A new patent filed by Sony has detailed how the company may plan to cut down on latency in future hardware by using an AI model aided by additional sensors.Sony introduced its first official upscaler, PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), with the PlayStation 5 Pro. While the upscaler can upscale smaller resolutions to 4K, newer graphics technology such as frame generation can come at the cost of additional latency. This means that while you are getting additional frames, your games may not feel quite as responsive as a result. GPU manufacturers AMD and Nvidia have sought to resolve this through Radeon Anti-Lag and Nvidia Reflex respectively, and now it appears Sony may develop a solution of its own.This new Sony patent could be a game-changer for PlayStation. Image credit: Sony Interactive Entertainment.First spotted by Tech4gamers, the Sony patent WO2025010132, titled TIMED INPUT/ACTION RELEASE, is designed to tackle and streamline the timed release of user commands via predicting what button youre going to press next. Sonys rationale for the filing reads: there can be latency between the user's input action and the system's subsequent processing and execution of the command. This in turn results in delayed execution of the command and unintended consequences in the game itself.The solution is described as having several parts running in conjunction: a machine-learning AI model designed to predict what input you are going to receive next, and an external sensor, with the example of a camera pointed at your controller to determine which input you are getting ready to press. In one particular example, the method may include providing camera input as an input to a machine learning (ML) model, the patent reads. The camera input may indicate the first user command.Another potential use includes the sensor being a controller button itself. Considering that Sony has been a champion for analog buttons in the past, the company may use them in a next-generation controller.While the technology as described in the patent might not make its way exactly as described in the PlayStation 6 (filings like these hardly ever do), it clearly shows that the company is looking to adopt similar technologies to cut down on latency without games feeling less responsive, especially considering the popularity of rendering tech like FSR 3 and DLSS 3, which add additional frame latency on whatever system they run on.This will most likely benefit real-world scenarios like twitch shooters, which require both high framerates and low latency. But, whether or not this patent gets used in future hardware remains to be seen.Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

The upcoming change in the presidency has seen a number of companies make changes to long-standing policies, in fields spanning content moderation to DEI policies.As we reported on Friday, however, Apple is holding firm on its own Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies, urging shareholders to reject a resolution to abandon them Apples DEI policiesApple takes a holistic view of DEI, with just a few examples highlighted below.Accessibility in product designOur focus on inclusive design remains a priority and were working to be even more inclusive. Jerremy Holland, Joshua Cohen of Apple University, and Denise Hui of AIML created the Inclusive Products Initiative an internal knowledge-sharing website and network for anyone at Apple interested in inclusive product design. As part of this initiative, the Inclusion & Diversity team developed a workflow that lets product design teams connect with Diversity Network Associations (DNAs) to review their work.Access to customer serviceSignTime helps deaf and hard-of-hearing people communicate with AppleCare and Retail Customer Care in their web browsers using American Sign Language (ASL) in the United States and Canada, British Sign Language (BSL) in the United Kingdom, and French Sign Language (LSF) in France. In 2023, the service launched in Australia, Japan (where it is known as HandTime), Germany (where it is known as SignChat), Spain, Italy, and Korea. In addition to in-person interpreters, customers visiting AppleStore locations can use SignTime to access a sign language interpreter remotely without booking ahead oftime.RecruitmentFor years, Apple employees all over the world have found community through our Diversity Network Associations (DNAs). These member-led groups are designed to inspire a culture of belonging that helps their colleagues feel supported, connected, and empowered [] Brian Rekasis of Global Recruiting Marketing has also seen the benefits of the website. Our Careers at Apple site is one of the first ways candidates get a sense of Apples culture and values, and our DNAs are a huge part of that, he says.Supply chainOur work to make Apple more inclusive extends to the businesses we work with. The Supplier Diversity Program partners with nearly every team within Apple and is dedicated to working with suppliers from historically underrepresented communities to create a more equitable world.EducationOne way weve expanded opportunities is by bringing the Apple Developer Academy to downtown Detroit its first U.S. location through a partnership with Michigan State University (MSU). The academy reaches nearly 750 participants from the Detroit metropolitan area every year, with both short-term and long-term programs that teach the fundamentals of coding, design, project management, marketing, and iOS app development. The Developer Academy is also committed to helping public high school seniors continue their education by providing them with stipends to attend theacademy.EntertainmentAs part of our efforts, we collaborate with creators from around the world, including womens rights activist and youngest Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai, seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton, and award-winning