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 Activisions latest Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 update has brought back Grind, an iconicbut somewhat annoyingmap first introduced in Black Ops 2. However, in the new incarnation of the map, fans have discovered a teaser for a brand new Tony Hawk Pro Skater game.Tony Hawk Pro Skater teased in Black Ops 6In the latest Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 map, players have discovered a new sign on the back wall. This sign includes a very soon date: March 4th, 2025. Not only does the sign include the font for the Tony Hawk Pro Skater series, but it also features the series logo.While its not known if the new game is another remake similar to Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2, which released in 2021, or a new title altogether, its awesome that were getting a new title in the first place. Save Up to $1,200 on the Samsung Galaxy S25! Pre-order now and save big with trade-in and Samsung credit. Limited time only! *Includes trade-in value + $300 Samsung credit. In recent months, there have been a number of rumours surrounding a new game in the series with most evidence pointing towards a conjoined remake of Pro Skater 3 and 4. At the time of writing, very little is known about the alleged remake.With the release date teaser pointing towards a very soon release date, we should expect to see more of the new Tony Hawk game in the coming weeks. Now that the series is owned by Microsoft, the title should launch on Xbox Game Pass alongside a PC, PlayStation and potentially Nintendo Switch port. Must-Listen: Publishing Manor Lords w/ Joe Robinson VideoGamer Podcast Listen Now For more Call of Duty coverage, read about the games overly expensive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crossover thats just been added to the game. Additionally, read about how the most expensive game in the series ended up selling the least amount of copies. You can also check out every Call of Duty in order right here.Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2Platform(s):PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox OneGenre(s):Sports8VideoGamerRelated TopicsSubscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

For actor Lana Condor, the journey to her dream home began with an impromptu FaceTime call from her husband, Anthony De La Torre. I was in the jungle in Vietnam on a conservation trip when Anthony called me, saying, Oh my God, I think I found the perfect home, Condor recalls. He walked me through it virtually, and I fell in love, especially with the backyard. I could instantly imagine our dogs enjoying it. Upon returning to Los Angeles, Condor toured the property in person and knew it was the one. It felt like the home where we could start the next chapter of our lives, she says.Despite the homes good bones, it would take considerable work to make space a perfect fit for the couple. Thats where Condors longtime friend, interior designer Joseph Monsour, comes in. At first, Lana thought wed just need some paint and minor updates, Monsour says. But as always, it snowballed. We ended up redoing every surface in the house.Were big sensory people, says Lana Condor, describing the sitting area in the primary suite, which is swathed in sheer panels of fabric. The A. Rudin custom sectional sofa was designed by Monsour, who sourced the French brass-and-glass tiered coffee table at an auction. The chandelier is from Paul Ferrante.The sofas, which anchor the living room, are from Sixpenny, while the central gilt metal and mirrored glass Guerlain cocktail table is from Ebanista. The Spanish Baroque oak chairs and antique oak console were both sourced from private estate sales.Art: Sarah Awad/Night Gallery, Los AngelesThe changes were both structural and aesthetic. Walls were removed to open up the kitchen and family room. A powder room and ample pantry were added. Monsour also worked closely with landscape designer Patricia Benner to emphasize views of lush gardens from every room.Condor and De La Torre had a front row seat, living in the home through the renovations. They saw the house in 80 different phases and stages, Monsour says. So Lana would see something, then she would go away to shoot something. Shed come back a month or so later, and it would be completely different. While the homeowners arent entirely sure they could endure the grueling process again, witnessing so much of the renovation firsthand made them appreciate all of the small details that much more.In Lana Condor and Anthony De La Torres all-white kitchen, the walls are Dunn-Edwardss Milk Mustache, while the millwork is Farrow & Balls Wimborne White. A Lazzaro Donati oil painting hangs in the background. The 1960s Italian Murano glass pendants over the island were sourced