Imagine youre walking through a beautiful forest. Youre taking in everything and breathing the fresh air deeply, feeling a sense of serenity and calmness wash over you after all the noise and chaos of the concrete jungle. Suddenly, in the middle of a clearing, you see a structure that seems ancient but also looks modern. Do you run away from it, thinking youre suddenly on an episode of Lost, or do you go towards it and explore what it is and what its doing there in the forest?Designer: P + S Estudio de ArquitecturaIf youre the former, we cant blame you. But if youre the latter, youll probably enjoy exploring the COMPLUVIUM, a water shelter in the Rouen forest in northwestern France. It is a geometric spatial structure that provides a stark but interesting contrast to the forest and greenery surrounding it. The materials used mainly for it, pinewood, fiberglass, and linen, integrates the pavilion into the landscape of the forest. The way its designed, it also highlights how water blends in with the forest as it is able to collect and frame the rain instead of just being protected from it. The COMPLUVIUM is a cube like structure with a structural base made from pinewood which grounds it in natural materials. It uses fiberglass that is reinforced with resin to let the light filter through and at the same time, protecting the shelter from extreme weather conditions and also wear and tear over time. The interior and exterior surface use locally sourced linen with the former using the natural finish and the later getting a black protective coating. It brings together local building traditions like the wood and line which are part of Normandys cultural identity while also bringing contemporary spatial experimentation. The central void of the pavilion has a 5 x 5 x 5-meter cubic configuration while the inward-sloping roofs serve as the catch basin of the structure, directing the rainwater to the center. This is meant to be a contemplative space in the middle of the forest, bringing together water and light, and all the different materials put together to achieve the marriage of the two. The COMPLUVIUM, therefore, is more than just a shelter. Its a carefully crafted experience. It invites contemplation, not just of the rain, but of the interplay between nature and design. By blending traditional materials and modern architectural principles, P + S Estudio de Arquitectura has created a space that both contrasts with and complements its forest setting. Its a place where one can reconnect with the natural world, finding a moment of peace within the gentle rhythm of falling rain, framed and celebrated by the unique design of the COMPLUVIUM. It stands as a testament to the power of architecture to not only provide shelter, but to enhance our understanding and appreciation of the environment around us.The post Water shelter in the middle of the forest invites you to contemplate water and light first appeared on Yanko Design.

Childhood often involves playing with slime. This popular toy, still enjoyed by many, offers a uniquely tactile and relaxing experience. Squishing, mixing, and manipulating slime provides a satisfying sensory outlet. The enduring appeal of slime is evident in its prominent online presence, with creators on platforms like TikTok and YouTube showcasing imaginative ways to play, and the popularity of slime ASMR further demonstrating its widespread appeal. But what if slime could do more than just provide sensory amusement? What if it could generate electricity?Designer: University of GuelphScientists at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada, have developed a slime-like material with precisely that capability. While not exactly electric slime, this innovative substance generates electricity when compressed or squeezed. Composed of 90% water, along with biocompatible and bio-based oleic (fatty) acid and amino acids, the prototype represents a significant leap in material science. Researchers discovered that the slime forms intricate structures at a microscopic level, allowing it to dynamically arrange and rearrange itself into various layered formations. This unique structural property is key to its electricity-generating ability.This is not just something fun to play around with. The possibilities of what can be done with this electricity-generating slime is vast. For example, it can be used for bandages, making it easier for open wounds to heal faster since these will attract healing cells to the open wound. This can also be used for targeted drug delivery so that the medicine itself will be released when the structure changes. There are also some non-medical possibilities. You can use the material for household flooring so that it will produce green electricity when people are walking on it, somewhat similar to the Kinetic Dance Floor that Coldplay used in their concert tour. You can also create a squishy power bank to charge your devices. While the potential is vast, this electricity-producing slime project is still in its early stages. Extensive research, rigorous testing, and further prototyping are crucial before it can be considered for medical or commercial use. The current prototype, with its somewhat slimy, mucous-like appearance, clearly needs aesthetic refinement. Beyond aesthetics, the challenge of scalable mass production looms large. Developing efficient and cost-effective methods for manufacturing this unique material in large quantities will be essential to its widespread adoption. Despite these hurdles, the innovative nature of this project and the breadth of its potential applications make it a fascinating area of research with the potential to revolutionize various fields.The post Electricity-producing slime can become medical tool and energy source in the future first appeared on Yanko Design.

After her sudden departure from OpenAI last fall, ex-CTO Mira Murati vanished from public view to start something new. Now, she is ready to share some details about what shes working on.Her new AI startup is called Thinking Machines Lab, and while the specifics of what it plans to release are still under wraps, the company says its goal is to make AI systems more widely understood, customizable and generally capable. The startup also promises at least some level of public transparency by pledging to regularly publish technical research and code.In a press release shared with The Verge, the company suggests that its building products that help humans work with AI, rather than fully autonomous systems. Were building a future where everyone has access to the knowledge and tools to make AI work for their unique needs and goals, says the press release.Murati has been working to create an AI dream team for this new startup. She recently recruited OpenAI co-founder John Schulman as head of research. Barrett Zoph, another former OpenAI leader, is her startups CTO. Sources tell The Verge that Schulman has been actively helping build the team by taking meetings with …Read the full story at The Verge.

