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April 3, 2025

Epic Games Store Has 86-Rated RPG for Free

The Epic Games Store is offering Cat Quest II as a free game for PC users this week. Once claimed, the game is permanently available to players with an Epic Games Store account. Cat Quest II, developed by The Gentlebros and published by Kepler Interactive, is an action-RPG that follows the story of two kings in a world of cats and dogs amidst a war. The game has received positive reviews, with Metacritic ratings between 80 and 86, a 4.7 out of 5 stars on the Epic Games Store, and an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating on Steam. Gameplay lasts between 7 to 12 hours, depending on the player's style and goals.

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April 2, 2025

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in April

The PC gaming landscape remains active in April, with notable releases scheduled. Key titles include: - April 1: Koira - Cute puppy adventure - April 2: Bugaboo Pocket - Entomology life-sim - April 3: Sand - Extraction shooter with giant walkers - April 8: South of Midnight - Action-adventure southern folktale - April 8: Burden of Command - Tactical leadership RPG - April 9: Descenders Next - Downhill snowboarding - April 9: Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days (early access) - April 10: Crashlands 2 - Open world crafting RPG - April 10: Hollywood Animal - Hollywood studio management - April 10: Steel Seed - Sci-fi stealth action adventure - April 10: The Talos Principle: Reawakened - Unreal 5 remake - April 10: Monaco 2 - Co-op heist sequel - April 14: Repose - Black and white adventure - April 14: Stygian: Outer Gods - Survival horror RPG - April 17: Mandragora - Side-scrolling, dark fantasy RPG - April 17: Phantom Breaker - Pixel art beat'em up - April 17: Tempopo - Rhythmic garden puzzler - April 18: Lunar Remastered Collection - '90s RPG classics - April 22: War Rats: The Rat em Up - April 23: Sunderfolk - Couch co-op RPG - April 23: The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy - April 24: Detective Dotson - Crime-solving as a Bollywood hopeful - April 24: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves - April 24: Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero - April 28: Badlands Crew - Offroad battles Additionally, various gaming events are scheduled throughout the month.

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March 31, 2025

Jason Momoa talks Minecraft movie mayhem, 5 all-time metal tracks, and a Dune 3 return

Jason Momoa stars in the upcoming film A Minecraft Movie, directed by Jared Hess. The film is an adaptation of the popular video game, which has sold over 300 million copies and has a monthly player base of more than 170 million. Momoa plays Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison, a former video game champion navigating the Minecraft “Overworld.” He describes the filming experience as fun and different from his usual roles, emphasizing the creative freedom he had on set. The character's heavy metal look reflects Momoa's personal style and love for retro gaming. A Minecraft Movie is set to be released in cinemas in the UK and Ireland on April 4th.

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March 31, 2025

Jason Momoa, Jack Black reflect on the need of ‘Minecraft’ movie

Actors Jason Momoa and Jack Black are promoting their upcoming film, Minecraft, which will be released in theaters on April 4. Directed by Jared Hess, the film is an adventure comedy inspired by the popular video game. Both actors believe the film conveys a timely message of positivity and creativity amidst negativity in the world. Jack Black emphasized the importance of unity and friendship in the film, stating it contains themes of love and creativity, despite also addressing anger and violence. Momoa expressed the need for audiences to escape into a whimsical adventure filled with laughter. The film aims to inspire community and positivity among viewers.

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March 30, 2025

Blades of Fire just showed off its first five minutes of gameplay, and I think it might be channelling God of War too heavily

MercurySteam announced its new action RPG, Blades of Fire, which is a spiritual successor to Severance: Blade of Darkness. The game features protagonist Aran de Lira, who navigates a woodland landscape and engages in combat with goblin-like creatures and undead foes. The gameplay showcase highlighted similarities to God of War in combat mechanics, aesthetic choices, and environmental design, raising concerns about the game's originality compared to its predecessor. The original Severance was known for its darker tone, while the new footage lacks this ambiance. MercurySteam's creative direction may aim to attract a broader audience familiar with modern titles. Blades of Fire is set to release on May 22.

