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Now you can turn into a werewolf in Fortnite

Fortnite’s Halloween update has arrived, and it brings with it a slew of new features to explore. The update, named Fortnitemares, introduces an item called “Howler Claws”. It also brings several new items and a limited-time boss — the Cube Fiend.

Fortnite’s Halloween update has arrived, and it brings with it a slew of new features to explore.

Fortnite’s Halloween update has arrived, and it brings with it a slew of new features to explore.
The latest content update, named Fortnitemares, introduces an item called “Howler Claws.” These claws can be found in chests across the island or earned by completing daily challenges during the event period (October 15-31). These special weapons can only be used by those who have unlocked their unique abilities by reaching certain level milestones on their Battle Passes—you won’t find them anywhere else!

The update, named Fortnitemares, introduces an item called “Howler Claws”.

The Howler Claws are a new item in Fortnite’s Halloween update, which is available on all platforms. They can be found in treasure chests and can be used to transform into a werewolf.
The Howler Claws can only be obtained by killing the Cube Fiend and the Cube Spawner (which appear at night). If you don’t have one of these monsters nearby, don’t worry—it will still drop them for you later!

It also brings several new items and a limited-time boss — the Cube Fiend.

In addition to the new items and limited-time boss, the Halloween update also brings several other things. The Howler Claws are a new type of weapon that can be used in melee combat. They have three different attacks:
  • A quick strike that deals damage to nearby enemies
  • A slow-moving reach attack that deals more damage over time
  • An area-of-effect attack that stuns all enemies in its radius

Tilted Towers is one of the most popular sections of the map, but in this update you’ll find the entire area covered in mist.

One of the most popular areas on Fortnite’s map is Tilted Towers. In this update, you’ll find that the entire area has been covered in mist, which is a new feature in the game.
The mist can be seen from far away and makes it harder to see your enemies in their hiding spots.

What a big, scary werewolf you can turn into now!

The Howler Claw is a new item that allows you to transform into a werewolf during battle. You can use them during a match, or in the lobby. You’ll need one per person, and they’re available for purchase only through loot boxes—so if you want one, be sure to open some loot boxes!
The Howler Claw has several different functions: it can quickly increase your health by 25%, increase your movement speed by 30% and decrease cooldown times on abilities (like double jumps), but most importantly it makes you growl at enemies who are nearby when activated. This will make them take damage from any sources on top of their normal defenses until they get out of range again—and since there’s no way for them to see what’s coming at them from behind like there might be for humans… well…

Conclusion

This is a great way to spend Halloween, and it’s even better if you can play with your friends. Make sure you have plenty of batteries on hand—we hear these things can get pretty loud!
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The GPU shortage is over: Good news for gamers and cryptocurrency miners

Good news, everyone! The GPU shortage that has been plaguing gamers and cryptocurrency miners for the past few months is finally over. According to industry experts, all the major manufacturers have increased production and are now catching up with demand. This means that prices should start falling soon, and we should see a return to normalcy in the market.

The GPU shortage that has been plaguing gamers and cryptocurrency miners for the past few months is finally over.

The GPU shortage that has been plaguing gamers and cryptocurrency miners for the past few months is finally over. AMD and NVIDIA have both increased production of their GPUs, and retailers are starting to see stock levels return to normal. This is great news for anyone who has been waiting to upgrade their graphics card, or build a new gaming PC. While the shortages may be over, there is still a lot of pent-up demand for GPUs. So if you’re looking to buy a new graphics card, don’t wait too long or you may find yourself paying more than you need to.

According to industry experts, all the major manufacturers have increased production and are now catching up with demand.

The GPU shortage is finally over, and according to industry experts, all the major manufacturers have increased production and are now catching up with demand. This is great news for gamers and PC enthusiasts who have been waiting months for prices to return to normal.
Although this sounds good, there is still a huge demand for more-premium GPUs, especially from the mining community. But for gamers, the shortage is over.

