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The Nintendo Switch 2 is an awesome upgrade for parents like me
The Nintendo Switch 2 is an awesome upgrade for parents like me The author initially didn’t think they needed the Nintendo Switch 2, citing its high price and lack of new games. The author has a perfectly good original Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, which keep them busy, but the Switch 2’s features are making […]
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Elden Ring Nightreign is getting even harder bosses
Elden Ring Nightreign is getting even harder bosses Elden Ring Nightreign is introducing “Everdark Sovereigns,” more difficult versions of the game’s Nightlord foes, available for a limited time. The first Everdark Sovereign is a new version of Adel, Baron of the Night (Gaping Jaw), which can be unlocked by beating the normal version of that […]
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How to build the best keyboard in the world
How to build the best keyboard in the world The concept of “endgame” refers to achieving perfection in a keyboard setup, allowing users to stop tweaking and focus on actual use. Building an endgame keyboard from scratch requires significant time, patience, creative vision, and financial resources. The Seneca, the first keyboard from Norbauer & Co., […]
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Video games teach students in this class how religion works in the modern world
Video games teach students in this class how religion works in the modern world Uncommon Courses from The Conversation U.S. highlights an unconventional approach to teaching “Religion and Gameworlds,” a course that explores how video games reflect and shape our understanding of religion in the modern world. The course uses popular video games, such as […]
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The Switch 2 gives Splatoon 3 a fantastically fresh coat of paint
The Switch 2 gives Splatoon 3 a fantastically fresh coat of paint Splatoon 3 has received an update that improves its performance on the new Nintendo Switch 2 console. The game now plays like a “slicker, sleeker, and more modern shooter” compared to its original release on the original Switch. The improvements are significant enough […]
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Nintendo Switch 2 review: exactly good enough
Nintendo Switch 2 review: exactly good enough The Nintendo Switch 2 is an upgrade that largely sticks to the formula of its predecessor, rather than introducing significant changes. The console features a larger 7.9-inch LCD panel, making it better suited for text-heavy games and providing a more immersive experience. The Switch 2 is bigger and […]
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Answering the Nintendo Switch 2’s lingering accessibility questions
Answering the Nintendo Switch 2’s lingering accessibility questions The Nintendo Switch 2’s accessibility features have been a subject of interest, with some concerns raised about their availability ahead of launch. The Switch 2’s hardware accessibility webpage provided some information on its accessibility features, but it was limited and did not reveal much until after the […]
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Dismal ticket sales, grumblings from fans and clubs – is FIFA’s latest attempt to establish a global club game doomed before it starts?
Dismal ticket sales, grumblings from fans and clubs – is FIFA’s latest attempt to establish a global club game doomed before it starts? FIFA’s World Club Cup, set to kick off on June 14, 2025, has been met with dismal ticket sales and grumblings from fans and clubs, raising questions about its viability. The competition […]
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Xbox Games Showcase 2025: all the news and trailers
Xbox Games Showcase 2025: all the news and trailers Xbox Games Showcase 2025 revealed new games and updates from Microsoft’s first-party studios and partners, including Gears of War: E-Day, Persona 4 Revival, and Final Fantasy XVI. Microsoft announced two new ROG Xbox Ally handhelds that will feature a full-screen Xbox experience, making Windows more friendly […]
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Why Kissinger would have been a Fortnite champ − and other foreign policy lessons from the gaming world
Why Kissinger would have been a Fortnite champ − and other foreign policy lessons from the gaming world Games like Fortnite, League of Legends, and Minecraft can provide valuable lessons for understanding international relations, including realpolitik, liberalism, and constructivism. Fortnite’s battle-royale mode illustrates the concept of realpolitik, where states survive based on accruing power and […]
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