You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games hereRight now, Steam Deck users are running out of time to claim some great free games, but, regarding the system itself, Valve recently released a new update for the Steam OS and SD client. While the OS update fixed issues with one of the biggest games of the year so far playable on SD, the unfortunate news is that the client update resulted in some big problems. Fortunately, Valve claims that the new Steam Deck update is now to safe to download after being rereleased.New Steam Deck client update rereleasedOn April 1st, Valve released the newest Steam Deck client update, 3.6.24. Unfortunately, soon after this update was released, players on Reddit warned others not to download the patch.As also reported by The Verge, the update left devices stuck in boot loops, and resulted in the disappearance of settings to control GPU clock speed and TDP.Fortunately, the update has now been rereleased with the following fixes according to Valve:Fixed display issue on game details page for games with queued updates.Fixed TDP and GPU clock performance settings not working.Fixed crash loop at startup when Wifi Debug Mode setting is enabled.Below are the original patch notes for 3.6.24:Fixed brief layout shift of elements (one or two frames) when navigating back to the library section.Fixed notifications displaying in wrong position in some games.Fixed issue that could allow the keyboard to cover the target text area when summoned from a game.Improved the download speed of Steam client updates.Improved consistency and clarity of download/install/update UI:Byte counts, when displayed, refer to the number of bytes to download.Progress bars and percentages, when displayed, refer to the total progress of the install/update, which includes work before, after, and during the download. The exception is the top (blue) progress bar on the downloads page, which shows the bytes downloaded.Time remaining estimates refer to the total progress of the install/update. These estimates will be very rough at first but will become more accurate as Steam learns more about the performance of the users network and disks.Enable Steam Play for all other titles is always enabled on SteamOS, updated the UI accordingly to stop showing a non functional toggle.No longer applying compatibility tool filtering to shortcuts.Fixed a rare issue where non-steam Protons could get assigned an incorrect compatibility tool.Fixed game content switching from private beta to default branch in some casesImproved accuracy of download progress and time estimates. Accuracy will improve over the course of more downloads.Fixed child accounts in a family getting additional playtime after switching to offline mode.Fixed in-game friends sometimes not showing up in the Friends Who Play section of the game details page.Remote PlayFixed controller input when streaming S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2Steam InputFixed crash when using DualSense controllers, related to gyro timestamp calculation.Fixed adaptive trigger effects with the DualSense Edge controllerIn other news, The Last of Us Part 2 is verified for the Steam Deck.Related TopicsSteam Deck Subscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games herePlayers already removed character censorship from Kraftons realistic Sims competitor InZoi just hours after the games release. Now, less than a week after the games early access launch, modders have released WhickedWhims, a full-on smut simulator for the game.A copy of the Sims mod of the same name, WhickedWhims for InZoi allows players to not only strip their Zois down to their birthday suits, but also engage in intense intercourse with other characters. As players search for the best InZoi mods, this will likely be the number one get for many players.WhickedWhims comes to InZoiReleased on April Fools Day by modder Turbodriver, the InZoi version of WhickedWhims isnt as complicated as the original Sims version just yet. While The Sims 4 version of the mod includes adult entertainment businesses, sweat simulation, menstrual cycles and more, the InZoi version is simply focused on nudity and coitus.By using the mod, players can undress individual pieces of clothing with support for underwear and undress anything you want at any moment. Players are also able to engage in fully animated and interactive intercourse on a bed, or on a sofa, or the floor, or anywhere you want to get freaky with anybody you want.Just like the original Sims version of the mod, the WhickedWhims addon for InZoi is being supported by a growing numbers of creators. While it may only be focused on the intercourse elements right now, future updates should add some of the more complex features fans are used to, such as pregnancy and contraceptives.While the mod definitely isnt for everyone, the addition of WhickedWhims for InZoiwhich players can nab hereis a healthy sign for the life simulator. After all, the Sims version of the mod is incredibly popular with millions of downloads. If Krafton wants its game to survive the same long life as EAs life simulator, this existence of this mod is actually rather essential.For more coverage of the new game, read about how to get a job in the world of InZoi. Additionally, check out everything you need to know about in-game karma levels, or read why you should avoid updating your PC if youre playing the game.InZoiPlatform(s):PCGenre(s):SimulationRelated TopicsWhickedWhims Subscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

