Overwatch 2 Won’t Have Loot Boxes
The Overwatch 2 reveal event included numerous tidbits, perhaps none more exciting than confirmation that Overwatch 2 will not have loot boxes. However, it's still going to be a free-to-play game. The post Overwatc.....»»
Bumblebee research sparks rapid industry change
A Cornell study that revealed commercial eastern common bumblebee hives pose a threat to their wild counterparts has led one major pollination company to quickly adapt the bumblebee hive boxes they ship to growers......»»
I hope every multiplayer game copies Exoprimal’s best feature
Exoprimal features a smart approach to storytelling in an online multiplayer game that games like Overwatch could learn from......»»
Loot boxes: Games companies agree to restrict access in UK
The government has spent nearly three years on plans to regulate the use of loot boxes......»»
Judge sides with Microsoft in FTC injunction, unlocking final Activision battles
Companies' goodwill efforts, including Call of Duty sharing, were persuasive. Enlarge / Attorneys carrying boxes arrive to court in San Francisco, California, US, on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. A judge has ruled that the FTC's relian.....»»
Sharpie scanning goof reveals major PlayStation budgets and revenues
It's not a good week for gaming companies trying to submit sensitive data. Enlarge / Sharpies are great for many things—labeling leftovers, writing "bedroom" on packing boxes, ruining dry erase boards. They're not the best tool.....»»
How to get Wildguard Relik’s Cloak Gauntlets and MK-Alpha Assault Rifle in Fortnite
There's a new baddie prowling around in Chapter 4, Season 3's jungle biome, so make sure to pay him a visit if you want to earn yourself some sweet loot......»»
Foamstars finds a happy middle ground between Splatoon and Overwatch
We played a few matches of Foamstars at Summer Game Fest and are already digging its soapy multiplayer chaos......»»
How to transmog gear in Diablo 4
You'll rack up more loot than you can use in Diablo 4, but thanks to the game's transmog system, there's way to it can help you look cool as can be......»»
How to get Murmuring Obols in Diablo 4
What in the world are Murmuring Obols? Here's everything you need to know about this oddball currency in Diablo 4 and what you can loot you can buy with it......»»
J&J’s COVID vaccine is dead in the US; FDA revokes authorization
The withdrawal leaves the two mRNA vaccines and the Novavax protein subunit vaccine. Enlarge / Boxes of Johnson & Johnson's Janssen COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination site in Florida. (credit: Getty | Paul Hennessy) The F.....»»
How to salvage gear in Diablo 4
You can always sell your unwanted gear, but if you want to get the absolute most out of your loot hauls, you may find that salvaging is your best option......»»
How to open Silent Chests in Diablo 4
The game won't tell you how to open them, so here's everything you need to know about opening Silent Chests in Diablo 4 so you can access that top-tier loot......»»
Throw out all those black boxes and say hello to the software-defined car
We speak to Oliver Hoffmann, Audi's head of technical development. Enlarge / The prototype of the Q6 e-tron is the first on the new Premium Platform Electric (PPE) technology architecture. (credit: Audi) One of the auto.....»»
Google Search starts rolling out ChatGPT-style generative AI results
If you opt-in to generative AI, big, colorful boxes will appear in search. Google's generative search results turn the normally stark-white results page into a range of pastel.....»»
These popular Android TV boxes are reportedly shipping laced with malware
Popular TV boxes are being shipped with malware engaged in ad-click fraud......»»
With PVE mode canceled, Overwatch 2 just isn’t the game for me
With Overwatch 2's planned Hero mode has been scrapped, I've accepted that the sequel simply isn't for me......»»
Apple TV+"s "Loot" second season production stalls over writer"s strike
A picket for the Writers Guild of America has shut down production on the second season of Apple TV+ workplace comedy "Loot."Loot [Apple TV+]The Writer's Guild of America is striking in Hollywood, with approximately 12,000 members on picket lines out.....»»
Beosound A5: AirPlay 2, beautiful, portable, upgradeable, repairable, $1049+
That was sounding so good, right up until the end. Luxury audio company Bang & Olufsen’s new portable speaker, the Beosound A5, ticks a lot of boxes – but also costs more than a grand … more… The post Beosound A5: AirPlay 2, beautiful, por.....»»
Column: My first ride in a Cruise driverless vehicle was safe. But there was a glitch
This reporter's first ride in a Cruise driverless vehicle checked all the safety boxes, but a glitch caused the ride to end early......»»
Column: Building trust is about more than just safety
This reporter's first ride in a Cruise driverless vehicle checked all the safety boxes, but a glitch caused the ride to end early......»»