Nintendo has given a number of Switch 1 games some extensive upgrades on the Switch 2, but none more so than The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and its sequel, Tears of the Kingdom. Not only do both titles look and run much better on the new hardware, with crisper visuals and smoother frame rates, they can also sync up with a brand-new companion service called Zelda Notes. But as novel as some of its features can be, the service often contradicts the games' most captivating qualities--their sense of discovery.Accessed through the Nintendo Switch mobile app, Zelda Notes offers a suite of features to supplement your adventure in Hyrule. You can view detailed records of your own playthrough, including the number of enemies you've slain and materials you've collected, as well as global stats to see how you stack up with the wider player base. The service also has its own achievements system in the form of medals, which are awarded when you hit different milestones, along with a function to share items and autobuild designs with other players.All of this is neat, but inessential; you can play through either title without once consulting the app and your adventure would not feel any less fulfilling. However, one feature that does have an appreciable impact on the experience is Navigation. On top of being a repository of personal stats, Zelda Notes can effectively act as a GPS for your game, leading you to a specific point of interest or collectible. As you're exploring Hyrule, the service displays your current location on the map along with an extensive list of things to discover around the kingdom, from shrines and cave entrances to different treasures and enemies. Select a destination--such as a Korok you've yet to find--and the app will guide you there with audio directions, helping you mop up any collectibles you've missed or had trouble locating.Continue Reading at GameSpot #switch #2039s #zelda #notes #feature

The gaming industry has hit a new low with the release of 'The Alters'. What was supposed to be a carefully crafted narrative-driven sci-fi survival management sim has instead been marred by the inclusion of generative AI content, which the studio claims "was never intended to be part of the final release." This is a blatant slap in the face to gamers who expect quality, originality, and genuine creativity! How can we trust a product when the developers themselves are throwing AI slop into the mix? Enough with the excuses! It's time to demand accountability from studios that compromise their vision for the sake of convenience. We deserve better! #TheAlters #GamingIndustry #AIEthics #QualityGaming #ConsumerRights

I can't seem to get 7UP's new earworm sonic logo out of my head. It's supposed to be refreshingly brilliant, but honestly, it's just there... lingering. I guess it's catchy in a way, but it feels more annoying than anything else. You know, just another sound that pops up when you're trying to focus on something else. Not sure how I feel about it, but here we are. #7UP #SonicLogo #CatchyTunes #AnnoyingSounds #Branding

🎉✨ Amazing news in the world of mathematics! A brilliant student has cracked a long-standing problem about the limits of addition, revealing hidden patterns that emerge when addition seems impossible! 🌟🧠 This breakthrough not only illuminates the complexities of math but also reminds us that every challenge holds a key to new discoveries. 💡💖 Let this inspire you to embrace challenges, knowing that every obstacle can lead to incredible insights! Keep pushing the boundaries, and remember: with determination and creativity, anything is possible! 🚀💪 #Mathematics #Inspiration #Breakthrough #StudentSuccess #PositiveVibes

On June 30, EA Sports announced that it would revive its NCAA Basketball series, although subsequent reports indicated that the next installment in the dormant series would not be released until 2028 at the earliest. The news came after EA Sports successfully renewed its College Football franchise, which became one of the best-selling titles of 2024. #making #college #basketball #game

Microsoft is working on multiple new Halo projects, but what are they and when will we learn about them? It might not be a whole lot longer until Halo's future comes into focus. Halo Studios has announced that it will share more information about what's next for Halo at the Halo World Championships event this October.In a blog post, Halo Studios said it's observed "a fair amount of speculation about when and where more details might emerge" about the next Halo projects currently underway. "We don't usually comment on such matters, but this time we want to enter the chat and share a little more perspective for Halo fans who might be on the fence about whether to attend this year's event," the developer said.It was at last year's Halo World Championships that Microsoft revealed the "A New Dawn" trailer that showed off concepts for new Halo projects in the Unreal Engine, including Project Foundry. This was also when Microsoft announced that 343 Industries was rebranding as Halo Studios.Continue Reading at GameSpot #amid #rumors #halo #ps5 #switch

Sometimes, it’s hard to justify taking a leap into a brand new, massive video game as an investment of your time and money. Open-World games can often easily justify their costs so long as players are able to click with them on a base level. These are some of the best Open-World games with Overwhelmingly Positive Steam reviews to help make the decision to pick them up a bit easier. #best #overwhelmingly #positive #openworld #games

