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Starfinder Afterlight brings Paizo adventure and Neil Newbon to Steam in 2026
Epictellers Entertainment announces their upcoming turn-based RPG set in the Starfinder universe. The game will launch on PC through Steam early access in 2026. Players can register for a Kickstarter campaign to participate in development. Paizo collaborates with Epictellers on this digital adaptation of their tabletop game. The project brings Starfinder's second edition rules to video games for the first time. The adventure features six character companions representing different combat roles. These classes span soldier, envoy, operative, mystic, solarian, and witchwarper categories. Players explore multiple universe locations through narrative-driven gameplay. Decision-making affects the story's outcome throughout the experience...
Battlefield 6 to launch with Intel XeSS 2 support and Core CPU optimizations in October
Electronic Arts selected Intel as the official PC partner for Battlefield 6, bringing advanced optimization features to the upcoming military shooter. The collaboration delivers XeSS 2 technology support at launch, enabling upscaling, frame generation, and low-latency enhancements across multiple graphics card brands. Intel's latest SDK update extends XeSS 2 compatibility beyond Arc graphics cards to NVIDIA and AMD hardware. The partnership targets Intel Core and Core Ultra processors with specific performance improvements. Development teams implemented scheduler optimizations that direct game processes to appropriate processor threads for enhanced stability. Players can expect Application Performance Optimization support alongside...
Esports hotel guests in China steal AMD CPUs and RTX 5070s using a bought screwdriver
Thieves disguised as guests conducted a hardware robbery at a Chinese esports hotel, targeting expensive computer components. The perpetrators systematically removed AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics cards from gaming systems. They purchased screwdrivers during their stay, suggesting the theft occurred spontaneously rather than through planning. The criminals ignored memory modules, cooling systems, and storage devices, focusing solely on the most valuable components. The hotel owner discovered the theft after the guests departed and blocked his WeChat messages. Security footage revealed three compromised gaming builds, with stolen components valued between $5,000 and $10,000. Chinese authorities can...
SpaceX tests Starship upper stage for Flight 10 after June explosion, launch set for mid-August
SpaceX completed testing of a Starship prototype yesterday following an explosion that occurred more than one month earlier during ground operations. The company plans to launch Flight 10 in mid-August, according to Elon Musk's recent statements. Flight 9 achieved engine firing success but failed to complete in-space Raptor ignition and lost vehicle control during atmospheric reentry. The Federal Aviation Administration requires in-space ignition demonstrations before granting orbital classification status to the rocket system. This capability proves SpaceX can maintain vehicle control and prevent uncontrolled atmospheric entry scenarios. The June explosion during propellant loading operations significantly delayed upper stage testing...
Julian Brown returns after threats halt Plastoline work, details iCloud hacking ordeal
Julian Brown, creator of the plastic-to-fuel device Plastoline, has returned to public activity after weeks of silence following security threats. The internet personality disappeared from social media on July 9th, following an announcement that he had faced attacks from unknown sources. His 1.8 million Instagram followers speculated wildly during his absence from the platform. Brown recently revealed that hackers compromised his iCloud account and monitored his smartphone activities remotely. He maintains his belief that he serves as a vessel for collective consciousness and that opposition against him represents resistance to global progress. Plastoline operates as a solar-powered pyrolysis machine that transforms plastic waste into...
ArcheAge Chronicles ditches large-scale PvP for narrative-driven action RPG launch in 2026
XL Games transformed ArcheAge Chronicles from the original ArcheAge 2 concept by eliminating large-scale player versus player combat and territorial conquest systems. The developers redesigned the sandbox elements to appeal to player versus environment audiences while maintaining core features like trading, crafting, sailing, and housing. The online action RPG targets a 2026 release across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series platforms. Trade missions remain available for solo players and groups, though the mechanics support action combat rather than massive raid formations. Housing systems enable shared neighborhoods without whole-city construction capabilities. Guild structures emphasize collaboration and shared progression instead of...
Starfield set for PlayStation 5 launch in spring 2026 alongside new expansion
Microsoft plans to bring Starfield to PlayStation 5 during spring 2026 rather than the previously rumored 2025 timeline. Sources informed MP1st that the delay stems partly from disappointing sales figures for the Shattered Space expansion. The company will bundle the PlayStation release with a second unannounced expansion and various gameplay improvements. Bethesda's space exploration title remains exclusive to Xbox Series consoles and PC platforms at present. The Shattered Space expansion has struggled commercially despite receiving praise for its narrative elements and atmospheric design. Critics argue the add-on fails to differentiate itself sufficiently from the base game while commanding a premium price point. Microsoft appears...
Nintendo Switch consoles see price hike in US and Canada as Switch 2 holds steady
Nintendo raised console prices across all Switch models following market condition changes. Target accidentally revealed the new pricing structure before the official August 3 announcement date. The base Switch model increased from $299 to $339.99, while the Lite version rose from $199 to $229. The OLED variant jumped from $349 to $399, representing the most significant price adjustment. Canadian consumers experienced similar increases in June, with prices rising by $20 across all models. The base Switch moved from $399 CAD to $419 CAD, and the OLED version climbed from $449 CAD to $489 CAD. Nintendo attributed these adjustments to current market forces affecting the gaming industry. The company maintained that Switch 2 pricing remains...
Arc System Works debuts Marvel Tokon gameplay ahead of EVO 2025 hands-on demo
Arc System Works released gameplay footage for Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls before its appearance at EVO 2025. The developer presented this material as a tutorial for newcomers who plan to attend the tournament. This 4v4 fighting game emerged during last month's PlayStation State of Play presentation. The video demonstrates combat mechanics through Captain America as the primary example character. Other fighters receive less screen time despite their availability at launch. The tutorial provides comprehensive instructions for potential players. EVO attendees will encounter extended wait times to experience the game firsthand. Captain America dominates the footage while other characters appear briefly. The presentation moves at a...

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