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AFreshStartion"This is a gift, you know" Baldur's Gate 3 Stardew Valley modders give an update on the future of Baldur's Village, now the Wizards of the Coast DMCA situation is behind them"Fortunately, we are able to move forward."Image credit: ConcernedApe/XunHe1145 News by Mark Warren Senior Staff Writer Published on April 2, 2025 Baldur's Village - the Stardew Valley mod with a town full of Baldur's Gate 3 characters - was hit by a DMCA takedown from BG IP owner Wizards of the Coast the other day. Thankfully, WotC quickly stated that the takedown had somehow been issued "mistakenly" and moved to sort things out so that the mod could go back up.Now, following this whole ordeal - complete with established mod-liker and Larian boss Swen Vincke himself tweeting in support of Baldur's Village - the team behind the mod has issued its own statement, which includes a quick update on future plans.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. "In the past few days, we have been actively addressing a situation, and we are now able to provide a full explanation," main developer XunHe1145 tweeted, "Last week, due to copyright issues, the Baldurs Village mod was temporarily taken down from Nexus. This unforeseen challenge caught our team off guard and led to confusion and concern among many players."Thankfully, the issue has now been thoroughly clarified and resolved. We sincerely appreciate the understanding and support from Larian Studios, the patience and assistance from the [Nexus Mods] team throughout the process, and the thoughtful judgment and professional handling by Wizards of the Coast. We recognize that protecting intellectual property is a complex and serious responsibility, and we are truly grateful that our intentions as both fans and creators have been understood."They went on to provide an update on the mod itself, revealing: "On the very day we received the takedown notice, we had just finalized Astarions Ten-heart event, which was scheduled for the next update. At the time, we were disheartened as we thought that this content might never reach the community. To see this content please enable targeting cookies."Fortunately, we are able to move forward. In the near future, we will be releasing a minor update that includes bug fixes and Astarions Ten Hearts event. Other planned content updates will also resume as scheduled."They closed out their statement by thanking the mod's community, and adding: "Our team remains committed to refining the project content with each update. This is a gift, you know. Thank you all. We wont forget it."So, all is as well as it seemed it was when the mod became available to download again yesterday. Roll on the arrival of stuff like a Halsin romance arc that may or may not contain bear sex. Nice, even if it would've obviously been better if this whole situation that's likely caused the modders a lot of stress had been avoided entirely.Are you glad to hear the Baldur's Village team is ploughing ahead with work on the mod now the dark cloud hanging over it has been shooed away? Let us know below!

Image: ActivisionThe legendary Val Kilmer, who lit up the screen in so many amazing movies such as Heat, Tombstone, True Romance, Top Gun and Batman Forever, has died at the age of just 65.The star, who recently recovered from throat cancer, succumbed to the effects of pneumonia on Tuesday night in LA according to his daughter, Mercedes.Of course, Mr Kilmer had famously always been an eccentric and elusive character, a chameleon of sorts on and off-screen, and so it's very hard to know what his hobbies and interests were, and if he had any inclination towards playing video games, well... we'll likely never know.Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube801kWatch on YouTube Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube801kHowever, Val did actually act in one title on Nintendo systems during his illustrious career in the form of Spider-Man: Edge of Time, which was released on DS, 3DS and Wii (in slightly altered versions) back in 2011.You can jump into your very own time machine and check out our review of that game here if you fancy, too, which we concluded didn't keep up the momentum of Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions.Now, full disclosure: as the kids say, we had to look up who Val played, and we're not sure we remember the role at all (to be fair, it was a very long time ago), but judging by the video above, which dropped in the run-up to the game's release, the man was certainly getting involved as Walker Sloan, and taking the time to consider his role, whilst enjoying the process.There goes our huckleberry. Sleep well, Mr Kilmer.Got any favourite Val Kilmer anecdotes? There were a few! Let us know in the comments.

