Wave Modeling Gets a Neural Boost

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A physics-informed neural network framework models viscoacoustic wave propagation by independently approximating pressure, velocity, and absorption-with the velocity and absorption networks activated only during inversion-and leverages automatic differentiation to construct a loss function, demonstrating how complex physical systems can be represented and solved through interconnected, adaptable networks.

A new framework leverages the power of physics-informed neural networks to accurately simulate and invert viscoacoustic wave propagation, even with limited data.

Atelier Ryza Original Soundtrack Trilogy vinyl release announced

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The soundtrack will be released as a 3-LP vinyl set, and pre-orders start on January 27th through Black Screen Records. While the price and tracklist haven’t been announced yet, a preview video from Koei Tecmo confirms it will be a color vinyl edition. You can watch the teaser video below.

The Kenny Effect: Why Bad Games Fail Hard

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As a gamer, when I hear the name “Kenny,” it’s not about a specific person – it’s a feeling. It represents every game that came out riddled with problems, every controller that broke way too quickly, and every developer who overpromised and underdelivered. Basically, “Kenny” is what we call a total disaster of a product – the kind that serves as a warning to everyone else. For me, understanding the “Kenny” effect isn’t just about venting when a game is bad. It’s about learning to spot the warning signs and knowing what we, as gamers, deserve from the developers we support.

Forza Horizon 6: Release Date, Editions, Cars & Game Pass Availability

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Forza Horizon 6 returns to the Horizon Festival, challenging players to become a racing legend in a brand new location: Japan. The game features a beautifully detailed recreation of Japan, with realistic touches like cherry blossoms that react to speeding cars. Players can explore open-world roads based on real locations, including Tokyo. Developers are calling this the largest Forza Horizon game to date.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy – Exploring The Mascots From TOS & TNG

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For hundreds of years, Starfleet Academy trained officers who explored the galaxy and conducted scientific research. However, after a catastrophic event called The Burn fractured the United Federation of Planets, the Academy was closed. In its place, the Federation established the War College, focused on training officers for combat and protecting the Federation rather than peaceful exploration.

Undertale 10th Anniversary Concert Finale scheduled across Japan in April-May 2026

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Last June, we announced a series of anniversary concerts starting in Osaka in September, with shows in Tokyo and Yokohama following in October. Since then, the concerts have expanded to include Sendai in December and Fukuoka in January. The organizers are now planning a special Valentine’s Day program in Tokyo on February 14th, with additional concerts scheduled for Hiroshima on February 23rd and Hokkaido on March 14th.