GOG joins Europe's largest organisation dedicated to game preservation"Every game deserves to be remembered."Image credit: GOG News by Ed Nightingale Deputy News Editor Published on Jan. 15, 2025 GOG has joined the European Federation of Game Archives, Museums and Preservation Projects (EFGAMP) as it continues to push for game preservation.The PC game platform is the first Polish institution to join EFGAMP, which was founded in 2012 to represent over 20 organisations focused on collecting and preserving digital games. It's the largest organisation in Europe of its kind."GOG was created with video game preservation in mind," said GOG managing director Maciej Gołębiewski, emphasising the company's game preservation ambitions.GOG Preservation Program - Make Games Live ForeverWatch on YouTube"Classic games and the mission to safeguard them for future generations have always been at the core of our work. Over the past decade, we've honed our expertise in this area. The GOG Preservation Program, which ensures compatibility for over 100 games and delivers hundreds of enhancements, is just one example of this commitment. We were thrilled to see the Program warmly received not only by our players but also by our partners and the gaming industry as a whole."He continued: "As a European company, we feel a responsibility to lead in preserving gaming heritage. Joining EFGAMP reinforces this commitment. Our next step is to expand institutional collaboration with museums and governmental and non-governmental organisations worldwide. We hope our experience will contribute meaningfully to their efforts. We are also discussing exciting new game preservation projects, which we look forward to sharing soon."To see this content please enable targeting cookies.Andreas Lange, COO of EFGAMP, highlighted GOG's "unique perspective" as a "European leader in digital game distribution"."Their experience in making classic games accessible to modern audiences complements the work of our existing members by bringing further digital expertise to our collective efforts," said Lange. "As GOG distributes classic games worldwide, GOG is a fantastic addition to EFGAMP, whose members are primarily rooted in the cultural heritage sector."In November last year, GOG announced its Preservation Program to maintain the compatibility of games with modern and future systems. So far, over 100 games are part of the initiative, receiving a Good Old Game badge."Every game deserves to be remembered, and were committed to fighting for your gaming legacy," said GOG in a social media post.

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 hereEveryone is desperate to know when Grand Theft Auto 6 is coming out. Other developers and publishers want to know so they can give it a wide berth, meanwhile, fans want the game to come out as soon as possible so they can leave reality behind to start living in Vice City. The release date window is still currently scheduled for Fall 2025, but fans want Rockstar to announce a specific launch day. We dont know when Rockstar will make the announcement, however, a new theory suggests the release date for GTA 6 could be revealed in January because of Rockstars history.GTA 6 release date reveal in January theory explainedThere is a new theory circling online that suggests the release date for GTA 6 could be revealed before the end of January. This theory is built off the back of Rockstar previously announcing launch days for their games in the first month of the new year.As shown by GTAVI_Countdown on X, the launch day for GTA 4 was announced on January 24th, 2008, and the launch day for Max Payne 3 was announced on January 17th, 2012. The release date for Grand Theft Auto 5 was also revealed on January 31st, 2013.The only exception to the rule in the evidence lined up is Red Dead Redemption 2s release date getting announced on February 1st, 2018. In addition to getting their launch day revealed in January and the beginning of February, all the games included as evidence came out as announced by Rockstar.Its certainly a compelling theory with a history of evidence to get fans excited. Theres also the fact that Take-Two Interactives next quarterly earnings call is scheduled for February 6th. We are hopeful news about GTA 6 will be revealed before the imminent earnings report, but nothing is officially planned as of writing.There have been theories in the past such as trailer 2 coming out on December 27th that didnt come to fruition, so fans should keep expectations in check and not take theories as gospel. Rockstar will reveal the launch day for the game when theyre ready, and hopefully it will come out in Fall 2025 rather than getting delayed to 2026.In more Grand Theft Auto 6 news, Take-Two has explained why it is not launching day one on PC.Grand Theft Auto 6Platform(s):PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series S/X, Xbox Series XGenre(s):Action, Action AdventureSubscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

