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Assassin's Creed Animus Hub Revealed [8:21 pm ET] – Share – 5 Comments
Ubisoft shares details on the Animus Hub, a new online feature which will
launch on March 20th with Assassin's Creed Shadows on
all platforms. This isn't just for the new release, word is this is "your new
home for Assassin's Creed games." It will not support titles released prior to
Assassin's Creed Origins upon launch, but it will continue to evolve, and is
said to be "just the beginning of our journey." The quick FAQ also quickly
addresses an obvious potential concern saying this is fully integrated into the
game, and there's no intention of turning this into a standalone launcher.
Here's an introductory
video and here are some details on what function it serves:
THE ANIMUS HUB IS a seamless entry point to the latest games of the Assassin's Creed franchise. When you first launch Assassin's Creed Shadows, you'll immediately be immersed in a new Animus environment, the hacked Dark Animus of Assassin's Creed's modern-day world. As you navigate the Hub, you'll be able to access a timeline of recent heroes in the franchise, additional quest lines in AC Shadows, and most importantly, you'll unlock free rewards as you progress.Continue here to read the full story.
The driving force behind the Hub has been the Animus and what it represents for the Assassin's Creed fantasy. The goal is to shine a light on the Animus itself and explore what makes it such a powerful storytelling device within our universe.
Mark of the Deep Released [8:21 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Mark of the Deep is now available for Windows on
Epic Games
Store, GOG.com,* and
Steam,
launching a pirate-themed Metroidvania and Soulslike action/adventure. The
PC Launch Trailer is
here with a look and there's a playable demo which only appears to be
on Steam.
Here's more on how to start your seafaring exploits:
A pirate ship wrecked on a mystic island, till then known only by myths n’ tales. Play as Marcus “Rookie” Ramsey and explore the eerie areas of this island surrounded by a mysterious curse in search of your missing crew: the Angry Mermaids!*Blue's News may receive a commission on sales of this item. Continue here to read the full story.
In this diversely hostile environment, you need to face a wide variety of dangers to find your lost crewmates, including abyssal monsters, undead creatures and menacing cultists. Fight against over 80 enemies and 16 bosses in challenging battles inspired by souls-like games!
On Sale [8:21 pm ET] – Share – 3 Comments
- Check out our New Year Sale 2025! - GOG.com.*
- This $10 game bundle is a great deal to support the trans community - Polygon.
*Blue's News may receive a commission on sales of this item.
Business & Finance [8:21 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
- Ex-Gearbox Publishing devs form new publisher Cooldown Games - Game Developer. Co-founded by Steve "sCary" Gibson formerly of Shacknews.
Evening Patches [8:21 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Evening Multiplex [8:21 pm ET] – Share – 1 Comment
↑ Official trailers. ↓ Content creator videos.
- Yahtzee Plays Black Mesa w/ the Devs - Second Wind. Thanks RedEye9.
Evening Consolidation [8:20 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Thanks Console General.
- Xbox Developer Direct - four promising games also coming to PlayStation - Eurogamer.net.
- Xbox Series X|S sales trailing behind Xbox One in US, while PS5 outpaces PS4 - Eurogamer.net.
- Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Gets a Physical Release on PS5 Only - IGN.
- Xbox Alpha Ring (2502.250122-2200) Update Preview Release Notes - Xbox Support.
- Xbox Alpha Skip-Ahead Ring (2502.250122-2200) Update Preview Release Notes - Xbox Support.
Evening Metaverse [8:20 pm ET] – Share – 5 Comments
- Informative & Unfortunate- How Linustechtips reveals the rot in influencer culture - Louis Rossmann (NSFW video). Thanks {PH}88fingers.
Evening Tech Bits [8:20 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Thanks Console General.
- Nvidia RTX 5090 custom GPU prices leak — the cost is what we all feared - Tom's Guide.
- Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4805 (Beta Channel) - Windows Insider Blog.
- Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3000 (Dev Channel) - Windows Insider Blog.
- StreamFab version 6.1.2.6.
- Microsoft PowerShell version 7.4.7.
Evening Safety Dance [8:20 pm ET] – Share – 1 Comment
- The top 10 brands exploited in phishing attacks - and how to protect yourself - ZDNET. It's all brands. I get helpful notifications from the tech staff at Blue's News all the time.
etc., etc. [8:20 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
- Metadox Ombra soundproof mask impressions - PC Gamer. "No one cared who I was until I put on the mask"…
Into the Black [8:20 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Last Link of the Day:
Auroras predicted over US this weekend as solar storm rips toward Earth -
LiveScience.
