s core gameplay is slickly executed, I’m struggling to see its appeal in the long run. In a market that’s already filled to the brim with arcade shooters bolstered by ability-honing operators, Ubisoft isn’t offering anything new here, ultimately feeling like an unneeded addition. Some new and creative faction ad... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2xrfMB3 via IFTTT

Redfall is coming to Xbox Game Pass on May 1, setting you on a mission to exterminate vampires in an island town. Minecraft Legends is already out on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X, while Medieval Dynasty finally heads to Xbox One on April 20. Cassette Beasts, the monster-fighting RPG, will release April 26, exclusively on PC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3tuGqfb via IFTTT

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer component will be free to play for an entire week: from April 19 to April 26, across all major platforms. Players can now try out the new season 3 game modes and maps, ranging from the Pelayo’s Lighthouse to the 2v2 Gunfight mode on the Blacksite map. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/yksgFlR via IFTTT

Japanese gaming giant Sega is set to acquire Rovio - the developer of the popular Angry Birds series - for $1 Billion, as per reports. Apart from the video games, the Angry Birds franchise has also seen the release of films, TV series, and merchandise, among others. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/uIU5xdl via IFTTT

The next instalment in Ubisoft’s Mighty Quest series, Rogue Palace comes exclusively to Netflix Games and is free to play - if you already have a Netflix subscription. The hack-and-slash action game has you explore the mind of a sleeping king as you try to free him by defeating numerous creatures and bosses. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/lxiDp39 via IFTTT

Dead Island 2 is a game built in total service to "the game”. The story, characters, ideas, and motivations are all embellished, but that doesn't matter much. The only thing that counts, and that the game expects you to care about and hopefully enjoy, is ‘see zombie, kill zombie’ while legging it to your next objective marker. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/0bC5Xxm via IFTTT

Sid Meier’s Railroads, originally launched in 2006, gets a proper port to iOS and Android courtesy of Feral Interactive. The new game successfully captures the essence of the original title, putting you in charge of a railroad company tasked with building up fledgling historic and fictional economies. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/jcJGt1a via IFTTT

Japanese gaming giant Sega is set to acquire Rovio - the developer of the popular Angry Birds series - for $1 Billion, as per reports. Apart from the video games, the Angry Birds franchise has also seen the release of films, TV series, and merchandise, among others. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/jTHfxOP via IFTTT

Nintendo has dropped the final trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, ahead of its launch on May 12. The new trailer drop is cryptically edited, keeping plot details to the minimum, while teasing King Ganondorf’s return, a new look for Princess Zelda, and a look at the various contraptions Link can build in the game. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/QaDHKuA via IFTTT

Over 20 minutes of new Final Fantasy XVI gameplay was revealed at PlayStation’s State of Play event. Producer Naoki Yoshida revealed that you’ll only be playing as protagonist Clive Rosfield, as the game charts his journey through his teens, twenties, and thirties. FFXVI also features a world map, a hideaway to purchase and upgrade weapons, a training zone, and mo... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/KZH2ETp via IFTTT

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has been delayed once again. Developer Rocksteady Studios confirmed in a tweet that its upcoming DC Comics looter-shooter will now release on February 2, 2024. The game was originally slated for a May 26 release but got pushed forward to ensure a polished gameplay experience at launch. Fan backlash might have also played a part i... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/pLatBzr via IFTTT

Sony has revealed the list of games coming to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe catalogue in April. Key highlights include Doom Eternal, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Riders Republic, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, Wolfenstein: The Old Blood, Slay the Spire, The Evil Within, and more. The games will be available on PS Plus’ higher-tier plans, starting April 18. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/yLUCWnc via IFTTT

Xbox Game Pass memberships are finally available to buy at retail. Digital codes for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass are now up for purchase from Amazon at MRP, granting access to hundreds of games, an EA Play membership, cloud gaming, and an Xbox Live Gold subscription for online multiplayer. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is available at Rs. 499 per month and in a... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/PFa3H6I via IFTTT

God of War Ragnarök’s New Game+ mode is finally out, bringing some new armour, enchantments, stronger enemies, and more. The mode unlocks after finishing a run of the game at any difficulty level. The Armor of the Black Bear from the opening segment of God of War Ragnarök can now be equipped by Kratos, alongside a bare-chested Spartan Armor for an increased challe... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/P2xHozM via IFTTT

Dead Island 2’s PC system requirements are out now. The much-anticipated zombie-slasher sequel requires a minimum of 10GB RAM to run at 1080p 30fps and a maximum of 16GB RAM to run at Ultra settings. The game only requires 70GB of storage, which is fairly standard, but the CPU and graphics card requirements are on the higher end. Dead Island 2 releases April 21 on ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/1i3Mtfv via IFTTT