This means that prices should start falling soon, and we should see a return to normalcy in the market.

The good news is that the GPU shortage is finally over. After months of scarcity and high prices, we should start to see a return to normalcy in the market. Prices should begin to fall soon, and everyone will be able to breathe a sigh of relief. This is great news for gamers and PC enthusiasts who have been struggling to find GPUs at reasonable prices. It’s also good news for those who were holding off on buying a new graphics card due to the high pricing. Now, there’s no excuse not to upgrade your rig!
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Top Gun update is now available for Microsoft Flight Simulator

It’s free! So, if you’ve been looking for more options in Microsoft Flight Simulator this is a great update.

Microsoft Flight Simulator is getting a very cool Top Gun-themed update today, with players now able to fly the iconic F-18 Super Hornet

Microsoft Flight Simulator is getting a very cool Top Gun-themed update today, with players now able to fly the iconic F-18 Super Hornet.
The expansion will add both the F-14 Tomcat and T-38 Talon supersonic trainer to the game, along with new missions and campaigns. A single mission pack will also be available for purchase separately from this update.

The new update gives access to the F-14 Tomcat (including its variable-sweep wings) and T-38 Talon supersonic trainer, which are also available in three new variants.

The new update gives access to the F-14 Tomcat (including its variable-sweep wings) and T-38 Talon supersonic trainer, which are also available in three new variants. If you don’t have the original Flight Simulator X base game but want to try out these new planes, Microsoft has an offer on Steam. The store is selling a bundle that includes all of its expansion packs for just $30.
Players will also be able to take on up to 15 different missions, including landing F-14 jets on an aircraft carrier.
  • You can land on a carrier with the F-14 Tomcat, one of the most iconic aircraft from this era.
  • You can take off and fly missions in up to three new variants of the F-14 (and it has two variants already) as well as up to four new variants of T-38 Talon, another iconic aircraft from this era.
  • There are 15 different missions available, including carrier landings!

There are a few trickier challenges, too, like taking down enemy targets while escorting your wingman and avoiding enemy fire, or performing low-speed aerobatics as you fly through canyons near the Golden Gate Bridge.

The expansion also includes several new training missions, including one where you’ll have to take down enemy targets while escorting your wingman and avoiding enemy fire. There are a few trickier challenges, too, like performing low-speed aerobatics as you fly through canyons near the Golden Gate Bridge.
See? We told you we were talking about Top Gun here!

These missions require quick thinking and agile maneuvers… and more practice than I’ve had with the game thus far!

  • Flying the F-18. This is a tricky beast to tame, and I had no idea what I was doing when I started out. It’s not that this aircraft is hard to fly, per se; but it does have unique characteristics compared to other planes in the game and it will take some practice to become comfortable with them. Some of those characteristics include:
  • The Tomcat has landing gear that must be retracted before takeoff (unlike every other aircraft in Flight Simulator).
  • The Tomcat doesn’t have fuel tanks attached directly under its wings like most other combat jets do; instead they’re attached on either side of its fuselage at an angle (also unlike most other combat jets).
  • The Tomcat has an afterburner that gives it much more power for short periods of time during flight—this can help you accelerate quickly or climb above your opponents without having to sacrifice speed later on in your flight path, which makes this an incredibly powerful tool for dogfighting.

If you’ve been looking for more options in Microsoft Flight Simulator this is a great update.

If you’ve been looking for more options in Microsoft Flight Simulator this is a great update. It includes 3 new variants for the F-18 Tomcat and T-38 Talon, 16 new missions, an aircraft carrier landing mission, low-speed aerobatics, challenges and more. The game also includes two brand new aircraft: The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress and Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II.

