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Epic Stellar Warfare Update Adds RTS Automation Tools, New CPU Opponents, 20 Multiplayer Maps & More Ahead of Full Release
Tense Games has released a major update for Stellar Warfare, introducing redesigned AI opponents with unique personalities, advanced automation tools for micromanagement, and a revamped multiplayer lobby. This update prepares the Real-Time Strategy game for its full release later this year, moving away from Early Access. The update also adds 20 new multiplayer maps and expands social features.
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone would never use AI, instead wants to rely on human creativity—'I feel like that should take priority over a soulless machine'
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone stated he would never use AI in his creative process, believing it undermines the authentic human element of game development. He emphasized that human expression should take priority over machine-generated content. Barone's stance is shared by other industry figures who have criticized AI for being soulless and generic.
The UK's tax authority is turning to AI to help identify fraud
The UK's tax authority, HM Revenue and Customs, is implementing Artificial Intelligence to assist in identifying fraudulent activities. Human staff will review the AI's findings to ensure accuracy before any action is taken.
Owner of $400,000 in bitcoin was locked out of their account a decade ago and they just used Claude to get back in
An individual who was locked out of their cryptocurrency account for over a decade, losing access to approximately $400,000 worth of Bitcoin, has successfully regained access using Anthropic's AI model, Claude. The user employed Claude to sift through old data from their computer, which ultimately helped them recover an old password and access their digital assets.
Sony touts AI Camera Assistant for Xperia, gets dragged in social media replies
Sony's new AI Camera Assistant feature for its Xperia phones has been met with significant backlash on social media. Users expressed strong negative reactions to the announcement of the AI-powered camera functionality.
Party Animals dev apologizes for AI video contest, will leave its fate up to a vote
Recreate Games has apologized for its AI video contest, stating its intention was to lower the barrier to creation. The developer will now leave the fate of the contest up to a community vote.
AI Yi-Yi!
ChatGPT has seen its lowest referral share as users migrate to competitors like Google's Gemini and Perplexity AI. This shift indicates a growing dissatisfaction with ChatGPT and a rise in the adoption of alternative AI tools.
Pragmata review – No Escort Mission
Pragmata is a bold and different action-adventure game that blends sci-fi storytelling, puzzle-solving, and combat. Players control Hugh Williams, a stranded astronaut who teams up with a mysterious android girl named Diana, forming a compelling father-daughter relationship. Despite a steep learning curve for its dual-combat system, the game offers a unique experience with impressive visuals powered by the RE Engine, exploring themes of isolation and artificial intelligence.
Americans really don't want AI data centers close to their homes
Residents in America are expressing opposition to the construction of artificial intelligence data centers near their homes. This sentiment suggests that local community concerns, often referred to as NIMBYism, may hold valid points regarding the placement of such facilities.
Studio behind hit co-op game apologizes after $75,000 AI video contest leads to Steam review bomb: "We hoped AI…
The developers of the co-op game Party Animals have apologized after facing significant backlash and a Steam review bomb stemming from an AI-generated video contest offering $75,000 in prizes. The studio's plan to incorporate AI content led to community outrage, prompting the developers to issue an apology.
While I can barely find two sticks of 16 GB to rub together, Micron unveils a 256 GB memory module destined for AI…
Micron has unveiled a new 256 GB DDR5 server memory module built with their 1-gamma technology, capable of speeds up to 9,200 MT/s. This module is designed for AI data centers, offering increased efficiency and reduced power consumption compared to existing solutions. The company highlights advanced packaging techniques and 3D stacking for performance gains.
Canned Lord of the Rings MMO now formally cast aside, Amazon claim they've still got a game "that does justice to Tolkien's world" in the works
Amazon has officially cancelled its Lord of the Rings MMO, though the company claims a new game experience that honors Tolkien's world is still in development. A report also details Amazon's internal struggles with integrating generative AI into game development, leading to project pivots and layoffs.
AI Yi-Yi!
A Bitcoin trader successfully recovered $400,000 in cryptocurrency after losing their wallet password 11 years ago. The trader utilized Claude AI, which reportedly attempted 3.5 trillion passwords to regain access to the lost funds.
Watch Dogs Legion lead says Ubisoft probably would have looked into AI-powered NPCs if the tech was more advanced…
Clint Hocking, co-director on Watch Dogs: Legion, stated that Ubisoft likely would have explored AI-powered NPCs if the technology had been more advanced during the game's development. He discussed the challenges of generating unique voices and stories for every character, admitting that while they investigated AI possibilities, it was considered 'a bridge too far' at the time. Hocking suggested that with current LLM technology, they might have delved deeper into generating NPC dialogue and voices.
University graduate speaker met with boos for saying AI 'is the next industrial revolution, then cheers for saying 'only a few years ago, AI was not a factor in our lives'
A speaker at the University of Central Florida's graduation ceremony was met with boos for calling the rise of artificial intelligence the next industrial revolution. The crowd cheered, however, when she later acknowledged AI's recent emergence as a significant factor in daily life. The article contrasts the speaker's optimistic view with potential anxieties graduates may have about AI's impact on their future careers and the environment.
Party Animals dev is now backtracking after getting eviscerated for hosting $75,000 AI video contest
Recreate Games, the developer of Party Animals, is backtracking on its controversial $75,000 AI video contest after facing significant backlash from the community. The studio initially aimed to lower the barrier to creation with AI tools but has since apologized for upsetting players and is now polling the community on the contest's future, with cancellation being the likely outcome.
Nvidia's solution to the AI energy problem is mini data centers next to local power substations and, of course,…
Nvidia is piloting a new solution to address the significant energy demands of artificial intelligence by deploying small data centers adjacent to local power substations in the USA. This strategy aims to balance power load across the grid, utilizing spare capacity from substations that would otherwise be insufficient for larger data centers. The initiative comes as data centers are projected to consume a substantial portion of US electricity generation by 2030.
Amazon reportedly had a studio pivot away from a game 'everyone was excited by' to make something with more AI stuffed in it, then laid them all off anyway
Amazon Games reportedly shifted a development team away from an anticipated game to focus on incorporating more artificial intelligence, only to lay off the entire team afterward. According to sources, the team was working on a single-player game featuring AI-driven dialogue for special moves and convincing NPCs, with a demo planned for early 2026. Amazon Games head Jeff Gattis stated that AI was not the reason for the layoffs, attributing them to a strategic business shift.
Developers of Party Animals announce an AI video contest - game gets a review bomb
Party Animals developer Recreate Games announced an AI video contest, which has led to significant backlash and a review bomb on Steam, resulting in the game's recent reviews being overwhelmingly negative. The developer has since attempted to backtrack and is seeking community input on the contest's future, acknowledging the widespread concerns surrounding generative AI.
How AI Is Making Communication Faster and Smarter
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming communication by enhancing instant messaging apps and social networks with features like AI chat assistants and personalized content. Technologies such as real-time translation headphones and virtual avatars are further bridging language barriers and making remote interactions more engaging.
