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Take-Two CEO says Grand Theft Auto 6 is on track for 'fall' next year, GTA 5 has sold over 205 million, and 'PC will be more and more a part of [our] business going forward'
AppWizard
November 7, 2024

Take-Two CEO says Grand Theft Auto 6 is on track for ‘fall’ next year, GTA 5 has sold over 205 million, and ‘PC will be more and more a part of [our] business going forward’

Take-Two Interactive reported net bookings of .47 billion for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, within its projected annual target of .55 to .65 billion. The company attributed its success to the popularity of its franchises, particularly Grand Theft Auto and Borderlands. Grand Theft Auto 5 has sold over 205 million units globally, and Grand Theft Auto Online's membership in the GTA+ service has grown by 35% over the past year. Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 67 million units. The anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected in the fall of 2026 at the earliest. The recent Borderlands film has been criticized but positively impacted catalogue sales.
Death Stranding: Directors Cut out now on Xbox Series Consoles
AppWizard
November 7, 2024

Death Stranding: Directors Cut out now on Xbox Series Consoles

505 Games has announced that Death Stranding: Director's Cut is now available on Xbox Series X|S, currently on sale for 50% off at £17.49 in the UK. The game includes the 'Play Anywhere' feature, allowing access to both console and PC versions. Enhancements include high frame rate performance modes, a dedicated photo mode, and ultra-wide support for PC. The game features crossover content from Valve's Half-Life series and CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077. The release follows a five-year exclusivity period with Sony, which has now ended. A sequel, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, is in development exclusively for PlayStation 5. Kojima Productions has reportedly re-acquired the rights to the Death Stranding franchise, allowing for potential future releases on Xbox. Additionally, Hideo Kojima's upcoming project, OD, was announced for Xbox consoles, featuring a cast that includes Sophia Lillis, Hunter Schaffer, and Udo Kier.
Best Video Game Deals Today (November 2024)
AppWizard
November 6, 2024

Best Video Game Deals Today (November 2024)

Savvy shoppers are preparing for Black Friday with significant discounts on video games, hardware, and accessories. Amazon is offering a Buy One, Get One 50% off sale on select games, including titles like Metaphor: ReFantazio for Xbox Series X, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 for PS5, and Balatro for Nintendo Switch. Woot has The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom on sale for .99, praised with a 9/10 review from IGN. The PS5 Pro is available for preorder with a release date of November 7. PC gamers can find discounts on titles such as SILENT HILL 2 and DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO. The Xbox Cloud Gaming Bundle, including a Sky Cipher controller and a Fire TV Stick 4K Max, is priced at .99. Best Buy has holiday bundles for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe available for both standard and OLED Nintendo Switch consoles. The Alienware Aurora R16 i9 RTX 4090 gaming PC is on sale as part of Dell's early Black Friday promotions.
The StarCraft Games Have Officially Joined PC Game Pass
AppWizard
November 6, 2024

The StarCraft Games Have Officially Joined PC Game Pass

StarCraft: Remastered and StarCraft II: Campaign Collection are now available on PC Game Pass. The original StarCraft was released on March 31, 1998, and became a cornerstone of the real-time strategy genre. The remastered version was released by Blizzard in 2017. The announcement was made via the official StarCraft Twitter account and Xbox Wire. Currently, these games are exclusively available on PC Game Pass, marking a significant step in the integration of Activision Blizzard titles into Xbox’s services.
The Big Indie Interviews: Chorrus Games on their award-winning fantasy adventure game Radiant: Guardians Of Light
AppWizard
November 5, 2024

The Big Indie Interviews: Chorrus Games on their award-winning fantasy adventure game Radiant: Guardians Of Light

The Very Big Indie Pitch is a speed-dating style pitching event for indie developers held at Pocket Gamer Connects and other gaming events worldwide, where participants present their games to judges in five minutes. Chorrus Games, an indie studio from Madrid, Spain, developed the game Radiant: Guardians of Light, which won third place at the recent competition in Helsinki. The game blends 80s Beat 'Em Up gameplay with RPG elements, featuring fast-paced combat, a rich narrative, and a crafting system. The team, consisting of Oscar Ruiz and Roberto Martinez, focused on creating an engaging experience inspired by classic games while incorporating modern storytelling. They initially developed Radiant for PC but are exploring console opportunities. The pitching experience helped them refine their game and connect with industry professionals. The team aims to expand the Radiant universe through new titles and adaptations in various media.
IllusiveMC: A Thriving Non-Vanilla Minecraft SMP Community
AppWizard
November 5, 2024

IllusiveMC: A Thriving Non-Vanilla Minecraft SMP Community

IllusiveMC is a non-vanilla SMP server for Minecraft that supports both Java and Bedrock Editions, accessible on computers, phones, tablets, and consoles. It features mcMMO for skill leveling, Voting Crates and Supply Drops for rewards, VeinMiner for efficient mining, and Silk-Touchable Spawners for collecting mob spawners. The server promotes collaboration and competition through Clans and Player Shops, and offers Land Claims for protecting builds. Community involvement is emphasized, with administrators seeking player feedback and maintaining a safe environment through active moderation. Players can join the IllusiveMC Discord for community interaction. The server can be accessed at illusiveMC.com:25581. For media inquiries, contact Minebrowse at 203-301-8294 or via their website minebrowse.com.
Windows 11 24H2 Update Removes Xbox Gamepad Keyboard Feature After Bugs Plagued It
Winsage
November 4, 2024

Windows 11 24H2 Update Removes Xbox Gamepad Keyboard Feature After Bugs Plagued It

Microsoft has withdrawn the 'Gamepad keyboard' feature from the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update due to unresolved bugs. The feature, aimed at enhancing text input for Xbox controllers and other gaming devices, was disabled in the latest preview update, and users can no longer access it. Microsoft has not provided specific details about the bugs and has omitted the feature from their release notes, indicating a delay in its rollout. The Gamepad keyboard was first introduced in September 2024 and was expected to be part of the October update. Despite this setback, Microsoft has stated that the feature will return in future updates.
Oasis AI and a single NVIDIA H100 GPU has created a playable 'AI Minecraft' at 720p 20 FPS
AppWizard
November 4, 2024

Oasis AI and a single NVIDIA H100 GPU has created a playable ‘AI Minecraft’ at 720p 20 FPS

Oasis AI, developed by Decart, is the world's first real-time AI world model, demonstrated through a playable AI-generated version of Minecraft running on a single NVIDIA H100 GPU. The system generates frames in response to user input, allowing for interactive gameplay. The demo operates at a 720p resolution and 20 frames per second, which may not meet gamers' expectations for immersion. A significant limitation of the demo is the lack of object permanence, causing the AI-generated environment to rearrange itself when players turn around or retrace their steps. Oasis AI does not aim to replace Minecraft but to showcase the potential of AI-generated open-world environments. Decart envisions a future where this technology could revolutionize gaming and other interactive experiences. Oasis AI can generate each frame with low latency, optimized for operation on a single GPU or multiple GPUs, achieved through innovations in their technology stack.
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