Conclusion

If you haven’t had a chance to try Microsoft Flight Simulator yet, you should definitely give it a shot. It’s a great way to take in the sights of the world from the comfort of your own home. Even if you don’t have an Xbox One or Windows 10 PC, there are still plenty of options for getting started with this free update. Basic controls are available with mouse and keyboard (although I still prefer using my Xbox controller), but if you want more control over the aircraft, controllers like Thrustmaster’s TCA Quadrant Airbus Edition Flight Stick will work just fine. 
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A metaverse is being build by Epic And Lego

Epic Games and Lego are partnering up to build a virtual world for kids, called a metaverse. The company behind the popular video game Fortnite, is teaming up with Lego to build a virtual world for kids.

Quick Overview

The new world will allow kids to explore, build, and play together in a safe and secure online environment. The partnership between Epic and Lego is based on their shared commitment to providing kids with innovative ways to play and learn. Both companies have a long history of supporting creativity and educators around the world.

Its Benefits

This world will be full of possibilities for kids to explore and create. This metaverse will be full of possibilities for kids to explore and create. They will be able to build Lego creations in-game and share them with friends. This is an exciting new partnership that will bring two great brands together to create something special for kids.

What Is A Metaverse?

A metaverse is a term from science fiction which refers to an immersive virtual environment that can be experienced by everyone simultaneously. The concept is generally thought of as a successor to the Internet.

Our Thoughts

This is an amazing opportunity for kids to let their imaginations run wild and create whatever they can dream up. To use your imagination and create anything you can dream of. It’s really exciting to see what kinds of worlds and characters they come up with. 
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‘Call of Duty: Warzone’ Coming to Mobile

 

Getting in on the mobile gaming craze, Activision Blizzard has announced that Call of Duty: Warzone, previously an Xbox and PS4 game, will now be released on mobile platforms. With microtransactions and online multiplayer capabilities, it looks like this game has what it takes to appeal to hardcore Call of Duty fans. But will this translate into lots of downloads? Find out more about Call of Duty: Warzone’s mobile release in our latest article!

All You Need To Know!

One of Activision’s most successful franchises, Call of Duty is coming to mobile. The Call of Duty: Warzone game has now been officially announced by Activision. Although details are limited at present, it’s thought that unlike previous mobile versions of COD, Call of Duty: Warzone will be an all-new game specifically designed for smart devices and could offer new features which differ from their console counterparts. Fingers crossed! Stay tuned!

The Future of Mobile Gaming Looks Promising

It’s no secret that there’s a ton of money in mobile gaming. In fact, there’s so much money in mobile gaming that some of it has spilled over into console and PC gaming—for example, Skylanders made $500 million on iOS and Android, even though it was originally developed for consoles. If you want a good idea for where big business is headed, look at these numbers: The global smartphone market size was $28 billion in 2010. And that number doesn’t even include tablets! So…what does all that mean? Money—lots and lots of money.

Mobile Games Are Exploding In Popularity

Last year, worldwide revenue from mobile games was $36.9 billion, according to a report. And it’s not just a few people playing these games; more than half (53 percent) of those surveyed play at least three hours per day and 64 percent prefer multiplayer action on mobile devices over other gaming platforms. Activision is banking on that explosive growth by bringing one of its most popular franchises – Call Of Duty – to smartphones and tablets with a new game called Call Of Duty: Warzone. With cross-platform play between iOS, Android and Windows 10 devices as well as specially designed controls for phones, COD is poised for an easy transition onto smaller screens.

The Year Ahead in Gaming

2022 is going to be a very big year for video games. There are many exciting titles coming, but our eyes are on Call of Duty: Warzone for mobile. It will bring everything players love about the PC and console versions into mobile. We’re looking forward to seeing how developers can make great use of first-person shooting gameplay in a mobile setting. One thing is certain, Call of Duty: Warzone will do well; after all, it has one of best brands in gaming behind it.

Final Thoughts!

