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Microsoft have released a new privacy statement regarding the collection and use of data on the Kinect. In particular, it explains what control you have over the data that Kinect uses and how safe your information is. Credit goes to IGN for spotting the story first. After a brief synopsis of what Kinect is and how it works, it jumps straight into an explanation about signing into the Xbox One using your face; “The camera can be used to sign you in… it measures distances between key points on your face to create a numeric value that represents only you....

Cross-play is the talk of the town but there are a lot of other things that could be done when it comes to gaming being more inclusive and bringing down all the walls that are currently in place between the different platforms. One of these walls is progression, which at this stage is locked to the single platform where you play a game first or at times it’s even locked depending on the client where you purchased it....

Game update 3 is here Update 1.03 has arrived for MLB The Show 21 and here’s the full list of changes and fixes added with this patch. The third update for MLB The Show 21 will be rolling out in the early morning of April 30th, 2021 on all platforms. The update number is 1.003 on PS5, 1.03 on PS4 and 1.0.0.35 on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One. The patches should be all identical on all platforms, although there are some Xbox specific notes that have been attached to tomorrow’s update....

The Rock Lizard is needed for an early-game side quest. Monster Hunter Rise has a ton of endemic life in its biomes, with Rock Lizards being one of the hardest to find. These small reptiles are usually close to dry and rocky areas, lying there idle, enjoying the view. They can be found in all of the game’s maps, however Shrine Ruins are the first to jump into, hence making it the fastest way of locating one....

Treyarch has released even more gameplay footage from its upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops Escalation Map Pack. This time, it looks like they’re about to hit the airwaves for this second map pack with a throwback to last years successful marketing campaign. Making good use of that licensed music from the Rolling Stones, the latest trailer not only showcases the multiplayer maps of the game, but the zombies mode as well....

If Skyward Sword really is to be the last game made for the Wii, at least the console will have an exit worthy of remembrance. From what we’ve seen so far, this will be the Zelda title that both fans of the series and Wii owners have been waiting quite a while for. The Wii Motion Plus control is not just a gimmick here. It looks as if you really will have realistic and accurate control over Link’s sword which will allow for subtle movements and sword swings....

The key difference between LibreOffice and Microsoft is that LibreOffice is an open-source, free suite of office products while Microsoft Office is a commercial office suite product package that requires users to purchase a license. Both will run on multiple platforms and both offer similar functionality. LibreOffice will run on Windows, Mac, and Linux. There are Microsoft Office versions for Windows and Mac. However, running Microsoft Office on Linux can get complicated....

Lisa Rinna is upset her mother’s death got no airtime on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Rinna got the news while filming this season of the show. Lisa Rinna’s mother, Lois, died of a stroke at 93 years old. And we can understand that must have been very hard news to receive while working, but at her mom’s age, it is to be expected somewhat. But Rinna says it was such a massive loss for her that she feels it got too little coverage....

Vertus, the formidable dragon-like boss of the challenging Guardian Raid in Lost Ark, can now be earned as an adorable Pet that can accompany players on their adventurers throughout Arkesia. The Vertus Pet is featured in four different color variations, including light blue Vertoro, golden Vertori, dark blue Vertorang, and purple Vertora. On top of their stunning designs, these baby dragons come equipped with their own unique animations to make them stand out from other Pets....

Throughout the 2020s, we’ve been seeing a re-emergence of popular movie franchises. From Ghostbusters, Bill & Ted to The Matrix, we are seeing a new dawn of sequels in cinema. The latest project to emerge out of this Hollywood trend is Beverly Hills Cop 4. Deadline reports that the Netflix original will star Eddie Murphy as Axel Foley and will be directed by director/producer Mark Molloy. Get To Know Director Mark Molloy Mark Molloy is fresh on the movie scene....

Epic Games teased back in May that the Marvel character Loki would be coming to Fortnite through a loading screen background released for Fortnite Crew subscribers. It was only Loki’s shadow, but fans still spotted it and caused speculation about the trickster being added to the game. The Invasion season has primarily had AT&T and WarnerMedia properties so far, like Rick Sanchez and Superman, but it looks like that’s about to change....

Marvel Strike Force recently received a new update which brought a set of events to the game this week. Starting from Feb. 13, 2022, players will participate in these events and collect character shards, XP points, and numerous other rewards. Nine Weekly Events are coming to Marvel Strike Force, and each of them will help players to expand their roster. Players who do not have these top-tier heroes and supervillains can recruit them through the Weekly Events....

Change weapons in Mass Effect 1, 2, and 3 With a game (or set of games) as complicated as Mass Effect Legendary Edition sometimes it’s the simple stuff that’s the most confusing, like switching weapons. And with three games merged into the same package, things can change on you between each experience, causing even more confusion. To help break it down we’ve explained how to switch weapons in Mass Effect Legendary Edition....

No memes this time Without a doubt, being able to skip elevator rides in Mass Effect Legendary Edition is one of the most welcome changes in this massive collection, compared to the original titles. Previously, when riding any elevator in Mass Effect 1, the process was rather lengthy to say the least, sometimes taking up to a whole minute before reaching the floor you were going to. This was actually done on purpose, since the whole elevator sequence acted as a means of loading the next area....

The Pokémon you encounter in Pokémon Legends: Arceus are wild and free, and thus explore the Hisui region. As you progress through the game’s story, eventually, you’ll encounter Mass Outbreaks, massive swarms of Pokémon that appear on the map at specific times. You can use these Mass Outbreaks as a way to hunt shiny Pokémon. In this guide, we’ll share how to hunt Shiny Pokémon during Mass Outbreaks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus....

Metal Gear Survive is an action-adventure survival video game where you will be not only fighting with enemies but building a strong base, team and a lot of crafting. The game is set in an open world environment where after begin pulled down by a Wormhole you will land into a hostile world filled with alien zombies. In solo mode, three AI players will be there to assist you. The game has many weapons, a different type of enemies, etc....

Microsoft has been successful with the Xbox 360. They threw their hat into a crowded ring against Sony and Nintendo, and have carved out a nice share in the games market. Though according to one former engineer that worked in getting the original Xbox program off the ground, the last five years “have been simply painful to watch”. Nat Brown, took to his personal blog recently to air his complaints about Microsoft’s failure to capitalize on their innovations....

We reported not so long ago that Microsoft had scrapped plans for a low-specced Xbox Scarlett console, codenamed Lockhart. We expected Microsoft to reveal the new console at E3 2019, but on that occasion, the platform owner only detailed one console codenamed, Project Scarlett. As shared by Thurrott’s Brad Sams, Microsoft would not have ruled out the chance to work on a Project xCloud focused next-generation console, which was rumored around one year ago and would be still around at the offices in Redmond....

Microsoft has had their own music platform for awhile now, they had it on Xbox 360 and hoped to expand it. Now it seems that Microsoft have decided to rebrand their Xbox Music as Groove. The change likely comes as Apple Music is garnering some popularity and the similarity in ‘company’ Music labels might get confusing for consumers. Groove sounds simple enough, but that wasn’t the only change Microsoft has made....

Do you want to know how to get the Riptide Enchantment for your Trident in Minecraft? Riptide is a rare enchantment that can be applied to a trident. Throwing a trident with this enchantment will pull you to where your weapon lands. There are three levels of this enchantment, and the higher the level, the further you move by throwing the trident. But some enchantments have both pluses and minuses that you should know about in advance....