Overwatch 2 embraces Street Fighter crossover in novel skin update

Friday, May 9, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

In a cross-genre collision that’s equal parts unexpected and overdone, Blizzard is mixing things up by dropping Street Fighter 6 skins into Overwatch 2. While some fans wonder if the game’s losing its original flair (or just becoming another Fortnite), the quirky fusion is certainly fueling banter and renewed interest among the loyal fanbase.

ign.com / Overwatch 2 Is Getting a Street Fighter 6 Crossover Event and Fans Have Thoughts About The Skin Choices

gamespot.com / Overwatch 2 Adding Street Fighter 6 Skins--And Maybe More--In New Crossover

kotaku.com / Overwatch 2’s Street Fighter Collaboration Would Be Cool If The Game Wasn’t Becoming Fortnite

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Clair Obscur Patch shakes up Expedition 33 gameplay balance

Friday, May 9, 2025, 10:20 am more...

Developers of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 have rolled out Patch 1.2.3, dramatically nerfing the game’s most dominant party member. This update aims to rebalance combat dynamics and curb previously game-breaking strategies while eliciting mixed reactions from an engaged player base.

kotaku.com / Should You Feed The Small Bourgeon In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

gamespot.com / Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's New Patch Nerfs The Strongest Party Member

ign.com / Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Patch 1.2.3 Is a Big One, Nerfs Maelle's Game-Breaking Stendahl Build

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Paradox Unveils Europa Universalis 5 Grand Strategy Epic

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Paradox Interactive has unveiled Europa Universalis 5 with promises of an unrelenting, historically steep challenge. This new installment pledges to reinvigorate the franchise with deep strategic gameplay and innovative mechanics that both test veterans and entice newcomers, ensuring plenty of room for debate—and triumphs.

ign.com / Europa Universalis V Announced as Paradox's Next Grand Strategy Game With Cinematic Reveal Trailer

gamespot.com / Europa Universalis 5 Is Unabashedly Hardcore, And I Love It

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Path of Exile 2 Huntress Strategies Spotlighted

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Gamers have been treated to in‑depth guides delineating the Huntress’s early game prowess in Path of Exile 2. These tactical insights aim to help players optimize her abilities and navigate the game’s evolving meta, adding a fresh twist to the long-running action RPG’s competitive landscape.

kotaku.com / Rush Endgame With These Path of Exile 2 Huntress Tips

kotaku.com / Path of Exile 2’s Huntress Has Powerful Early Game Skills You Should Take Advantage Of

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Expedition 33 patch to balance overpowered build

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 11:20 am more...

Players of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 discovered a game-breaking build capable of dealing over two billion damage, prompting immediate developer concern. In response, a patch is on its way to restore balance and fair play in this beloved turn‐based RPG, ensuring competitive integrity in epic battles.

kotaku.com / A Beginner's Guide To Maelle In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

techspot.com / Former Ubisoft director, Clair Obscur maker slams AAA dev bloat: "It would've taken 25 years" to make my game

kotaku.com / Clair Obscur Has A Build So Busted You Can Do Over 3 Billion Damage With It, But Not For Long

gamespot.com / Expedition 33 Patch Will Fix One Of The Most Broken Builds In The Game

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Figma Unveils Comprehensive AI-Powered Design Suite

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 12:21 pm more...

Figma has rolled out a host of AI-powered design tools that promise to streamline project workflows, from site and app prototyping to an intriguingly named “vibe-coding” feature. This bold update is set to challenge rivals and redefine digital design, leaving traditional creatives to wonder if they, too, can catch the AI bug.

cnbc.com / Figma introduces 'vibe-coding' AI software design feature

theverge.com / Figma’s big AI update takes on Adobe, WordPress, and Canva

techcrunch.com / Figma releases new AI-powered tools for creating sites, app prototypes, and marketing assets

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Windows 12 Rumors Spark Debate Over Microsoft’s Next Leap

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 7:20 am more...

With Windows 10 support ending soon, chatter mounts over Microsoft’s long-rumored Windows 12. Critics and enthusiasts alike are divided, with some hailing it as a necessary evolution and others skeptical of the next big change, all while the industry's excitement borders on absurd hype.

tomshardware.com / Windows 10 support is ending — but End of 10 wants you to switch to Linux

betanews.com / Move over Windows 11, Windows 12 is the Microsoft operating system we need

theregister.com / Microsoft moved the goalposts once. Will Windows 12 bring another shift?

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Minecraft Drops VR Support in Major Update

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6:20 pm more...

In a decisive move that has both VR enthusiasts cheering and lamenting, Mojang confirmed Minecraft’s official discontinuation of virtual and mixed reality support. The update marks the end of an era for immersive mining adventures—guess players will have to stick to the classic blocky world!

engadget.com / Minecraft ended virtual reality support today

theverge.com / Minecraft’s VR support is now gone

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Fedora Linux Now Official On WSL

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 1:21 pm more...

Microsoft has expanded its Windows Subsystem for Linux by officially adding Fedora Linux. Users can now install Fedora directly via the command line, enhancing developers’ cross-platform workflows and reaffirming Microsoft’s commitment to diversified OS support in an increasingly hybrid computing environment.

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winbuzzer.com / Windows Subsystem for Linux Adds Fedora as Officially Supported Distribution

betanews.com / Microsoft finally makes Fedora an official Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) distribution

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