Do you know how to clean a dishwasher? Its okay if the answer is no. After all, Lucy Peachy Challenger, a cleaning influencer and TV star based in Blaenavon, Wales, notes that most people often forget about scrubbing the easily overlooked appliance when cleaning their kitchen. But forgetting to clean your dishwasher regularly can mean that your dishwasher doesnt clean your dishes as well as it could, Challenger says. Its a simple 10-minute task that should be done approximately every four weeks if used regularly.In the following guide from AD, learn how to clean a dishwasher with white vinegar, baking soda, and dish soap. Not only will your machine look brand-new, but it will also run more efficiently than ever.Find what you needWhy dishwasher cleaning is importantHave you ever put your dishes into the dishwasher and they come out dirty? Or find a glass tainted with soap scum, or worse, bits of food left on a plate? If youre experiencing this, your dishwasher might need some extra care.Regular cleaning helps to provide the best cleaning experience and keep your dishwasher in top shape for years to come, Morgan Eberhard, senior scientist at Cascade based in Cincinnati, Ohio, says.By regularly cleaning your machine, you can ensure that you wont have to rewash your dishes in a frustrated rush. (Knowing how to properly load your dishwasher the right way can also make a world of difference.)In short, cleaning your dishwasher can help save you time, prevent costly surprise repairs, and get rid of any foul odors.How often you should clean a dishwasherHow often you clean your dishwasher depends on your schedule and needs, but Eberhard recommends cleaning your dishwasher at least once a month. If you think about it, this appliance is responsible for ensuring the surfaces you eat food off of every day are sanitary. So, youll want to make sure youre cleaning it often and well.Over time, food particles, grease, and soap scum can build up in the filter and the holes of the spray arms, affecting its efficiency and even causing unpleasant odors, Eberhard says.By cleaning your dishwasher regularly, you can ensure it will function well and last longer. A little effort now can save money and time in the long run. Tip: Pick a day each month to deep clean your major appliances to make them less overwhelming to keep track of.How to clean a dishwasherFor a quick clean, Eberhard recommends running the dishwasher in an empty wash cycle with a single dose of Cascade Platinum Dishwasher Cleaner to prevent food particles and soap scum from building up.For a deeper clean, follow the below steps.Step 1: Gather your suppliesYou cant clean a dishwasher without gathering a few cleaning products first. But, great news, you probably already have most of them. The following steps are general guidelines, but make sure to look at your specific appliances manual.What is the best thing to clean the inside of a dishwasher?While there are different products you could use, youll need the following for this method:Warm waterDish soapDistilled white vinegarBaking sodaToothpickToothbrushMicrofiber clothRubber glovesNotice: Experts do not recommend using bleach when cleaning your dishwasher.Step 2: Remove the filter, utensil holders, and dishwasher racksCleaning the filter will ensure your dishwasher runs smoother.Phto: Tatjana Meininger/Getty Images

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Begone, KongNintendo cuts original developer from credits yet again, this time for Donkey Kong Country Returns HDThat's not very K O N G of you, NintendoImage credit: Nintendo News by Connor Makar Staff Writer Published on Jan. 15, 2025 Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is here at last, but with the lifting of the review embargo, it looks like Nintendo has once again decided to not include the original developers in the game's credits. Instead, the only devleopment credits go to Forever Entertainment, which handled the modern port.This was confirmed by outlets like Nintendo Life, which published its findings as the review embargo lifted. Ollie Reynolds, a staff writer at Nintendo Life, noted that Retro Studios (the original devlopers of Donkey Kong Country Returns) weren't present in the credits at all.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. This isn't the first time this has happened either. Back in 2023, the Metroid Prime Remaster was suddenly dropped onto the Nintendo Switch with a new coat of paint. However, original developers behind the game were left off the credits, which caused quite a stir online. A handful of original devs, including Jack Mathews, went public to share his displeasure at the decision.It seems the same has happened again, and that Nintendo has no intention of shifting its stance. Nonetheless, it's a rough move. At least include a line thanking the orignal devs, c'mon. It's also a weird stain against what seems to be an otherwise great HD port. A shame.What do you think of all this? Do you think proper credit should be given to the OG devs? Let us know below!

