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FIFA 22 Steam Listing With One Machine Limit Was a Mistake, EA Says

EA has confirmed that a Steam listing of FIFA 22 that stated the game will have a one machine limit on PC was a listing mistake.

This confirmation comes by way of Eurogamer, which reached out to EA after fans spotted a line on the FIFA 22 Steam page yesterday that said “one machine activation limit.” As of yesterday, that’s what the Steam listing said but today, that “one machine activation limit” line is gone.

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EA said in a statement to Eurogamer that there is, in fact, no such activation limit on PC.

“We can confirm there is not a one machine limit for FIFA 22 on PC via Steam,” the statement reads. “This was listed incorrectly and the limitation has now been removed. We apologise for the confusion and thank our community for noticing the error.”

It seems this was not the kind of situation where a limit was in place only to be removed following fan backlash but rather, a simple listing error. It’s been fixed and now FIFA 22 players no longer need to worry about such a limit when the game hits PC and consoles on October 1.

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FIFA 22 was announced over the weekend and it was revealed that Paris Saint-Germain’s striker Kylian Mbappé will be the cover star. The FIFA 22 announcement came with the reveal of what EA has dubbed HyperMotion Technology, which the company says marks a “revolution in football gameplay.”

Alongside HyperMotion Tech, FIFA 22 will feature the return of many fan-favorite modes like Career Mode, VOLTA FOOTBALL, Pro Clubs, and of course, FIFA Ultmate Teams. The game will feature over 17,000 players across 700 teams in more than 90 stadiums and 30 leagues.

Check out IGN’s story about the FIFA 22 announcement for more details about what to expect in the game and then read about how the FIFA 22 PC version won’t include the next-gen improvements being added to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions.

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Be sure to read about how players wishing to take advantage of FIFA 22’s next-gen upgrade will have to shell out a hefty $99.99 USD/£89.99 as the next-gen upgrade only comes with the Ultimate Edition of the game.

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Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes.

The Wild LG Rollable TV Will Soon Be Available In The US—If You’ve Got $100K

Remember LG showing off a high-concept prototype of a rollable OLED at CES a few years ago? Well, it’s finally getting a wide consumer release in the United States–but it’ll cost you a pretty penny. For the privilege of owning one of the most unique TV sets on the market, you’ll have to shell out $100,000.

So what do you get for the price of a high-end Tesla? LG’s Signature OLED R display is a 65-inch 4K smart TV that has the bells and whistles you’d expect, like support for 120 Hz refresh rates, HDR, low-latency modes, a variable refresh rate mode, and four HDMI 2.1 ports. It’s also compatible with a bunch of third-party services like Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Airplay 2, and Apple Homekit. And, of course, the real reason why the display is so expensive is that it can roll down into its base, disappearing from view.

The TV has technically been buyable in the U.S. previous to this release. However, LG never published a price for it and required potential customers to call into a sales representative in order to place an order.

That somewhat awkward process will soon be a thing of the past, as LG states that anyone will be able to place a preorder starting in August at the company’s store page. If $100k is (understandably) outside your price range, LG has a host of other, more price-friendly OLED TVs for sale. You can check out GameSpot’s picks for the best of these displays for PS5 and Xbox Series X gaming here; just don’t expect any of them to do cool tricks like rolling up.

WizKids Reveals DnD Collectibles Of Efreeti And Wand Of Orcus

WizKids has been taking recognizable items and characters from the world of Dungeons & Dragons and bringing them to life in collectible form. Earlier this year, WizKids debuted the Hand and Eye of Vecna–familiar magical items from D&D. Now, WizKids is making collectibles of Efreeti and the Wand of Orcus.

First is an infamous character familiar to Advanced D&D players, a statue of Efreeti. Modeled after its appearance on the Dungeon’s Master guide, the statue stands at 12 inches tall and features a pose ripped from the cover and brought into your home. Check out some image renderings below, and obviously, this may not be what the final product looks like when it arrives this November for $250.

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“It’s a really good ‘Goldilocks’ size for a statue like this–large enough to be well-detailed and have presence on a display shelf, but not so big that it’s hard to find a home for,” explained WizKids creative producer Mat Smith. “Matching the style of the artwork and how the anatomy was depicted did offer some interesting challenges.”