ENDLESS Legend 2 Announced [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 10 Comments
Following a seemingly endless wait, Amplitude Studios unveils ENDLESS Legend
2, the next installment in this 4X strategy series. Hooded Horse will be the
publisher, and the sequel has a
Steam
Listing saying it's "coming soon." It includes
this post discussing the news and a
Reveal Trailer with a
first look. There are also details on how to become an insider and help shape
the game by playing it during development. Word is: "So, if you want to
participate in this test, just
fill out the survey at
the link below, and we’ll let you know in the next few weeks if you have been
picked as one of our testers." Here's a bit on the game:
ENDLESS™ Legend 2 is a fantasy turn-based strategy game set in the ENDLESS™ Universe. Lead unique factions, dominate world-changing tidefalls, write your legend and unveil the secrets of a dreamlike ocean-planet on the verge of extinction.Continue here to read the full story.
Welcome to Saiadha, a doomed oceanic paradise full of wonders and dangers. In the heart of the award-winning ENDLESS™ Universe, explore this new planet battered by shifting seasons and monstruous tidefalls that radically transform the world, forcing you to anticipate and adapt. Explore further, face ancient perils and new threats, and unravel the unfathomable secret that lies at the planet's core.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Preorders; System Specs [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 25 Comments
Here's more from the
DOOM: The Dark Ages at Developer_Direct ‘25 Presentation from
yesterday (thanks Frans). First up
are
Preorders of the Premium Edition & Collector’s Bundles for DOOM: The Dark
Ages. Word is pre-purchasing the Premium Edition of the upcoming
first-person shooter sequel will get you some goodies, as well as two days of
Early Access to the game before its official May 15th launch.
This Slayer's Club post further discusses the
Gameplay Reveal,
saying: "Become the DOOM Slayer, the superweapon wielded by gods and kings
against the legions of Hell. Traverse dark and twisted hellscapes from the
Slayer’s past as you wield ancient and incredible power against the forces of
evil. From 30-story mechs and weapons-mounted dragons to guns that pulverize
skulls as ammunition, your journey in DOOM: The Dark Ages will be a
massive-scale action epic - and the most ambitious game from id Software to
date." Lastly, the
PC specs are here in case you need to plan some upgrades.
GeForce RTX 5090 Third-Party Reviews [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 5 Comments
A day after the Founders Edition
reviews arrived, the embargo on third-party reviews of NVIDIA GeForce RTX
5090 graphics cards seems to be up. Here are the first few evaluations of new
models from ASUS, MSI, and Palit:
- ASUS ROG GeForce RTX 5090 ASTRAL OC Gaming - Guru3D.
- ASUS GeForce RTX 5090 Astral OC Review - Astronomical Premium - TechPowerUp.
- MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Suprim Liquid SOC Review - TechPowerUp.
- MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Suprim SOC Review - TechPowerUp.
- MSI GeForce RTX 5090 SUPRIM SOC Review - Supreme Performance - TweakTown.
- MSI GeForce RTX 5090 SUPRIM SOC 32 GB GPU Review - Enter The Realm of AI-Charged Gaming - Wccftech.
- Palit GeForce RTX 5090 GameRock - Guru3D.
- Palit GeForce RTX 5090 GameRock Review - TechPowerUp.
Car Mechanic Shop Simulator Playtest [12:33 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Playtesting is now underway for Car Mechanic Shop Simulator, the latest
sim that lets you do some business the PlayWay way. The game is due soon, but
players eager to get their hands dirty can sign up for the test right now
on Steam. Here's a recent
Gameplay Trailer and
here's more on this chance to prosper as you grow your small shop one repair job
at a time:
With its deep strategic gameplay and attention to detail, Car Mechanic Shop Simulator promises to be a must-play for fans of simulation games. Whether you're fine-tuning inventory management or customizing your shop's layout, every decision you make will shape the future of your business.Continue here to read the full story.
Every Steam player can now try the upcoming demo version on Steam via Playetst - join them today to be the first to try the upcoming game and have an impact on the game development.
Vampire Dynasty Renamed Vampires: Bloodlord Rising [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 1 Comment
Toplitz Productions and Mehuman Games announce Vampires: Bloodlord Rising
is the new title for the game formerly called Vampire Dynasty that was
announced in 2023. This branding reboot
comes with an overhaul to the game's core concept, saying this involves a
redesign of the main protagonist and new character-driven choices,
castle-building, and management of your vampire subjects. The new name is now
reflected on the
Steam Listing and a new
Dragos Gameplay Trailer
has more on what's changing. The included details suggest much of this is
cosmetic:
The progress the game made in all areas since its last public showing is mostly noticeable with the updated look of Dragos, the game’s main vampire protagonist who gets a more virile and haunting appearance, including a complete overhaul to his attire. Gone are the long flowing locks and beard, now replaced with a more chiseled clean cut design to show off his fearsome features.Continue here to read the full story.
