X-Factor #1 Launches with Gov-Sponsored Social Media Influencers and Dark Twist Spoilers for X-Factor #1
The much-anticipated X-Factor #1 is crafted by writer Mark Russell, artist Bob Quinn, color artist Jesus Aburtov, and letterer Joe Caramagna. The story introduces a newly formed team of government-sponsored social media influencers, with Warren Worthington III, also known as Angel, at the lead.
This new team is the brainchild of human TV producer Roger Broderick, known for shows like "Jail Chef" and "Marriage Ape." The team members, primarily recruited from a large volunteer casting call, include Rusty Collins (Firefist), Feral, and new characters Xyber (with electromagnetic powers) and shapeshifter Cameo.
The team’s first mission pits them against a...
Aug 15, 2024
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Everything We Know About Hollow Knight: Silksong – Updates and Details Gamers continue to buzz about the release date for Hollow Knight Silksong, especially in light of the developers pushing back the launch that was initially scheduled for 'Early 2023'. With the Summer Games Fest season behind us and no updates from the developers, we now look towards the rest of 2024 for more information.
Team Cherry has shared considerable gameplay footage, a few trailers, and provided an update on the development process over a year ago. Within the realm of upcoming releases, Silksong stands out as one of the most eagerly awaited titles.
There's much to uncover about Hollow Knight Silksong, especially...
Aug 15, 2024
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Star Wars Outlaws: Inspired by the Epic Worlds of Ghost of Tsushima and Red Dead Redemption Ubisoft's legacy of expansive open worlds is well-known, but the inspiration behind their works isn't always drawn from their past successes. In the case of Massive Entertainment's work on Star Wars Outlaws, the creative sparks actually came from a different source altogether.
According to an interview with creative director Julian Gerighty, Sucker Punch's Ghost of Tsushima had a significant impact on the direction of Star Wars Outlaws. Gerighty noted that his key reference point was Ghost of Tsushima, highlighting its roots in Kurosawa's cinematic style rather than the Western genre that inspired George Lucas for Star Wars.
Alongside Ghost of Tsushima, Gerighty...
Aug 05, 2024
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Indie Game Turns Office Worker Unrest into Pixelated Strategy for Unionization In an industry deeply affected by massive layoffs, a new indie game inspired by Pikmin allows players to experience a unique form of resistance by tossing co-workers at management to drive unionization efforts.
When considered, the concept of Pikmin's minion-throwing strategy aligns well with themes of power dynamics. While older titles like Overlord had players role-play as an all-powerful evil boss using goblin minions to do their dirty work, this new indie game flips the script entirely.
Drawing from Pikmin for inspiration, Labor Power emerges as a free, browser-based pixel art strategy game centered on uniting an entire office workforce. The protagonist...
Aug 03, 2024
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Nintendo's Plan to Combat Scalpers and Ensure Fair Access to Switch 2 Nintendo outlines a straightforward yet effective plan to prevent scalpers from exploiting the Switch 2 market. In order to elude the tumult caused by scalpers who bought and resold the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X at inflated rates during their launch, Nintendo is devising a hopeful game plan.
During a Q&A session with the company's investors, a question arose about how Nintendo plans to counteract scalpers. In response, Nintendo head Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed details previously reported, emphasizing that the company will ensure a sufficient supply of Switch 2 units. This approach makes it undeniably more challenging for scalpers to resell...
Jul 02, 2024
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Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Beta Canceled to Prioritize Launch Readiness Warhammer 40,000 Update
The planned public beta session for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has been canceled by developer Saber Interactive.
In an official Steam post, the studio revealed that the decision aims to concentrate resources on getting the game polished for its launch in September this year. Space Marine 2 is nearing completion, focusing entirely on optimization, polishing, and fixing remaining issues ahead of the launch on September 9. Due to these priorities, the team has decided against running a public online beta to ensure the best possible experience at release.
To offer a small consolation to those who had already signed...