When S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl was released in November, it was clearly not yet the game its developers, GSC Game World, wanted it to be. Sure, this imagining of the Zone was fabulously moody, a desolate and bleak expanse of bog, scrubland, abandoned warehouses, and pallid vistas. For all the ways it was transportive and evocative, it did not yet feel truly alive. The Zone was, dare I say, a little too quiet, lacking the kind of brilliant emergent moments (like three-way skirmishes between stalkers, more stalkers, and roving packs of mutant dogs) that have previously defined the franchise. I ended my review wondering whether the game would, and indeed could, become the very best shining version of itself. Three months on, with two major and five smaller patches under its belt, Im thrilled to report that the game is close to becoming exactly that. To cut a long story short, the enemy AI in combat situations is vastly improved, A-Life 2.0 (the more expansive AI system that gives the game its thrillingly unpredictable sense of life) is practically purring, and Im now encountering far fewer of the immersion-breaking bugs (like floating and disembodied heads). S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 was admittedly no Cyberpunk 2077 disaster at launch. That said, the work done by its Kyiv and Prague-based developers, who have labored throughout the Russia-Ukraine war, is nothing short of remarkable.Last night, while traipsing through the overgrowth to complete a mission in the Malachite region, I was spotted by stalkers from a rival faction. I retreated back into the vehicle station that Id just passed through, taking cover behind a steel gate. I poked my rifle around the metal panel, leaning to my left as bullets whizzed past my head, catching a glimpse of the masked stalkers attempting to flank me. They threw grenades, pinning me back. I downed one of them, and the other went to heal him. As he crouched down to administer a med kit, I headshotted him, a fearsome crack whipping through the air. Of course, I unceremoniously looted both bodies moments later.Image: GSC Game WorldImproved enemy AI clearly has a massive impact on gameplay. It also changes how the Zone feels. Where, previously, the architecture felt ghostly blown-out, post-Soviet wreckage that was slowly being reclaimed by nature now, it is the perfect site for cat-and-mouse shootouts. Fear not, the Zone is still haunting, but the adrenaline-pumping, hardcore firefights that were such a standout feature of prerelease trailers are now very much a reality in the game. It adds up to a 64-kilometer-squared open-world playspace that feels even more dangerous; youre locked into a battle with the landscape itself and the much smarter humans that stalk it. In the latest patch released last Thursday, there are a whopping 1,700 improvements, ranging from small balancing tweaks like radiation levels to what seem like pretty substantial changes, including level design, and terrain improvements for multiple locations and regions. Your flashlight now casts shadows on objects, and stealth has been improved (although, truth be told, its still pretty wonky). Maybe my favorite detail is that NPCs dont just heal their fallen allies; they now loot the corpses of downed enemies. Turns out, these NPCs have just as little shame as me. Another small detail that subtly enhances the games already wonderful atmosphere: thanks, I think, to the improved A-Life 2.0, NPC stalkers now more regularly gather at campfires, even those in the wilderness outside of major hub areas. I dont want to tacitly endorse developers releasing games in borderline unfinished states. The examples, unfortunately, have been piling up in recent years. But you cant deny the achievements of GSC Game World. In early December, creative director Mariia Grygorovych reflected on the games rocky launch. Its not perfect, we need to fix everything, she said. But its a game! Its a game with soul, with feelings there, with love there!Grygorovych is right, and now its easier than ever to appreciate all that love and soul. For sure, its an odd and uncompromising love, the kind thats content to let the player cower in a shed while a blood-red radiation storm whirs above them; the kind that also takes pride in first-person animations of protagonist Skif wolfing down delicious cured sausage. These types of moments feed into a wider tapestry of action that does not go easy on the player indeed, it goes out of its way to make life miserable for them. This type of friction has always been the major selling point of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise. Its what makes the series appeal to such a specific type of video game fetishist. Now, that friction manifests in many more of the ways the developers intended. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. is no tribute act to past glories: three months on from launch, it finally feels as if it was worth the wait. See More:

Important LLMs Papers for the Week from 03/02 to 09/02 0 like February 18, 2025Share this postLast Updated on February 18, 2025 by Editorial TeamAuthor(s): Youssef Hosni Originally published on Towards AI. Stay Updated with Recent Large Language Models ResearchThis member-only story is on us. Upgrade to access all of Medium.Large language models (LLMs) have advanced rapidly in recent years. As new generations of models are developed, researchers and engineers need to stay informed on the latest progress.This article summarizes some of the most important LLM papers published during the First Week of February 2025. The papers cover various topics shaping the next generation of language models, from model optimization and scaling to reasoning, benchmarking, and enhancing performance.Keeping up with novel LLM research across these domains will help guide continued progress toward models that are more capable, robust, and aligned with human values.LLM Progress & BenchmarkingLLM ReasoningLLM AgentsLLM Preference Optimization & AlignmentLLM Scaling & OptimizationLLM Safety & SecurityRetrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)Attention ModelsMost insights I share in Medium have previously been shared in my weekly newsletter, To Data & Beyond.If you want to be up-to-date with the frenetic world of AI while also feeling inspired to take action or, at the very least, to be well-prepared for the future ahead of us, this is for you.Subscribe below to become an AI leader among your peers and receive content not present in any other platform, including Medium:Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, Read the full blog for free on Medium.Join thousands of data leaders on the AI newsletter. Join over 80,000 subscribers and keep up to date with the latest developments in AI. From research to projects and ideas. If you are building an AI startup, an AI-related product, or a service, we invite you to consider becoming asponsor. Published via Towards AITowards AI - Medium Share this post

