Tag: Technology
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Alleged Leaks of Switch 2 Images Indicate Significant Advancement for Nintendo
Pictures of what appear to be the successor to the Nintendo Switch console have appeared online, supposedly featuring an eight-inch screen, Joy-Cons using a magnetic attachment, and superior hardware in comparison to the current model. These images were first discovered on a Chinese social media site and then shared on Reddit. Despite Nintendo not commenting…
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“PS5 Pro Officially Unveiled with a Staggering $700 Price Tag”
Sony recently unveiled the PS5 Pro during the PS5 Technical Presentation hosted by Mark Cerny. The key focus of the presentation was the improved framerate capabilities of the new system, as developers are reportedly seeking framerates higher than the conventional 30fps or 60fps. Apparently, gamers tend to prefer Performance over Fidelity most of the time.…
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The Mobile Version of Balatro Will Also Be Featured on Apple Arcade
LocalThunk and PlayStack have declared that Balatro, the roguelike deckbuilder game based on Poker, will be available on Android and iOS platforms from September 26, 2024 onwards. On the same day, an Apple Arcade release of the game will also launch. The game, which is currently $6.99 per month on Apple Arcade and $9.99 on…
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Shipments of the PS5 Surpass 61.8 Million
Sony’s financial results have revealed that, as of June 30, 2024, the company has shipped a total of 61.8 million PlayStation 5 units worldwide. Despite a decrease of 0.9 million units during the three months ending June, with 2.4 million shipped, Sony also announced an increase in PlayStation Network’s monthly active users, with 116 million…
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Founder of Raspberry Pi Set to Publish Two Books on Vintage Game Development
“Code the Classics,” an instructional guide released by Raspberry Pi Press, guides both aficionados and budding programmers in creating vintage games that echo classics from earlier decades. The first volume, releasing its second version on August 27, was originally published in 2019 and was highly praised at launch. Raspberry Pi founder Eben Upton lent his…
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Everything Revealed at Day of the Devs 2024
The annual Summer Game Fest concluded, featuring the highly-anticipated Day of the Devs, an event responsible for digital and physical showcases of indie games. This year, the non-profit organization presented 21 games, including various genres such as sims, horror, arcade, RPGs, and more. One notable game making a reappearance from last year, is “Simpler Times,”…
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Nintendo’s Latest NES Collection Focuses on Speedrunning
Nintendo has announced Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, a new collection of NES games for the Switch, designed to cater to the speedrunning trend. The set comprises 13 of their classic games such as Metroid, The Legend of Zelda, and Super Mario Bros., however, players are challenged with completing “bite-sized bits of classic blockbusters” as…
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Square Enix Explores How AI Might ‘Transform Our Creation Methods’
In a 2024 New Year’s message, Square Enix president, Takashi Kiryu, highlighted the potential impacts of AI on the digital entertainment industry. Kiryu noted that the advancements in AI technology have made it easier to generate and translate text, leading to conversations that can be generated easily. Square Enix, recognizing the vast capabilities of AI…
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Over 50 Million PlayStation 5 Units Sold
Sony Interactive Entertainment recently revealed that the PlayStation 5 (PS5) has crossed another salient mark with over 50 million units sold in just three years since its launch in November 2020. The spike in sales in 2023 is mainly attributed to the release of new popular games, solidifying its position in the global gaming community.…