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Sonic Frontiers: Digital Deluxe Edition – v1.42 + 6 DLCs

#6456 Sonic Frontiers: Digital Deluxe Edition v1.42 + 6 DLCs


Genres/Tags: Arcade, Jump and run, Open world, Third-person, 3D
Companies: Sonic Team, Sega
Languages: RUS/ENG/MULTI12
Original Size: 31.6 GB
Repack Size: from 12.9 GB [Selective Download]

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Repack Features

  • Based on Sonic.Frontiers-voices38 ISO release: voices38-sonic.frontiers.iso (33,982,568,448 bytes)
  • voices38 crack with Goldberg Steam emu applied over
  • ATTENTION! The first game start can take a while (up to 10-20 minutes) while the crack generates the unique Denuvo key for your system. Just stay calm and keep waiting. Consequent launches will be fast
  • Game version: v1.42; 6 DLCs are included and activated
  • 100% Lossless & MD5 Perfect: all files are identical to originals after installation
  • NOTHING ripped, NOTHING re-encoded
  • Selective Download feature: you may skip downloading of non-English voiceovers and videos in 4K resolution
  • Significantly smaller archive size (compressed from 31.6 to 12.9~24.7 GB, depending on selected components)
  • Installation takes 10-40 minutes (depending on your system and selected components)
  • After-install integrity check so you could make sure that everything installed properly
  • HDD space after installation: up to 39.7 GB
  • Language can be changed in game settings
  • At least 2 GB of free RAM (inc. virtual) required for installing this repack
Game Description
Experience Sonic like never before!

Worlds are colliding in Sonic the Hedgehog’s newest high-speed adventure! In search of the missing Chaos emeralds, Sonic becomes stranded on an ancient island teeming with unusual creatures. Battle hordes of powerful enemies as you explore a breathtaking world of action, adventure, and mystery. Accelerate to new heights and experience the thrill of high-velocity, open-zone platforming freedom as you race across the five massive Starfall Islands. Jump into adventure, wield the power of the Ancients, and fight to stop these new mysterious foes. Welcome to the evolution of Sonic games!

Game Features

  • Experience All-New Open Zone Platforming – Race across five massive overworld islands brimming with dense forests, overflowing waterfalls, and sizzling desert landscapes, each with their own unique action-platforming challenges and hidden secrets to uncover.
  • Unparalleled High-Speed Freedom – Adventure across the Starfall Islands and see what each has to offer at the speed only Sonic can deliver. Blaze a trail as you see fit and discover side quests, solve puzzles, scale enormous structures, go fishing, and encounter a friendly face or two along the way…
  • Challenge Yourself In Cyber Space – Discover portals scattered across the island and venture into Cyber Space levels through portals scattered across the islands featuring signature 3D platforming at Sonic speeds, packed with challenges to put your skills to the test.
  • Cyber-Powered Combat – The Starfall Islands are home to strange creatures Sonic has never encountered before. Use the all-new battle system and skill tree upgrades to fight strategically, combining moves such as dodges, parries, counters, combos, and the new Cyloop ability to take down mysterious foes and colossal titans.
  • A New Adventure Full of Mystery and Intrigue – Become Sonic and journey to uncover the mysteries of the remains of an ancient civilization plagued by robotic hordes. With nothing but a handful of questions and a disembodied voice to guide you, set out to save your friends and the enigmatic inhabitants of the Starfall Islands from a colossal, mechanized threat.

Included DLCs:

  • Adventurer’s Treasure Box
  • Explorer’s Treasure Box
  • Monster Hunter Collaboration Pack
  • Holiday Cheer Suit
  • Sonic Adventure 2 Shoes
  • Digital Art Book with Mini Digital Soundtrack

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Pete Buttigieg: ICE & Trump are “breaking the law” & now is “make-or-break moment” for U.S.

Trump is “getting more dangerous because he’s getting weaker,” out former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently told MS NOW host Jen Psaki of the president’s recent attempts to forcefully obtain states’ voter rolls by using federal immigration agents and FBI raids.

“As he loses more and more favor and popularity among the American people, he’s going to continue to try to make up for that using the machinery of government that he controls,” Buttigieg continued. “But that’s perilous for him. It’s certainly perilous for the whole country.”

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When asked how he would respond to Americans who are worried that Trump will try to rig the 2026 midterm elections and 2028 presidential elections, Buttigieg said, “We have to remember that elections are run close to home. They’re run by our neighbors, often county officials, sometimes volunteers working together, and that process has a ton of integrity.”

