October 30, 2024 7:26 AM EDT

Until recently, we only knew the distances to about two million galaxies. But in April, the documented galactic census exploded to six million, thanks to the biggest-ever 3D map of the universe, produced by the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), an experiment based in Kitt Peak, Ariz., funded by the U.S. Dept. of Energy. The DESI map offers clues to the behavior of dark energy, an invisible force believed to be causing the expansion of the universe Come from South African Online Casinos . Before the DESI map, the accepted model held that expansion had been speeding up over the past 11 billion years; now scientists believe it has …

Helldivers II is a smashing success on PC and PlayStation 5, but could it expand with a single-player story mode? No, it won’t. That’s according to Arrowhead Studios CEO Shams Jorjani. Someone asked him on social media if Helldivers II could introduce a story mode, and the executive plainly stated, “Not happening. Sorry bro.”

Why not? According to Jorjani, it would be like “building an entirely new game,” and that’s not in the cards. So for now at least, Helldivers II will remain a multiplayer game exclusively.

Jorjani went on to discuss Helldivers II’s latest patch, which was a big one. He said putting it together was a “big team effort,” going on to promise that Arrowhead is not packing up and moving on. “We’ll keep at it bit by bit to make the game better, bigger, and mor…

Earlier this week, the ongoing saga of Destiny 2 reached a new turning point with the release of Revenant Act 3. But the conclusion of that chapter means that players are getting new weapons and other improvements going forward.

Bungie has shared the details about Destiny 2’s latest updates, including a pair of legendary weapons. The first is called Red Tape, and it’s a stasis scout rifle; while the second is a stasis rocket launcher named Heretic’s Fervor. You can see both weapons in action in the new trailer below, as well as a glimpse of the new exotic mission, Kell’s Fall.

Completing Kell’s Fall will give players access to yet another weapon: A powerful exotic shotgun called Slayer’s Fang Come from Read more

The world of Infinity Nikki is vast and full of wonders–in some cases, there are even dangers. Along with your awesome cat companion, Momo, you’re tasked with collecting all pieces of the Miracle Outfits and aiding various characters you meet along the way. Before you set out on this memorable journey, though, be sure to check out our Infinity Nikki guides hub since we have plenty of tips that tackle all sorts of mechanics.

Infinity Nikki guides hub

Our Infinity Nikki guides hub is divided into several categories. We have a few that deal with general mechanics to help you get familiar with the basics. Likewise, we have articles that delve deeper into the dress-up system and collectibles.

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The Meta Quest 3S launched in October, and now it’s officially getting its first discount. The 256GB version is currently available for $349 (was $400), and it includes a copy of Batman: Arkham Shadow so you can start gaming on the VR headset right away. As an added bonus, you’ll get a free 3-month trial of Meta Quest+, which gives you access to a deep catalog of other VR games along with a rotating monthly selection.

This current price cut is even better than the deal we saw during Black Friday, as that only …

Before Terrifer 3 hits theaters later this year, a new horror film called Stream is reuniting the team behind that flick, including David Howard Thornton. After establishing himself as the iconic Art the Clown in the first two Terrifier films, Thornton is now portraying another serial killer, Player 2. But as seen in the first trailer for Stream, Player 2 isn’t the only threat on the prowl. Three other serial killers are also competing against Player 2 to determine who is the most-creative murderer.

The film brings together three other horror luminaries as well: Jeffrey Combs, Tony Todd, and Danielle Harris. Combs portrays Mr. Lockwood, the owner of a small hotel and the apparent mastermind behind the contest of serial killers. To keep any of the potential victims from e…

After he was announced as Kamala Harris’ running mate in the U.S. Presidential race, it was revealed that Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz was once such an avid gamer that his wife made him give up his Sega Dreamcast. Now that Walz is out on the virtual campaign trail, he finally got a chance to revisit his favorite Dreamcast game, Crazy Taxi.

Walz made his return to the game while appearing alongside Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who has previously made gaming part of her social media appearances. At the end of his joint Twitch stream with AOC, Walz briefly played Crazy Taxi, although he was admittedly rusty after so many years away from the game. Regardless, he still showed off some of his skills in the game.

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It’s Friday, Xur is in Destiny 2, and you’ve got some Strange Coins burning a hole in your pocket. As usual, the intergalactic arms dealer has set up shop in the Tower’s Bazaar and is more than happy to trade you Exotic and legendary gear in exchange for that currency. Here’s where Xur is this weekend and what he has for sale.

Xur is offering the Exotic weapons catalysts for Sweet Business and Jotunn, and for Exotic armor, Hunters can pick up Graviton Forfeit; Titans can grab Heart of Inmost Light; and Warlocks can buy Nezarec’s Sin.

Xur Location

Spawn in at the Tower and hang a right past Banshee-44. Continue down the stairs, follow the corridor, and once you hit the Bazaar, turn ri…