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20 Sep 2024

Spoonful of Wonder Releases Copycat, a New Narrative Adventure Game

Spoonful of Wonder has launched a narrative adventure game called Copycat, available on PC via Steam for $19.99 with a 10% launch discount. The game, set in Australia, follows the story of Dawn, a timid shelter cat, and Olive, a grieving Australian, exploring themes of abandonment and belonging.

20 Sep 2024

Frostpunk 2 Launches Today, Peaks at Over 16,000 Simultaneous Players

Frostpunk 2 officially launches today after early access for Deluxe edition preorders. It peaked at over 16,000 simultaneous players, surpassing its predecessor. Players report mixed reactions, citing new features, bugs, and difficulty. The game is available on PC and PC Game Pass, with future console releases planned.

20 Sep 2024

Frostpunk 2 and Wargroove 2 Now Available on PC Game Pass

Frostpunk 2 is now available on PC Game Pass, offering a post-apocalyptic city-building experience in perpetual winter. Players manage citizen trust and crime rates. Wargroove 2 also debuts on Game Pass, providing a contrasting gameplay experience.

20 Sep 2024

God of War Ragnarok PC Release Boasts Enhanced Graphics and Performance

God of War Ragnarok is now available on PC, offering enhanced graphics, performance, and new accessibility features. The release includes the Valhalla DLC. A PS5 Pro is set to launch on November 7, with pre-orders starting September 26, potentially bringing further enhancements to the game.

20 Sep 2024

New Mobile Game Matchday Champions Lets Players Build Dream Squads

Matchday Champions, a new mobile football game, lets players collect cards of famous male and female footballers to build squads and compete. The game includes a narrative-creation engine to replicate the emotional highs and lows of real matches.

20 Sep 2024

New Pokémon TCG Pocket Game Details Revealed Ahead of October Release

New details have emerged about the Pokémon TCG Pocket game, featuring new art styles, trading mechanics, and immersive cards. Simplified rules aim to attract casual fans, with options for varied rulesets. The game includes booster packs and digital card displays, set for release on October 30th.

20 Sep 2024

Judge Allows Class-Action Suit Against Meta Over Biometric Data Collection

A federal judge has allowed a class-action lawsuit against Meta Platforms to proceed, alleging unlawful biometric data collection from Illinois residents via Messenger apps. The case, citing the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, may influence future tech industry data privacy practices.

20 Sep 2024

Garmin Launches inReach Messenger Plus with Enhanced Messaging Features

Garmin unveils the inReach Messenger Plus, enhancing communication with smartphones. It supports 1,600-character texts, 30-second voice messages, and photo sharing. With IPX7 water resistance and a 600-hour battery life, it offers robust emergency features. Subscriptions start at $14.99 monthly.

20 Sep 2024

Federal Court Allows Class Action Against Meta Over Biometric Data Claims

Meta Platforms Inc. faces a federal court ruling allowing a class action lawsuit to proceed. The suit alleges that Facebook Messenger and Messenger Kids improperly collected biometric data, violating Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The court found the claims warrant further examination.

20 Sep 2024

Garmin Unveils inReach Messenger Plus for Enhanced Outdoor Communication

Garmin has introduced the inReach Messenger Plus, a satellite communication device enabling text, photo, and voice messaging without cellular service. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, it offers location sharing, SOS messaging, and mobile phone charging. Priced at SEK 5,949 with a SEK 200 monthly subscription.

20 Sep 2024

TRAI Proposes New Telecom Licensing Framework, Halves Entry Fees

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has proposed a new telecom licensing framework, excluding OTT services like WhatsApp. Entry fees are halved to ₹50 lakh per circle, ₹25 lakh in J&K and the North East. New categories and a unified service authorization have been introduced.

20 Sep 2024

Yager Development Launches The Cycle: Prospect Island in Fortnite

Yager Development has reimagined its extraction shooter, The Cycle: Frontier, as The Cycle: Prospect Island, now available in Fortnite. Launched on September 19, 2024, this project was created by a small group of Yager developers to preserve the original game’s essence.

