Marathon delayed indefinitely after plagiarism controversy & player feedback

Since Bungie announced the reboot of its beloved Marathon series in 2023, it has experienced a turbulent journey. The studio has endured two rounds of layoffs, resulting in the loss of 220 jobs, particularly in 2024. This instability was further compounded by frequent changes in leadership. The original game director, Chris Barrett, was dismissed for misconduct and is currently engaged in a lawsuit against both Bungie and Sony.

Marathon Delayed Indefinitely

In a recent blog post, Bungie stated that they have been listening carefully to every comment and live chat on social media platforms like Twitter and Discord. They understand that the upcoming Marathon game should embody the same enthusiasm shown by the community, hence they’ve decided to postpone the initial release date of September 23rd. This decision was reached after extensive discussions among the Bungie development team, aiming to create a game that truly resonates with your passion.

ROG Xbox Ally X Impressions — Green With Envy

At the Xbox showcase near Summer Game Fest, I had a quick go at the ROG Xbox Ally X. The demonstration was mostly a visual display, with only a short time given for us to play Gears of War: Reloaded on it. Consequently, my initial impressions are a blend of hands-on feedback and grand promises, but so far I’m quite impressed by what I’ve experienced and learned about it.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Looks (And Plays) As Sharp As A Ninja Blade

Art of Vengeance” was developed by Lizardcube, known for creating stunning 2D hand-drawn games such as Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap and Streets of Rage 4. These games stand out from other 3D games or even the pixel art of Ragebound due to their unique visual style reminiscent of comic books. Sharp, inky lines and smooth animation are characteristic of these games, and “Shinobi” follows suit, adding an extra layer of excitement as it showcases these elements with the swift and adaptable abilities of the Shinobi character.

Adventure of Samsara Turns The Retro Dial Back A Few Extra Notches

The intriguing journey known as “Adventure of Samsara” boasts a rich and lengthy backstory. Initially presented on Kickstarter in 2016 under the title “Tower of Samsara”, it aimed for a relatively modest fundraising goal of $48,561. Regrettably, it fell short by more than two-thirds of this target. This setback might have signaled the end of its journey, like so many other indie games that never took flight. However, Brazilian game studio Ilex Games persistently pursued the project until they found a home with Atari. There, it underwent a transformation into a science fiction spin-off of the classic Atari 2600 title “Adventure”. Essentially, “Adventure of Samsara” is the fusion of these two worlds, according to an Atari representative who spoke with me. The game represents Ilex’s original concept, but it incorporates narrative elements from Adventure to establish its place within that universe.

‘Iron Man Loves Ironheart’: Robert Downey Jr. Surprised Dominique Thorne During An Interview, And I Can’t Get Over Her Heartfelt Reaction

Dominique Thorne and her Ironheart co-star Anthony Ramos recently appeared on Good Morning America to discuss their new series. During the interview, Robin Roberts played a pre-recorded message from Robert Downey Jr., who congratulated them warmly and jokingly expressed concern that Ramos’ character might take over his role as the main villain in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. You can watch the video of their interaction on Instagram (link below).

‘Just Say The Damn Words’: Sandra Oh Recalls Causing ‘Grief’ For Shonda Rhimes And The Writers On Grey’s Anatomy

On June 15, Sandra Oh delivered a commencement speech at Dartmouth College, emphasizing that life can offer an exceptional learning opportunity when one embraces discomfort – a lesson she learned from her time on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’, which she described as both rewarding and challenging during the past ten years of her career. (According to EW)

Bitcoin’s Plunge: The Fed’s Interest Rate Game Just Got Real! 💸😱

In a statement that could only be described as a masterclass in ambiguity, the Fed has decided to drop previous warnings about rising unemployment and inflation risks. Oh, how reassuring! They’ve declared that while economic uncertainty has “lessened,” it still looms like a dark cloud over our heads. And just to spice things up, they’ve slashed their 2025 GDP forecast to a thrilling 1.4% while simultaneously cranking up the inflation forecast to a staggering 3%. Slower growth? Yes, please! 🍽️