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Battlefield 6 Open Beta Hype Explodes Ahead of Tomorrow’s Launch

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Hype Explodes Ahead of Tomorrow’s Launch

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Hype Explodes Ahead of Tomorrow’s Launch Battlefield 6’s highly anticipated open beta is poised for a massive rollout, with unprecedented player interest already evident days before servers officially go live. On Monday, August 4, the game’s preloading phase alone saw nearly 10,000 concurrent players on Steam, signaling immense excitement for the upcoming shooter. This significant engagement occurred despite players not being able to access the game until the beta commences. While the Steam figures represent just…

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Itch.io Deindexes Adult Games Under Payment Processor Pressure; Audit Underway

Itch.io Deindexes Adult Games Under Payment Processor Pressure; Audit Underway

Itch.io Deindexes Adult Games Under Payment Processor Pressure; Audit Underway Indie video game marketplace Itch.io has announced a significant policy shift this week, deindexing all adult and not-safe-for-work (NSFW) games from its browse and search pages. This immediate action was taken to prioritize its relationship with payment partners and ensure compliance with their requirements, following a campaign by advocacy group Collective Shout. The move mirrors a similar decision by Steam earlier this month, both platforms responding to pressure concerning controversial…

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Steam’s New Content Rule: Payment Processors Gain Veto Power Over Games, Sparking Censorship Concerns

Steam’s New Content Rule: Payment Processors Gain Veto Power Over Games, Sparking Censorship Concerns

Steam’s New Content Rule: Payment Processors Gain Veto Power Over Games, Sparking Censorship Concerns Steam has implemented a significant new guideline, granting payment processors and financial institutions the power to influence game content on its platform. The updated clause states that games violating “rules and standards set forth by Steam’s payment processors and related card networks and banks, or internet network providers” are now subject to removal. This policy shift has immediately resulted in the removal of numerous titles, predominantly…

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Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Confirmed to Support VRR, Despite Company’s Claims

Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Confirmed to Support VRR, Despite Company’s Claims

Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Confirmed to Support VRR, Despite Company’s Claims A recent investigation by The Verge has uncovered a surprising technical capability of the Nintendo Switch 2’s official TV dock: it fully supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) output. This discovery comes despite Nintendo’s official statement on May 16th, where the company apologized for “incorrect information” and clarified that the Switch 2 would support VRR only in handheld mode, not when docked to a TV. The confirmation was made by…

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Indie Game Frenzy: Steam Summer Sale Heats Up Alongside Fresh Releases and Success Stories

Indie Game Frenzy: Steam Summer Sale Heats Up Alongside Fresh Releases and Success Stories

Indie Game Frenzy: Steam Summer Sale Heats Up Alongside Fresh Releases and Success Stories The gaming world is buzzing with activity as the Steam Summer Sale kicks off, offering a treasure trove of deals for PC gamers. While deal hunters scour for bargains, the indie scene continues to deliver exciting new experiences and celebrate remarkable successes. One standout success story is “Peak,” a co-op climbing game from Aggro Crab and Landfall. This title, developed largely during a month-long retreat, has…

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