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Listening to Xbox’s Long-Awaited ‘Business Update’ Podcast: A Guide

Listening to Xbox’s Long-Awaited ‘Business Update’ Podcast: A Guide

Illustration: James Bareham/Polygon Michael McWhertor is a journalist with more than 17 years of experience covering video games, technology, movies, TV, and entertainment. Microsoft’s update on the state of the Xbox business — whether Xbox exclusive games are going multiplatform…
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Developers of Call of Duty discuss ‘skill-based matchmaking’ in detailed update

Developers of Call of Duty discuss ‘skill-based matchmaking’ in detailed update

Image: Activision Michael McWhertor is a journalist with more than 17 years of experience covering video games, technology, movies, TV, and entertainment. Skill-based matchmaking in Call of Duty is always a controversial topic, and last fall, the teams behind Activision’s…
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Counter-Strike 2 update from 12/7/2023 (v1.39.7.8)

Counter-Strike 2 update from 12/7/2023 (v1.39.7.8)

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This update for Counter-Strike 2 brings a series of gameplay enhancements, user interface improvements, and significant map adjustments. Key highlights include resolving animation issues, refining weapon switching mechanics, and optimizing various in-game systems for a smoother experience. Changelog Gameplay updates:…
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Counter-Strike 2 update from 12/1/2023 (v1.39.7.4)

Counter-Strike 2 update from 12/1/2023 (v1.39.7.4)

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The update for Counter-Strike 2, released on December 1, 2023, brings significant improvements to various aspects of the game, including gameplay mechanics, animations, sound, and maps. This comprehensive update aims to improve the overall player experience through technical and visual…
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Counter-Strike 2 update from 11/21/2023 (v1.39.7.3)

Counter-Strike 2 update from 11/21/2023 (v1.39.7.3)

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In this update for Counter-Strike 2, released on November 21, 2023, players can look forward to a more seamless and enjoyable gaming experience. Changelog Animation Improvements: The animations for attaching and detaching silencers have been refined, ensuring a more realistic…
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Counter-Strike 2 update from 11/17/2023 (v1.39.7.1)

Counter-Strike 2 update from 11/17/2023 (v1.39.7.1)

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This update brings a host of gameplay refinements, animation improvements, and fixes across various maps. Expect more intuitive visual and audio cues, smoother animations, and enhanced map interactions. Changelog Gameplay Enhanced visual and audio cues for better gameplay feedback. Sniper…
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Counter-Strike 2 update from 11/9/2023 (v1.39.6.8)

Counter-Strike 2 update from 11/9/2023 (v1.39.6.8)

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Counter-Strike 2 receives a substantial update, enhancing gameplay, matchmaking, and audio quality. Notable changes include synchronized shooting spread, improved visual and audio cues, and refined matchmaking algorithms. This update also introduces better sound clarity, adjusted audible ranges for in-game actions,…
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