from 1stDibs.The kitchen features brass finishes, including the faucet and pot filler, from Newport Brass. The counter stools are from All Modern, reupholstered in Perennials fabric. The cooktop is by Miele, while the refrigerator is Sub-Zero. The painting near the range is by Mladen Novak.In the dining room, the Regency table, by Rose Tarlow, is surrounded by vintage Mveis Teperman chairs purchased from Billings Auction in LA. The antique console was sourced from Litt Concept House. An abstract still life by Olga Bolgar hangs in a 24-karat gold frame. Ferns from Inner Gardens rest on a pair of classic pedestals from Dennis & Leen.For Condor, travels to Italy served as a major source of inspiration. Ive always admired how everything there feels like art but is also livable, she explains. Monsour channeled this by incorporating durable yet beautiful materials, including upholstering many pieces in performance fabric. Indoor-outdoor flooring ensures that the home can host everything from intimate family dinners to large-scale events. We wanted a home that we could live in and not be afraid to mess up, Condor says.Texture and subtle color are central to the design. Venetian plaster, silk wallpaper, and linen-clad walls add layers of sophistication. We started with the idea of an all-cream palette, Monsour says. But as we explored fabrics and finishes, we introduced soft colors and warmth inspired by the surrounding landscape.Auction finds and family heirlooms bring depth and personality to the interiors. Every room has a special antique that serves as a conversation piece, Monsour shares. Condors late mothers artwork and collected mementos are also displayed throughout the home. Just being able to have her and her work in the house is really amazing, she says. This house is my pride and joy, and having these pieces makes it even more special.In the library, the custom desk is fashioned from painted walnut with a brass edge detailing, while the chair is antique. In the background an oil on canvas work by William Wolfson hangs on the wall.The powder room is clad in Fromentals dusty pink silk wallpaperMishima in Asamawith gold detailing. The George II Style Burton-Ching Regency giltwood mirror was sourced from Prospr Antiques.The couples home was designed with functionality in mind. Its where they hosted their recent weddings welcome party and farewell brunch, and now where they live out their daily rituals. Our Sunday mornings are my favorite, Condor says. Well have tea in the loggia, watch our dogs play, and just soak in the beauty.As Monsour notes, This house isnt just about how it looks. Its about how it lives. For Lana Condor, the journey to create this sanctuary has been transformative. This is the first place that feels like forever, she says. Im a nomad by nature, but this home makes me never want to leave.An oil painting by Michael Berryhill hangs at the end of the interior hallway above an antique gilded klismos bench. The Galician granite column is from Philip Stites, while the pavilion lantern is by Paul Ferrante and the antique sconce was an estate sale find.Art: Michael Berryhill/Night Gallery, Los AngelesI wanted it to be an experience, like when someones in it, theyre stepping into a scene, Monsour says of the blush pink glam room. I feel like I become a more fun, dramatic character when Im in here, Condor confesses. For the transformative effect, Monsour painted the walls Farrow & Balls Pink Ground and affixed custom, hand-sculpted butterflies from MJ Atelier to the ceiling. The settee was custom designed by Monsour, upholstered in a Perennials fabric. The pillows were fashioned from Herms scarves.Lana Condor in her glam room. It took Monsour months of searching to find the right slab of marble for the countertops. In the end he was able to source the perfect pink polished Rosa Elegante marble from Stoneland.In the primary bedroom, the upholstered bed frame was custom designed by Monsour and wrapped in Claremonts Spencer velvet fabric in Rosemary. The custom upholstered chairs were sourced from A. Rudin. Nightstands from Kathy Kuo Home flank the bed, while the antique French chest of drawers is from Nickey Kehoe.In the primary bathroom, the millwork was fabricated by Gamiz Custom Improvements. The bathtub and shower fixtures are by Newport Brass, while the freestanding tub is from Victoria + Albert. The antique Italian chandelier over the tub was sourced from Olde Good Things.Joseph Monsour worked with Patricia Benner from Benner Landscape Design to transform the outdoor space. The potted plants were sourced from Inner Gardens.The loggia provides the couple a serene space to entertain al fresco. Monsour sourced the teak farmhouse dining table from Frontgate, while the dining chairs are from Amalfi Living. The coffee table and stools are antique.