storytellers Alfonso Cuarn, Maya Rudolph, and NataliePortman. We do this because we firmly believe that Apple TV+ is a destination to explore the full spectrum of the human experience. And because we believe in the power of entertainment to bring us closer together, while also helping us gain a better understanding of each other, ourselves, and the world aroundus.A resolution filed by the National Center for Public Policy Research claims that Apples DEI policies put the company at risk of discrimination lawsuits.DEI poses litigation, reputational and financial risks to companies, and therefore financial risks to their shareholders, and therefore further risks to companies for not abiding by their fiduciary duties [] Shareholders request that the Company consider abolishing its Inclusion & Diversity program, policies, department and goals.Apple disagrees, pointing out that its policies represent the opposite of discrimination.Apple is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, or business strategies. Apple is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, or promoting [and our] approach reflects careful determinations regarding our legal compliance and business practices that require complex analysis, extensive knowledge and understanding of the employment and other laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions, and analysis, extensive knowledge and understanding of the employment and other laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions, and judgments as to the appropriate policies, programs, and means of implementation.In other words, we know a lot more about this stuff than you do.DEI is often misunderstood or misrepresentedOne of the challenges with DEI policies especially in the area of recruitment is that it is very commonly misunderstood, or deliberately misrepresented.One of the most common myths is that it means employing unqualified candidates, or rejecting better-qualified majority candidates over less-qualified minority ones. Neither is true.Apple makes it clear that it seeks to hire the best candidates from its recruitment and employment pools. What DEI policies are designed to ensure is that those pools are are large as possible. Without active DEI policies, then historic barriers to minorities will continue to reduce the size of them, and Apple will be missing out on the opportunity to recruit the most able people.The same is true when it comes to promotion. Apple promotes the best employees, but it wants to ensure that the pool of those seeking promotion includes all of those qualified for the roles.For example, when statistics reveal that certain ethnic minorities dont have access to the same educational opportunities as others, then Apple initiatives like its developer academies can ensure that they have the same chance to learn and to prove themselves as everyone else. That increases the number of qualified candidates available to Apple.Similarly, when HR monitoring shows that fewer qualified women put themselves forward for promotion opportunities, then internal programs to boost self-confidence can make sure that Apple is actually able to promote the best people.DEI policies make moneyThere are those who dont fall for the DEI myths, but still think that Apple should just make hard-nosed decisions to make as much money as possible.Leaving aside that Apple doesnt think like this and CEO Tim Cook has told people with that attitude to get out of this stock there is plenty of evidence that DEI policies are profitable. For example, a large-scale McKinsey study showed that the most diverse companies are also the most profitable, and concluded that this is not coincidence.This report shows not only that the business case remains robust, but also that the relationship between diversity on executive teams and the likelihood of financial outperformance is now even stronger than before. These findings are underpinned by our largest data set to date, encompassing 15 countries and more than 1,000 large companies []Our 2019 analysis finds that companies in the top quartile of gender diversity on executive teams were 25 percent more likely to experience above-average profitability than peer companies in the fourth quartile. This is up from 21 percent in 2017 and 15 percent in 2014 []In the case of ethnic and cultural diversity, the findings are equally compelling. We found that companies in the top quartile outperformed those in the fourth by 36 percent in terms of profitability in 2019, slightly up from 33 percent in 2017 and 35 percent in 2014. And, as we have previously found, there continues to be a higher likelihood of outperformance difference with ethnicity than with gender.A Boston Consulting Group study found that diversity was especially important when it comes to innovation.Companies that reported above-average diversity on their management teams also reported innovation revenue that was 19 percentage points higher than that of companies with below-average leadership diversity.None of this should be surprising. Global companies have incredibly diverse markets, and the more your workforce reflects this fact, the better able youll be to come up with products which appeal to the broadest possible demographics, and ensure they are accessible to the greatest number of people.Apple has always said that you do what you think is right, and the money will follow. Given that the shareholder resolution says that Apples DEI policies go further than anyone elses, and its the most profitable company in the world, you might imagine they would be able to do the math.Photo byHeadwayonUnsplashAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? 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We are looking for a creative and talented graphic designer or illustrator to work with us on various design projects at Picoworker.io. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a passion for visual storytelling, and a solid understanding of design principles.What Were Looking ForProven experience in graphic design or illustration.Creativity and an ability to deliver designs that align with our brand and audience.A proactive approach to collaboration and communication.Next Steps:Application Submission: Submit your portfolio and a brief introduction explaining your experience and why youre interested in this role.Shortlisting: We will review all applications and shortlist candidates based on their portfolio and alignment with our requirements.Test Task: Shortlisted candidates will be provided with a test task. The task will involve redesigning specific visuals on our homepage to showcase your skills and creativity.Task Review: Once the test task is submitted, our team will review your work.Selection: The candidate whose work best aligns with our vision will be offered the role.After selection, the designer will work on additional design projects for our platform, collaborating with our team to improve the overall user experience and brand visuals. Related Jobs See more Design jobs

Images of the LFB's new proposals for the 8 Albert Embankment site showing a newbuild block to the north and a new exhibition space to the southThe new scheme has been separated from two nearby sites which had been earmarked for towers under Pilbrow & Partners' former plans1/3show captionThe London Fire Brigade is planning to move its headquarters back to the Art Deco building on Albert Embankment where it was based for 70 years after scrapping a 500m scheme to redevelop the site.The Brigade (LFB) has unveiled new proposals designed by London architect 5plus to refurbish and upgrade the grade II-listed 8 Albert Embankment site, which was the centre of the firefighting operation during the Blitz, to create a new fit for purpose head office for around 840 of its staff.It has closed an agreement with Landsec U&I, which it had previously partnered with on plans to redevelop the building as housing and build two residential towers of 26 and 24 storeys to the rear of the site.The former scheme, designed by Pilbrow & Partners, was approved by Lambeth council in 2019 but later called in by former communities secretary Robert Jenrick and refused in 2021 due to concerns over its impact on nearby heritage assets, including the Palace of Westminster.This followed another 265-home proposal by Lifschutz Davidson Sandilands for Native Land which was rejected by Lambeth council and thrown out by a public inquiry in 2013 because of its impact on daylight in neighbouring properties.The LFB said its new plans for the site have been informed by our learnings from these unsuccessful applications.It added that it had worked hard to find a solution with Landsec U&I but both parties had now reached the conclusion that LFB needs to explore alternative options and LandsecU+I and the Brigade have drawn their agreement to a close.Source: Pilbrow & PartnersPilbrow and Partners rejected proposal for the site with towers visible to the left and a glass extention on the roof of the 1937 fire station buildingUnlike the previous two proposals, the new scheme would not include any housing and would only see the building restored as office space for the LFB, along with a new public exhibition space.It would also only include the main former headquarters building, with the two sites to the rear of the site which had been earmarked for high rise development now being considered separately in conjunction with the Greater London Authority.The Brigade was based at 8 Albert Embankment from its construction in 1937 until 2007 when it moved into new offices at 169 Union Street in Southwark, which were officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II the following year.The Union Street lease comes to an end in March 2027 and the Brigade said it does not expect it to be renewed as it does not meet LFBs requirements into the future.Images of the emerging plans for 8 Albert Embankment show the full retention of the building without the roof extension proposed by Pilbrow & Partners and the retention of a 1930s drill tower on the site.A four-storey newbuild block would be built on the northern edge of the site while the existing Memorial Hall on its southern side would be overhauled as the events and exhibition venue, featuring a new facade of vertical fins.This venue aims to display some of the LFBs collection of more than 20,000 objects, recording the history of firefighting in the capital from the great fire of London in 1666 to the present day.The buildings fire station would also be refurbished with new firefighter accommodation, parking spaces and a community space added, while the building would also undergo a deep carbon retrofit.The front door of 8 Albert Embankment. The buildings Art Deco facade will be restored under the Brigades new plansThe LFB is seeking to retain as much of the original building as possible, including its grand Art Deco frontage which faces the river, which will be repaired and restored to ensure the listed structure retains its historical significance as the home of the London Fire Brigade.Others currently working on the emerging proposals include heritage consultant Smith Jenkins, planning consultant Turley and community engagement consultant Kanda. It is currently unknown if the LFB is looking for a new development partner.Landsec has been contacted for comment.Meanwhile, plans for a nearby hotel tower scheme have been redrawn as student accommodation by Hopkins Architects.Plans for two towers of 29 and 26 storeys on the site of a petrol station at 36-46 Albert Embankment were originally planned as a 900-bed hotel but have been swapped to provide 770 student beds for student accommodation developer Urbanest.The height of the proposed towers, which Urbanest says would start construction in January next year, has not changed and are largely the same in appearance with some minor design changes.