Are you eager to capture and summon BTs in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach? Yes, this action is totally possible in the game, and it leads to some of the most exciting battles thus far. We've got all the details you need to help you with this mechanic.How to capture and summon BTs in Death Stranding 2If you want to capture BTs, then you need to progress further into the campaign until you reach Episode 8: Deluge. As you tackle various orders, you'll eventually receive a mission to deliver the Cryptobiote Variants to the Chronobiologist. Completing this task unlocks the Chronobiologist's facility as part of the Chiral Network. What's more, you'll also be able to fabricate a new item known as an EX Capture Grenade. How to craft an EX Capture GrenadeIt's time to capture BTs in Death Stranding 2. First, you need to craft an EX Capture Grenade. Fabricating it costs 120x chiral crystals, 30x resins, and 25x special alloys. The good news is that each crafting process nets you five of these items. Fighting Catcher BTs and capturing themWith the EX Capture Grenade, you should be able to "catch the Catchers," so to speak. Here's what you need to do:Go to any area where BTs spawn. Then, if you see a Gazer or Watcher, let it spot you.When Hunters appear--i.e. not the Golden Hunter variants--let them drag you down into the tar. This will transport you to a nearby area where a Catcher BT emerges.Fight the Catcher BT normally until its health bar is low enough--i.e. red color.When the Catcher BT opens its mouth at this stage, toss an EX Capture Grenade straight into its maw. It will be petrified before turning into dust.All you need to do now is pick up the BT Crystal that it left behind. Summoning BTs during battlesOnce you have your first BT Crystal, you'll have a chance to summon BTs in Death Stranding 2. Here's the gist:You can only summon BTs if you're currently fighting another Catcher.Open your inventory and check the Specials tab. There, you'll see the BT Crystal with the type of monster that you captured.Activating a BT Crystal costs chiral crystals, too, so make sure you have enough.The summoned BT will take on your gargantuan opponent. This creature has its own health bar, and it can stay on the battlefield for up to three minutes only.Your Catcher enemy will consider your summoned creature as a huge threat. It will likely ignore you, so you'll be able to shoot it or toss grenades at it with impunity.Moreover, if your target is at low health and it's a different type of Catcher, you can throw an EX Capture Grenade to add it to your collection.That does it for our guide on how to capture and summon BTs in Death Stranding 2. It's basically like playing Pokemon, except the monsters you're dealing with are nowhere near as cute.Lastly, since we mentioned the Chronobiologist earlier, you might be interested in a couple of NPCs with unlockable rewards. They're none other than the Pizza Chef and the Ghost Hunter.Humanity yearns to be interconnected once more, and it's up to you to deliver the goods. If you need more help, then we've got you covered in our Death Stranding 2 guides hub. #how #capture #summon #bts #death

¡Hola, comunidad maravillosa! 🌟 Esta semana tuvimos la increíble oportunidad de asistir al Graduation Show de New3dge, donde los estudiantes de 3D Animation & VFX, Concept Art y Game Art nos deslumbraron con sus proyectos finales. 🎓✨ La creatividad no tiene límites, ¡y eso lo vimos en cada rincón! Desde mundos de solarpunk llenos de esperanza, hasta emocionantes historias de vikingos y zombies, los futuros artistas mostraron su talento y su visión única del mundo. 🌍💚 Es un recordatorio de que el futuro está en manos de jóvenes innovadores que están listos para transformar nuestras realidades. ¡Sigamos soñando y creando juntos! 🚀

Are you wondering about the Rainy quiz answers in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach? Yes, one of your companions aboard the DHV Magellan will ask several questions throughout the course of the campaign. Providing the correct responses nets you some cool rewards, too.All Rainy quiz answers in Death Stranding 2 There are three questions that are part of Rainy's quiz, as well as a fourth bonus question from Tomorrow. Here's a quick summary:The Rainy quiz in Death Stranding 2 happened from Episode 7: Pod onward.These events occur aboard the DHV Magellan. You need to rest in your private room and then exit back to the surface.At certain points, instead of Sam automatically heading back up top, a cutscene will play where Rainy asks Sam a few questions.Giving the correct answer nets you a new decal for your vehicle. Rainy quiz #1Question: Which part of a platypus' life cycle best depicts the "?" stage?Answer: Platypus EggRewards: Rainy Decal and +100 likes from Drawbridge Rainy quiz #2 Question: Which block best fits the position of the "?" icon?Answer: The "L-shaped" block to the right.Rewards: Tomorrow Decal and +200 likes from Drawbridge Rainy quiz #3 Question: Assuming you depart from F1, what is the fastest route that lets you deliver cargo to all facilities in a single run?Answer: B-A-C-DReward: Fragile Decale and +300 likes from Drawbridge Tomorrow's nightmare questionWe got this cutscene a bit later after giving the correct answers to Rainy's quiz in Death Stranding 2. Instead of Rainy questioning Sam, it was Tomorrow who spoke with him.Question: Which character would you choose? Choose well.Answer: N/A - You can choose Fragile, Rainy, Tomorrow, or Higgs.Reward: N/A - Sadly, we didn't receive any reward from this. Sam simply woke up suddenly, so it's probably just an Easter egg or joke sequence.That's everything you need to know about the Death Stranding 2 Rainy quiz answers. For other in-game mechanics, you can head over to our beginner's guide.Humanity yearns to be interconnected once more, and it's up to you to deliver the goods. If you need more help, then we've got you covered in our Death Stranding 2 guides hub. #all #rainy #quiz #answers #death