“Does this president respect the integrity of that press process? Of course, he doesn’t,” Buttigieg added. “But let’s also remember this: The ultimate backstop is the American people. Yes, we would hope it would be Congress. Certainly, we look to the courts, but at the end of the day, any of those kinds of maneuvers cannot work if the American people stand unified against them.”

“[Trump’s cronies] know they cannot outrun the will of the people, and that ultimately will be our best defense against anything that he tries to pull as Election Day draws near,” he said, adding that it will be up to the American people to hold Trump and his enablers responsible for the policies they’ve inflicted upon the country.

“This [is a] decisive moment that, I think, history will record as make-or-break for whether this country remains a free and democratic nation.”

Out former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg

“What ICE is doing is in no way part of any kind of reasonable, decent, or safe immigration policy and has clearly nothing to do with law-and-order because of the level of disorder they have created and because of the illegal actions of ICE — it’s not just that they’re doing a bad job, they’re hurting people … they are breaking the law,” he said

Buttigieg continued, saying he thinks “something is turning in the United States of America right now,” because Americans of every political persuasion view the violent actions of the current administration as wrong.

“I think, an extraordinary moment for people of every different political persuasion to come together and show what it looks like to be a freedom-loving country, and also just as human beings,” he said.

“When you see these kinds of images, you know, just today, an image of a woman on her porch opening the door while her home is being swarmed by about half a dozen agents — wearing more weaponry and tactical gear than we used to take with us when we were going outside the wire in Afghanistan — there’s just no way to look at that and think that that could possibly be making this country a better place,” he added.

When Psaki noted that there are still over eight months until the November midterm elections, she asked Buttigieg what advice he would have for people who feel demoralized and tired from having to constantly stand up to the current administration.

“Of course, it is asking and demanding so much, so much time, so much energy, and sadly, in the case of many protesters, more physical courage than should ever be asked of an American just exercising their First Amendment rights, but that’s where we are,” Buttigieg admitted. “And if you think about what other generations of Americans went through in order to secure and establish those freedoms, that it now falls to us to protect and expand, then we owe it to them.”

“Even more than to past generations, we owe it to a future generation,” he concluded. “We owe it to our kids’ generation to be there now, in this decisive moment that, I think, history will record as make-or-break for whether this country remains a free and democratic nation.”

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Ctrl-Alt-Speech: Think Globally, Stack Locally

Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly podcast about the latest news in online speech, from Mike Masnick and Everything in Moderation‘s Ben Whitelaw.

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In this week’s roundup of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike is joined by Konstantinos Komaitis, Senior Resident Fellow for Global and Democratic Governance at the Digital Forensics Research Lab (DFRLab) at the Atlantic Council. Together, they discuss:

Bulgarian Torrent Giants Zamunda, Zelka, and ArenaBG Seized in Joint U.S.-Bulgarian Operation

zamundaFive years ago, Bulgaria informed the U.S. authorities that it would like to shut down prominent torrent trackers such as ArenaBG, Zamunda, and Zelka.

To get that done, the Eastern European country specifically asked the U.S. Government for assistance.

Today, it appears that these shutdown plans have finally come to fruition, at least as far as the domain names go. A few hours ago, three of the largest torrent trackers became unreachable, directing users to a seizure banner.

“This domain has been seized by Homeland Security Investigations as part of an international law enforcement operation in accordance with a court order issued by the United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi,” the banner reads.

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The listed law enforcement logos are, from left to right:

  • U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) – United States
  • Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) – United States
  • National IPR Coordination Center – United States
  • Europol – European Union
  • GDBOP (General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime) – Bulgaria
  • National Investigative Service (НСлС) – Bulgaria
  • State Agency for National Security (DANS) – Bulgaria
  • Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Bulgaria – Bulgaria

The order issued by the Mississippi federal court purportedly compelled the domain name registrars or the domain registries to take action. With domain names linked to American domain intermediaries, this explains why it would be crucial for the U.S. to be involved.

At the time of writing, ArenaBG.com, Zamunda.net, and Zelka.org all point to seizedservers.com nameservers, which means that the domains are now controlled by the U.S. authorities.

Zamunda’s nameservers

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To give an idea of the popularity of these sites, Zamunda.net was up until recently the 11th most visited website in Bulgaria with millions of monthly visitors.

The authorities in Bulgaria previously said that “pre-trial proceedings were opened” against torrent trackers for “intellectual property and tax crimes.” However, it is not clear if today’s actions go beyond the domain seizures.

