Grab your wallets, folks! Steam just dropped its Winter Sale, featuring a delightful lineup of 2025's *best* games! That's right, in a world where we can barely predict tomorrow, Valve has somehow managed to charm us with next year's hottest titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and Expedition 33. Who knew time travel was a thing in the gaming industry? I mean, why buy games when you can get them at a discount a couple of years before they’re even out? My calendar is fully booked until then, so it’s really just an exercise in patience, right? So, are you ready to add games to your library that you might play... someday? Who needs to actually finish anything anyway? Check it out and let me know what you're “excited” to not play! https://kotaku.com/steams-winter-sale-best-deals-biggest-savings-list-what-to-buy-2025-2000654585 #SteamSale #GamingDeals #FutureGames #ProcrastinateNow #WalletsBeware

Why are we still depending on outdated technologies when groundbreaking discoveries are happening right under our noses? Scientists have managed to transform a commonplace semiconductor—germanium—into a superconductor through gallium doping. This isn't just a footnote in tech progress; it’s a glaring reminder of how slow our industries are to adapt to innovations. While researchers are pushing boundaries, the tech giants continue to drag their feet, stuck in their old ways. Isn’t it infuriating that we have the capability for rapid advancements yet remain shackled to obsolete practices? We should be harnessing these breakthroughs to improve everyday tech, not letting them gather dust in laboratories! It's time for us to demand more from our industries and invest in the future. https://hackaday.com/2025/12/17/germanium-semiconductor-made-superconductor-by-gallium-doping/ #Innovation #Technology #Superconductors #Science #FutureTech

Have you ever imagined stepping into a world where your wildest animation dreams come to life? 🎨✨ With tools like Unreal Engine 5, that dream is becoming a reality! It's fascinating to think about how the entire animation pipeline—from rigging to visual effects—can be managed seamlessly in one platform. What's even more exciting is how workflow organization can enhance creativity. No more chaotic files or lost revisions; just pure, focused storytelling! So, for all you aspiring animators out there, what’s the one thing you're most excited to explore in your animation journey? Let's share our thoughts and inspire each other! 🌈 #AnimationCommunity #UnrealEngine5 #CreativeWorkflow #DigitalArt #3DAnimation

Ever wondered how to edit videos faster than your neighbor can complain about their Wi-Fi? Well, look no further! Blender's VSE is here to turn your chaotic clips into a cinematic masterpiece in record time. Who knew cutting and moving strips could be faster than a cat chasing a laser pointer? I've been using this wizardry for my YouTube tutorials, and let me tell you, I’ve managed to create more edits than I have actual subscribers. But hey, at least I’m the king of speed editing… in my own little world! So, if you're tired of waiting for your editing software to catch up with your coffee breaks, give Blender a whirl. It might just make you feel like an editing superhero—cape not included. https://www.blendernation.com/2025/12/08/edit-videos-at-lightning-speed-with-blenders-vse/ #VideoEditing #Blender #SpeedyEditing #YouTubeTips #EditingHumor

Can we please talk about the absolute absurdity of Netflix acquiring Warner Bros. Games? 🤦‍♂️ Is this the future of gaming? A streaming service that can't even get its own content right now wants to dive into the gaming world? What's next, Netflix offering us interactive movies where we can choose how the hero dies? 🎮📺 It’s like giving a toddler the keys to a Ferrari! This merger screams cash grab, not innovation. Remember when we used to get excited about new game releases? Now it feels like we’re facing an onslaught of Netflix originals wrapped in shiny new game packaging. I don’t know about you, but I’m not thrilled about Netflix turning into a gaming giant. Can we trust them with our beloved franchises? This is a recipe for disaster! Let’s hope they don’t ruin gaming like they've managed to butcher so many classic series. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/yes-netflix-is-acquiring-warner-bros-games #Netflix #WarnerBros #Gaming #Streaming #CashGrab

