Senin, 29 November 2021

Valve Reportedly Working on a Half-Life Shooter-Strategy Game Tailored for Steam Deck - IGN

Valve is reportedly working on an upcoming Half-Life shooter-strategy game, codenamed Citadel, that will be tailored for play on the Steam Deck.

According to reports by Valve News Network content creator Tyler McVicker, Valve is currently working on a project codenamed Citadel. As detailed in a video uploaded to McVicker's YouTube channel, Citadel will apparently be an FPS/RTS co-op game based on the Half-Life franchise.

According to McVicker, Citadel is will have a style akin to what you might expect if "Left 4 Dead, Alien Swarm, an RTS, and Half-Life [were] all having a baby." While the project is yet to be officially announced by Valve, McVicker says that the game is being designed "with the Steam Deck in mind, due to how the game is supposed to be controlled."

McVicker goes on to state that originally the game was supposedly intended to include a "VR asymmetric co-operative component" but that it's very possible the studio might have decided to leave that component of the game behind during development.

While McVicker states that the game is reported to "best showcase what the Steam Deck is capable of," he also estimates that a potential timeline for the game could be some time "within the next year-and-a-half to two years." According to an article by PCGamesN, McVicker confirmed that he had received the information shown in the video through datamines of regularly-updated Valve software as well as his own research into Citadel, which he has been carrying out since 2018.

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Valve's last entry into the Half-Life series came with the 2020 release of Half-Life Alyx - a game that successfully allowed players to head back and fully immerse themselves in the Half-Life universe through its VR-based gameplay. Upon release, IGN reviewed Half-Life Alyx awarding it a 10/10 and stating that it had "set a new bar for VR in interactivity, detail, and level design."

Despite the endless calls from fans to make Half-Life 3, there is still little hard evidence suggesting that the studio is currently working on the threequel. In fact, last year, a list detailing multiple cancelled projects by Valve revealed that the studio had once been working on a game referred to within the studio as Half-Life 3 before it was dropped sometime in 2014.

McVicker himself says that a small team is still working on an idea for Half-Life 3, but that the bulk of Valve is focused on Steam Deck-related projects right now. For more on the Steam Deck make sure to check out this article detailing why Valve has delayed the console's launch until early 2022.

Jared Moore is a freelance writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter.

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Cyber Monday soundbar deals: 17 of best discounts on Sonos, Bose, B&O and more - What Hi-Fi?

So you'd like to upgrade your TV's audio performance with a soundbar but you were too busy over the Black Friday weekend to check for discounts? Never fear, Cyber Monday is well underway and there's still plenty of great deals still available (and some fresh ones too) to be had on speakers to improve the quality of your home cinema sound. 

We all know that in-built TV speakers aren't much to write home about and while flat-panel pictures are becoming crisper and brighter, frustratingly we still struggle to hear dialogue and sound effects with any clarity.

But there is a cost-effective way to hear vocals more clearly and up the ante with film soundtracks. A soundbar is the easiest way to bolster your TV's audio capabilities without cluttering your living room. Just grab yourself a great-value soundbar from some of the excellent models on offer this Cyber Monday.

Here's our pick of the best soundbar deals this Cyber Monday. We'll keep updating this page regularly, but due to the nature of flash deals, some of these offers will disappear once their allotted time has elapsed – or as and when stocks run out. 

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2021-11-29 17:38:04Z
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11 amazing looking games you didn't know existed - VG247

We’ve nearly reached the end of 2021. A rough year for sure, and not one with too many high points. But, we’ve at least got the future to look forward to, including all the great games we can see coming on the horizon.

There are the massive blockbusters, of course, but there may also be some absolute bangers around the corner you’re still not aware of just yet. Who knows, maybe your favourite game of of the generation is something you don’t see coming.

We may just be able to help with that. Dorrani has cooked up a video showcasing 11 awesome looking games coming soon, and we’re pretty sure you’ll be seeing a good portion of them for the first time. If you’re interested in learning more, you can check out this video embedded above for your viewing pleasure.