In the past, Bulgaria has asked the U.S. for assistance to seize the physical servers of Zamunda. However, thus far there is no information about additional enforcement actions. We have also yet to see a press release from the authorities formally confirming the action.

If the current action is limited to the domain names the sites will likely switch to alternative ones, as we have seen with other seizures in the past.

Note: This is a breaking story, and we will continue to monitor the situation and may add updates when more information comes in.

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HELLMART

#6457 HELLMART


Genres/Tags: Adventure, Lifestyle, First-person, 3D, Horror
Company: Gaze in Games
Languages: RUS/ENG/MULTI15
Original Size: 8.2 GB
Repack Size: 2.8 GB

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Discussion and (possible) future updates on CS.RIN.RU thread

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Repack Features

  • Based on HELLMART-TENOKE ISO release: tenoke-hellmart.iso (8,823,486,464 bytes)
  • 100% Lossless & MD5 Perfect: all files are identical to originals after installation
  • NOTHING ripped, NOTHING re-encoded
  • Significantly smaller archive size (compressed from 8.2 to 2.8 GB)
  • Installation takes 1-3 minutes (depending on your system)
  • After-install integrity check so you could make sure that everything installed properly
  • HDD space after installation: 8.2 GB
  • Language can be changed in game settings
  • At least 2 GB of free RAM (inc. virtual) required for installing this repack
Game Description
Supermarket simulator meets horror. You’re a clerk at a 24-hour convenience store. During the day – serve customers and hit your sales goals. At night – beware of strange clients. Try to survive 7 days in the Far North.

DAYTIME: Almost a normal store. Hit your daily sales quota; Restock shelves; Keep the store and surrounding area clean; Work the register; DON’T BE RUDE TO CUSTOMERS.
IN THE EVENING: Evil awakens. Get ready for its visit. Watch the generator; Barricade the doors; Check the security cams; Buy supplies; Upgrade the store to survive; DON’T LET EVIL GET IN.
AT NIGHT: The Nightmare Begins. Interact with late-night customers; Evil will try to trick you; Decide who to let in and who to leave to their fate; Your life depends on your actions; DON’T STEP OUTSIDE.

Game Features

  • A blend of supermarket simulator and horror.
  • Strange customers and situations add variety to each playthrough.
  • Three different endings that depend on your choices.
  • Your actions matter: the fates of your customers depend on the decisions you make throughout the game.

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ANNO: Mutationem – Collectors Edition, v1.2.00.00 + 2 DLC/Bonuses

#2618 Updated ANNO: Mutationem – Collectors Edition v1.2.00.00 + 2 DLC/Bonuses


Genres/Tags: Action, Cyberpunk, Side, Third-person, 3D
Companies: ThinkingStars, Lightning Games
Languages: RUS/ENG/MULTI10
Original Size: 9.9 GB
Repack Size: from 7.1 GB [Selective Download]

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Discussion and (possible) future updates on CS.RIN.RU thread

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Repack Features

  • Based on ANNO.Mutationem.Boss.Rogue-RUNE ISO release: rune-anno.mutationem.boss.rogue.iso (10,679,943,168 bytes)
  • Game version: v1.2.00.00 (BOSS Rogue Update); OST Complete Edition & Collectors Upgrade Pack DLCs/Bonuses are included
  • 100% Lossless & MD5 Perfect: all files are identical to originals after installation
  • Bonus OST in FLAC format ripped, NOTHING re-encoded
  • Selective Download feature: you can skip downloading and installing of Japanese/Chinese videos+voiceovers and bonus content (OST in MP3 format and ArtBook)
  • Slightly smaller archive size (compressed from 9.9 to 7.1~7.7 GB, depending on selected components)
  • Installation takes 4-9 minutes (depending on your system and selected components)
  • After-install integrity check so you could make sure that everything installed properly
  • HDD space after installation: up to 9.7 GB
  • Language can be changed in game settings
  • Repack uses XTool library by Razor12911
  • At least 2 GB of free RAM (inc. virtual) required for installing this repack
Game Description

Welcome to the neon-covered, 2D-meets-3D Cyberpunk world of ANNO: Mutationem. In this Action-Adventure game with RPG elements you become Ann: a highly-skilled combat-trained lone wolf on a personal mission in the giant Metropolis, full of sinister mega-corporations, mysterious fringe groups and creatures more bizarre than words can express.

