Apple has made rule changes to its App Store guidelines, which could have a big impact on Microsoft and Google’s plans to offer streaming services. The rule changes appear more favorable to Microsoft xCloud and Google Stadia, but Microsoft has already issued a statement saying the requirements make for “a bad experience for customers.” Apple’s […]
The Latest Smash Bros Update Required Permission From All IP Holders Involved With The Game
The most recent patch for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate added a welcome feature to the game, but it required some legwork on the part of the developers, as they needed to receive permission from all of the rights holders to make it happen. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate contains a mixture of first-party and third-party characters, which also […]
Apple allows game streaming on iOS, but demands approval and a 30% cut
Apple loosened its restrictions in the iOS app store for streaming games from services such as Microsoft xCloud, Google Stadia, and Nvidia GeForce Now. But Apple still has restrictions on how users pay for the games and that it still gets its 30% cut on game sales. Apple made the changes in its App Store […]
Developers Explain Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time Remake's Visuals
The Prince of Persia: The Sand of Time Remake was confirmed during the Ubisoft Forward presentation on September 10. Though fans were excited for the return of the classic action-adventure platformer, some haven’t been quite as impressed with the game’s character models and expressed their dissatisfaction online. Many wondered what led up to the design […]
Oculus Quest Sideloading To Require SMS Or Card Verification
A new step is required to sideload content on the Oculus Quest standalone headset. The option to use “unknown sources” on Oculus Quest is gated behind ‘Developer Mode’. Currently, enabling developer mode for your account requires agreeing to the Oculus Developer Terms of Service. From October 8, Facebook will also add a verification step requiring […]
Microsoft: Xbox Series S Won’t Utilize Xbox One X Enhancements
Microsoft’s game plan this console cycle is a strange and ambitious one. They’re leading the charge with two systems, and offering up a subscription model for customers who can’t justify buying one outright. It’s an interesting strategy, to be sure. Today, another fascinating little wrinkle came to light. According to Microsoft, the Xbox Series S […]
The DeanBeat: Apple v. Epic — a briefing on the antitrust arguments and interesting facts
We’re at a huge moment in tech and antitrust history with the litigation initiated by Fortnite maker Epic Games against Apple and Google. While the Google dispute has taken a backseat in the news, the conflict with Apple has gone hot because of that company’s retaliatory strike and a request for a temporary restraining order […]
5 Biggest Online Casino Wins in Recent History
Online casinos players are far more casual than their real-life counterparts. A study conducted in 2014 by the Harvard Medical School’s Division on Addiction has shown that online gamblers are much more disciplined than their real-life counterparts spending their time and money in Sin City or Monte Carlo, playing for shorter times, and with smaller […]
Fan-Made Animal Crossing Design Is Officially Being Reviewed By Lego
We could be getting one step closer to opening our very own Nook’s Cranny with a fan-created Lego set. Back in May, a Lego version of the iconic Nook’s Cranny from Animal Crossing: New Horizons made some waves on the nerd internet. The shop, created by a builder named Micor_Model_Maker, was submitted to Lego Ideas, […]
PS5 price has been cut to match Xbox Series X claim rumours
With the Xbox Series X officially priced at £450 all eyes are now on Sony, to see how much the PlayStation 5 will cost. After Microsoft finally revealed how much its upcoming consoles, the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, will cost, all that’s left is for Sony to do the same for the […]