Monthly Archives: August 2023

The Making of Karateka Review: An Interactive Video Game Documentary

The Making of Karateka is Digital Eclipse‘s first title in its Gold Master Series, a line of interactive video game documentaries. Much of the format is similar to the studio’s Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration title released last year. While that game was a broad overview of a publisher’s legacy, The Making of Karateka goes… Read More: The Making of Karateka Review: An Interactive Video Game Documentary »

Bethesda Reveals That Starfield Almost Had a Voiced Protagonist

The biggest difference between Starfield and Fallout 4 is Bethesda’s decision go with a silent protagonist this time around. But that wasn’t always the case. In a recent interview with Polygon, lead designer Emil Pagliarulo talked about the decision to feature a silent protagonist in Bethesda’s upcoming sci-fi RPG. Asked whether Bethesda went the direction… Read More: Bethesda Reveals That Starfield Almost Had a Voiced Protagonist »

HBO Cancels The Idol After 1 Season

The Idol will not return for a second season on HBO. According to Deadline, HBO has opted to pull the plug on The Idol after only one season. This development is unsurprising, given the controversial show’s overwhelmingly negative reception and alleged behind-the-scenes drama. “The Idol was one of HBO’s most provocative original programs, and we’re pleased… Read More: HBO Cancels The Idol After 1 Season »

Baldur’s Gate 3: Act 3 Bugs and Missing Content Becoming a Problem as More Players Near End

When Baldur’s Gate 3 launched earlier this month, it earned near universal praise for its gameplay, characters, and apparently infinite choices. Since then, many have been taking it slow through the first two acts to discover everything hidden across the continent of Faerûn. However, as players reach act 3, many are discovering that it’s… a… Read More: Baldur’s Gate 3: Act 3 Bugs and Missing Content Becoming… »

NFL cuts tracker 2023: Live roster news, updates, notable cuts for all 32 teams

It’s cutting season. With the NFL regular season set to kick off in less than two weeks, all 32 franchises are tasked with cutting rosters down to 53 players. That means lots of tough decisions — and some unexpected ones, too. Young, talented players and veterans alike will either find themselves on their teams’ respective… Read More: NFL cuts tracker 2023: Live roster news, updates, notable cuts… »

Iconic Roles: The 5 Best Denzel Washington Movies

The Equalizer 3 is here. But while I enjoy Washington’s performance as Robert McCall, it’s far from his best work. Indeed, the multiple Academy Award-winning actor boasts an impressive resume that places him in the GOAT conversation. But which Denzel Washington movies best showcase his talent? Let’s dive in. [embedded content] Glory (1989) I love… Read More: Iconic Roles: The 5 Best Denzel Washington Movies »

Bottoms Director Reveals How Marshawn Lynch Was Cast

The recently released teen comedy film Bottoms stars former NFL star Marshawn Lynch, a role that director Emma Seligman said she had to convince Lynch to play. Speaking to Variety, Seligman said that Lynch was initially apprehensive to play the role, but Seligman convinced him that he’d be perfect for the part. Eventually, Lynch would… Read More: Bottoms Director Reveals How Marshawn Lynch Was Cast »

The new spreadsheet? OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Enterprise for businesses

reader comments 40 with On Monday, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Enterprise, an AI assistant aimed at businesses that offers unlimited access to GPT-4 at faster speeds. It also includes extended context windows for processing longer texts, encryption, enterprise-grade security and privacy, and group account management features. Building on the success of ChatGPT, which launched just nine… Read More: The new spreadsheet? OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Enterprise for businesses »

Elon Musk Greeted at Valorant Tournament With Boos, Chants of ‘Bring Back Twitter’

Elon Musk, who has spent much of the year in the headlines for his radical transformation of the platform previously known as Twitter, didn’t have a great time at a recent Valorant tournament. Musk dropped in on the finals of the Valorant Champions tournament over the weekend, which took place in Los Angeles. He was… Read More: Elon Musk Greeted at Valorant Tournament With Boos, Chants of… »