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As the finer details of the Xbox Series X begin to emerge, there is still quite a lot of essential information that remains unknown regarding the Xbox Series X. However, Xbox is also making a change to consoles right now, as each new Xbox bundle will feature a mechanic that is sure to improve the quality of life for new console owners. Whenever a consumer buys a new game console, there’s typically content that comes included with it that users manually input via download codes....

The past 24 hours have been pretty crazy for Microsoft fans. After a report from Windows Central detailed the existence of the Xbox Series S, Microsoft went ahead and confirmed the existence of the console by officially announcing it on Twitter. Microsoft revealed the look, confirmed some rumored specs, and announced the release date for the console. While rumors have run rampant on news sites regarding the specs of the console over the past year, many developers have come forward with impressions of its capabilities....

A new trademark from Bandai Namco has JRPG fans hopeful that the publisher is planning a Xenosaga trilogy remaster. The trademark is for “Also Sprach Zarathustra,” which was the subtitle of Xenosaga: Episode 3, the last game in the series to-date. While not much is known about why Bandai Namco might trademark Also Sprach Zarathustra, it only makes sense that the company plans to use it for something. However, one has to wonder why the trademark for the subtitle of the third episode has appeared online and not the first two titles....

The Sims is pretty well-known for having some ridiculous DLC packs, but it might have managed to out-do itself here. You can now pay $4.99 to get dust in The Sims 4. You read that right, dust. The “Bust the Dust” pack is now available through Origin and adds several vacuum cleaners and dusters to the game, as well as enabling dust to gather within your Sim’s home. The DLC pack essentially acts as a gameplay modifier, introducing the dust mechanic to Sim households and allowing the player to combat it as a new chore in the game....

While Halo 5: Guardians is still a ways off in the distance, 343 Industries have tantalized potential buyers with pre-order bonuses for both digital and physical copies of the Limited Collector’s Edition version of the game. While the commemorative statue and added map packs provide excellent added value for those Spartan fans with some extra money to sink into the franchise, there have been some people requesting flexibility in the pre-order business model....

What Does Infrastructure Layer Mean? The infrastructure layer enables a software system to interact with external systems by receiving, storing and providing data when requested. However, the infrastructure layer is not the sole layer that enables the system to connect with other systems. There are also other components involved in the connectivity process. For example, a software system needs to connect with several external entities as part of its functions. In the context of a telecom services provider, a customer relationship management (CRM) system may also need to connect with the APIs exposed by an external system in order to view the different smartphones and data offers available for customers....

What Does Max Out Mean? In IT, the term “max out” often refers to working with hardware to upgrade the device or add capacity or features. This phrase relies on the idea that computers and other devices are made with the ability to expand or be upgraded according to the owner’s budget and desire for extra functionality. Techopedia Explains Max Out Maxing out a computer might consist of adding RAM memory, or adding enhanced video or graphics capability....

Since its November release date, millions of World of Warcraft: Shadowlands heroes have ventured beyond a shattered sky into the afterlife. While many players were initially skeptical of exploring the realms of death, community reception is much better than its predecessor Battle for Azeroth at this point. From barely escaping the Maw introduction to finally defeating Sire Denathrius atop Castle Nathria, heroes have had no shortage of adventures during the past two months....

Thanksgiving is notorious for many things; the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, large family meals, and noisy football games. However, this year is a bit different. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many families are not able to safely come together this holiday season. Be prepared to queue up this movie line-up, here are a few flicks that are on the Thanksgiving marquee this year. These recommendations will make it feel like a proper Thanksgiving despite the current drabbiness of the year....

Guardians have been known to do strange things to get the loot they’re looking for. Destiny had its infamous Loot Cave where people would farm drops in a certain location on Earth for high tier loot, which has since been immortalized as a recurring easter egg. Destiny 2 had its Umbral Engram exploits with the Black Armory and Forges, as well as one-shotting bosses with Stasis super attacks. Now, the latest “exploit” (even though “shortcut” may be a more accurate descriptor) being abused stems from Trials of Osiris....

