CD Projekt Red has released a free next-gen update for Cyberpunk 2077 optimized for the PlayStation 5 Pro. The patch introduces AI-driven upscaling via PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) and three new graphics modes catering to different performance preferences.
Epic Games has laid off approximately 20% of its staff following a significant drop in Fortnite revenue and player engagement. This downturn challenges the industry's decade-long pursuit of the 'forever game' model, signaling a potential shift in how publishers approach live-service titles.
Shimizu Corporation proposed the Luna Ring, a massive solar array around the Moon's equator designed to beam continuous power to Earth. Utilizing robots and lunar resources, the project aims to end reliance on fossil fuels, though it faces immense financial and technological hurdles.
Recent high-profile releases like Crimson Desert and Starfield illustrate a growing disconnect between '1.0' launches and the actual state of game development. Industry analysis suggests that adopting transparent Early Access labels would better manage player expectations and improve feedback loops.
Japanese game designer Jiro Ishii has revealed that crowdfunding platform Ubgoe is withholding over $170,000 USD raised for the visual novel Shibuya Scramble Stories. The platform claims a banking error is to blame, but legal counsel suspects foul play as the developers fight to recover the funds.
Valve appears to be developing a new Steam feature that displays estimated frame rates for games based on anonymous user data. Code found in the Steam client suggests players will soon be able to input their PC specs to see expected performance charts before purchasing.
Iran has entered its 37th day of nationwide internet isolation, officially breaking the world record for the longest shutdown imposed on an entire state. The blockade has decimated the country's IT industry and e-commerce sector, leaving connectivity at just one percent of normal levels.
A lawsuit against Yale New Haven Health alleges that reliance on remote 'tele-ICU' technology contributed to the death of a 26-year-old patient. The family claims the virtual care model resulted in a lack of on-site assessment and poor communication during a medical emergency.
Sony has removed the entire catalogs of several publishers, including GoGame Console Publisher and VRCForge Studios, from its digital storefronts. The move targets alleged shovelware and low-effort 'asset flips' that mimic popular indie titles. This action follows a larger trend of platform holders cleaning up their ecosystems to improve store quality.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott faced significant online backlash after reposting an AI-generated image that he claimed depicted the rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran. The image was quickly flagged as synthetic, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding media literacy and the spread of AI deepfakes in political discourse.
A new study reveals that using smartphones on the toilet significantly raises the likelihood of developing haemorrhoids due to prolonged sitting. Researchers recommend following a five-minute rule and leaving devices outside the bathroom to mitigate health risks.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has released a video threat targeting the massive Stargate AI data center currently under development in Abu Dhabi. The facility, a major joint venture with US tech giants, represents a significant expansion of AI infrastructure in the Middle East and is valued at $30 billion.
A group of lawmakers led by Senator Ron Wyden has alerted the Director of National Intelligence that using VPNs might inadvertently strip Americans of their legal privacy protections. The senators argue that because intelligence agencies treat obscured locations as foreign, domestic users risk being swept up in surveillance dragnets.
Beyond the hype of DLSS 5, NVIDIA's latest GTC presentation highlighted practical neural rendering applications that drastically optimize memory usage. Technologies like Neural Texture Compression can lower VRAM consumption by up to 85% while maintaining high visual fidelity.
Digital Extremes celebrates Warframe's 13th anniversary with a Nintendo Switch 2 launch and a new horror-inspired update. The studio also reaffirmed its commitment to human-created content, strictly ruling out the use of generative AI in its projects.