This past weekend saw the first round of network tests for Elden Ring Nightreign, the upcoming standalone multiplayer game spun out of FromSoftwares magnum opus. Unlike last years Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, Nightreign resembles Elden Ring in name and appearance only, trading its parent games open world structure for a streamlined survival format in which three-player teams have to drop into gradually shrinking maps to fight off groups of enemies and increasingly challenging bosses. Its a design that undoubtedly suggests the developers were inspired by the hugely popular Fortnite unsurprising, considering Epics battle royale has been enjoyed by no less than 200 million players this month alone. But Nightreign bears an even greater resemblance to another game, one not nearly as famous and much more disliked: 2013s God of War: Ascension. And thats a good thing. Image credit: Sony Santa Monica / SonyReleased between 2010s God of War 3 and 2018s Norse-flavored God of War reboot, Ascension was a prequel set before the original Greek mythology trilogy that followed Kratos as he tried to break his oath with his soon-to-be-predecessor, Aries. Unable to live up to the initial trilogys epic finale, and fueling desire to shake up a tried-and-tested formula, God of War: Ascension quickly became known as the black sheep of the franchise. A half-decent appetizer to an amazing main course.Its an understandable reputation, but also unfair. Although Kratos confrontation with the Furies in Ascension obviously didnt reach the same heights as his five-stage fight with Zeus, this divisive prequel still had some truly jaw-dropping set-pieces, including the Prison of the Damned, a labyrinthine dungeon carved into the skin and bones of an immobilized, 100-armed giant. But, more importantly, Ascension also deserves credit for trying something the franchise had not done before, and hasnt since: multiplayer. Trial of the Gods, is cooperative PvE. And also basically Elden Ring Nightreign. As you make your way through the Prison of the Damned in Ascensions story, you encounter a chained up NPC who lets out a premature You saved me! before being crushed by the levels boss. Open up the multiplayer mode after reaching this point in the campaign and youll find this same NPC is now your player character. Having been teleported to Olympus seconds before your demise, you must pledge allegiance to one of four gods Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, or Aries each of whom will provide you with unique weapons, armor pieces, and magic attacks. These are the tools with which you wage war across five different multiplayer modes, four of which are competitive PvP. The fifth mode, Trial of the Gods, is cooperative PvE. And also basically Elden Ring Nightreign. Gameplay previews of Nightreign posted ahead of the network tests by prominent Soulsborne YouTubers like VaatiyVidya and Iron Pineapple, as well IGNs own coverage, have revealed the similarities between FromSoftwares latest and live service games like Fortnite. Much like those games, Nightreign offers a cocktail of randomized loot, resource management, and environmental hazards that damage a players health and limit their area of movement, making runs more challenging as they go on. Nightreign even pays homage to one of Fortnites most iconic images, having players drop into the level from the sky, taxied by spirit birds to a position of their choosing. Image credit: FromSoftware / Bandai NamcoYou wont find any where are we dropping? action in God of War: Ascension, but go beyond Nightreigns battle royale-like surface and youll find much more common ground. Both Nightreign and Ascensions Trial of the Gods mode are co-op experiences where teams of two or more face increasingly tougher foes. Both grant players the unexpected but welcome opportunity to take on bosses from previous games, be they Hercules from God of War 3 or the Nameless King from Dark Souls 3. Both have a countdown (although Ascensions can be paused by defeating enemies) and both take place on maps that are either small or shrinking. And both are multiplayer games developed by studios known for their well-crafted single-player experiences, and were made without oversight from their series creators; Elden Ring director Hidetaka Miyazaki is working on an as of yet unknown project, while the directors of the original God of War trilogy David Jaffe, Cory Barlog, and Stig Asmussen had all left Sony Santa Monica at the time of Ascensions creation to pursue opportunities elsewhere. Above all, Nightreign appears to evoke the same response from players as Ascensions Trial of the Gods did. Those who participated in FromSoftwares network test invariably describe their runs as a frantic and exhilarating race against the clock. In contrast to the comparatively cozy vibes of the base game, where players are able to tackle every scenario in a variety of ways, using a variety of weapons and abilities and taking all the time they need, Nightreign forces players to act on instinct by picking up the pace and limiting their resources constraints that, in VaatiVidyas words, were made in the name of speed and efficiency. To make up for the absence of Torrent, for instance, players now channel their inner spirit horse, being able to run faster and jump higher. Ascensions multiplayer adjusted its single player blueprint for the sake of tighter pacing, using similar techniques to those adopted by Nightreign.Ascensions multiplayer also adjusted its single player blueprint for the sake of tighter pacing, and even used similar techniques to those adopted by Nightreign: it increased the players run speed, extended their jumps, automated parkour, and provided them with a grapple attack they could use to pull objects towards them (a mechanic also used by Nightreigns Wylder character). New moves like this are a lifesaver, because while the combat isnt too difficult on its own what with the franchise being a power fantasy and all Trial of the Gods throws so many enemies at you that every second counts. As a result, you and your teammate find yourselves sprinting around like hungry wolves, or terminators, or, well, Kratoses, hacking and slashing your way through armies without calculated ruthlessness. Nightreigns resemblance to Ascension is unexpected not only because much of the latter has been forgotten, but also because the Soulslike genre Elden Ring is part of essentially started out as God of Wars complete antithesis. Where one lets you pretend to be a warrior so powerful he can kill literal gods, the other turns you into a nameless, accursed undead for whom even regular enemies pose a considerable challenge. One rarely shows its game over screen, the other beats you over the head with it until you start crying, laughing, and crying again. Yet this challenge, so utterly rage-inducing in FromSoftwares earlier games, has gradually decreased in recent years as fans got good and developers provided them with better weapons and spells, culminating in the numerous game-breaking builds that have been put together since Elden Ring launched. Without access to these builds, Nightreign promises to reintroduce a degree of challenge. At the same time, those that have indeed gotten good will be able to enjoy the same thing God of War: Ascension offered: the chance to feel like a vengeful Spartan short on time.Tim Brinkhof is a freelance writer specializing in art and history. After studying journalism at NYU, he has gone on to write for Vox, Vulture, Slate, Polygon, GQ, Esquire and more

