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November 25, 2025

Is Microsoft’s ‘Humanist Superintelligence’ vision more than an empty slogan?

Microsoft is developing Human-Supervised Intelligence (HSI) with a focus on practical applications, starting with a project called Medical Superintelligence aimed at improving healthcare through AI. The next project will focus on creating clean and affordable energy solutions. Suleyman, the architect of HSI, describes it as a controllable AI designed to mitigate risks associated with Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), emphasizing its alignment with human values and safety. Despite the promising vision, there is skepticism about whether HSI will deliver on its ambitious goals.

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November 11, 2025

Ubisoft vet Johannes Thimme founds new studio Quality Time

Johannes Thimme has established Quality Time, a studio focused on creating original games and providing consultation and mentoring services. He began his career in the gaming industry in 2012 at Ubisoft, contributing to titles like Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rainbow Six Siege, and Might & Magic, and previously worked at Deep Silver and Mail.ru Games. Thimme aims to promote growth in the gaming sector of Lower Saxony, believing the region has untapped potential and hopes to create a vibrant community for both experienced developers and new talent.

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October 15, 2025

Ubisoft surprise-revives its neglected Splinter Cell middle child on Steam, puts it on sale, then slaps a Uplay requirement on it so you don’t get too excited

Ubisoft has re-released the game Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow on Steam, offering a 40% discount, with even better prices on Ubisoft Connect. This title had previously been unavailable on digital platforms, leaving fans to seek unofficial methods to play it. The revival allows players to access the complete mainline adventures of Sam Fisher without relying on unofficial downloads.

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October 14, 2025

Missing Splinter Cell game mysteriously hits Steam, and it’s one of the best

Ubisoft has released Splinter Cell Pandora Tomorrow on Steam, marking its availability for PC players without physical discs. The game, originally released in the early 2000s, has a Metacritic score of 93 and introduced features like laser sights and cover transitions. It is now part of the Splinter Cell Legacy Collection, which includes all six mainline games. Pandora Tomorrow is available for .99 / £5.39 with a 40% introductory discount, while the Legacy Collection is offered at a 75% discount for .88 / £10.88. This release coincides with the launch of the animated series Splinter Cell Deathwatch on Netflix on October 14.

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October 3, 2025

Poll results: These apps are your favorite Spotify alternatives

Spotify faces competition in the music streaming market from platforms like YouTube Music, Tidal, and Deezer. A recent survey revealed that YouTube Music was the preferred choice for nearly half of the respondents, significantly outpacing other options. Tidal received about 17% of the votes, while Deezer garnered 11%. Bandcamp and SoundCloud received around 11% and 8%, respectively, with the "other" category surpassing both at nearly 9%. Additional popular choices mentioned in the comments included Amazon Music and Apple Music, along with smaller services like Pandora and Qobuz.

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September 29, 2025

Steam Fall Sale 2025: The Best And Biggest PC Gaming Deals

The Steam Fall Sale was launched by Valve on September 29 and will run until October 6, offering a selection of discounted PC games. Notable titles available at reduced prices include Cyberpunk 2077, Doom Eternal, and Diablo IV. The LCD Steam Deck is also available at a 20 percent discount. A list of highlighted deals includes games such as Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Control Ultimate Edition, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among others. The community is encouraged to share insights and recommendations regarding additional deals.

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September 16, 2025

Gearbox CEO channels inner Claptrap, offers himself up as personal tech support over rampant Borderlands 4 PC performance issues — ‘Would you like help tuning with your personal specification?’

Borderlands 4 has faced significant performance challenges, with reports indicating that even high-end PCs struggle to maintain 60 frames per second. Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has offered personal tech support to players experiencing these issues. In response to player complaints, publisher 2K released a guide with recommended graphics settings for various resolutions and graphics cards. Pitchford has suggested players lower their resolution or use frame generation technologies like DLSS to improve performance. He provided specific optimization advice for players, including disabling Vsync, utilizing DLSS with multi-frame generation, and adjusting graphics settings. Despite his efforts, some players have expressed frustration with his responses. The game has also seen the release of PC performance patches to address ongoing issues. Borderlands 4 is set on the planet Kairos, marking a departure from the franchise's traditional setting of Pandora.

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July 26, 2025

After a forgettable launch, Ubisoft’s Avatar game is getting a huge new update later this year, introducing new game plus and a third-person mode

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora launched on Steam in late 2023, featuring a visually stunning rainforest environment and allowing players to navigate as Na'vi characters. The game had simplified combat mechanics and faced a decline in player engagement due to minimal marketing support from Ubisoft. Developer Massive Entertainment released paid DLC patches, including a New Game Plus mode that retains gear and introduces stronger equipment and a new skill tree. A significant update will add a third-person perspective, allowing seamless switching between first and third-person views. The game received mixed reviews, with some praising its world while others criticized its performance and narrative. A third-person update is set to launch on December 5, coinciding with the release of the film Avatar: Fire & Ash on December 19.

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June 28, 2025

I’ve spent six hours exploring the Steam Summer Sale with our Games Editor, and these are the 10 best games on discount I’d recommend so far

The Steam Summer Sale is currently ongoing, offering discounts for a limited 14-day period. Notable titles include: - Grounded: Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, priced at .99 / £17.49, currently at a 50% discount. - Cult of the Lamb: Developed by Massive Monster, priced at .49 / £9.74, currently at its lowest price. - Disco Elysium - The Final Cut: Developed by ZA/UM, priced at .99 / £3.49, currently at a 90% discount. - Cyberpunk 2077: Developed by CD Projekt Red, priced at .99 / £17.49, now at a historical low. - Little Nightmares 2: Developed by Tarsier Studios, priced at .99 / £2.49, now at a historically low price. - Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy: Developed by Vicarious Visions, priced at .99 / £3.49. - Thank Goodness You're Here!: Developed by Coal Supper, priced at .99 / £10.39, with the largest reduction yet. - Borderlands 3: Developed by Gearbox Software, priced at .99 / £2.49. - Guardians of the Galaxy: Developed by Eidos-Montreal, priced at .99 / £5.04, now at a new low price. - Dead Space: Developed by EA Motive, priced at .99 / £9.99, now at a historic low. Honorable mentions include Control Ultimate Edition, Forza Horizon 5, Elden Ring, Blasphemous, REPO, Undertale, Resident Evil 4, Stardew Valley, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Helldivers 2.

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June 19, 2025

Enhanced Splinter Cell is the best way to play this classic in 2025

Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell, released in 2002, has an unofficial mod called Enhanced Splinter Cell that revitalizes the game with quality-of-life improvements and restored content. The mod enhances lighting effects, allows customization of Sam Fisher's outfit, and incorporates dgVoodoo2 for modern compatibility. It introduces gameplay tweaks such as easier inventory access, HUD toggling, adjustable movement speed, and a new crouch mechanic. Additionally, it includes two previously cut missions, Nuclear Power Plant and Severonickel, along with updated cutscenes for the Kalinatek mission and the new missions. Enhanced Splinter Cell is recommended for players wanting to experience the classic on modern hardware.