What makes this such an important statue for D&D collectors is the connection to the past. “[It’s] nostalgia for that first hardback DMG and the artwork really lending itself to this sort of statue–a powerful central figure that can stand on its own (literally and figuratively),” explained Smith. “Even though the cover depicts an encounter between the Efreeti and three heroes, it really focuses on that giant, fiery boss monster.”

That’s not the only collectible WizKids has releasing this fall. The Wand of Orcus is getting a life-sized replica, which you can hang on your wall, point at your friends, etc. Arriving in October, the wand will cost $150, and you can check out some rendered images below.

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The Wand of Orcus has had various designs, but picking which one to use was relatively easy. “We looked at all the incarnations of the Wand throughout the years, but ultimately settled on creating its most-current form–the one wielded by the 5e depiction of Orcus,” explained Smith. “In addition to being the ‘official’ version of the Wand, this design also lent itself to a wall-mounted display, which allowed us to create it at full size (scaled from Demon Lord to human-sized).”

Smith said the team wanted to bring a sense of realism to the artifact that looks and feels like something you found after a giant battle. And for many D&D enthusiasts, this highly recognizable wand will be a must-have collectible. “You’d be hard-pressed to find a more-impressive start or addition to a trophy collection than a unique artifact torn from the clawed hands of the Demon Lord of Undeath,” Smith said.

The Wand of Orcus arrives this October and the Efreeti arrives in November. Preorders for both items will eventually be available on Amazon and DnDMini. You can also go to your local game shop and preorder from your friendly neighborhood retailer.

Save Big On Apple Products: Free AirPods Offer And Discounts On MacBooks, iPad Pro

It might seem early, but July is when back-to-school sales start to kick into full gear, and whether you’re actually heading to a campus this fall or not, now’s a great time to pick up a new laptop, headphones, or tablet for way less. The Apple back-to-school sale is always one of the biggest promotions that rolls around every summer, and it means you can find some great deals on pricey Apple products right now, from the newest iPad Pro to powerful MacBooks equipped with the M1 chip.

On top of a bunch of general discounts on these products, Apple is throwing in a free pair of AirPods with purchases of select Mac and iPad models (you can also opt to receive AirPods Pro for just 90 bucks). This offer is available for current and newly accepted college students, parents, faculty, and staff. Interestingly, Apple doesn’t ask you to verify student status when taking advantage of this deal online. We’re absolutely not telling you to lie and take advantage of this if you’re not actually in school, but, you know, just observing.

Though the AirPods freebie is a nice perk, you can actually save even more on certain Apple products at Amazon and other stores right now–so if an outright discount is preferred, you’re better off buying elsewhere. Check out some of the best Apple deals available now.

$1,100 (was $1,300)

The latest MacBook Pro is $100 cheaper at Amazon than it currently is on Apple.com, and if you’re a Prime member, you’ll get free one-day shipping. At $1,100, this matches its lowest price yet. Equipped with Apple’s new M1 chip that brings huge improvements to speed and CPU performance, the 2020 MacBook Pro is an awesome choice for students, creators, and more. It boasts up to 20 hours of battery life, ultra-fast SSD storage (256GB), and a stunning Retina display with bright LED backlighting. Though you’ll still want to look for an actual gaming laptop if that’s your primary use case, the MacBook Pro remains a great choice for general use.

$1,100 (was $1,249)

For the exact same price as the 256GB MacBook Pro, you can pick up the MacBook Air with twice the storage. Also equipped with the M1 chip, the 2020 MacBook Air continues to be the slightly lighter and more portable alternative to the Pro, with an 8-core CPU with five times faster graphics and up to 18 hours of battery life. You’ll save about $50 at Amazon with this particular configuration versus buying at Apple, though the MacBook Air is also eligible for free AirPods.

