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Amazon business and news from across the web.- Amazon Primes 12 free games for April include XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete PackAmazon is offering Prime subscribers 12 free PC games for April, including the XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete Pack, which can be claimed through its Luna service and kept permanently.
Amazon Prime’s 12 ‘free’ games for April include XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete PackAmazon Prime is offering 12 free games for April, including the XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete Pack. Additionally, strings found in a Steam update suggest the platform may introduce built-in FPS performance estimates based on user hardware.- Amazon's new USPS deal will see postal deliveries cut by 20 percentAmazon and the United States Postal Service have reached a tentative agreement that will reduce USPS deliveries by 20 percent, a significant financial blow to the postal service. This deal comes after Amazon initially threatened a much larger cut and follows a period of stalled negotiations. The agreement is subject to approval by the federal Postal Regulatory Commission.
- Mass Effect TV show reportedly needs to be ‘more appealing to non-gamers,’ and I have no idea what the hell that meansThe live-action Mass Effect TV series for Prime Video is reportedly being rewritten to appeal to a broader, non-gaming audience, a direction that concerns the author. The article questions what this change entails and expresses worry that trying to please everyone could result in a diluted product, potentially undermining the core strengths of the Mass Effect universe.
Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis Rumoured To Launch In Early 2027A rumor from the Raiders Society suggests that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a remake of the original 1996 title, may launch in February 2027. This indicates a potential delay from the previously stated 2026 release window. The article also mentions a separate new entry, Tomb Raider: Catalyst, scheduled for 2027.
Games Inbox: Has the new Mass Effect been cancelled?Reader mail discusses the lack of news regarding a new Mass Effect game, with one reader suspecting it may be cancelled despite EA's assurances. Other topics include potential remakes of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, the viability of a new Uncharted game, and the pricing of the PlayStation 5 Pro. There's also discussion on the success of Nintendo's Super Mario Galaxy movie and its potential impact on future game and film adaptations.- The MOP Up: The Quinfall loses some data after a global hosting glitchThe Quinfall has announced a limited amount of data loss due to a global technical issue affecting Amazon's Middle East servers. This disruption impacted the game's website and Twitch Drops system. Other smaller MMO news includes Warframe clarifying a data breach claim, The Finals bringing back its Bunny Hop mode, and updates for Wakfu, World of Tanks, Neverwinter, Runescape, Titan Quest II, and Synduality Echo of Ada.
Mass Effect TV show ordered to rewrite scripts and make them "more appealing to non-gamers"Amazon has reportedly requested rewrites for its upcoming Mass Effect TV series to make it more appealing to audiences unfamiliar with the games. The decision on a full order for the show is pending script review by the new head of global TV, Peter Friedlander. The series is being developed by a team that also worked on the successful Fallout adaptation.
The First-Ever Fight Club 4K Blu-Ray Release Comes With A Soapy Steelbook CoverA new 4K Blu-ray steelbook edition of David Fincher's 1999 film Fight Club is available for preorder, featuring a restoration approved by the director, HDR10 support, and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. The release includes extensive special features such as commentary tracks with the cast and crew, deleted scenes, and behind-the-scenes featurettes. The steelbook cover features a simple bar of soap design, and the release is priced at $40 with shipping starting May 12.- Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse unionThe Trump administration's labor board has ordered Amazon to recognize and bargain with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union for its Staten Island warehouse workers. This ruling is the latest development in a multiyear dispute over pay, benefits, and safety, though Amazon plans to appeal, citing improper influence on the election. This marks a significant victory for the union, which has been fighting for recognition since workers voted to unionize in 2022.
Multiple Kindle Models Are Steeply Discounted At Woot TodayWoot, an Amazon-owned company, is offering significant discounts on various Kindle models, including the Kindle Scribe and the 11th Gen Kindle. An additional 25% off can be applied with a specific code at checkout, though stock is limited and the sale ends April 11. Prime members receive free shipping within the continental US.
The Boys season 5: 5 things to remember ahead of the final seasonAhead of the fifth and final season of The Boys on Prime Video, this recap highlights key plot points. Billy Butcher has only months to live due to Temp-V and Compound-V, while Homelander is consolidating power with a new agenda. Soldier Boy is set to return, and Marie Moreau from Gen V possesses a potentially game-changing resurrection ability. Meanwhile, A-Train has joined forces with Starlight to form a resistance group.- The Daily Grind: Do you appreciate a long maintenance mode before an MMORPG sunset?This opinion piece discusses the sentiment surrounding the long maintenance mode of MMORPGs before their eventual sunset. The author expresses gratitude for Amazon keeping New World online for its remaining players, questioning the urge some have to demand immediate shutdowns once they are personally finished with a game.
- Evening MetaverseSpaceX is attempting to persuade the FCC that Amazon's satellites were deployed at an incorrect altitude. Separately, Ofcom has reported a decrease in social media posting activity.
- Amazon Slashes Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Prices Just Days After ReleaseAmazon is offering a 25% discount on Pokémon Trading Card Game Perfect Order Booster Boxes shortly after their release. This promotion significantly reduces the price of the booster boxes.
- Amazon Prime Members Can Get These 20 Games For Free In AprilAmazon Prime members can claim 20 free games in April through Amazon Luna, including titles like XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete Pack and Total War: Pharaoh. These claimed games are kept permanently, even after the subscription ends. The offerings are spread across several dates in April, with some games also available via cloud streaming.
- Morning MetaverseAmazon is reportedly in talks to acquire Globalstar, a move that would allow it to compete with SpaceX's Starlink in the satellite internet market. Separately, NASA's Artemis II crew experienced issues with Microsoft Outlook, requiring remote access from Earth to resolve.
PS5 price increases be damned, Amazon still has consoles at their previous rates - for nowDespite Sony's announced price increase for the PlayStation 5, Amazon is still selling consoles at their previous MSRPs. The price hike, which officially took effect on April 2, raised the Digital Edition to $599 and the Disc version to $649, with a Pro model listed at $899.99. This increase is attributed to ongoing component shortages impacting the tech industry.
Dandadan Season 2 Blu-ray Preorders Are Here And The Collectors Edition Goes BigPreorders are now available for the Dandadan Season 2 Blu-ray, with a standard edition priced at $35 and a collector's edition at $65, both releasing on June 30. The collector's edition includes all 12 episodes, extensive on-disc special features, a 76-page art booklet, and sticker sheets. The article also mentions the availability and pricing of the first season's Blu-ray releases and recommends the original manga by Yukinobu Tatsu.
Speed Racer Finally Races Onto 4K Blu-ray In MayThe live-action Speed Racer film is receiving a 4K Blu-ray release on May 19, featuring a digital code and bonus materials from previous releases, including newly filmed interviews with directors Lana and Lilly Wachowski. Despite its initial box office performance, the 2008 adaptation of the anime has gained a cult following for its distinctive visual style and high-speed action.