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13 Apr Alison Harvard TikTok’s Bold Move Into In-Stream Shopping TikTok, the short-form video app, is making a bold move into in-stream shopping. Following its success in China, the platform is launching a new push with retailers to try to get more Western audiences interested in shopping with the app. With free shipping and discount coupons, TikTok is hoping to make in-stream shopping a reality.
Though Western audiences have yet to truly embrace shopping via TikTok, the platform is not giving up. TikTok is... -
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30 Mar Alison Harvard The Last of Us Part 1 on PC Has Unacceptable Loading Times The Last of Us Part 1 is a remake of the PS3 original from 2013, released for PC on March 28, 2023. It was initially met with excitement, but gamers have reported experiencing hour-long load times while playing. This has resulted in The Last of Us Part 1 receiving a “Mostly Negative” rating on Steam and has caused many players to express their disappointment with the game’s optimization.
While the recommended hardware specs f... -
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29 Mar Alison Harvard Upgrading from Old Windows Versions: Steam to Officially Stop Support Steam, the popular video game platform, has announced that it will abandon support for current versions of the Windows OS – Windows 7 and 8.1 – starting January 1, 2024. This is because the latest features of Steam rely on the built-in version of Google Chrome, which no longer works on these older versions of Windows. Furthermore, future versions of Steam will require updates to Windows features and security present only on Windows 10... -
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28 Mar Benjamin Carter The Best Xbox Game Pass Games to Play in March 2023: What the Critics Say When it comes to enjoying a wide range of gaming options, Xbox Game Pass has quickly become one of the most popular platforms. With access to over 100 titles, there's something to suit every type of gamer. Whether it's a classic title, something new, or a game released exclusively to the platform, there's something for everyone to enjoy. To help ease the process of picking out the best titles, we've rounded up the highest-rated an... -
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16 Mar Alison Harvard A Safer and Easier Way to Enjoy Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 with Inverted Flash Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 players can now enjoy a better gaming experience thanks to Beenox's latest patch. The new setting, called Inverted Flash, makes flashbang grenades easier on the eyes by turning the screen completely black instead of completely white when it is activated. This minor but much-requested feature was released as part of Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare2's Season Reloaded on March 15th.... -
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15 Mar Benjamin Carter Microsoft Brings Back Much-Needed Taskbar Functionality to Windows 11 Microsoft is finally giving users the control they wanted over their taskbars with the upcoming release of Windows 11. The newly found code in the 25314 build points to a more personalized experience for users, and exciting features like grouping modes and label support are set to make a comeback.
The taskbar in Windows 11 has been one of its most controversial aspects since its release. Users have long complained about the lack of control aff... -
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10 Mar Alison Harvard The Ultimate Showdown: Ranking The Best Final Bosses In The Yakuza Series For many years, the Yakuza series has been celebrated for its thrilling narrative and explosive action. It’s no surprise, then, that the series’ final boss fights are some of the most intense battles in gaming. From Keiji Shibusawa in Yakuza 0 to Takechi Hanpeita in Like A Dragon: Ishin!, each endgame confrontation offers a unique challenge and leaves an indelible mark on players. Here is our ranking of the best final bosses in this f... -
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03 Mar Benjamin Carter Gears of War 6: The Coalition Is Hiring for Upcoming Title The Gears of War franchise is one of Microsoft’s most beloved franchises, having been around since 2006. The last release was Gears Tactics in 2020, with the last mainline title being Gears 5 in 2019. Now, it looks like The Coalition, the developers behind the franchise, is hinting at a new project.
Rumors have been circulating since February 2021 that The Coalition has canceled two projects to focus on what is assumed to be Gears of War... -
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02 Mar Benjamin Carter Hidetaka Miyazaki’s Inspirations: Escape from Tarkov as an Ingenious Multiplayer Design Gaming fans were thrilled when, today, Elden Ring's creator Hidetaka Miyazaki sat down for a chat with IGN, and even more excited when the announcement of a 2023 expansion was made. While talking to IGN, Miyazaki revealed that one of the games he has been looking to for inspiration recently is Escape from Tarkov, and he even went on to explain why this particular title has caught his eye.
When Miyazaki was asked what trends, ideas, o... -
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01 Mar Benjamin Carter Diving Deeper Into the Absurdities of Sons of the Forest The release of Sons of the Forest in early access was a big hit, with more than two million copies sold during the first 24 hours. It’s clear that the game is popular, but with the unfinished nature of early access, the game is riddled with bugs, issues, and strange scenarios that are worth exploring. Before we dive into the bizarre situations, let’s understand what early access means. Early access indicates that the game is still in... -
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16 Feb Benjamin Carter New Hearthstone Expansion – March of the Lich King Mini Set Blizzard Entertainment recently announced a new mini set for its popular card game, Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft. The set is called “March of the Lich King” and will feature 38 new cards that introduce some exciting new mechanics. Some iconic characters from the Warcraft universe, including Arthas the Lich King, will be included in the set. This new expansion is sure to be a great addition to the already vast collection of cards in... -
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15 Feb Benjamin Carter PUBG Mobile Announces Partnership Program for Southeast Asia PUBG Mobile, the popular mobile version of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, has announced its new partnership program for Southeast Asia. The program seeks to bring together local organizations and influencers to help promote the game in the region. This comes as part of PUBG Mobile's growth strategy for the region, which is becoming one of the most important markets for the game.
The partnership program will focus on creating ne... -
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14 Feb Alison Harvard Top 5 Fortnite Alternatives: Epic Games That Will Keep You Entertained When it comes to the world of video games, Fortnite is undoubtedly one of the most popular and successful titles of all time. The battle royale game has attracted millions of players worldwide and has held its spot in the gaming industry for quite some time. However, if you’re looking for something different that offers an equally engaging and enjoyable experience, there are plenty of alternatives out there. Here are five great games that a... -
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08 Feb Benjamin Carter Minecraft Player Creates Impressive Axolotl Statue Minecraft is a game that has captured the hearts of millions of players around the world. Its immersive environment and variety of mobs, from passive to hostile, make the game even more enjoyable. Recently, one Minecraft player decided to take their love for the game to the next level by creating an impressive statue of one of the mobs available in the game: the axolotl.
The statue was created by a player known as 'AsperaX_OperaliX'. H... -
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07 Feb Benjamin Carter US Senators Question Facebook on Access to Sensitive User Data by Chinese, Russian Developers US Senators Mark Warner and Marco Rubio have written to Facebook's parent company Meta Platforms this week about documents that suggest the social media giant allowed developers in China and Russia to have access to user data that could be used for espionage.
The news has raised eyebrows in both the US and abroad, as the US Senate Select Committee on Intelligence seeks to uncover the details of this arrangement.
The document in question... -
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05 Feb Alison Harvard Unlock Your Maximum Stardew Valley Potential With These Helpful Tips and Tricks Stardew Valley is a beloved video game that has taken the gaming community by storm. It's an open-ended country-life RPG that allows players to customize their character, build relationships with NPCs, explore a vast world, and embark on exciting adventures.
With so much to do, it can be hard to know where to start and how to get the most out of Stardew Valley. But with the right tips and tricks, you can unlock your maximum Stardew Valley... -
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02 Feb Benjamin Carter Facebook Reaches 2 Billion Daily Users Despite Recent Restructuring Facebook has once again reached a major milestone, crossing the 2 billion daily active user mark for the first time. The social media platform, which is owned by Meta, has been a major source of ad revenue for the company since its launch nearly 20 years ago. Despite recent restructuring, which resulted in the elimination of more than 11,000 jobs, Facebook is still growing.
CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently commented on the restructuring, say...
