Tag #Video Games

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New Releases: "I Know What You Did Last Summer", Elordi's War Drama, and "Mixtape" Premiere

This week's entertainment includes the theatrical release of "I Know What You Did Last Summer", the premiere of Jacob Elordi's war drama "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" on BBC iPlayer, and the launch of the romantic drama "Mixtape" also on BBC iPlayer, alongside the release of the Donkey Kong Ba...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Controversial Chinese Game Sparks Debate on Sexism

A new Chinese video game, "Revenge on Gold Diggers" (later renamed "Emotional Anti-Fraud Simulator"), depicting manipulative women defrauding men, topped Steam sales charts but sparked intense controversy for its sexist portrayal of women, leading to social media bans for its director, Mark Hu, desp...

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Gender Equality
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Technological Advancements Lower Production Costs in Gaming and Animation

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a €10 million video game, sold 3.5 million copies in its first month, showcasing how technology is lowering production costs in the gaming industry, mirroring the success of the Oscar-winning animated film Flow, created with a budget of €3 million using free software.

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Link: An Unintentional Non-Binary Icon of the 90s Gaming World

The androgynous design of Link in the Legend of Zelda series, intentionally created to be gender-neutral according to producer Eiji Aonuma, has resonated with queer millennials and non-binary individuals, providing representation in a historically homogenous gaming landscape.

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Gender Equality
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Ten Indie Games Poised to Define the Future of Gaming

An article highlights ten upcoming indie video games, spanning diverse genres like cooperative adventures, narrative RPGs, and real-time strategy, showcasing creativity and innovation within the gaming industry from 2025 onwards.

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Quality Education
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Nintendo Switch 2 Launches Amidst High Price and Mixed Reactions

The Nintendo Switch 2 launched globally on Thursday after trade delays, priced at $449, featuring enhanced social capabilities, detachable controllers doubling as computer mice, and the new Mario Kart World game; initial reactions were mixed, with sales projected at 15 million units by March 2026.

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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4: A Nostalgic Skateboarding Remaster

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, a remastered collection of the 2001 and 2002 titles, has been released, recreating the original levels, skaters, and atmosphere, but with a new soundtrack and the addition of modern skaters like Riley Hawk.

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No Poverty
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Microsoft Cuts 9,000 Jobs Amidst Gaming Division Restructuring

Microsoft is cutting 9,000 jobs (4% of its workforce), impacting its gaming division significantly, closing studios like The Initiative and canceling projects like Perfect Dark and Everwild, despite record profits, signaling a potential systemic crisis in AAA game development.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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New Zealand Traitors, Yungblud Album, and 28 Years Later Premiere This Week

This week features the premiere of "The Traitors NZ" on BBC Three and iPlayer, Yungblud's new album "Idols," the release of the film "28 Years Later" in UK cinemas, and a new video game featuring voice actors Robbie Daymond and Ray Chase.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Smashes Sales Records with 3.5 Million Units Sold in Four Days

The Nintendo Switch 2 sold over 3.5 million units in its first four days, surpassing the original Switch's first-month sales and becoming the fastest-selling Nintendo console; the launch coincided with Mario Kart World.

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Summer Game Fest 2024: Major Game Announcements

Summer Game Fest 2024 revealed upcoming games including Resident Evil 9: Requiem (PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC), War for Westeros (PC), a Hitman update featuring Mads Mikkelsen as Le Chiffre, and Wu-Tang: Rise of the Deceiver; all aiming to revitalize the market amid declining game sales.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Sells Out Despite Tariffs and $450 Price Tag

The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 launched, selling out at retailers despite a $450 price tag and tariff-related price increases on some accessories; the console features enhanced multiplayer capabilities and is projected to sell 15 million units by March.

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