Daisy Ridley has never loved heights. That might be surprising for some who naively believe a Jedi cannot experience fear. But more realistically, its simply impressive since her new action-movie, director Martin Campbells Cleaner, stars Ridley as a window-cleaner who must dangle precariously off the side of a building for much of the films taut 96-minute running time after terrorists commandeer the building shes working in.It came to it, Ridley says of the day she was first harnessed mid-air, and I thought I really dont like this. Of course I knew I wouldnt really be dangling on the side of a building, but there was a time where Martin said, Oh we are actually going to shoot as much as possible on the side of a building.As it turned out, thankfully for Ridley, much of the action in Cleaner was filmed above a blue screen as opposed to the side of a real building Nonetheless, the star was still a good ways up there and often with only a thin ledge between her feet and a long drop.It was high, Ridley laughs, and then I sort of had to get used to that, but part of the film is Joey is terrified of whats going on, so it was a real-life-meets-art collaboration of fear.The death-defying act pays off in a movie that itself works as a throwback. Like a certain other movie about an everyday person who is thrust into extraordinary circumstances when terrorists take over their building, Ridleys Joey character finds herself in a live free or die hard situation. However, unlike Bruce Willis iconic John McClanean NYC cop who is only too ready to pick up a machine gun and mow down bad guysRidleys Joey is not a hero. Its revealed she was in the British Army in another life before exiting due to whispers of insubordination. But while she has a knack for violence, she is herself not a risk-taker. She is literally working this dead-end job to help pay the bills for her special needs brother (who also ends up in the building) and finds herself cornered by terrorists before she ever gets off the side of that building. In other words, there is no flippant I have a machine gun, ho ho ho! level of oneupsmanship here.Joey was always written as she comes across, says Ridley, and I think Simon [Uttley] did a really beautiful job with that. One of the things that drew me to her is the relationship with her brother, and the fact that she knows she has not been a good sibling [and] also she has been in a really difficult position Her constant next time, next time well figure this out, and then shes of course confronted with the idea that maybe there isnt a next time. Maybe this is all the time shes had, and she has not used it well with her brother.Adding that Joey is quite spiky, Ridley smiles, I love that she is not trying to be a hero at all. Shes trying to save the life of her brother, it just turns out shes pretty heroic as she does it [and] the film becomes a big ol fighty, fighty thing.Even so, the movie feels eerily synched with the current zeitgeist. Unlike Alan Rickmans Hans Landa from 40 years ago, the terrorists Ridley goes up against are not played for dark comic laughs or irony. In fact, they seem to speak to the moment as they are presented as extreme eco-activists who have pivoted to abject violence in order to make a statement about climate change. And the company they targeted is not exactly innocent to those worried about the longevity of life on the planet: its an energy company whose executives the chief antagonists (Clive Owen and Taz Skylar) have differing ideas for how to punishIt certainly felt like there was a message there, Ridley considers, aside from all the stuff the bad guys do that really have nothingI dont think[to do] with properly being thoughtful about the environment. With that said, the ultimate nihilism of their methods make it a lot easier to enjoy some of the big ol fighty fighty bits by movies end.Cleaner opens in theaters on Friday, Feb. 21 and tickets are on sale now.

Star Trek fans, prepare to engage! Heathside Trading has officially signed a landmark deal with Paramount Consumer Products, securing the rights to produce a stunning new range of Star Trek toys and collectibles. Under its Master Replicas brand, the company is set to deliver a lineup that includes action figures, playsets, replica phasers, communicators, tricorders, and morebringing the beloved franchises iconic technology and characters to life like never before.Action Figures from Every Star Trek SpinoffStar Trek has garnered a whole new following in the past decade, but even the old-school Trekkers will enjoy the flagship item among the collectibles set to be released. A new range of 4.5 action figures is going to be at the center of what were doing, says Ben Robinson, Creative Director of Master Replicas.Our mission is to bring fans items they have never had before, he continues. Our rights cover the new shows, including Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Section 31, and the forthcoming Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. Im delighted to say that were also going to be bringing fans the first-ever 4.5 Star Trek: Lower Decks action figures and the cast of Star Trek: Prodigy, starting with Rok-Tahk.For decades, Star Trek enthusiasts have longed for high-quality, screen-accurate collectibles that reflect the deep lore and variety of the franchises ever-expanding universe. Now, thanks to Master Replicas meticulous attention to detail, those dreams are becoming reality.A Direct Line to Star Trek FansUnlike traditional toy lines that rely on retail distribution, Master Replicas is embracing a direct-to-consumer model, ensuring that passionate collectors have access to collectibles that might otherwise be overlooked or lost in a sea of other action figures by mass-market stores.We can provide the fans with the kind of deep-dive figures and collectibles that would be challenging for a traditional business, Robinson explains. Unlike other manufacturers, well be releasing new figures every month, starting with Spock and Admiral Picard.The launch of Spock and Admiral Picard signals a thrilling start to the line, offering both classic and modern Trek fans a chance to collect some of the most legendary characters from the franchises storied history. But the commitment to authenticity doesnt stop there.As fans ourselves, attention to detail is incredibly important to us, Robinson says. Weve been poring over the reference material to make these some of the best figures anyone has ever seen. Every figure will come with accessories, and were even planning some exclusive online variants that come with original fabric swatches from the Star Trek costume department.For collectors who revel in owning a piece of Star Trek history, this unique touch transforms these figures into must-have items, connecting fans directly to the shows legacy in an unprecedented way.Expanding the Star Trek Collection in 2025While the initial wave of figures is sure to excite fans, Master Replicas has even bigger plans for the future. Starting in 2025, the product range will expand to include playsets, toy ships, and landing party equipment. This means Starfleet officers of all ages will soon be able to recreate their favorite adventures, whether theyre commanding the Enterprise or embarking on daring away missions.Our goal, Robinson concludes, is to make products that fans thought they would never be able to buy, with all the love and attention that they have dreamed of.Join our mailing listGet the best of Den of Geek delivered right to your inbox!From detailed action figures to immersive playsets and screen-accurate replicas, Heathside Trading and Master Replicas are about to revolutionize Star Trek collecting. Whether youre a lifelong Trekker or a new recruit to Starfleet, this upcoming wave of collectibles is set to be the final frontier in Star Trek fandom.