Jul 01, 2024
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Shovel Knight's 10th Anniversary Brings Announcement of Bold New Adventure Confirmed: There is a new Shovel Knight coming summer.
Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase and Ubisoft Forward have concluded, yet the summer gaming events continue. We're still anticipating Nintendo's upcoming Direct, and on Friday night, Yacht Club Games hosted an event of their own.
Their presentation largely celebrated the tenth anniversary of Shovel Knight. However, they had a thrilling announcement: a new Shovel Knight game is in development.
Rather than being a sequel, this new title promises a bold new adventure, propelling Shovel Knight into an entirely new dimension of gaming. The developers guarantee an experience that not only respects the Shovel Knight...
Jun 15, 2024
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Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Confirmed: Fans Rejoice at Netflix Announcement Hold up, let them cook: Delicious in Dungeon, one of our favorite Netflix anime shows, is returning for a second season.
Good news, anime fans: The highly popular Netflix animated series Delicious in Dungeon has been renewed for a second season.
The announcement was made on Twitter, and Delicious in Dungeon shared a picture featuring all our favorite characters with an excited caption about the new season being in production. Interestingly, this announcement coincided with the release of the season 1 finale on Netflix. Surgeful excitement filled the fanbase, making it a day to remember.
Fans couldn't contain their joy. One fan expressed...
Jun 14, 2024
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The Fascinating Story Behind Balatro's Name and the Ones That Were Left Behind The roguelike sensation Balatro could have been known by quite different monikers, such as Hyperborean Hold 'em or Balatron, among others that linger incessantly in my thoughts. Upon its launch earlier this year, Balatro, with its poker theme, significantly hindered worldwide work rates, but its recognition might have been dramatically lessened with a simpler label, for instance, Trial of the Fool or another amongst the various discarded options the game's creator disclosed recently.
The mind behind Balatro, LocalThunk, unveiled on digital platforms a compilation of prospective names that were in the running before the game's debut. It's almost a certainty that...
Jun 02, 2024
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OpenAI Unveils Free Access to Specialized GPT Chatbots for Enhanced User Experience OpenAI Introduces Complimentary Access to Specialized GPTs for All Users; Test Drive Task-Oriented AI Chatbots
OpenAI is rolling out another significant feature upgrade. The tech company is now providing global access to its specialized GPTs, mini chatbots tailored for distinct functions. This accessibility extends to users on ChatGPT's free service, allowing them to engage with and utilize these chatbots for specific objectives. OpenAI’s GPT Store is home to a wide array of chatbots ready to aid in writing, boosting productivity, conducting research and analysis, coding, or facilitating conversations in unique styles. Various tech companies have also developed and released their own...
Jun 01, 2024
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First Look at Star Wars Series Skeleton Crew Revealed Through Merchandise An early glimpse into a fresh Star Wars series has made its way to us in a manner quite unanticipated. The initial sighting of the upcoming Star Wars series Skeleton Crew has unfolded rather unexpectedly.
Recent merchandise releases have provided an insightful glimpse into the youthful ensemble leading the narrative: Skeleton Crew promises a journey across the galaxy reminiscent of Amblin classics, featuring children as the protagonists and Jude Law in a significant role.
A special-edition ingot adorned with the young characters' portraits and its packaging offers a clearer view. Details can be found further down (courtesy of IGN).
Although no promotional footage...
May 20, 2024
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Life by You Early Access Delayed Again, Launch Date Uncertain The much-anticipated Life by You, set to rival The Sims 4, has faced yet another delay in its Early Access phase, and currently, a new launch timeline remains unannounced. Life by You, poised to challenge The Sims for supremacy in the life simulation genre, has seen its initial release pushed back for the third time.
A statement from Paradox Interactive's second-in-command, Mattias Lilja, explains the situation: "After careful deliberation, we have come to the difficult decision to withdraw the previously scheduled Early Access release of Life by You on June 4th. We fully appreciate our community's enthusiasm and eagerness towards this...
