Black Ops 7 has problems, but Call of Duty recognizes where the wind is blowing: The triumphant return of loose SBMM and persistent lobbies in the FPS

FOV 90 (Image credit: Future) Welcome to FOV 90, an FPS column from staff writer Morgan Park. Every week, I’ll be covering a topic relevant to first-person shooter enjoyers, spanning everything from multiplayer and singleplayer to the old and the new. My first night with Black Ops 7 went as well as expected. After scoping…

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Black Ops 7’s launch day Steam player count is significantly lower than last year’s Call of Duty, suggesting Arc Raiders and Battlefield 6 ate a hefty portion of its lunch

It’s Call of Duty launch day—the yearly festival in which millions of eager revelers are presented with a fresh crop of maps, weapons, and killstreaks to enjoy as they slide, wallhop, and twitch their way through combat in a pseudonarcotic mania. This year’s paramilitary bacchanal, however, seems a more muted celebration: On Steam, Black Ops…

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Benefits of Converting Video Files to MP4

Have you ever struggled to play a video on your device, only to find out it’s not supported? This common frustration can be easily alleviated by converting video files to MP4. This widely recognized format is renowned for its smaller file sizes and smoother playback. This makes it the top choice for users across various…

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Gabe Newell caps off Steam Machine week by taking delivery of a new $500 million superyacht with a submarine garage, on-board hospital and 15 gaming PCs

Valve co-founder and games industry man of mystery Gabe Newell put consoles on notice Wednesday, and has now ended the week by taking delivery of his new custom-designed superyacht, the Leviathan. The vessel was built by Oceanco, a firm that’s done such a good job that Newell just decided to up and buy it outright…

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EA Play: Check Out November’s Offers and Rewards

Category: Xbox Game Pass November 14, 2025 EA Play: Check Out November’s Offers and Rewards Juliet NiczewiczSenior Director, Corporate Communications, EA November is the ultimate month for sports fans! Football season is heating up, and the Las Vegas Grand Prix roars onto the Strip. EA Play members can feel the rush with Madden NFL 26,…

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