20 Sep 2024

God of War Ragnarök PC Release Achieves High Sales and Critical Acclaim

God of War Ragnarök has launched on PC, earning a Metacritic score of 94/100 and selling 15 million units by November 2023. Available at a discounted price of $39.89 at CDKeys, the Deluxe Edition is reduced to $49.19. Developed by Jetpack Interactive, it features enhanced storytelling and gameplay.

20 Sep 2024

Google Arts & Culture App Enhances Art Exploration and Preservation Efforts

Google Arts & Culture app lets users explore art, create galleries, and find artworks resembling themselves or pets. Google also studies ancient art, audits software for vulnerabilities, and invests in medical research, contributing positively to society despite some negative perceptions.

20 Sep 2024

4J Studios Unveils Reforj, a Voxel-Based Multiplayer Survival Game

4J Studios unveils Reforj, an open-world multiplayer survival sandbox game built with their voxel-based Elements Engine. Featuring exotic worlds and extensive customization, Reforj is in pre-alpha and will launch on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Development is guided by community feedback.

20 Sep 2024

Seattle Children's Hospital Launches Therapeutic Minecraft Gaming Initiative

Seattle Children’s Hospital has launched a therapeutic gaming initiative, recreating its space in Minecraft. This makes it the first pediatric hospital to do so. The secure server allows patients to explore the hospital virtually, aiming to reduce fear and isolation as part of a broader care strategy.

20 Sep 2024

4J Studios Unveils Reforj, Aiming to Redefine Open-World Survival Games

4J Studios unveils Reforj, a new open-world multiplayer survival sandbox game developed with their Elements Engine. Unlike Minecraft, Reforj aims to offer a unique gameplay experience. Currently in pre-alpha, the studio plans to involve the community throughout development.

20 Sep 2024

Upcoming Game Judero by Talha Kaya and Jack King-Spooner Launches Sept 2024

Judero, created by Talha Kaya and Jack King-Spooner, will launch on September 16, 2024. Set in the Scottish Borders, the game features a warrior-Druid named Judero. It combines hack-and-slash combat, bullet-hell mechanics, and a possession feature. The artistic style includes vibrant watercolors.

20 Sep 2024

Netflix Games Expands Catalogue with New Exciting Titles

Netflix Games catalogue is expanding with exciting additions, including titles like Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game, Civilization VI, and Street Fighter IV. This move aims to enhance user engagement and diversify the streaming giant's entertainment offerings.

20 Sep 2024

Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon Game Blood Line to Launch on Mobile in 2025

Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon franchise expands with Blood Line, a multiplayer game inspired by Helldivers and Diablo. Launching in 2025, it will be available on iOS and Android for free with a Netflix subscription, offering both multiplayer and single-player experiences.

20 Sep 2024

KakaoTalk Experiences Brief Six-Minute Service Disruption on September 20

On September 20, Kakao Corp. faced a six-minute service disruption on its messaging platform, KakaoTalk, from 9:24 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Users had issues sending and receiving messages, but the service was quickly restored. This follows a previous 90-minute disruption in July.

20 Sep 2024

Microsoft Office Pro Plus 2019 Offered at 89% Discount on StackSocial

Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 is now available at an 89% discount through StackSocial. This lifetime license includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, but lacks recent AI features. Compatible with Windows and Mac, the license is valid for one device and must be redeemed within seven days.

20 Sep 2024

Microsoft Office 2021 Lifetime License Discounted for Windows and Mac

A lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows is now available for $29.97, down from $349. For Mac users, Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 is priced at $29.97, reduced from $349. This offer includes essential productivity tools and requires Windows 10/11 or macOS 12 Monterey.

20 Sep 2024

Cabernet RPG Launches October 24 on Steam, GOG, and Humble Store

Cabernet, a 2D RPG set in a 19th-century Eastern European-inspired world, launches October 24 on Steam, GOG, and the Humble Store. Players guide Liza, a young vampire, through moral dilemmas and political intrigue. The game emphasizes psychological aspects and requires knowledge in various disciplines.

20 Sep 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Allows Protagonist Transfer from Inquisition

Players can transfer their protagonist from Dragon Age: Inquisition to Dragon Age: The Veilguard, maintaining continuity. The "Customize World State" menu allows for selecting significant backgrounds and voice actors from Inquisition. While class selection is excluded, appearance customization remains robust.