Our Picks Best overall gas grill Monument Denali 605 6-burner View details $799 at Amazon View details Best midrange model Char-Broil Commercial 3-Burner View details $550 at Char-Broil View details Best compact gas grill Monument Grills Tabletop Propane Gas Grill View details $160 at Amazon View details Best equipped model Weber Genesis EPX-335 Smart Gas Grill View details $1,249 at Weber View details Table of Contents What is the best gas grill overall?Some people consider grilling solely a summer activity, but if you ask us, that's quitter talk. No matter where you're located or the weather, there are plenty of opportunities to host your friends and family and cook them some delicious burgers, ribs, steak or grilled veggies. Of course, to ensure you cook quality, then you'll need the best gas grill on the market. We're here to help with that. We've tested varied selections, keeping an eye out for uneven cooking and excellent grill marks. As a quick side note, if even heat distribution and built-in smart features are at the top of your list, we highly recommend the Monument Denali 605 6-burner.Before you dive into our list, there are some things you need to consider before settling on the best gas grill for your needs. To begin with, it's best to decide whether you want to explore gas or prefer to try charcoal grills. If you're only just venturing into the world of grilling, then we recommend starting with gas grills -- they're much easier to use. They light and heat up quickly, which can make for a better experience if you're planning to serve guests. A lot of gas grills have a big grilling surface, so you can whip up meals for the whole family and save time. That said, if you don't have the room for something big, don't fret -- there are some great compact models out there, too. Tthe best gas grills come with all sorts of features, like sear stations, side burners and even built-in lighting for cooking after dark.No matter what you're after to get your meat sizzling, there are plenty of options, from pellet grills and portable grills to standard charcoal grills. However, not all are created equal. Traditional gas grills continue to reign supreme. Below, you'll find the best gas grills of 2025, all tested by our CNET experts. Read on to see the finest models for your culinary needs.Best gas grills of 2025 $799 at Amazon While a giant six-burner grill may not be for everyone, the Monument Denali is the perfect balance of modern thinking, a good price, and quality that I would expect from our top pick. Like any smart modern grill, the Denali has temperature probes to accurately cook your food and uses an app to connect those probes to your phone. You can set the app to alert you when your food reaches the correct temperature or after a certain time limit.The size of the Denali is impressive, giving you room to easily cook for an entire party of guests. I especially like the little slots for hanging your drumsticks to let them cook evenly. All the food I tested was tender, and the probes did a good job of pinpointing the right temperature. My medium rare steaks were perfectly cooked, and the burger patties were browned evenly across the entire range. The addition of the burner to the side meant I could cook up some delicious barbecue beans at the same time as the meat, and I didn't need to bounce from inside to out to keep everything cooking.My only complaint with the Denali 605 is the time it took to build. It comes disassembled for easy shipping, but putting it together was tedious, with a lot of guesswork when the instructions weren't clear. Once it was built, it worked great, but it was a pain to get it together. $550 at Char-Broil Char-Broil's three-burner stainless steel model comes in at almost half the price of the Weber model above. At $550, you'll get a liquid propane and natural gas grill that can handle most cooking challenges with ease.Char-Broil uses what it calls Tru-Infrared, a set of perforated emitter plates that separate food from the flame to distribute heat and reduce flare-ups evenly. There were definitely fewer flare-ups compared with other models in our testing, but you won't be able to see the flame when you're lighting the grill or adjusting the temperature, so keep that in mind.You'll get less power than the Weber at 25,500 BTUs over 420 square inches of primary cooking area space, and there aren't any smart grilling features for remote monitoring. This Char-Broil model does have a side burner as well as tank storage behind two cabinet doors. Like the Weber, it comes with a 10-year warranty.The food cooked on our Char-Broil test unit was good, although slightly less crispy and seared than the Weber. If you're looking to stay close to $500, this outdoor grill with stainless steel burner offers the best balance of features and performance among the models we've tested.

