Rockstar apologizes to fans after releasing GTA Trilogy Remaster in a broken state

Fans are furious over Rockstar after the release of the official “Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition” on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. The game was released as a broken mess with many technical issues essentially degrading the gameplay to a great extent. The game includes the remastered version of GTA III, GTA: Vice City and GTA San Andreas.

In the latest statement, Rockstar apologized for the broken state of their latest games and acknowledged that the new game does not meet the studio’s world-famous standards. The studio is promising to release an extensive update really soon to fix all the major bugs currently plaguing the three remastered GTA titles.

Rockstar Apologizes For GTA Trilogy Remaster

Prior to the release of GTA Trilogy Remaster Definitive Edition Rockstar removed the original classic GTA titles from its online stores. After criticism from many loyal fans and a disastrous game release, Rockstar admits their short-sighted move and now plans to make the original titles available online once more.  

Furthermore, anyone who buys the latest GTA: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition will also get the classic titles absolutely free, which I personally agree is a redemptive step albeit the first one on a long road to recovery. Earlier this year, a number of high profile executives who worked on the GTA series left the studio sparking the rumour of an impending downfall. 

If you’re thinking of buying the latest GTA Trilogy remaster, my personal suggestion would be to wait for the official patch to fix the major bugs before investing your hard-earned money. 

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Hideo Kojima is finally looking at diversifying into films and TV shows

As if making critically acclaimed and financially profitable games was not enough, Hideo Kojima is now looking at jumping headfirst into the world of TV and film. His company, Kojima Productions is now creating a special division that will focus on TV shows, music and films. Kojima has been a true auteur in the world of gaming, delivering hits such as the Metal Gear Series, P.T and Death Stranding. His games have always been rather unique and always give the player something to think about. Who knows how this new venture will fare, but one thing we do know is that whatever Kojimal comes up with, it will definitely be interesting. 

#KojimaProductions are proud to announce that a new business division will be opening in California, USA. This will explore opportunities beyond game development into film, television and other forms of entertainment. Read more: https://t.co/fWUGl1OwPw pic.twitter.com/8dcl7STIQL

— KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS (Eng) (@KojiPro2015_EN) November 22, 2021

The announcement was made on Twitter on Monday. The company has said that it will be opening a new business division that is based in Los Angeles. The main aim, as of now, seems to be bringing the creations of Kojima to a live-action setting. In a statement to the media, Riley Russell stated, “ The team has as its charter, the goal of expanding the reach and awareness of the properties now under development at Kojima Productions, and to make them, even more, a part of our popular culture. Although we are a global organization, the new business development team will be centred in Los Angeles, CA. We are truly excited and looking forward to working with the very best entertainment talent we can, across all of the entertainment industries.”

Kojima is no stranger to the world of Hollywood and filmmaking as he’s been involved with everyone from Guillermo Del Toro to Mads Mikkelsen. So, it’s not like he’s walking into a completely unknown industry. As for what the studio will be working on first, there is no word on that as yet, but we do know that there is a Metal Gear Solid live-action film in the pipeline. What do you guys think of Kojima’s newest venture?

Also Read: Death Stranding Review: Kojima Delivers A Mind-Bending Story And Gameplay That Succeeds MGS V

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El Salvador plans worlds first Bitcoin city, to be powered by a Volcano and funded by Bitcoin bonds

Bitcoin fever is picking up, as El Salvador has announced plans to build the world's first "Bitcoin City". Interestingly, this city will also be funded initially by bitcoin-backed bonds. The announcement was made by the country's President, Nayib Bukele, at an event to promote cryptocurrencies in El Salvador, reports Reuters. 

As per the report, the city is planned in the eastern region of La Union and would be powered by geothermal energy from a nearby volcano. Speaking to the media, he said: "Invest here and make all the money you want... This is a fully ecological city that works and is energized by a volcano." 

The world's first Bitcoin city!

Further, he announced that the city will also not see any taxes, except for value-added tax (VAT) and the estimated cost of the public infrastructure of the city has been announced to be around 300,000 bitcoins. Bukele has claimed the city will be like those built by Alexander the Great, with the Bitcoin City designed to be circular in shape and feature an airport, residential and commercial areas, along with a central plaza designed to look like a bitcoin symbol from the air.

All of this will be funded by the VAT collected in the city, as the VAT would be used to build the city and also keep it functioning. This is because half of the VAT collected would be used to fund the bonds issued to build the city, while the other half would be used to pay for services such as garbage collection. 

Interestingly, this is not the first time the country is putting its weight behind Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Earlier in September, El Salvador became the first country in the world to adopt bitcoin as legal tender.

Also Read: 10 basic crypto terms that all investors should know

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Winamp is set to whip the llama once again

Winamp holds a special place in the hearts of anyone who grew up listening to music in the late 90s and early 2000s. However, as years rolled by and as compact and portable music players became more prevalent, the media players died a slow death. However, it looks like Winamp is all set to make a return in a new avatar. What that will be exactly, is not yet known.

In it’s official website, the company notes, “Something big is happening. We’re building Winamp for the next-generation. Not just updated, but totally remastered. The new Winamp connects you to your music wherever you are. It brings you closer to the artists you love. It’s home to your favourite music podcasts and radio stations.”

