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AI is all the rage these days, and it seems that Microsoft is adding its take on the technology to some of its Xbox and PC games. At the company's recent Surface and AI event, it showed off its new Copilot AI, which is Microsoft's unique twist on what we've seen from big tech firms like OpenAI (ChatGPT) and Google (Gemini).
Coming Soon: Copilot ???? Minecraft pic.twitter.com/yncla0gCG9
— Microsoft Copilot (@MSFTCopilot) May 20, 2024Over on X/Twitter, Microsoft posted a demo video...
The excellent X-Men '97 on Disney+ has revitalized interest in the beloved X-Men: The Animated Series, which served as many fans' introduction to Marvel's superhero team some 30 years ago. While the waiting game for more X-Men '97 has begun now that the first season is over, you can still tap into the Animated Series' stories with X-Men: The Animated Series - The Adaptations Omnibus. The collection brings the animated series full-circle by adapting the show back into comics.
The 1,008-page...
Select Samsung products are on sale during the company's week-long Discover Samsung Sales event, which kicked off today and runs through May 26. The online deals cover everything from TVs, smartphones, and PC monitors to microwaves, refrigerators, and more. Some notable price cuts include the 85-inch QE1C QLED 4K smart TV for $1,500 (normally $2,800), and the 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 curved monitor for 1,200 (was $1,800). There are also special promo offers like bonus trade-in savings on...
Activision will offer a free trial for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III just one day after the launch of Season 4. The trial will take place from May 30 to June 3.
Those who participate in the five-day trial will have access to both the Multiplayer and Zombies modes. A Call of Duty blog post explains that the reasoning behind the free trial is to expose as many players as possible to the new season.
Season 4 is set to introduce a new wave of content for players to enjoy, such as a new battle...
Even before the Disney and Fox deal closed, Disney CEO Bob Iger indicated the studio's willingness to make Deadpool 3 with an R-rating in 2017. During the intervening years, Marvel Studios' Kevin Feige often reiterated his intent to make sure Deadpool 3 had the same R-rating that its predecessors had. But that doesn't mean Deadpool and Wolverine's Ryan Reynolds wasn't shocked when Disney and Marvel actually went through with it.
"I hope it doesn't sound condescending, I'm really proud of...
Fanatical is running another Bundlefest this week, with new budget-friendly game bundles going live each day through Friday, May 24. The event kicked off with two great bundles, giving you an affordable way to add tons of games to your Steam library without dropping too much cash.
Along with game bundles, you can save an extra 20% on select learning bundles when using promo code LEARNFEST20. Eligible bundles include items like the Build Your Own Digital Coloring Artbook Bundle 3 and a variety...
The tactical sci-fi franchise, BattleTech, is turning 40 this year, and it's celebrating by launching a new edition of the original board game. Since its debut in 1984, the BattleTech franchise has branched out to video games, novels, TV, and more, but the series started as a tabletop board game dubbed BattleTech: A Game of Armored Combat. As such, BattleTech's 40th Anniversary Edition will be worth checking out whether you're a longtime fan who wants to commemorate the occasion or a...
The classic board game Talisman: The Magical Quest Game is making a long-overdue comeback in a few short months. The 5th edition of the fantasy dungeon crawler is manufactured by Avalon Hill, a Hasbro-owned board game developer responsible for hits such as Betrayal at House on the Hill and HeroQuest. The most recent edition of Talisman is no longer in print, and finding a complete set for retail price hasn't been easy. That changes on August 1, and you can already secure your preorder of...
Season 4 of Modern Warfare 3, Warzone, and Warzone Mobile arrives on May 29, and Activision has revealed the full roadmap of content, with highlights that include new weapons to unlock, more MP maps, and a Gundam crossover.
Table of Contents [hide]Season 4 weapons and operatorsSeason 4 weapons and operatorsFour new weapons arrive with Season 4. The Superi 46 submachine gun and Kar98k marksman rifle will be available to unlock in the free tiers of the battle pass, while the Reclaimer 18...
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is on sale for its best price of the year. Three-month subscription codes are available for $35 at Target (down from $50), while one-month codes are discounted to $11.89. Target's deal beats out Woot's $37 offer for three months and $13 one-month deal that went live earlier this month. Woot's deal initially sold out within days, but it's available again in case Target's deal disappears. Target doesn't list a purchase limit, so you should be able to buy as many codes...
Stellar Blade developer Shift Up is currently considering a PC port of the game, as well as a sequel.
According to a public offering filing on the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (translated by Gematsu), Shift Up mentions the potential of AAA console games like God of War and Final Fantasy. The developer says that these AAA games can evolve into franchises through a series of high-quality sequels, and as a result, are exploring the possibility of porting Stellar Blade to PC and exploring a...
The Pokemon Company is giving away another freebie for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. For a limited time, players can claim a free Quaxly in their game via Mystery Gift.
This particular Quaxly is based on the one owned by Dot, one of the main characters in the new Pokemon Horizons anime series. It comes with a Partner Ribbon that, when assigned, bestows Quaxly with a special title when it enters a battle.
To claim the free Pokemon, fire up your copy of Pokemon Scarlet or Violet and follow the...
On May 25, 1977 the original Star Wars premiered in theaters, and John Williams' iconic score for the movie was instantly unforgettable. This week marks the 47th anniversary of Star Wars and Williams' original music for the franchise. Lucasfilm recently asked Williams if Amandla Stenberg, the star of the upcoming Star Wars series, The Acolyte, could perform his Star Wars theme on her violin. As related in the video below, Williams not only said yes, he wrote a new solo arrangement of his...
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Best Buy has a fantastic deal on the Asus ROG 65W Charger Dock right now. Stock has already sold out once today, but now it's back up for grabs for only $30 (was $65). What makes the Charger Dock so enticing is that it doubles as both an AC power brick and "dock" thanks to the HDMI adapter and USB 2.0 port.
Asus ROG 65W Charger Dock ...Mondo has announced a new set of collectibles, and for anyone who grew up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, these figures will be a nostalgic blast from the past. As part of the Soft Vinyl line, TMNT fans can pick up Leonardo and Donatello figures with vibrant colors, signature accessories, and enough articulation to strike a memorable pose.
These figures are inspired by both the classic TMNT toys that rolled out alongside the original animated series--and have been re-released numerous...
The Chinese Room has developed a reputation for thought-provoking, emotional narratives thanks to games like Dear Esther and Everybody's Gone To The Rapture. Its next endeavor, Still Wakes The Deep, launches next month, and we have an exclusive new trailer that gives a behind-the-scenes look at how the team has crafted its next story.
The minidoc features interviews with lead designer Rob McLachlan and creative director John McCormick, who speak about the characters and setting of the game,...
Japan has been a dream destination for Assassin's Creed fans, and at long last, Ubisoft is booking a trip to the east in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Originally revealed under the working title of Codename Red, Assassin's Creed Shadows sticks to the open-world formula of previous games in the series while focusing on two key characters in its story. Players will experience the history of feudal Japan as Yasuke and Naoe, two protagonists who have their own unique methods for taking down...
In 2011, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 concluded Infinity Ward's original Modern Warfare trilogy, with Captain Price emerging victorious over the terrorist Vladimir Makarov after a dramatic helicopter crash and rooftop battle. But a newly surfaced post-credits scene allegedly cut from the final product completely recontextualizes the ending to one of the greatest FPS trilogies of all time.
The cut scene is similar to the ending seen in the original game, but takes what is a clear victory in...