In an attempt to stay relevant when the next-gen consoles arrive, GameStop is looking to provide its customers with a cheaper way to avail the Xbox Series X/S and the PlayStation 5.
GameStop is now considering giving more ways for gamers to get their hands on an Xbox Series X/S or a PlayStation 5 this holiday season. Instead of paying for the full price of the console upfront, the gaming store has other plans.
According to reports, GameStop has already listed a few new ways to get the next-gen consoles without emptying wallets. GameStop proposes three various options: direct layaway, rent-to-own, and instalment plan.
Instalment plans will be provided by third-party companies such as Klarna and Quadpay. The credit company will allow buyers to divide the bill into four payments over six weeks. The instalment plan will be 0% thus, making the end price the same.
For layaways, GameStop will manage this mode of payment directly. When availing direct layaway, customers will need to pay small instalments over a particular period of time. Only after the instalments are paid and the full price of the console has been received, will the customer get their device.
Finally, GameStop will have to partner with a third-party company in order to provide a rent-to-own option. For this mode of payment, the buyer pays a partial amount upfront, take home the console that they like and pay the remaining balance over the next months.
Ubisoft has revealed that a Prince of Persia game is in the works which will be a remake of The Sands of Time installment. The Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake will be released on January 21, 2021, and will be playable on the Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC.
The game was officially revealed today during the Ubisoft Forward streaming event but not before multiple leaks spoiled the game’s comeback. This will be the first game remake from the developer, Ubisoft.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time’s most memorable feature is the ability to rewind time to undo fatal mistakes such as being killed by traps and enemies, falling from a building, and even freeze enemies and move obstacles. The game was first released In 2003 and was critically acclaimed. This game also served as an inspiration to the now popular Assassin’s Creed franchise.
According to the developers, this remake has been redeveloped from the ground up utilizing Assassin’s Creed Origins Engine which features improved mo-cap movement, revitalized combat gameplay, and a new in-game camera.
The remake will also feature the original voice actor for the protagonist, Yuri Lowenthal, and newcomer Supinder Wraich who plays the alluring Princess Farah. Similar to the 2003 release, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake will also include the classic Prince of Persia game which was originally released back in 1989.
New game features
A Classic Reborn
Players get to experience the original legendary story of the Prince who is seeking redemption. Travel back in time with the comeback of the Yuri Lowenthal – the Prince’s original voice actor and meet a courageous new Farah.
Reimagined for Today
Battle against new enemy models and take pleasure in exclusive new cinematic arrangements including improved sounds, animations, and soundtrack.
Wield the Power of Time
Utilize the Sands of Time and use the dagger to accelerate, reverse, freeze, and slow time while solving challenging puzzles.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake has now been officially confirmed.
The game is developed by Ubisoft Pune and is built using the same engine as Assassin’s Creed.
Drown in the majestic views of ancient Persia with more realistic visuals, improved rendering, and effects while fighting cursed enemies through the game.
Up-to-date controls
Controls, cameras, and combat experience have been totally overhauled and updated to meet today’s gaming standards.
Apple is undisputedly a leader in technology — mastering the smartphone and creating innovative new products yearly including wearable devices and wireless headphones. While there is growing competition, they’ve managed to maintain their role as key players and visionaries in the tech world.
As new features are introduced, users are being treated to a new level of possibilities — and developers are also reaping the benefits. Apple shows no signs of slowing down as they continue to develop new features and software aimed at expanding and enriching their users’ experiences.
Changing with the Times
While their smartphones tend to fall on the higher end of the price range, the benefits that come with Apple products often outweigh the cost. Users expect a seamless experience when they select a smartphone and Apple has managed to continue to create products that take the user’s experience to heart. As technology becomes more sophisticated and buyers’ needs change, iPhones have adapted to the market and added new additions to enhance the experience — including group facetime, editing live photos, and the ability to send money through Facebook’s Messenger app.
All About the Apps
Apple currently holds over two million apps in their App Store and they vary in utility across hundreds of categories. As the competition increases, they’ve continued to control a majority of the market. They offer practicality and straight-forward applications — users can securely store their payment information on their Apple account and download their desired app with a single tap. Convenience plays a key role in the App Store, as apps are updated routinely. Developers and users can feel confident knowing their information is stored safely in the App Store — Apple tests and validates all apps they provide, whether or not they’re free to download.
