Video Game News & Reviews from hardcore gamers.
CD PROJEKT RED, in collaboration with Virtuos, has released a significant free update for Cyberpunk 2077, labeled Update 2.2. This update brings a host of improvements, including new character customization options, enhanced Photo Mode functionality, and various gameplay refinements. Available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, this update is a testament to CD PROJEKT RED’s continued commitment to improving and expanding the Cyberpunk 2077 experience.
A New Frontier in Solo Storytelling
Space. The final frontier. But what if that frontier was explored not through twitch reflexes and joystick mastery, but through the careful curation of a deck of cards? Enter Starforged, a solo (and cooperative) game that blends the vastness of space exploration with the strategic depth of deckbuilding.
As an avid fan of both space games and deckbuilders, I was immediately drawn to Starforged’s unique premise. This isn’t just about blasting asteroids or dogfighting with alien raiders (though those elements certainly exist!). It’s about forging your own path through a procedurally generated galaxy, making tough choices, and shaping your own narrative.
A comprehensive look at Intel’s recent announcement and what it means for the company, the semiconductor industry, and the US economy.
On November 26, 2024, Intel and the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce will award the company up to $7.86 billion in direct funding for its commercial semiconductor manufacturing projects under the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act. This1 award will support Intel’s previously announced plans to advance critical semiconductor manufacturing and advanced packaging projects at its sites in Arizona, New Mexico, Ohio, and2 Oregon. Intel also plans to claim the U.S. Treasury Department’s Investment Tax Credit, which is expected to be up to 25% of qualified investments exceeding $100 billion.
This announcement demonstrates the U.S. government’s confidence in Intel’s vital role in building a resilient, trusted semiconductor supply chain on American soil. Since the passage of the CHIPS and Science Act over two years ago, Intel has announced plans to invest more than $100 billion in the U.S. to expand chipmaking and advanced packaging capacity and capabilities critical to economic and national security. These historic investments will support tens of thousands of jobs, strengthen U.S. supply chains, foster U.S.-based R&D, and help ensure American leadership in cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing and technology capabilities.
Over the past week, I’ve had the opportunity to try out several products from Yale, a leading provider of home security solutions. The products I used were:
The key advantage of the Yale system is the seamless connectivity between all the products. You can view a live feed from all cameras in one app, and receive real-time notifications for any motion detected or when the doorbell rings.
But here’s the best part: You can unlock your front door with a single tap in the app, while simultaneously watching a live feed from the camera!
Developed by Kissaki Studios in collaboration with Richard Garfield (creator of Magic: The Gathering), Mindbug Online brings a fresh and innovative approach to the digital card game genre. Launching today at 2 PM CET on iOS, Android, and Steam, Mindbug promises intense duels where every decision counts.
A Special Review After Two Months of Use: The robot vacuum market in Israel is fiercely competitive, with new and advanced models arriving constantly. But after two months of intensive use of the Ecovacs Deebot X5 Pro Omni, I can confidently declare: this is the best robot vacuum I have encountered so far.
The Ecovacs Deebot X5 Pro Omni is a premium robot vacuum and mop combo from Ecovacs, marketed in Israel by Ronlight. It comes with a comprehensive set of advanced features designed to provide a completely automated, hands-free cleaning experience.
CD Projekt Red brings Night City to Apple Silicon
Oct 31st, 2024 – In a surprise announcement, CD Projekt Red revealed that Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is coming to Macs with Apple silicon. This includes the new iMac, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro powered by the M4 family of chips. The game will be optimized to take full advantage of Apple’s Metal graphics API, promising impressive performance and stunning visuals.
Cologne, Germany – Remember that awesome zombie-slaying, inventory-juggling roguelite I stumbled upon at Gamescom 2024? Well, get ready to hit the road again because Pixelsplit just launched the second public playtest for Deadly Days: Roadtrip, and it’s jam-packed with new features, improvements, and enough zombie guts to paint the highway red.
For those who missed the memo, Deadly Days: Roadtrip throws you into the driver’s seat of a zombie apocalypse road trip. Imagine a chaotic blend of reverse bullet hell and Tetris, where you’re dodging hordes of undead while frantically managing an inventory bursting with bizarre weapons and items.
Shokz has been making waves in the audio world with their unique open-ear technology, and the OpenFit Air are their latest and most accessible offering yet. These earbuds ditch the bone conduction of their predecessors for a more traditional air conduction approach, but keep the signature open-ear design that lets you enjoy your music while staying aware of your surroundings. But do they live up to the hype? Let’s dive in.
As Intel’s guest in Berlin this past September, I got a first look at the future of computing. There, within the walls of the company’s main launch event for Lunar Lake, the new Intel Core Ultra 200S processor series was revealed to me – a significant leap forward that will change the game for gamers, content creators, and tech enthusiasts worldwide.
These new processors, developed in part in Israel, offer an unprecedented combination of performance, energy efficiency, and advanced AI capabilities. Leading the pack is the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, a powerful flagship processor with 24 cores, promising to break new records and set a new standard for desktop PC performance.
