Madden NFL 25 will release in August, and EA has published a new video and blog post showing off some of its key improvements. The big focus of this gameplay deep dive is the game's so-called "BOOM Tech," which EA is touting as a totally redesigned tackling system that focuses on physics and real-world impact to give players more control over defense.According to the blog post, BOOM Tech applies to any one-on-one tackle, which means that the game's physics system will determine "dynamic outcomes" based on factors like speed, momentum, weight, and player ratings. BOOM Tech will apply to already-existing Madden gameplay concepts and moves, like the cut stick, trucks, stiff-arms, and dive tackles.This same physics-based focus also applies to the other side of the coin: the new ball-carrier balance and recovery system. If you're hit square-on, your back or receiver will be more likely to go down, or possibly even fumble the ball, whereas they're more likely to shrug off glancing blows. In the event of a fumble, the ball-carrier's chance to recover is determined by "the position of his center mass relative to his feet and torso," as well as other factors.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

If Paramount was hoping to create some positive buzz for Transformers One before Comic-Con 2024, then the studio succeeded. On the eve of Hollywood's annual convergence on San Diego, Paramount hosted a screening of Transformers One, and the first reactions are almost universally positive. Some of the critics even suggest that this ILM-animated film is going to outshine Transformers: The Movie, the franchise's first animated flick from 1986.When a movie studio is willing screen a film two months before release they know what they have.#TransformersOne is easily one of the best Transformers movies. No debate. For some it’ll be their favorite. And I’d understand why. The film features fantastic animation by… pic.twitter.com/q0529nndlX — Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) July 24, 2024 #TransformersOne really is a miracle - the first fully animated Transformers film since 1986 is an entertaining, hilarious, emotional romp. Seeing the movie almost done reinforced how I felt at #Annecy. @CooleyUrFaceOff has made a gorgeously animated (hi @ILMVFX) thrill ride. 🤖 pic.twitter.com/P00zuvrp7l — Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored) July 24, 2024 Wow. #TransformersOne is FREAKING AWESOME. Totally honors the legacy of the franchise while also expanding and elevating it. A powerful story of friendship gone wrong with Easter Eggs galore.This Transformers fan is very very happy. pic.twitter.com/z4QwfvV2fA — Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) July 24, 2024 Got another winner for you — #TransformersOne. Big fan of the animation style used for this one. Great balance of CG vibrancy with texture and detail. I especially kept getting hooked on shots of the characters aboveground with those stunning landscape backgrounds.As far as the… pic.twitter.com/ypf3DitDgl — Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) July 24, 2024 Got to see the new animated @transformers film and it exceeded my expectations. It hits those comedic and emotional beats with these characters. Animation and action blew me away. You can tell this was handled with a labor of love for fans of the franchise. #TransformersOne pic.twitter.com/UgqjCMX9c7 — DesiNerd (@MufsinM) July 24, 2024 #TransformersOne more like Transformers 10…outta 10 it’s really good pic.twitter.com/PWpdEuzGi3 — Jobby (@JobbytheHong) July 24, 2024 Color me shocked, but TRANSFORMERS ONE is excellent. Gorgeously rendered and packed with heart, humor, and sincerity. A reimagining by people who actually care about their characters and story. Don't let the trailer fool you, this movie absolutely RULES #TransformersOne pic.twitter.com/8ouQRWa7I3 — All Pie is Good Pie 🔜 TIFF 2024 (@Drokcomedy) July 24, 2024 Some of the reactions note that the trailer for Transformers One did not adequately convey the real tone of the film. That preview played like a buddy-action comedy with Optimus Prime and Megatron in the leading roles. Apparently the film will take a deeper dive into what ruined their friendship while delivering real emotional stakes.Going to be now but before I do, here’s my non-spoiler free reaction to #TransformersOne:Not only the best #Transformers movie ever, but also the best animated movie of 2024 so far.The trailer’s not a reflection of what the film truly isSee it in @IMAX 3D or @DolbyCinema 3D pic.twitter.com/o1PY2sbXpA — Frog Eater (@FrogEater14) July 24, 2024 No lie #transformersone may be one of the best transformers movie. I couldn’t believe how well they handled the characters pic.twitter.com/R4Qh3mKcbM — Conor (@Conorville08) July 24, 2024 Another common refrain in the reactions is that Paramount appears to be very confident in this movie by previewing it in its entirety just under two months away from its theatrical release. The film also sounds like it's designed to appeal to both classic and modern fans of the franchise.