How Swift Changed the Game
Swift — a programming language for iOS — has been a topic of discussion ever since its first mention in 2014. It’s mission is to create more meaningful engagement between app developers, businesses, and the users themselves. A program that allows for increased safety and quality control offers peace of mind for smartphone users.
It’s clean syntax and efficient coding are major benefits to developers — less time is spent searching for problematic code; its readability allows for any existing programs to adopt Swift into their set of tools. When it comes to safety, developing a secure app should be a priority. According to experts at Guarana Technologies, Swift’s syntax offers developers greater stability and fewer chances of their program crashing.
These advantages open up a lot of doors for eager developers looking to make their mark in the app space. Swift allows them to create clean, simplified content that offers their target audience a seamless, user-friendly experience.
Connecting Multiple Devices
Most smartphone users have more than one electronic device, and if they have multiple Apple products, they are reaping the benefits from the seamless connectivity. Creating iCloud allowed users to store their photos, contacts, and any important notes that are accessible on any of their Apple devices. This innovation keeps everything in sync.
Razer just released their latest gaming accessory – chewing gum for gamers. The gum aims to boost a player’s focus and reaction time while playing games. Razer collaborated with 5 Gum from Mars Wrigley to create the “Respawn by 5 Gum” which comes in three flavors – pomegranate watermelon, tropical punch, and cool mint.
The gum is now available in the market at $2.99 for a 15-stick pack and $27.99 for 10 packs. Fans can also order through Razer’s official website and select Amazon stores. Aside from this, Razer’s flavored energy drink which was launched in 2019 is also up for grabs.
Razer revealed that the gum was produced with “an extensive amount of R&D” including examining gaming schedules, daily routines, and even snacking habits of pro gamers. Fans who were disgusted by the high caffeine content of their energy drink, they might like this new product which only caffeine source is from a green tea extract.
Razer announced that it wants to create a gum that can be taken at any time of the day to keep players focused as well as consistently affect them even if the game is over. Amusingly, the gum’s color is black but Razer ensured that the gum won’t turn the consumer’s mouth into the same color.
Everyone is trying to involve themselves in the popularity of games, and now, one of the most famous candy makes, if not the best, has found a way in thanks to an alliance with Razer.
PUBG Mobile has achieved another success milestone as SensorTower reports that the game has now reached over $3.5 billion revenue from microtransactions since it was released in March 2017.
The game is still steadily growing since its lifetime revenue back in July was just $3 billion. The game only needed just a few months to add $500 million which when estimated works at about $7 million per day.
For this year alone, PUBG Mobile has attained over $1.8 billion in microtransaction allocation alone. This estimate for the game covers both the core PUBG Mobile and its Chinese version called Game For Peace.
PUBG Mobile’s biggest market today is China, where its players have cooperatively spent over $1.9 billion on the game since it was first released – and this is for iOS players alone. The United States is PUBG Mobile’s second-biggest market with Japan just following close behind at third.
Talking about platforms, PUBG Mobile’s iOS version has tallied 80% of microtransaction sales based on SensorTower’s study. Meanwhile, PUBG Mobile has also achieved another milestone in terms of reach. The game now has over 770 million downloads across the world on all available platforms. PUBG Mobile has registered at least 198 million downloads for 2020 alone.
Fans who want to know more about PUBG Mobile’s download and sales figures can view SensorTower’s full report here.
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Basic Navigation:
Thanks to the menu symbol, you can begin the cycle rapidly to discover the kind of document that was lost. This makes it simpler to kick the recuperation cycle off so you can bring back the lost records quicker.
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Microsoft’s next-gen consoles’ launch lineup has come full circle. During Microsoft’s next-gen revelations last Wednesday, the company confirmed several games launching alongside the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S which includes Gears Tactics.
The XCOM-like strategy game which is being developed by Splash Damage was previously launched last April for the PC. Microsoft already revealed that the game was coming to their next-gen consoles but fans now know precisely when – November 10, 2020. Gear Tactics will also be available on the Xbox One.
In addition to Gears Tactics, Gears5 will also be coming to the Xbox Series S/X and will feature up to 120FPS. Since the game is already available on the Xbox One, it will reasonably be available on the next-gen consoles’ release date too.