In one of the AI lawsuits faced by Meta, the company stands accused of distributing pirated books. The authors who filed the class-action lawsuit allege that Meta shared books from the shadow library LibGen with third parties via BitTorrent. Meta, however, says that it took precautions to prevent 'seeding' content. In addition, the company clarifies that there is nothing 'independently illegal' about torrenting. Over the past two years, rightsholders of all ilks have filed lawsuits against companies that develop AI models.Most of these cases allege that AI developers used copyrighted works to train LLMs without first obtaining authorization. Using copyrighted content without permission can be problematic, but many AI companies cite fair use as a defense. Whether that is valid will vary from case to case. Just last week, a Delaware federal court denied a motion for summary judgment based on fair use in a case between Thomson Reuters and Ross Intelligence, reversing an earlier decision. Mark Zuckerbergs Meta is also defending itself against several AI copyright infringement claims related to the development of its Llama models. This includes a class-action lawsuit filed by authors including Richard Kadrey, Sarah Silverman, and Christopher Golden, who accuse Meta of using their work without permission.Sharing Millions of Pirated Books?Interestingly, the allegations in this case dont stop at unauthorized use of copyrighted works. The authors alleged that Meta downloaded millions of pirated books from LibGen via BitTorrent and distributed the same content to third parties.Sharing copyright infringing material with third-parties will certainly be difficult to characterize as fair use and the plaintiffs realized this too. Last month, the authors filed an amended complaint which added these BitTorrent-related allegations to their existing claims. The plaintiffs pointed out that BitTorrent users typically upload content to third parties and suggest that Meta did the same here.Meta downloaded millions of pirated books from LibGen through the bit torrent protocol using a platform called LibTorrent. Internally, Meta acknowledged that using this protocol was legally problematic, the third amended complaint (TAC) noted.By downloading through the bit torrent protocol, Meta knew it was facilitating further copyright infringement by acting as a distribution point for other users of pirated books.The amended complaint lists three specific claims against Meta. In addition to direct copyright infringement, the authors also accuse the company of removing copyright management information, as well as violating Californias Computer Data Access and Fraud Act (CDAFA). Count I: Direct Copyright Infringement Count II: Removal of Copyright Management Information Count III: Violation of California Penal Code 502 (CDAFA) We Took Seeding PrecautionsMeta responded to this complaint with a motion to dismiss. In a supporting reply filed on Tuesday, the company notes that the torrenting allegations, relating to the removal of copyright information and the CDAFA violations, dont hold up. These claims rely on the notion that Meta seeded the files they downloaded from pirate sources, but Meta notes that there is no evidence for this. On the contrary, Meta says it took precautions to make sure that downloaded files were not shared with others. Focused on torrenting, which is a widely used protocol to download large files, Plaintiffs push a narrative that ignores evidence in their possession, including a detailed expert report, showing that Meta took precautions not to seed any downloaded files.While taking precautions is not the same as preventing something entirely, Meta believes that without evidence of seeding, the court should dismiss counts II and III for now.Plaintiffs, thus, plead no facts to show that Meta seeded Plaintiffs books a claim that Meta will address at summary judgment, Meta notes.Torrenting is not IllegalThe torrenting element is also important for the CDAFA claim. According to Meta, this is an anti-intrusion statute and, since Meta downloaded data from third-parties, it didnt intrude the plaintiffs computer systems in any way.Plaintiffs do not allege that Meta employed technological measures to obtain any data from Plaintiffs or that the data was subject to any access restrictions. They allege only that Meta downloaded the data from a well-known online repository that was publicly available via torrents, Meta writes. Just to be clear, in a footnote Meta adds that there is nothing inherently illegal about using BitTorrent to download files. Contrary to Plaintiffs assertion, there is nothing independently illegal about torrenting on its own. Torrenting is merely a means of enabling users to download (i.e., copy) files. Leeching?The authors who filed the complaint are not convinced that Meta didnt share anything with third parties. They previously obtained additional evidence on Metas torrenting activity, but whether thats sufficient is up to the court to decide. To complicate matters further, the authors previously noted that Meta may have shared data with others while it was leeching. That is, it may have shared data without having first obtained a full copy of the file; in other words, before they were seeding.Whether the court will dive deeper into the BitTorrent terminology has yet to be seen, but for those who are interested in file-sharing technology, it is definitely one of the most intriguing AI copyright cases out there. A copy of Metas reply supporting the motion to dismiss the third amended complaint, filed on February 18 at the California federal court, is available here (pdf)