January 13, 20254 min readWhy Does Greenland Interest Trump? Climate Change Is Only Part of the StoryArctic shipping routes and burgeoning mining opportunities may be part of Greenlands appeal to President-elect Donald Trump, but each comes with challenges as wellBy Meghan Bartels edited by Jeanna BrynerContainer ship navigating among icebergs in the harbor of Narsaq, Southern Greenland. Leamus/Getty ImagesPresident-elect Donald Trump has been talking covetously about Greenland, the worlds largest island, among other locations. Greenland is an incredible place, and the people will benefit tremendously if, and when, it becomes part of our Nation, he wrote on January 6 on the social media network he founded, Truth Social.The remarks came out of the blue for many Americansand Greenlanders as well, according to Kuupik Kleist, former prime minister of the island. We dont really know what the background is, he says. But science offers some hints as to Trumps motivationparticularly whether it rests on potential ice melt and other results of the warming climate, a phenomenon Trump falsely denies is occurring or is linked to human activities.First, some background: Greenland is home to fewer than 58,000 people, about one tenth the population of Wyoming, the state with the fewest residents, or just a few thousand more people than those in the U.S. territory of the Northern Mariana Islands. Formerly a colony of Denmark, Greenland is now domestically self-governing but still under Danish control regarding issues such as financial policy, foreign affairs and security.On supporting science journalismIf you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a subscription you are helping to ensure the future of impactful stories about the discoveries and ideas shaping our world today.And those issues are becoming more intricate as climate change accelerates, making the Arctic a center of global attention. Greenland is in a very strategic place in the Arctic for many different interests, says Melody Brown Burkins, who works on science policy and diplomacy in the Arctic and globally at Dartmouth College.Perhaps the most cited aspect of this strategic location comes from an unglamourous source: international shipping routes. As Arctic ice melts, the argument goes, the region will become more passable to ships, offering shorter routes for moving cargo between population centers. And indeed, that trend seems to be in motion: the number of unique ships entering the Arctic increased by 37 percent between 2013 and 2023, according to the intergovernmental Arctic Council.But the promise of polar routes may be overhyped, Burkins says. I think this massive idea that were going to send all ships to these new routes to save money is a little odd, she says, particularly given how harsh polar ocean conditions are and will continue to be. You can say theres going to be less ice, but theres going to be a lot more ice drifting around to puncture ships, she says.In September 2023, when Arctic sea ice was at its yearly minimum, fewer than 1,800 individual vessels ventured into the region. Thats less than 2 percent of the global fleet and 63 percent of the whole years Arctic ship traffic. Moreover, throughout the year, fishing ships outnumbered cargo ships. Combined, those numbers suggest that despite recent growth in Arctic shipping, the opportunities remain limited, as Burkins suggests. The seasons are not conducive, and its very challenging waters, she says of these northerly seas, also noting that shipping infrastructure, such as the presence of ports, remains scarce in the region.That limited infrastructure also complicates the second narrative that has often been cited as a reason for interest in Greenland: mineral extraction, says Anne Merrild, a professor of resource management at Aalborg University in Denmark, who grew up in Greenland. The minerals that are so desirable are rich in rare earth metals and other materials that could be particularly useful in renewable energy technology such as power-storing batteries and windmill magnets.Merrild notes, however, that those minerals are not, as outsiders might assume, buried under Greenlands ice sheet and frozen out of the reach of would-be miners. Plenty lie along the ice-free coastsbut firmly underground, awaiting export infrastructure, Greenlandic political will and foreign commercial partnerships. Despite Trumps comments, Merrild says that her research hasnt shown much U.S. commercial interest in the islands minerals. Nevertheless, she and Kleist believe that under the right conditions, Greenlanders would be willing to permit mining as a way of diversifying its economy beyond fishing.Each of these is fraught, Burkins says of shipping lanes and rare earth mining, as well as other explanations for Trumps interest in annexing another governments land. If national security is the concern, since the mid-20th century the U.S. has had rights to operate military outposts in Greenland. Such outposts have included an infamous would-be ballistic missile site that was abandoned in 1966, produced more than 47,000 gallons of radioactive waste and is still buried under the ice sheet, as well as a single Space Force base operating today.Greenland may not often be considered powerful, but it has real political ties with both Denmark and the rest of Europe, as well as long historical connections with Canada. Trumps apparent interest in the island may even give Greenlanders additional leverage in these international conversations, Merrild speculates.And while Greenland and Denmark are in ongoing discussions of potential independence for the island, its hard to imagine Greenlanders finally breaking ties with one colonial power only to voluntarily accept anothermaking Trumps threats to use economic or military force particularly problematic, Kleist says. Thats far beyond acceptable, he says. You dont simply do that in 2025.