Vampires: Bloodlord Rising has in recent months made visual improvements to various materials and textures including the building elements that players will utilize to build their own custom Vampire castle. An improved lighting system to the entire game has been introduced along with a totally overhauled onscreen UI system. Level appearance has also undergone visual improvements including even the smaller details such as the appearance of grass, water and even fog behavior, all benefiting from upgraded visuals.
Issues & Activism [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 10 Comments
- Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2 Devs Won’t Say Whether They’ll Ban Elon Musk for Account Boosting - IGN. It's not like he'd have any way to retaliate.
- Sony quietly region-locks another PC port that doesn't need a PSN account - Eurogamer.net.
Game Crossovers [12:33 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Morning Patches [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 1 Comment
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Patch 5 Release Notes.
- Palworld - Update v0.4.14: Spring Festival skins! Balance adjustments and bug fixes.
↑ Official patches. ↓ Unofficial games, patches, and mods.
Danger Zone [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 1 Comment
- Atari Warns the Public that the RealPongCoin is Not Affiliated with Atari. Even scammier than your typical meme coin.
- Final Fantasy 14 Fans Want Action On Controversial Stalking Mod - Kotaku.
Virtual Reality Check [12:33 pm ET] – Share – 1 Comment
Morning Multiplex [12:33 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
- The Bench - Official Reveal Teaser Trailer. An old man in the park simulator hits a little too close to home.
↑ Official trailers. ↓ Content creator videos.
Morning Consolidation [12:33 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Morning Mobilization [12:33 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
- Samsung just solved the tri-fold naming problem, and I, for one, am relieved - TechRadar. This changes everything.
Morning Metaverse [12:33 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
- Dating Apps Promise to Remain a Rare Haven Following Trump’s Executive Order - WIRED (may require registration or subscription).
- Clampdown on fake Google reviews announced - BBC. 17 years of BS down the tubes?
Morning Tech Bits [12:32 pm ET] – Share – 6 Comments
- The Trump Cryptonaissance Is Here - WIRED (may require registration or subscription).
- 'A mockery'- Trump's new meme-coin sparks anger in crypto world - BBC.
- NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 Starts To See -Scalper Listings- Surface Up; Prices Going As High As $7,000 - Wccftech.
- Logitech and iFixit team up in repairability collab to make your mice, keyboards and headphones last longer - PC Gamer.
- I created over a dozen personal apps using AI in 60 days, here's what I learned - Tom's Guide. Thanks Neutronbeam.
- Seagate Exos M 36TB HDDs Announced - StorageReview.com. Thanks Ant.
- LG Electronics takes majority stake in Bear Robotics, reportedly valuing startup at $600M - TechCrunch.
- FreeFileSync version 14.0. Thanks Ant.
- Evernote version 10.123.8. Thanks Console General.
AI Yi-Yi! [12:32 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Morning Safety Dance [12:32 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
- Backdoor infecting VPNs used “magic packets” for stealth and security - Ars Technica.
- DOGE Will Allow Elon Musk to Surveil the US Government From the Inside - WIRED (may require registration or subscription).
Game Reviews [12:32 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
Hardware Reviews [12:32 pm ET] – Share – Post a Comment
- Keyboard: MechLands Vibe75 Review - APH Networks.
Out of the Blue [12:32 pm ET] – Share – 24 Comments
Australian Lamb TV ad -
one of the funniest ads you will see - Beloved Brands (thanks Console
General). Okay, the hype is real, that's very funny and insightful. I'm not sure
it is for broadcast with an over three minute run-tine, but whatever the intent,
it's a 10 out of 10. Chef's kiss. Also, happy National Peanut Butter Day! I just
learned about the occasion myself, so I thought I'd spread the news.
Obituary: Nippon Ichi Software president Tetsuhisa Seko dies at age 54 - Gematsu.
Obituary: Nippon Ichi Software president Tetsuhisa Seko dies at age 54 - Gematsu.
Smooth or Chunky Round-up
Thanks Ant, Neutronbeam, and Max.Stories
Thanks RedEye9.
- China’s EV growth: How a bet made decades ago is paying off big - CNN.
- George R.R. Martin has co-authored a physics paper - Ars Technica. It's good to keep busy.
- Drip Coffee vs. Espresso: Which Brewed Dose of Coffee Beans Is More Potent - CNET. Randomly switches between per ounce and per cup measures.
Science
Media
- Back to the Future Part II Pitch Meeting.
- Holy Musical B@man! [FULL SHOW]. Holy crap!
- Astronaut fart science - ASTRO ALEXANDRA. Thanks VideoSift via Ant.
Creature Features
Thanks Kxmode.
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