If there’s anything that CSGO fans have been asking for more than the Source 2 upgrade, it‘s the implementation of 128 tick servers to the competitive mode. However, it looks like Valve may have listened to its fans as hints towards a possible server upgrade have been found in the Operation Broken Fang missions.
Operation Broken Fang requires players to complete a number of missions every week to earn stars that can be used to exchange for in-game items. One such mission is a co-op quest that takes place on the ‘Autumn Harvest’ map. Players who have spent time exploring the map have found out that every single radio on the map is tuned to a specific channel – 128.
Even the radios that are facing upside down is tuned in to channel 128, which can certainly not be a coincidence.
This has led fans to speculate about 128 tick servers coming to CSGO in a future update.
While this hasn’t been confirmed by Valve as of yet, Cloud9’s Henry “HenryG” Greer had hinted at this change long ago during ESL One Road to Rio in April 2020.
It seems reasonable, though, for Valve to add 128 tick servers to their title now. CSGO’s primary rival in the genre, Valorant, already boasts 128 tick servers – a fact that has led many players to switch to Riot’s competitive shooter from CSGO.
Soccer legend Neymar Jr. has proven his CSGO skills once again, as he took on pros Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut and Richard “shox” Papillon in a showmatch today.
During the pistol round on Inferno, Neymar managed to outplay his opponents and clutched an insane 1v4 by throwing back-to-back headshots at his opposition.
Rod “Slasher” Breslau shared a clip of the round through his Twitter and termed Neymar as the “next esports superstar,” jokingly asking teams to sign him.
After landing a headshot from the Inferno balcony, Neymar got the bomb down on A and waited for his enemies to arrive. His second victim was ZywOo, who instantly received a headshot when attempting a retake. Neymar then proceeded to kill another enemy near the same spot and managed to finish the round by killing Shox with a headshot.
While Neymar’s exceptional CSGO skills are indeed commendable, it wasn’t enough for his team to take the match win. The game ended with a scoreline of 16-5, with Neymar’s team on the losing side.
One of the best things about the android platform is the ability to download mobile apps from sources other than the Google Play Store and easily install them. But sometimes this unrestricted access has resulted in users getting virus-ridden fake apps that disguise themselves as original apps and scam them. The same happened with Cyberpunk 2077 Mobile, especially on Android.
Cyberpunk 2077 Android Download is Fake; Leads to Ransomware
As per a report by Kaspersky malware analyst “Tatyana Shishkova”, there is a fake website with a layout similar to that of the Google Play Store offering a mobile version of the latest “Cyberpunk 2077” game. Once the user tries to install the app, instead of installing a pocket version of the game it installs a ransomware-ridden app on the unsuspecting victim’s phone and locks the user out of the device.
The ransomware dubbed as CoderWare demands the victim to send $500 Bitcoins within 10 hours to unlock the phone or risk losing files/data on the device permanently.
This isn’t the first time unsuspecting users have fallen prey to these tricks used by hackers and end up losing access to their device. But like most cases, ransomware CoderWare has a hardcoded key, meaning it can be without paying the ransom.
CoderWare ransomware is a modified version of BlackKingdom malware seen in early 2020 in some free VPN installers that had infected many PCs running Microsoft Windows.
CD Projekt Red hasn’t revealed any plans about porting the game over to a mobile platform, so it is better to not fall prey to any app claiming to be “Cyberpunk 2077 Mobile”.
Although it is still possible to play the game on mobile with the help of Cloud-Gaming services like Nvidia Geforce Now and Google Stadia. Check out here for more information regarding Geforce Now and Google Stadia for mobile.
It seems a new bug in Cyberpunk 2077 is causing save files to bloat in size if players craft too many items and which will corrupt files over 8MB in size.
According to a new report, if players store or craft too many items the save file for Cyberpunk 2077 gets bloated with too much information which in-turn causes the size of the “save file” to exceed the hard limit of 8MB. The game engine is unable to read and write on files exceeding the 8MB limit which causes the saves to corrupt and become unusable.
The bug was reported by players who mainly focused extensively on the game’s crafting mechanic and hoarding stuff. Whenever the player craft or loot an item, the game assigns an ID to the item and record each crafted or looted items in the save file. Even after a player gets rids of some items, the record remains in save which in-turn fills the save file with useless information that is no longer needed.