There’s a good range included so everyone will likely see something they're keen on. We’ve got a large showing from some promising looking Chinese developers like Leenzee Games and its awesome looking souls-like Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. We first caught a glimpse of this title back in September and it’s still sticking with us even now.

Korean studio Shift Up Games is keeping the character action genre alive and well with Project Eve, which showed off some stylish combat sequences against gnarly monsters back during the PlayStation Showcase earlier this year. This absolutley looks like the sort of game that'll appeal to Devil May Cry or Bayonetta fans out there.

Finally, and my favourite of the bunch: The Lost Wild. A dinosaur survival game that is sure to appeal to all your Jurassic Park or Dino Crisis diehards still hanging on. Judging by the short trailer we’ve seen so far, this title looks to bring back a much loved horror angle back to dinosaur games. Count me in!

There are way more games featured in the video that you should absolutely check out yourself. Tell us which of the games included you’re hyped for below, or if there’s another game we missed that has got your attention.

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2021-11-29 12:44:09Z
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Street Fighter 5 Luke gameplay video offers a look at the character dubbed "the future of Street Fighter" - Eurogamer.net

Pack-a-punch.

Capcom has released a gameplay video of Street Fighter 5's final DLC character, Luke.

Luke, who Capcom has dubbed "the future of Street Fighter" and a "major" part of the next Street Fighter game (and has been likened to Jake Paul by many fans), is an offense-heavy puncher from the USA.

The sense I get from the gameplay is Luke is an offensive, high-pressure character whose punches hit hard. All three of his normal punches propel Luke forward, so he can close distances quickly. He's got two target combos, a mid-to-long range projectile and an anti-air that launches him upwards.

Luke also has a unique V-System. Both his V-Triggers cause his V-Gauge to turn into a timer that continuously fills in a neutral state. Unlike any other Street Fighter 5 character, Luke gains V-Timer by doing damage, but he loses V-Timer when taking damage or using his V-Trigger-specific moves. The idea is Luke's opponent will be forced to approach to prevent Luke from maintaining a filled V-Timer.

We also get a look at Luke's Critical Art, which, as you'd expect, packs a punch.

Luke comes out today, 29th November - over five-and-a-half years after Street Fighter 5 launched in February 2016.

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2021-11-29 11:23:22Z
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Cyber Monday soundbar deals: 16 of best discounts on Sonos, Bose, Samsung and more - What Hi-Fi?

So you'd like to improve your TV's sonic performance with a soundbar but you've missed out on the Black Friday sales? Never fear, Cyber Monday is well underway and there's still plenty of great deals (and some new ones) to be had on speakers to enhance the quality of your home cinema sound. 

 We all know that in-built TV speakers aren't much to write home about and while flat-panel pictures are becoming crisper and brighter, frustratingly we still struggle to hear dialogue and sound effects with any clarity.

But there is a cost-effective way to hear vocals more clearly and up the ante with film soundtracks. A soundbar is the easiest way to bolster your TV's audio capabilities without cluttering your living room. Just grab yourself a great-value soundbar from some of the excellent models on offer this Cyber Monday.

Here's our pick of the best soundbar deals this Cyber Monday. We'll keep updating this page regularly, but due to the nature of flash deals, some of these offers will disappear once their allotted time has elapsed – or as and when stocks run out. 

The best Cyber Monday sales

The Best Cyber Monday soundbar deals live right now

MORE:

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And check out the best Dolby Atmos soundbars

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Minggu, 28 November 2021

Here's why you can't find a PS5 deal this Cyber Monday (and how to get one) - What Hi-Fi?

Black Friday might have been and gone, but if there's one other day you can rely on for deals it's Cyber Monday. You can still secure mega markdowns on everything from TVs to toasters, headphones to holidays, but there’s one product you won’t see with a knockdown price – yep, Sony's PlayStation 5. 

The Japanese giant’s next-gen console has been in short supply since launching over a year ago, to the point that simply getting hold of PS5 stock at the full retail price is a Cyber Monday ‘PS5 deal’ in itself.

The good news? Hope is on the horizon. We saw an uplift in stock during Black Friday with consoles, bundles, games and accessories all up for grabs but, inevitably, these were all snapped up in a matter of seconds. So what’s the secret to bagging a PS5 during the Cyber Monday restocks if they should happen? And why is PS5 stock in such short supply?