It’s about time Activision gave its loyal Call of Duty mobile fans something to get excited about. There’s no arguing that there are plenty of great first-person shooters available on iOS and Android, but Call of Duty is easily one of (if not) most recognizable game franchises in history. As with all COD games, multiplayer was a huge draw in previous installments and with so many mobile players looking for a truly deep gaming experience on their devices, it only makes sense that someone would make a call for battle. Are you looking forward to playing Call of Duty: Warzone on your smartphone or tablet? If so, which ones do you plan on picking up? Let us know what you think by leaving us a comment below!
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Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard

 

Microsoft has announced its intent to acquire Activision Blizzard in an all-cash transaction valued at $68.7 billion. The deal, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies, will bring together two leaders in creating entertaining and innovative gaming experiences across PC, console, mobile, and tablet platforms. The acquisition accelerates Microsoft’s ongoing transition from being primarily software focused to becoming a player in the world of hardware and services designed around the cloud and artificial intelligence (AI).

Quick Overview

The software maker expects to complete its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, with plans to introduce new game titles from developers owned by Microsoft in their current franchises and new franchises. If you’re wondering what led Microsoft to make such a massive acquisition, it’s because its rival Sony is about to release PlayStation VR and competitor Oculus VR is soon launching Oculus Touch—which will likely encourage gamers away from using Xbox One controllers (and not just for virtual reality) by enticing them with full-body controls via VR controllers. Microsoft seems poised to take advantage of that shift in gaming market share by acquiring one of biggest names in console gaming today.

How will it benefit Microsoft?

Microsoft is making waves in investment in virtual reality and augmented reality, investing over $100 million in research and development for technologies such as HoloLens AR headsets, VR headsets such as Oculus Rift, and Microsoft has launched a Mixed Reality dev kit called Windows Mixed Reality Development Edition. The Metaverse platform offers an open-source solution that allows developers to create immersive worlds; it is not just limited to gaming alone, but instead can be used as a multi-user interactive experience. For example, allow users to walk around their house while seeing an avatar of themselves projected into a video game or interactive program.

What is Metaverse?

Metaverse is a protocol for virtual universes which uses blockchain technology to build decentralized online communities. Through transnational networks of shared digital space, Metaverse blurs physical world borders and opens infinite possibilities for value transfers through interactions between participants from all over the world. By extending support for non-fungible tokens, smart contracts, Oracle, and other extensions on public blockchains such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, Metaverse builds an open ecosystem in which all values in all forms can be registered and exchanged freely. The development team hopes that Metaverse will be used by businesses as their underlying public blockchain infrastructure to take advantage of greater scalability compared with first-generation public blockchains while still retaining decentralization of data.

What we think about it?

In just 2 years, Microsoft has changed their strategy from hardware and software conglomerate to one of world leading metaverse platforms. The acquisition of a large gaming company like Activision is a huge step in that direction and seems to explain Microsoft’s decision to continue putting pressure on Sony and Nintendo by building their new product around backwards compatibility with Xbox 360 games rather than hardware exclusives. Additionally, although online games are a competitor to their XBox Live platform, it’s worth noting that they seem poised to take over all aspects of gaming with an advanced metaverse platform called Project xCloud. In fact, we expect more acquisitions like this will happen as other companies notice Microsoft’s success and attempt it themselves. Definitely an interesting time in tech and esports!
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Sony Hopes Activision Games Stay Multiplatform

 

How long will Sony support the idea of developers making console games exclusive to one platform? It looks like that answer may depend on how much third-party publishers want to make their games exclusively available to PlayStation owners. In an, Sony Worldwide Studios head said that Microsoft must continue to ensure Activision continues making its multi-platform games available on PlayStation.

Sony hopes Microsoft will stick to its promise

Sony wants to keep working with Activision and other publishers that offer games for both consoles and PCs. However, it’s up to Microsoft whether those companies will be allowed to continue publishing games on Xbox as well as PlayStation. Microsoft also said they are continuing their policies toward keeping multiplatform going forward.

