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Microsoft confirms game audio issues on Windows 11 24H2 PCs
Microsoft has confirmed a new issue affecting Windows 24H2 systems and causing game audio to unexpectedly increase to full volume when using USB DAC sound systems. As the company explained in a support document published on Tuesday, this known issue occurs on Windows 24H2 gaming systems where affected gamers use a Creative Sound BlasterX G6 USB digital audio […]
Lazarus hackers used fake DeFi game to exploit Google Chrome zero-day
The North Korean Lazarus hacking group exploited a Google Chrome zero-day tracked as CVE-2024-4947 through a fake decentralized finance (DeFi) game targeting individuals in the cryptocurrency space. Kaspersky discovered the attacks on May 13, 2024, and reported the Chrome zero-day flaw to Google. Google issued a fix for CVE-2024-4947 on May 25, with Chrome version 125.0.6422.60/.61. Lazarus tank games […]
Pokemon dev Game Freak confirms breach after stolen data leaks online
Japanese video game developer Game Freak has confirmed it suffered a cyberattack in August after source code and game designs for unpublished games were leaked online. Game Freak is best known for being the co-owner and the primary developing studio of the Pokémon series video game, which started in 1996 with the Pokémon Red and […]
Microsoft warns of Windows 11 24H2 gaming performance issues
Microsoft has blocked Windows 11 24H2 upgrades on some systems because of known issues causing Asphalt 8 game crashes and Easy Anti-Cheat blue screens. While playing Asphalt 8, the game may freeze with an error when using or exiting it, requiring a game restart to recover. “After installing Windows 11, version 24H2, you might face issues with […]
New Epic Games Store free games giveaway arrives with $45 face value
Epic Games’ latest game giveaway is now live. While recent giveaways have focused on providing one free game, this week’s giveaway extends to two titles with a $44.98 face value. The Epic Games Store has updated its weekly game giveaway, which it will honour until July 26. To recap, the storefront gave away Floppy Knights last week, […]
The Sims 5 Allegedly Canceled, According to Developer Resume
New information spotted online suggests that The Sims 5, also known as Project Rene, has been allegedly canceled. Instead, the team is shifting their focus to working on The Sims 4, where content is consistently produced for the game. Lovestruck is the latest upcoming expansion for The Sims 4 and is due to be released […]
Intel’s 14th Gen & 13th Gen CPU Instability Issues Forces Game Studio “Alderon Games” To Switch To AMD, Advises Customers The Same
Intel’s 14th Gen & 13th Gen CPU gaming instability issues have now started to plague game developers, as the team at Alderon Games reveals its troublesome experience using these chips. Intel’s 14th & 13th Gen CPU Gaming Instability Issues Have Stirred A New Problem In The Markets; Consumers Start Opting For Alternatives Such As AMD […]
‘Dead Rising’ Gets Surprise Second “Deluxe” Remaster For 2024
In a world overstuffed with zombie survival action, it’s always refreshing when a game introduces a new spin on the genre. Dead Rising has built a reputation for switching up the formula, adding a charming and offbeat photo-taking element to the weary thrill of mowing down undead hordes. 20 years after its debut, the beloved Capcom title […]
7 new games for the Nintendo Switch coming in July
In July, 7 games will be added to the Nintendo eShop – including an AAA game and new releases. Switch players can look forward to seven new games in July. With Darkest Dungeon II, one AAA title is included this month. All other games are new releases for the Nintendo Switch The Legend of Heroes: Trails […]
Tekken 8 Review: Gameplay, Features & Updates
When it comes to fighting games, Tekken has been an undefeated powerhouse for gamers to enjoy the age-old virtual mano-a-mano. But sometimes, you have to pick new battles to maintain supremacy. Prior to Tekken 8, Tekken 7 kept gamers on their toes for a long-running seven years, expanding its roster from 20 characters to a […]