There’s little doubt that global chip shortages, shipping delays and bots (which snap-up any stock) have made it a struggle for the average gamer to buy a PS5 console this year. There’s even a conspiracy theory that Sony deliberately squeezes supply to give the PS5 an aura of ‘exclusivity’. Hmmm. But perhaps the biggest real culprit is COVID-19.

With half the world plunged into lockdown, and millions asked to work from home, demand for all games consoles – and especially Sony’s first new PlayStation for seven years – sky-rocketed. When the first wave of PS5 stock was released on 12th November 2020, it sold out within days. As did the next batch, and the next, and the next... As the ongoing pandemic stretched Sony’s manufacturing and supply capacity to breaking point, more and more gamers were left PS5-less.

In May 2021, Sony privately warned analysts that PlayStation 5 shortages would continue until 2022: "I don’t think demand is calming down this year and even if we secure a lot more devices and produce many more units of the PlayStation 5 next year, our supply wouldn’t be able to catch up with demand," said a gloomy Hiroki Totoki, the company's Chief Financial Officer.

And just a few weeks ago, Sony Interactive Entertainment boss Jim Ryan addressed “historic demand” for the PS5, and admitted that “inventory constraints remain a source of frustration for our customers”. 

He also assured customers that Sony is "laser-focussed" on shipping as many console units as possible, but, truth is, the company expects to produce one million fewer consoles – 15 million, rather than 16 million – in the financial year ending March 2022.

In short, getting hold of a PS5 isn't getting any easier. But that's not to say it can't be done. You'll need to keep an eye on social media (@PS5StockAlert is one of the most reliable places to find PS5 stock tips). Combine good intel with the secrets below, and you should be able to scoop Sony’s 4K console in the Cyber Monday sales.

1. Sign up and sign in
Open a free account with all the major PS5 retailers (Amazon, Argos, Walmart, Best Buy, Box, Smyths Toys, PlayStation Direct, Game, GameStop, etc) and sign in before PS5 stock drops. This will make for a faster checkout process - otherwise you can lose your console before you checkout.

2. Fill your basket
Add the PS5 of your choice to your shopping basket in advance. That way, it’s there when stock drops. With demand set to explode this holiday season, every second counts.

3. Download the app
Most retailers have iOS/Android phone apps. And since apps tend to be more stable than websites, they're less prone to crashing when PS5 stock goes live. The Amazon app is a must. Those in the UK should also download the Argos app.

4. Join a loyalty program
In the UK/US, Amazon Prime members get first crack at any PS5 stock. So if you're not a Prime member, you're at a huge disadvantage. (Here a 30-day free Prime trial if you need it.) PS5 hunters in the States should also consider joining Walmart Plus.

In all honesty, there isn’t ‘one thing’ you can do to get a PS5 – you have to do everything, because in our experience, persistence eventually pays off. Need some inspiration? Just take a look at some of the best Cyber Monday PS5 deals we’ve spotted, including 50% off some of the biggest PS5 titles and 34% off a 12-month PlayStation Plus subscription.

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Today's best Cyber Monday PlayStation Plus deals

Where to find the best Cyber Monday PS Plus deals 

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24 of the very best Cyber Monday audio and home cinema deals - What Hi-Fi?

Black Friday has been and gone, but there are still plenty of deals to choose from as we move into Cyber Monday. There are numerous audio and home cinema deals still available, from speakers to soundbars, home cinema receivers and headphones.

If you're eager to expand your home entertainment options, we've picked out some of the best deals we've seen so far. And we will be updating this list as we go through Cyber Monday.

Our round-up includes speakers from B&W, Q Acoustics, B&O and Sonos, a Denon AV receiver, Technics and Sony turntables, Award-winning KEF speaker systems, soundbars, projectors and more.

Fancy something else? We also have a carefully curated pick of the best hCyber Monday headphones deals and Cyber Monday TV deals still live for you to choose from.  Or head over to our long list of all the very best Cyber Monday tech deals.

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