Though the trend seems to be losing steam (no pun intended), live service games are still all the rage, and 2024 has seen the launch of quite a few new titles. Some surprise hits have reignited players' enthusiasm for what live service games can be, but even the most exciting online games of the year have fallen victim to similar flaws. In many cases, overpriced battle passes, rushed gameplay mechanics, and a general lack of fresh content can drive players away from games that initially had them all fired up.

2024 Games That Lost Their Playerbase In Months

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You can't buy games on the Xbox 360 digital store after today, but owned games still work.

Game archivists lament end of the Xbox 360 Marketplace

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STEAM players on PC can’t complain about a lack of games to play, but one of the bigger titles of this year has been missing from Valve’s storefront. This is about to change as 2024’s self-styled ‘quadruple-A game’ is coming to the platform very soon.

PC gamers are getting more ways to play as massive 2024 game is finally coming to Steam

Check out these amazing MMORPGs that you can enjoy solo. From big-name franchises, like Star Trek and Lord of the Rings, to smaller indie titles, these are multiplayer games that don't punish you for playing alone and at your pace. Plenty of options await, no matter what genre you want...

15 Best MMORPGs For Solo Players

THERE are only a few days left before Xbox closes one of its biggest and most popular online storefronts. As players prepare for when the storefront and games are gone for good, Xbox is offering players final discounts on the available games. Xbox has been dropping the prices of games...

Xbox drops final discounts before massive store closure with 95% off 155 classic games

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Most who actually love gaming, rather than the tribalism that comes with it, will admit that the 'Console Wars' are silly and childish. To breathe life into them ever-slightly, it's fair to say that on the grand scale of things, PlayStation is usually the company among the big three that tends to come out on top more often than not, with the biggest swaying factor being the long list of PlayStation exclusives over the years.

10 Best PS5 Games Of All Time

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Renowned streamer Dr Disrespect has posted a new mysterious photo on his X / Twitter account just weeks after revelations about why he was banned on Twitch.He confirmed he was banned from the streaming platform in 2020 for messaging a minor in a lengthy statement after allegations were made by two former Twitch employees.Dr Disrespect received a huge backlash online after making the admission; monetisation on his YouTube channel has since been suspended too.He has now changed the header on his X / Twitter page to an image of a fishing float with an angry face on it which looks...

Dr Disrespect posts strange new photo weeks after Twitch ban revelations

XBOX fans have been warned that two services will disappear forever from Monday. Owner Microsoft first announced the move in May, resulting in hundreds of games no longer being available to buy on one platform. The move affects Xbox 360 consoles users who use the Xbox 360 Store and the...

Two Microsoft Xbox services close tomorrow – what it means for purchases & online multiplayer titles

The experiment was just one discovery of a 25-page paper covering how SBMM works in Call of Duty.

Activision secretly experimented on 50% of Call of Duty players by 'decreasing' skill-based matchmaking, and determined players like SBMM even if they don't know it

Whether you are a movie buff looking for a cinematic experience, a gamer demanding responsive gameplay, or someone needing a TV for general entertainment, there is a wide array of excellent TVs on the market. What to Look For in a TV in 2024. A TV purchase can be tricky...

The Best TVs of 2024

This article explains how to get 120 frames per second—which you'll also see as "FPS" or "Hz"–on PS5. Not every game on PS5 supports this option, so while you can prep your console for it, it won't work for every title. How to Turn On 120 FPS on...

How to Get 120 FPS on PS5

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Core Keeper will arrive on the service on August 27th.

Xbox Game Pass Reveals New Day One Release for August

The success of the PlayStation Portal illustrates the potential of remote play functionality in place of dedicated handheld gaming hardware. Rather than having a traditional handheld console like the PlayStation Vita, many gamers just want a way to conveniently take their PS5 games to other rooms in the home. The...

Why I'm Doubtful We'll Ever See Another "Proper" Handheld PlayStation

GTA 6 is shaping up to be one of the biggest games ever, but a former Rockstar employee is warning that the title might leave players a bit disappointed on day one. Rockstar Games blew up the internet in December 2023 when they unveiled the first official look at GTA 6 with a record-breaking trailer, giving players their first look at a modern Vice City.

Ex-Rockstar dev explains why GTA 6 could disappoint players at launch

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As Amazon’s Fallout show began making waves back, sales of the games the show was based on began rising rapidly. On April 18, GamesIndustry.biz reported that 2015’s Fallout 4 shot up to the top spot on the sales charts in Europe, beating out brand new releases like Helldivers 2 and EA Sports FC 24. Fans were excited to explore the world of the show, but they also realized the two latest games in the series arrived in 2015 and 2018, respectively. Bethesda is in no rush to launch Fallout 5, but in the meantime, Fallout: London is here to tide...

Fallout 5 is years away, but a new Fallout is coming tomorrow

Astro Bot is getting a limited-edition DualSense controller just in time for the haptic feedback festival’s launch on PlayStation 5. What better way to be platforming through the cosmos than with a whimsical robot staring into the depths of your soul?. Suggested Reading. Announced over on the PlayStation Blog...

The PS5 Is Getting An Astro Bot Controller That Watches You While You Play

Apple's laptop lineup is missing an affordable option like a polycarbonate "MacBook SE." The iPhone SE and entry-level iPads show Apple can make high-quality products with older components for a lower price. A plastic MacBook could be more environmentally friendly, diverse in color options, and better at withstanding daily wear...

Why Apple Should Make a Plastic MacBook Again

In 2019, Reddit asked some of its gamers where they expected to see eSports in five years. Recently, they reopened this time capsule, and while some of their ideas were wild, others actually came true. Let's go back in time and see what they thought. Hardware Isn't As Advanced As...

5 Years Ago, This Is What People Thought eSports Would Look Like Today

Poorly drawn guardian perimeters can lead to physical injuries while using VR gear. Repetitive arm motions in games like Beat Saber can cause tennis elbow and require physical therapy. Vigorous movements during combat VR games can result in muscle strains, emphasizing the importance of stretching before playing. I can't believe...

5 Ways I've Injured Myself in VR (And How To Avoid It)

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Why Fighting Games Are Worth Playing Online Now

Rollback netcode improves online fighting game experiences by providing close to seamless online play that's less prone to latency than older netcode implementations. Delay-based netcode caused...

Why Fighting Games Are Worth Playing Online Now

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