Do you feel like the Call of Duty franchise has gotten stale? If so, you're not the only one, as even one of the developers who worked on it feels the same way.

A premiere is a handshake and a threat, it invites the viewer in then dares them to leave. The best openings cram world building, character sparks, and a sharp hook into twenty minutes that feel shorter than a TV advert. Stumble in late, and it recaps nothing; blink and you lose the thread.

While the battle between Palworld and Nintendo is still far from over, there have been some interesting developments. Pokemon's strongest lawyers have been chipping away at the game that put Pocketpair on the map, and while the Palapagos Islands have yet to fall below the waves, the war has left them scarred.

Arc Raiders recently wrapped up an extremely popular playtest that, judging by the reaction from players and press, went over rather well. Now, the publisher behind the game has confirmed it was a resounding success. As the Escape From Tarkov challenger gears up to take on the king of extraction shooters and fend off fellow newcomers like Marathon, Nexon says that Arc Raider's second tech test "exceeded our expectations" considerably. Continue reading Arc Raiders publisher says its recent tech test "exceeded our expectations"MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best multiplayer games, Best co-op games , Best PC games

Steam Early Access has been tough onPath of Exile 2so far. While Grinding Gear Games' sequel has proved incredibly popular, plenty of the studio's changes have also been controversial. PoE 2's endgame has been under constant surveillance, as it evolves alongside the rest of the ARPG. Now, with update 0.2.0h, GGG is introducing some game-changing improvements, and they should be here very soon. Continue reading New Path of Exile 2 update vastly improves Breaches and endgame quality-of-lifeMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Path of Exile 2 builds, Path of Exile 2 classes, Path of Exile 2 quests

Discover which spirits, sips, and cocktails former first ladies liked to drink. See whether they preferred classic concoctions or contemporary cocktails.

President Jimmy Carter loved his home state of Georgia. In his later years, his favorite restaurant was a beloved hometown spot known for Southern cooking.

Google hosted its Android Show: I/O Edition on Tuesday to deliver all the Android 16 news that it won't have time to discuss next week when I/O 2025 starts. That keynote will probably contain so much Gemini and AI talk that Android will only come up in passing.Tuesdays event had three big themes: Android 16 design, Gemini AI, and security. Security is of special interest lately, as hackers and scammers are now using AI to steal personal data and money from users. Thieves steal phones to sell them, and some try to extract user data from the devices beforehand. Also, some nation-states hack mobile devices to spy on high-value targets, from politicians to journalists to activists.Google announced on Tuesday several big upgrades to Android that will keep you, your data, and your valuables safer than before. Some of these features are coming to Android 16 devices, while others will also beef up the security of older Android operating systems.Continue reading...The post 8 new Android 16 security features that will make your phone safer than ever appeared first on BGR.Today's Top Deals67 best cheap Apple deals under $100Todays deals: $99 AirPods 4, $50 TP-Link WiFi 6 router, $279 3D printer, $200 Toshiba smart TV, moreBest Fire TV Stick deals for May 2025Todays deals: $720 Apple Watch Ultra 2, $6.50 Anker fast chargers, $35 2K camera drone, Fitbit sale, more

As part of a broader app update, Airbnb on Tuesday introduced a new feature that allows travelers to book services and experiences, like getting a massage, haircut, or chef-prepared meal, or taking part in some activity. These new offerings can be added to your stay, but they can also be booked independently, Airbnb says. For []