Activision's Cease and Desist Halts Exciting H2M Mod for Modern Warfare Fans In the realm of gaming, particularly for enthusiasts of Call of Duty, notable developments have emerged recently surrounding the H2M project. This modification aimed to transport the beloved multiplayer elements from the 2009 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 into the contemporary version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. As gamers awaited its arrival, excitement was palpable.
Scheduled for release on August 16th, the launch took a sudden turn when, just a day prior, the development team announced on Twitter/X that they had received a cease and desist directive from Activision, effectively halting their efforts. The mod team shared that they...
Aug 18, 2024
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Snowy Slopes Await: Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders Set to Thrill Indie Gamers Fans of indie games have a fresh and exciting adventure awaiting them with the upcoming sequel to Lonely Mountains: Downhill. This beloved title has captured the hearts of players in recent years, offering a thrilling experience centered around navigating down mountains while executing stunts on a mountain bike. Following extensive support and content additions, developer Megagon Industries is now set to unveil a new chapter in this exhilarating series.
Named Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders, this next installment retains the engaging essence of its forerunner but swaps out bikes for skis, allowing players to glide down picturesque snowy terrains. The game is...
Aug 17, 2024
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Understanding Call of Duty Matchmaking: Balancing Time, Skill, and Team Dynamics Among discussions in the online shooter community, particularly involving esports professionals, streamers, and casual players, the matchmaking system in Call of Duty frequently emerges as a hot topic. The system often appears flawed, placing players into lobbies where extraordinarily skilled opponents seem to dominate effortlessly. In response to players' concerns, Activision has initiated a blog series to explain in detail the workings of their skill-based matchmaking.
In the previous blog post, discussions revealed that factors such as voice chat options and the choice of Resurgence map play significant roles. The latest post highlights that the "time to match" holds greater importance...
Aug 02, 2024
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Reviving Lost Legends: The Quest to Preserve Before Crisis Final Fantasy 7 Game preservationists have embarked on a mission to make a Japan-exclusive prequel to Final Fantasy 7 more accessible than ever, despite the fact that the action RPG has been offline for over six years.
Set years before the events of the renowned JRPG, Before Crisis Final Fantasy 7 centers on the Turks. Initially released by Square Enix in Japan in 2004, the mobile game was supposed to come to the West, but those plans never materialized. Because of this, Before Crisis is notable as the only compilation of Final Fantasy 7 games that are not available outside Japan.
The final episode of...
Aug 01, 2024
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Petting Dogs and More: The Exciting Deus Ex Randomizer Mod Update With over two decades since its initial release, Deus Ex has cemented its place in gaming history as an iconic cyberpunk RPG. Now, thanks to the latest 3.0 update to its Randomizer Mod, the game not only stays relevant but offers new delightful features. The devs have gone the extra mile to ensure that both long-time fans and newcomers alike can enjoy a novel experience. So, what's new in this latest update, and how does it make the classic game feel fresh?
You can now interact more deeply with the cyberpunk world, notably by petting the game’s dogs, cats, and pigeons...
Jul 01, 2024
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Gleaming in Glory: How Skyrim’s Tableware Got a Mesmerizing Makeover We've always known Skyrim for its breathtaking landscapes and epic battles, but a new mod is drawing attention to something rather unexpected: tableware. Introducing GG's Complex Silverware, a mod that transforms mundane dishes and goblets into captivating works of art. Imagine pausing in your dragon-slaying journey just to admire a jug or a candlestick. That’s not an exaggeration; it’s exactly what you might find yourself doing once you see the beautiful textures and models introduced by this enhancement. A showpiece in your digital dining room.
As soon as you install GG's Complex Silverware mod, you’ll notice a monumental shift in your...
Jun 30, 2024
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Aging in Summoner's Rift: League of Legends' Shifting Demographics As the pixel dust settles over Summoner's Rift, it's evident that the champions aren't the only things that have aged within the League of Legends realm. Recent revelations by Riot Games' senior developers indicate a distinctive maturation in the player base of this once youth-dominated arena. Once the heartbeat of high school and middle schools all over, it seems the game now lives in a new epoch, with the echo of its older audience growing louder.
The rise and reign of League of Legends as an eSports phenomenon is undebatable. The game, which garnered overwhelming praise and a cult following after...
Jun 17, 2024
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Visual Discovery: Explore and Learn with YouTube's Integration with Google Lens Imagine pointing your camera at a fascinating piece of art and instantly accessing a series of YouTube videos explaining its history, technique, and significance. This innovative scenario is one step closer to reality as YouTube experiments with an image-based search option that leverages the power of Google Lens. By merging the vast database of YouTube with Google Lens’s object recognition technology, this feature has the potential to revolutionize how we gather information and quench our curiosity through visual cues.
By blending visual cues with the treasure trove of videos available on YouTube, this feature could significantly enhance our understanding of the...
Jun 16, 2024
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The Witcher 3 HD Reworked Project NextGen Edition: Elevating the Visual Experience Geralt of Rivia is preparing to step into the realm of ultra-high definition as the acclaimed Witcher 3 HD Reworked Project NextGen Edition gears up for its release later this year. This monumental project, helmed by the dedicated modder Halk Hogan, aims to breathe new life into one of the most beloved role-playing games of the past decade. With a track record of stunning visual enhancements, this latest iteration vows to deliver a truly 'next-gen' visual feast to the devoted fans of the series who wish to traverse the Continent in unparalleled clarity and realism.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt with...
Jun 05, 2024
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Anticipation Builds for Alan Wake 2's Night Springs DLC Reveal at Summer Game Fest The suspenseful universe of Alan Wake continues to captivate gamers worldwide with the enthralling stories woven by Remedy Entertainment. After the resounding success of Alan Wake 2, fans are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this supernatural thriller. Recently, a trail of cryptic messages and a significant date has fans frantically marking their calendars. June 7, 2024, could be a day that unfolds more of the enigmatic tale that is Alan Wake's journey as the Night Springs DLC looks set to debut at this year's Summer Game Fest.
The whispers began with a simple yet intriguing post on Remedy's online platforms....
Jun 06, 2024
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WoW's New Season of Discovery: Remixed Gems and Abilities from Mists of Pandaria World of Warcraft (WoW), the long-running MMORPG, is about to embark on yet another exciting journey with the upcoming Season of Discovery. This new season is set to bring a fresh twist to the gameplay dynamics by incorporating remixed gems and abilities originally introduced in the Mists of Pandaria expansion.
The Mists of Pandaria expansion, first released in 2012, brought a wealth of new content, including the lush and vibrant continent of Pandaria, a new monk class, and a wide array of unique gameplay mechanics. Among these features were special gems and abilities that added depth and strategy to character customization....
May 16, 2024
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Ubisoft Cancels The Division: Heartland to Refocus on XDefiant and Rainbow Six In a surprising turn of events, Ubisoft has decided to cancel The Division: Heartland to redirect its resources towards two other prominent projects: XDefiant and Rainbow Six. This strategic move aims to consolidate Ubisoft's efforts on their flagship titles, ensuring a better gaming experience for their community.
The Division: Heartland was first announced in May 2021 as a free-to-play spin-off set in a fictional small-town America. Modeled to be more accessible and offering a new survival-centric take on the beloved third-person shooter, the game had generated considerable anticipation among fans. Players were keen to explore its unique gameplay mechanics and narrative...