The animator behind the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film credits has detailed the creation of its low poly character models, including the first ever Classic Shadow.Each of the Sonic films has had a retro-themed credits sequence, gradually moving from 2D pixels to the low poly 3D models in this film, which were based on arcade game Sonic the Fighters.However, with the inclusion of Shadow the Hedgehog in the film, this provided an opportunity to create a Classic Shadow model for the first time.I worked on Sonic 3.Watch on YouTubeBack in 2023, Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka told GameInformer (thanks Sonic Stadium) during a Sonic Superstars preview that Shadow would not be mixing with classic characters."Shadow is from the Modern series of characters and gameplay that we have introduced," he said. "The Classic series exists before the Modern series, so they haven't met at that time. There's no relationship, so we won't be bringing Shadow into the Classic series."Then, with last year's Sonic x Shadow Generations, Iizuka confirmed to Eurogamer before its release there would be no Classic Shadow.Yet animator suitNtie managed to do it, which he's detailed in a new video discussing the creation of the credits."[Shadow's design] is something that is probably one of the most important things to me on the project," he said."It feels almost like [Sega is] allergic to this idea completely. So I was really sceptical if I was going to be able to."The model itself was based on the same used for Sonic, but with a few tweaks: the colour scheme, of course, as well as the shoes and eyeliner. These low poly models are such a thrill for fans | Image credit: Sega / Paramount / Picturemill"But then it came down to the torso - what I would consider Classic Sonic's main thing is the torso and also the proportions," he continued, pointing to the model's round body design. "Will they want the more normal Sonic Adventure-style body, instead of this Classic one?"If you watch the movie you see that it's Classic Shadow! I got Classic Shadow in an official Sonic product!"Elsewhere in the video, suitNtie discusses how he got the job. At the end of 2023 he was laid off from his job as a VFX artist in the games industry, similarly to so many employees. It's great, therefore, to see such a success story emerging from its aftermath.In addition to the video, the animator has shared a thread on X discussing some extra titbits, including how he tried to sneak a Dreamcast console into the background.To see this content please enable targeting cookies.Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has been a resounding success for both Sega and Paramount, as the film franchise has surpassed $1bn at the global box office."Sega and Paramount more closely align game and film worlds for an authentic Sonic romp with added Keanu cool," reads our film review of Sonic the Hedgehog 3.There are also multiple post-credit sequences: what could they be hinting at for Sonic 4?

