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Hacker News Project Brings Realistic Soft Body Physics to Developers
A developer showcased a soft body jiggle physics project on Hacker News, highlighting real-time deformable simulations for games and animation.
Star Citizen Hits $1 Billion Crowdfunding Milestone, Still in Early Access
Star Citizen has raised $1 billion from backers but remains in early access after nine years of development, sparking debate about crowdfunding risks.
Google's Android XR Smart Glasses Face High Stakes but Offer Real Advantages
Google's Android XR platform is nearing reality with smart glasses that leverage Android integration. The company must overcome past failures and strong competition from Apple and Meta.
PlayStation Shifts Back to Single-Player Games After Live-Service Losses
Sony's PlayStation is refocusing on premium single-player games after costly live-service stumbles. The State of Play showcase made that pivot clear.
Tomb Raider Game Sparks Debate Over AI-Generated Content Label
A new Tomb Raider title includes a disclosure for AI-generated content, raising questions about transparency and player trust in the gaming industry.
Ayaneo's New Handheld Packs AI Into a Classic Game Boy Design
Ayaneo unveils the Konkr Pocket Block, a retro handheld with AI capabilities and a smaller frame than previous models.
AI Benchmark Prompt for GeoGuessr Fails After Model Update
A well-known prompt used to test AI geography skills no longer works on the O3 model, prompting debate about benchmark reliability and model drift.
Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Bricks $6,000 Cheating Devices
Riot Games' Vanguard anti-cheat update blocks expensive DMA cheating hardware, turning devices into paperweights. The studio then mocked cheaters on social media.
GTA 6 Online Could Finally Fix Rockstar's Biggest Vehicle Mistake
Rockstar has a chance to overhaul vehicle physics in GTA 6 Online, freeing players from years of frustrating aerial combat balancing.
Lenovo Probes Gray Market Piracy Allegations Tied to G10 Handheld
Lenovo investigates claims its China-only G10 handheld is being used for piracy. Third parties may pre-load illicit games to hike gray market prices.
eBay Rejects GameStop Takeover Bid, Calls Offer 'Not Credible'
eBay dismissed GameStop's $4.5 billion acquisition offer as 'not credible,' setting up a potential hostile takeover battle.
Smart Glasses Banned From Stadiums as Sports Leagues Target Betting Abuse
Professional sports leagues are banning smart glasses over fears they enable real-time betting abuse and insider information sharing.
Rechargeable batteries surge in popularity as consumers ditch disposables
Consumers are increasingly switching to rechargeable batteries, driven by cost savings and environmental concerns. New models offer longer life and faster charging, making disposables obsolete.
Sony's Wireless LCR Speaker System Takes on Sonos With Dolby Atmos
Sony unveils the Bravia Theatre Trio, a wireless left-center-right speaker system that delivers immersive Dolby Atmos sound without a soundbar.
A Founder's $14 Million Raise Started With a Talk, Not a Pitch
Alyx van der Vorm raised $14 million by speaking at events instead of cold emailing investors. She argues the best backers want to discover founders, not be pitched to.
EU Regulations Force Nintendo to Make Switch 2 Batteries Replaceable
Nintendo will sell a special Switch 2 in the EU with user-swappable batteries to comply with European law. The move sets a precedent for future console designs.
Steam Deck Price Hikes Signal Enduring Hardware Cost Crisis
Valve's Steam Deck price jump of over 40% shows AI demand and geopolitics are pushing hardware costs to a painful new normal for consumers.
Belkin's Charging Grip Adds Battery Life and Better Handling to Switch 2
Belkin’s new Charging Grip for Nintendo Switch 2 adds a 10,000mAh battery pack and improved ergonomics for $99.99.