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Gamergate Event Evacuated After Bomb Threat

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A Gamergate event in Miami was evacuated on Sunday after organisers received multiple bomb threats. The event was being held by the Society of Professional Journalists and the threats occurred during a panel that presented the “pro” side of Gamergate. It took multiple threats to get the events attendees to evacuate. Organiser and moderator Michael Koretzky said they received a total of six bomb threats.

The first threat occurred around 1.15pm but attendees decided to stay at the event. Eventually, more specific threats were phoned in to both The Miami Herald (a prominent local newspaper) and the Miami police. Those threats stated a bomb would go off at 2.45pm. At that point, the event was properly evacuated, but the panel discussion continued outside. The area was deemed safe again around 4.45pm, more than two hours after the evacuation.

Nobody has taken credit for the bomb threats. Most agree that the threats could have come from anybody on either side of the Gamergate debate, or it could have just come from bored trolls. For an issue that has given rise to such a large volume of vitriolic online harassment, these threats could have come from anywhere.

Gamergate started more than a year ago as a supposed movement against unethical video game journalism. However, the movement was quickly associated with all manner of hateful behaviour. Several prominent women in the games industry and game journalism were harassed and some were even forced to leave their homes. It was quite confusing and most people stopping following events relating to the movement after a few months (it got rather depressing to watch). Apparently, the friction left over from the movement hasn’t faded yet.

The event in Miami apparently didn’t have any people representing the “anti” side of Gamergate because they declined to attend.

Both panels can be seen in full on SPJ AirPlay’s Youtube channel.

Rhiannon likes video games and she likes writing, so she decided to combine them. As well as writing about video games, she also belts out the occasional science fiction or fantasy story, edits videos, and eats strawberry oreos. In that order.

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.

The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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