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March 29, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for Mar. 28: Epic Games Store Spring Sale

The Epic Games Store Spring Sale features significant discounts on popular titles like the Deluxe Edition of Alan Wake 2, Until Dawn, and God of War Ragnarok. Other platforms, including GOG.com and Green Man Gaming, are also running Spring Sales. Steam's early access launch of Wreckfest 2 has a notable discount, and the Steam City Builder & Colony Sim Fest is ongoing. Call of Duty fans can find deals on Battle.net for Black Ops 6. Fanatical offers a Capcom Bundle where gamers can choose titles like The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles and Resident Evil 2 at various pricing options. Green Man Gaming provides a 15% discount on any PC game with the coupon code MAR15. Humble Choice is available for .99 per month, featuring games like Pacific Drive and Homeworld 3, with various pricing tiers for more games that activate on Steam.

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March 27, 2025

Pentagon issued Signal warning before Trump war group chat leak: Report

Pentagon officials issued a warning about the Signal messaging application after The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg was inadvertently included in a group chat with high-ranking Trump administration officials discussing sensitive military strategies, including potential airstrikes in Yemen. An email disclosed a "vulnerability" in Signal, stating that the app is a target for Russian hacking groups that exploit its "linked devices" feature to monitor conversations. The email advised against using Signal for storing nonpublic unclassified information, although it can be used for "unclassified accountability/recall exercises." President Trump and Senators Mark Warner and Angus King commented on the situation, with concerns raised about the potential risks to national security. The administration is reviewing the incident, but no officials have indicated plans to resign.

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March 27, 2025

Which is the most secure messaging app? Expert weighs in after U.S. war plan leak blunder

A significant intelligence breach occurred when Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was inadvertently added to a sensitive Signal group chat that included discussions about U.S. military operations targeting Houthi rebels in Yemen, involving Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer described it as "one of the most stunning breaches of military intelligence." Experts emphasized that the breach resulted from human error, not flaws in encryption technology. Signal is considered the gold standard for secure messaging due to its end-to-end encryption and lack of metadata collection. Other platforms like iMessage and WhatsApp have varying levels of security, with iMessage requiring both parties to use Apple devices for full protection, and WhatsApp collecting metadata. Telegram does not enable end-to-end encryption by default for standard messages. The incident highlights that even the most secure messaging applications cannot prevent breaches caused by human oversight.

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March 27, 2025

The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans

On March 15, news emerged about U.S. military strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, which had been hinted at through discussions in a Signal group involving senior officials, including the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of State. The group, titled “Houthi PC small group,” discussed operational details of the strikes, raising concerns about the appropriateness of using an encrypted messaging app for sensitive military discussions. On March 14, participants debated the risks and benefits of the action, including its impact on global trade and oil prices. Just before the strikes, a message outlined the operational plan, leading to celebratory reactions after the attacks began. A National Security Council spokesperson confirmed the authenticity of the group and acknowledged a journalist's unintended inclusion. Legal experts noted that discussing classified information on Signal could violate the Espionage Act and federal records laws, raising issues about the credibility of U.S. national security communications.

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March 27, 2025

What Is Signal, the App Used by Trump Staff, and Is It Safe?

The Trump administration is under scrutiny for officials using the messaging app Signal for discussions about sensitive military operations, revealed in an article by Jeffrey Goldberg on March 24. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and others discussed military actions in Yemen via Signal, despite prior warnings from the U.S. government against using such applications for official communications. Democratic lawmakers, including Senator Chuck Schumer, are calling for an investigation into potential national security breaches. Signal, launched in 2014, emphasizes privacy through end-to-end encryption and has gained popularity among activists. However, its use in government contexts is contentious, with previous reprimands for non-compliance with federal record preservation requirements. Concerns have been raised about sharing sensitive information on Signal, although intelligence officials stated that no classified information was exchanged in the Trump officials' conversations. The Pentagon has warned military personnel about using Signal due to risks from Russian hackers, and experts suggest that government-specific communication tools would provide a higher level of security.