A new video game-inspired film is looking towards the 1970s for its roots, with Apple TV producing a movie based on The Oregon Trail. This upcoming production will be helmed by the creative minds behind “Blades of Glory” and “Office Christmas Party.
For some time now, Bungie has been fairly quiet regarding their forthcoming Marathon remake, which was initially announced more than a year ago. Despite this silence, we’ve yet to uncover many details about the upcoming extraction shooter. However, Bungie recently released a video update to discuss the game’s progress and future development milestones.
In 2024 earlier in the year, we discovered a place called Starr Toon Studios. Here, combatants transformed into animated versions of themselves, unlike any we had seen before. The season featured an array of distinctive skins, such as Pinku Pawlette, inspired by anime, and Final Boss Rico, resembling Cuphead. The variety of cosmetics in this season was certainly not lacking.
It’s time for a new iMac update, and that’s exactly what Apple is doing this week. The tech giant has unveiled the latest model of their desktop computer, sporting the newest M4 chip from Apple Silicon. This upgrade delivers more power and better efficiency. Additionally, it is compatible with Apple Intelligence AI tools. The new iMac will be available in November, starting at $1,299 USD.
In the ESL Challenger Katowice final, SAW secured the championship with a decisive 2-0 win against team B8.
As a devoted player, I wanted to share some news that’s got me feeling a little nostalgic. On November 29th, the free-to-play version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp will bid farewell and make way for its complete iteration. It’s been a wonderful journey, but it’s time to move on and see what’s next in this beloved series!
Just as many Life is Strange enthusiasts, the announcement that Deck Nine Games’ newest installment, Double Exposure, would bring back Max Caulfield, the original protagonist, piqued my interest. Stepping once more into this universe to follow Max on her new journey filled me with joy. Yet, my enjoyment of Life is Strange: Double Exposure was dampened by technical glitches and questionable design decisions.
During the ongoing closed beta testing, Valve has been making significant adjustments to Deadlock, which is worth noting. This week, the game saw improvements in characters such as Shiv, Seven, and Bebop, making them more formidable. On the other hand, McGinnis and Grey Talon underwent a blend of changes. Surprisingly, characters like Mirage, Viscous, and Lash were not altered at all in this update.
Adol Christian is a truly exceptional individual. It seems that whenever he boards a ship, disaster – whether it’s a crash, sinking, attack, or a combination of these – follows close behind. Despite this, his passion for exploration never waivers. Similarly, the Ys X: Nordics game, part of Falcom’s long-running Ys series, introduces significant changes to its narrative and structural framework. While these innovations are admirable or intriguing in concept, they often fall short, resulting in a game that is sound but seems somewhat lacking in that special something that makes it truly stand out.
For several decades, the Alien series has been transformed into video games, with varying levels of achievement. The games typically fit into two main categories: either replicating the chilling ambiance of the initial film or veering towards the action-packed style of the Colonial Marines. Now, developer Survios aims to blend aspects from both worlds as they introduce Alien to virtual reality for the first time with the upcoming Alien: Rogue Incursion. Shacknews recently got a sneak peek at this innovative gameplay.