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Gabe Newell's Son, Gray Newell, Set to Race in 24 Hours of Le Mans
The son of Valve's co-founder joins the prestigious endurance race as part of the Heart of Racing team.
Apple's AI Interface Illuminates UI Debate
While Google and Microsoft struggle with intrusive AI integrations, Apple's Siri AI orb for Vision Pro demonstrates a user-centric approach with environmental lighting.
Hideo Kojima Expresses Disinterest in AI Art
The acclaimed game director stated he does not believe AI will create art during his lifetime, despite his recent appearance in an AI-generated fashion advertisement.
Alex Goldman Finds Hollow Knight: Silksong's Difficulty a Reckoning
The Hyperfixed podcast creator and former Reply All cohost discusses his struggles with the challenging sequel, alongside enduring favorites like The Binding of Isaac and Team Fortress 2.
Players Share Experiences of Gaming Burnout and Character Creation Woes
From the struggles of D&D character building to the fleeting allure of new Steam games, gamers discuss their recent interactive experiences.
Backrooms and Exit 8 Offer Compelling, Videogame-Adjacent Horror Experiences
Two recent horror films tap into the unsettling allure of being alone in bizarre, liminal spaces.
PC Gamer Readers Divided on Video Game Movie Adaptations, Preferring Deus Ex Over Most Options
A recent poll reveals significant fatigue with video game movies, though certain franchises still hold appeal for adaptation.
Subnautica 2's Weaponless Design Challenges Open World Conquest Tropes
The game's approach to player agency and its narrative framing prompt a reevaluation of colonialist undertones in open-world game design.
Backrooms Director Cites Portal as a Major Creative Influence
Filmmaker Kane Parsons reveals Valve's puzzle-platformer deeply impacted his vision for the upcoming A24 film.