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Overwatch 2's first-ever Mythic Weapon skin is finally here. The Bound Demon Reinhardt Mythic Weapon skin was added to Overwatch 2's in-game Mythic Shop this week, and is the first of its kind.Designed to evolve visually as players compete in matches, the Bound Demon skin features dynamic reactions to the player's in-game behavior. The skin's visuals change with each swing and charge, similar to the way Apex Legends' reactive weapon skins function (though Reinhardt's Mythic Weapon itself is much closer to Apex's Heirloom Weapons).The Bound Demon skin has three levels of visual effects that can be unlocked via Mythic Shards. These visuals include unique weapon flourishes, special animations/VFX that play when eliminating an enemy, and other reactive visual effects that reflect players' in-game actions.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Not enough people have seen Tremors--but soon, it'll be much easier to correct that. Over at Walmart, you can get all seven Tremors films in one complete package for just $49. It comes in a nice steelbook cover featuring a Graboid bursting from the ground to cause some havoc. This is a standard Blu-ray release with a digital streaming code for the movies, and it launches on August 29. See at Walmart Here's every film included in the Tremors Seven-Film collection:TremorsTremors 2: AftershocksTremors 3: Back to PerfectionTremors 4: The Legend BeginsTremors: BloodlinesTremors: A Cold Day In HellTremors: Shrieker IslandSpecial features haven't been confirmed, but if this is a new print of the previously released Tremors film collection, it has likely inherited all the extra behind-the-scenes featurettes, Tremors Top 30 Moments feature, deleted and extended scenes, cast profiles, and more.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Sony is starting to roll out a new beta update for the PS5, which includes new features such as personalized 3D audio profiles, adaptive controller charging, and the ability to restrict individual Remote Play access.Those who own the Pulse Elite wireless headset or the Pulse Explore wireless earbuds will be able to run sound-quality tests to create their own audio profile. Personalized 3D audio profiles could have many benefits, such as potentially helping players better sense the positions of characters in a game.The beta will also now let players limit which users have access to the console's Remote Play feature. For example, if someone comes over and signs on to your PS5 with their account, you can change who can continue to have access to your console using Remote Play when they leave.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Looking to create "the best and safest place to stream," Twitch has clarified it sexual harassment policy as well as added AutoMod functionality to block problematic messages before they even appear in chats. It's all part of an enhanced effort to fight back against abuse on the platform.On a blog post, Twitch shared a new definition for sexual harassment on the platform to provide "clear boundaries around what behaviors are and aren't allowed." The full explanation is below:"We define sexual harassment to encompass non-physical behaviors of a sexual nature that cause users to feel uncomfortable, degraded, unsafe, or discouraged from participation. We prohibit unwanted comments--including comments made using emojis/emotes--regarding someone's appearance or body, sexual requests or advances, sexual objectification, and negative statements or attacks related to a person's perceived sexual behaviors or activities, regardless of their gender. We also do not tolerate the recording or sharing of non-consensual intimate images or videos under any circumstances, and may report such content to law enforcement."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Wind River hit theaters in 2017, but the crime flick is getting new life with the launch of a steelbook edition later this year. Preorders for the Wind River 4K UHD Steelbook are now open ahead of its September 10 release. The film was a hit when it first debuted--and since its writer, Taylor Sheridan, later went on to create the popular Yellowstone series, we're expecting to see renewed interest in Wind River when this arrives in September. Wind River 4K UHD Steelbook $35 The Wind River 4K Steelbook includes 4K, Blu-ray, and digital copies of the film, along with heaps of deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes content. If you're a collector, the stylish steelbook might be the biggest draw, as it gets you an eerie depiction of Wyoming's Wind River. The film also supports Dolby Atmos for enhanced audio. Preorder at Walmart Keep in mind that this steelbook is exclusive to Walmart, and there's a good chance it'll sell out fast. So if you're interested in adding it to your collection, it's best to preorder a copy soon.Wind River follows a game tracker (Jeremy Renner) and rookie FBI agent (Elizabeth Olsen) as they attempt to solve the murder of a Native American girl who is found on federal land deep in the Wyoming wilderness. The autopsy reveals suspicious wounds on the body, yet the medical examiner won't call the death a homicide.