Recommendation algorithms operated by social media giants TikTok and X have shown evidence of substantial Far Right political bias in Germany ahead of a federal election that takes place Sunday, according to new research carried out by Global Witness.The non-government organization (NGO) undertook an analysis of social media content displayed to new users via algorithmically sorted For You feeds finding both platforms skewed heavily towards amplifying content that favors the Far Right AfD party in algorithmically programmed feeds.Global Witness tests identified the most extreme bias on TikTok, where 78% of the political content that was algorithmically recommended to its test accounts, and came from accounts the test users did not follow, was supportive of the AfD party. (It notes this figure far exceeds the level of support the party is achieving in current polling, where it attracts backing from around 20% of German voters.)On X, Global Witness found that 64% of such recommended political content was supportive of the AfD.Testing for general left- or right-leaning political bias in the platforms algorithmic recommendations, its findings suggest that non-partisan social media users in Germany are being exposed to right-leaning content more than twice as much as left-leaning content in the lead up to the countrys federal elections. Again, TikTok displayed the greatest right-wing skew, per its findings showing right-leaning content 74% of the time. Although, X was not far behind on 72%.Metas Instagram was also tested and found to lean right over a series of three tests the NGO ran. But the level of political bias it displayed in the tests was lower, with 59% of political content being right-wing.Testing For You for political biasTo test whether the social media platforms algorithmic recommendations were displaying political bias, the NGOs researchers set up three accounts apiece on TikTok and X, along with a further three on Meta-owned Instagram. They wanted to establish the flavor of content platforms would promote to users who expressed a non-partisan interest in consuming political content.To present as non-partisan users the tests accounts were set up to follow the accounts of the four biggest political parties in Germany (conservative/right-leaning CDU; center-left SPD; Far Right AfD; left-leaning Greens), along with their respective leaders accounts (Friedrich Merz, Olaf Scholz, Alice Weidel, Robert Habeck). The researchers operating the test accounts also ensure that each account clicked on the top five posts from each account they followed, and engaged with the content watching any videos for at least 30 seconds and scrolling through any threads, images, etc., per Global Witness.They then manually collected and analyzed the content each platform pushed at the test accounts finding there was a substantial right-wing skew in what was being algorithmically pushed to users.One of our main concerns is that we dont really know why we were suggested the particular content that we were, said Ellen Judson, a senior campaigner looking at digital threats for Global Witness, told TechCrunch in an interview. We found this evidence that suggests bias, but theres still a lack of transparency from platforms about how their recommender systems work.We know they use lots of different signals, but exactly how those signals are weighted, and how they are assessed for if they might be increasing certain risks or increasing bias, is not very transparent, Judson added.My best inference is that this is a kind of unintended side effect of algorithms which are based on driving engagement, she continued. And that this is what happens when, essentially, what were companies designed to maximize user engagement on their platforms end up becoming these spaces for democratic discussions theres a conflict there between commercial imperatives and public interest and democratic objectives.The findings chime with other social media research Global Witness has undertaken around recent elections in theU.S.,IrelandandRomania. And, indeed, various other studies over recent years have also found evidence that social media algorithms lean right such as this research project last year looking into YouTube.Even all the way back in 2021, an internal study by Twitter as X used to be called before Elon Musk bought and rebranded the platform found that its algorithms promote more right-leaning content than left.Nonetheless, social media firms typically try to dance away from allegations of algorithmic bias. And after Global Witness shared its findings with TikTok, the platform suggested the researchers methodology was flawed arguing it was not possible to draw conclusions of algorithmic bias from a handful of tests. They said that it wasnt representative of regular users because it was only a few test accounts, noted Judson.X did not respond to Global Witness findings. But Musk has talked about wanting the platform to become a haven for free speech generally. Albeit, that may actually be his coda for promoting a right-leaning agenda.Its certainly notable that Xs owner has used the platform to personally campaign for the AfD, tweeting to urge Germans to vote for the Far Right party in the upcoming elections, and hosting a livestreamed interview with Weidel ahead of the poll an event that has helped to raise the partys profile. Musk has the most-followed account on X.Towards algorithmic transparency?I think the transparency point is really important, says Judson. We have seen Musk talking about the AfD and getting lots of engagement on his own posts about the AfD and the livestream [with Weidel] [But] we dont know if theres actually been an algorithmic change that reflects that.Were hoping that the Commission will take [our results] as