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RISCBoy is an open-source portable games console, designed from scratch
TodayLucid summary: RISCBoy is an open-source, portable game console. It was designed from scratch and is available on GitHub, with discussions on Hacker News.
Nintendo’s Talking Flower got a small price cut
TodayLucid summary: Nintendo's Talking Flower toy, inspired by Super Mario Bros. Wonder, has received a price reduction. The gadget offers positive affirmations and whimsical remarks, appealing to fans of quirky Nintendo merchandise.
A tasty RPG that will make you very hungry
TodayLucid summary: Dosa Divas, a roleplaying game, offers an epic adventure experience in a shorter package, contrasting with the typically expansive nature of the genre.
A decade later, Pokémon Go finally made good on its original promise
TodayLucid summary: A decade after its initial trailer, Pokémon Go demonstrated its collaborative gameplay potential by gathering nearly 2,000 players for a special Mewtwo battle event in Times Square.
45% of Enthusiasts 'Seriously Considering' Leaving Sony for PC
TodayLucid summary: A survey indicates 45% of gaming enthusiasts are contemplating a switch from Sony to PC. This sentiment is linked to the PS5's perceived impact on gaming.
Valve's new Steam Machine verification system is silent on these Steam Deck-busters
TodayLucid summary: Valve's new Steam Machine verification system has not rated dozens of games that are too demanding for the Steam Deck, leaving their compatibility with the new hardware unclear.
Doom’s new expansion shows just what makes id Software special
TodayLucid summary: id Software's new Doom expansion, Revelations, for Doom: The Dark Ages, revitalizes the familiar fast-paced shooter gameplay. The expansion introduces a new weapon and more levels, quickly drawing players back into the action.
Microsoft’s Xbox reset is pivoting Obsidian to make Fallout instead of Avowed
TodayLucid summary: Microsoft's Xbox reset involves Obsidian Entertainment shifting focus to a new Fallout title, canceling multiple projects including Avowed 2. This change is part of broader layoffs and investment shifts within Xbox.