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Bad Boys: Ride or Die--the fourth movie in the nearly-30-year-old buddy-action series starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence--is still playing in movie theaters, but you can already preorder the Blu-ray release at Amazon. Preorder Bad Boys: Ride or Die Steelbook edition Details about the release are still sparse--the release date has not been revealed, nor any details about special features, but we at least know set includes both 4K and standard Blu-ray versions of the film, as well as a Movies Anywhere digital copy, and comes in a limited-edition steelbook case.If you don't want the steelbook edition or are looking for a non-4K option, you can also preorder Bad Boys: Ride or Die on standard Blu-ray and DVD.The 4K version is listed for $35, which is cheaper than the Blu-ray and DVD releases. Obviously, that probably means prices will change once we get nearer to the release date. The good news is that when you preorder something on Amazon, you're only charged the lowest price between when the item is ordered and when it releases. So, if the price comes down on any of these versions, your preorder price will be automatically adjusted to the lowest price. Preorder 4K Steelbook edition at Amazon Preorder Blu-ray edition at Amazon Preorder DVD edition at Amazon When their late boss Captain Howard (Joe Pantoliano) is linked with drug cartels, Miami police detective Mike Lowery and Marcus Burnett (Will Smith and Martin Lawrence) have to protect the captain's legacy. And that's going to require a lot of fast driving and shooting guns, and maybe even a little help from Mike's secret adult son Armando--who's looking for redemption since he just so happens to be the one who murdered the captain in the last movie. It's directed once again by Adil El Arbi and Billal Fallah, who also handled the delightful Bad Boys for Life.More Gaming, Tech, and Entertainment Deals & Preorders Seagate 8TB Starfield Game Drive Restocked At Best Buy, Discounted To Only $150 Best Buy's Great Summer Sale: Huge Discounts On Games, Laptops, Action Figures, And More Super Mario Bros. Wonder Is Only $44 At Amazon, But Probably Not For Long + Show More More Gaming, Tech, and Entertainment Deals & Preorders Links (3) Get A Free Year Of Netflix Premium When You Sign Up For Peacock Through Verizon Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree Strategy Guide Preorders Steeply Discounted At Amazon Studio Ghibli's The Boy And The Heron 4K Limited Edition Restocked And Discounted At Amazon Info from Gamespot.com

If you find yourself traveling with a bundle of electronics, consider picking up the Anker 735 Charger to keep them all juiced up. The popular three-port charger is ideal for everything from iPhones to Steam Deck, making it a versatile companion for all your adventures. Now is an especially good time to check it out, as a limited-time deal at Amazon lets you snag it for just $30 (down from $56). Anker 735 Charger (3-Port) $30 (was $56) While the Anker 735 Charger might be best for travelers (thanks to its compact, folding design), it's still a great choice for a home office or nightstand, allowing you to charge multiple gadgets without clogging up all your electrical outlets. Connecting a single device will get you a 65W max charge, while adding additional devices will disperse the charge accordingly. The Anker charger is equipped with two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, giving you the option to charge your smartphone, earbuds, and laptop all in one place. See at Amazon Best of all, the Anker 735 Charger comes with an 18-month warranty to ensure it works as intended. This deal matches the lowest price ever for the charger, making this the best time to add it to your travel bag or home office.If you're not sold on the Anker 735, there are a few other great charging bricks for you to consider. The Anker 100W Charger is a good option if you need a bit more juice, and it's an easy recommendation now that it's just $50 (down from $75). And for folks with lots of electronics, you can pick up the Anker 60W 6-Port Charger for $20 (down from $30).Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The use of AI in video game development has become a hot-button issue in recent months, especially at the very top of the industry. Now, a wide-ranging report claims that Call of Duty publisher Activision sold cosmetics that were partially made with AI.The piece, which comes via Wired, describes a climate of fear and anxiety surrounding the use of AI in the gaming industry, especially for 2D artists. It opens with a quote from an alleged email from former Activision chief technology officer Michael Vance, stating that artificial intelligence was "top of mind" for the publisher, and that the systems "hold a ton of promise."An internal memo cited later in the piece apparently approved the use of generative AI tools like GPT-3.5 to create concept art and marketing materials. A cosmetic created by AI was then reportedly released Modern Warfare 3 through the in-game store. The Wired report links to the Yokai's Wrath bundle, which includes a skin, loading screen, sticker, and more, though it's unclear exactly what was generated by AI. Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Ahead of its release on August 9, a Comic-Con trailer for Borderlands has dropped from orbit and is full of brand-new footage. This glimpse at the film also shows off several Easter eggs, and Borderlands fans can check it out below to catch glimpses of Pandora's hostile wildlife, fancy Atlas guns, and a quick cameo by Mushy Snugglebites near the end. Directed by Eli Roth, Borderlands is a live-action adaptation of the video game franchise of the same name. This won't be a direct adaptation, as Roth's film remixes characters and elements from the game to tell a unique story, with Tiny Tina being central to the story.