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A stunning 3D outdoor scene made using Blender and Unreal Engine 5
Renowned 3D Environment Artist Son Nguyen has recently released the second installment of his ambitious project, Forgotten Echoes. This digital environment project serves as a platform for Nguyen to showcase and enhance his artistic skills.
In the last three months, Riot Games has cut more than 500 jobs
In the past year, more than 9,000 people lost their jobs in the video game industry, and this trend is continuing in 2024. The latest company to make layoffs is Riot Games, the creator of League of Legends. On Monday night, the company shared that they are making changes to focus on fewer, but more important projects to ensure a better future.
Android users will be able to make audio and video calls with X
X Elon Musk’s social network, now allows users to make audio and video calls directly from the app.
Android users will be able to use the feature after an update to the app, according to one of the X engineers working on the project.
Amazon is offering a gift card worth up to $200 when you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, or S24 Ultra
You can now pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S24, set to be released on January 31. Amazon is currently offering free credits with preorders, making it a great time to grab the latest model. Check out the best deals available today if you’re interested in any of the three Samsung Galaxy S24 models.
The iOS 17.3 release is coming next week: 3 key features you know about
A slew of new features will be available in iOS 17.3 next week, which is sure to elicit a range of reactions from users. Among the highlights are the introduction of Stolen Device Protection, the ability to create collaborative Apple Music playlists
Copilot Pro brings AI-powered Office features to everyone
Microsoft initially introduced its AI-driven Office features for businesses in November, and within just two months, these capabilities are now accessible to consumers. Launching today, Copilot Pro is available through a $20 monthly subscription
Home Robotics at CES 2024: What We Learned
New technology demonstrations showcasing robotics never fail to impress with their spectacular displays. As the use of mechatronics becomes more widespread in various industries, the awe-inspiring feats they accomplish continue to capture our imagination.
The Lost Crown is part Metroidvania, part Souls-like, and all fun
Just two weeks into 2024, a contender for Game of the Year has emerged! Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown isn’t just good, it’s a masterclass in crafting an engaging and rewarding 2D sidescrolling Metroidvania.
Elon Musk still plans to turn Twitter/X into a PayPal clone
Elon Musk’s vision for his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), seems to be evolving as rapidly as rockets leaving Earth. What began as a microblogging site is now morphing into an “everything app,” borrowing features from Venmo, PayPal, and beyond.
Team Fortress: Valve shut down fan projects for Source 2 and Portal 64
Team Fortress: Source 2, a project by fans aiming to bring Valve’s classic game to the Source 2 engine, has been officially discontinued. This decision comes after Valve issued a DMCA takedown request that led to the removal of the group’s GitHub repositories.