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Amazon business and news from across the web.- Project Hail Mary Blasts Off On Blu-Ray This AugustProject Hail Mary is set to release on Blu-ray and DVD in August, with a special limited edition steelbook version arriving in October. The film, based on Andy Weir's novel, will be available in 4K Blu-ray, standard Blu-ray, and DVD formats, featuring various special features including deleted scenes and audio commentary from directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller.
If physical games are dying, we need better laws for our digital rightsSony's decision to end disc production for PlayStation games and the impending removal of Studio Canal films from PlayStation Video highlight the precariousness of digital ownership. The article argues for stronger consumer rights and new laws to protect digital purchases, contrasting them with the freedoms offered by physical media. It notes ongoing efforts in the EU and France to address these issues, while also pointing to PC storefronts like GOG.com as alternatives offering true ownership.- MachineGames is apparently working on Wolfenstein 3 and a Wolfenstein TV showMachineGames is reportedly developing Wolfenstein 3 and a Wolfenstein television series in collaboration with Amazon's Fallout TV producers. The studio is also known for its work on previous Wolfenstein titles, which have been released on Nintendo platforms.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
4th of July sales have Prime Day beat across PS5, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo SwitchRetailers like Best Buy, Amazon, and Woot are offering significant discounts on games and hardware for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PC during their 4th of July sales events. Many of these deals surpass the discounts seen during Amazon's recent Prime Day, with Best Buy noted for having the widest selection of gaming deals.- Magic's Marvel Super Heroes Sealed Collector Boosters Are Back In Stock at AmazonAmazon has restocked Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Collector Boosters. These collectible card game boosters offer a chance to acquire rare cards featuring characters like Iron Man and Thanos, though they come at a premium price.
Amazon Prime Members Get 12 Games For Free In JulyAmazon Prime members will receive 12 free PC games in July, with 12 available for download and five for streaming via Amazon Luna. The streaming library includes the narrative-driven superhero game Dispatch, Sonic Mania Plus, Lego Indiana Jones, YouTuber's Life, and Arcade Paradise. Downloadable titles like CyClones and Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga will be added weekly.- Morning MetaverseAmazon's satellite internet service, positioned as a rival to Starlink, has secured enough satellites to commence operations. The article also touches upon lesser-known Google account settings that users should consider changing for enhanced privacy.
Ubisoft hires former Take-Two and Amazon vet to head up its Tom Clancy gamesUbisoft has hired Christoph Hartmann, formerly of Take-Two Interactive and Amazon Game Studios, to lead its "Creative House 2." This new division will oversee major Tom Clancy franchises including The Division, Ghost Recon, and Splinter Cell. Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot expressed confidence in Hartmann's ability to build and elevate these established game series.
Hori's adorable Kirby Switch 2 accessories are starting to sell out, but you don't need to resort to resellersHori's Kirby-themed Nintendo Switch accessories are experiencing sell-outs on some platforms, but are readily available at retailers like Smyths Toys and Amazon. Some resellers are listing items like the transparent purple Kirby controller for significantly inflated prices on eBay, but alternative retailers offer the full range of pink-puffball-inspired goodies at their original prices.- Amazon is ready to deploy the Leo satellite broadband serviceAmazon is preparing to launch its Project Kuiper satellite broadband service, having deployed enough satellites to begin operations. However, its constellation is currently much smaller than that of SpaceX's Starlink.
- Meta is reportedly building its own cloud businessMeta is reportedly developing its own cloud computing business, which would position the company as a competitor to established players like Amazon and Google. This move involves selling server infrastructure.
- Evening Legal BriefsThe Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal in the ongoing legal dispute between Apple and Epic Games. Separately, the Federal Trade Commission has fined Amazon $2.25 million for alleged violations of the Fair...
- Amazon will pay $2.25 million to settle FTC identity theft caseAmazon has agreed to pay $2.25 million to settle a case with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) concerning allegations of identity theft. The settlement addresses claims that the retailer failed to comply with requirements under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
- MMO Week in Review: Guild Wars goes mobile, Bungie gets layoffsThis week's MMO news includes Guild Wars launching on mobile, Star Trek Online's new update, and Throne & Liberty's summer expansion. However, the industry also saw significant layoffs at Sony and Bungie, impacting hundreds of developers working on Destiny 2 and Marathon. Other news includes Valve's Steam Machine pricing, the ongoing Ashes of Creation lawsuit, and updates on Grand Theft Auto VI's online multiplayer.
Detaljer om GTA VI verkar läcka från butikssidorDetails for Grand Theft Auto VI appear to have leaked from Brazilian online store listings for Amazon and Kabum. The descriptions, which have since been edited or removed, suggested advanced AI would control NPCs with their own routines and that social media would play a significant role, with in-game mobile phones showing viral videos in real-time. The leaks also hinted at the ability to switch between characters and unique character abilities.- Morning Legal BriefsThe Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is suing Amazon over the introduction of advertisements on its Prime service. The lawsuit alleges that Amazon misled consumers about the nature of these ads.
- Pokémon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions ETBs Are Back in Stock, and Under Market Price at AmazonAmazon has restocked the Pokémon Trading Card Game: Prismatic Evolutions Elite Trainer Boxes, offering them at a price below market value. These popular items are expected to sell out quickly due to high demand.
- US: Amazon best-seller list littered with Switch & Switch 2 games after Prime DayFollowing Prime Day sales, numerous Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 games have entered Amazon's top ten best-selling list. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 was a prominent title during the sale, alongside other discounted games.
The Dark Knight Trilogy Blu-Ray Boxed Set Is 25% Off For Prime DayAmazon is offering a 25% discount on The Dark Knight Trilogy 4K Blu-ray boxed set for Prime Day, reducing the price from $38 to $28. The set includes Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises, with standard-def Blu-ray copies and special features also included.