BioWare’s ‘Anthem’ won’t charge you for post-launch story content

BioWare’s upcoming open-world online action-RPGAnthemhas been compared toDestinyin early previews, with its over-the-top science-fiction weaponry and structure bearing more than a passing similarity to Bungie’s game, but at least one aspect of the game will be different. InAnthem, you won’t have to pay to get story-focused downloadable content. According to Game Rant, BioWare made the announcement during its PAX West panel. The move away from traditional expansions and season passes has already been made in other Electronic Arts games, includingStar Wars: Battlefront IIand the upcomingBattlefield V, and doing so inAnthemwould allow its community to continue experiencing new content for months or even years after release....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 335 words · Deborah Pacheco

Blizzcon 2019: Diablo 4 has a lot of stuff, and looks a lot like an MMORPG

Blizzard came out swinging at this year’sBlizzcon 2019with a cinematic reveal ofDiablo 4. However,Virtual Ticket holdersand attendees alike were also treated to a panel hosted by the team behind our next adventure in Hell. Director Luis Barriga sat down, along with Senior Producer Tiffany Watt and Art Director John Mueller, to give fans a general overview of some of the changes being made this time around. And they are many....

June 8, 2025 · 4 min · 673 words · Kyle Chavez

Breakthrough male contraceptive gel is nearly ready for the bedroom

There’s been plenty of innovation when it comes tofertility-based technologiesover the past few decades. One area which hasn’t really changed at all, however, is the choice available to men in terms of male contraceptives. Outside of condoms or vasectomies, options have been practically non-existent. Potentially until now, that is. At the University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine, researchers are in the process of launching a clinical trial to test the efficacy of a new male contraceptive gel — and you could be a part of it....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 396 words · Yolanda Frazier

Can the Vision Pro play VR games?

A person wearing the Apple Vision Pro overlaid on a screenshot of Half-Life: Alyx.Apple/Valve The Apple Vision Pro is best described as aspatial computer, but it’s also aVR headsetwith great mixed-reality capabilities. That means that, yes, it should be capable of immersing you in some really fun VR games, and at least a few are already available. Vision Pro VR games Apple announced a few VR games that should be available at the launch of the Vision Pro, which is rapidly approaching....

June 8, 2025 · 5 min · 855 words · John Robinson

Chris Pratt's DCU Set Photos Have Got DC Fans Casting Him Again

Summary Chris Prattvisited the set of the Superman reboot, and that has led to fans casting him as multipleDC Universecharacters once again. Pratt worked with Superman director James Gunn in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, bringing to life the excellent Guardians of the Galaxy franchise. Gunn wants to team up with Pratt again in the DCU, and theStar-Lord actor has confirmed that he would be up for it. That has led to rumors of Pratt being cast as one of theDCU’s confirmed characters, and that conversation has come up again after a new set photo....

June 8, 2025 · 3 min · 630 words · James Burgess

Cut the cord wherever you live with Mohu’s 75-mile HD Striker antenna

If you’re looking to cut the cord and ditch cable for good, you’ve got plenty of options. There are plenty oflive TV streaming servicesthat offer flexible alternatives to cable, but they might not have all of your local channels. You can always use an HD antenna, but if you live too far from your nearest city, a cheap indoor antenna might not cut it. This is the reason that Mohu recently launched its new Striker, an outdoor antenna capable of picking up channels from as far as 75 miles away....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 371 words · Brian Sanchez

DC Universe's Latest Batman Casting Rumors Addressed By James Gunn

Read update Summary DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn debunks the latest casting rumors for Batman in theDC Universeahead ofThe Brave and The Bold. With Chapter 1, “Gods and Monsters” in the works at DC Studios, several heroes and villains are getting ready to be reimagined in live-action. One of the films that was announced for the DC Universe in January 2023wasThe Brave and The Bold, which will serve as the latest reboot for Batman....

June 8, 2025 · 3 min · 638 words · Jeremy Newton

Destiny 2 Episode Revenant patch notes: All changes in Update 8.1.0

Destiny 2 Episode Revenant patch notes: All changes in Update 8.1.0 Bungie has shaken up Destiny 2 massively with theEpisode Revenantupdate, and here’s the rundown on the patch notes detailing all of the changes. Developers Bungie are constantly adding new content for Guardians to try out. This includes major expansions likeThe Final Shape, which saw huge changes to the sandbox with the introduction ofPrismatic subclasses, and a brand new story thatconcluded the Light and Dark sagaonce and for all....

June 8, 2025 · 3 min · 606 words · Scott Frank Jr.

Dune 2: Atreides and Harkonnen family tree explained

Dune 2: Atreides and Harkonnen family tree explained Dune 2 continues the first book’s storyline, revealing a jaw-dropping truth about the Atreides and Harkonnen. The family lineage of the sworn enemies for centuries needs explaining. InDune, the Atreides have been at war with the Harkonnens for as long as anyone can remember. House Atreides is a formidable family and were seen as capable of becoming leaders. This made them a threat....

June 8, 2025 · 6 min · 1109 words · Jonathan Miller

Fortnite Outlaw Factions: All Keycards, Loadouts, quests, and Black Market rewards

Fortnite Outlaw Factions: All Keycards, Loadouts, quests, and Black Market rewards Nobody likes paying taxes, andFortnite‘sBaron Fletcher Kaneis bleeding the island dry. So, why not take matters into your own hands and become an outlaw? Fortnite’s v34.10introduces the Outlaw Faction, where you and the rest of the community work together to rob Kane blind. In return, you’ll earn an Outlaw Keycard, unlocking shady backroom deals, Exotic weapons, and all the perks of a life outside the law....

June 8, 2025 · 3 min · 453 words · Dominique Kemp

Fujifilm’s X-T30 is a semi-pro, feature-rich camera that’s affordable to boot

Update: With excellent tech and a great design, the X-T30 is the best bargain in cameras right now. To find out why, read our fullFujifilm X-T30 review. TheFujifilm X-T3was one of ourfavorite cameras of 2018, but even while it offered fair value for the money, its $1,500 price tag kept Fujifilm’s latest tech out of reach for many aspiring photographers. But just six months later, Fujifilm has found a way to repackage most of that tech into a significantly more affordable camera: The X-T30, starting at $899, arriving in March....

June 8, 2025 · 3 min · 589 words · Laura Mcguire

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Episode 5 recap: Young Sheldon reunited

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Episode 5 recap: Young Sheldon reunited It’s taken five episodes, but we’ve finally got theYoung Sheldon castback together (with two exceptions). But Thanksgiving inGeorgie & Mandy’s First MarriageEpisode 5 isn’t drama-free. They’re taking their time, but Georgie, Mandy, Jim, and Audrey are getting closer to living in harmony. Things have been rocky during the first four episodes of thenew TV show, but is peace on the horizon?...

June 8, 2025 · 5 min · 891 words · Jean Garcia

Ghost Rider's Most Infamous Host Wants to Kill the Spirit of Vengeance Once and For All

Summary Warning: contains spoilers forGhost Rider: Final Vengeance#4! Johnny Blaze isGhost Rider’smost infamous host, and he has a new mission: kill the Spirit of Vengeance once and for all. Blaze was recently separated from Ghost Rider, and the criminal mastermind, the Hood, is the new host. With his worst fears realized,Johnny Blaze is seeking a way to stop the Hood, and inGhost Rider: Final Vengeance#4, he reveals a potentially shocking endgame....

June 8, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Heather Williams