The Fight ContinuesSev and Rogue Team remain on the run, evading capture while fighting back when the opportunity strikes. In the ongoing game of cat and mouse, the hunt continues.The mid-season update for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 sets the stakes even higher with new maps, new weapons and attachments, Perks, and more, including an awesome seasonal collaboration featuring everyones favorite heroes in a half-shell.Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 02 Reloaded arrives on Thursday, February 20 at 9AM PT across all platforms.Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: Season 02 ReloadedMULTIPLAYER CONTENT SUMMARYTwo Maps: Catch some air and battle around ramps and rails as Grind Ooze arrives in a special variant of the fan-favorite skatepark. Take the fight to a speeding train in the Bullet Strike map, battling within its narrow carriages and up top in the whistling wind.TMNT Moshpit: Experience a radical new limited-time Moshpit as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles bring their elite combat abilities to Multiplayer.New Loadout Content: Mark your next target for elimination with the Hunters Instinct Perk and be prepared for any and all aerial threats using the new Flyswatter Wildcard.Grind OozeRemaster, Core, 6v6, Medium-SizedThe fan-favorite map first released in Call of Duty: Black Ops II returns for Black Ops 6 in the mid-season! Show off your best combat moves in the outdoor Half Pipe and Cradle or take your chances inside as Operators trade shots around the Store and across the indoor skate ramps, with TMNT decals, posters, and artwork spread across the scenery.BulletBrand-New, Strike, 6v6/2v2, Small-SizedSev and Rogue Team deploy to a high-speed bullet train to neutralize a key enemy target. Keep your eyes sharp when moving up and sweeping the carriages; the automatic sliding doors may reveal an incoming enemy at a moments notice. Climb up to the roof of the train to feel the whipping wind and marvel at the landscape flying by. Be ready to defend your spot up top and then drop back down behind the enemy line.Turtle Power! New TMNT-themed Limited Time ModeThe Ninja Turtles have arrived in Call of Duty and are kicking things off with a limited time Moshpit giving everyone the chance to let loose with their best TMNT-themed abilities and moves.Enter a game of Team Deathmatch, Domination, or Hardpoint and unleash ninja-level abilities and TMNT Scorestreaks against your enemies in pursuit of victory. These special Scorestreaks are earned by scoring as normal, but because the turtles work as a team, objective plays award an increase in the score.Activating your special Scorestreak gives you the following benefits:General AbilitiesFor 30 seconds, gain increased health plus fast health regen and increased movement speed and melee range. A HUD indicator will flash when an enemy is outside your view and being shot while running toward an enemy will not slow you down. You can perform Finishing Moves on enemies from any direction. Plus, gain the ability to Double Jump and Air Dash.Turtle PowersUsing your TMNT Scorestreak also activates one of several different character-specific abilities. One of these abilities is assigned randomly to players at the start of the match. Those deploying with a TMNT Operator, however, will get access to that characters specific Scorestreak. The abilities include:Splinter: Vanish in smoke and teleport to a safe location behind enemy lines.Leonardo: Gain the Tracker, Ghost, Vigilance, and Cold-Blooded Perks to navigate the map in stealth.Donatello: See Operators through walls as well as Equipment, Field Upgrades, and Scorestreaks. Hack enemy Equipment and Field Upgrades.Michelangelo: Drops a Pizza Box for your team. Players who eat a slice will deal Double Damage for a short time. Replenishes ammo and Equipment.Raphael: Unlimited Shuriken.Mark the next target for elimination and swap your Dedicated Melee for a Launcher with two new Loadout items expanding your options in the field.New PerkPerk: Hunters InstinctPerk Slot: 2Type: Enforcer (Red)Available: Season 02 Reloaded RewardEliminating an enemy will mark the next closest one. A narrow cone briefly appears on your mini-map after an elimination, showing the general direction of your next nearest foe.New WildcardWildcard: FlyswatterAvailable: Season 02 Reloaded RewardAllows a player to replace their Dedicated Melee weapon with a Launcher.Zombies: Season 02 Reloaded ContentZOMBIES CONTENT SUMMARYCowabunga Cranked: Kick undead butt and dont let up as the timer keeps ticking down in this TMNT Zombies LTM, challenging players to take down target after target to beat the clock and stay alive.The Tomb Directed Mode: Directed Mode arrives for The Tomb, granting players extra guidance and round cap limitations when taking on the Main Quest.Rage like Raph in TMNT CrankedTheres nothing like a train of undead targets to test the turtles fighting prowess. Its time to go loud in this new limited-time Cranked variant, testing players with a timer that left unchecked will count down to their own destruction. Heres how this plays out:Add some high-octane urgency to any of the four Zombies maps and your undead horde slaying in Cowabunga Cranked. Drop into Terminus, Liberty Falls, Citadelle des Morts, or The Tomb with your Loadout of choice and eliminate a zombie to trigger the Cranked timer. Fail to eliminate a zombie before the timer hits zero and ka-boom! Youre gone.As rounds progress, the Cranked timer will continue to shrink, so keep pushing the fight to stay in the game! Thankfully, there are several Pizza power-ups that can drop in the match, including:Turtle Power: Temporarily empowers the player with a health bonus and Pack-A-Punch 3 Legendary Melee WeaponsPizza Box: Fills the Cranked Timer to maxSlice-O-Pie: Partial time added to the Cranked TimerPlus, all players in this mode are given the Donnys Time Stopper Field Upgrade; activate it to pause the Cranked timer for one full minute!Deploy as a Ninja Turtle Operator to gain 50% reduced damage from behind; join as Splinter for a slightly increased chance for a Slice-O-Pie to drop from eliminated enemies.For those craving a real challenge, Main Quests will be active in Cowabunga Cranked, with a subtly different TMNT version of each maps Main Quest completion Calling Card available as a memento for anyone radical enough to achieve this feat! Think you can finish all of them?Season 02 Reloaded brings Directed Mode for The Tomb. Explore the cursed catacombs and teleport to a world of chaos through the Doorway to Nowhere. In Directed Mode, players can take on the Main Quest with added guidance and a maximum round cap of 15.Start at the Dig Site and descend into the tombs, unearthing ancient burial sites and shrines along with the new Shock Mimic enemy, the Arrow Trap, and the legendary Staff of Ice Wonder Weapon. If you havent yet experienced