New Winamp: What to expect

From the sounds of it, the new Winamp might just be a platform rather than a standalone music player. This speculation stems from the fact that the company is talking about connecting with artists and listening to podcasts and radio stations. Possibly something similar to Spotify or Apple Music. 

The company is also inviting solo performers, bands or labels to become a part of the new Winamp. Those who partner will get a chance to release their music to Winamp’s audience. 

Those interested in checking out the new Winamp are invited to sign up to be in line for the beta. Those who sign up will get the chance to check out what the new Winamp is all about. 

Of course, the bigger question is, will it still “whoop the llama’s ass?” Well, only time will tell if it will manage to complete with the established players.

Also read: Winamp to shut down, llamas all over the world rejoice

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Qualcomm and Microsofts exclusivity deal set to expire soon: Heres what it means for Windows on ARM

Qualcomm and Microsoft allegedly have a secret exclusivity deal that is set to expire soon, as per a report by XDA Developers. Qualcomm has long enjoyed this exclusive deal where it has collaborated with Microsoft and ensured it remains the sole company to offer its ARM chips for native Windows support. With the deal set to expire soon, the Windows on ARM space might just be ripe for more players with companies like MediaTek, Samsung.

Qualcomm has many chips like Snapdragon 8cx gen 2 5G Compute, 8c Compute, 7c Gen 2 Compute platforms that support Windows 10 and 11 but so far there has been very little adoption which could be due to this exclusivity deal. Interestingly, the report also cites the exclusivity deal as the reason why Apple M1 series Macs are not supported to run Windows 11. However, that could change as the playing field is opened up to more ARM chipmakers.

Windows on ARM was released in 2016 succeeding Windows RT and allowing it to emulate x86 apps. Qualcomm and Microsoft also recently worked on the Microsoft SQ1 which powers the Surface Pro X but if the Qualcomm exclusivity is ending, we could have chipmakers like MediaTek enter the Windows on ARM space.

In all of this, a silver lining for M1 Mac users is that it may soon offer support for Windows 11 natively which would bring down the hassle of using Parallels Desktop and going through a complicated process.

The XDA report does not mention when the exclusivity deal between Qualcomm and Microsoft is ending and cites people familiar with the matter stating “the deal is set to expire soon”.

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Twitter is officially experimenting with shopping features in its livestreams

Twitter stepped into the world of ecommerce earlier this year, and is strengthening the vertical by experimenting with shopping features during live streams. This new feature will let users watch a live broadcast and shop their favourite products online at the same time. According to the brand, the first live stream with shopping features is scheduled for 28th November, and will show Walmart hosting a cyber-week themed event along with Jason Derulo.

“Livestreaming on Twitter gives businesses the power to engage with their most influential fans, and adding the ability to shop into this experience is a natural extension to attracting and engaging with receptive audiences,” Twitter said of the feature.

What else is Twitter planning for this feature?

In order to make the shopping experience easier and presumably more seamless, Twitter is also experimenting with a Shopping Manager feature that is designed to help with the onboarding experience. The company is also expanding the availability of the Shop Module to ensure it can be used by brands and clients soon. Twitter announced in July that this feature allows users to create a carousel type image board that lets them highlight certain products. 

Most social media platforms have embraced e-commerce verticals and Twitter, when compared to the rest, has been a little slow to do the same. It will be interesting to see how the livestream shopping feature pans out. 

How can you shop on Twitter?

Twitter has not confirmed anything else about this feature, apart from the fact that it will be previewing it on November 28th. While the shopping experience will be open to those in the United States, there’s no news on when the functionality will be made available at a global level. 

Also Read: Now everyone can create Spaces on Twitter

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Microsoft Edge users can now use Plug-In free Skype

Microsoft has launched a preview of plug-in free Skype calls for Microsoft Edge users. What this means is that users will not have to download Skype or any associated plug-ins in order to use the video calling platform. This functionality will be available on Skype for Web, Outlook.com, Office Online, and OneDrive. According to a spokesperson from Microsoft, this preview is a part of a gradual rollout, and all users should have access to this functionality by April 2022.

Why has this preview been made possible?

Microsoft Edge gained support for Object Real-Time Communications (ORTCs) only last year, which is why this functionality has just been added. In fact, Microsoft has been planning to bring voice and video call support to its browsers since 2014, but hasn’t been able to do so as it only was able to support ORTCs last year. Interestingly, had this been done on time, the functionality would have been made available on Internet Explorer and we probably would have seen the browser make a comeback. 

Since this is a preview, it is safe to assume that the brand still wants to test out the feature and get rid of any functionality issues before initiating a global launch. Microsoft has also stated that it is open to bringing the functionality to other browsers, but is waiting until Google Chrome and Mozilla FireFox receive the H.264 video codec. 

How to use Skype Plug-in

“To keep it simple: if you’re calling from Microsoft Edge, ask the person you’re calling to upgrade to the latest version of Skype for Windows or Mac, or to use Skype for Web on Microsoft Edge” says Microsoft when asked about the functionality being available to use. Once the feature sees a larger rollout, it should be easier to use. 

Also Read: Microsoft announces Surface Laptop SE for students and Windows 11 SE

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