Sony’s WH-1000XM6 Headphones: A New Favorite in Economy Class?
Escape From Tarkov Faced Steam Launch Amidst Controversy Over Alleged Sympathies Toward Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Fans of Escape from Tarkov are questioning the game’s publishers, Battlestate Games, over alleged sympathies for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine following its controversial Steam launch. Critics argue that in-game events and promotional materials may be pro-Russian, leading to calls for refunds and a renewed focus on the political implications within gaming.
- Escape from Tarkov fans are scrutinizing alleged sympathies for the Russian invasion of Ukraine within Battlestate Games: ‘If I could refund it I would’ — PC Gamer
- Escape From Tarkov players slam Steam launch: “It is not a game. It is a cosmic punishment” — Eurogamer
- Escape From Tarkov shoots to the top of Downdetector, debuts on Steam to ‘Mixed’ reviews as players struggle to log in: ‘Best extraction shooter that you CAN’T play’ — PC Gamer
Sony Considering Killing Concord Again After DMCA Strikes
Following Concord’s revival by fans, Sony may be set to halt the project again due to legal pressure; community efforts to revive it are reportedly on pause amid DMCA strikes.
- Shortly after Concord’s resurrection by fans, it looks like Sony might be about to kill it again: ‘Due to worrying legal action we’ve decided to pause invites for the time being’ — PC Gamer
- Concord lives! Or, lived, as community efforts to revive it already appear to be on hold after some DMCA strikes — Rock Paper Shotgun
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine Franchise Announces Post-Space Marine 2 Development Plans
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is set to proceed independently of any plans for a third installment, which remains years away. The developer clarifies that both games will not be competing for development resources.
After 18 hours flying economy with Sony’s WH-1000XM6, I may just have a new favourite pair of ANC headphones
Reviewing Sony’s WH-1000XM6 wireless noise-canceling headphones after using them extensively during an 18-hour flight in economy class. Highlights include exceptional sound quality, superior comfort for long-haul travel, and impressive active noise cancellation performance.
- After 18 hours flying economy with Sony’s WH-1000XM6, I may just have a new favourite pair of ANC headphones — Eurogamer
- After Disney’s Doctor Who Break-Up, Spin-Off Series The War Between The Land And The Sea Gets UK-Only Launch Date — IGN
XDefiant Origins: From Splinter Cell to Dispatch
Leaked reports suggest that XDefiant was originally conceived as a new Splinter Cell game by the team behind Ubisoft’s Dispatch, before evolving into its current first-person shooter form.
- XDefiant was apparently born from the ashes of a Splinter Cell game being made by the team behind Dispatch — Rock Paper Shotgun
- XDefiant Reportedly Began as a New Splinter Cell Game by the Dispatch Developers — IGN
Why Isn’t Pennywise in The Running Man? And Why Brainiac Makes Perfect Sense as Man of Tomorrow’s Main Villain
Explores the absence of Pennywise from The Running Man and explains why Brainiac fits perfectly as the main villain for Superman’s sequel, Man of Tomorrow, aligning with James Gunn’s vision.
- Why Isn’t Pennywise in The Running Man? — IGN
- Why Brainiac Makes Perfect Sense as Man of Tomorrow’s Main Villain — IGN
New Star Trek Movie from Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Filmmakers Unconnected to Anything Else in the Franchise
A new standalone Star Trek movie, directed by the team behind Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, has been announced. The film will be unconnected to any existing franchise content.
- New FREE games this weekend (November 15-16, 2025): your comprehensive roundup — GG.deals
- New Star Trek Movie from Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Filmmakers Unconnected to Anything Else in the Franchise — IGN
Pluribus Episode 3 Review – ‘Sorry if We Got That Wrong, Carol’
The third episode of Pluribus, titled ‘Sorry if We Got That Wrong, Carol’, delves into the aftermath of a grenade incident involving Vince Gilligan and Rhea Seehorn’s character. The review highlights key moments from the episode, including plot twists and character developments that challenge previous assumptions about the storyline.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Draws Inspiration From Super Mario Odyssey
IGN reports that the latest Super Mario Galaxy movie poster evokes big vibes from the beloved 2017 platformer, indicating Nintendo’s influence on the upcoming film adaptation.
- The Latest Super Mario Galaxy Movie Poster Has Big Super Mario Odyssey Vibes — IGN
- The Running Man Ending Explained — IGN
Gabe Newell Takes Delivery of $500 Million Superyacht with Submarine Garage, Onboard Hospital and 15 Gaming PCs
In a surprising turn of events, industry titan Gabe Newell has added an extravagant new toy to his collection: a state-of-the-art superyacht valued at USD 500 million. The vessel boasts not only luxury amenities but also cutting-edge features such as a submarine garage, onboard hospital facilities, and an impressive fleet of fifteen gaming PCs. This acquisition underscores the intersection of technology and leisure in Newell’s lifestyle, aligning with his recent focus on expanding the Steam ecosystem through innovative hardware developments.
‘This was the wrong path for Destiny’: After 4 months of dwindling players and community outrage, Bungie admits that The Edge of Fate’s bold new vision for Destiny 2 was a mistake
Bungie has acknowledged that the bold new vision presented in Destiny 2’s The Edge of Fate expansion was misguided. Following four months of declining player numbers and widespread community criticism, the developer decided to pivot back from this controversial direction.
The Life Sim Revolution May Not Be Over, But Paralives Delays Its Arrival
Despite the ongoing life simulation trend, PC Gamer reports that the highly anticipated game Paralives has been delayed until 2026. The delay means fans will have to wait longer for a new chapter in the beloved genre.
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