the full Main Quest or if youre itching to play it through again with some added help this is your chance to discover the newest shocking revelations, as Weaver, Maya, Carver, and Grey seek out the Sentinel Artifact in hopes of freeing Samantha Maxis from her Dark Aether imprisonment.Call of Duty: Warzone: Season 02 Reloaded ContentWARZONE CONTENT SUMMARYSeason 02 Reloaded: Were continuing to prioritize gameplay tuning, quality of life improvements, and more throughout the mid-season as players deploy across Urzikstan, Area 99, and Rebirth Island.New Perk: Stay low and keep on the move with the new Low Profile Perk, improving your movement speed when crouched, prone, and downed.Call of Duty: Warzone UpdatesAs stated in our Season 02 launch article, our main focus in Call of Duty: Warzone is prioritizing gameplay tuning by addressing quality of life improvements, ongoing bugs, and more. Consult the consistently updated Patch Notes for further information.Overview and FeaturesPlayers will continue duking it out in Battle Royale, Resurgence, and Plunder across Urzikstan, Area 99, and Rebirth Island, and Ranked Play across Urzikstan. XP earned within Call of Duty: Warzone will also contribute toward ongoing Events including the Call of Duty x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Clover Craze Events, detailed later in this blog.Perk: Low ProfilePerk Slot: 1Available: Season 02 Reloaded RewardMove more quickly while crouched and prone. Enemies you kill will not have death markers for their allies. Move slightly faster when downed.Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: General Content (MP, ZM, WZ)GENERAL CONTENT SUMMARY (All Modes and Games)Upgrade Your Arsenal: Earn six new weapons (D1.3 Sector Special, Skateboard Melee, Bo Staff, Katanas, Sai, and Nunchaku Melee Weapons) plus the new Belt-Fed Attachment for all four LMGs.New Events: Earn new base weapons, Operators, Skins, and more across the Call of Duty x TMNT and in-game Events.New Store Offerings: Keep the Ninja Turtles at your fingertips with four new Bundles featuring the green team and enjoy free gift packs celebrating Black History Month and Womens History Month.The mid-season update brings epic new weapons to battle with, including a sawblade Secondary Weapon and a whopping five new Melee Weapons. Note that the base versions of the Bo Staff, Katanas, Sai, and Nunchaku Melee weapons will be available to unlock via the Armory at the start of Season 02 Reloaded.Secondary Weapon: D1.3 SectorSpecial, TMNT Event, Free Track RewardLevels: 20MAGS: 3MAG SIZE: 5Mastery Badges: YesAttachments: Barrel, Underbarrel, Magazine, StockCustomize Options: Skins, Accessories (1), Decals (1).Rechambering blade launcher. Equip different magazines to access a variety of deadly projectile types.Cut the enemy to ribbons with this Special Secondary Weapon that fires saw blades at your foe. A variant based on the infamous D13 Sector in Black Ops III, use this special launcher by firing down sights or off the hip and account for the weapons heavier projectiles when acquiring targets. A quick reload speed gets you back into the action with several powerful attachments available via Gunsmith including new projectile types like the explosive and ricochet blades as well as a Long Barrel, Crossbar, and an Overclocked Stock.Melee Weapon: SkateboardMelee, TMNT Event, Free Track Reward, Premium Track Reward (additional Blueprint)Levels: 30Mastery Badges: YesAttachments: NoneCustomize Options: Skins.One-hit elimination. Moderately fast attack speed. Moderately long range.Hold onto your board deck side out and swat away enemies in your way. The Skateboard features swiping attacks from side to side as well as an overhead slam. Wind up with a heavy attack to knock the wind out of your target before finishing with the final blow.Melee Weapon: KatanasMelee, Armory Unlock, Blueprint version shown (available via Bundle)Levels: 30Mastery Badges: YesAttachments: NoneCustomize Options: Skins.One-hit elimination. Moderately fast attack speed. Short range.Slice, chop, and hit with both Katanas at once using this impressive dual wield setup that makes short work of enemies in close proximity. Prepare a heavy attack to end the encounter with a dispatch above the collar.Melee Weapon: Bo StaffMelee, Armory Unlock, Blueprint version shown (available via Bundle), TMNT Event, Premium Track Reward (additional Blueprint)Levels: 30Mastery Badges: YesAttachments: NoneCustomize Options: Skins.One-hit elimination. Slow attack speed. Very long range.Swipe and strike at targets using the Bo Staffs long reach to hit them from further out compared to other Melee Weapons. Conduct a heavy attack to knock foes silly with a clobbering smash.Melee Weapon: NunchakuMelee, Armory Unlock, Blueprint version shown (available via Bundle)Levels: 30Mastery Badges: YesAttachments: NoneCustomize Options: Skins.Two-hit elimination. Very fast attack speed. Medium range.Though they dont dish out as much damage as the other ninja weapons, the Nunchaku more than makes up for it with a rapid attack speed that quickly chains into follow-up attacks. Prepare the heavy strike to spin your target around and then knock them to the ground.Melee Weapon: SaiMelee, Armory Unlock, Blueprint version shown (available via Bundle)Levels: 30Mastery Badges: YesAttachments: NoneCustomize Options: Skins.One-hit elimination. Fast attack speed. Very short range.Equip a pair of Sai and get up close and personal with rapid attacks that will send foes reeling. Hold your weapons at the ready using the heavy attack and unleash them when the time to strike is right.Belt-Fed AttachmentFour variants; PU-21, XMG, GPMG-7, Feng 82 LMGs, Magazine Attachment, TMNT Free Track RewardOutfit any of the four available LMGs with a large helping of extra ammo continuously fed to the weapon through sustained fire. Belt-fed weapons can overheat through extensive use, so lay off the trigger now and then to let things cool down before resuming your attack.Rack up the XP and earn rewards including a new Season 02 Reloaded Secondary Weapon, Melee Weapon, Ammo-chewing Attachments, and more across two green-themed in-game Events.Call of Duty x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (MP, ZM, WZ)Activation Dates: February 27 to March 13The Call of Duty x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles collaboration includes its own in-game Mid-Season Event Pass, offering rewards like the new Splinter Operator, Skateboard Melee Weapon, and the sawblade shooting D1.3 Sector Special Weapon.Free TrackAll players can make progress and unlock rewards along the Free Track simply by earning XP in Multiplayer, Zombies, or Call of Duty: Warzone while the Event is live. Earn new Foot Clan themed Operator Skins plus highlights like the new Skateboard Melee Weapon, the Belt-Fed Attachment, and the sharp-toothed D1.3 Sector Special Weapon.Free Track Mastery Reward: D1.3 