$999 (was $1,100)

When it comes to the new 2021 iPad Pro, we’re seeing the same price at Apple as Amazon: $999. Of course, Apple’s AirPods freebie makes buying direct a better deal in this case, but if you don’t qualify or already own AirPods, Amazon’s deal is a good option too. The 2021 iPad Pro also features the same M1 chip present in Apple’s MacBooks, delivering enhanced speed, graphics, and an all-day battery. Its 12.9-inch liquid Retina display makes it a particularly great choice for art and production work, but students and those who subscribe to Apple Arcade will reap the benefits here as well.

$477 (was $549)

Apple’s new premium headphones are still ridiculously expensive, but this is the cheapest they’ve ever been and they make a great all-around pair for work, gaming, and listening to music/podcasts. With up to 20 hours of listening time, the AirPods Max feature active noise canceling (and a transparency mode for when you need to let outside noise in), spatial audio, a comfortable knit-mesh canopy with memory foam ear cushions, and overall impressive sound and build quality, according to CNET’s AirPods Max review. If you’re willing to shell out for a premium pair and are already a dedicated Apple user, this deal could be worth jumping on.

$349 (was $429)

The Apple Watch Series 6 is currently one of the best smart watches you can buy, and right now it’s $80 off at Amazon. For loyal Apple users, fitness-minded folks, and people who are always on the go, it’s a great accessory to have on your wrist, letting you track your workouts, monitor your sleep, measure your blood oxygen levels, and even take calls and reply to texts.

$149 (was $300)

If you’re not looking to spend nearly $500 on the AirPods Max, there’s a more affordable alternative that’s a full $150 cheaper than its list price today at Walmart. Available in multiple colors, the wireless Beats Solo Pro are active noise-canceling headphones with an on-ear fit and Bluetooth connectivity. With up to 22 hours of listening time (and 40 hours without ANC), the Beats Solo Pro are a reliable option at a great price if you prefer the on-ear design.

$197 (was $249)

Not looking to take advantage of Apple’s back-to-school offer? The AirPods Pro usually have some kind of discount these days, and $197 is a fairly common price for them at Amazon. However, it’s extremely rare to see them drop further outside of Prime Day and Black Friday, and if you’re an iPhone user, you’ll probably want to get your hands on these at some point or another. The AirPods Pro deliver active noise canceling (with a transparency mode), three tip sizes for customizing your fit, Siri voice control, and more than 24 hours of battery life with the included case.

Cracked Version Of Resident Evil Village Offers Drastically Better Performance On PC, Report Finds

Following indications that the cracked version of Resident Evil Village on PC was offering players a better experience than paying customers, a report into the issue has proved that the removal of DRM from the game drastically improves overall performance.

Digital Foundry conducted tests on both the retail and cracked versions of Capcom’s latest sequel, coming away with the conclusion that the game’s anti-piracy features are currently behind the poor performance of the game on PC. Since launch, Resident Evil Village has exhibited issues with frametimes, causing large stutters during normal gameplay sequences such as shooting. The issues are worse in certain scenarios, such as the early encounter with Lady Dimitrescu’s daughters, which can plummet the frame rate from the high 100s all the way down to the low 30s.

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The cracked version of the game exhibits none of these issues, and even cleans up many of the minor, but irritating stutters that the game throws at players frequently. According to information gathered by Digital Foundry, the community behind the crack has indicated that this is down to Capcom’s additional work on top of the base that Denuvo, the DRM software implemented in Village, offers. The community members suggest that the game is also making unnecessary calls to your PC for information, as well as redundant Steam API calls as players progress certain achievements.

The crack removes both Denuvo and the reliance on Steam, so what exactly is at fault is a little difficult to pinpoint right now. These are issues that have persisted since the game’s launch in April, however, with Capcom having failed to release a single patch for the game on PC since.

It’s a puzzling scenario given the game’s exceptional performance across consoles, even with the demanding ray tracing suite enabled. But if you’re still playing on PC, this might give you peace of mind that it’s not your hardware at fault.

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The Possibility Of Final Fantasy X-3 Being Made Isn’t “Zero”

Square Enix has suggested that it could one day return to the world of Final Fantasy X with a Final Fantasy X-3 sequel. In a new interview with Famitsu as reported by Japanese blog Ryukutya via RPGSite, several key members of Final Fantasy X commented on how the project even has a plot written by Kazushige Nojima, who served as one of the scenario writers on the 2001 game.

