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The University of Silicon Valley is offering the 'Max Achievement Scholarship' to students who can prove their exceptional gaming skills in various titles like Final Fantasy XIV, Old School Runescape, and Minecraft. This unique program rewards up to $15,000 annually for achieving specific, rare in-game milestones, valuing the disciplined practice and strategic problem-solving these feats entail. Eligible students can receive up to $5,000 per term for "Legendary" tier achievements.
Final Fantasy Resonance, set to release on October 22 across multiple platforms, surprisingly lacks a physical edition for Xbox Series X|S. The game, featuring HD-2D graphics and a new battle system inspired by Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius, offers preorders with bonuses including the Magitek Airship Passkey. Deluxe Editions, priced at $59.99, include the Magitek & Grimoire Deluxe Pack with exclusive items.
The highly anticipated GTA 4 remaster has left fans and one notable figure puzzled over its conspicuous absence: Roman Bellic's actor, Pavel Dilya, expresses his bewilderment. Despite rumors and leaks, there's been no official word from Rockstar Games. Fans are left wondering if the remaster is still in development or if it has been silently shelved.
Blizzard's upcoming Diablo 4 patch pledges to significantly increase Mythic item drops, aiming to enhance player progression but potentially disrupting the game's balance. This move follows community feedback on the rarity of high-end gear. Players can expect a substantial shift in how they acquire and utilize Mythic items.
Paramount Primal, a new genre label, announces a reboot of the horror classic A Nightmare on Elm Street, with producers J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules at the helm. The project is the first for the label and has the backing of the Wes Craven estate. The reboot aims to bring the terrifying world of Freddy Krueger to a new generation of fans.
Sony's decision to end physical disc sales for new PS5 games from January 2028 has sparked intense backlash, with a UK retailer association calling it a "triumph of corporate convenience over consumer choice." A petition against the move has surpassed 300,000 signatures, and some players are cancelling their PS Plus subscriptions in protest. The move is seen as a lucrative shift for Sony, despite concerns over consumer freedom and game preservation.
The classic 1981 Donkey Kong arcade cabinet is reportedly getting a Lego treatment, set to release in August for $200. This 1,367-piece set features a movable joystick, functional buttons, and a plastic brick screen recreating iconic game elements. Though more showpiece than fully playable, it's a nostalgic addition to Lego's retro gaming collection, albeit smaller and less interactive than its Pac-Man counterpart.
A leaked internal Nvidia tool, Modular Diagnostic Software (MODS), reveals that RTX 50-series GPUs have functional hotspot temperature sensors, despite being disabled at the driver level. This discovery, showcased by Brazilian modder Paulo Gomes, aids in diagnosing thermal issues like the one found in a Gigabyte RTX 5070 Ti, where a hotspot temperature of 107°C was hidden behind a reported 68°C average. The tool's availability in certain repair channels and Discord servers highlights the importance of proper cooler installation and thermal paste application for optimal performance.
Outer Worlds 2 director Eric Barone addresses the recent Xbox layoffs, reassuring fans about the game's development status. He dispels misinformation circulating online, confirming the project's ongoing progress. The game remains on track despite the industry upheaval.
Get ready for a blast from the past as League of Legends Classic launches on July 29, offering a nostalgic throwback to the game's initial era. This release promises a unique twist with player-voted patches that may alter its evolution. Will it remain faithful to its roots or carve a new path?
