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GTA 6: Will $80 be the new standard, and will more publishers start to skip physical releases?
Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch at $79.99 for the standard edition and $99.99 for the ultimate edition, with physical copies containing only a download code. Analysts discuss whether this price point will become a new industry standard and if publishers will increasingly abandon physical disc releases. While some believe this pricing is justified for a title of GTA 6's caliber, others caution against a widespread shift due to potential consumer backlash.
Diablo 4's Overwatch crossover skins have been revealed and they are completely cursed: "Mercy looks like a…
Players are expressing dissatisfaction with the new crossover skins in Diablo 4, themed after Overwatch. Many find the skins unappealing and unfitting for Diablo 4's aesthetic, with particular criticism directed at the Mercy skin. Concerns were also raised about the high pricing of past collaborations with World of Warcraft and StarCraft, and the overall store pricing in Diablo 4 compared to other games like Fortnite.
Fortnite Begins Reselling Old Battle Pass Skins in Next Update
Fortnite will begin reselling old battle pass skins in an upcoming update. This change allows players to acquire previously exclusive cosmetic items that were once only available through past battle passes.
Sony’s Best-In-Class ANC Headphones Are $82 Off For Prime Day
Sony's WH-1000XM6 active noise-canceling headphones are on sale for Prime Day, reduced from $460 to $378. These headphones feature exceptional sound quality, a comfortable design, and advanced ANC technology with 12 microphones. They offer up to 32 hours of battery life and can be used wirelessly via Bluetooth or with a 3.5mm audio jack. Older models like the WH-1000XM5 and earbuds like the WF-1000XM6 and WF-1000XM5 are also discounted.
Prime Day: Save $150 On The Apple AirPods Max 2
Amazon's Prime Day event, running from June 23-26, features a significant discount on Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones, dropping the price from $549 to $399. This deal, available on multiple colors, highlights features like improved noise cancellation and personalized spatial audio. Competitors like Sony and Bose also have discounted models available for Prime members.
Viture’s New Luma XR Glasses Just Got A Prime Day Price Cut
Viture's Luma XR augmented reality glasses are available at a discounted price during Amazon's Prime Day sale, with models reduced by $100 or more. These glasses offer a virtual cinema-sized display for gaming and media consumption, with various models featuring different brightness levels and tracking capabilities. Bundles include a free 8BitDo controller, and accessories like a Pro Neckband and Pro Mobile Dock are also available.
Samsung SSD Prime Day Deals: Save On Portable And Internal Storage
Samsung is offering significant discounts on its SSDs during Prime Day, including the 990 Pro 2TB internal SSD for $370 and the 9100 Pro 2TB PCIe 5.0 SSD for $350. Portable T9 SSDs and microSD Express cards for handhelds are also on sale.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney says new multiplayer games flop because everyone's "already formed solid human networks in Fortnite, Call of Duty, Counter-Strike, and Apex Legends"
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney believes new multiplayer games are failing because players are too entrenched in established titles like Fortnite, Call of Duty, Counter-Strike, and Apex Legends. He states that it's nearly impossible to migrate entire friend groups to new games, making only massive hits capable of community migration successful. Sweeney also cited other factors like exorbitant budgets and long development cycles contributing to game failures.
Supergirl’s Milly Alcock Reacts To Seeing Her Fortnite Skin
Epic Games is bringing Milly Alcock's Supergirl character, along with her dog Krypto, to Fortnite as part of a collaboration with DC Comics and Warner Bros. Alcock shared her excitement and humorous requests for players using her in-game skin. The Supergirl outfit arrives in Fortnite shortly before her movie's release, and the article also mentions the return of The Simpsons content to the game later this year.
Fortnite's Popular Pokémon-Like Sprites Are Fueling a Player Surge — and 5 More Species Get Added This Week
Fortnite's battle royale mode is experiencing a surge in players due to its popular Pokémon-like Sprites feature. Five new species have been added this week, further fueling player engagement with this creature collection aspect.
All new Sprites in the Fortnite Gone Wild event and how they work
This guide details the new Sprites introduced in the Fortnite Gone Wild event and explains their in-game functionality. The article focuses on how these new elements impact gameplay within Fortnite.
Fortnite OG season 9 release countdown: Exact start time and date
Epic Games is preparing to launch a new season for Fortnite, referred to as 'Fortnite OG season 9'. The article serves as a countdown, indicating an upcoming release with specific start times and dates.
Fortnite is getting five new Sprites this week after Gummy Zero Point madness
Epic Games is adding five new Sprites to Fortnite on June 25 as part of the Fortnite's Gone Wild event. These new Sprites include variants based on Fishstick, a Boss, Football, a "Reaper" Sprite, and a John Wick-themed critter. This update follows a special event where 1.2 million players participated in "Gummy Power Hour" to obtain special Gummy variants of existing Sprites.
Where to find the Olivia Rodrigo Easter egg in Fortnite
This guide details how to find the Olivia Rodrigo Easter egg within the game Fortnite. The article provides instructions for locating this specific in-game collectible.
After Years of Live-Service Chasing, Single-Player Games Are Winning Again
The article discusses the shift in the gaming industry from a strong focus on live-service games back towards single-player experiences. While live-service games can be highly lucrative, many publishers struggled to implement them successfully, leading to a resurgence in demand for complete, finished single-player titles. This trend is evident in recent showcases from Sony and Xbox, which highlight promising single-player games as key platform definers.
Fortnite Gone Wild event dates, new Sprites, and more
The Fortnite Gone Wild event is set to begin, introducing new Sprites and other content. Further details regarding the event's specific dates and features are expected.
Fortnite Gummy Hour timings and all boosters explained
This article explains the timings and available boosters for the Gummy Hour in-game event in Fortnite. It serves as a guide for players looking to participate effectively in this limited-time event.
Evening Multiplex
Trailers have been released for The Division 2: Into the Dark, featuring a narrative cinematic, and for the Dr. STONE x Crunchyroll Anime Island Official Fortnite Watch Party. The article also mentions content creator videos.
Fortnite OG Season 9: Start Time, OG Pass, Live Events, And Map Changes
Fortnite OG Season 9 is set to launch on June 25, bringing back the sci-fi makeover from the original Season 9. The update will include a new OG Pass with remixed skins, a live event called The Final Showdown featuring Mecha Team Leader and The Devourer, and map changes like New Tilted and Mega Mall. The season will also reintroduce various weapons and items from that era, including the Combat Shotgun and Storm Flip.
Unreal Engine 6 Expands Multiverse, Enables Fortnite Skin Transfers Across Games, Epic Announces
Epic Games has announced Unreal Engine 6, set for Early Access in late 2027 and full release by 2028-2029. This major update introduces cross-game cosmetic interoperability, starting with Fortnite, allowing players to transfer digital items between different games. The engine also integrates AI tools and Verse, a programming language for online worlds, aiming to foster a unified gaming experience and honor player investments.