Game Features

  • Explore and discover: This is a world full of surprises waiting for you to find out! While going thru the main story you can chat with a Cyborg corgi, take on a part-time bartender job, hunt down vicious criminals reveal the true face of a trending V-streamer! By exploring diverse locations such as neon Noctis Town, an off-shore cargo ship and huge underground structures, players are free to go as they please and act as they want.
  • Showing new perspective: Unique 2D-to-3D gameplay, seamless switching between 2D Action n’ Platforming and 3D Exploration to interact with the world and its inhabitants. Let’s dive into pixel gaming from another perspective!
  • Ann kicks Ass: Ann will slash, shoot, combo, grenade-throw & ground-pound her way through hordes of enemies and huge bosses. From great swords to double blades, from pistols to rocket launchers and uppercuts, time to become the one-girl army you always knew you had in you.
  • Try to finish the jigsaw: A grand story, befitting a rich and dark cyberpunk décor, featuring our main hero Ann Flores and her trusty hyper hacker side-kick Ayane on a personal mission to find out where her missing brother has gone to. Little do the two know just what they will unravel…
  • Please arm yourself to teeth: Collect, buy or craft items & upgrade Ann’s stats, skills and gear. Use chips to modify any kind of weapon you find. Equip Ann and make her combat-ready for all enemies (both humanoid and not…) that are about to head her way.

Backwards Compatibility

This repack IS partially backwards compatible with my previous AM repack. You can rehash the following files to save up to 4.7 GB of traffic.

  • fg-01.bin
  • fg-optional-bonus-content.bin

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Rare-Earth-Free Magnets With High Entropy Borides

Map of the calculated magnetic anisotropy. (Credit: Beeson et al., Adv. Mat., 2025)
Map of the calculated magnetic anisotropy. (Credit: Beeson et al., Adv. Mat., 2025)

Although most of us simultaneously accept the premise that magnets are quite literally everywhere and that few people know how they work, a major problem with magnets today is that they tend to rely on so-called rare-earth elements. Although firmly in the top 5 of misnomers, these abundant elements are hard to mine and isolate, which means that finding alternatives to their use is much desired. Fortunately the field of high entropy alloys (HEAs) offers hope here, with [Beeson] and colleagues recently demonstrating a rare-earth-free material that could be used for magnets.

Although many materials can be magnetic, to make a good magnet you need the material in question to be both magnetically anisotropic and posses a clear easy axis. This basically means a material that has strong preferential magnetic directions, with the easy axis being the orientation which is the most energetically favorable.

Through experimental validation with magnetic coercion it was determined that of the tested boride films, the (FeCoNiMn)2B variant with a specific deposition order showed the strongest anisotropy. What is interesting in this study is how much the way that the elements are added and in which way determines the final properties of the boride, which is one of the reasons why HEAs are such a hot topic of research currently.

Of course, this is just an early proof-of-concept, but it shows the promise of HEAs when it comes to replacing other types of anisotropic materials, in particular where – as noted in the paper – normally rare-earths are added to gain the properties that these researchers achieved without these elements being required.

Dixotomia Free Download

Dixotomia Free Download PC Game Cracked in Direct Link and Torrent. Dixotomia is a VR shooter in a world of a sci-fi dystopia. Become a SpecOps contractor, fight vampire cult and its vile bosses. Experience immersive action with brutal guns and…

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developer Developer: DeepMatrix

developer Publisher: DeepMatrix

release date Release Date: 22 Jan, 2026

genre Genre: Action, VR, Sci-fi, Adventure, Shooter, Horror, Survival

 

Hordes of Vampires & Their Masters

Take on relentless bloodthirsty vampires and their powerful shadow masters in intense combat. Battle cultists, androids, mercenaries, and other deadly foes along the way.

Sci-Fi Arsenal & Vampiric Powers

Mix and match two unique playstyles – sci-fi guns and vampiric abilities, both with deep upgrade trees. Customize your combat experience and dominate enemies your way.

Immersive Story & Environments

Step into the boots of a SpecOps contractor stranded on a threatened distant colony. Uncover the mysteries of a sinister cult and decide the fate of an entire planet.

Challenging Boss Fights

Face off against unforgettable antagonists who gradually turn against you as the story unfolds. Every battle is a test of skill, strategy, and survival.

Intense Action

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Adrenaline-fueled cinematic moments keep the blood pumping. Face off against bloodthirsty vampires and their powerful masters in fast-paced, action-packed storyline.

Diverse Locations

Explore expansive, richly detailed environments with full freedom of movement – venture through massive industrial complexes, Martian landscape quarries, towering skyscrapers, and eerie research facilities with occult influences.

