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GrammaCrackers, an 81-year-old Minecraft streamer, was swatted during a livestream aimed at raising money for her 17-year-old grandson's cancer treatment. The incident, which involved 5 SWAT cars, 20 police cars, drones, and armed officers, occurred on May 19. Despite the ordeal, GrammaCrackers described the experience as "kinda fun."
Splitgate's studio has inadvertently revealed a Titanfall spiritual successor on Steam before any official announcement. The game's Steam page, though sparse, hints at a significant project. Fans of Titanfall are eagerly anticipating more news on this unannounced title.
GrammaCrackers, an 81-year-old Minecraft streamer, was swatted while raising funds for her grandson's cancer treatment, leading to a large police response at her home. Despite the ordeal, she remained remarkably positive, finding humor in the unexpected attention. Her stream continues, undeterred by the incident.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream surged to the top of the U.S. gaming charts in April, raking in over $41 million in combined physical and projected digital sales. This success was facilitated by Circana's new sales reporting methodology, which now includes projected digital sales for non-participating publishers like Nintendo. The game's impressive debut also catapulted it to the 9th best-selling game of the year so far.
GrammaCrackers, an 81-year-old Minecraft streamer with over 600,000 YouTube followers, was swatted while raising money for her grandson's cancer treatment. The incident involved 20 police cars, 5 SWAT cars, and drones. Despite the ordeal, GrammaCrackers praised the responding officers for their kindness.
Slay the Spire 2 suffered a severe review bomb on Steam, yet surprisingly, its sales remained largely unaffected. According to a Steam expert, "in any other case you would say this game is dead" based on the review bomb's severity. However, the game's sales tell a different story, highlighting the complex relationship between user reviews and purchasing decisions.
Far Far West, the sci-fi fantasy co-op shooter, has achieved a remarkable milestone by selling over 1 million copies in just three weeks on Steam Early Access. Publisher Fireshine Games has simultaneously made a strong stance against the use of generative AI in core game creation, echoing sentiments similar to Hooded Horse. This move contrasts with the industry's mixed approach to AI tools.
Sony is reportedly shifting its single-player, story-driven games back to being PlayStation exclusives, a move that could impact the gaming landscape. This decision may enhance the console's appeal with unique titles. Players can expect iconic franchises to remain PlayStation-only.
Fortnite players can log in to watch an exclusive 12-minute excerpt of The Mandalorian featuring the titular character and Grogu. This live event showcases Epic Games' continued use of the platform for cross-media experiences. The event highlights Fortnite's robust live event capabilities and cross-platform play.
Hidden Depths, a roguelike game from a solo developer, has achieved unprecedented success on Steam, generating roughly $1.8 million in sales in just three weeks. The developer's share of $220,000 underscores the title's unexpected surge in popularity. This breakthrough highlights the platform's potential for indie games to thrive with the right reception.
