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"Delta: The First Free Nintendo Emulator on Apple's App Store"
A free retro Nintendo game emulator called Delta has landed on the Apple App Store following a change in Apple's app review guidelines, allowing retro game console emulator apps to offer game downloads. Developed by Riley Testut, Delta plays NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, and DS games, and comes with features like save states and compatibility with cheat codes. While it doesn't come with pre-downloaded games, users can import their own files, a move that may spark controversy with Nintendo, which strongly opposes the downloading or uploading of ROM files.
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"Delightful Escape: Rooms on iOS"
Rooms is a delightful game for iOS and the web that allows users to design and customize their own virtual rooms, reminiscent of Lego, The Sims, and Animal Crossing. The game offers a library of objects and furniture to arrange, as well as the option to create interactive experiences within the rooms. With a social aspect that encourages exploring and sharing other users' rooms, Rooms provides a charming and personal escape for those seeking a retreat from modern life.
"Xbox Executive Kareem Choudhry Departs Microsoft Amid Gaming Shake-up"
Xbox executive Kareem Choudhry is leaving Microsoft after 26 years, triggering a shake-up within the Xbox teams. Microsoft is evaluating strategy changes for its gaming division, including the potential for Xbox-exclusive games to come to PS5 and Nintendo Switch. The company is also working on next-gen Xbox hardware and considering further big changes to its overall Xbox strategy, with a big summer Xbox showcase planned for June 9th, featuring announcements of new games like Gears of War, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Avowed, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and a new Call of Duty.
"Nintendo Switch OLED Hits Record Low Price on Amazon, Gamers Rush to Grab Deal"
Amazon is offering the Nintendo Switch OLED in Neon Blue/Neon Red variant at its lowest price ever, reduced from £309.99 to £259.95, saving buyers roughly £50. The upgraded OLED version features a 7-inch OLED screen, double the internal storage at 64GB, and enhanced audio speakers. Rumors suggest Nintendo's next console, the Switch 2, may launch in 2025 with an 8-inch LCD screen and backward compatibility, while a patent for an upgrade to the Switch dock has also been filed.
"Amazon Prime Gaming's April 2024 Free Titles: Fallout 76, Chivalry 2, and More"
Amazon's Prime Gaming offers Fallout 76 and Chivalry 2 for free in April, with Fallout 76 coinciding with the premiere of the Fallout TV show and available for PC and Xbox, and Chivalry 2 featuring crossplay and multiplayer matches. Other free games for Prime members include Black Desert, Demon’s Tilt, and Rose Riddle, while Luna members in select countries can access additional titles at no extra cost.
"Get Fallout 76 and More: April's Free Games for Amazon Prime Members"
Amazon Prime Gaming will offer 12 free titles to members in April, including Fallout 76 for PC and Xbox, coinciding with the release of Amazon's new Fallout TV show. Other titles include Chivalry 2, Black Desert, Drawn: Trail of Shadows, and Demon’s Tilt. Prime Gaming members can also access games on Amazon’s cloud gaming service Luna, and GOG has partnered with Amazon to make its DRM-free titles playable on Luna.
"PlayStation Portal Update: Engineers Report and Fix PSP Emulation Exploit"
Google engineers responsibly reported an exploit in Sony's streaming PS Portal that allowed for offline PSP game emulation, leading to its quiet fix in patch 2.0.6, which also improved video quality. The group's spokesperson, Andy Nguyen, announced the closure of the exploit, drawing criticism from the emulation community for adhering to hacking ethics.
"Immersive AI Gaming: Nvidia's Generative Characters Win Over Skeptics at GDC 2024"
Nvidia showcased generative AI-powered technologies at the Game Developers Conference, including ChatRTX for personalized chatbots, NPC technology for dynamically responding characters, and RTX Remix for upscaling old games. These experiments explore how generative AI might augment gaming experiences, but raise concerns about AI's impact on game development and the potential changes in game design, writing, and voice acting. The demos also highlighted the need for high-performance GPUs and the ongoing development of these features, offering potential for more immersive and interactive gaming experiences in the future.
"Putin Urges Russia to Develop Homegrown Video Game Consoles to Rival PlayStation and Xbox"
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the development of video game consoles to rival PlayStation and Xbox, along with an operating system and cloud system for game delivery. This initiative follows previous discussions to support the video game industry and the creation of an esports tournament featuring games from Russia and its allied nations. Despite the presence of wealthy companies, the government's order reflects a lack of technical skills in the gaming industry. This move comes after major video game companies ceased sales in Russia due to the country's invasion of Ukraine.
"PlayStation Portal Update Enhances Video Quality and Patches PSP Game Exploit"
The latest PS Portal system update 2.0.6, with minimal patch notes, has surprisingly led to a significant improvement in video quality, as reported by players on the PlayStation Portal subreddit. While some stuttering still occurs during intense gameplay, overall video detail and pixelation have notably improved, with users praising the update for smoother performance and reduced micro stutters.
"Xbox Introduces Nocturnal Vapor Special Edition Wireless Controller"
Microsoft unveils the Nocturnal Vapor special edition controller, the latest addition to its Vapor line-up, featuring a swirly green and slightly darker green design inspired by nature at night. Priced at £64.99/$69.99 USD, the controller promises up to 40 hours of battery life and is compatible with Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, iOS, and Android, available for pre-order now and launching on April 9th.