A Story That Shapes Your Fate

As Ron Adams, a SpecOps contractor, you’ll forge alliances, face deadly foes, and determine the fate of those around you. Every decision carves your destiny and shapes the future of the planet. Will you remain human or embrace the dark side?

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Minimum:

  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel i3-6100/AMD Ryzen 3 1200, FX4350 and higher
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1050Ti/AMD Radeon RX 470 and higher
  • VR Support: OpenXR, Oculus Rift S, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest 3S, Meta Quest Pro, Pico 4, Pico 4 Pro, Valve Index

Recommended:

  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel i5-4590/AMD Ryzen 5 1500X and higher
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060/AMD Radeon RX 480 and higher
  • VR Support: OpenXR, Oculus Rift S, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest 3S, Meta Quest Pro, Pico 4, Pico 4 Pro, Valve Index

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Cairn: Deluxe Edition – v1.0.299s_1713 + 3 DLCs/Bonuses

#6458 Cairn: Deluxe Edition v1.0.299s_1713 + 3 DLCs/Bonuses


Genres/Tags: Adventure, Simulator, Survival, Third-person, 3D
Company: The Game Bakers
Languages: RUS/ENG/MULTI11
Original Size: 9.8 GB
Repack Size: 8.3 GB

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Discussion and (possible) future updates on CS.RIN.RU thread

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Repack Features

  • Based on Cairn-RUNE ISO release: rune-cairn.iso (10,431,430,656 bytes)
  • Missing Bonus Content (Wallpapers + Full OST in MP3 format, 95 MB) added, thanks to DicDale & Poli776!
  • Game version: v1.0.299s_1713; 3 DLCs/Bonuses (Deluxe Upgrade Pack, Only the Mountain from Cairn Soundtrack, Cairn Soundtrack) are included and activated
  • 100% Lossless & MD5 Perfect: all files are identical to originals after installation
  • NOTHING ripped, NOTHING re-encoded
  • Slightly smaller archive size (compressed from cumulative 9.8 to 8.3 GB)
  • Installation takes 2-5 minutes (depending on your system)
  • After-install integrity check so you could make sure that everything installed properly
  • HDD space after installation: 11.1 GB
  • Language can be changed in game settings
  • Repack uses XTool library by Razor12911
  • At least 2 GB of free RAM (inc. virtual) required for installing this repack
Game Description
Reach a summit never climbed before in this survival-climber from the creators of Furi and Haven. Climb anywhere and plan your route carefully, managing pitons and resources to survive unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.

Game Features

  • REALISTIC CLIMBING SIMULATION – Cairn’s realistic simulation allows intuitive climbing: find the best holds and place your hands and feet seamlessly with simple controls. Adapt your posture, effort and balance – if you’re not careful, you will fall!
  • THE ASCENT OF A LIFETIME – As pro climber Aava, you embark on the ascent of Mount Kami, a summit that has never been reached. Along the journey, meet unexpected companions and hear from those left on the ground. Discover the mountain’s history and decide what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve her dream.
  • OPEN YOUR OWN ROUTE – You are free to climb anywhere. Explore the mountain, read the rock face from the ground and plan your route carefully to reach the top. Solve problems while on the wall to navigate difficult sections. You can climb on anything, so choose your path wisely!
  • CLIMBING IS A FIGHT – Climbing is challenging: each wall feels like a boss fight. A thrilling challenge for those eager to test themselves, but you can also adjust the difficulty to customize your experience.
  • SURVIVE THE DEADLY MOUNTAIN – Manage your resources to survive during the long ascent: pitons, chalk, finger tape… but also food, water and medicine. Set up bivouacs and explore the mountain to find resources to reach the summit.
  • AWARD-WINNING INDIE TEAM – An unforgettable experience from the makers of Furi and Haven, with music and sound design by the team behind Limbo, Inside, Control and Cocoon, and art and story by renowned comic-book artist Mathieu Bablet.

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MOLE – Beta Demo

MOLE is a psychological horror game where you pilot a monstrous post-Soviet drilling machine deep below Slavic soil, fixing failing systems while following voices of the dead.

In MOLE you are the Navigator aboard a colossal deep-bore vessel. The crew is gone, the vessel is silent, and the Signal won’t stop calling. Interact with complex systems, solve diegetic puzzles, and unravel the mystery behind your … Read More

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Nioh 3 – Beta Demo (Steam & PS5)

Nioh 3 is the eagerly anticipated continuation of the dark samurai action RPG series, featuring an open field filled with formidable yokai and the deadly struggle of an alternate Warring States period.

