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Zach Cregger to direct eighth live-action Resident Evil film

  • Zach Cregger has made the eighth live-action Resident Evil film.
  • He says it was designed as an authentic Resident Evil story.
  • The film follows a courier during a zombie outbreak near Raccoon City.

Zach Cregger has directed the eighth live-action Resident Evil film, marking a major shift from the original horror films that established his reputation. He says the project was conceived specifically as a Resident Evil story, rather than an unrelated film given the franchise’s name, amid criticism from some…

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Xbox controller choice balances dependable wired play with wireless freedom

  • Wired controllers avoid batteries and connection problems.
  • Wireless Xbox controllers offer greater convenience and freedom.
  • Bluetooth may add modest input delay.

Wired Xbox controllers eliminate battery worries and syncing issues, making them reliable for uninterrupted gaming. However, wireless controllers remain more convenient, particularly for console gaming from a sofa, and their performance is generally comparable to wired connections. Microsoft’s controllers have polling rates of about 125Hz over USB and…

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How to factory reset your Steam Deck

  • Factory resets erase all internal Steam Deck data.
  • Back up saves and settings before resetting.
  • Recovery mode and temporary SteamOS rollbacks are available.

A factory reset can resolve persistent Steam Deck problems such as poor performance, corrupted files and serious software bugs, or prepare the device for resale. However, it erases all data on the internal storage, including installed games, settings and local saves, so users should back up anything not…

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It’s not just LG. Every TV company is spying on you

  • All TV manufacturers track viewer data; the issue extends far beyond LG's practices.
  • Consumers unknowingly consent to surveillance through deliberately obscured terms and dark-pattern design.
  • Protect privacy by using separate email accounts, disabling tracking in settings, and avoiding voice control features.

A Gamers Nexus video exposing LG TVs' surveillance capabilities has sparked widespread outrage, though the investigation reveals a much broader problem: every TV manufacturer tracks user data, collects viewing habits, and shares this information with partners. Consumers unknowingly agree to this data harvesting through television purchase and setup,…

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John Wick as a DVD store operator, a roguelike take on Armored Core and other new indie games worth checking out

  • Indie gaming roundup features multiple upcoming and available titles worth exploring
  • Emberville blends RPG looting with life-sim depth in a visually striking package
  • Blackwood offers a fun premise but needs refinement in core mechanics

This roundup covers several noteworthy indie games newly available or coming soon to players seeking fresh gaming experiences. - **Emberville**: A top-down action RPG by Cygnus Cross that merges Diablo-style dungeon crawling with Stardew Valley life-simulation elements. Features beautiful pixel art, a prestigious voice cast including Baldur's Gate…

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The new Resident Evil movie captures the survival horror magic of the games

  • The film captures Resident Evil’s survival-horror atmosphere.
  • Resource scarcity creates sustained tension.
  • Cregger balances faithfulness with creative filmmaking.

Zach Cregger’s new Resident Evil film succeeds by recreating the games’ oppressive survival-horror atmosphere rather than relying on explosive action or superficial fan service. The film follows Bryan, an ordinary medical courier drawn into danger near Raccoon City, and uses his vulnerability, flawed character and mounting anxiety to…

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This cartridge-playing Game Boy clone is smaller and cheaper than Analogue’s Pocket

  • Tiny, cheaper Game Boy and Game Boy Color handheld
  • FPGA technology aims for accurate original-hardware gameplay
  • First 20 discounted units sold out quickly

FunnyPlaying has announced the FPGB Mini, a compact handheld that plays original Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges, as well as ROMs. Its smaller size and lower price make it an appealing alternative to Analogue’s Pocket, although it lacks support for Game Boy Advance and Sega Game…

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The Street Fighter movie popcorn bucket is gloriously goofy

  • AMC selling wearable Guile hair popcorn bucket for Street Fighter film
  • Part of cinemas' post-pandemic strategy to attract audiences back
  • Film releases 16 October

Cinema chains have created a collectible popcorn bucket shaped like Guile's distinctive flattop hairstyle for the upcoming Street Fighter film, continuing a post-pandemic strategy to encourage audiences to visit theatres rather than waiting for content on streaming services. The bucket, available at AMC theatres, can be worn as…

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eGPUs do work, but they come with some notable limitations

  • eGPUs boost laptop gaming but run 7-32% slower than desktop GPUs due to bandwidth limits
  • Complete setups cost hundreds of pounds; often cheaper to buy a budget gaming PC instead
  • Apple Silicon Macs cannot use eGPUs for gaming; OCuLink offers better performance but less convenience

External graphics processing units (eGPUs) offer a practical way to boost gaming performance on laptops without purchasing an entirely new machine, particularly amid high RAM pricing. Whilst the technology is improving—with Razer reviving its eGPU line and Framework developing new options—these solutions come with significant limitations including reduced…

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Grand Theft Auto VI’s soundtrack will feature 34 brand-new tracks

  • 34 original tracks releasing 19 November across streaming and physical formats
  • Features diverse artists from Keith Richards to Travis Scott and Morgan Wallen
  • Soundtrack accompanies eagerly anticipated GTA VI launch generating unprecedented industry interest

Rockstar Games has officially unveiled the soundtrack for Grand Theft Auto VI, titled "Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album", comprising 34 brand-new, original tracks. This announcement marks a significant moment ahead of the game's highly anticipated release, as the diverse artist roster spanning multiple genres underscores the scale…

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