evidence to investigate whether anything has occurred or why there might be this bias going on, she added, confirming Global Witness has shared its findings with EU officials who are responsible for enforcing the blocs algorithmic accountability rules on large platforms.Studying how proprietary content-sorting algorithms function is challenging, as platforms typically keep such details under wraps claiming these code recipes as commercial secrets. Thats why the European Union enacted the Digital Services Act (DSA) in recent years its flagship online governance rulebook in a bid to improve this situation by taking steps to empower public interest research into democratic and other systemic risks on major platforms, including Instagram, TikTok and X.The DSA includes measures to push major platforms to be more transparent about how their information-shaping algorithms work, and to be proactive in responding to systemic risks that may arise on their platforms. But even though the regime kicked in on the three tech giants back in August 2023, Judson notes some elements of it have yet to be fully implemented.Notably, Article 40 of the regulation, which is intended to enable vetted researchers to gain access to non-public platform data to study systemic risks, hasnt yet come into effect as the EU hasnt yet passed the necessary delegated act to implement that bit of the law.The EUs approach with aspects of the DSA is also one that leans on platforms self-reporting risks and enforcers then receiving and reviewing their reports. So the first batch of risk reports from platforms may well be the weakest in terms of disclosures, Judson suggests, as enforcers will need time to parse disclosures and, if they feel there are shortfalls, push platforms for more comprehensive reporting. For now without better access to platform data she says public interest researchers still cant know for sure whether there is baked in bias in mainstream social media.Civil society is watching like a hawk for when vetted researcher access becomes available, she adds, saying they are hoping this piece of the DSA public interest puzzle will slot into place this quarter.The regulation has failed to deliver quick results when it comes to concerns attached to social media and democratic risks. The EUs approach may also ultimately be shown to be too cautious to move the needle as fast as it needs to move to keep up with algorithmically amplified threats. But its also clear that the EU is keen to avoid any risks of being accused of crimping freedom of expression.The Commission has open investigations into all three of the social media firms which are implicated by the Global Witness research. But there has been no enforcement in this election integrity area so far. However, it recently stepped up scrutiny of TikTok and opened a fresh DSA proceeding on it following concerns of the platform being a key conduit for Russian election interference in Romanias presidential election.Were asking the Commission to investigate whether there is political bias, adds Judson. [The platforms] say that there isnt. We found evidence that there may be. So were hoping that the Commission would use its increased information[-gathering] powers to establish whether thats the case, and address that if it is.The pan-EU regulation empowers enforcers to levy penalties of up to 6% of global annual turnover for infringements, and even temporarily block access to violating platforms if they refuse to comply.

Getting CloserSkyblivion devs reveal the final region they had to build in the huge Oblivion remake mod is now complete, but there's still stuff to sort ahead of releaseThe entire landscape of Cyrodiil has now had "at least a first pass".Image credit: The Skyblivion team/Bethesda News by Mark Warren Senior Staff Writer Published on Feb. 20, 2025 The developers behind Skyblivion, the massive modding project thats remaking The Elder Scrolls IV in Skyrims engine, have now revealed that they've finished landscaping every region of their map of Cyrodiil.There's still stuff to do before the mod can hit its current 2025 release window, but it sounds like this is a pretty big milestone in getting there.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. "With the Niben Basin and Valley complete, all of Cyrodiil's landscape has had at least a first pass," the team announced in a tweet, "Next up: Improve previously worked areas of the map to bring them to higher standards."This comes after Skyblivion's modders revealed in their update video last month that they were "finalising the world map, with only the Nibenay region on Cyrodiil's Eastern border to left to complete". So, you can check that off. To see this content please enable targeting cookies.Based on what the modders have said thus far, in addition to the extra mapping work outlined in the tweet, odds are there'll still be a bunch of things like navmeshing for different areas left to finalise. Otherwise the mod might be releasing with an environment NPCs would struggle to navigate to broken degree, rather than just getting stuck on the odd tree stump now and again, as they can in vanilla Skyrim or Oblivion.Plus, the team also revealed last month that they're still busy with plenty of interiors, and were "prioritising quest locations which require more time and concepting compared to generic interiors". Six quests also had yet to have work commence on them at that point.Skyblivion's modders are still looking for fresh volunteers with relevant skills to help out with the project, and you can head here if interested.Are you glad to hear this latest Skyblivion update? Let us know below and make sure to check out our coverage of previous Skyblivion showcases!

