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fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 Patch Notes Show How NetEase Is Cracking Down On Leavers

Marvel Rivals' Season 3.5 introduces stricter penalties for players who disconnect or go AFK during matches, including longer temporary bans from competitive play.
Video games
fromTennis.com
1 week ago

Novak Djokovic won't play between Wimbledon and US Open with Cincinnati Open withdrawal | Tennis.com

Reaching Grand Slam semifinals has been physically challenging due to age and competition.
fromBustle
2 weeks ago

For Breanna Stewart, "Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good" Is No Joke

"Better travel helps in a number of ways. Even the ability to leave after the game and get from one city to the next, so then you can wake up in a bed and not have to be rushed to get to the city where you're playing next."
New York City
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Ubisoft Claims Its Microtransactions Make Games "More Fun"

Ubisoft remains committed to microtransactions, believing they enhance game enjoyment despite prior criticism from players and press.
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Here's How To Make Donkey Kong Bananza's Jump Feel Normal

In Donkey Kong Bananza for the Nintendo Switch 2, the jump button has been mapped to the A button instead of the traditional B button, creating discomfort for longtime fans.
Video games
#gaming
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Hideo Kojima Has An Idea For A 'Forgetting Game' But Everyone Over The Age Of 30 Is Already Living It

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Video games

Could We Be About To Enter A Skippable Boss Fight Utopia?

The introduction of boss skip options in games signals a shift towards accommodating diverse player experiences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Video games

Atomfall might have been an apocalyptic classic if it wasn't for all the walking | Dominik Diamond

Fast travel enhances gaming experiences by eliminating repetitive travel, making it an essential feature for player enjoyment.
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Hideo Kojima Has An Idea For A 'Forgetting Game' But Everyone Over The Age Of 30 Is Already Living It

fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

How To Take Advantage Of Destiny 2's New Activity Customization System

The Portal introduces a new interface for selecting and customizing activities in Destiny 2, categorizing them based on different player styles and sizes.
Video games
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

'Bitter' Cilic questions 11 a.m. start at Wimbledon

I don't like to speak about the conditions. OK, I lost and everything. I have to accept it. But I feel bitter because why is there a need to play at 11?
Washington Nationals
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Anger Foot is just funny enough to distract you from how challenging it is

Anger Foot is a tremendously difficult action romp that navigates through cartoonish aesthetics and over-the-top presentations, emphasizing the humor found in player failures.
Video games
Mobile UX
fromInverse
1 month ago

'Persona 5's Latest Game Has One Major Flaw

Gacha games lead to regret due to predatory monetization and lack of meaningful experiences.
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Mario Kart World's hated change shows Nintendo still doesn't get online games

Nintendo has an opportunity to redefine its narrative with the Switch 2, especially after the commercial success represented by record-breaking sales and widespread engagement with titles like Mario Kart.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

These Hidden Button Shortcuts Make Monster Hunter Wilds A Lot More Convenient

Completing a hunt will always end with a fixed-camera cutscene of the monster dying or falling asleep while getting captured. It's a satisfying sight after a tough fight, but they're not always ideal for carving parts from a monster or gathering materials from the environment.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ellis Genge? You go from despising people to having coffee': Dan Sheehan on Lions magic

The British & Irish Lions tour fosters unexpected bonds among players who were previously rivals.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Diablo 4's New Reliquary Battle Pass System Is Even Worse Than Players Originally Thought

The recently introduced Reliquary battle pass system in Diablo 4 has been met with backlash due to its confusing structure and perceived lack of rewards.
Video games
Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

MindsEye team deploys first hotfix as they scramble to make the dang thing work

The launch of MindsEye by Build a Rocket Boy has faced significant issues, prompting developer hotfixes and player refunds.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Meet Mario Kart World's Biggest Bastard

Lakitu, now a playable character in Mario Kart World, has become overly aggressive and punitive toward players exploring the tracks.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'International football gives belief you belong in Premier League'

Stuart Dallas emphasizes the challenges and pressures of transitioning from the Championship to the Premier League, drawing from personal and shared experiences.
fromInverse
2 months ago

'Herdling's' New Steam Demo Teases The Danger Hidden Within Its Satisfying Animal Puzzles

Unlike typical games where players depend on vehicles, Herdling distinguishes itself by placing the player in the role of caretaker, guiding a herd of whimsical Calicorns.
Video games
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

F1 25 review -- A familiar package with a shining, compelling story mode

Braking Point offers a divisive yet engaging story mode in EA Sports' F1 series, appealing mainly to new players and critics.
UX design
fromuxdesign.cc
2 months ago

Why is everyone on the team a UXer? Layers of player experience

Player experience is central to game design, with every team member contributing to UX.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Marvel Rivals Is Letting Players Manipulate Ranked Mode And They're Not Happy

Chrono Shield Cards may undermine competitive integrity by allowing players to avoid rank loss after defeats.
Video games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Square Enix kills Kingdom Hearts game Missing Link as part of 'quantity to quality' shift

KINGDOM HEARTS Missing-Link has been canceled due to concerns over long-term player satisfaction.
#forza-horizon-5
fromKotaku
3 months ago
Video games

Turn Off Car Damage In Forza Horizon 5 So You Can Race Around Like The Maniac You Are

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Video games

Turn Off Car Damage In Forza Horizon 5 So You Can Race Around Like The Maniac You Are

Poker
fromCardplayer
3 months ago

Irish Open Breaks Records, But It's Time To Rethink The Payouts

The Irish Open remains a top poker event but needs to address payout distribution issues to better reward players.
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Altered TCG's wild new print-on-demand service is a game changer

Altered introduces a unique 'print on demand' feature, revolutionizing the trading card game experience by allowing players to order specific cards.
fromAmazon Web Services
3 months ago

How Habby enhanced resiliency and system robustness using Valkey GLIDE and Amazon ElastiCache | Amazon Web Services

Our gaming studio offers robust chat functionality to enhance player interactions, including unicasting, broadcasting, and multicasting. However, we faced challenges with connection stability.
Online Community Development
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Steam Just Made It Easier For Devs To Promote Their Games' Accessibility Features

Steam is enhancing game accessibility by introducing a questionnaire for developers to highlight features, making them easier for players to find.
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Marvel Rivals' Latest Portal Exploit Is In Dire Need Of A Quick Patch

Doctor Strange's portal ability is being exploited to trap players in unintended areas of the game.
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