Sony says Microsoft has spoken very clearly on this issue

Activision won’t be blocking PlayStation users from accessing its games. In a conversation, Sony Computer Entertainment president and global CEO said he had spoken with his opposite number at Microsoft about Activision’s controversial decision to lock players out of Destiny’s beta. It was their second chat on the subject in three days, which suggests that Sony isn’t just humoring one of its biggest third-party publishing partners — it really means it. Microsoft Gaming CEO has publicly stated that he believes that for consumers it is better for them if more people have access to their content than fewer people have access to their content.

Sony seems confident Microsoft will stand by their commitment

Sony fully expects its business partners to continue to ensure gamers have a vibrant, fun and smooth experience at all times. As always, they can only speak for their company and not for their competitors. That said, Sony supports its partners investing in new technologies but do so while respecting choices made by consumers. They believe in responsible businesses competing vigorously to provide consumers with great games is good for the industry.

Final Thoughts

In short, Sony says that it expects Microsoft to continue to ensure that games published by Activision continue to remain multiplatform. It even goes as far as say that there will be consequences if these agreements aren’t honored. PlayStation is looking out for its customers and, in turn, its business—and while it may sound like they’re just trying to bring down a rival company, they are actually looking out for gamers too. But if Xbox and Activision were able negotiate a deal that would prevent those games from coming over at all (or ever), then Playstation players wouldn’t have access either. That would be bad news for everyone.
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Beta of Android Games is launched by Google For Windows PC’s

 

Google announced today that it’s expanding its Google Play store to Windows PCs but only in three countries, putting Android games on Windows machines for the first time ever. The new store will appear alongside Google’s existing store on Windows PCs, with a unified interface that supports multitouch gestures such as pinch-to-zoom and swiping between screens. For now, users will be able to browse the storefront but not buy anything — developers must publish their apps to Google Play in order to make them available on Windows machines.

Quick Overview

Android is one of the most popular mobile operating systems in history. And today, Google has launched a way for gamers to enjoy it even if they don’t have a smartphone or tablet. The tech giant recently announced that it has released its first ever public preview version of Android games on desktop and laptop computers, enabling users to play their favorite mobile games—such as Clash Royale, Words with Friends 2 and more—on Windows PCs via Chrome or Chromium. This can be especially useful for gaming at work, since you might not have access to your phone or tablet but still want to play something. To use Android gaming in desktop mode, you must own either a Google Pixelbook or Asus Chromebook Flip.

What will be its benefits?

It’s clear that a lot of gamers play on both platforms and it can be quite a hassle to switch between your phone and your PC. Bringing it all together could help Google to control more time spent playing games, especially for players who previously used Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass service or Sony’s PlayStation Now service. It will also give game developers another way to grow their business outside mobile by offering their titles to new customers. We expect gaming is just one vertical where Google plans to bring its mobile platform across other devices. For example, YouTube already has functionality allowing users to watch video content in full screen on their TV through Google Chromecast—so why not extend that across its entire app ecosystem?

What are those three countries?

Google has launched a new beta program to get its Play Store app onto more devices. The company has announced that its Gamepad compatibility service is now available for select users in Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea. Gamers can download several popular titles for their PC, like Monument Valley, Brave Frontier and Strikefleet Omega. The idea behind it is to give people even more options when it comes to gaming. If you’re in one of these regions, you can opt-in to try out game streaming by heading over here.

What we think about it?

We’re huge fans of Google and we have been waiting for a long time to see them take on one of Microsoft’s strong points, which is gaming. The ability to now play our favorite mobile Android games on our desktop and laptop computers is great news. We can’t wait to see how many other features they will allow us to use between our phones and computer. However, we are a little concerned that only newer operating systems like Window 10 are compatible with the feature. We hope in time more devices will be able to connect to each other seamlessly so we can do everything we need from any device at any time. This announcement could change everything for Google though if it proves successful and leads users who otherwise would not consider it, over to their side.
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Lego delays Overwatch 2 set

For gamers, there are few things better than getting your hands on the perfect game-related merchandise. It’s even better when that merchandise is a meticulously crafted replica of one of your favorite characters in an upcoming game, making it an ideal collector’s item or gift to share with your friends. However, if you were planning on picking up the upcoming Lego Overwatch 2 set , you might have to wait a little while longer to get your hands on it.