After months of patient waiting, Dune fans finally have a release date for the much-anticipated Dune Awakening. The MMO survival game will be releasing on May 20 for $49.99 / 49.99. Read more

Case StudyVegas Creates the Coolest NHL Experience with GreyscalegorillaThe Golden Knights use Greyscalegorilla Plus for Teams to create thrilling in-arena content that stands out from the spectacle of Las Vegas. by Greyscalegorilla Key Takeaways Greyscalegorilla helps the Vegas Golden Knights Entertainment team create thrilling in-arena content quickly without sacrificing quality. The Greyscalegorilla Teams workflow is vital to the rapid turnaround required to create engaging noise prompts to invigorate fans. Deliverable approval happens faster thanks to high-quality Greyscalegorilla assets and plugins that always work. The Vegas Golden Knights hockey franchise regularly plays for sell-out crowds of 18,000+ in the T-Mobile Arena on the Vegas strip. Founded in 2017, the team quickly established itself as an NHL powerhouse, reaching the Stanley Cup finals in its first season and winning the Stanley Cup championship in 2023. The teams Entertainment, Experience and Production department is tasked with delivering exciting in-arena content that stands out from the surrounding spectacle of Las Vegas. The departments three motion graphics artists offer a real-world example of how a Greyscalegorilla Teams account can streamline the fast-paced workflow required to create supercharged fan engagement. That was one of the first things I did when I got here we need to get this. We need licenses for Greyscalegorilla. Dan Senior Sr. Motion Graphics Manager, Vegas Golden Knights CREATING HIGH QUALITY CONTENT AT TOP SPEED Dan Senior is Sr. Manager of Motion Graphics for the Vegas Golden Knights. When he started with the organization, one of the first things he did was bring Greyscalegorilla into the org, having used the site throughout his career. Really, I just showed my manager look at the amount of resources available to us here, and look at the quality of them, Senior says. All of the textures, HDRIs, and things like that. And just the ease of use in the Cinema 4D environment, to be able to iterate quickly, produce, and version out ideas very quickly. Seniors team is tasked with creating eye-catching in-arena content and high-energy in-game moments like elaborate on-ice projections and on-screen noise prompts designed to get the crowd on its feet. Generally, the attitude is bigger is better, Senior says. You know, the more things exploding on ice projections, the better. We have to constantly push ourselves in what we can achieve in the space of time that we have, and Greyscalegorilla assets offer the high fidelity and speed we need to flip these grand, high-resolution ice projections quickly. Im almost certain most NHL teams dont do ice projections, Senior says. But theyre very much a big showy element of what we do here in Las Vegas, and they require tools you can rely on. Assets that are going to look good in any situation and work to a very professional standard. When youre planning all of that out, where do you go to find the assets you need? When it comes to Greyscalegorilla, I know I dont have to worry. Noise prompts are a really good way to make sure the crowd is involved and interactive. The Signal plugin has been a godsend for making noise prompts. Jalen Jones Sr. Motion Graphics Designer, Vegas Golden Knights MOTION GRAPHICS FOR MAXIMUM ENGAGEMENT Senior Motion Graphics Designer Jalen Jones has been with the Vegas Golden Knights Entertainment Team since October, 2018. On top of theme-night, play-by-play, and specific sponsor-centric graphics, one of his tasks is creating content designed to engage and energize fans during games. We take the entertainment part of in-game entertainment very seriously. Our crowd is rowdy; anything that tells them to make noise, theyre pretty much going to make noise, Jones says. Jones is often tasked with creating multiple animated noise prompts that display on T-Mobile Arenas massive screens during matches. To get them done and shipped for approval quickly, Jones depends on Signal, Greyscalegorillas proprietary Cinema 4D animation plugin. Im using pretty much everything. All the Materials. All the Textures. A lot of the HDRI stuff. Light Kit Pro. Just the Library in general, Jones says. But Signal is my go-to for making noise prompts, because Im able to animate assets without having to worry about doing keyframes myself. With Signal, once you figure out a certain look or animation that you want, you can take it from one project into another. And that saves a lot of time just when it comes to putting a project together. Saving time and steps is important in an industry defined by constant fan engagement, long seasons, and ever-evolving stakes. Jones and his Golden Knight teammates turn to Greyscalegorilla to keep them ahead of the game. 