After several players reported facing a similar issue, CD Projekt Red responded and advised players that they should “try to keep a lower amount of items and crafting materials” as a temporary fix, essentially asking them not to use the crafting mechanic extensively and depend more on looting and upgrading items.
Unfortunately the save is damaged and can’t be recovered. Please use an older save file to continue playing and try to keep a lower amount of items and crafting materials. If you used the item duplication glitch, please load a save file not affected by it. The save file size limit might be increased in one of the future patches, but the corrupted files will remain that way.
The developer further assured that a more permanent solution is in work and in one-of-the future patches “the save file size limit might be increased”.
This issue isn’t new for CDPR games, previously in The Witcher 3 players also faced a similar issue after they crafted too many items. It seems like a game engine limitation that might take some time to fix properly. Until the issue is fixed, the best advice currently is not to craft too many items, consume any extra material, keep inventory clean, and definitely not to use any item duplication glitch or unlimited money exploits.
Valorant developers seem to be putting in a real shift as they prepare to release Agent number 14 in game. The agent that seems to go by the name Shatter, has already been confirmed by the developers to be a duelist, making him the fifth in his class.
Valorant Agent Shatter
We have already been given the first glimpse of what Shatter looks like, thanks to what seemed to be an intentional ‘leak’ by the Valorant developers.
However, more insight has now been gathered on the supposed abilities Shatter will be equipped with.
Valorant New Agent Shatter Abilities Leaked –
Shatter will have the ability to flash opponents, something the community was hoping wouldn’t be, especially after the buff to Breach and the introduction of Skye.
Along with it, Shatter will possess an ability to mask the sound his footsteps make, as evidenced in the teaser that has been doing the rounds on Valorant servers. Overall, the abilities will lend to him being a stealth character and not an out-and-out duelist.
But, what is worth noting is that Shatter is likely to have the ability to clone himself as his ultimate.
Phoenix already possesses the ability of a ‘second life’, so to say, as his ultimate and it will be interesting to see how Shatter’s ultimate ability differs from that of Phoenix.
Valorant New Agent ‘Agent 14’ Release Date
Shatter is likely to be released by Valorant at the WWFEST, an online music festival, scheduled to take place from January 15, 2021 and onwards.
PUBG Mobile is confirmed to have a green bloodstain effect and this feature is already available in the KR version. Furthermore, the underage player base will face a time-limit to ensure health welfare. The user interface will also be slightly tweaked and the usual background will be changed to a virtual simulation training ground.
The esports side of this game is not neglected as PUBG Corp. made a huge announcement regarding an upcoming event. A professional esports league will be conducted for PUBG Mobile and the scale of this tournament will be bigger than any other PUBG Mobile event to date with bigger team participation and a larger prize pool.
PUBG Mobile India FAQs
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PUBG MOBILE AND PUBG MOBILE INDIA?
PUBG Mobile is the portable version of famous battle-royale game PlayerUnknown’s BattleGrounds. The game was officially launched in 2018 for the entire world but due to some reasons, some localized versions or counterparts of this game were made for regions like China, Korea and Japan. PUBG Mobile India can be considered as one of the counterparts with slight changes than the original global version.
WHO IS THE PUBLISHER OF PUBG MOBILE IN INDIA?
PUBG Mobile India will be fully developed and controlled by the PUBG Creators, PUBG Corporation. Earlier, the publishing rights were handled by Tencent but since the ban, PUBG Corp severed its ties with the Chinese conglomerate for the region and assumed full control over game development, publishing and launch in India.
WHAT IS THE PUBG MOBILE INDIA LAUNCH DATE?
PUBG Corporation has not revealed any official launch date as of now. The game was speculated to launch during the festive season of Diwali but the game has not been released yet. The launch date will be revealed by official social media handles of PUBG Mobile India so we suggest you to check their website, Instagram handle and YouTube channel on a regular basis.
WHAT ARE THE NEW FEATURES IN PUBG MOBILE INDIA?
PUBG Mobile India is developed to better suit its Indian player base and the hardcore theme of this game has been toned down. The red bloodstain colour is changed to green and the in-game characters will be fully dressed right from the start. A new time-limit feature is also added for the underage players in order to promote healthy gaming practices.
Similar to any other application, the game will be published on official application stores like Google Play and Apple App Store. PUBG Mobile can also be downloaded from their official website and hence, PUBG Mobile India might be available on its website after it’s launch.