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Image: Better eShop / Nintendo LifeRecently whilst twiddling our thumbs waiting for Switch 2 to be announced, we got thinking about the state of the current Switch's eShop. It's long been bemoaned for being painfully slow and containing a 'large shedful' of shovelware titles.After pondering what could be done about this, I posted a skeet (eugh) to see what the community thought were the main issues.A ton of replies later, the message was pretty clear about what people wanted to see. They were: Content Filters (too much shovelware, asset-flips and hentai games); Better Discoverability (lack of options to browse the catalogue); User Reviews (no ability to review or rate games for others to see); Faster (load times are slow and painful to browse); Shopping Cart (no ability to add items to a cart/basket); Music (the Wii and Wii U had tunes!).Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube792kWatch on YouTube All of those requests sounded pretty reasonable, so, a week of effort later, we have created the Better eShop.Introducing the "Better eShop"Image: Better eShop / Nintendo LifeImages: Better eShop / Nintendo LifeAs detailed on the About page, Better eShop has the following features:We've created customisable Filters that automatically filter out "spam" games for you, you can help us categorise games by using the 'Report' button.We've replicated (as best we can) the existing discoverability on the eShop, whilst adding more of our own. Please share your feedback and ideas on different ways to browse games and we'll build those in.On game pages, you will find both our own Nintendo Life review (if we've reviewed it) and you can now submit user reviews of 50-250 words, along with a score, which all ties into our Nintendo Life game collection system.Obviously, we've also made the Better eShop much faster to browse, added a dark mode, and optimised it for mobile.We've added a Cart/Basket system (kind of). You can add/remove games to/from your cart, however as a limitation of the actual eShop you will still need to buy each game individually.Finally, we added music (if you so wish).Now, we aren't the first to create an eShop alternative, however, we believe this first step will get us ready for Switch 2 and whatever Nintendo decides to do with its digital storefront.Images: Better eShop / Nintendo LifeIt's highly unlikely that Nintendo will impose any style of quality control, which is where Better eShop comes into play. We also want to heavily involve you, our community, in keeping tabs on the spam in the eShop, together we can filter it all out.What Next?Assuming you find Better eShop useful, we'll continue to flesh out the database and add new features along the way. We've already got a few in mind such as wishlisting, additional regions and a 'Your Reviews' page.We'd love for you to have a play with Better eShop and let us know your thoughts, ideas and suggestions in the comments below.

Google announced on Wednesday that all AI features in Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Meet are now available to Workspace customers at no extra charge, though the plan will see a $2 per month increase per user.This change simplifies access to Workplace AI tools, including email summaries, automated note-taking, chatting with the Gemini bot, and more. Previously, customers who wanted to use all of the AI features needed to pay an additional $20 per user per month for the Gemini for Workplace plan on top of the $12 for the Workspace Business Standard plan. Now, the standard plan is $14 per user per month.The new pricing takes effect for new customers immediately, and existing customers will see changes starting March 17, 2025. Small business customers are exempt from these pricing changes for now.Customers who previously purchased the Gemini for Workspace add-on will continue to have access to the features but will no longer be charged for the subscription after January 31.The latest update is part of a competitive push against Microsoft and other companies making the move to integrate AI capabilities into their standard offerings. In November, Microsoft bundled its Copilot Pro AI features with the standard Microsoft 365 subscription.

Movie & Games TrailersPrime TargetBy Vincent Frei - 15/01/2025 What if prime numbers held the key to the worlds secrets? Watch the trailer for Prime Target on Apple TV+ and dive into a thrilling race where one young mathematicians discovery could change everything!The VFX are made by:Union VFXDirector: Brady HoodRelease Date: January 22, 2025 (Apple TV+) Vincent Frei The Art of VFX 2025