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Target Acquired
Microsoft's latest acquisition aimed at giving Azure Java workloads a boost
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Microsoft has acquired jClarity, a company focused on supporting the Java ecosystem. Through the acquisition, Microsoft says it plans to "omptimize Java workloads on Azure" for both its own workloads and those of its customers.
Expanding to more markets
NVIDIA GeForce Now Android support on the way
NVIDIA provided an update on their GeForce NOW game streaming beta today, sharing the news that it will soon be expanding to Android phones. Additionally, RTX servers are beginning to roll out for users in California and Germany.
Finally
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered hits Xbox One on September 3
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A few months ago, Square Enix announced that it was bringing a number of Final Fantasy games to Xbox One. Luckily, one of the announced titles was Final Fantasy VIII. Final Fantasy VII is regarded as a cult classic and focuses on war. You can preorder it for $20 through the Microsoft Store right now. It's coming out on September 3, so the wait isn't too long.
LONGER THAN THE FIRST
Doom Eternal takes up to '22 hours' to complete
Doom Eternal is an upcoming first-person shooter that continues the story of the reboot. As with any single-player game, gamers want to know how long it'll take to complete the campaign. Well, it looks like it'll take you roughly a day in terms of gameplay hours.
Gamescom Madness
Gamescom 2019: The 10 biggest reveals so far
Gamescom kicked off in force today with live streams from both Inside Xbox and the Gamescom Opening Night Live events. Here's a look at our top ten picks for what was revealed and announced throughout day one of the show.
Slow your roll
Windows 10 19H2 builds 18362.10014 and 18362.10015 now on the Slow ring
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A new set of Windows 10 19H2 preview builds are headed out to Insiders on the Slow ring. Like previous Slow ring builds, one of these will ship with new features turned on by default, while the other is available with new features off.
Rather unexpected
Select PlayStation games may come to PC and other devices
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Today, Sony announced that it was acquiring Insomniac Games. The developer has worked on a lot of PlayStation-exclusive games in the past, so it seems like a great fit. However, it seems like the company has larger ambitions going forward. According to a report by Bloomberg, Sony may produce multiplatform games soon.
Time for all
Humankind is a 4X strategy game from Amplitude Studios and Sega
During the Gamescom Opening Night Live presentation, Sega and Amplitude announced their new game: Humankind. This grand strategy title invites players to experience all of history, through combining elements from over 60 historical cultures.
Vault Hunters Wanted
Borderlands 3's endgame content features new 'Proving Grounds' mode
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Borderlands 3 is on the horizon and there's a whole lot you'll want to know before jumping in.
WON'T BE LOCKED DOWN FOREVER
Orcs Must Die 3 is only a timed Google Stadia exclusive
Today, Google hosted another Stadia Connect event in which is revealed a number of games coming to the service down the line. While the majority of them were multiplatform titles, Orcs Must Die 3 appeared to be a Google Stadia exclusive. However, a spokesperson for the developer reached out to us and said that it was only a timed exclusive.
Pilot your mech
Halo co-creator reveals first-person shooter 'Disintegration' at Gamescom
The co-creator of Halo has unveiled the first look at his studio's new sci-fi first-person shooter, Disintegration. Gameplay debuted at Gamescom 2019.
Blasting off again!
Kerbal Space Program 2 announced at Gamescom
Kerbal Space Program is a ridiculously fun game about failing to get to space. The release of a second game is exciting!
So cool
Streets of Rage 4 unveils Cherry Hunter as its latest fighter
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Streets of Rage 4 is an upcoming side-scrolling beat 'em up video being developed by a number of teams. It's coming to Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4 in 2020. A new gameplay trailer released today introduced the latest character named Cherry Hunter.
Make some mayhem
Borderlands 3 debuts new endgame challenge 'Proving Grounds' at Gamescom
In addition to the return of the Circle of Slaughter, Borderlands 3 is getting a new mode called Proving Grounds.
From Apple to Microsoft
Former Siri boss has found a new home with Microsoft, says report
Former Siri Vice President Bill Stasior has found a new role with Microsoft. Stasior previously served on Apple’s Siri team for nearly seven years before departing the company back in January.
Horro Puzzle Fun
Platformer 'Little Nightmares 2' revealed with creepy trailer at Gamescom
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Little Nightmares was a hit horror puzzle platformer when it debuted in 2017, and now it's set to pick up a sequel in 2020. At the Gamescom Opening Night Live event today, Little Nightmares 2 was revealed with a trailer that's as creepy as you'd expect.