No official statements regarding the unban has been revealed till date and hence, the details are unclear. PUBG Mobile is returning back in India in the form of completely new game and hence, it is safe to assume that the altercations might have been resolved.
Krafton; the parent company of PUBG Corporation; has collaborated with Microsoft Azure to host all of its portfolios, including PUBG Mobile. The announcement was also focused on the user data security and measures taken to strengthen it. The PUBG Mobile India announcement also mentioned user privacy as the highest concern for the company. Although, nobody has shared any insights regarding this matter, these measures suggest that the user privacy might not be an issue in the future.
WILL I GET MY OLD ACCOUNT BACK IN PUBG MOBILE INDIA?
PUBG Mobile India is an entirely different game so the in-game data should be different but some posts have suggested that a data transfer procedure is taking place between the global and Indian version. This means that the user data from global version is getting migrated to PUBG Mobile India so there are chances that players can access their old accounts in the new game. This will include the gun skins, other cosmetic items, rank details, RP purchases, UC and other details being replicated in to a new game.
Brazilian Twitch streamer and female Valorant pro Tayhuhu has received an indefinite ban from Twitch after her 3-year-old daughter showed up on her stream and interacted with the chat.
During her last livestream, Tayhuhu went away for a few minutes to grab the food she had ordered when her daughter came in and interacted with the Twitch chat.
While many are considering this ban to be quite controversial, the Twitch ToS states that anyone under the age of 13 has to be accompanied by an adult at all times when appearing on stream. Her 3-year-old daughter showing up on her stream while she was absent from the room violated this term, which in turn led to her indefinite ban from the streaming platform.
Tayhuhu has contacted the Twitch authorities but has received no response at the time of writing.
Following the incident, Tayhuhu resorted to Twitter to express her thoughts. Through a series of tweets, she explained how Twitch ended her evolution as a streamer.
Eu to tremendo de ódio, to chorando pra caralho, A TWITCH ACABOU COM MINHA EVOLUÇÃO COMO STREAMER, tava com quase 300views na live e crescendo demais, finalmente dps de um ano fazendo live TODOS OS DIAS, pra 5,10,20 pessoas, o negocio tava me ajudando a poder ajudar minha familia
I’m shaking with hate, I’m f**king crying, TWITCH FINISHED MY EVOLUTION AS STREAMER, I had almost 300views on live and growing too much, finally dps of a year doing live EVERY DAY, for 5.10,20 people, the business was helping me to help my family
said, Tayhuhu (translated via Google)
Tayhuhu could often be seen streaming games like Valorant, CSGO, or Warzone on her Twitch channel and regularly rocked an average viewer count of over 100. She has claimed that streaming video games was the only source of income for her, which might now be cut off in case the ban isn’t reversed.
It was revealed by Epic a few days ago that Fortnite would continue their collaboration with Marvel to bring three new superhero skins to the battle royale including Taskmaster, Captain Marvel, and Black Panther.
While none of the above-mentioned skins are available in the store as of yet, Epic Games have revealed a series of Black Panther quests that Fortnite players can accomplish to obtain a Wakandan Salute emote as a reward.
Wakanda Forever.
Complete the new Wakanda Forever Quests and earn the Wakandan Salute Emote for free! pic.twitter.com/NLByKF5TiR
After releasing the Fall Guys Winter Knockout update, season three provided the ability to link Amazon Prime and game accounts together. For that, the game is also providing in-game rewards.
You can claim the first bundle today. The Winter Warmer Bundle includes three crowns and winter costume. If you already have an Amazon Prime account then you can get the Winter Warmer Bundle now.
How to get the Winter Warmer Bundle:
Launch Fall guys and go to Settings.
Then select Profile and click on Link Amazon Account.
You will get a unique code to link your Amazon Prime account with Fall Guys.
Once an insanely popular agent, Sage has lost a good portion of her player base in Valorant following a series of nerfs she has received over the past couple of patches. However, players have continued finding new and innovative ways to use their skills for gaining the maximum advantage in games.
Reddit user u/stay_sweet has discovered one such way of using Sage’s wall on Ascent to gain themselves the upper hand during post-plant scenarios.
As you can see from the attached video, you have to plant the Spike at a very specific spot on the A-site behind the generator. Once done, you can line up your wall as shown and use it.
This wall of Sage can cost a considerable amount of time for the Defenders to break before they can attempt to defuse the spike. In a fast-paced competitive shooter like Valorant, the difference of a few seconds can often be the decider of games.