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Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube796kIf you cast your mind back to the wonderful world of '90s cartoons, you might recall Saban's Samurai Pizza Cats, an action-comedy that saw three sword-wielding kitties keeping the peace in the futuristic world of Little Tokyo.It's the type of show that had almost disappeared from our minds, quite frankly, but today developer BLAST ZERO and publisher Red Dunes Games have announced that it will be making a comeback in 2026 as... wait for it... a 2D action RPG.Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast from the Past will see you switching between the titular trio of Speedy Cerviche, Polly Esther, and Guido Anchovy (yep, we had to Google them) to solve puzzles and complete platforming challenges. While the above trailer doesn't show off too much gameplay, we appreciate how it captures the '90s anime aesthetic with that cel-shaded look and OTT voiceover.Speaking of VO, Blast from the Past will feature the cartoon's original cast in both its English and Japanese versions. That means you'll be able to hear Rick Jones, Sonja Ball, Terrence Scammell and Dean Hagopian for the English dub, and Kappei Yamaguchi, Ai Orikasa, Ikuya Sawaki, Naoki Tatsuta and Kenyu Horiuchi for the Japanese original Seiichir Yamashita takes over from Jurota Kosugi as Sukashii (Guido).Here's a handful of screenshots from the publisher:Images: Red Dunes GamesWhile no launch consoles have been officially confirmed at this early stage, developer BLAST ZERO has said that the action RPG will be heading to "all major platforms". 2026 might end up being a little too late for Switch, but surely Switch 2 will be included in that group.Do you have any fond memories of Samurai Pizza Cats? Are you looking forward to seeing the game in action? Let us know in the comments.

Though numbers are falling across the board.Over in Japan this week, after Super Mario Party Jamboree briefly managed to claim the top spot last week, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD has once again given its first-party brethren the ol' one-two to take gold once again.Selling a further 14,752 copies, Forever Entertainment's remaster of Retro Studios' classic is now just 4,551 sales away from that sweet 200,000 milestone. Pretty good considering its mixed reception, really! Elsewhere, the Switch version of Civilization VII is the only one to crack the top ten, while Urban Myth Dissolution Center makes an admirable debut at number four.Read the full article on nintendolife.com

In BriefPosted:10:33 AM PST February 20, 2025Image Credits:Dinendra Haria/SOPA Images/LightRocket / Getty ImagesAmazon shuts down Chime, its Zoom alternativeAmazon Chime, the tech giants underwhelming alternative to Zoom and Google Meet, is shutting down for good. The company on Wednesday confirmed it will end support for Chime, including its Business Calling features, on Feb. 20, 2026.As part of this transition, Amazon stopped accepting new Chime accounts as of Feb. 19, 2025.From now until Chimes end of life, existing customers will still be able to schedule and host meetings, add and manage users, and take advantage of features in the Amazon Chime administration console, a company blog post explains. TheAmazon Chime SDK, however, will not be impacted. Customers are advised to delete their data before the shutdown and make the move to another web meetings service. Amazon recommends other solutions like AWS Wickr, Zoom, or Salesforces Slack.News of the shutdown was first reported by Business Insider, which notes that Amazon will make Zoom its official meeting app going forward.Launched in 2017 with a focus on business usage, Chime had little adoption outside of Amazon itself. This factor largely contributed to its shutdown, a spokesperson told the outlet.Topics