What happened?

If you’re a fan of Overwatch, then you might want to hear about a delay in an upcoming Lego product that was supposed to be out by now. According to a press release from Lego, there has been a delay on their newest brick-building kit, which was supposed to hit shelves in time for Christmas but has been pushed back until April of next year. This is due largely in part to their evaluation of their business relationship with Activision Blizzard who makes and publishes many popular video games including Call of Duty, Destiny and Warcraft. This may also result in some other products being delayed or even canceled as well, though Lego says they plan on releasing future sets based on other popular titles from other companies over time.

About Overwatch 2

OverWatch 2 is a first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. It was released in May 2016 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. It is a sequel to 2014’s critically acclaimed OverWatch, and its latest release was announced at BlizzCon 2016. In it players control one of several heroes that battle each other across different game modes using a variety of character abilities to secure objectives or complete bonus objectives to win an encounter. The game features squad-based combat with two opposing teams of six players each, competing in matches lasting five to twenty minutes depending on mode played. Players choose one of several hero characters, each with their own unique abilities and role classes.

Final Thoughts

It’s pretty clear that these relationships have been a problem for a while. Lego is extremely protective of its image and has developed global brand recognition around its blocky figurines. We expect Activision Blizzard to seek out another licensing partner soon but won’t rule out Lego being involved again at some point in the future.
Let us know what do you think in the comments below!
 
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Xbox Game Pass now has over 25 million subscribers

 

Microsoft’s gaming arm, Xbox, has announced that its subscription-based video game platform, Game Pass, has grown to 25 million members. The service allows subscribers to download and play as many games in the platform’s library as they want each month and costs just $9.99 per month. The library contains over 150 titles from Microsoft Studios and third-party game developers and publishers, with new titles added on a regular basis as part of Xbox Game Pass’ Games with Gold program.

What is Microsoft Game Pass?

If you’re unfamiliar with Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass, it’s a subscription service that grants access to over 100 PC and console games. In other words, instead of having to buy an individual game at $60 or more when it releases, you can pay $10 a month for unlimited access. This is an increasingly popular concept among video game developers: Sony launched PlayStation Now in 2015; Nintendo offers access to a variety of classic games through its virtual console services; and Ubisoft sells select titles as part of its Uplay+ program.

What makes it different?

An online subscription service was thought to be a poor choice for games with high install bases, which were expected to drive in-store sales. However, as Microsoft (Xbox) has learned through its Xbox Game Pass program, offering an all-you-can-eat buffet of games can actually be beneficial for both parties. Since launching in late June 2017, Xbox Game Pass subscriptions have nearly doubled year over year. That might not seem like much on first glance; however, it still means that around one out of every 10 people who own an Xbox One signed up for Game Pass within six months of launch – at no cost to them. For those keeping score at home, that’s more than twice Apple Music’s conversion rate within its first six months. These results are impressive given how few people play video games regularly enough to ever reach a point where they need a subscription service like Game Pass.

Pricing

$9.99/month for unlimited access to a library of over 100 titles, with new games added every month, along with cloud saves and four-hour demo support. A 14-day free trial is available, but require your credit card information before you can access it. The first month is free if you subscribe through Amazon Prime. However, Amazon doesn’t offer that option in some regions. You can also purchase and play games individually through Game Pass at $19.99 each or less, though obviously that isn’t what you pay for here.

Final Thoughts

One of Microsoft’s biggest advantages in gaming is its massive library of games that comes with an annual subscription. The standard price for an annual Xbox Game Pass membership is $99, though for a limited time you can pick one up for $74.99 as part of Amazon Prime Day deals. Subscribing to an annual plan lets you play over 100 games in total, including Halo 5: Guardians, Gears of War 4, Forza Horizon 3 and several other modern titles. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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