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Art the Clown has never been afraid to paint the town red in the first two Terrifier films, but he's taking things to the next level in Terrifier 3. This time, Art is playing Santa Claus for the people of Miles County, and his idea of holiday cheer involves murder, mayhem, and making blood angels in the new trailer. On some level, Art is a showman, and dressing up as Santa is his way of adding some holiday flare to his murder spree. The trailer also features the return of Vicky Heyes, Art's victim from the first film who may now be his partner in crime. Vicky survived her initial encounter with Art after he disfigured her, and she went insane before she apparently played a role in his rebirth at the end of Terrifier 2. Hopefully the new film will explain their bizarre connection.The only one who is equipped to fight these killers is Sienna Shaw, the young woman whom Art killed in Terrifier 2. Sienna was resurrected and given the chance to defeat Art once before. She'll have another chance in Terrifier 3, if she can withstand the combined might of Art and Vicky.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Harley Quinn may not be the only iconic Batman villain joining the Clown Prince of Crime in Joker: Folie à Deux. Closed captioning for the upcoming DC film points to Harvey Dent, also known as Two-Face, appearing in the sequel, as well.On X, DiscussingFilm shared an image of Dent's name showing up in the closed captioning for Joker 2's official trailer. This option has now been disabled on YouTube, so it seems Warner Bros. is attempting to keep this under wraps for now. Early on in the video, Dent apparently says: "They believe Arthur Fleck to be some kind of martyr. Well, he's not. He's a monster."Harvey Dent will appear in ‘JOKER 2’, according to the trailer’s closed captions. pic.twitter.com/U62A7Fma5r — DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) July 23, 2024 The new Joker 2 trailer promises a mad-love musical and highlights that Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix) is being put on trial. So it's possible that Dent could be the district attorney looking to lock him up. Additionally, in 2022, Joker 2 added Harry Lawtey to the cast in reportedly a notable role. No other details on Lawtey's character were shared at the time.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

If you find it uncomfortable to play Switch in handheld mode with the standard Joy-Con, it might be time to upgrade your setup. There are plenty of great options to choose from, but right now few are as enticing as the NexiGo Hall Effect Gripcon. Amazon is currently discounting the handheld grip to its lowest price ever, giving you a chance to score the gadget for just $42 (down from $70). See at Amazon The big selling point of the NexiGo Gripcon is its Hall Effect sticks. These are drift-resistant components that won't succumb to the dreaded drift like the standard Joy-Con. It also features haptic-feedback motors, a six-axis gyroscope, and the ability to pick from three different joystick heights. Toss in four configurable back buttons, and this is a surprisingly well-rounded handheld controller for $42.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

One of the longest-running web series, Red vs. Blue, came to a close earlier this year with its final full-length feature, Red vs. Blue: Restoration, which is now set to launch on Blu-ray on October 8. For fans who want to own a physical edition of the movie, you can preorder the Red vs. Blue: Restoration Blu-ray for $17 (was $20) at Amazon. Preorder Red vs. Blue: Restoration $17 (was $20) Red vs. Blue: Restoration is the first Red vs. Blue content since Red vs. Blue: Zero (which comprises seasons 18 and 19 of the show) premiered in late 2020. The film serves as season 20 of the series and offers an "alternate universe" ending that follows up the original 13 "main series" seasons.For those who don't know, Red vs. Blue is a long-running machinima fan-series set in the Halo universe and largely uses in-game footage from various Halo games. The series starts as a humorous, in-universe spoof on Halo multiplayer and evolves into a sci-fi epic with long-running story arcs and surprisingly moving character moments. It was the first video series created by the now-shuttered Rooster Teeth. Preorder at Amazon If you don't want to wait for the Red vs. Blue: Restoration Blu-ray release, you can buy or rent the digital version on Prime Video. And if you haven't caught up on all the previous seasons--which stretch all the way back to the original episodes from 2003--you can also stream the entire Red vs. Blue series leading up to Restoration on Prime Video.Obviously, Red vs. Blue owes its existence to the Halo franchise. While the official Halo TV series was recently cancelled (though there's a chance it may continue), season two is now available on Blu-ray, including a limited-edition 4K steelbook edition. Fans can grab it for $38.41 (was $60) at Amazon, along with various other Halo TV series Blu-rays.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com