Playing Oblivion for the first time is like opening an RPG time capsule

SummaryMicrosoft is updating the Xbox home screen for faster access to favorite games, with new customization options set to roll out for Xbox Insiders. Players can pin up to three favorite games or apps to their recently-played list, hide system apps to reduce clutter, and control the visible tile count for a cleaner interface. These features are a response to user feedback for a more personalized experience, with initial availability for Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha...

Paramount Pictures has announced a second delay for The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender, pushing its release from January 30, 2026, to October 9, 2026, following an earlier postponement from October 10, 2025. Although no reason was given for the delay, the change allows for a more favorable fall release, as the slot was previously occupied by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2, which has now been moved to September 17, 2027. The...

Epic is requesting District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers to compel Apple to review and potentially approve its submission of Fortnite to the US App Store, alleging that Apple is in contempt of her April ruling that limits app rejections based on external payment links. Apple has delayed action on the submission while awaiting a Ninth Circuit decision, which Epic claims is retaliatory, asserting that their submission complies with Apple's guidelines. Epic seeks court enforcement of...

Two new games featuring parrying mechanics are Doom: The Dark Ages and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, offering contrasting gameplay experiences. In Doom, players utilize a shield to parry attacks in a fast-paced environment, while Expedition 33 requires precise timing to parry enemy attacks during turn-based combat, rewarding successful parries with action-packed counterattacks. Both games showcase rewarding parrying mechanics, despite the challenges presented, highlighting their unique takes on this gameplay element. Full Article

NASA engineers have successfully revived Voyager 1's backup thrusters, which had been inactive since 2004, due to the degradation of the primary thrusters from residue buildup. This revival was critical to maintain communication with Earth, especially with a looming deadline as the Earth-based antenna was scheduled for upgrades after May 4. After a tense 23-hour wait for signals, the team celebrated when the backup thrusters responded flawlessly, a testament to the engineers' ingenuity in addressing...

Summary Sonali De Rycker, a general partner at Accel and a prominent venture capitalist in Europe, expressed optimism about the continent's potential in artificial intelligence during a recent TechCrunch StrictlyVC event in London. However, she also cautioned against the risks of regulatory overreach, which could hinder the growth and innovation within the AI sector. De Rycker's insights highlight the delicate balance between fostering technological advancement and ensuring appropriate regulatory frameworks to support it. Full Article