SectorComplete the Free Track to unlock the D1.3 Sector Saw Blade Launcher Special Weapon, firing razor sharp blades that cuts down enemies in their tracks.Get More with the Premium Reward TrackPlayers who purchase the Premium Track for 1,100 COD Points can also progress along a second track featuring even more TMNT-themed rewards, including a new Finishing Move, Weapon Blueprints like the Splinters Cane Bo Staff, Sewer Surfer Skateboard, and Sliced D1.3 Sector, and the Brainiac Gun Screen.Ultimate Mastery Reward: Splinter OperatorTake on the role of turtle sensei by completing the Premium Track and unlocking the ninja master himself as the new Splinter Operator.Event: Clover Craze (MP, ZM, WZ)Activation Dates: March 13 to end of SeasonTotal Rewards: 10Eliminate enemies in Multiplayer and Zombies and open Caches in Call of Duty: Warzone to acquire different types of clovers. Find the Rare Gold Clover for the most points! Redeem for rewards, including the lucky Cloverleaf AMES AR Blueprint.The Ninja Turtles lead the way with four new Store Bundles, each themed around one of the reptilian green teens. Also look for Free Gift Packs arriving throughout the mid-season, celebrating Black History Month in February and Womens History Month in March.Tracer Pack: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: LeonardoDeploy as Leonardo, the trusty and honorable leader of the Ninja Turtles. Lead your teammates into battle with Leonardos Katanas Melee Weapon Blueprint and shred enemies with the Dicer Krig C Assault Rifle and the Scrapper Kompakt 92 SMG, both featuring Blue Tracers. All three Weapon Blueprints include TMNT Comic Death FX. Up close, finish them off with the Blade Dance Finishing Move.Plus, dangle some ooze with the Containment Weapon Charm, hang upside down with the Balanced Life Emote, and equip the Turtle Stance Animated Calling Card, Into the Night Large Decal, and Stoic Leo Animated Emblem.Tracer Pack: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: DonatelloUnleash your ninja skills as Donatello and knock some sense into the bad guys with Donatellos Bo Staff Melee Weapon plus the Rampager GPR 91 Assault Rifle and Max Damage SVD Sniper Rifle Weapon Blueprints, both featuring Purple Tracers while all three include TMNT Ooze Canister Death FX. In close-quarters, make them dance with the Bo-Staff Boogie Finishing Move.Keep a memento of the Turtle Van with the Primo Ride Weapon Charm and show off your style with the Parkour Patrol Animated Calling Card, Halfshell Weapon Sticker, and Donatello Rizz Animated Emblem.Tracer Pack: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: MichelangeloGet the party started as Michelangelo and fly into battle with his signature Michelangelos Nunchucks Melee Weapon Blueprint. Inflict Mikeys particular brand of chaos with the Chaos Sow AK-74 Assault Rifle and On Call DM-10 Marksman Rifle Weapon Blueprints, both featuring Orange Tracers while all three Weapon Blueprints include TMNT Pizza Death FX. From behind, take foes down with the Nunchuk Chop Finishing Move.Keep pizza close at hand with the Dished Weapon Charm and Pizza Party Emote and keep the party alive with the Swinging Heat Animated Calling Card, Home Sweet Home Spray, and Mikey Charmin Animated Emblem.Tracer Pack: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: RaphaelGet ready to rage as Raphael, always the first to the fight. Face down the competition with Raphaels Sai Melee Weapon Blueprint along with the Tank C9 SMG and Big Brained GPMG-7 LMG Weapon Blueprints, both featuring Red Tracers. All three Weapon Blueprints include the TMNT Ninja Star Death FX. Make short work of foes with the Quick Skills Finishing Move.Keep in fighting shape with the Kickin It Emote, Crossed Sai Reticle, Fortress Frag Skin, Ready Raph Animated Calling Card, and Raphs Grin Animated Emblem.Black History Month: Free Gift Pack (February 20)To honor Black History Month, were releasing a free gift pack featuring a Loading Screen, Emblem, and Calling Card, available in the in-game Store starting February 20.Womens History Month: Free Gift Pack (March 10)Get another free gift pack with a Loading Screen, Emblem, and Calling Card celebrating Womens History Month, available in the in-game Store starting March 10.Our commitment to community feedback remains unwavering and ongoing as we strive with our continuing mission: making our games social and fun. We truly value your opinions and feedback on what matters to you. 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SummaryShape your destiny as an Envoy chosen by a mysterious god, wielding divine powers to confront ancient threats, unravel hidden mysteries, and decide the fate of the Living Lands.Forge your own playstyle with four expansive skill treesFighter, Ranger, Wizard, and Godlikeand fight using powerful weapons, magic, and unique abilities like Grimoire Snap and Blood Magic.Your companions are more than just alliestheir unique abilities, personal struggles, and choices shape not only your journey but the world of Eora itself.The wait is finally overAvowed, Obsidian Entertainments highly anticipated fantasy RPG has officially launched! Step into the breathtaking Living Lands, a wild and mysterious island located in the Pillars of Eternity world of Eora, and embark on a journey filled with danger, discovery, and adventure. Play today on Xbox Series X|S, the Xbox app for Windows PC, Battle.net, Steam, and cloud, to experience Obsidians latest RPG adventure. Available day one on Game Pass!A Land in TurmoilThe Living Lands is a frontier unlike any other. This rugged and untamed island has become a haven for exiles, dreamers, and adventurers seeking a fresh start. Its vibrant regions and scattered settlements pulse with life, each hiding untold stories and ancient secrets waiting to be uncovered.But this land of promise is fraught with peril. The Dreamscourge, a devastating soul-plague, is driving settlers to madness and turning them against one another. The very land itself resists colonization, haunted by echoes of lives long past. As an envoy chosen by a foreign emperor and blessed by a mysterious god, you are thrust into the heart of this chaos. With divine powers at your fingertips and the will to shape your own destiny, youll confront ancient threats, unravel mysteries, and decide the fate of the Living Lands. Will you unite its people or watch as their struggles tear them apart? The choices you make will define the future of the Living Landsand the person you become.Forge Your Own PathIn Avowed, the power of choice is yours. Create a character and shape your playstyle with four expansive skill treesFighter, Ranger, Wizard, and Godlike. Using two separate weapon loadouts, you can play as a stealthy sniper armed with dual pistols and a longbow or a spell-slinging barbarian wielding an axe and a grimoire, or whatever combination of loadouts you choose. This means that the possibilities