“If we are to make X-3, we somehow have a synopsis written by Nojima-san,” character designer Tetsuya Nomura explained. “It’s sleeping right now, but the plot itself does exist.”

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As RPGSite also noted, a recent audio play could be used as another potential storyline springboard. Taking place a year after the events of Final Fantasy X-2 and focused on two new characters called Chuami and Kurgum, Final Fantasy X Will reunited several of the original game’s voice actors and dealt with the return of Final Fantasy X‘s main antagonist, Sin.

Motomu Toriyama–the designer and writer for Final Fantasy X–added that while the chances of the sequel being made weren’t zero, these projects won’t be made until Final Fantasy VII Remake is completed.

“The probability is not zero. But we are not in a phase where we can talk about it, unless we have finished producing FF7 Remake,” Toriyama said.

The next chapter in Final Fantasy VII Remake is currently in development, and Square Enix wants to make certain that future installments continue to differ significantly from the original game. Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade added PS5 enhancements such as improved visuals, a photo mode, a 60fps performance mode, and a Yuffie-centric DLC episode titled Intermission.

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Battlefield 2042 May Add Cross-Play, Tech Test Delayed, Map Changes For Last-Gen Detailed

Battlefield 2042 developer DICE has published an in-depth FAQ on its website, and included in the blog post are details around the studio’s plans for cross-play and cross-progression, along with more information on the differences in content between console generations.

DICE has confirmed that it is examining the possibility of adding cross-play for Battlefield 2042, though it’s not confirmed as feature for the game yet. “We can confirm it’s a function we’re looking to build and test,” the studio said. As a result of this, DICE has delayed the upcoming Battlefield 2042 technical test to later in the summer so it can test cross-play.

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This technical test will include “a few thousand” people, and DICE will notify people by email if they’ve been a selected. A more expansive open beta is coming later.

Cross-play in the technical test will come in two buckets, and you can opt out from playing against people on PC, thankfully. Here’s the breakdown:

  • PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 consoles (PC and console can opt-out from playing together)
  • Xbox One and PlayStation 4 consoles

DICE is also planning cross-progression and cross-commerce for Battlefield 2042. This means all your progress and any content you might buy on one platform (Xbox, PlayStation, or PC) will move with you if you play on a different system.

The FAQ also clarifies that Battlefield 2042’s new weather events, including tornadoes and EMP storms, will be available on all platforms, not just next-gen consoles and PC. Players on PS4/Xbox One will have matches capped at 64 players (compared to 128 on next-gen and PC), while maps on PS4/Xbox One have seen “adjustments to the playable area,” DICE said.

Additionally, the FAQ covers AI soldiers who will populate Battlefield 2042 matches in some circumstances. AI soldiers are being used to fill servers, and you cannot opt out of playing with them. However, DICE said there will be a cap on AI soldiers in a given match, and in general it will not eclipse the number of real human players in a match.

In one example that DICE provided, if a match has 120 out of 128 players, AI soldiers will join to balance the teams. If a human player drops out during a match, an AI player will take their place until another human joins.

AI soldiers won’t be as capable as human players, however. They cannot use Battlefield 2042’s various traits and specialities, and they can’t use the Wingsuit. They’re not idiots, however, as they can use the vehicle call-in system and capture objectives. “They do have the intelligence to decide between engaging with you via enemy fire, flanking, throwing grenades, or even reviving a downed squad mate,” DICE said.

The full FAQ is stacked with lots more details on what’s new in Battlefield 2042.

Battlefield 2042 launches in October as a multiplayer-only title, and we’re expecting to hear more about its mysterious new multiplayer mode at EA Play Live on July 22.

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Don Cheadle “Doesn’t Get” Why He Was Nominated For Falcon And Winter Soldier Cameo

Actor Don Cheadle, who over the course of his career has now earned 11 Emmy nominations, took to Twitter to admit he’s pretty confused over his most recent nomination. It was recently announced Cheadle’s in the running for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series–which means he landed a spot in the category on the strength of a three-minute cameo in the pilot of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

In response, Cheadle tweeted: “I don’t really get it either.” This isn’t the actor’s way of being humble or falsely modest–Cheadle only speaks in one of the two quick scenes where he reprises his Marvel Cinematic Universe character James Rhodes. In the other scene, he’s merely listening to Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson give a speech about donating Captain America’s shield to a museum. Cheadle’s was the only acting nomination for the show.