Sony has confirmed a new PlayStation State of Play event this week, promising 20 minutes of gameplay from Final Fantasy 16. The presentation is scheduled to go live on PlayStation’s official YouTube and Twitch channels on April 14 at 2:30am IST in India, and April 13 at 2pm PT in the US. Final Fantasy XVI releases June 22, exclusively on the PS5. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/XMRxhSI via IFTTT

Capcom has quietly removed Denuvo DRM from Resident Evil Village on Steam. The anti-tampering tech is commonly used to prevent piracy but is notorious for causing performance issues on PC games. It took Capcom two years to get rid of the DRM, despite a pirated version from 2021 proving the difference in performance. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/0qHaY2G via IFTTT

Gameplay footage of the long-rumoured Persona 3 remake and a Jet Set Radio reboot has reportedly surfaced online. The leak supposedly stems from a 2021 internal meeting at SEGA Japan and features a small clip of Persona 3 protagonist Yukari Takeba firing a barrage of arrows at a Shadow. The footage also features cinematics for 2022’s Sonic Frontiers and a glimpse at... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/emRMLzc via IFTTT

Ark: Survival Ascended will now be sold separately but will be more expensive. After fan backlash regarding the $49.99 bundle, which included the Ark remaster and access to Ark 2, Studio Wildcard has now decided to separate it and sell the former solo for $59.99 (about Rs. 4,198). The game would include all planned expansions, in addition to the expected improvements ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/84vRemo via IFTTT

The Last of Us Part 1 PC review: It’s downright baffling how Naughty Dog went with the 'release first, fix later' mentality for its most important PC release. Even after a 14GB patch, The Last of Us Part I suffers from poor memory management, leading to a highly compromised experience fueled by stutters, sound issues, unusually long loading times, and more. In its c... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Yov3rtz via IFTTT

Star Wars Celebration 2023 played host to several new announcements for the future of the galaxy far, far away, across television and movies. The biggest highlights include the first teaser for the Rosario Dawson-led Ahsoka, confirming an August release window on Disney+ and Disney+ Hotstar. Meanwhile, Lucasfilm also confirmed three new Star Wars movies, starting with... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/L46obRA via IFTTT

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has collected $377 million (about Rs. 3,088 crore) at the global box office, during its opening weekend. With these numbers, the film now holds the record opening for an animated movie, beating the one set by Disney’s Frozen 2. The Mario movie collected roughly $173 million (about Rs. 1,416 crore) from markets outside the US and the remai... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/w3cg8Km via IFTTT

What are the biggest new games releasing in April 2023 for PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X? Horizon Forbidden West’s Burning Shores DLC, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Dead Island 2, Minecraft Legends, and Bramble: The Mountain King are among the most talked-about titles this month. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/RxzBCKm via IFTTT

The industry on Thursday said the new rules for online gaming will spur innovation, boost investor confidence and weed out gambling platforms while making the sector globally competitive. The norms are expected to help reduce regulatory fragmentation at the state level, and foster a more stable business environment, the industry said in one voice as it described the r... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/sVwcHri via IFTTT

Diablo IV’s global release times have been revealed by Mike Ybarra, president, Blizzard Entertainment, in a tweet. Players who pre-ordered the Deluxe and Ultimate editions of Diablo IV gain early access on June 2 at 4:30am IST/ June 1 at 4pm PT in the US. Meanwhile, Diablo 4’s regular launch is set for June 6 at 4:30am IST/ June 5 at 4pm PT. Blizzard also dropped ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/eAMCB7H via IFTTT

The Jason Momoa-led live-action Minecraft movie just got a release date. Warner Bros. has confirmed that the cinematic adaptation of the block-building sandbox game will be out on April 4, 2025, in theatres. Jared Hess, best known for Napoleon Dynamite, is attached to direct. WB also moved up Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’s release date up by five days, and will now ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/eLhbqKv via IFTTT

God of War Ragnarök’s New Game+ mode is finally out, bringing some new armour, enchantments, stronger enemies, and more. The mode unlocks after finishing a run of the game at any difficulty level. The Armor of the Black Bear from the opening segment of God of War Ragnarök can now be equipped by Kratos, alongside a bare-chested Spartan Armor for an increased challe... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/wRoHn41 via IFTTT

Raji: an Ancient Epic is now live on Android and iOS via Netflix Games. The Hindu mythology-inspired title can be accessed by Netflix members, regardless of their subscription plan. Raji’s mobile version also includes graphics options and a toggle to pick between 30 and 60 fps framerates. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/rpqEMD7 via IFTTT

Ark 2 has been delayed until the end of 2024, Studio Wildcard confirmed in a roadmap. The usage of Unreal Engine 5 has caused the team to adjust their workflows and pipelines, demanding more development time. The studio also announced a remaster of the original Ark: Survival Evolved, which will be available as a separate purchase in August. Dubbed Ark: Survival Ascend... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/7rzk5ix via IFTTT