Captured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked)Back in the mid to late 90s when the fifth generation of consoles was still going strong, mascot platformers were all the rage. Hoping to take advantage of the then-growing trend, Argonaut Softwarebest known for its work on Star Fox and the Super FX chip for the SNESmade a pitch to Nintendo for a new 3D platformer starring Yoshi.Nintendo shot them down, but Argonaut wasnt ready to give up on the concept, so the team retooled it into an original game called Croc: Legend of the Gobbos that saw release on other platforms. Now, the studio has decided to bring Croc back for new audiences with a fresh remaster, and while this release is certainly showing its age, its still an enjoyable romp.Croc takes a level-based approach to its gameplay, guiding you through themed worlds packed with obstacles to overcome and collectibles to ferret out.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked)The goal of each level is simply to make it to the end and give a gong a good swat with your tail spin attack, but there are also six of the titular gobbos hidden throughout each stage, as well as five coloured gems that unlock access to a sixth gobbo. Collecting them all is technically optional, but the only way youll get to challenge the final boss and see the true ending is if you manage to grab them all.Level designs are relatively linear and lack the size seen in contemporaries like Super Mario 64 and Spyro the Dragon, but there are still plenty of secrets and rabbit trails to distract you from the main path. That said, it can sometimes feel like obstacles are haphazardly placed and the levels tend to be somewhat meanderingCroc is still an enjoyable platformer, but the levels dont flow nearly as well as some genre peers.Then theres the matter of stages tending to get too homogenous over time, especially when youre going through a succession of levels in the same world. There are only so many times you can beat up the same foes and interact with the same obstacles before you start to recognise how few new ideas Croc has to bring to the table; this is the kind of game thats more content to simply remix the same basic elements than to introduce novel gameplay concepts over time. This isnt strictly a bad thing, but it does mean that Croc tends to run out of steam faster than youd hope.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked)Still, theres something charmingly simple about Crocs approach to 3D platforming which makes it feel worthwhile. Each stage only lasts a few minutes, lending a brisk pace to the overall gameplay, and the straightforward approach to Crocs moveset keeps the moment to moment action from feeling too complicated, unlike the infamous case of Donkey Kong 64. It wont stick out in your memory for very long due to its general lack of creativity and spectacle, but the solid underlying mechanics make it feel worthwhile.This being a modernised remaster, the visuals have naturally received a significant boost in fidelity that improves the moment-to-moment gameplay considerably. By default, the world has all the updated models and textures on display, but with the tap of a button, you can also toggle the retro models if you want a more old-school look. This can be further enhanced by activating filters that simulate a CRT screen. Regardless of your visual choice, everything runs at a buttery smooth 60fps.The gameplay enhancements dont stop there, as Croc now also features full analogue control to bring things more in line with expected platforming standards. Though the original game did have Dualshock support added late in development, it was ultimately designed around D-pad input, and thus went with a very hokey tank-like control approach in which you couldnt both move forward and change direction at the same time.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked)If youre particularly fond of that approach, this remaster still allows you to use the old D-pad controls, but the analogue option feels much more natural. The only drawback here, and this is a bit of a nitpick, is that the game not being designed around this can make some sections a lot easier than they were intended.Wrapping up the additions for this remaster is a robust museum section that offers a comprehensive look at various marketing materials, concept art, and other resources from the time of the games original release. Croc was originally planned to be a more expansive multimedia franchise, and while this ultimately never quite panned out, it can be really interesting reading through things like the series bible or scripts for the cartoon that was being considered.There are also numerous interviews to watch with key development staff, as they reflect on the design and development process. We were quite pleased by the museum content on display here; it doesnt have any direct involvement with the gameplay, but it gives a lot of great insight into the development process and stands as a meaningful contribution to the ongoing struggle of video game preservation.

