It’s been approximately 30 days since the release of Destiny 2, Bungie’s much anticipated sequel to its online-only shooter-MMO hybrid. There’s been a fair number of controversies along the way, as to be expected with the tumultuous Destiny fanbase. Players have mourned the loss of infinite-use shaders, items that can change the color of our armor and weapons. They’ve complained about specific design changes, like the loss of gun “rolls” that now makes every weapon drop exactly the same. (A blessing, if you ask me.) Diehard fans are now complaining about not having enough stuff to do, at a time when it feels like every player is racing some imaginary clock to vacuum up everything the game has to offer. … [Read more...] about Destiny 2’s biggest achievement is that it fits into your life
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Resident Evil Village ‘Maiden’ demo impressions: A tense showcase for what’s to come
Now that we got out of the way, we can talk a bit more about the demo itself, called Maiden, which is only available right now on the PS5. Like with Resident Evil 7, the Resident Evil Village demo isn't a level from the complete title. Rather, it takes place in the same world but follows a different protagonist. Both act as showcases for the games' atmospheres and set up the villains and main locales. They're also both very short; Resident Evil 7's was maybe 20 minutes while Maiden clocks in at maybe 15 minutes, although you could probably complete it in 10. … [Read more...] about Resident Evil Village ‘Maiden’ demo impressions: A tense showcase for what’s to come
SolarWinds hack officially blamed on Russia: What you need to know
Which government agencies were infected with the malware?According to reports from Reuters, The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal, the malware affected the US departments of Homeland Security, State, Commerce and Treasury, as well as the National Institutes of Health. Politico reported on Dec. 17 that nuclear programs run by the US Department of Energy and the National Nuclear Security Administration were also targeted. … [Read more...] about SolarWinds hack officially blamed on Russia: What you need to know
The Razer Kiyo is a 1080p webcam with a ring light on sale for $80 today only
The Razer Kiyo webcam has dropped to $79.99 at Best Buy. The Kiyo normally sells for $100 and does not vary from that price very often. The next best price right now is $87 at Walmart, but most retailers like Target are still selling it for $100. The drop to $80 is one of the best we've ever seen. … [Read more...] about The Razer Kiyo is a 1080p webcam with a ring light on sale for $80 today only
Apple confirms new iPhone will be delayed ‘a few weeks’ from typical September launch
Apple's admission comes after a chorus of analysts, reports and partners have been suggesting the company's all-important typical fall iPhone launch would be slowed by the coronavirus. The pandemic, which has upended lives and economies around the world, has been accelerating its spread, raising questions about when countries and businesses will return to some sense of what's normal. … [Read more...] about Apple confirms new iPhone will be delayed ‘a few weeks’ from typical September launch