Get Cyber Monday pricing on this epic subscription service known as the ‘Netflix for Games’

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Picture this: A gaming subscription service without overnight downloads or glitchy video streams. “Seems fake, but okay,” you’re probably saying to yourself right now — unless you’re familiar with Jump On Demand, that is.

Deemed the “Netflix for Games” by GamesRadar+, Jump’s gaming service delivers immediate, unlimited access to top indie games that have been specially curated for Jump subscribers. No need to make any additional purchases or sift through revolving monthly catalogs. More than 60 of the best, award-winning titles are available to you at any time, with more titles getting added each month. Read more…

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‘Star Wars Battlefront II’ shoots down in-game purchases right before release day

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Like the Death Star, EA’s loot box disaster loomed over the release of Star Wars Battlefront II

Now, the day before the game’s release, it looks like the rebels have won … for now. EA removed “crystals” — which cost IRL cash — from the game on Thursday after fans revolted. 

The criticism was that people who spent tons of money would have an unfair advantage during multiplayer battles. Also, that cash wouldn’t just buy cosmetic items — it would give you access to Star Cards, which could give you credits to unlock special characters, including Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader. (Yes, it’s complicated, and yes, we have an explainer.) Read more…

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Turn almost anything into a gamepad or keyboard with MagicKey

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If you grew up in the ’80s or ’90s, the gifts at the top of your annual Christmas and Hanukkah lists likely included the OG Nintendo Gameboy, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers action figures, a Furby, and — of course — Beanie Babies. Well, meet the gadget that’s about to nab the highest spot on your adult self’s holiday wishlist: SunFounder’s MagicKey 3-in-1 DIY MIDI Gamepad Keyboard.

Based on the Atmel ATmega32U4, a low-power microcontroller, this multifunction, expertly crafted board is able to turn anything conductive into the keys that operate your functional plaything. Got an orange or a couple empty soda cans lying around your house? You can use the MagicKey’s MIDI function to build a compact system that does things like play music or control your favorite video game. With the board’s buttons, the 15 included alligator clips, or the pin headers all available for use as your inputs, you’ve got so many options with which to toy around. Read more…

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A ‘Theme Hospital’-style game is coming, and it looks heavily inspired by the original

Get ready to be hit with the nostalgia stick, because a new game inspired by Theme Hospital is coming.
The indie title, called Project Hospital, lets you do a lot of what you loved about the Bullfrog Productions game, including laying out the hospita…

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Vortx is a device that lets you experience the elements as they happen on screen

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Imagine feeling the heat of a flamethrower when you pull one out in Battlefield, or the wind against you when you ride on your horse in Breath of t…

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