IBM wins $44.9 million patent infringement suit against Zynga
Zynga argued that it violated none of IBM's 'invalid' patents, and plans to appeal the verdict.
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PlayStation 6 chip chosen back in 2022, partly over backward compatibility
We already have our first information on Sony’s inevitable PlayStation 6: It will run on AMD chips, according to a report from Reuters, with chipmaker Intel having lost the bid to manufacture chips for the next-gen PlayStation. One factor that reportedly led to Sony settling on
A new sequel to Batman 1989 brings Clayface into the Burtonverse — here’s a taste
Author John Jackson Miller has waited his entire life to play in the sandbox of Tim Burton’s Batman. Good news: some dreams do come true. Miller’s new book, Batman: Resurrection, picks up right where the 1989 film left off, finding a clever way to bring Clayface, a member of
There's A Way To Play Cult Of The Lamb With Online Co-Op
Among everything added to the Cult of the Lamb Unholy Alliance update, the centerpiece is undoubtedly the new co-op mode. It allows two players to take control of the eponymous lamb and a devious goat to go on crusades and manage the cult together. One arguable drawback is that
9-Minute Starfield Deep Dive Gives A Tour Of The Expansion's New 'Handcrafted' Planet
Starfield ’s first expansion, Shattered Space, is nearly here. And ahead of the DLC’s release later this month, Bethesda has released a new, detail-filled 9-minute video showing off the alien world where the expansion takes place, as well as its inhabitants. Read more...
Honkai: Star Rail Xianzhou Luofu treasure chest locations and map
Honkai: Star Rail has a ton of different types of treasure and loot to find around its maps, which give out pretty good rewards. The Xianzhou Luofu is the third area you’ll arrive in, and it has a whole ton of loot to collect. Most maps have treasure hidden around and this loot
The eye of the beholder: Measuring player success in photography games
An exploration on how different photography games measure player progress, and how to balance progression metrics and artistic freedom.
The best Steam Deck accessories
Valve’s Steam Deck LCD and Steam Deck OLED are major players in the console space. While they’re technically handheld-shaped PCs that run Linux, they are accessible and affordable enough to be the preferred option for many gamers, especially those who want more power and a
A new Zelda game is reminding everyone to finish the last one
There is so much any given player can do in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. You can become the architect of the world’s largest bridge, an engineer behind crimes against Koroks, or if you want, just turn the sloping hills of Hyrule into Link’s personal skateboard
The new Lego Star Wars special has the most depressing ending
On paper, the new Lego Star Wars special, Rebuild the Galaxy, seems like a simple, silly good time. In the four-episode miniseries, a young Force-sensitive nerf herder named Sig (Gaten Matarazzo) accidentally rewrites the galaxy as we know it by messing with a powerful glowing
Get a headstart on fighting seasonal affective disorder with this Frostpunk deal
Taking place in a post-apocalyptic world where the daily high temperature is well below the threshold for frostbite, Frostpunk is a city builder that has you constantly balancing survival with morality. If you’ve never had the chance to experience this evocative title from
How To Run And Loot Diablo 4's The Pit
At launch, Diablo IV felt barebones. It was lacking essential quality-of-life features and entertaining end-game content. Well, that’s slowly changing with each passing season, as Blizzard works to satiate the terrifying maws of level 100 players. So welcome to The Pit, which
Italian police seize $52.8M in fake video game consoles from trafficking ring
Nine people have been arrested in Italy for their connection to a trafficking ring dealing in fake retro video game consoles, in an operation that seized more than $50 million in counterfeit goods. Italy’s Guardia di Finanza — a militarized police force that deals with economic
Dead by Daylight spinoff The Casting of Frank Stone needed to go harder
Dead by Daylight is an enormously popular and successful game. Behaviour Interactive has used that as a springboard for other projects, like Deathgarden: Bloodharvest, Meet Your Maker, and Islands of Insight. But none have proven as successful as the developer’s flagship
Diablo 4 Players Have Spent $150 Million On Skins And Microtransactions
Blizzard’s 2023 action RPG dungeon looter Diablo 4 has been criticized for its microtransactions and pricey skins. But apparently, that hasn’t stopped plenty of players from spending over $100 million on in-game cosmetics and other items since it launched. Read more...
Pocketpair says Palworld won't go free-to-play, but admits it flirted with the idea
Not all games are built for free-to-play, and Pocketpair knows where its monster hunter shooter needs to be.
Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, As Told By Steam Reviews
Last week, Capcom released its latest compilation of retro arcade games to massive acclaim. Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics features seven legendary titles, including a stunningly faithful port of the arcade version of The Punisher , and the hugely
Flappy Bird Creator Says He's Not Involved In The Hit Game's Return Amid References To NFTs And Crypto
Mega mobile hit Flappy Bird made a surprise return last week but something seemed off. Despite first-person language using “I” in the announcement, there was no mention of the twitchy arcade-style game’s original creator. Now after investigations into the company behind Flappy
'PCs are difficult to set up', argues PlayStation co-CEO as he sticks up for his precious console's honour
Well, maybe you're difficult to set up, buddy!
How To Craft Mythic Uniques In Diablo 4 Season 5
Diablo 4 Season Five has brought us the ability to craft Mythic Unique items, which can be an absolute game-changer for those of us who want to get our hands on insane gear early on. Now, this won’t come cheap, but with a little gold and effort, you can have decent gear
Sonic Fans Might Want To Go See The New Transformers Movie On Day One
Transformers One wasn’t even on my radar before this morning. I’ve seen a few of the Michael Bay films but the Transformers craze mostly passed me by as a child. Even when Overwatch 2 had its collaboration with the series I was unmoved despite over a thousand hours in that
Polygon’s most requested feature is now live
When we launched Polygon’s new design, I promised that it would be the first of many changes. And I promised that your feedback would shape the site’s future. A month after launch, I’m pleased to share that one of your most requested features is live: a page that collects every
When does Modern Warfare 3 season 6 and The Haunting release?
Season 6 — the latest season for Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone, and the final one before the arrival of Black Ops 6 — is almost here. Alongside the usual addition of a new weapon and store skins, there are a variety of new maps for Modern Warfare 3, as well as The Haunting, Call
Diablo 4’s item shop has made $150 million
If you ever stumble across some genuinely interesting data about how much money a video game has made, you can be sure you’re not supposed to know it. So it is with the apparently accidental revelation that Diablo 4, released in June 2023, has made $1 billion in revenue to
Final Fantasy 16 producer Naoki Yoshida asks that modders please don't run amok with 'offensive or inappropriate' shenanigans now the game's on PC
Does Clive in a crop top count as either of those things?
UK studio nDreams confirms layoffs could impact 17.5 percent of workforce
The VR company said it has struggled to navigate a 'challenging' games market.
12,000 Fake Nintendo And Sega Consoles To Be Destroyed In Major Retro Gaming Bust
An alleged vintage gaming trafficking ring was recently busted up in Italy. Authorities say 12,000 counterfeit copies of the Atari 2600, SNES, and Sega Genesis , collectively housing millions of pirated games, have been seized and will be destroyed. Now, 12,000 fewer people
You can get Rocksteady’s Batman: Arkham trilogy on Steam for just $9
One of the best deals on Steam is back. Through Sept. 22, you can grab the three-pack of Rocksteady’s Batman: Arkham games on Steam for just $8.99 (normally $59.99). This trio includes the respective Game of the Year editions of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City,
Star Wars Outlaws' Factions Explained: Which Criminal Network To Side With
A core mechanic in Star Wars Outlaws revolves around working for and partnering with the various crime syndicates that control this portion of the galaxy. You’ll encounter four you can work with: Pyke Syndicate, Ashiga Clan, Crimson Dawn, and Hutt Cartel. They all offer
Intel was in the running to make the PlayStation 6 APU but lost out to AMD due to disputes over profit margins, report claims
It's alleged that the contract was worth a cool $30 billion, which Intel could really do with right now.
Elden Ring Is Real Cheap For A Few More Days
Elden Ring was one of the biggest games of 2022, and it’s gotten a second wind this year with the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC . If you have been intimidated by the RPG’s notorious difficulty, were just too busy in 2022 to get around to it, or have been waiting for it to go on
Here's what you need to know before picking up Star Wars Outlaws
Make stealth easier, tweak your Nvidia settings, and weaponise Photo Mode.
Report: PlayStation 6's Chip Choice Will Help With Backward Compatibility
Sony has chosen the chip manufacturer for the PlayStation 6 and it’s AMD, according to a new report by Reuters . Concerns around backwards compatibility with the PS5 were apparently one of the factors in the decision-making process. Read more...
The 27 best retro games for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers
In 2021, Nintendo added an additional tier to its Nintendo Switch Online subscription service in the form of its Expansion Pack, which brought Nintendo 64 and Sega Genesis games to the already extensive list of NES and SNES titles. In February 2023, during a Nintendo Direct
10 Sprawling Action Games To Play After Star Wars Outlaws
I’ve heard Star Wars Outlaws described as the most “okay” game of all time, with nothing overtly exceptional standing out in its 16-hour campaign. I disagree to some extent. Ubisoft may not always strike gold, but they understand how to make an entertaining popcorn game that
