Star Wars Outlaws patch threatens save progress for early access players

Ubisoft has advised some early access Star Wars Outlaws players to restart the game to avoid potential save issues caused by a new patch. Star Wars Outlawsfans who pre-purchased the Gold or Ultimate Edition for $110 and $130, respectively, were given three days early access to the adventure. However, the experience hasn’t been without a few noteworthy flaws. In addition toweird gameplay glitches, some players have received an email from Ubisoft about potential save data issues that could arise because of an update....

August 28, 2024 · 2 min · 336 words · Suzanne Stein

TikTok “troll” arrested after threatening to bomb airport for prank content

After pushing his limits several times by making false threats to police officers for content, TikToker ‘tomthetroll’ was arrested for allegedly threatening to bomb an airport. Self-proclaimedTikTok“troll,”Thomas Anthony Brienza, 20, of Centereach, New York, wasreportedly arrested on August 24after threatening to bomb the Charleston International Airport in South Carolina. An incident report about the arrest stated that the TikTok prankster walked up to the police wearing a pair of glasses with a built-in camera....

August 28, 2024 · 2 min · 330 words · Laurie King

Warzone players want classic Verdansk mode to return ahead of Black Ops 6

Call of Duty: Warzone players are calling for a classic mode to return to the battle royale ahead of Black Ops 6, especially as some of them have gotten bored of Supreme already. Even though the formula for a battle royale game is pretty simple, Warzone has had a few wrinkles over the last few years. Additional modes like Plunder, DMZ, Iron Trials, and Armored Royale have all won fans over at different points....

August 28, 2024 · 2 min · 389 words · Robert Williams

When is Ranked Play coming to Black Ops 6?

Ranked Play hitsBlack Ops 6earlier than ever before, so here’s everything we know about when the mode arrives and what you can expect. Ranked Play scratches the competitive itch for players looking for more than a standard public match. The mode uses theCall of Duty Leagueruleset, which restricts certain guns, equipment, and Scorestreaks. Additionally, the mode uses the same 4v4 format, pool of maps, and game modes the pros play on....

August 28, 2024 · 2 min · 387 words · Wendy Jarvis

All playable characters in Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions & how to unlock them

Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions will allow players to take control of their favorite characters from the franchise. Here is the list of confirmed playable heroes and villains from the series. Quidditch Champions is a new game focusing solely on the iconic Harry Potter sport, which was notably absent from Hogwarts Legacy. Fans of the franchise have been begging for this experience inrecent yearsand will finally have their prayers answered. While players can customize their own Quidditch teams, they can also choose to play as their favorite characters from the Harry Potter books, films, and more....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 292 words · Philip Martinez

AMD Ryzen CPUs get unexpected performance boost thanks to Windows update

The 24H2 update for Windows 11 users contained a nice surprise for AMD Ryzen users who saw CPU performance get a big boost. Many AMD users watched the tech news, waiting to read the performance figures for the brand new ‘Zen 5’ Ryzen 9000 processors. Many were surprised at the lackluster numbers that then emerged from benchmarks, especially when compared to the official figures from AMD. As it turns out, this gap between expectation and reality might have been due to a bug inWindows 11....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 357 words · Renee Medina

AMP streamer Agent says he left $17M New York mansion due to “weird” fans

Agent has blamed “weird” fans for making him leave New York after they camped outside AMP’s $17 million townhouse. While Agent and fellow creator Cinna were taking a break from theirCall of Duty Zombie marathonon Twitch, the AMP creator addressed why he suddenly left the group’s content house. “There is a reason why we actually came to Atlanta instead of doing it there. There were some people who were camping outside the crib....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 357 words · Robin Melton

Asmongold balks as Emiru describes his ‘mildew’ odor on stream

Asmongold was completely stunned as he once again had to defend his odor after Emiru claimed he smelled like “mildew.” Asmongoldis one of Twitch’s most popular streamers; the content creator boasts 3.5 million followers on the platform and is well-known in the video game space in particular. However, Asmon has also become infamous for hisliving conditions. With a notoriously filthy house, evenhis own dad has roasted himfor how he lives. As a result of his image online, he’s grown a reputation for having a certain stench....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 366 words · Matthew Crosby

Asmongold reveals why he rejected Esports World Cup sponsored stream offer

Asmongold has revealed why he rejected an offer from Esports World Cup organizers to hold a sponsored stream for the event, with fans dubbing his reason as “so on-brand.” In avideouploaded to his YouTube channel on August 26, the content creator started, “There were a lot of streamers that were sponsored to watch this event,” adding “I actually got an opportunity to sponsor and watch the event myself.” “I didn’t take it....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 307 words · Darin Bolton

Baldur’s Gate 3 players can return to the iconic city in D&D 2025 sourcebooks

The Forgotten Realms have long been the most popularDungeons & Dragonscampaign setting. Long before Tav got a tadpole in the eye socket, characters likeElminster and Drizzt Do’Urdenwere going on adventures throughout Faerun and beyond, captivating fans around the globe. The Forgotten Realms Player Guide is set to feature new subclasses, feats, backgrounds, spells, types of spells, and a chapter detailing factions, such as the Red Wizards of Thay, who appeared as villains inthe D&D movie....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 278 words · Amanda Thomas

Batman jumps on popcorn bucket trend with “lit” Bat-Signal

A new Batman popcorn bucket has been unveiled. This Bat-Signal tin, which includes an in-built light function, is already going viral online. After the now-infamousDune 2 Sandworm “fleshlight” popcorn bucketwent viral online for all the wrong reasons, other companies have followed the trend with their own collectible tins as a way to jump on the hype train. Deadpool & WolverineandAlien: Romulusboth releasedspecial popcorn bucketsalongside their theatrical releases in recent weeks, garnering huge praise from fans thanks to their unique and, in the case ofDeadpool & Wolverine, hilarious designs....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 324 words · Linda West

Classic MTG Rat card gets huge price boost thanks to Bloomburrow Commanders

MTG’s Bloomburrow sethas been a smashing success and the popularity of its multiple Rat Commanders is causing a price spike for a classic piece of archetype support. Bloomburrow has provided some significant support for many animal-themed archetypes in Magic, with players falling in love with the set’s take onBats,Lizards,Frogs, and more. Rats have always been a popular Creature type in Magic: The Gathering, if occasionally underrepresented in colors other than black....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 330 words · Ashley Ward

Deadpool & Wolverine deleted scene sets up Gambit’s MCU return

If you’re looking forward to more Gambit in the MCU, you’re not alone, as Ryan Reynolds has shared a deleted scene that’s teasing his return. Gambitwas one of the biggest surprises to come out ofDeadpool & Wolverine. The road toChanning Tatum finally debutingas the X-Men’s Ragin’ Cajun was long and winding, but it paid off in spades. Like X-23, Blade, and Elektra, Gambit presumably survived the final assault onCassandra Nova’sbase. A new deleted scene shared by Reynolds now confirms at least one of those survivors, and it would have teased their return....

August 27, 2024 · 2 min · 388 words · Destiny Walker