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Back in 2019, experimental game developer and actual university professor Pippin Barr released a browser game consisting of eight, very silly variations on chess - a flagrant assault on the dignity of a strategy experience whose roots go back a thousand years, which Barr justified as an effort to "allow non-players of chess to get a kick out of the game".

For those of you who stick by your guns and only go for Native Linux games - here's some gems that you should be looking to pick up

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the latest leaks and rumors surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Tata Electronics, one of Apple's manufacturing partners in India, was hit by a ransomware attack that resulted in more than 200,000 internal files being posted online, including component lists, supplier data, and images of ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ test units. The material was obtained illegally, and MacRumors has not seen the ...

And how to beat it.

Director Simon McQuoid explains why certain character's died in Mortal Kombat 2, saying that he wanted to surprise audiences.

Last week, we asked you to share sparks and fireworks using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: ​​ call_me_xavii shares Sam taking in spinning fireworks in Death Stranding 2: On The Beach JAA_PhMode_0510 shares some use of spark bokeh in Cyberpunk 2077 Couch_Gamer2k23 shares Arjun dodging blue orbs and sparks in Saros RhodWulfLeon shares...

The latest week-long speedrunning marathon starts on July 5.

Capcom announced that the action-adventure game Onimusha: Way of the Sword is now coming earlier, with September 4th marked for release

Razer's Shure MV7+ competitor has the odd quirk, but it's a good effort regardless.

The Apple Watch Series 12 could ship with a new health sensor built directly into one of its bands, according to a sketchy rumor from a known leaker. The leaker known as "Kosutami" says the sensor will be injection-molded into a silicone band, and only a silicone band, apparently because Apple has not yet solved how to embed similar hardware in bands made from other materials. No detail was given on what the sensor is actually meant to measure. [Censo-Wat]ch Series 12 gonna have a sensor on band...

Time to bust out the CD drive.

A(dam) smash(er) hit. When the Switch 2 released over a year back (gulp!), one of the most high-profile launch titles was Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition. Containing both the base game and the expansion story Phantom Liberty, it's a comprehensive package that looks and runs like a dream, making it an easy recommendation for Switch 2 owners. In fact, those on Switch 2 arguably got the best deal, since nearly five years prior, the game's reputation was in the gutter thanks to a disastrous launch ...

A new version of the Might and Magic II game engine fheroes2 has arrives - version 1.1.17 brings multiple major improvements

The second iOS 27 developer beta seemingly hints at a new Apple product, according to code uncovered by app designer and developer Sam Henri Gold. The code mentions a product codenamed B790 that can relay "two images from cameras on either side of user's head." Gold speculated that the code could be referring to Apple's rumored smart glasses, but another possibility is AirPods with cameras, which are reportedly further along in development. AirPods Pro 3 were codenamed B788. Apple is rumored to ...

Apple's software engineers recently began testing iOS 27.4, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Fun fact: Apple tests the "fall" (iOS 27.0) and "spring" (iOS 27.4) software releases concurrently.Related Roundups: iOS 27, iPadOS 27This article, "Apple Already Testing iOS 27.4" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

A RAM upgrade? In this memory economy?!

Redeem the three Honkai: Star Rail version 4.4 livestream codes using the easy links in our guide for free Stellar Jade.

The Steam Summer Sale features savings on a handful of 2026's must-play video games, including MIO: Memories in Orbit.

Rulings coming home to roost.

Fortunately, the Arrow Lake Refresh chips are still worth the extra money.

Slay the Spire 2 has received a bunch of potent new cards specifically for co-operative multiplayer. They span all five of the game's classes, from the aloof and stargazing Regent to the venomous and underhand Silent (Silent! My beloved, etc). The update in question is out now via the roguelite deckbuilder's Steam beta branch, and comprises of a new colourless card, two new Regent cards, and three cards apiece for the other four classes. A few other cards have been reworked. All told, it's a gre...

Virtually every single Commander deck in existence benefits from Sol Ring, one of the most overpowered, totally busted cards in all of Magic history.

Dinky dock. As a means to play your Switch 2 games on the TV, Nintendo’s official dock is perfectly fine. But when it comes to portability, it’s definitely a bit lacking. Though not massive, it’s going to take up substantial space in your backpack or suitcase if you want to bring the full-fat Switch 2 experience with you on the go. So that’s where Gulikit’s new Portable Dock comes into play. It’s the latest in a line of third-party docks for Switch 2 that looks to provide a more space-saving opt...

Mobile gaming giant Scopely has made a "strategic investment" into Studio Auknow, a new company formed by the former director of Umamusame: Pretty Derby.

"Maybe people won't like it. That's life," says Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director and Sandfall Interactive founder, Guillaume Broche, when asked about the studio's yet-to-be-revealed sophomore game - its second game. "We didn't make the first game to please anyone, and I think that's why it worked."

This week's best deals include ongoing all-time low prices on AirTag 2, plus great discounts on the previous-generation M3 iPad Air, for anyone who wants to avoid price hikes on the M4 models. We're also tracking Fourth of July savings from popular accessory makers this weekend. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Fourth of July Deals It's Fourth of Jul...

After Spielberg's Disclosure Day didn't do so hot at the box office, the director is looking to new and unexpected sources for his next blockbuster.

Drift tap is a skill in Forza Horizon 6. Here's how to drift tap, so you can complete the Bouncing off the Walls challenge.

There was only one person Polygon wanted to hear deliver a truly spicy Game of Thrones take for Polygon's Spicy Takes Cookout

Lara cutbacks. Rise of the Tomb Raider was a welcome port for the Switch 2, and one that seems to hold up pretty well on Nintendo's console. It earned a solid 8/10 from us, at least, in which we described it as a game that serves "as a strong example of the vision of the platform offering full-fat home console gaming on the go". Developer Aspyr did, however, try its best to get the game running at 60fps on Switch 2 following fan feedback from Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition. In speaking with Nin...

Apple will release iOS 27 in September, and despite the company's focus this year on refining its flagship operating system and nixing bugs, there are still many additional features on the way, not least of which is Apple's new context-aware Siri, re-tooled for the generative AI era. This year's major iPhone software update isn't all about AI, though, as the following feature list testifies. iOS 27 remains in developer beta, while a public beta is expected to arrive this month. Extend Your Photo...

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In June, creepy, empty spaces took over the charts as Escape the Backrooms topped the charts in both the US and EU, while other backroom-themed games appeared in the PS VR2 rankings. Check out the full listings below....

Disappointing for the owner, but hopefully another software update can fix it.

The name of the mission they made up turned out to be a little too close to reality.

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