Already a hit on PC through early access, V Rising is coming to PS5 as it enters version 1.0. This is an isometric action RPG not unlike Diablo, but instead of focusing on loot, this blood-sucking adventure emphasizes crafting and building. It’s a nice mix of genres, but it’s fair to say that the game … Read more
In 2021, GamesIndustry.biz spoke with former PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan about his hopes for the company’s future. And he gave this answer: “I would like to see a world where the games we make on PlayStation can be enjoyed by many tens of millions of people. Maybe hundreds of millions. Right now the success with … Read more
Final Fantasy 9 Remake Could Actually Happen (Square Enix) A new leak has seemingly confirmed the existence of various games, namely a new Turok and the much-rumored Final Fantasy 9 remake. While it’s been rumored for years, there’s no official word on whether a Final Fantasy 9 remake is actually in the works. The first … Read more
This article is a local version of our Working It newsletter. Subscribers can sign up here to receive the newsletter delivered every Wednesday. Explore all our newsletters here Hello and welcome to Working It. Last week I walked into a large room full of people. . . and I realized that I didn’t know anyone. … Read more
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models have an Action button instead of the Ring/Silent switch on older iPhones, and iOS 18 makes it even more useful. iOS 18 allows the Action button to be assigned to one of dozens of controls available in the new Control Center gallery, allowing the Action … Read more
This essay description is a pseudonym. My daughter is one of those children that the US surgeon general warned us about. Our nation’s children are “unwitting participants” in a “decades-long experiment.” Social media use poses mental health risks for young people, who use it “almost constantly”, causing sleep deprivation, depression and anxiety. Before sixth grade, … Read more
Fate 2 Bungie As I wrote my thoughts on the initial campaign missions about a day after Destiny 2 released its massive Final Shape expansion, I knew it wasn’t going to be my full review. There was plenty left to come including a raid, a final mission and secrets that have just been revealed as … Read more
Main points Rashford’s relationship with Ten Hag is strained, affecting his form and possible involvement with England. The striker’s decision to switch PR firms, following the direction of Sancho and Ronaldo, adds to the tension. Manchester United could consider selling Rashford to boost earnings and transfer funds, despite their preference to keep him. Manchester United … Read more
A hyper-passionate fan base. A very secretive industry. And social media algorithms that encourage people to follow their worst impulses for their 15 minutes of fame. It’s a volatile cocktailand one that can explain why a notorious explorer who went by the name Midori lied about being a Japanese woman when he was actually a … Read more