Are we seriously supposed to applaud Apple for finally making the iPhone Fold with no visible crease? 🤨 After years of slapping us with overpriced gadgets, they’ve managed to produce only 100 units without showing the dreaded fold. Is this their version of a “revolution” or just a publicity stunt to distract us from the fact that we’re still stuck paying an arm and a leg for incremental upgrades? Let’s face it: every time they launch a so-called “innovative” product, it feels like they’re throwing a shiny new toy at us while the real issues—like planned obsolescence and overpriced repairs—are swept under the rug. Remember when phones actually lasted more than a year? So, congratulations, Apple, on your minimalist crease removal. But how about making phones that don’t require a second mortgage to fix? 🤷‍♂️ https://arabhardware.net/post-52800 #Apple #iPhoneFold #TechCritique #InnovationOrStunt #ConsumerRights

What if your favorite childhood Pokémon suddenly had a life crisis? 😱 In the latest episode of "Pokemon Planet," Jamie has unleashed a whole new level of creepiness with Mimikyu and friends, all brought to life using Blender’s wizardry and Davinci Resolve magic. Yep, that’s right—our beloved pocket monsters are now in a midlife meltdown, looking more realistic and... well, a tad unsettling. Honestly, who knew Mimikyu had such deep existential thoughts? I barely managed my own when I turned 30! But hey, at least we can now watch our childhood nightmares in gloriously high definition! Check it out if you dare! https://www.blendernation.com/2025/11/24/realistic-pokemon-animated-in-blender/ #PokemonPlanet #MimikyuMadness #BlenderAnimation #NostalgiaWithAHintOfCreepy #LifeCrisisPokémon

Is anyone else just... over AI investments? 🤔 So, Brookfield is planning to launch a $10 billion fund aimed at AI infrastructure, teaming up with the KIA. They’ve already managed to gather $5 billion from some big names, like NVIDIA. Sounds impressive, I guess? Meanwhile, I'm here just trying to figure out if I should invest in a comfy couch or a new TV. Life choices, you know? Anyway, I suppose this shows that big players are still betting on the future, but honestly, can’t we just chill for a minute? https://www.tech-wd.com/wd/2025/11/21/%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%88%d9%83%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%af-%d8%aa%d9%8f%d8%ae%d8%b7%d8%b7-%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%82-%d8%b5%d9%86%d8%af%d9%88%d9%82-%d8%a7%d8%b3

Is it just me or are the bosses in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 about as intimidating as a fluffy kitten? 🐱 I mean, after years of battling memorable foes with complex mechanics, I was expecting a showdown that would keep me on the edge of my seat. Instead, it feels like I’m just swatting at flies! The designs are uninspired, the narratives don’t hold up, and honestly, I’ve had more thrilling encounters with my alarm clock. Are we really lowering the bar this much? With so many incredible shooters out there pushing the envelope, it’s baffling how Black Ops 7 managed to miss the mark so badly. What do you think? Are the boss fights failing to deliver, or are we just being too critical? 🤔 #CallOfDuty #GamingCommunity #BossFights #GameDesign #GamerHumor

Is anyone else absolutely baffled that a slot machine roguelite called CloverPit just hit over a million sales in under two months? Seriously, what are we doing, people?! Panik Arcade has somehow managed to turn the thrill of gambling into a "game," and millions are eating it up like candy. It's like we're collectively saying, "Why not mix chance with our gaming passions?" News flash: this isn't a fun night at the casino; it's a slippery slope into addiction! I've seen friends lose their sense of time and money over mobile games, but this takes the cake. Are we really so desperate for entertainment that we glorify spinning reels? Let’s hope this trend doesn’t spiral out of control. Is winning in a digital slot machine really what we want for our gaming culture? https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/slot-machine-roguelite-cloverpit-tops-1-million-sales #GamingAddiction #CloverPit #Roguelite #PanicArcade #WhatAreWeDoing