The third week of March was an eclectic one for gaming news. We’re still hyped for Unicorn Overlord, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and the upcoming samurai adventure Rise of the Ronin. But we’re a little less enthusiastic about the new Star Wars remasters. These are the flaming hot takes you need to know for this
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The newly-released Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the second chapter in the modern retelling of the 1997 classic Final Fantasy VII, expanding the middle chunk of the original game into a new 80+ hour experience. Rebirth is a triumph and a joyful modernization that thoughtfully reimagines the original and sets the curve for video game
/ Plus, in this week’s Installer: how the Apple Car failed, a great Cold War doc, an AI texting app, and much more. By David Pierce, editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer tech. Previously, at Protocol, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired. Share this story If you buy something
Apple released iOS 17.4 on March 5, and the update brought new features and bug fixes to your iPhone, like new emoji for everyone and the ability for people in the EU to download other app stores. But it also gives you more control over the security of your iPhone with more Stolen Device Protection
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If you’re a coffee lover, it’s your lucky day. Lavazza is having a fantastic St. Patrick’s Day sale this weekend. If you shop now, you can save 17% off your purchase. Plus, get a free sample of Qualita Oro when you spend more than $50. It doesn’t matter how you like to prepare your coffee,
We get it, you’re probably very into Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Unicorn Overlord this week. So are we. And if you’re stuck on a tricky boss fight, unsure of who to take out on a date, or want to finish that capture quest, we’ve got you covered. Advertisement We’ve got guides on the games
Gaming culture is vast and multifaceted, stretching beyond the realm of digital play itself and into areas like online streaming, fast food merchandise and, of course, ill-advised celebrity clothing lines. This week’s news was something of a sampler platter. Sure, we covered big gaming announcements like everything Nintendo had to share about Mario on his
Apple released iOS 17.4 on March 5, and the update brought a handful of bug fixes and new features, like new emoji and more Stolen Device Protection options, to your iPhone. One of the latest features can be helpful for many people as it allows Siri to read texts back to you in languages other
Some of these services don’t offer as much customer support as the best services, don’t offer as many security features or lack an uptime guarantee. You still might find a service that works for you. GreenGeeks GreenGeeks is a green energy web hosting provider, and it makes a 300% green energy match for each hosting
Recently, Valve published a list of the top 100 most-played Steam Deck games over the last 12 months. Digging into this much data is fun, and the full list is both a snapshot of recent trends and a reminder that old favorites are some of the most popular options on Valve’s portable PC. The Top
The PS5 Pro rumor mill is turning once again. While some analysts believe Sony’s PlayStation refresh will launch sometime this year, likely before GTA 6 comes out, we still don’t know too much about the console. Now, a new leak suggests the improved PS5 will not only have more teraflops than the Xbox Series X,
Epic RPG Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has a lot of fighting. Like a lot. Naturally, you’ll want to up your damage output, cast buffs and debuffs to get through these fights, but healing materia is one of the most essential orbs you can snag and slap into your weapon or armor. Three Things We Learned
Stardew Valley’s developer Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone has fired off his latest patch note for the game’s upcoming 1.6 update, and it’s quite possibly the funniest one yet. ConcernedApe is tweeting out a single detail from the 1.6 update’s patch notes once a day until it drops for PC on March 19, and they have all
/ Google Meet’s ‘subtle’ and ‘smoothing’ effects will smooth out your complexion and lighten under-eye circles. By Emma Roth, a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Share this story Image: Google Google Meet is rolling out filters
In 2010, Microsoft shut down Xbox Live servers for the original Xbox. That meant the online components of titles like Phantasy Star Online, Star Wars: Battlefront II, and Halo 2 were completely unavailable to play. While not everybody in 2024 still has access to an original Xbox and is mourning the inability to play online
Apple’s second-gen USB-C AirPods Pro are among the best wireless earbuds you can find. It’s easy to see why they’re so popular, thanks to a slew of great features that you don’t always need an Apple device to use. But with a list price of $249, they’re definitely among the more expensive wireless earbuds available today.
iOS 17 arrived last September, and in the months following, users assessed and tested all the new features of the Apple mobile operating system. Though some features have been praised for being super helpful or fun to use, others haven’t received the same fanfare. One of the features that has iPhone users seriously split is NameDrop. Some people
Pros Bright, high-performance HDR screen Performs well for the price Cons Big, heavy brick for a 14-inch laptop Meh battery life and performance on battery Screen occasionally flickers The introduction of newer processors like Intel’s 14th-gen H series doesn’t preclude laptops with the older 13th-gen chips from being worth buying, especially as their prices drop. The
The Epic Games Store offers free games every week, with some freebies being better than others. For example, one of January’s free games was developer Eidos-Montréal’s excellent action-adventure game Guardians of the Galaxy, while February saw a couple of Fallout games go up for $0. Right now, one of the free games being offered is
It seems like there is always some great sale or bundle on Steam filled with outstanding games. The ubiquitous PC games storefront is best known for its seasonal sales that offer some of the biggest games at huge discounts. Advertisement The latest is the Steam spring sale, which has a truly jaw-dropping amount of deals
/ Expect more news about AI, Pixel, Android, and probably even more AI. By Emilia David, a reporter who covers AI. Prior to joining The Verge, she covered the intersection between technology, finance, and the economy. Share this story Google I/O 2024 will be on May 14th. Google’s next I/O developer conference will kick off
When it comes to finding the perfect gift for loved ones, there are countless ways to show your appreciation. A personalized photo gift is a unique but unforgettable way to show you care. And with Mother’s Day just around the corner, it might be time to start thinking about what your mom may like this
Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone, the developer behind the cozy farming simulator Stardew Valley, is taking a different approach to the game’s upcoming 1.6 update releasing on March 19. Most developers would probably cut together a trailer or make sure their update was included in some high-profile sizzle reel from a huge publisher. Stardew Valley is a
/ According to Google, the move should block 25 percent more phishing attempts. By Sheena Vasani, a writer covering commerce, e-readers, and tech news. She previously wrote about everything from web development to AI at Inside. Share this story Illustration: The Verge Google has added real-time browsing protection to Chrome that it claims should protect
It’s been two months since Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown came out, but developer Ubisoft Montpellier isn’t moving on from the excellent 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania yet. The studio revealed the game’s DLC roadmap for 2024 on March 13 and confirmed The Lost Crown will get three free expansions, as well as a new story
/ The Zenfone 11 Ultra is a big phone with a big battery and a big screen. Big, big, big. By Allison Johnson, a reviewer with 10 years of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously, she worked at DPReview. Share this story If you buy
It’s bigger for sure, but is that really better? By Allison Johnson, a reviewer with 10 years of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously, she worked at DPReview. The Zenfone is everyone’s favorite small-ish Android phone, except this year, it’s not: the Zenfone has gone
Before Mortal Kombat, there was Street Fighter, Capcom’s video game series that helped usher in a new era of fighting games. Now a cult favorite, Street Fighter has come a long way from its 8-bit origins to becoming a worldwide tournament event. This year’s Red Bull Kumite battle goes down in Brooklyn, New York. A
If you receive Social Security benefits, you may not be too concerned about filing your tax return this year if you aren’t generally required to. However, there may be a good reason for you to file. So far this tax season, the IRS has processed more than 53 million tax returns and refunded over $115 billion. A tax refund
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