TikTok is shutting down its Instagram competitor, TikTok Notes, on May 8. The photo-sharing app launched in testing in Canada, Australia, and Vietnam last year. The company is notifying TikTok Notes users of its decision to retire the app and is directing them to ByteDance-owned Lemon8, which isnt surprising given that the apps are quite similar and offer the same sort of functionality.Were excited to bring the feedback from TikTok Notes to Lemon8 as we continue building a dedicated space for our community to share and experience photo content, designed to complement and enhance the TikTok experience, a TikTok spokesperson said in a statement to TechCrunch.While TikTok didnt provide a specific reason for shutting down the app, its likely that the company didnt see much adoption for TikTok Notes and is deciding to instead push Lemon8, which had around 12.5 million global monthly active users as of December 2024. In a notice to TikTok Notes users, TikTok says the decision to shut down the app was not made lightly. The notice encourages users to download and save their TikTok Notes data and continue sharing your creativity on Lemon8. TikTok says that Lemon8 is a lifestyle app that offers a similar experience to TikTok Notes but with even more features.Lemon8 launched in Japan in 2020 and later expanded to markets across the U.S. and Southeast Asia. The app is similar to Instagram and Pinterest, as it lets users share slideshows and photo collections and browse content through Following and For You feeds. Lemon8 offers users access to creative tools, filters, effects, stickers, text templates, and more.While TikTok is pushing Lemon8 as an alternative to TikTok Notes, ByteDance has also tried to position the app as an alternative to TikTok itself in the face of a potential U.S. ban. Last November, the company made it possible for users to directly access Lemon8 with their TikTok accounts and rolled out the ability for users to cross-share photo content between the apps. The move was seen as a way for ByteDance to move creators onto the new platform without having to get them to sign up for it separately in case TikTok were to go away.Fast-forward to today, and TikTok continues to promote Lemon8 in its app as it faces a new ban deadline of April 5.

Low-code engineering platform Synera and software company PanOptimization have partnered to enhance metal AM simulation by integrating PanOptimizations PanX solver into Syneras Marketplace.Predicting build failures for complex parts has always been a challenge, especially when lengthy simulation times and high computational demands come into play. Juggling disjointed software tools and repetitive manual tasks only adds to the complexity, making a streamlined approach feel increasingly necessary.PanX steps in to address these hurdles with a thermomechanical Finite Element approach designed to improve part quality and throughput. Its Multi-Grid Modeling technique offers a way to boost accuracy, scalability, and runtime for simulations involving Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) and Directed Energy Deposition (DED) processes.Many conventional methods struggle to handle complex geometries effectively, but PanX offers a more accessible solution by requiring fewer computational resources. Whats more, running simulations on a standard engineering laptop makes it accessible for teams working with limited resources.In developing PanX we have taken an expansive view on simulations role in AM, moving beyond just distortion prediction and into applications including process parameter optimization and topology optimization for manufacturability, said Erik Denlinger, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at PanOptimization.Synera Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) workflow. Image via Synera.PanX integration for streamlined simulation workflowsAccording to the company, Syneras automation platform plays into that effort by providing a structured way to organize product development processes. Its visual editor gives users a straightforward way to set up workflows that integrate tools like PanX.Engineering teams can automate repetitive tasks and keep things moving without getting bogged down by logistical headaches. With AI agents running in the background, theres room to focus on bigger challenges instead of tedious, manual work.Bringing PanX into Syneras Marketplace adds useful functions to the mix. Engineers can run simulations directly from Synera, modify existing analysis templates, process simulation results, and apply automated distortion compensation.Establishing comprehensive workflows through these capabilities helps tackle issues related to part distortion and recoater blade interference, problems that can easily complicate the printing process. With a cohesive framework in place, managing workflows from design to production becomes a far smoother experience.Integrations with other tools add another layer of flexibility. Syneras Marketplace connects with software like Hexagons AM Studio and Emendate, EOSPrint from EOS, Intact.Simulation from Intact Solutions, the Additive Design Toolkit from Fraunhofer Research Institute for Additive Manufacturing (IAPT), and Cognitive Design from Cognitive Design Systems (CDS).Having all those options under one roof gives users more ways to piece their workflows together, making it easier to adapt to whatever project theyre working on.Collaborating with Synera allows us to connect this capability directly to where engineers need it as part of automated workflows that can run continuously without manual intervention. Together, were making advanced simulation accessible and practical for everyday manufacturing, added Denlinger.With early access rolled out for select customers in March, PanX will be available in Syneras Marketplace starting this month.Synera process automation. Image via Synera.Simulation tools for metal 3D printingSimulation tools play a critical role in metal 3D printing by providing a reliable way to predict and prevent issues that could compromise print quality, efficiency, and overall success.In line with this, Altairs Solidthinking division developed Inspire Print3D, a simulation tool to enhance metal 3D printing, particularly through Selective Laser Melting (SLM) processes at Formnext 2019. Aimed to reduce development and manufacturing costs by optimizing designs, this software allows for minimized supports, and identifying defects such as deformation, delamination, and overheating.Built to streamline the design process, Inspire Print3D enables engineers to generate, modify, and evaluate metal part designs using a thermo-mechanical approach. In addition, Altair emphasized its potential to prevent costly failed prints by ensuring accuracy and efficiency from the design stage to production.Elsewhere, metal AM company Velo3D enhanced its Flow print preparation software designed for the Sapphire LPBF metal 3D printer. Built with a physics-driven simulation engine, the software aims to achieve up to 90% first-print success rates by predicting print outcomes and correcting deformation.Flows simulation utility ensures dimensional accuracy before printing, even when working with complex geometries that dont require additional supports.What3D printing trendsshould you watch out for in 2025?How is thefuture of 3D printingshaping up?To stay up to date with the latest 3D printing news, dont forget to subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter or follow us on Twitter, or like our page on Facebook.While youre here, why not subscribe to our Youtube channel? Featuring discussion, debriefs, video shorts, and webinar replays.Featured image shows Synera Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) workflow. Image via Synera.