In Nioh 3 you enter an open battlefield that challenges you to the fullest while maintaining the signature tension of the series. You’ll explore menacing villages where darkness lurks and struggle against the … Read More

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Freefall ’95 – Beta Demo

Freefall ’95 is a fast-paced, arcade freefalling simulator where you play as a passenger on a doomed 1995 flight stuck in a twisted time loop, plummeting toward Earth while stacking radical trick combos.

In Freefall ’95 you combine dangerous stunts, collect falling items, and dodge debris to build huge scores. Inspired by Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater and SSX Tricky, the game delivers heavily ’90s-flavored … Read More

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Stop Killing Games Gets Over 1 Million Petition Signatures Verified By EU

I’ve been talking about the Stop Killing Games movement for some time now, so important is its mission to me. This collection of volunteers focused on video game and cultural preservation is attempting to whip up public support for legislation to achieve those goals. Currently focused in the EU, the campaign is built primarily on legislating the following rules:

  • Games sold must be left in a functional state
  • Games sold must require no further connection to the publisher or affiliated parties to function
  • The above also applies to games that have sold microtransactions to customers
  • The above cannot be superseded by end user license agreements

If you can find fault in any of the above, tell me what that would be in the comments. I personally see no such flaws. I particularly can’t find them in the context of a present reality in which games that people paid very real money for are ripped from their digital hands because publishers simply stop supporting them (online games) or because they were designed with planned obsolescence included (single player games that sunset when they can’t check in with servers (hi there, NBA2K games!)).

In order to compel the EU Parliament to take up the issue in session, the petition needed to achieve 1 million signatures. That happened last summer. Step 2 in the process is a review by the EU to validate those signatures, to be sure there is no shady fuckery in them. And that just happened, with the petition boasting one of the smallest percentage of invalidated signatures in memory.

Stop Killing Games volunteer Moritz Katzner has shared an update on the popular European Union Citizens’ Initiative to its official subreddit. The EU has successfully verified 1,294,188 of Stop Killing Games’ 1,448,270 signatures, easily clearing the one million minimum count it needed to move forward in the process.

In the comments, user MikeyIfYouWanna calculated that about 89% of the submitted signatures were legitimate. Katzner agreed, estimating that Stop Killing Games has one of the top three lowest failed signature rates among EU Citizens’ Initiatives.

“We’re sitting at around 10%, while the best-performing initiatives tend to fall in the 10–15% range, which puts us firmly in the upper bracket,” Katzner wrote. “Some initiatives see failure rates as high as 20–25% and still manage to get over the line, but it’s worth noting that the overall sample size is quite small, only 11 initiatives.”

Now, I will admit that I am no expert in how the EU legislative process works, nor how it interacts with the laws of its member countries. Over on the Stop Killing Games subreddit, where this signature achievement was announced, several commenters appeared aligned on how this works moving forward. Here is the best of them, from user AShortUsernameIndeed.

There’s a few steps. The EU issues regulations (which are EU-wide laws) and directives (which are guidelines for national legislation). Since this initiative is framed as a consumer rights issue, the most that can come out of it on the EU level is a directive (because the EU does not have direct legislative powers on consumer rights). The actual laws will then be written by the legislatures of each member country, separately. So the steps are:

  • get the EU commission and parliament to decide to legislate, then
  • lobby them to get a directive that actually does what the initiative wants, then
  • lobby the parliaments of all 27 member states to get the directive transformed into laws that actually do what the initiative wants.

That’s a few years of work ahead, in the best case. We’ll see what happens.

That looks correct, from my own poking around. And it does indeed mean that there are both years of work ahead before this turns into actual European laws and there are millions of lobbying dollars to overcome. But it’s progress, if only incremental.

And while video game preservation has long been important to me, I will admit I never thought I’d see the day when a governmental body such as the EU Parliament would actually take up the issue. Through the power of the internet, a collective appreciation for the preservation of culture, and volunteer work, however, it appears that will happen at the very least.

WheelMates – Beta Sign Up

WheelMates is a co-op driving game where you and a friend control RC cars, navigating through an eccentric professor’s maze-like home to uncover the mystery behind his disappearance.

In WheelMates you answered a call for help from a mysteriously vanished scientist. Drive toy cars through his strange house filled with hidden rooms, obstacles, and peculiar experiments. Challenges, new locations, and the story can only be … Read More

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