ICQ, the pioneering instant messenger service that once boasted 100 million registered users, is finally coming to an end. Russian company VK, which has been overseeing ICQ since 2010, recently announced that the service will cease to operate starting June 26th. This news marks the end of an era for a platform that played a
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The Fire Emblem franchise is facing an identity crisis, with the success of Three Houses signaling a shift towards more social elements, while Engage doubled down on its strategy roots. The discrepancy in sales between the two games highlights the challenge of balancing traditional gameplay with evolving fan expectations. Three Houses expanded the fanbase by
Exciting news for fans of pixel art Metroidvania games as PLAYISM and WSS Playground have announced the upcoming release of Blade Chimera on the Nintendo Switch in August. While the exact release date has not yet been confirmed, just the announcement alone has created a buzz among gamers eagerly awaiting its arrival. The latest trailer
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a game that thrives on its narrative depth and character development, with each dialogue serving a purpose in shaping the player’s experience. Lead writer Adam Smith has provided insight into some of his favorite lines in the game, shedding light on the emotional nuances and hidden meanings that lie within the
Six years after the closure of Boss Key Productions and the commercial failure of LawBreakers, game director Cliff ‘Cliffy B’ Bleszinski has come forward to discuss the reasons behind the downfall of the first-person hero shooter. Despite positive reviews, LawBreakers struggled to maintain an active player base, ultimately leading to the demise of the studio.
Rumors have been circulating that the next installment in the popular first-person shooter series, DOOM, will be unveiled at Xbox’s games showcase in June. According to Insider Gaming’s Tom Henderson, the new entry is said to be titled ‘DOOM: The Dark Ages’, previously known as ‘Year Zero’, and will have a “medieval inspired” theme. Henderson
Upon hearing that Judge James Donato is considering Epic Games’ demands to allow the Epic Games Store to exist within the Google Play Store and to give access to every app within Google Play, many were skeptical. The idea of such integration seemed far-fetched, yet now it appears to be a possible reality. Judge Donato
Helldivers 2 introduces a unique concept where certain planets contain Super Earth Armed Forces (SEAF) training bases that offer liberation boosts to all other planets under Super Earth’s control. These bases provide a percentage bonus to aid in the ongoing fight against Automatons and Terminids. However, it is crucial to note that once a planet
The recent tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas has sparked yet another lawsuit against video game companies, Activision and Meta, as well as gun company Daniel Defense. The families of the victims are seeking justice for the lives lost by alleging that these companies promoted the use of firearms to underage boys, ultimately leading to
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is a film that offers a unique exploration of character dynamics and storytelling elements within the action genre. Despite its lengthy runtime of 2 hours and 28 minutes, the movie manages to keep viewers engaged with its dense spectacle and fast-paced narrative. The central conflict between Furiosa and Dementus drives