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OpenAI reportedly kicked around an 'insane' plan to pit world leaders against each other like a Call of Duty…
A report details an "insane" plan reportedly proposed by OpenAI president Greg Brockman to pit world powers like China and Russia against each other in a bidding war for AI development. The article also discusses OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's disputed trustworthiness and his company's business strategies.
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Samsung has reversed its decision to make the Call Screening feature exclusive to its S26 smartphones. Separately, 3DMark has delisted a smartphone company for alleged cheating during benchmarking tests, which was reportedly due to the hardware running at its maximum capabilities.
Call of Duty Ranked Play ‘Unplayable’ Due to Rampant Hacking Problem
Call of Duty's ranked play is reportedly unplayable due to rampant hacking, with professional players stating every match contains cheaters. The current anti-cheat system is described as ineffective, leading to long queue times and a compromised competitive environment. A rebuild of the ranked system with better detection and harsher punishments is called for to protect the integrity of the game and its esports scene.
Steven Spielberg Is A Big Fan Of Resident Evil Reboot Director
Legendary director Steven Spielberg has praised Zach Cregger, the director of the upcoming Resident Evil movie adaptation. Spielberg expressed admiration for Cregger's horror film 'Weapons,' stating it satisfied his desire to see great horror. He also revealed past interest in directing a Call of Duty movie and his involvement with the Halo TV series.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Delayed to February 2027 – Rumor
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, developed by Crystal Dynamics, is reportedly delayed to February 2027, according to a rumor from @RaidersSociety. This potential delay would allow the game to avoid launching alongside major titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and other anticipated releases. The game is planned for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Wyldheart co-op RPG: Fable meets D&D vibes!... | TAG
This article rounds up several gaming news items, including a preview of the co-op RPG Wyldheart inspired by Fable and D&D, an analysis of why Halo broke PC gaming's FPS dominance, a Call of Duty pro player's dismissal after leaked sexts, and a patch update for Crimson Desert. It also briefly mentions Elden Ring cutscenes, the CRPG Esoteric Ebb, a Fortnite skin, and Take-Two Interactive's AI team being axed.
Happy Resurrection Day 2026!
This article draws parallels between the concept of resurrection in video games like Pac-Man and Super Mario Brothers, and the religious concept of rebirth. It argues that just as players are given opportunities to 'respawn' and try again in games, religious figures offer a chance for new beginnings. The piece emphasizes embracing this opportunity for spiritual renewal.
After 36 years at the legendary FPS studio, Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel is retiring
Brian Raffel, co-founder and Vice President of Raven Software, is retiring after 36 years with the studio. Raven Software, known for its work on titles like Heretic, Soldier of Fortune, and multiple Call of Duty games including Warzone, has been a significant FPS developer since its founding in 1990. Raffel also held a Vice President role at Activision following Raven's acquisition.
Sony Officially Acquires Cinemersive Labs
Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired UK-based machine learning and computer vision company Cinemersive Labs. The team will join SIE's Visual Computing Group to advance visual computing in games. This acquisition follows recent news of Sony shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, a studio founded by Call of Duty veteran Jason Blundell.
PlayStation To "Enhance Gameplay Visuals" With Buyout Ahead Of PS6
Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired UK-based machine-learning company Cinemersive Labs to enhance gameplay visuals and rendering techniques. The acquired company's AI technology can transform photos into volumetric 3D experiences. This acquisition comes as Sony prepares for the next generation of PlayStation consoles and follows recent studio closures.
Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel retires after 36 years
Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has retired after 36 years in the industry. The studio, which began in 1990, played a key role in the development of the Call of Duty franchise and previously worked on titles like Hexen.
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Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has retired after 36 years, having worked on titles like Call of Duty, Star Wars, Star Trek, and Marvel. In separate news, Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired Cinemersive Labs.
Call of Duty Zombies dev starts new studio with 2 failed PlayStation collabs behind him, just 1 week after Sony shut down his last project: "Third time's the charm"
Former Call of Duty producer Jason Blundell has launched a new studio, Magic Fractal Studios, just one week after Sony shut down his previous venture, Dark Outlaw Games. This marks Blundell's third studio attempt, following the earlier collapse of Deviation Games, a PlayStation partner.
Brian Raffel, Co-Founder of Call of Duty Developer Raven Software, Retires After 36 Years at Studio
Brian Raffel, co-founder of Raven Software, is retiring after 36 years with the studio. Raven Software, known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise, also developed titles based on Star Wars, Star Trek, and Marvel properties during Raffel's tenure.
Call of Duty Veteran Jason Blundell Returns With Another New Studio
Call of Duty veteran Jason Blundell has announced a new development studio named Magic Fractal, following the closure of his previous company, Dark Outlaw Games, by Sony. The specifics of Magic Fractal's projects are currently unknown, but it's speculated that work from the previous unannounced project might be carried over. Blundell's past credits include Call of Duty: Black Ops 3.
How to complete Last Entry in Arc Raiders
This guide details how to complete the 'Last Entry' quest in Arc Raiders' Flashpoint update. Players must navigate to the Seed Vault on Stella Montis, interact with a workstation to access a researcher's log, find the Seed Vault Box Key, and then use it to unlock the Seed Box within the vault to obtain the Official Shutdown Documentation for extraction.
Co-Founder Of Call Of Duty Studio Raven Retires After 36 Years And 42 Games Released
Brian Raffel, co-founder of Call of Duty studio Raven Software, is retiring after 36 years and shipping 42 games. Founded in 1990, Raven Software initially developed titles like Black Crypt and Heretic before becoming heavily involved with the Call of Duty series starting with Call of Duty: Black Ops. Raffel's career spanned 18 Call of Duty titles and 12 original intellectual properties.
Here's your chance to get Marathon for just $1 and score one of my favorite FPS games in recent years for a tiny price
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is available for a limited time for $1 as part of a Fanatical Mystery Egg Bundle promotion. The game is praised for its sci-fi atmosphere and intense gunplay, though it features a challenging learning curve where players lose all gear upon death. Other potential prizes in the bundle include indie titles and older AAA games.
April Fools' 2026 Roundup II
This article rounds up April Fools' Day jokes from 2026, including a real announcement for the smallest Call of Duty map in history. It also humorously notes an online shooter that was announced, launched, and shut down within the time it took to write the headline.
Marathon has made everyone's favourite loot spot harder to access but even more rewarding, and it's got solo…
Bungie has implemented changes to the Marathon Outpost map in patch 1.0.5.2, altering the accessibility and rewards of the central Pinwheel loot spot. These modifications have sparked debate, with some players finding them detrimental to solo play while others acknowledge their potential benefits after further experience.
