Games

Dad’s New 20TB HDD Wasn’t What It Seemed

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It turns out that the advice ‘Think big’ can also be applied to fraudsters, as evidenced by a recent post on Reddit about a new hard drive scam. In this instance, the counterfeit item isn’t just a 1TB drive, but an impressive 20TB one. The trick used is the same one employed before. A Reddit user named The__Unflushable received what appeared to be a broken hard drive from his father and decided to investigate further. Upon opening the drive, he immediately noticed something was amiss. Instead of a genuine hard drive, a USB stick was found inside the plastic casing, with 12 metal weights glued in place to conceal the scam.

Gaming News: Monster Hunter Wilds Graphics Under Fire – Are We Seeing a Downward Trend?

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One significant concern that gamers have pointed out is the perceived decrease in graphical quality from Monster Hunter Wilds compared to earlier versions. User Zhiyi aptly summarizes the common sentiment: “Why are we enhancing visual elements but dealing with poorer optimization and graphics that seem inferior to games from 5-6 years ago?” This sentiment reflects gamers’ expectations that technological advancements in gaming hardware would lead to substantial improvements in graphical quality. Finding visuals underwhelming isn’t just a letdown; it feels like a breach of trust in the brand. The stunning vistas and vivid monster designs from Monster Hunter World have set high standards, and according to various comments, Wilds appears to have fallen short of those expectations.

Gaming in 2025: Fewer Players Opening Their Wallets

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2025 is anticipated to see a notable change in the pattern of game purchases within the gaming industry, with around 30% of gamers predicted not to buy any new games. This transformation largely stems from the rise of live-service games that have become popular and consume most of players’ time. Games such as Fortnite, GTA Online, and Roblox currently account for about 40% of all gaming hours spent by players. Consequently, there is less demand for new, standalone releases, with fewer gamers showing a willingness to regularly purchase new titles.

Best Strength Perks In KCD2

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This stat primarily influences the handling of weapons, the damage output of both armed and unarmed melee attacks, as well as expanding your load capacity, while also impacting stamina drain when wearing heavy armor. Given its significance in facilitating combat, it’s crucial to remember a few key perks associated with it.

Bloober Team is working on another Konami game

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Konami and the Bloober Team have jointly announced their collaboration on a new venture. The Bloober Team is tasked with creating a game based on one of Konami’s established intellectual properties. However, it remains undecided whether this project will be another installment in the Silent Hill series or something fresh and unexpected.

Monster Hunter Wilds Day 1 Patch Drops – It’s Huge and Full of Surprises!

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As a thrilled Monster Hunter World: Iceborne enthusiast, I’m excited to share that the Day 1 patch for my cherished game has just dropped, exclusively for PlayStation 5 at this moment. To avoid any potential delays on release day, it’s wise to kick off the download right away if you’ve preloaded the game. Otherwise, be prepared to possibly wait a bit longer!

How Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Proves DEI Haters Wrong

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Despite garnering much anticipation, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 didn’t escape its own share of disputes. The most significant controversy, as some argue, arose from accusations that KCD2 was insensitive towards Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, or ‘woke.’ This debate sparked when a sneak peek of the game revealed a black character and same-sex romance. Some netizens reacted fiercely, criticizing the developers and the game viciously online. Others declared they wouldn’t support or engage with it.

Two Point Museum review: The silly side of archaeological administration

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In the Two Point Museum’s game, you assume control of neglected or underutilized museums in various counties, helping to revive their popularity. The initial museum offers a prehistoric, fossil-focused theme and provides guidance on attracting visitors. This serves as an introduction to managing more dilapidated museums with different aesthetics and associated mechanics. There are numerous such museums available, and once you’ve mastered them, you can play them directly in the Sandbox Mode without progressing through the campaign first.