A study by Penn State University researchers showed that large language models like ChatGPT actually perform *better* when given rude or direct prompts, compared to polite ones.
Fraudulent text messages are tricking people by pretending to be from organizations like the Postal Service or toll road authorities. These texts falsely claim you have unpaid fees or bills. If you click the links in these messages, you’ll be directed to fake websites that attempt to steal your credit card details.
I’m so excited! Ubisoft just released an update for The Crew 2 on PC that lets me play offline with something called Hybrid Mode. If you’re on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, the update should be coming to you later today, too! Finally, we can enjoy the open road even without an internet connection.
If you and a friend want to play PowerWash Simulator 2 together on the same screen, it’s easy! Just go to the multiplayer menu and choose “Start Split-Screen Session” to begin cleaning together.
The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 update will let players choose between prioritizing better graphics or smoother performance. However, it won’t introduce true 4K resolution at 30 frames per second or 1080p at 60 frames per second. I’ll share a full review and comparison with other platforms soon, after I’ve completed testing.
The new package comes in two options: $15 or $20 per month. Both include an ad-free Apple TV subscription (which recently dropped the ‘+’ from its name). One option adds Peacock Premium, which includes ads, while the more expensive option includes Peacock Premium Plus, which is mostly ad-free except for certain content like live sports, channels, and some shows and movies. If you already subscribe to Apple TV through an existing Apple One Family or Premier plan, you can get Peacock Premium Plus with a 35% discount – that’s great news!
Now’s a great time to be a South Park enthusiast! After a lengthy standoff between Warner Bros. and Paramount, creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have reached a five-year agreement with Paramount to make at least one season of 10 episodes every year.
Hideo Kojima shared a story with An-An magazine (as reported by Automation) about a unique marketing campaign for Death Stranding 2. He and his team handed out branded tissue packs in Tokyo, each with a QR code leading to a mysterious trailer for the game.
You can watch a trailer below showing the new crossover between Two Point Museum and Vampire Survivors. It highlights how you can now give your staff discoveries found in the game. The crossover adds three new locations to explore: the Mad Forest, Inlaid Library, and Capella Magna.
Cactus is notoriously difficult to obtain, largely due to the way its defensive ability, Thorns, works. Thorns damages enemies that attack you – a straightforward concept. While seemingly simple, actually getting Cactus is surprisingly complicated. Players often find Thorns isn’t a very effective way to defeat enemies, and it takes a significant amount of effort to acquire. First, you need access to the Tier 1 Desert map while playing on Hyper mode.