Recommended Published April 2, 2025 6:00am EDT close Googles new AI tech may know when your house will burn down The project aims to detect a fire the size of a classroom within 20 minutes. Wildfires are becoming an increasingly common threat worldwide. Record-breaking burns from Australia to the Amazon to the United States are devastating the environment.The deadly wildfires that raged across Los Angeles in January were estimated to have caused more than $250 billion in damages.Current satellite imagery is often low resolution, infrequently updated and unable to detect small fires. But what if there was a way to spot wildfires earlier and more accurately before they become raging infernos?Enter FireSat, a new satellite project designed to detect and track wildfires early. How early? The project aims to detect a fire that's merely 270 square feet about the size of a classroom within 20 minutes. It's also able to detect fires two to three acres in size, roughly the size of two football fields.STAY PROTECTED & INFORMED! GET SECURITY ALERTS & EXPERT TECH TIPS SIGN UP FOR KURTS THE CYBERGUY REPORT NOW FireSat satellite (FireSat)Finding fires earlier and more accuratelyTheFireSat constellation will consist of more than 50 satellites when it goes live. The satellites are fitted with custom six-band, multispectral infrared cameras designed to capture imagery suitable for machine learning algorithms to accurately identify wildfires, differentiating them from misleading objects like smokestacks.WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? Illustration of FireSat constellation (FireSat)Building (and testing) a new AI modelUsing artificial intelligence, FireSat rapidly compares a spot, wherever it is in the world, with previous imagery of that location, considering factors like nearby infrastructure and local weather to determine if theres a fire."Differentiating between real fires and random 'noise' in the environment was a challenge," says Chris Van Arsdale, who works on climate and energy projects at Google.The team even loaded a plane with sensors to experiment with their progress."The first time we used the plane, one of our team members lit a barbecue and a fire pit in his backyard so we could fly the plane over and test it," says Erica Brand, one of the project managers for FireSat."And the sensors were able to pick it up."GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Illustration of FireSat constellation images (FireSat)FireSat's long-term vision takes shapeThe first FireSat satellite has already been launched. The entire constellation should be in orbit by 2030. The satellite data will contribute to a global historical record of fire spread so that scientists can better model and understand wildfire behavior. FireSat stats (FireSat)The team behind FireSatGoogle Research and satellite manufacturer Muon Space are founding partners in theEarth Fire Alliance, the nonprofit home for FireSat. Funding for the constellations first satellite comes in part from AI Collaboratives: Wildfires, an initiative created by Google.org that convenes leading nonprofits, academic institutions, government agencies and companies around the joint goal of using AI to prevent the devastating impact of wildfires.As part of AI Collaboratives, Google.org provided $13 million to support the launch of the first satellite in the FireSat constellation. FireSat satellite (Earth Fire Alliance)Kurt's key takeawaysSo, what does this all mean? It means a future where wildfires are detected faster, contained quicker and cause less devastation. FireSat represents a major advance in wildfire management. This ambitious project has the potential to protect lives, homes and the environment we all cherish.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPIf FireSat had been around during the last major wildfire in your area, how might the outcome have been different? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/Newsletter.Ask Kurt a question or let us know what stories you'd like us to cover.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurts free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.

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