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There were 47 graphics chip makers in 1998. Where did they all go?

  • The graphics chip industry shrank from 47 makers to 15 in two years.
  • Rapid release schedules became more important than peak chip speed.
  • Nvidia was organised to develop several chip generations at once.

In 1998, 47 companies designed or sold PC graphics chips, but only 15 remained two years later, with Nvidia and ATI eventually dominating the market. The article argues that the shake-out happened as graphics development became more costly and success depended increasingly on releasing new chips quickly, rather…

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Fan mod Beyond Skyrim: Bruma gets huge update and PlayStation port

  • Bruma 2.0 adds new content and expands the map.
  • The mod is now available on PlayStation 4 and 5.
  • Players need a new save; add-ons may need updates.

Beyond Skyrim: Bruma has received a major 2.0 update, nearly a decade after its original release, adding new areas and features to the fan-made Skyrim expansion. The update also brings the mod to PlayStation 4 and 5 for the first time, widening access for players on consoles where…

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Iran issues horror WW3 threat to strike 5 UK towns – map shows targets

  • Iran warned it could strike distant US bases if America attacks.
  • An Iranian newspaper map named three British airbases.
  • No confirmation that Iran selected all five UK sites as targets.

Iranian Major General Mohsen Rezaei warned that Tehran could target distant US bases in Europe if the United States attacks Iran, raising concerns about facilities used by American forces in Britain. The warning was not a specific threat against British bases, and Iran has not confirmed selecting all…

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VisionQuest’s Tommy Maximoff actor says Young Avengers “would be a dream” after that finale reveal

  • Mollica says a Young Avengers film would be a dream.
  • *VisionQuest* reunites Speed and Wiccan.
  • Its post-credits scene hints at a possible Doom connection.

Ruaridh Mollica, who plays Tommy Maximoff in *VisionQuest*, says starring in a Young Avengers film would be “a dream”. The finale reunites Tommy, also known as Speed, with his brother Billy, or Wiccan, adding another established young hero to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The article identifies Ms Marvel,…

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Shrek 2 Remastered pummeled on Steam over Epic Games account requirement and suspected “AI textures”

  • Shrek 2 Remastered has mixed Steam reviews.
  • Players report technical and co-op problems.
  • Epic Games integration and suspected AI textures draw criticism.

Shrek 2 Remastered launched to a mixed response on Steam, where players have criticised technical issues and the use of Epic Games integration for online multiplayer. The complaints matter because the release was anticipated by fans of the 2004 game, whose local co-op was a prominent feature. Of…

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This Holiday Season, Remember You Can Never Be Too Mad At Playstation

  • PlayStation digital purchases are licences, not ownership.
  • Expired deals could affect access to games.
  • The article raises concerns about unannounced content changes.

The article argues that Sony’s move towards digital licensing leaves PlayStation users with access to games rather than ownership, raising concerns about what happens when licences expire. It says this matters because physical games are becoming less common, leaving players with fewer ways to keep or lend the…

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Lanterns Writer Says ‘Nothing’s Cancelled. Calm Down’ Amid Concern for Season 2 Following Shock DC Shakeup

  • Lanterns Season 2 has not been confirmed or cancelled.
  • The first season averaged 19 million global viewers per episode before its finale.
  • A decision was expected by the end of 2026, pending a strong story.

Reports about a second season of *Lanterns* have shifted from saying it was not renewed to saying no decision has been made, leaving the show’s future uncertain after a leadership change at DC Studios. Writer and prospective showrunner Chris Cantwell says he has heard nothing about the series’…

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The “piece of crap” 1990s movies Jack Nicholson wanted nothing to do with: “I don’t need the money”

  • Nicholson rejected lucrative action-film cameos.
  • He criticised studios for prioritising profit over quality.
  • He said he did not need the money or aggravation.

In 1994, Jack Nicholson said he would not take lucrative supporting roles in action blockbusters, arguing that studios were choosing profitable but poor films over work with greater substance. His stance reflected both his ability to choose projects freely and his criticism of an industry increasingly driven by…

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Staind announce new album and single ahead of 2027 tour leg

  • Staind’s new album is due on 5 March 2027.
  • “Watch Me Break” is the album’s lead single.
  • The North American tour leg runs from 4 March to 16 April.

Staind have announced their new album, *The Space Between the Darkness and the Light*, for release on 5 March 2027, alongside the single “Watch Me Break”. The album arrives as the band begins the second North American leg of its 25th anniversary tour for *Break the Cycle*, which…

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No more need to slap ‘reddit’ on the end of your Google searches as Reddit Reviews is here to amalgamate everyone’s thoughts

  • Reddit is testing AI-organised product reviews.
  • The US iOS trial covers about 10,000 products.
  • Review manipulation remains a concern.

Reddit is testing Reddit Reviews, a feature that uses AI to organise product discussions into dedicated review pages. It aims to make it easier for shoppers to understand people’s experiences and compare products, while potentially creating a new source of revenue for Reddit through purchase links. The test…

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