20 Sep 2024

GeForce NOW Expands Library with Frostpunk 2 and Final Fantasy XVI

GeForce NOW has expanded its library with new titles this week, including Frostpunk 2 and Final Fantasy XVI. Frostpunk 2 launches on September 20 for PC and Xbox. A demo for Final Fantasy XVI is also available. Other new games include The Plucky Squire and Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster.

20 Sep 2024

International Operation Dismantles Ghost Messaging Service, 51 Arrested

Law enforcement agencies from multiple countries dismantled Ghost, an encrypted messaging service used by criminal organizations, resulting in 51 arrests and the confiscation of over $1.1 million in assets. The operation, led by the Australian Federal Police, also shut down a drug lab and seized weapons and narcotics.

19 Sep 2024

Retro-Style Game Sorry We’re Closed Launches on Steam November 14

The retro-style survival horror game Sorry We’re Closed will be released on PC via Steam on November 14. Developed by a la mode games and published by Akupara Games, it features rich lore and multiple endings. Players follow protagonist Michelle through unsettling environments, making narrative choices.

19 Sep 2024

Retchid Episode One Launches on Steam Early Access

A new game, Retchid, has launched Episode One in Steam Early Access. Players assume the role of a TEC Engineer sent to a Titan mining facility overrun by otherworldly beings. The game combines horror, action, and science fiction elements, featuring fast-paced first-person shooter combat and strategic gameplay.

19 Sep 2024

New Indie Game Copycat Explores Themes of Home and Loss on PC

Copycat, a new indie narrative game by Spoonful Of Wonder, is now available on PC. The game explores themes of home, loss, and letting go through the story of a shelter cat named Dawn. Priced at $14.99 with a 10% launch discount on Steam, it offers three hours of gameplay and features vibrant visuals.

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Spoonful of Wonder Releases Copycat, a New Narrative Adventure Game

Frostpunk 2 Launches Today, Peaks at Over 16,000 Simultaneous Players

Frostpunk 2 and Wargroove 2 Now Available on PC Game Pass

God of War Ragnarok PC Release Boasts Enhanced Graphics and Performance

New Mobile Game Matchday Champions Lets Players Build Dream Squads

New Pokémon TCG Pocket Game Details Revealed Ahead of October Release

Judge Allows Class-Action Suit Against Meta Over Biometric Data Collection

Garmin Launches inReach Messenger Plus with Enhanced Messaging Features

Federal Court Allows Class Action Against Meta Over Biometric Data Claims

Garmin Unveils inReach Messenger Plus for Enhanced Outdoor Communication

TRAI Proposes New Telecom Licensing Framework, Halves Entry Fees

Yager Development Launches The Cycle: Prospect Island in Fortnite

God of War Ragnarök PC Release Achieves High Sales and Critical Acclaim

Google Arts & Culture App Enhances Art Exploration and Preservation Efforts

4J Studios Unveils Reforj, a Voxel-Based Multiplayer Survival Game

Seattle Children's Hospital Launches Therapeutic Minecraft Gaming Initiative

4J Studios Unveils Reforj, Aiming to Redefine Open-World Survival Games

Upcoming Game Judero by Talha Kaya and Jack King-Spooner Launches Sept 2024

Netflix Games Expands Catalogue with New Exciting Titles

Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon Game Blood Line to Launch on Mobile in 2025

KakaoTalk Experiences Brief Six-Minute Service Disruption on September 20

Microsoft Office Pro Plus 2019 Offered at 89% Discount on StackSocial

Microsoft Office 2021 Lifetime License Discounted for Windows and Mac

Cabernet RPG Launches October 24 on Steam, GOG, and Humble Store

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Allows Protagonist Transfer from Inquisition

GeForce NOW Expands Library with Frostpunk 2 and Final Fantasy XVI

International Operation Dismantles Ghost Messaging Service, 51 Arrested

Retro-Style Game Sorry We’re Closed Launches on Steam November 14

Retchid Episode One Launches on Steam Early Access

New Indie Game Copycat Explores Themes of Home and Loss on PC

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