are endless. Your choices define who you are and how youll tackle the challenges ahead.But youre not alone on this journey. Your companions each bring their own skills, personalities, and deeply personal stories:Kai, the steadfast protector, whose calm demeanor and unwavering loyalty make him a dependable shield in battle.Giatta, a brilliant animancer scientist, whose relentless curiosity drives her to uncover the mysteries of the Dreamscourge, even at great personal risk.Marius, a lone-wolf hunter, whose sharp wit and tracking expertise make him an invaluable ally in the wilderness.Yatzli, a fiery Godless expert, harnessing explosive magic and a rebellious spirit. Her disdain for the gods adds complexity to her character and your choices.Their history, relationships, and perspectives intertwine with your story, adding depth and weight to every decision you make. Will you earn their trust, challenge their beliefs, or forge something more profound? How you guide your companionsand how they influence youshapes the adventure in unexpected ways.Your Living Lands, Your WayAvowed is a game built to immerse you in its world. The Living Lands is a sprawling playground for adventurers, rewarding exploration at every turn. Traverse rugged cliffs, wade through winding rivers, and uncover unique hidden treasuresfrom ancient elemental weapons to fragments of God Shrine Totems that come together to create powerful new abilities.Combat is equally immersive, offering a seamless blend of magic, melee, and ranged attacks. Unleash shockwaves with Grimoire Snap, trade health for devastating power with Blood Magic, wield weapons you have upgraded and enchanted, or mix and match abilities to create a playstyle thats entirely your own. Every encounter is an opportunity to experiment, strategize, and push the boundaries of your partys potential.At the heart of Avowed lies its dedication to player choice. Inspired by the freedom of tabletop RPGs, the game puts the power in your hands. Your decisions ripple across the Living Lands, shaping alliances, influencing factions, and determining the fate of your companions. Whether you negotiate peace, spark conflict, or carve your own path through the chaos, your actions leave a lasting impact on the world of Eora.This seamless blend of storytelling, exploration, and creativity makes Avowed an unforgettable RPG experience, one where every choice matters and every discovery feels personal.Start Your Adventure TodayWhether youre a longtime fan of Obsidian Entertainment or new to Eora, Avowed invites you to dive into a world of wonder, danger, and opportunity. With its vibrant setting, unforgettable characters, and deeply immersive gameplay, this is the role-playing experience youve been waiting for.The Living Lands are calling. Gather your courage, forge your path, and let the adventure begin!Avowed is available now for Xbox Series X|S, the Xbox app for Windows PC, Battle.net, Steam, cloud, and with Game Pass. Avowed also supports Xbox Play Anywhere, meaning when you buy the game through the store on Xbox or Windows, its yours to play on Xbox and Windows PC at no additional cost, and your game progress and achievements are saved across Xbox and Windows PC.When you purchase Avowed on Battle.net or Xbox, or have an Xbox Game Pass membership (PC or Ultimate only), and connect your Battle.net and Xbox accounts, its also yours to play on Battle.net, Xbox and Xbox App for Windows at no additional cost. Avowed lets you pick up where you left off, bringing all of your saves, game add-ons, and Xbox achievement progress with you.Avowed Premium EditionXbox Game Studios651$89.99Get it nowPremium Edition includes: Avowed base game Up to 5 days early access Two Premium Skin Packs Access to Avowed Digital Artbook & Original Soundtrack Welcome to the Living Lands, a mysterious island filled with adventure and danger.Set in the fictional world of Eora that was first introduced to players in the Pillars of Eternity franchise, Avowed is a first-person fantasy action RPG from the award-winning team at Obsidian Entertainment. You are the envoy of Aedyr, a distant land, sent to investigate rumors of a spreading plague throughout the Living Lands an island full of mysteries and secrets, danger and adventure, and choices and consequences, and untamed wilderness. You discover a personal connection to the Living Lands and an ancient secret that threatens to destroy everything. Can you save this unknown frontier and your soul from the forces threatening to tear them asunder?The Weird and Wonderful Living LandsThe Living Lands is a place that feels foreign yet somewhat intrinsic to you as it feels the island itself is calling out to you for help. Explore an island home to many different environments and landscapes, each with their own unique ecosystem. Visceral Combat to Play Your WayMix and match swords, spells, guns, and shields to fight your way. Dig into your grimoire for spells to trap, freeze or burn enemies, bash them with your shield, or use range bows to attack from a distance. Companions as part of your journeyCompanions from a spread of species will fight alongside you, with their own unique set of abilities. From a former mercenary to an eccentric wizard, they will be part of your journey with your choices shaping them as you help them with their quests.Avowed Standard EditionXbox Game Studios560$69.99Get it nowWelcome to the Living Lands, a mysterious island filled with adventure and danger.Set in the fictional world of Eora that was first introduced to players in the Pillars of Eternity franchise, Avowed is a first-person fantasy action RPG from the award-winning team at Obsidian Entertainment. You are the envoy of Aedyr, a distant land, sent to investigate rumors of a spreading plague throughout the Living Lands an island full of mysteries and secrets, danger and adventure, and choices and consequences, and untamed wilderness. You discover a personal connection to the Living Lands and an ancient secret that threatens to destroy everything. Can you save this unknown frontier and your soul from the forces threatening to tear them asunder?The Weird and Wonderful Living LandsThe Living Lands is a place that feels foreign yet somewhat intrinsic to you as it feels the island itself is calling out to you for help. Explore an island home to many different environments and landscapes, each with their own unique ecosystem. Visceral Combat to Play Your WayMix and match swords, spells, guns, and shields to fight your way. Dig into your grimoire for spells to trap, freeze or burn enemies, bash them with your shield, or use range bows to attack from a distance. Companions as part of your journeyCompanions from a spread of species will fight alongside you, with their own unique set of abilities. From a former mercenary to an eccentric wizard, they will be part of your journey with your choices shaping them as you help them with their quests.