The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are set to be released on November 10 and preorders will start on September 22. The consoles are worth $499 and $299 respectively. Players can also avail the console through the Xbox All Access Plan at $35/$25 per month.
The jaw-dropping reveal for Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War multiplayer mode has finally arrived last night.
This has set player speculations for the upcoming beta test which was already confirmed to be first available on the PlayStation 4. Activision also announced the exact date when the beta will begin, and there will be various dates during which it will be available depending on the user’s platform and if they have preordered the main game.
Players might find it confusing to have two beta tests with early access during each one. This is why we’ve gathered all the information you need to know in accessing Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War beta testing phase. The good thing is, whether players preorder or not, they will be given the chance to try the game before it is launched.
Beta Start Dates
The developers have revealed that there will be two beta-testing “weekends” but the term used was wrong since they will last for five days. The first beta testing phase will run exclusively on the PlayStation 4, with players with preorders getting access first before it opens to all PlayStation 4 users. Activision also noted that a PlayStation Plus subscription is required in some regions.
The second beta test will run on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC and will have crossplay support. This too will be accessible first by players who have preordered the game on the PC and Xbox One while all PlayStation 4 users will get access immediately. Xbox Live Gold will be required for Xbox One users.
Beta Phase 1 (Only for PlayStation 4)
October 8 to 12
Early Access – October 8 to 9
Open Access – October 10 to 12
Beta Phase 2 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC – crossplay enabled)
October 15 to 19
Early Access – October 15 to 16
Open Access – October 17 to 19
How to Gain Access
Players can get guaranteed beta access by preordering the Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War main game. Activision also offered beta-testing code giveaways during the Call of Duty League tournament.
Platforms Available
The Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War beta will be accessible on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. The full game will also be launched on the next-gen consoles.
Nintendo has revealed that they would be releasing a limited edition Switch Fortnite Edition on October 30, 2020.
The Switch Fortnite Edition bundle contains a Switch hardware that features a unique design on the dock as well as its console. The Joy-Con controllers will also come in exclusive blue and yellow colors.
The bundle will have the Fortnite game already pre-installed as well as a Wildcat Bundle download code. Upon using the code, players will receive a Wildcat Outfit, two exclusive styles, and 2000 V-bucks. The sad news is the Fortnite Switch bundle will only be released in European countries for now.
Since the game’s launch on the Nintendo Switch back in June 2018, Fortnite has become one of the most downloaded games on the Nintendo Switch in European countries, its developers said.
After the battle royale game’s eviction from iOS and Android devices, the Nintendo Switch remains as one of the few ways players can play the game portably.
Microsoft gave official confirmation that it will be increasing the price for its Game Pass for the PC this September as the subscription service is now leaving beta and has entered full general availability.
Starting on September 17, Microsoft’s subscription service will withdraw its introductory rate of $4.99 / £3.99 per month. Starting from their next billing period, subscribers will now have to pay $9.99 / £7.99 which are similar to what Game Pass console subscribers are paying.
ICYMI: we're going into General Availability next week. wanna take this opportunity to thank everyone who gave us feedback (yes, even the ANGRY ALL CAPS kind) throughout the beta. we couldn't have done it without you guys!!!
The PC Game Pass was launched for beta testing last year. Even if the subscription has a similar name as the one in Xbox consoles, Microsoft specified that the PC version is a newly designed experience that caters specifically to the demands of PC game developers as well as PC gamers.
The PC Game Pass subscription service provides unlimited access to more than 100 games on Windows 10 including ones from Deep Silver, Bethesda, Paradox Interactive, Sega, and Devolver Digital. The service also adds a few new games each month.
A few days ago, Microsoft revealed that Xbox Game Pass Ultimate as well as PC subscribers will be getting an EA Play membership with no additional cost starting this holiday season.
EA Play currently hosts more than 60 games such as Titanfall2, FIFA2, Anthem, Need for Speed Heat, and a few titles from The Sims, Skate, Mass Effect, and Battlefield franchises. Subscribers will also be getting early access to several new EA games such as FIFA 21 as well as a 10% discount when purchasing EA digital games.
Worth $14.99/£10.99, the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate incorporates Xbox Live Gold membership with the Xbox Game Pass for PC and console.