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 here Contents hide Dead By Daylight 2v8 mode is a lot of fun, and BeHaviour has promised that it will come back in the form of a third iteration. While nothing is official yet, DBD leaks have revealed new Resident Evil 2v8 killers and abilities, and it seems we might also be getting fresh skins for a beloved Resident Evil character. New Dead By Daylight 2v8 Resident Evil killers We previously reported on leaks that suggest Dead By Daylight is teaming up with Resident Evil for 2v8 mode. Its believed that the LTM will return in February, although theres no confirmation of anything yet from BeHaviour Interactive. BeHaviour previously discussed the difficulties with getting licensed killers for 2v8 mode, but it seems Resident Evil could be happening because its two rogues from the same IP teaming up instead of two bad guys from different franchises. Mathieu Cote said it was difficult getting the okay for team ups such as Nemesis with Chucky, so partnerships within the same IP make a lot of sense. According to Dvveet, both Nemesis and Wesker will team up in 2v8 mode. They will also be accompanied by the previously leaked Legion. While not official, these leaks come via datamines shared on the DBDLeaks Discord by Wazzup and Masusder. As for abilities, Wazzup reports that Nemesis and Wesker will spawn Supply Crates containing a new limited item that is able to cure both of their infections. Its also claimed that this item holds 3 charges.Lastly, in the previous leak, it was discovered that Racoon City Police Station will be a new 2v8 map, and there will also the addition of a new survivor class called Meat Shield. This class is capable of dashing, which can absorb hits and stun killers. Image credit: DBDLeaks Discord New DBD skins In addition to Wesker and Nemesis joining DBD 2v8 mode as new killers, BeHaviour will enable Blights William Birkin skin along with Legions Hunk skin. These are both based on Resident Evil, and they will have a special in-game portrait for the LTM. While BeHaviour enabling licensed skins is great news for the LTM, its speculated that we could possibly getting a new skin for Ada Wong. Leaks have found seemingly new or currently missing audio related to Ada Wong, and this could signal a new Cosmetic for her. Its important to stress that a new skin for Ada is speculation compared to the addition of Nemesis and Wesker as killers for 2v8. BeHaviour could possibly release a new Ada skin as they are releasing Resident Evil killer and survivor skin bundles in February according to leaks, but nothing is concrete right now. Image credit: @Dvveet on XFor more Dead By Daylight content, check out ourranking of the top 10 DLC expansions to buyalong with a ranking of thebest killer perksandbest survivor perks.Dead by DaylightPlatform(s):Google Stadia, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series XGenre(s):Action, Survival Horror7VideoGamerRelated TopicsDead by Daylight Subscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

Embarking on a home renovation can be an exciting timedepending on the project, you have carte blanche to make your home unique, fix problem areas that have been neglected, and even boost your homes value should you decide to sell it down the line.But not every renovation will sustain that last goal. In addition to renovations that dont increase value, there are even some that can hurt a sale. Ahead, seasoned realtors and home improvement pros reveal the nine renovations that can devalue your homeplus what you should be considering instead.Overly personalized designIts natural to make your home your own, but if you have plans to sell your house at any point, steer clear from overcustomizing your space. This can include anything from eye-catching kitchen backsplashes to trendy wallpapers or painted murals. Bold accent walls, ultra-modern fixtures, or anything too niche can turn buyers off, explains Yoann Dorat, global real estate advisor with ONE Sothebys International Realty. They cant picture themselves living there, and buyers think renovation project as soon as they see it. Neutral design wins every time.Bedroom conversionsWorking from home has become more ubiquitous, so converting a bedroom into a beautiful home office (or a home gym or even a walk-in closet) might feel like a smart movebut beware if you do. This one is a deal killer. Bedrooms add direct value, and most buyers search for homes based on bedroom count, says Dorat. Turn a bedroom into an office, walk-in closet, or gym, and you lose serious appealespecially if youre dropping from four beds to three.Garage conversionsMost buyers still want garages. If you plan to use yours for something other than storing cars, consider if its an easily reversible design should you plan to sell in the future.Photo: Don Mason/Getty ImagesConversely, if you barely use your garage for housing your car, it might seem smart to convert that space into something livable or more usablelike an accessory dwelling unit or a gym. But resist the urge if you plan to sell, because garages are truly valuable to a prospective buyer. While its tempting to create extra living space, buyers still want garages, Dorat says. In suburban and family-friendly markets, this is especially true. Losing a garage often means losing buyer interest.Overimprovingor overbuildinga homeEven if you have the funds to add more square footage or luxury, high-end finishes, it doesnt make sense if itll make your home stand out badly. An oversized home in a neighborhood of modest three-bedroom homes can make the property stick out to the point that it can deter prospective buyers, says Leo Peak, a realtor with Peak Family Real Estate Group. People shopping for homes in a specific price range or community often expect homes that align with the areas overall aesthetic and functionality.Adding a poolPools can be great in the summer. But their seasonality and upkeep can make them unattractive to potential buyers.Photo: Scott Van Dyke/Getty Images