The 73rd annual Emmy awards are set to air live on September 19 at 8 PM ET on CBS and Paramount Plus. Marvel has a strong showing at this year’s Emmys, with WandaVision being a particular standout, earning nominations for Best Limited Series, Best Actress in a Limited Series (Elizabeth Olsen), Best Actor in a Limited Series (Paul Bettany), and Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series (Kathryn Hahn).

Cheadle also stars in Space Jam: A New Legacy, which debuts on July 16 in theaters and on HBO Max. The actor also recently let it slip that Michael Jordan will–despite many rumors to the contrary–be in the movie, “but not in the way you’d expect.”

Fall Guys Season 5’s Theme Is Jungle Adventure, Releasing July 20

The whimsical battle royale game Fall Guys continues to expand. Season 5 is coming up next, and developer Mediatonic has now revealed its theme and release date: July 20.

The studio teased the theme with an elaborate puzzle, which the community quickly solved in about an hour to reveal that “jungle adventure” is the theme for Fall Guys Season 5. The teaser art can be seen below, showing off what look like new costumes and a jungle-themed setting. You might have spied a cute little critter in the left-hand corner, and its name is Sherbert. Sherbert is now canon, following some fun on Reddit.

This was just the first reveal for Fall Guys Season 5, so there is no word yet on the specifics of what’s coming in the next season or when it’ll be released. But you can likely expect new cosmetics, more games, and other updates.

Mediatonic will reveal Fall Guys Season 5 in full on Monday, July 19, through a livestream on the Fall Guys YouTube page starting at 8 AM ET.

Mediatonic will be dishing on all the latest updates to their hit battle royale party game. Find your very own ‘Save The Date’ invitation below. We can’t wait to see you there! 😊

Mediatonic recently delayed the game’s Nintendo Switch and Xbox versions to an unspecified date in the future. Alongside that news, the studio said it is working on cross-play for Fall Guys to connect the player base in a new way.

Fortnite studio Epic Games acquired Mediatonic earlier this year as part of its ambition to create a so-called metaverse.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home Hot Toys Figure Shows Best Look Yet At Spidey’s New Costume

Hot Toys usually unveils new figures based on popular films after they’ve launched, but this week the Hong Kong-based manufacturer is unveiling its new slate of collectibles a few months early. In addition to a concept art version of Doctor Strange decked out in Iron Man armor and Boba Fett on a throne fit for a Hutt, the company revealed its Spider-Man: No Way Home figure that features Peter Parker in a new black and gold costume.

There’s a hint of red to remind you that this is a Spider-Man underneath all that gold, but it’s an otherwise massive departure from the costumes that actor Tom Holland has worn since he took up the mantle of the web-slinger in 2016. As a Hot Toys figure, this particular collectible has an astonishing amount of detail that shows off a mixture of science and sorcery, with Spider-Man’s costume looking magically enhanced and capable of firing off mystic web-blasts that look very much like one of Doctor Strange’s signature spells.

On the suit are layers of circuitry and golden webbing that would make Iron Man proud. There’s also a decent number of extras available with the figure, such as spare eyes to create different masked facial expressions, spare webbing to recreate some dynamic scenes, a themed base, and a head sculpt of Holland if you feel like taking his mask off.

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Hot Toys hasn’t revealed an official release date or price just yet, but these figures are usually available for preorder a year before they arrive on shelves and tend to hover around the price range of $250.

If that’s too rich for your blood, there are a number of more affordable options that were recently unveiled, such as Lego, Funko Pop, and Marvel Legends toys.

Spider-Man: No Way Home releases on December 17, 2021, and it’s rumored that previous Spider-Man actors Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire may show up as part of a multiversal storyline. Other upcoming MCU films include Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, The Marvels, Eternals, and more as part of a massive movie lineup that Marvel revealed official dates for.

For more on the future of the MCU, check out our feature on everything that we know about Marvel Phase 4.