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PC Gamer's highest review scores of 2024
AppWizard
December 24, 2024

PC Gamer’s highest review scores of 2024

Concerns about "score inflation" in gaming reviews have been raised, with a score of 90% expected to represent an exceptional game. PC Gamer has not awarded a score higher than 98%, with Baldur's Gate 3 receiving the highest score of 97% in its UK edition. The 2024 Game of the Year Award winners are not included, but the year featured quality titles. Scores and their corresponding games include: - 89%: - Persona 3 Reload - Tekken 8 - Dragon's Dogma 2 - V Rising - Little Kitty, Big City - Lorelai and the Laser Eyes - 90%: - Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 - Shogun Showdown - Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred - Satisfactory - Riven - Animal Well - Granblue Fantasy: Relink - 91%: - Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake - Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance - Wild Bastards - Balatro - 92%: - Destiny 2: The Final Shape - Factorio: Space Age - 94%: - Caves of Qud - 95%: - Not specified in the provided text.
The Big Indie Interviews: Hyena Hon on award-winning competitive game Crush!
AppWizard
November 28, 2024

The Big Indie Interviews: Hyena Hon on award-winning competitive game Crush!

The Very Big Indie Pitch competition at Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan allows developers to present their games to expert judges for feedback and potential prizes. Mostafa Harb from Hyena Hon showcased their game Crush!, a competitive party game for two players that evolved from a game jam project. Harb highlighted the challenges of indie game development in Lebanon due to economic instability, emphasizing the need for funding and stable employment. He described the positive reception of Crush! during the pitch, noting the valuable feedback received from both casual gamers and industry experts. Harb plans to expand Crush! with a unique art style and diverse gameplay mechanics, aiming for a Steam release. Additionally, he and co-founder Jawad Karaky have ideas for future projects, including an educational cooking game, a racing game, and a narrative-driven game for the visually impaired.
Ticker: Federal judge orders Google to open its Android app store to competition; Wall Street slides after Treasury yields climb
AppWizard
October 7, 2024

Ticker: Federal judge orders Google to open its Android app store to competition; Wall Street slides after Treasury yields climb

A federal judge has ordered Google to dismantle its protective barriers around the Android app store, requiring changes to the Play Store to allow the distribution of rival third-party app stores. This ruling aims to enhance competition and provide consumers with access to a broader selection of applications. In related market news, U.S. stocks fell, with the S&P 500 index down by 1%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average declining by 398 points (0.9%), and the Nasdaq composite dropping by 1.2%. This market downturn coincided with rising Treasury yields and follows a period of record-setting gains driven by optimism regarding the Federal Reserve's economic management.
What's next after the Fed's interest rate cut, the House rejects government funding bill, and 'The Golden Bachelorette' premieres
Winsage
September 19, 2024

What’s next after the Fed’s interest rate cut, the House rejects government funding bill, and ‘The Golden Bachelorette’ premieres

The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by half a percentage point, the first reduction since 2020, to combat inflation while avoiding a recession. Inflation remains above the Fed's target of 2%, with a projected end-of-year rate of 2.6% and additional cuts expected through 2026. Borrowers may see decreasing interest rates for loans over time, while savings account yields may also reduce. President Biden and Vice President Harris support the rate cut, while Donald Trump claims it is politically motivated. The State Department has launched an online passport renewal system for Americans. In Beirut, at least 20 people died due to walkie-talkies exploding. A government funding bill was rejected by nearly all Democrats and 14 Republicans due to concerns over noncitizen voting. The Milwaukee Brewers and New York Yankees have clinched playoff spots in MLB. In women's basketball, the Fever and Mystics will play tonight, and the Jets will host the Patriots in their first home game of the season. The first two episodes of Frasier Season 2 premiered, and Netflix released a true crime series. In 1994, the medical drama ER debuted on NBC. Kamala Harris has consistently supported abortion rights, while Donald Trump's position has shifted from pro-choice to pro-life. Students at James Madison High School raised over ,000 to buy a Jeep Wrangler for their custodian, Francis Apraku.
WhatsApp novelists use messaging app to write and sell books in Zimbabwe
AppWizard
August 31, 2024

WhatsApp novelists use messaging app to write and sell books in Zimbabwe

Kingston Dhewa is a fruit and vegetable vendor in Budiriro 5, Zimbabwe, who has published 43 novels, primarily in Shona, inspired by African rural life. He began writing in high school but pursued it seriously during the COVID-19 pandemic after joining a WhatsApp community of writers. Dhewa releases his stories in serialized form. Pamela Ngirazi, another author, has over 21,000 followers and uses WhatsApp Channels to broadcast her romance novels. The trend of digital publishing in Zimbabwe has been driven by economic challenges, making WhatsApp a crucial platform for authors to reach readers. The e-books market in Africa is expected to grow, but data costs pose a barrier. Traditional publishing faces challenges, including piracy and declining sales. Concerns about copyright and intellectual property rights are prevalent, with emphasis on the importance of registering works. Despite the limitations of self-publishing, Dhewa remains hopeful for literary recognition.
PC gaming is mainstream. Now what?
AppWizard
June 29, 2024

PC gaming is mainstream. Now what?

PC gaming became mainstream around 2019, with factors such as the success of games like PUBG and Fortnite, Sony publishing games on PC, Discord's popularity, crossplay, and the success of small-studio games like Slay the Spire contributing to its wider recognition and adoption. The trends that led to this popularity are still in play, with PC continuing to be the birthplace of new genres and small studios enjoying parity with big publishers. The accessibility of tools for game development will continue to invite more people to create games, sustaining PC gaming's popularity.
Android Developer Preview Focuses on Telecom and Media Experience
AppWizard
March 21, 2024

Android Developer Preview Focuses on Telecom and Media Experience

The European Central Bank has raised interest rates by 50 basis points, which is more than what was previously suggested. This action is in response to high inflation rates in the Eurozone. The rate hike aims to stabilize prices and demonstrates the ECB's commitment to its mandate. Financial analysts did not expect the magnitude of the increase. Following the announcement, the euro's value increased in comparison to other major currencies, European stocks showed mixed reactions, and the yield on German 10-year bonds rose. The ECB plans to keep monitoring economic indicators and adjust policies as needed. This rate hike could either be the start of a series of increases or an isolated event. Businesses and investors are reminded to remain adaptable and vigilant due to the changing economic conditions influenced by monetary policy.
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