It’s time for the first Steam Next Fest of 2023. This event on gaming’s biggest PC storefront brings independently made games to the forefront, giving players the opportunity to play hundreds of game demos to get an idea of what’s coming from outside the AAA space. The February 2023 edition of Steam Next Fest is happening right now and runs until 10 a.m. PT on February 13. Contents Meet Your Maker Afterimage Bleak Sword DX Sons of Valhalla Teslagrad 2 Trinity Fusion Tape to Tape Show 2 more items During that time, Steam users will be free to check out as many demos as they want. Still, the massive number of indie game demos available can be overwhelming and tough to sift through. Ahead of the start of this event, I had the opportunity to play through several Steam Next Fest demos early. During that time, the following seven demos stood out to me. From beautifully animated Metroidvanias to surprising genre mashups, these are Steam Next Fest … [Read more...] about 7 great Steam Next Fest demos you need to try this week | Digital Trends
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IBM’s Wimbledon-watching A.I. Is Poised To Revolutionize Sports Broadcasts | Digital Trends
Among the most lauded essays ever written about the game of tennis is David Foster Wallace’s 2006 article “ Roger Federer as Religious Experience .” Originally appearing in the New York Times, the approximately 6,000-word tribute to one of the world’s most supremely talented players reads, as its title makes clear, more like a divine celebration than a piece of sportswriting. Contents What makes a good highlight? The future of sport Wallace (and he was certainly not the first writer to do this) gushed about high-level sporting achievements as though they were more than just superb technique; as if they were, somehow, a transcendent portal to godliness. Ordinary mortals like you and I could comprehend what was happening, but only barely. In order to truly appreciate Federer’s athletic feats, we needed a member of the priesthood — a talented youth player like Wallace had been — who could make it intelligible to us. Why mention Wallace’s almost decade-and-half old … [Read more...] about IBM’s Wimbledon-watching A.I. Is Poised To Revolutionize Sports Broadcasts | Digital Trends
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake review: all-ages fun | Digital Trends
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake MSRP $40.00 Score Details DT Recommended Product “Whether you're a SpongeBob fan or just looking to get a new game for your kid, The Cosmic Shake is a solid choice.” Pros Faithful visuals Hilarious writing To-notch voice acting Approachable gameplay Cons Frame rate drips Platforming lacks precision Light on ambition SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake may not wildly innovate or push the bar forward for 3D platformers, but it confidently creates an approachable SpongeBob SquarePants platformer for players of all ages. THQ Nordic and Purple Lamp deliver precisely what you’d hope to see in a licensed 3D platformer, from its faithful presentation and voice acting to its approachable gameplay. Contents As seen on TV How tough are ya? Cosmic Shake succeeds as a follow-up to SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom , offering a hilarious experience that … [Read more...] about SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake review: all-ages fun | Digital Trends
Most likable characters in The Witcher, ranked | Digital Trends
The Witcher franchise remains a priority at Netflix. The streamer recently released a spinoff, The Witcher: Blood Origin , setting the stage for the show’s third season, which will premiere later this year. Although the show rides on the talent and likability of its trio of leads — Henry Cavill (for now, anyway) , Anya Chalotra, and Freya Allan — The Witcher also benefits from a cast of compelling and likable supporting characters. Contents 5. Vesemir 4. Ciri 3. Yennefer 2. Geralt 1. Jaskier These figures keep the show interesting and compelling, especially as it ventures further away from the source material. And while many fans disagree with Netflix’s numerous changes to Andrzej Sapkowski’s beloved novels, these characters are easy to root for and support, keeping audiences invested in the otherwise divisive story. Whether they’re stoic monster hunters-turned-reluctant father figures, powerful but misunderstood sorceresses in search of … [Read more...] about Most likable characters in The Witcher, ranked | Digital Trends
5 actors who could play Booster Gold in James Gunn’s DCU | Digital Trends
James Gunn recently announced an HBO Max series about the time-traveling superhero Booster Gold that will be part of the first chapter of his DC Universe . For those unfamiliar with this character, he is a lowly human from the 25th century who goes back to the present day with advanced technology and becomes a famous superhero. Contents Jack Quaid Neil Patrick Harris Ryan Reynolds Chris Pratt Glen Powell Described by Gunn as the “superhero story of imposter syndrome,” Booster Gold will likely take a comedic approach to bring the underrated and unconventional character to life. And the studio still has to find an actor to play this cult comic book hero. DC will need someone with enough charm and comedic chops to play everyone’s favorite golden boy, and here are a few candidates who would be perfect playing Booster Gold. Jack Quaid Jack Quaid rose to fame by playing Hughie Campbell on Amazon Prime ‘s superhero satire The Boys. While he may … [Read more...] about 5 actors who could play Booster Gold in James Gunn’s DCU | Digital Trends