Games

Larian Studios, the developers of the hugely popular Baldur’s Gate 3, continues to operate as an independent studio. This is important because it means they aren’t pressured by larger companies to use AI tools like some other game developers. In a recent interview with Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier, CEO Swen Vinke explained that their goal is to shorten development timelines, aiming for a three to four-year cycle instead of the six years it previously took. While the team is experimenting with generative AI to brainstorm ideas, create initial concept art, and draft temporary text, Vinke confirmed that no AI-generated content will make it into the finished game.

On December 23th, the first 2,000 fans to bring a can of Bush’s Beans will get into the game for free. The event is being called the world’s largest bowl of baked beans and will take place at Florida Atlantic University’s Flagler Credit Union Stadium.

Amanda Reynolds is suing the IRS, arguing her golden retriever, Finnegan, should be considered a dependent. She claims Finnegan meets all the necessary requirements according to current tax rules.

Kai Cenat is a hugely popular online streamer who’s famous for his energetic gaming sessions and appearances by big names like Nicki Minaj, Kevin Hart, and John Cena.

Completing A Toxic Trail doesn’t require you to search the map, but it’s helpful, particularly if you don’t have a secure inventory space for the key you’ll receive. The key isn’t needed for any other quests, but it can unlock valuable items on the Spaceport map later on.

Spotify’s year-end summaries, called Wrapped, popularized the idea of platforms sharing users’ activity. Now, sites like YouTube and Twitch do the same, offering reviews of 2025 and showing people what they’ve watched and enjoyed.

On December 15th, during the Arena of Valor competition at the 33rd SEA Games, the Thai women’s team lost to Vietnam with a score of 0–3 in the upper bracket final.

You’ll start by going to Spaceport to find four containers hidden in the underground tunnels. These tunnels stretch across the center of the map, and there are multiple ways to get inside and move around. The easiest way in is through a collapsed area southwest of the Launch Tower – you may recognize it from the “Switching the Supply” quest.

I’m so excited! The Steam version is going to have both English and Japanese voice acting, which is awesome. And even better, there will be subtitles in English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese! I just checked out the official game website, and they’ve added a bunch of new info about the characters and gameplay systems. You should definitely go take a look!

“Oh. It’s another AAA dad-and-daughter third-person shooter. Okay.”