Producer Nick Nunziata shares why the Saints Row movie never made it into production, citing the bankruptcy of developer THQ for the movie’s cancellation. Despite a long history of unprofitable attempts, movie studios continue to draw on video games for movie inspiration. In fact, there are currently a handful of video game movies currently in production or planning, including Assassin’s Creed and The Division, with more sure to follow. It isn’t surprising then, that at one point Saints Row was slated for the movie treatment....

Getting your hands on a PS5 is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. No matter how often you click that refresh button, most retailers sell out within minutes of a restock. However, PlayStation and Red Bull are giving fans another way to pick up the elusive console – all you have to do is take a few in-game photos. The Red Bull Capture Point competition kicks off today and will run until May 2....

Xbox boss Phil Spencer appears to be confident about meeting the Xbox Series X release date. Xbox has confirmed that the Xbox Series X release date will be in holiday 2020 but some fans have fears that the COVID-19 pandemic could delay the launch of the console. Speaking to IGN, Spencer said that the Xbox Series X supply chain in China is beginning to become available again and that this is “working for us....

Xbox Game Pass subscribers still have roughly a couple of weeks to get hold of the likes of The Witcher 3 and Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night before they’re removed from the service. Microsoft has already announced a couple of games that will be taking their place, like Madden NFL 21 (which is now available on the service) and it will soon be joined by another current iteration of a long-running sports simulator series, NBA 2K21....

In what’s now become a bimonthly event, Microsoft is revealing the next wave of free games to be available as part of the Xbox Game Pass subscription service. Filling out the final days of May and the first week of June will be eight new game additions to Game Pass, including two brand new launch titles. Headlining the upcoming Game Pass additions is Metal Gear Survive, Konami’s odd standalone survival game spin-off....

In week two of Microsoft’s ‘biggest sale ever’, there are discounts on popular Xbox One titles such as Fallout 4 and Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. This time next year, Xbox One players will be sinking their teeth into a giant buffet of fantastic games, with one Xbox executive even saying that 2016’s Xbox line-up is bigger than 2015’s. But, as fans wait (im)patiently for the likes of Gears of War 4 and Crackdown 3, Microsoft is keen to get people playing the Xbox One games that are available now, which is perhaps why the company has put together the end of year ‘Countdown’ sale which it is calling its ‘biggest sale ever’....

The latest Inside Xbox stream gave us a peek at some upcoming games and updates, as well as offering more information about the Xbox Series X. Program Manager Catarina Macedo appeared on the stream to highlight some new features in the Xbox game bar. These include new in-depth parental settings as well as a Copilot feature, which offers some interesting possibilities for accessibility. Copilot enables two controllers to function as one, with both having equal weight in terms of input....

Our quick take Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite - 4.0 / 5 Design & Display 6.67-inch 120Hz LCD display, 1080 x 2400 resolution Finishes: Atlantic Blue, Pearl Grey, Rose Gold Beach Dimensions: 165.4 x 76.8 x 9mm / Weight: 215g Side-positioned fingerprint scanner 3.5mm headphone jack Performance & Battery Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor, 4GB/8GB RAM options 4,820mAh battery, 33W fast-charging Android 10 OS, MIUI 12 software 5G connectivity Cameras ‘Quad’ rear camera setup Main: 64-megapixel, f/1....

If you’re in the market for an RPG saturated in Chinese history and mythology, then Xuan-Yuan Sword 7 may answer your call when it heads west on the PS4. The ARPG PS4 release will join its PC variant on western tech in February 2021, and the game has also received a major patch introducing a new boss, difficulty, mechanic, and more. The martial art single-player’s seventh chapter first debuted on the PC worldwide back in October, followed by an Asian release on the PS4 earlier this month....

The last Yooka-Laylee game, the Impossible Lair, launched just over a year ago in October 2019, but the developer, Playtonic, seem to have something in the works. On Twitter, it stated, “We can’t say just yet, [but] something will be revealed SOON.” A new IP or Banjo-Kazooie sequel doesn’t seem likely but it is certainly a possibility, however, this new project is probably a sequel to 2019’s Impossible Lair. Or, perhaps Playtonic is going down the route of making a racing spin-off for its platformer like Crash, SpongeBob, Sonic, and Mario did....